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Cabinet hinge
Assignee: BEIGH KORINE K
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Filing: 1978-08-17
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Granted: 1981-01-06
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Expires: 1998-08-17
Abstract
Abstract A hinge for kitchen cabinets and the like is disclosed. The hinge includes means for sequentially pivoting the door about two pivot axes. The hinge includes a sequencing link which locks certain hinge members for pivotal movement about a first pivot axis, then unlocks those members while locking others so that pivoting takes place about another pivot axis. An optional automatic door closing mechanism is also shown.
Inventors
- 👤 Lauris L. Beigh
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 20:08
CPC Classifications
E; E05; E05D; E05D3/00; E05D3/06; E05D3/12; E05D11/00; E05D11/10; E05D11/1007; E05Y; E05Y2900/00; E05Y2900/20
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
90 words
A hinge comprising: a first plate member including a first pivot journal defining cam means; a second plate member including a second pivot journal defining cam means; a movable pivot sequencing member operatively connected to the cam means on the first and second plate members; a third plate member operatively connected to the first and second plate members in substantially surrounding relation to the sequencing member; and means for locking the sequencing member and either the first plate member or the second plate member together while the unlocked member pivots.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
90 words
A hinge comprising: a first plate member including a first pivot journal defining cam means; a second plate member including a second pivot journal defining cam means; a movable pivot sequencing member operatively connected to the cam means on the first and second plate members; a third plate member operatively connected to the first and second plate members in substantially surrounding relation to the sequencing member; and means for locking the sequencing member and either the first plate member or the second plate member together while the unlocked member pivots.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the cam means includes a curved slot defined by a pivot journal on the first and second plate members, the slots further defining locking notches engageable by the sequencing member.
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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) | 1984-01-06 | 1984-07-07 | 1985-01-06 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-01-06 | 1988-07-07 | 1989-01-06 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-01-06 | 1992-07-07 | 1993-01-06 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |