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US4153497A
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Device for the recapping of tires
Assignee: Compagnie Generale des Etablissements Michelin SCA
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Filing: 1978-01-19
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Granted: 1979-05-08
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Expires: 1998-01-19
Abstract
Abstract A device for simultaneously supporting a tire which is to be recapped and for applying hermetically against the sidewalls of said tire a flexible sheathing which is connected to a source of vacuum comprises support means for supporting the tire by its beads and for varying the distance between the beads; annular means intended to be applied against the flexible sheathing in the region of the sidewalls of the tire; bearing means supporting both said support means and said annular means, said bearing means facing each other with an adjustable axial distance between them; and connecting means connecting said bearing means to each other and making it possible to vary the distance between said bearing means.
Inventors
- 👤 Elio Budrioli
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 11:48
CPC Classifications
B; B29; B29D; B29D30/00; B29D30/06; B29D30/52; B29D30/54; B29D30/542; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S156/00; Y10S156/909
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
151 words
Device for supporting a tire which is to be recapped and for applying hermetically against the sidewalls of said tire a flexible sheathing which is connected to a source of vacuum, said device being characterized by the fact that it comprises: (a) support means for supporting the tire by its beads and for varying the distance between the beads, said support means being each formed of axial elements terminated by a hook-shaped portion intended to be engaged on the inside of the tire; (b) annular means intended to be applied against the flexible sheathing in the region of the sidewalls of the tire; (c) bearing means supporting both said support means and said annular means, said bearing means facing each other with an adjustable axial distance bwtween them; and (d) connecting means connecting said bearing means to each other and making it possible to vary the distance between said bearing means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
151 words
Device for supporting a tire which is to be recapped and for applying hermetically against the sidewalls of said tire a flexible sheathing which is connected to a source of vacuum, said device being characterized by the fact that it comprises: (a) support means for supporting the tire by its beads and for varying the distance between the beads, said support means being each formed of axial elements terminated by a hook-shaped portion intended to be engaged on the inside of the tire; (b) annular means intended to be applied against the flexible sheathing in the region of the sidewalls of the tire; (c) bearing means supporting both said support means and said annular means, said bearing means facing each other with an adjustable axial distance bwtween them; and (d) connecting means connecting said bearing means to each other and making it possible to vary the distance between said bearing means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
175 words
Device for supporting a tire which is to be recapped and for applying hermetically against the sidewalls of said tire a flexible sheathing which is connected to a source of vacuum, said device being characterized by the fact that it comprises: (a) support means for supporting the tire by its beads and for varying the distance between the beads, said support means being each formed of a bent portion terminating a bearing means, said bent portion being terminated by a flange and having an axial slot in which a finger capable of sliding on an axial rod fastened to said bearing means can be moved axially; (b) annular means intended to be applied against the flexible sheathing in the region of the sidewalls of the tire; (c) said bearing means supporting both said support means and said annular means, said bearing means facing each other with an adjustable axial distance between them; and (d) connecting means connecting said bearing means to each other and making it possible to vary the distance between said bearing means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
175 words
Device for supporting a tire which is to be recapped and for applying hermetically against the sidewalls of said tire a flexible sheathing which is connected to a source of vacuum, said device being characterized by the fact that it comprises: (a) support means for supporting the tire by its beads and for varying the distance between the beads, said support means being each formed of a bent portion terminating a bearing means, said bent portion being terminated by a flange and having an axial slot in which a finger capable of sliding on an axial rod fastened to said bearing means can be moved axially; (b) annular means intended to be applied against the flexible sheathing in the region of the sidewalls of the tire; (c) said bearing means supporting both said support means and said annular means, said bearing means facing each other with an adjustable axial distance between them; and (d) connecting means connecting said bearing means to each other and making it possible to vary the distance between said bearing means.
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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) | 1982-05-07 | 1982-11-06 | 1983-05-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-05-07 | 1986-11-06 | 1987-05-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-05-07 | 1990-11-06 | 1991-05-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |