US4059106A
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Ear rack for veterinary purposes
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-08-05
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Granted: 1977-11-22
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Expires: 1996-08-05
Abstract
Abstract An ear rack comprises a rigid frame coupled to a flexible base which is adapted for encircling an animal's head. The flexible base includes a strap-like portion which has perforations therethrough for engaging with a latching mechanism. The latching mechanism allows a predetermined amount of movement in the strap to provide for the maximum comfort of the animal by accommodating such animal movements as jaw movements during eating.
Inventors
- 👤 Richard D. Shannon
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 18:08
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61D; A61D3/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
80 words
A veterinary apparatus for use in supporting the ears of an animal, said apparatus comprising: a flexible base having a strap-like portion extending therefrom; a rigid frame coupled to the flexible base for coupling to the animal's ears; latching means coupled to said base for engaging said strap-like portion and for resisting disengagement therewith; and means coupled to said latching means for allowing a predetermined amount of movement of said strap-like portion when it is engaged with said latching means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
80 words
A veterinary apparatus for use in supporting the ears of an animal, said apparatus comprising: a flexible base having a strap-like portion extending therefrom; a rigid frame coupled to the flexible base for coupling to the animal's ears; latching means coupled to said base for engaging said strap-like portion and for resisting disengagement therewith; and means coupled to said latching means for allowing a predetermined amount of movement of said strap-like portion when it is engaged with said latching means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
103 words
Veterinary apparatus as in claim 1 wherein said strap-like portion has perforations of a first shape extending therefrom, and said latching means comprises: a first member coupled to said base for defining an opening between said first member and said base; a second member, having a projection extending therefrom, said second member extending through either side of said opening a predetermined distance and having portions on either end thereof for causing the second member to remain captively positioned through said opening, said perforations in said strap-like portion being disposed to engage with said projection when said strap-like portion is inserted through said opening.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
36 words
Veterinary apparatus as in claim 1 and further comprising release means coupled to the latching means for causing said latching means to disengage from said strap-like portion when a predetermined amount of force is applied thereto.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
Veterinary apparatus as in claim 3 wherein said rigid frame is coated with a resilient material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
18 words
Apparatus as in claim 4 wherein said rigid frame includes indentations for facilitating the fastening of tape thereto.
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) | 1980-11-21 | 1981-05-23 | 1981-11-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-11-21 | 1985-05-23 | 1985-11-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-11-21 | 1989-05-23 | 1989-11-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |