US4071174A
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Map holder for automotive vehicle
Assignee: WEINER Firma
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Filing: 1976-02-26
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Granted: 1978-01-31
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Expires: 1996-02-26
Abstract
Abstract A holder for road maps or the like, viewable by the driver of an automotive vehicle, comprises a two-convolution coil spring whose turns can clamp a paper sheet between them in a generally vertical position, these turns diverging laterally over a fraction of a semicircle to facilitate insertion of the sheet. The spring terminates in a first extremity, universally jointed on a telescopic arm which is secured to the dashboard and/or the windshield of the vehicle, and in an oppositely extending second extremity carrying an adjustable mounting for a magnifying glass that is alignable with substantially any part of the area encompassed by the spring turns.
Inventors
- 👤 Rudolf Weiner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 21:12
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R7/00; B60R7/08; B60R7/081; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S40/00; Y10S40/904
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
132 words
A map holder for an automotive vehicle, comprising: a coil spring with two closely adjoining circular turns of about 360° each adapted to clamp a map therebetween, said turns having a diameter sufficient to encompass a major area of the map, said spring terminating in a first and a second extremity lying in a common plane and extending from the ends of said two turns in generally opposite directions from a plane tangent to said turns; said second extremity being substantially perpendicular to said tangent plane; support means engaging said first extremity for securing said spring to an inner vehicle surface adjacent a driver's seat; and viewing-aid means for facilitating reading of the map on said second extremity in a position confronting the encompassed area of a map inserted between said turns.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
132 words
A map holder for an automotive vehicle, comprising: a coil spring with two closely adjoining circular turns of about 360° each adapted to clamp a map therebetween, said turns having a diameter sufficient to encompass a major area of the map, said spring terminating in a first and a second extremity lying in a common plane and extending from the ends of said two turns in generally opposite directions from a plane tangent to said turns; said second extremity being substantially perpendicular to said tangent plane; support means engaging said first extremity for securing said spring to an inner vehicle surface adjacent a driver's seat; and viewing-aid means for facilitating reading of the map on said second extremity in a position confronting the encompassed area of a map inserted between said turns.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
A map holder as defined in claim 1 wherein said viewing-aid means comprises a magnifying lens.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
50 words
A map holder as defined in claim 2 wherein said magnifying lens has a diameter less than that of said turns and is provided with an adjustable mounting swingable on said second extremity for moving said lens to any part of the area of the map encompassed by said spring.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
A map holder as defined in claim 1 wherein said viewing-aid means comprises an illuminating lamp.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
A map holder as defined in claim 1 wherein said turns diverge and reconverge over a fraction of a semicircle to facilitate insertion of said map.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
20 words
A map holder as defined in claim 1 wherein said support means comprises a telescoping arm provided with universal-joint means.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
35 words
A map holder as defined in claim 6 wherein said universal-joint means includes a first joint connecting said arm with said first extremity and a second joint interposed between said arm and said vehicle surface.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
25 words
A map holder as defined in claim 7 wherein said support means further comprises a fastening device linked with said arm by said second joint.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
16 words
A map holder as defined in claim 8 wherein said fastening device comprises a suction cup.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
21 words
A map holder as defined in claim 1 wherein said first and second extremities include an obtuse angle with each other.
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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) | 1981-01-30 | 1981-08-01 | 1982-01-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-01-30 | 1985-08-01 | 1986-01-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-01-30 | 1989-08-01 | 1990-01-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |