US4095716A
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Combined spoon and vessel
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-04-28
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Granted: 1978-06-20
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Expires: 1997-04-28
Abstract
Abstract A combination spoon and vessel in which the same fits by conforming to the interior shape thereof, the spoon additionally is engaged by a slot in the vessel; the latter may have a cover to confine the contents thereof and the spoon at the same time.
Inventors
- 👤 William T. Meany
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 22:26
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47J; A47J43/00; A47J43/28; A47J43/287; A47G; A47G19/00; A47G19/12; A47G19/18; A47G19/186; A47G21/00; A47G21/04; A47J47/00; A47J47/02; B; B65; B65D; B65D77/00; B65D77/22; B65D77/24; B65D77/245; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S215/00; Y10S215/05
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
104 words
In combination, a tool and container, said container being formed of a hollow walled body having an interior surface and exterior surface, a base and an open mouth defined by a rim, said rim defining a recess said interior surface having a predetermined contour, said tool having a length not greater than the depth of said container, at least one surface of said tool having a contour corresponding to that of said interior surface, said tool having a hooked portion at one distal end, said hooked portion engaging said recess whereby said tool depends from said rim into said container in longitudinal alignment therewith.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
104 words
In combination, a tool and container, said container being formed of a hollow walled body having an interior surface and exterior surface, a base and an open mouth defined by a rim, said rim defining a recess said interior surface having a predetermined contour, said tool having a length not greater than the depth of said container, at least one surface of said tool having a contour corresponding to that of said interior surface, said tool having a hooked portion at one distal end, said hooked portion engaging said recess whereby said tool depends from said rim into said container in longitudinal alignment therewith.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The combination as defined in claim 1, where said container defines a closed cavity between said exterior and interior surfaces.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
The combination as defined in claim 1, wherein at least a portion of said interior surface defines a second recess correpsonding in length, depth and contour to said tool whereby said tool is recessed out of the plane of said interior surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
The combination as defined in claim 1, wherein said first recess is disposed about said entire rim.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
The combination as defined in claim 1, wherein said interior surface is of non uniform depth, being shortest adjacent said first recess.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
14 words
The combination as defined in claim 1, wherein said tool is an eating utensil.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
16 words
The combination as defined in claim 1, and a cover aperature to close said open mouth.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
28 words
The combination as defined in claim 7, wherein said cover is externally threaded and at least a portion of said interior surface is cooperatively threaded adjacent said rim.
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) | 1981-06-19 | 1981-12-19 | 1982-06-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-06-19 | 1985-12-19 | 1986-06-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-06-19 | 1989-12-19 | 1990-06-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |