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US4259748A
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Moisture absorbent mask covering the face, neck and ears
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-04-24
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Granted: 1981-04-07
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Expires: 2000-04-24
Abstract
Abstract A mask is made of an absorbent material which can be moistened and which will protect a person's face, neck and ears while under an electric hair dryer.
Inventors
- 👤 Anna K. Miller
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 17:55
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45D; A45D44/00; A45D44/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
148 words
A mask for protecting a user under a drying influence, said mask comprising in combination: a. a face portion of an absorbent material; b. a neck portion of a similar absorbent material; c. a first elastic cord going around the sides and bottom of the mask adapted to be fastened over the top of a users head; d. a second elastic cord going around the top of the mask and adapted to be placed back of the users head; e. the bottom of said mask having a lateral elongated extension with ends whereby the ends can be brought around under the throat, back of the neck and over the ears and tucked under the sides of the mask to provide a double layer of material at the back of the neck as well as protective layers around the face and sides of the neck and over the ears.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
148 words
A mask for protecting a user under a drying influence, said mask comprising in combination: a. a face portion of an absorbent material; b. a neck portion of a similar absorbent material; c. a first elastic cord going around the sides and bottom of the mask adapted to be fastened over the top of a users head; d. a second elastic cord going around the top of the mask and adapted to be placed back of the users head; e. the bottom of said mask having a lateral elongated extension with ends whereby the ends can be brought around under the throat, back of the neck and over the ears and tucked under the sides of the mask to provide a double layer of material at the back of the neck as well as protective layers around the face and sides of the neck and over the ears.
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) | 1984-04-06 | 1984-10-06 | 1985-04-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-04-06 | 1988-10-06 | 1989-04-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-04-06 | 1992-10-06 | 1993-04-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |