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Holding appliance for use in a blanket or a coverlet and the like
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-08-31
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Granted: 1980-04-29
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Expires: 1998-08-31
Abstract
Abstract A holding appliance for use in a blanket or a coverlet and the like according to the present invention includes a band for fixing the blanket or the coverlet to a bed in such a manner that the blanket or the coverlet can be freely movable to some extent relative to the bed, thereby to prevent a wakeful condition which may occur due to a pressure on a body by the blanket or the coverlet.
Inventors
- 👤 Yoshie Ogata
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 04:23
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47C; A47C21/00; A47C21/02; A47C21/022; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/23
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
113 words
An improved holder appliance for use in a blanket or the like disposed on a mattress having support means and a plurality of fastening means to fasten the blanket on the bed, wherein, the improvement comprises: a pair of supporter-straps having respective first ends connected with one another in alignment and laterally disposed between a base member and said mattress: connecting means fitted at said first end of one strap and adjustably engaged with an opposed end of said other strap; a plurality of bands radially extending from each other end of said supporter-strap; and a clip connected to the free end of said each band, for holding the side of said blanket.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
113 words
An improved holder appliance for use in a blanket or the like disposed on a mattress having support means and a plurality of fastening means to fasten the blanket on the bed, wherein, the improvement comprises: a pair of supporter-straps having respective first ends connected with one another in alignment and laterally disposed between a base member and said mattress: connecting means fitted at said first end of one strap and adjustably engaged with an opposed end of said other strap; a plurality of bands radially extending from each other end of said supporter-strap; and a clip connected to the free end of said each band, for holding the side of said blanket.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
37 words
A holding appliance as defined as claim 1, wherein: said each band is connected to said supporter through a ring in such a manner that said band is freely movable in the circumferential direction of said ring.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
33 words
A holding appliance as defined in claim 1, wherein: the bands disposed outside, have a length longer than that of the other bands, to be loose when connecting the blanket with the bands.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
A holding appliance as defined in claim 1, whrein: the band is formed of a rubber to impart elasticity.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
18 words
A holding appliance as defined in claim 1, wherein: said supporter is provided with a suitable length-adjustable means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
A holding appliance as defined in claim 1, wherein: said band is provided with a suitable length-adjustable means.
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) | 1983-04-29 | 1983-10-29 | 1984-04-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-04-29 | 1987-10-29 | 1988-04-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-04-29 | 1991-10-29 | 1992-04-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |