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US4194854A
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Paver attachment
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-06-05
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Granted: 1980-03-25
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Expires: 1998-06-05
Abstract
Abstract A paver attachment is illustrated for connecting a paver to a dump truck and the like having an elongated longitudinally disposed arm assembly carried on one end by the paver for raising and lowering the free end thereof to which is attached securement means for engagement with the dump truck adjacent the transmission to provide a fixed distance therebetween and to permit independent maneuvering of the paver as around curves.
Inventors
- 👤 Herbert N. Mauldin
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 07:33
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62D; B62D59/00; B62D59/02; E; E01; E01C; E01C19/00; E01C19/48; E01C2301/00; E01C2301/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
118 words
In a wheeled paver an attachment for securement to a pulling vehicle comprising: a pair of longitudinally spaced mounting means for fixed connection at forward and rearward locations on said paver; yieldable shock absorbing means fixed adjacent one end adjacent said rearward location; a first fluid operated assembly connected adjacent one end thereof adjacent the other end of said shock absorbing means; a longitudinal elongated arm assembly pivotally connected adjacent said forward location for raising and lowering responsive to said first fluid operated assembly; securement means carried on said elongated arm assembly remote from said paver for longitudinal movement; and a second fluid power operated assembly having connection to said securement means for imparting said longitudinal movement thereto.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
118 words
In a wheeled paver an attachment for securement to a pulling vehicle comprising: a pair of longitudinally spaced mounting means for fixed connection at forward and rearward locations on said paver; yieldable shock absorbing means fixed adjacent one end adjacent said rearward location; a first fluid operated assembly connected adjacent one end thereof adjacent the other end of said shock absorbing means; a longitudinal elongated arm assembly pivotally connected adjacent said forward location for raising and lowering responsive to said first fluid operated assembly; securement means carried on said elongated arm assembly remote from said paver for longitudinal movement; and a second fluid power operated assembly having connection to said securement means for imparting said longitudinal movement thereto.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
108 words
In a wheeled paver an attachment for securement to a dump truck rear end comprising: a pair of longitudinally spaced mounting means for fixed connection adjacent forward and rearward locations on said paver; yieldable shock absorbing means connected adjacent one end thereof to said mounting means adjacent said rearward location; a first fluid operated assembly connected adjacent one end thereof adjacent the other end of said shock absorbing means; a longitudinal elongated arm assembly pivotally connected to said mounting means adjacent said forward location for raising and lowering responsive to said first fluid operated assembly; and securement means carried on said elongated arm assembly remote from said paver.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
108 words
In a wheeled paver an attachment for securement to a dump truck rear end comprising: a pair of longitudinally spaced mounting means for fixed connection adjacent forward and rearward locations on said paver; yieldable shock absorbing means connected adjacent one end thereof to said mounting means adjacent said rearward location; a first fluid operated assembly connected adjacent one end thereof adjacent the other end of said shock absorbing means; a longitudinal elongated arm assembly pivotally connected to said mounting means adjacent said forward location for raising and lowering responsive to said first fluid operated assembly; and securement means carried on said elongated arm assembly remote from said paver.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
142 words
A paver hitch for attaching a wheeled paver and the like to a dump truck having a wheeled rear end with a differential comprising: an elongated arm assembly extending forwardly from said paver; transverse pivot means pivotally mounting said arm assembly adjacent a front of said paver; power operated means raising and lowering said arm assembly about said pivot means for connecting and disconnecting said paver to said dump truck; forwardly positioned stop means carried by said arm assembly limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to separate said paver and said truck; and rearwardly positioned stop means longitudinally spaced with respect to said forward stop means carried by said arm assembly limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to bring same into engagement; said differential being disposed between said forwardly and rearwardly positioned stop means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
142 words
A paver hitch for attaching a wheeled paver and the like to a dump truck having a wheeled rear end with a differential comprising: an elongated arm assembly extending forwardly from said paver; transverse pivot means pivotally mounting said arm assembly adjacent a front of said paver; power operated means raising and lowering said arm assembly about said pivot means for connecting and disconnecting said paver to said dump truck; forwardly positioned stop means carried by said arm assembly limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to separate said paver and said truck; and rearwardly positioned stop means longitudinally spaced with respect to said forward stop means carried by said arm assembly limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to bring same into engagement; said differential being disposed between said forwardly and rearwardly positioned stop means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
130 words
A paver hitch for attaching a wheeled paver and the like to a dump truck comprising: an elongated arm assembly extending forwardly from said paver; transverse pivot means pivotally mounting said arm assembly adjacent a front of said paver; power operated means raising and lowering said arm assembly about said pivot means for connecting and disconnecting said paver to said dump truck; securement means carried by said arm assembly remote from said paver limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to separate said paver and said truck and limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to bring same into engagement; and said securement means includes a cradle by said arm assembly for forward and rearward adjustment for receiving a differential of said dump truck.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
130 words
A paver hitch for attaching a wheeled paver and the like to a dump truck comprising: an elongated arm assembly extending forwardly from said paver; transverse pivot means pivotally mounting said arm assembly adjacent a front of said paver; power operated means raising and lowering said arm assembly about said pivot means for connecting and disconnecting said paver to said dump truck; securement means carried by said arm assembly remote from said paver limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to separate said paver and said truck and limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to bring same into engagement; and said securement means includes a cradle by said arm assembly for forward and rearward adjustment for receiving a differential of said dump truck.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
149 words
A paver hitch for attaching a wheeled paver and the like to a dump truck comprising: an elongated arm assembly extending forwardly from said paver; transverse pivot means pivotally mounting said arm assembly adjacent a front of said paver; power operated means raising and lowering said arm assembly about said pivot means for connecting and disconnecting said paver to said dump truck; securement means carried by said arm assembly remote from said paver limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to separate said paver and said truck and limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to bring same into engagement; said securement means includes a cradle by said arm assembly for forward and rearward adjustment for receiving a differential of said dump truck; and power operated means having a fluid operated cylinder for imparting movement to said cradle for forward and rearward adjustment.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
149 words
A paver hitch for attaching a wheeled paver and the like to a dump truck comprising: an elongated arm assembly extending forwardly from said paver; transverse pivot means pivotally mounting said arm assembly adjacent a front of said paver; power operated means raising and lowering said arm assembly about said pivot means for connecting and disconnecting said paver to said dump truck; securement means carried by said arm assembly remote from said paver limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to separate said paver and said truck and limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to bring same into engagement; said securement means includes a cradle by said arm assembly for forward and rearward adjustment for receiving a differential of said dump truck; and power operated means having a fluid operated cylinder for imparting movement to said cradle for forward and rearward adjustment.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
125 words
A paver hitch for attaching a wheeled paver and the like to a dump truck comprising: an elongated arm assembly extending forwardly from said paver; transverse pivot means pivotally mounting said arm assembly adjacent a front of said paver; power operated means raising and lowering said arm assembly about said pivot means for connecting and disconnecting said paver to said dump truck; securement means carried by said arm assembly remote from said paver limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to separate said paver and said truck and limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to bring same into engagement; said power operated means includes a fluid operated cylinder; and shock absorbing means securing said cylinder to said paver.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
125 words
A paver hitch for attaching a wheeled paver and the like to a dump truck comprising: an elongated arm assembly extending forwardly from said paver; transverse pivot means pivotally mounting said arm assembly adjacent a front of said paver; power operated means raising and lowering said arm assembly about said pivot means for connecting and disconnecting said paver to said dump truck; securement means carried by said arm assembly remote from said paver limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to separate said paver and said truck and limiting relative movement between said paver and said truck tending to bring same into engagement; said power operated means includes a fluid operated cylinder; and shock absorbing means securing said cylinder to said paver.
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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) | 1983-03-25 | 1983-09-24 | 1984-03-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-03-25 | 1987-09-24 | 1988-03-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-03-25 | 1991-09-24 | 1992-03-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |