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Training device for horsemanship
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-10-04
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Granted: 1980-03-04
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Expires: 1998-10-04
Abstract
Abstract A device for teaching horsemanship by providing visual indication activated by pressure switches to a rider for monitoring the way in which the horse is moving.
Inventors
- 👤 Ronald E. Clapp
- 👤 David L. Cunningham
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 05:00
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63K; A63K3/00; A01; A01K; A01K15/00; A01K15/02; A01K15/027; A01K15/0275
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
94 words
A device useful in connection with teaching horsemanship comprising in combination: (a) a first pressure activated switch, (b) a second pressure activated switch, (c) means for supporting said first pressure activated switch closely adjacent the left chest-shoulder area of a horse and for supporting said second pressure activated switch closely adjacent the right chest-shoulder area of a horse, (d) an indicator means mounted on a portion of the horse where it can be easily viewed by a rider of the horse, and (e) electrical circuitry interconnecting said indicator means and said pressure activated switches.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
94 words
A device useful in connection with teaching horsemanship comprising in combination: (a) a first pressure activated switch, (b) a second pressure activated switch, (c) means for supporting said first pressure activated switch closely adjacent the left chest-shoulder area of a horse and for supporting said second pressure activated switch closely adjacent the right chest-shoulder area of a horse, (d) an indicator means mounted on a portion of the horse where it can be easily viewed by a rider of the horse, and (e) electrical circuitry interconnecting said indicator means and said pressure activated switches.
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) | 1983-03-04 | 1983-09-03 | 1984-03-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-03-04 | 1987-09-03 | 1988-03-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-03-04 | 1991-09-03 | 1992-03-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |