US4342128A
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Wiper device for removal of snow and liquid from ski glasses or goggles
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-09-25
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Granted: 1982-08-03
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Expires: 2000-09-25
Abstract
Abstract A device is disclosed for the removal of snow and other debris from the surface of glasses or goggles as worn by skiers. The device includes a handle portion having a wiper blade secured thereto for cleaning the lenses of the glasses or goggles. To prevent loss, an optional neck chain or leather tether is disclosed.
Inventors
- 👤 Thomas P. Doyle
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 17:38
CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02C; G02C11/00; G02C11/08; B; B60; B60S; B60S3/00; B60S3/04; B60S3/045
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
171 words
A wiping apparatus for the removal of snow and debris from goggles and eyeglass lenses comprising: a handle portion having a pair of opposed front and rear walls, a top wall, a bottom wall, and a pair of opposed side walls, at least one of said side walls being indented and adapted to receive the finger of an operator during time of use, said handle portion being about 1/2 inches thick, about 11/2 to 21/2 inches wide, and about 1 to 2 inches high, an elastic wiper blade secured to the long dimension of said top wall thereof, said blade being sized in elongation such that the entire blade contacts the lens during removal process, said apparatus including a through bore in the handle portion from the front wall to the rear wall, a light reflective lenticular surface on one of the opposed front and rear walls, said through bore also penetrating said reflective surface, and a retainer cord adapted to encircle the neck of a wearer secured through said throughbore.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
171 words
A wiping apparatus for the removal of snow and debris from goggles and eyeglass lenses comprising: a handle portion having a pair of opposed front and rear walls, a top wall, a bottom wall, and a pair of opposed side walls, at least one of said side walls being indented and adapted to receive the finger of an operator during time of use, said handle portion being about 1/2 inches thick, about 11/2 to 21/2 inches wide, and about 1 to 2 inches high, an elastic wiper blade secured to the long dimension of said top wall thereof, said blade being sized in elongation such that the entire blade contacts the lens during removal process, said apparatus including a through bore in the handle portion from the front wall to the rear wall, a light reflective lenticular surface on one of the opposed front and rear walls, said through bore also penetrating said reflective surface, and a retainer cord adapted to encircle the neck of a wearer secured through said throughbore.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
The device of claim 1 wherein both of said side walls are indented and adapted to receive fingers of the operator.
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) | 1985-08-02 | 1986-02-01 | 1986-08-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1989-08-02 | 1990-02-01 | 1990-08-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1993-08-02 | 1994-02-01 | 1994-08-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |