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US3990168A
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Picture frame
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-06-02
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Granted: 1976-11-09
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Expires: 1995-06-02
Abstract
Abstract A picture frame comprised of parts for distribution in kits in which the individual frame members may be precut to size or uncut for making frames of various sizes. The individual frame members have channels on one side thereof which are engageable by resilient securing means to hold the frame members together. Wedge means are also provided to hold pictures of various thicknesses in the assembled frames.
Inventors
- 👤 Margarethe M. Murray
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 04:06
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G1/00; A47G1/06; A47G1/0605
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
101 words
A picture frame comprising: frame members adapted to be joined at their ends, longitudinal channels on each of said frame members being in joining alignment at the frame member ends with channels on adjacent frame members, said channels to open rearwardly from the frame members and having legs extending away from the frame members, means being in securing engagement with said joining aligned channels securing said frame members together adjacent their ends, said securing means having an inner portion thereof in securing engagement within said channels and having outer portions thereof in securing engagement with the exteriors of said channel legs.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
101 words
A picture frame comprising: frame members adapted to be joined at their ends, longitudinal channels on each of said frame members being in joining alignment at the frame member ends with channels on adjacent frame members, said channels to open rearwardly from the frame members and having legs extending away from the frame members, means being in securing engagement with said joining aligned channels securing said frame members together adjacent their ends, said securing means having an inner portion thereof in securing engagement within said channels and having outer portions thereof in securing engagement with the exteriors of said channel legs.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
42 words
The invention according to claim 1 in which: said channels each have curved inner wall surfaces formed on the channel bottom and on the interior of the legs, said channel legs having curved outer wall surfaces corresponding to the inner leg surfaces.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
79 words
The invention according to claim 2 in which: said inner portion of said securing means within each channel is elongated and has a curved cross section to fit snugly therein, said outer portions extending laterally from said inner portion on opposite sides thereof, said outer portions being legs spaced from the inner portion and fitting snugly outwardly on said channel legs and substantially coextensive therewith in the direction toward said frame member, said securing means being of resilient material.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The invention according to claim 3 in which: said legs on said securing means having laterally extending feet outwardly of both sides of each channel.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
50 words
The invention according to claim 4 in which said frame members have 45° angles at their ends and are joined forming right angles, said securing means having a right angle corner and each part thereof forming the right angle being engaged with respective adjacent joining channels of the frame members.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
66 words
The invention according to claim 5 in which: each right angle securing means has a pin extending outwardly therefrom away from the frame members, said pin being positioned centrally with respect to the angle, and strips of material having holes therethrough extending along said frame members, holes in each strip adjacent the ends thereof being engaged with respective pins to further secure said frame members together.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
79 words
The invention according to claim 2 in which: said channels are coextensive with said members; and a picture hanger secured on one of said channels, said channel being on the back side of said frame, hanger securing means extending from said hanger engaging said channel, said hanger securing means having an inner portion in securing engagement within said channel and having outer portions in securing engagement with exteriors of said channel legs, said securing means being of resilient material.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
79 words
The invention according to claim 7 in which: said inner portion of said hanger securing means is elongated and has a curved cross section fitting snugly in the channel, said outer portions of said hanger securing means extending laterally from said inner portion thereof, said outer portions of said hanger securing means being legs spaced from the inner portion thereof and fitting snugly outwardly on said channel legs and substantially coextensive therewith in the direction toward said frame member.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-11-09 | 1980-05-10 | 1980-11-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-11-09 | 1984-05-10 | 1984-11-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-11-09 | 1988-05-10 | 1988-11-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |