US4244220A
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Ski-pole support structure for a stem and dial-type thermometer
Assignee: Dresser Industries Inc
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Filing: 1979-06-11
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Granted: 1981-01-13
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Expires: 1999-06-11
Abstract
Abstract An annular recessed snap-in fit is provided internally juxtaposed to an opening through the top surface of a molded plastic ski pole grip handle for supporting the dial case of a received stem and dial-type thermometer. A heat transfer composition within the tubular metal shank of the ski pole is adapted to support the distal end of a received thermometer in thermal communication with the ambient weather while convenient readability of the thermometer is provided through the top face opening in the grip handle.
Inventors
- 👤 John W. Henson
- 👤 Robert J. Prove
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 02:42
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01K; G01K1/00; G01K1/14; A; A63; A63C; A63C11/00; A63C11/22
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
94 words
In a ski pole for skiing service including a grip handle and an elongated shank secured to the underside of the grip handle and extending away therefrom, thermometer support means defined as a passage extending internally of at least said grip handle, said support means being of size adapted to receive a stem and dial thermometer with the stem extending from the dial portion to its distal end being in thermal communication with ambient weather temperature thereabout and with indicia of the received thermometer exposed to view at a surface of said grip handle.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
94 words
In a ski pole for skiing service including a grip handle and an elongated shank secured to the underside of the grip handle and extending away therefrom, thermometer support means defined as a passage extending internally of at least said grip handle, said support means being of size adapted to receive a stem and dial thermometer with the stem extending from the dial portion to its distal end being in thermal communication with ambient weather temperature thereabout and with indicia of the received thermometer exposed to view at a surface of said grip handle.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
31 words
In a ski pole according to claim 1 in which said support means is adapted to secure a received stem and dial thermometer in a snap-in relation within said grip handle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
69 words
In a ski pole according to claim 2 in which said grip handle is of plastic composition, said support means includes an opening extending inward from a top surface of said grip handle and said grip handle top surface includes a defined split in its surface extending outward from said opening to enable selectively enlarging said opening for receipt of a stem and dial thermometer into said snap-in relation.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
46 words
In a ski pole according to claim 3 in which said snap-in relation afforded by said support means comprises an annular recess tandemly juxtaposed inward of said opening for the indicia of a received stem and dial thermometer to be exposed to view through said opening.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
50 words
In a ski pole according to claim 1, 2, 3 or 4 in which said shank is tubular and there is included thermal communication means positioned within said tubular shank to receive the distal stem end of a received stem and dial thermometer and to communicate ambient weather temperature thereto.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
In a ski pole according to claim 5 in which said tubular shank is metal and said thermal communication means comprises metal wool.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
19 words
In a ski pole according to claim 6 including a stem and dial thermometer emplaced in said support means.
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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) | 1984-01-13 | 1984-07-14 | 1985-01-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-01-13 | 1988-07-14 | 1989-01-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-01-13 | 1992-07-14 | 1993-01-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |