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Integral storage assembly for detachable power cords
Assignee: RCA Licensing Corp
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Filing: 1977-05-23
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Granted: 1978-07-18
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Expires: 1997-05-23
Abstract
Abstract Storage assembly for detachable power cords having male and female ends, constructed integrally with an external surface of a portable electrical device that can be energized either by self contained batteries or by house power, the storage assembly providing convenient storage for the power cord during times when the cord is not in use. The storage assembly comprises a wrapping surface constructed integrally with and extending at approximately right angles to the external surface and arranged in a closed path on the external surface, at least a portion of the wrapping surface having an overhanging extension disposed approximately parallel to the external surface, whereby the power cord can be wrapped around the wrapping surface and held in place between the external surface and the overhanging extension. The storage assembly further comprises means for securing both the male and female ends of the power cord.
Inventors
- 👤 Richard Culbertson
- 👤 Paul J. Klucznik
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 20:22
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65H; B65H75/00; B65H75/02; B65H75/34; B65H75/36; H; H02; H02G; H02G11/00; H02G11/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
133 words
A storage assembly for storing on an external surface of a portable electrical device a detachable power cord having male and female ends, comprising: a. a wrapping surface extending at approximately right angles to said external surface and arranged to provide a closed path on said surface, b. at least a portion of said wrapping surface having an outwardly projecting overhanging extension disposed approximately parallel to said external surface, c. first means joined to said external surface for securing the female end of the power cord, and d. second means joined to said external surface for securing the male end of the power cord, whereby said power cord can be wrapped around said wrapping surface and held in place between said external surface and overhanging extension with its male and female ends secured.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
133 words
A storage assembly for storing on an external surface of a portable electrical device a detachable power cord having male and female ends, comprising: a. a wrapping surface extending at approximately right angles to said external surface and arranged to provide a closed path on said surface, b. at least a portion of said wrapping surface having an outwardly projecting overhanging extension disposed approximately parallel to said external surface, c. first means joined to said external surface for securing the female end of the power cord, and d. second means joined to said external surface for securing the male end of the power cord, whereby said power cord can be wrapped around said wrapping surface and held in place between said external surface and overhanging extension with its male and female ends secured.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
42 words
A storage assembly as in claim 1 wherein said wrapping surface is composed of the outer surface of a four-sided walled enclosure and the overhanging extension is composed of a pair of flanges joined to the opposite sides of said walled enclosure.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
54 words
A storage assembly as in claim 2 wherein said first means includes outside said walled enclosure at least one pair of parallel rib structures spaced apart by an amount corresponding to a dimension of the female end so as to securely hold said female end in place, said rib structure accommodating different length cords.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
A storage assembly as in claim 3 wherein three pair of parallel rib structures are provided to the outside of three sides of said walled enclosure.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
A storage assembly as in claim 4 whrein said second means includes within said walled enclosure as well and a pair of spring loaded grooves for receiving said male end.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
A storage assembly as in claim 5 that is constructed integrally with the housing of said electrical device.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
A storage assembly as in claim 1 wherein said wrapping surface and overhanging extension are composed of a plurality of outwardly projecting posts.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
29 words
A storage assembly as in claim 7 wherein said first means includes within said closed path a pair of inwardly projecting L shaped members for grasping said female end.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
34 words
A storage assembly as in claim 8 wherein said second means includes also within said closed path a well and a further pair of inwardly projecting L shaped members for grasping said male end.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
18 words
A storage assembly as in claim 9 that is constructed integrally with the housing of said electrical device.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
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| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-07-17 | 1982-01-16 | 1982-07-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-07-17 | 1986-01-16 | 1986-07-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-07-17 | 1990-01-16 | 1990-07-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |