US3922045A
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Modular structure
Assignee: BAROOKH DARIOUSH K
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Filing: 1973-11-12
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Granted: 1975-11-25
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Expires: 1993-11-12
Abstract
Abstract A modular structure which is easily assembled and disassembled is disclosed. The basic section consists of a pair of support posts, the opposing faces of which are provided with elongated slots for receiving the ends of lateral support members which extend between the support posts. A panel member is carried and supported by the lateral support members. The sections are assembled in modular structures which are self-supporting or tandemly arranged. Provision is made for easy installation of electrical or telephone cables by raceways which are readily accessible yet concealed when the modules are assembled.
Inventors
- 👤 Lawrence F Meyer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 21:45
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47B; A47B21/00; A47B21/06; A47B17/00; A47B87/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
198 words
In a modular structure comprising at least two adjacent modular sections, each of said modular sections including forward and rear support posts, upper and lower lateral support members extending between opposing faces of said forward and rear support posts and a panel carried between each of said upper and lower lateral support members, at least one of said panels defining a common side between said adjacent modular sections, the improvement comprising: said panel defining said common side being provided with a cut out portion extending downwardly from the upper edge of said panel, whereby the upper edge thereof is interrupted; said upper lateral support member for said panel defining said common side consisting of a pair of sections each of said sections having one end adapted for locking engagement with said support posts and an opposite end for engagement with said panel adjacent the edges defined by said cut out portion, and an upwardly opening channel contained within said cut out portion and communicating between said adjacent modular sections thereby to define a continuous open topped raceway extending through said modular structure, and access to the raceway interior through the top thereof being unimpeded along its entire length.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
198 words
In a modular structure comprising at least two adjacent modular sections, each of said modular sections including forward and rear support posts, upper and lower lateral support members extending between opposing faces of said forward and rear support posts and a panel carried between each of said upper and lower lateral support members, at least one of said panels defining a common side between said adjacent modular sections, the improvement comprising: said panel defining said common side being provided with a cut out portion extending downwardly from the upper edge of said panel, whereby the upper edge thereof is interrupted; said upper lateral support member for said panel defining said common side consisting of a pair of sections each of said sections having one end adapted for locking engagement with said support posts and an opposite end for engagement with said panel adjacent the edges defined by said cut out portion, and an upwardly opening channel contained within said cut out portion and communicating between said adjacent modular sections thereby to define a continuous open topped raceway extending through said modular structure, and access to the raceway interior through the top thereof being unimpeded along its entire length.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
55 words
The structure of claim 1 wherein said cut out section is generally trough shaped and extends to said upper edge of said common side panel member to define a rear edge and a forward edge of said cut out section whereby access to said raceway interior through the top thereof is maintained across adjacent modules.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
111 words
The structure of claim 2 wherein said common side panel is supported by a rear upper lateral support member carried at its outer end by said rear support post and extending thereFrom, the inner end thereof terminating at the rear edge of said cut out section and adapted for locking engagement with said rear edge, and a forward upper lateral support member carried by and extending from said forward support post, the inner end thereof terminating at the front edge of said cut out section and adapted for locking engagement with said forward edge, whereby said side panel member is supported and access to the interior of said raceway is maintained.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-11-24 | 1979-05-26 | 1979-11-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-11-24 | 1983-05-26 | 1983-11-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-11-24 | 1987-05-26 | 1987-11-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |