US3946512A
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Slotted turn-a-frame
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-01-02
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Granted: 1976-03-30
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Expires: 1995-01-02
Abstract
Abstract A frame assembly is provided having an outer frame and an inner frame secured to the outer frame. Mounting boards are provided on either side of the inner frame. Pairs of spaced slots are provided on the inner surface of the outer frame and arranged on opposite sides of the inner frame for receiving mounting fixtures for mounting the frame assembly in either a reversed, horizontal or vertical position.
Inventors
- 👤 Marilyn R. Shapiro
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 15:02
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G1/00; A47G1/16; A47G1/1606
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
126 words
A reversible frame assembly mountable to bracket means on a vertical wall surface, comprising: an outer frame having an inner surface, the outer frame being provided with a pair of spaced slots formed in the inner surface of said outer frame; an inner frame secured to the inner surface of the outer frame between the spaced slots, the inner frame having opposite faces; and, viewing material secured to each of the opposite faces of the inner frame, the spaced slots in the inner surface of the outer frame mounting the frame assembly to the bracket means disposed on said vertical wall surface, each one of the slots alternatively mounting the frame assembly on disposition of the given slot in facing relation to said vertical wall surface.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
126 words
A reversible frame assembly mountable to bracket means on a vertical wall surface, comprising: an outer frame having an inner surface, the outer frame being provided with a pair of spaced slots formed in the inner surface of said outer frame; an inner frame secured to the inner surface of the outer frame between the spaced slots, the inner frame having opposite faces; and, viewing material secured to each of the opposite faces of the inner frame, the spaced slots in the inner surface of the outer frame mounting the frame assembly to the bracket means disposed on said vertical wall surface, each one of the slots alternatively mounting the frame assembly on disposition of the given slot in facing relation to said vertical wall surface.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
51 words
The reversible frame assembly of claim 1 wherein the inner surface of the outer frame is substantially horizontal when mounted to said vertical wall surface and the opposite faces of the inner frame are substantially vertical, the outer frame and inner frame connecting at right angles to form a T-shaped cross-section.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
128 words
The reversible frame assembly of claim 1 wherein: the outer frame is substantially rectangular and includes four outer frame elements joined at right angles to each other, inner portions of the outer frame elements forming the inner surface of the outer frame; and, the inner frame is substantially rectangular and includes four inner frame elements joined at right angles to each other, each of the inner frame elements securing to one each of the outer frame elements on the inner portion thereof, each of the outer frame elements having a pair of spaced slots formed in the inner portion thereof, each of the spaced slots being located on the opposite side of each of the inner frame elements from the other slot of said pair of spaced slots.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The reversible frame assembly of claim 1 and further comprising: a mounting board secured to each face of the inner frame for mounting said viewing material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
38 words
The reversible frame assembly of claim 1, wherein said outer frame is provided with pairs of spaced slots at the top, bottom, and sides thereof for mounting said frame assembly in either a horizontal, vertical, or reversed position.
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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) | 1979-03-30 | 1979-09-29 | 1980-03-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-03-30 | 1983-09-29 | 1984-03-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-03-30 | 1987-09-29 | 1988-03-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |