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US4140128A
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Sun tanning table
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-07-14
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Granted: 1979-02-20
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Expires: 1997-07-14
Abstract
Abstract A sun tanning table adapted to support the body of the user for sun tanning purposes, including a base adapted to be supported on the ground, and a substantially flat table top mounted on the base for supporting the body of the user in a reclining position for sun tanning purposes. A device is provided for mounting rotatably the table top on the base to enable the table top to rotate continuously through 360 degrees relative to the base. A motor rotates the table top about its vertical axis relative to the base to enable the user to attain a uniform sun tan.
Inventors
- 👤 Joe Van Der Schaaf
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 17:57
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47C; A47C15/00; A47C15/004; A47C1/00; A47C1/14; A47C3/00; A47C3/18; A47C9/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
228 words
A sun tanning table adapted to support the body of the user for sun tanning purposes, comprising: a base adapted to be supported on the ground; a substantially flat table top for supporting the body of the user in a reclining position for sun tanning purposes, said table top including open frame and a group of criss-crossed thin flexible webbing strips extending thereacross in a taut manner to serve as a support for the user, said frame being substantially circular in shape; bearing means for mounting rotatably said table top on said base to enable said table top to rotate continuously through 360 degrees relative to said base; motor means for rotating said table top about its vertical axis relative to its base; said flat table top is substantially the same size as said base so that said table can be turned on its side and rolled along the ground on its table top and its base; said table top is composed of a tubular substantially circular open frame, said strips extending tightly thereacross in an interwoven manner to provide a supporting surface for the user, said top having a plurality of struts fixedly interconnected to said bearing means; and said bearing means includes a cylindrical member having an internal gear mounted therein, a spur gear driven by said motor means for driving in turn said internal gear.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
228 words
A sun tanning table adapted to support the body of the user for sun tanning purposes, comprising: a base adapted to be supported on the ground; a substantially flat table top for supporting the body of the user in a reclining position for sun tanning purposes, said table top including open frame and a group of criss-crossed thin flexible webbing strips extending thereacross in a taut manner to serve as a support for the user, said frame being substantially circular in shape; bearing means for mounting rotatably said table top on said base to enable said table top to rotate continuously through 360 degrees relative to said base; motor means for rotating said table top about its vertical axis relative to its base; said flat table top is substantially the same size as said base so that said table can be turned on its side and rolled along the ground on its table top and its base; said table top is composed of a tubular substantially circular open frame, said strips extending tightly thereacross in an interwoven manner to provide a supporting surface for the user, said top having a plurality of struts fixedly interconnected to said bearing means; and said bearing means includes a cylindrical member having an internal gear mounted therein, a spur gear driven by said motor means for driving in turn said internal gear.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
A sun tanning table according to claim 1, further including means carried by said table top for supporting at least one drinking glass.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
75 words
A method of using the rotatable table of claim 1 for enabling a person to acquire a uniform sun tan, comprising: providing a table having a table top rotatably mounted on a base for supporting the user in a reclining position on an upper surface thereof; slowly rotating said table top relative to its base about its vertical axis with the user reclining thereon; and continuing to so rotate the table top through 360 degrees.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
13 words
A method according to claim 3, wherein the table top is motor driven.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
183 words
A sun tanning table adapted to support the body of the user for sun tanning purposes, comprising: a base adapted to be supported on the ground; a substantially flat table top for supporting the body of the user in a reclining position for sun tanning purposes, said table top including open frame and a group of criss-crossed thin flexible webbing strips extending thereacross in a taut manner to serve as a support for the user; bearing means for mounting rotatably said table top on said base to enable said table top to rotate continuously through 360 degrees relative to said base; motor means for rotating said table top about its vertical axis relative to its base; said bearing means including a cylindrical member having an internal gear mounted therein, a spur gear driven by said motor means for driving in turn said internal gear; and said motor means being mounted in said base, said motor means including a gear box and an output shaft, said spur gear being fixed to said output shaft, said shaft being journaled for rotation within said bearing means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
183 words
A sun tanning table adapted to support the body of the user for sun tanning purposes, comprising: a base adapted to be supported on the ground; a substantially flat table top for supporting the body of the user in a reclining position for sun tanning purposes, said table top including open frame and a group of criss-crossed thin flexible webbing strips extending thereacross in a taut manner to serve as a support for the user; bearing means for mounting rotatably said table top on said base to enable said table top to rotate continuously through 360 degrees relative to said base; motor means for rotating said table top about its vertical axis relative to its base; said bearing means including a cylindrical member having an internal gear mounted therein, a spur gear driven by said motor means for driving in turn said internal gear; and said motor means being mounted in said base, said motor means including a gear box and an output shaft, said spur gear being fixed to said output shaft, said shaft being journaled for rotation within said bearing means.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
A sun tanning table according to claim 5, wherein said bearing means includes thrust bearing disposed between said cylindrical member and said base.
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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) | 1982-02-19 | 1982-08-21 | 1983-02-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-02-19 | 1986-08-21 | 1987-02-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-02-19 | 1990-08-21 | 1991-02-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |