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US4187639A
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Molding process for a natural fruit of a fruit-tree or vegetable, a molding frame therefor and molded above fruit
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-02-17
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Granted: 1980-02-12
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Expires: 1998-02-17
Abstract
Abstract A molding process for a natural fruit of a fruit-tree or vegetable, a molding frame therefor and a molded fruit of a fruit-tree or vegetable which is produced by the above molding process and with the above molding frame are disclosed. Taste of the molded fruit is no less than that of a natural fruit. Various artificial shapes are applied to a fruit by the above molding process and frame.
Inventors
- 👤 Tomoyuki Ono
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 23:24
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01G; A01G7/00; A01G13/00; A01G13/20; A01G13/27; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S220/00; Y10S220/27
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
151 words
A molding process comprising the step of mounting a transparent molding frame about an immature natural net melon whose compressed surface would be injured after removing the molding frame from the net melon after it is molded, said frame being mounted about the net melon before growth of the met melon is completed and having a molding inner shape of an inner size sufficiently large to permit further growth of the net melon therewithin and small enough to shape the resultant fruit, and said method further comprising growing said net melon without said molding frame for a sufficient period to form a net on said compressed surface, and thereafter mounting said molding frame about said net melon for a predetermined period of time, whereby said net melon grows in conformity with the inner shape of said molding frame and results in a completely ripe molded fruit for use as a food.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
151 words
A molding process comprising the step of mounting a transparent molding frame about an immature natural net melon whose compressed surface would be injured after removing the molding frame from the net melon after it is molded, said frame being mounted about the net melon before growth of the met melon is completed and having a molding inner shape of an inner size sufficiently large to permit further growth of the net melon therewithin and small enough to shape the resultant fruit, and said method further comprising growing said net melon without said molding frame for a sufficient period to form a net on said compressed surface, and thereafter mounting said molding frame about said net melon for a predetermined period of time, whereby said net melon grows in conformity with the inner shape of said molding frame and results in a completely ripe molded fruit for use as a food.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
A molding process according to claim 1, wherein fertilizer is applied to the roots of the tree to promote growth of the fruit and to reduce the period of molding.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
29 words
A molding process according to claim 1, wherein said frame has an opening for inserting a stalk connected with said net melon and a ventilating opening within said frame.
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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) | 1983-02-11 | 1983-08-13 | 1984-02-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-02-11 | 1987-08-13 | 1988-02-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-02-11 | 1991-08-13 | 1992-02-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |