US4253671A
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Pole structure for supporting a net of a field game
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-10-22
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Granted: 1981-03-03
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Expires: 1999-10-22
Abstract
Abstract A mounting device supports an elongated linearly extending member at its bottom end vertically in the ground. A length of chain has a bottom end coupled to the mounting device and a spaced opposite top end coupled to the member in the area of the top end of the member in a manner whereby the chain extends parallel with the member in spaced relation therewith. A tension adjusting device is coupled in the chain intermediate the ends in a manner whereby the chain functions as an adjustable strut to maintain the member in vertical position. A net supporting device supports a net in the area of the top end of the member and perpendicularly to the member, and includes a roller rotatably mounted on the member closely adjacent the top end thereof. A length of cord passes around part of the roller in a manner whereby a first part of the cord extends in spaced parallel relation with the member between the member and the chain and a second part of the cord extends perpendicularly with the member for supporting a net. A length of elastic material has a top end coupled to the first part of the cord and a spaced opposite bottom end coupled to the member in the area of the bottom end thereof whereby tension is maintained on a net supported by the cord and the net is lowerable along the member.
Inventors
- 👤 R. B. Pace
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 07:40
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B61/00; A63B61/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
284 words
A pole structure for supporting a net of a field game, said pole structure comprising an elongated substantially linearly extending member having spaced opposite top and bottom ends; mounting means for supporting said elongated member at its bottom end substantially vertically in the ground; a length of chain having a bottom end coupled to said mounting means, a spaced opposite top end coupled to said elongated member in the area of the top end of said member in a manner whereby said length of chain extends substantially parallel with said member in spaced relation therewith and tension adjusting means coupled therein intermediate said ends in a manner whereby said chain functions as an adjustable strut to maintain said member in substantially vertical position; and net supporting means for supporting a net in the area of the top end of said elongated member and substantially perpendicularly to said member, said net supporting means comprising a roller rotatably mounted on said member closely adjacent the top end thereof, a length of cord passing around part of said roller in a manner whereby a first part of the cord extends in spaced substantially parallel relation with said elongated member between said member and said length of chain and a second part of said cord extends substantially perpendicularly with said member for supporting a net at the top of the net and a length of elastic material having a top end coupled to the first part of said cord and a spaced opposite bottom end coupled to said elongated member in the area of the bottom end thereof whereby tension is maintained on a net supported by said cord and said net is lowerable along said elongated member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
284 words
A pole structure for supporting a net of a field game, said pole structure comprising an elongated substantially linearly extending member having spaced opposite top and bottom ends; mounting means for supporting said elongated member at its bottom end substantially vertically in the ground; a length of chain having a bottom end coupled to said mounting means, a spaced opposite top end coupled to said elongated member in the area of the top end of said member in a manner whereby said length of chain extends substantially parallel with said member in spaced relation therewith and tension adjusting means coupled therein intermediate said ends in a manner whereby said chain functions as an adjustable strut to maintain said member in substantially vertical position; and net supporting means for supporting a net in the area of the top end of said elongated member and substantially perpendicularly to said member, said net supporting means comprising a roller rotatably mounted on said member closely adjacent the top end thereof, a length of cord passing around part of said roller in a manner whereby a first part of the cord extends in spaced substantially parallel relation with said elongated member between said member and said length of chain and a second part of said cord extends substantially perpendicularly with said member for supporting a net at the top of the net and a length of elastic material having a top end coupled to the first part of said cord and a spaced opposite bottom end coupled to said elongated member in the area of the bottom end thereof whereby tension is maintained on a net supported by said cord and said net is lowerable along said elongated member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
84 words
A pole structure as claimed in claim 1, wherein said mounting means comprises a block seated in a hole in the ground and having an upper surface substantially level with the surface of the ground, said block having a substantially vertically extending channel formed therethrough and accommodating the bottom end part of said elongated member and a hook device mounted on said upper surface in spaced relation with said channel for releasably coupling the bottom end of said length of chain to said block.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
59 words
A pole structure as claimed in claim 2, further comprising an annular plate around said elongated member in close proximity with said upper surface of said block and a collar of waterproof material around said elongated member at said upper surface of said block and next-adjacent said plate and covering said channel thereby preventing liquid from entering said channel.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
63 words
A pole structure as claimed in claim 2, wherein said tension adjusting means comprises a turnbuckle, and further comprising an upper arm extending from said elongated member in the area of the top end thereof and having a free end spaced from said elongated member, the top end of said length of chain being coupled to the free end of said upper arm.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
28 words
A pole structure as claimed in claim 2, wherein said elongated member has a substantially square cross-section and the channel of said block is of substantially square cross-section.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
84 words
A pole structure as claimed in claim 4, further comprising a lower arm extending from said elongated member in the area of the bottom end thereof and having a free end spaced from said elongated member, the bottom end of said length of elastic material being releasably coupled to the free end of said lower arm, and wherein said elongated member has a hole formed therethrough extending transversely thereof closely adjacent the top end thereof and said roller is rotatably mounted in said hole.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
36 words
A pole structure as claimed in claim 4, further comprising additional lengths of elastic material and a plurality of hook devices releasably coupling the lengths of elastic material to form an elongated length of said material.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
97 words
A pole structure as claimed in claim 4, further comprising a second cord for maintaining a net in position, said second cord having a first end tied to said length of chain at a point between the ends thereof and a second end for tying to the bottom of a net and a third cord for maintaining the net in position, said third cord having a first end tied to said length of chain near the top end thereof and a second end for tying to the net at a point intermediate the top and bottom thereof.
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) | 1984-03-02 | 1984-09-01 | 1985-03-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-03-02 | 1988-09-01 | 1989-03-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-03-02 | 1992-09-01 | 1993-03-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |