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US3923339A
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Quick attached transparent armor windows
Assignee: GKN Aerospace Transparency Systems Inc
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Filing: 1974-03-05
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Granted: 1975-12-02
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Expires: 1994-03-05
Abstract
Abstract Protective panels for the windshields and windows of a vehicle are provided and comprise tough, bullet resisting transparent plastic panels and means for securing the panels to a vehicle. Such securing means include fabric straps or metal clips, secured to the transparent panel and engaging window trim means, the windshield guard strip, etc., of a vehicle. A protective panel can be secured by attaching means to the inside of side doors and other portions of the vehicle.
Inventors
- 👤 Wilson C Mcdonald
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 10:16
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41H; F41H5/00; F41H5/26; F41H5/263; B; B60; B60R; B60R21/00; B60R21/02; B60R21/12; F41H5/22; F41H5/226; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S428/00; Y10S428/911
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
146 words
A protective panel for the window of a vehicle comprising, a tough bullet residing transparent panel, said panel being positioned on the inside of the vehicle window, an upper window trim strip having a resilient sealing strip, said panel having upper and lower clips for removably securing said pAnel to said vehicle, said upper clip secured to the panel at its upper edge and extending therefrom and engaging said resilient sealing strip, said upper clip having a contoured portion engaging and seating within said resilient strip, the window in a closed position engaging said contoured portion of said upper clip, said vehicle having a lower window frame, said lower window frame having an upper edge and a flexible sealing strip at the window opening, said lower clip extending downwardly therefrom, said lower clip received between said upper edge of said frame and said flexible sealing strip.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
146 words
A protective panel for the window of a vehicle comprising, a tough bullet residing transparent panel, said panel being positioned on the inside of the vehicle window, an upper window trim strip having a resilient sealing strip, said panel having upper and lower clips for removably securing said pAnel to said vehicle, said upper clip secured to the panel at its upper edge and extending therefrom and engaging said resilient sealing strip, said upper clip having a contoured portion engaging and seating within said resilient strip, the window in a closed position engaging said contoured portion of said upper clip, said vehicle having a lower window frame, said lower window frame having an upper edge and a flexible sealing strip at the window opening, said lower clip extending downwardly therefrom, said lower clip received between said upper edge of said frame and said flexible sealing strip.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
71 words
A protective panel for a windshield in a vehicle, comprising, a tough bullet proof residing transparent panel positioned on the inside of the windshield, said panel contoured to the windshield shape and having clips secured at the upper edges thereof, a windshield molding member, said clips having a bolt, said bolt secured to said clips by a nut, a screw secured to said bolt, and said screw engaging said molding member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
71 words
A protective panel for a windshield in a vehicle, comprising, a tough bullet proof residing transparent panel positioned on the inside of the windshield, said panel contoured to the windshield shape and having clips secured at the upper edges thereof, a windshield molding member, said clips having a bolt, said bolt secured to said clips by a nut, a screw secured to said bolt, and said screw engaging said molding member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
A protective panel according to claim 2, wherein strap clips are attached to the lower portion of said panel, said vehicle having a windshield dash and said strap clips wedged in against said dash and the lower edge of said windshield.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
31 words
A protective panel according to claim 3, wherein said strap clips have a cushioning member and said cushioning member wedged in against said dash and the lower edge of said windshield.
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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) | 1978-12-01 | 1979-06-02 | 1979-12-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-12-01 | 1983-06-02 | 1983-12-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-12-01 | 1987-06-02 | 1987-12-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |