US4052062A
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Combination racket press and cover
Assignee: PRODUCT EXPLORATIONS Inc
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Filing: 1976-03-29
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Granted: 1977-10-04
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Expires: 1996-03-29
Abstract
Abstract A combination racket press and cover which is formed from two identical molded plastic halves. Integrally molded into each half are ribs aligned in the same geometry as the members of a conventional press. The two halves are held in place on opposite sides of a racket head by means of quick release fasteners.
Inventors
- 👤 Roger M. Casavant
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 01:01
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B60/00; A63B60/42; A63B60/44; A63B60/56; A63B60/58
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
148 words
A combination cover and press for a stringed racket which comprises: identical first and second molded halves, each including a major wal adapted to cover a face of said racket and a marginal wall extending from one surface thereof to encircle the edge of said racket, said marginal wall defining an opening therein for receiving the handle of said racket and including an exposed edge, at least two diametrically opposed first and second portions of said edge being configured to mate with corresponding second and first portions of the marginal wall edge of the other of said halves, and molded racket clamping ribs extending from said one surface of said major wall; and first and second latch means pivotally secured to each of said halves for selective engagement with the other of said halves for clampingly engaging said halves against opposite sides of the head of said racket.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
148 words
A combination cover and press for a stringed racket which comprises: identical first and second molded halves, each including a major wal adapted to cover a face of said racket and a marginal wall extending from one surface thereof to encircle the edge of said racket, said marginal wall defining an opening therein for receiving the handle of said racket and including an exposed edge, at least two diametrically opposed first and second portions of said edge being configured to mate with corresponding second and first portions of the marginal wall edge of the other of said halves, and molded racket clamping ribs extending from said one surface of said major wall; and first and second latch means pivotally secured to each of said halves for selective engagement with the other of said halves for clampingly engaging said halves against opposite sides of the head of said racket.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
The article of claim 1 wherein each of said molded halves defines first and second sockets retaining therein said respective first and second latch means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
The article of claim 2 wherein each of said latch means comprises: a nut pivotally retained in each of said sockets; and a screw including a shank and a head and engageable with said nut and the other of said molded halves.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
33 words
The article of claim 3 wherein each of said molded halves defines a plurality of slots extending through said marginal wall and into said major wall to enclose the shank of said screw.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
15 words
The article of claim 1 wherein the shape of said major wall is essentially trapezoidal.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
27 words
The article of claim 5 wherein said clamping ribs extend substantially linearly between the corners of said trapezoidal shape and within the confines of said marginal wall.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
The article of claim 1 wherein each of said first and second edge portions extends substantially the length of one half of its marginal wall.
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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) | 1980-10-03 | 1981-04-04 | 1981-10-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-10-03 | 1985-04-04 | 1985-10-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-10-03 | 1989-04-04 | 1989-10-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |