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Carrying device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-06-10
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Granted: 1981-10-27
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Expires: 2000-06-10
Abstract
Abstract A device for carting leaves, grass clippings and the like is provided. It consists of a sheet member with a rigid member and supporting elements on at least one elongated side to which an attachment element may be connected to enclose the load of material to be disposed of.
Inventors
- 👤 Peter G. Slater
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 20:55
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01G; A01G20/00; A01G20/40; A01G20/43
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
109 words
A flexible fabric carrier comprising: (a) a sheet member of substantially rectangular shape, (b) an elongated substantially rigid member adapted to be positioned along a first side portion of the sheet, (c) supporting elements affixed to the sheet along said first side portion and adapted to receive the elongated rigid member, and (d) attachment means at each of the end portions of the sheet not opposite said first side portion, whereby said attachment means may be connected to the elongated rigid member so that any material placed on the sheet will be contained by the folded sheet formed by the connection of the attachment means to the rigid member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
109 words
A flexible fabric carrier comprising: (a) a sheet member of substantially rectangular shape, (b) an elongated substantially rigid member adapted to be positioned along a first side portion of the sheet, (c) supporting elements affixed to the sheet along said first side portion and adapted to receive the elongated rigid member, and (d) attachment means at each of the end portions of the sheet not opposite said first side portion, whereby said attachment means may be connected to the elongated rigid member so that any material placed on the sheet will be contained by the folded sheet formed by the connection of the attachment means to the rigid member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
51 words
A flexible fabric carrier as defined in claim 1 and further including a second rigid member received in supporting elements affixed to a second side portion of the sheet member opposite the first side portion and wherein said second rigid member is also adapted to be connected to the attachment means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
33 words
A flexible fabric carrier as defined in claim 2 wherein the attachment means comprises open ring-like members attached to the sheet member and positioned substantially intermediate between the first and second side portions.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
A flexible fabric carrier as defined in claim 2 wherein the supporting elements comprise a plurality of loops affixed to the sheet and extending along a substantial extent of the first and second side portions.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
45 words
A flexible fabric carrier as defined in claim 2 wherein the supporting elements comprises a portion of the sheet member folded upon itself along a substantial extent of the first and second side portions and attached thereto to form sleeves for receiving the rigid members.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1984-10-26 | 1985-04-27 | 1985-10-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-10-26 | 1989-04-27 | 1989-10-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-10-26 | 1993-04-27 | 1993-10-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |