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Waste pipe support apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-09-30
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Granted: 1983-09-13
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Expires: 2001-09-30
Abstract
Abstract Waste pipe support apparatus comprises two nested, trough type, semi-cylindrical tubular members which are telescopically slideable relative to each other for providing the apparatus with required extensibility and contractibility. A bail-type support leg structure elevates one end of the apparatus relative to the other end and the local terrain. Bracket stops limit the pivotable movement of the support leg structure in its operative mode so as to provide stability therefor, and a nut-and-bolt/slot mechanism is provided within the trough members for providing infinite telescopic adjustment capabilities to the apparatus in the longitudinal direction. Guide means is also defined between the trough members for facilitating the movement and retention of one member relative to the other member during the aforenoted longitudinal adjustment operation. The bracket structure of the apparatus also provides for elevational adjustment of the bail leg structure.
Inventors
- 👤 Howard N. M. Burt
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 15:14
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16L; F16L3/00; F16L3/26; E; E03; E03F; E03F1/00; E03F1/008
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 20
Claim 1
Independent Claim
238 words
Apparatus for supporting a waste pipe normally interconnecting a vehicle waste drain pipe with a permanent camp site sewage head, comprising: a first support member for supporting a first portion of said waste pipe; a second support member for supporting a second portion of said waste pipe, said second member being slideably disposed within said first support member; leg means pivotably mounted, within a longitudinally extending plane, relative to said first support member so as to be disposed either in an operative or storage position and for supporting said first support member in an elevated position relative to the local terrain upon which said apparatus is to be disposed when said leg means is disposed in said operative position; bracket means fixedly secured to said first support member; said leg means being pivotably mounted within said bracket means; first means defined within said bracket means for selectively mounting said leg means within any one of a multiplicity of positions within said bracket means so as to selectively permit elevational adjustment of said leg means relative to said apparatus; and second means fixedly secured within said bracket means and projecting laterally outwardly therefrom so as to intercept said pivotable leg means within said longitudinally extending plane and thereby block the pivotable movement of said leg means within said longitudinal plane beyond which point said leg means cannot be moved, said point defining said operative position for said leg means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
238 words
Apparatus for supporting a waste pipe normally interconnecting a vehicle waste drain pipe with a permanent camp site sewage head, comprising: a first support member for supporting a first portion of said waste pipe; a second support member for supporting a second portion of said waste pipe, said second member being slideably disposed within said first support member; leg means pivotably mounted, within a longitudinally extending plane, relative to said first support member so as to be disposed either in an operative or storage position and for supporting said first support member in an elevated position relative to the local terrain upon which said apparatus is to be disposed when said leg means is disposed in said operative position; bracket means fixedly secured to said first support member; said leg means being pivotably mounted within said bracket means; first means defined within said bracket means for selectively mounting said leg means within any one of a multiplicity of positions within said bracket means so as to selectively permit elevational adjustment of said leg means relative to said apparatus; and second means fixedly secured within said bracket means and projecting laterally outwardly therefrom so as to intercept said pivotable leg means within said longitudinally extending plane and thereby block the pivotable movement of said leg means within said longitudinal plane beyond which point said leg means cannot be moved, said point defining said operative position for said leg means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said first and second support members comprise trough-type semi-cylindrical tubular members.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus as set forth in claim 2, wherein: said trough-type support members are disposed in a nested arrangement relative to each other.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
38 words
The apparatus as set forth in claim 1, further comprising: means for guiding said second support member relative to said first support member when said second support member is being slideably adjusted relative to said first support member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
55 words
The apparatus as set forth in claim 3, further comprising: means for guiding said second support member relative to said first support member, and for retaining said second support member in a nested disposition relative to said first support member, when said second support member is being slideably adjusted relative to said first support member.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
The apparatus as set forth in claim 5, wherein: said guiding and retaining means comprises flanged means disposed upon said first support member for engaging the upper edge portions of said second support member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
27 words
The apparatus as set forth in claim 4, wherein: said guiding means comprises flanged means disposed upon said first support member for engaging said second support member.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
51 words
The apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein said interconnecting locking means comprises: slot means defined within said first support member; and a nut and bolt assembly disposed within said second support member, said bolt of said assembly being slideably disposed within said slot means of said first support member.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
42 words
The apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said leg supporting means is disposed within a plane which is inclined with respect to a plane perpendicular to the local terrain when said leg supporting means is disposed within said operative position.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
39 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1, further comprising: means for guiding substantially the opposite ends of said second support member within said first support member when said second support member is slideably moved within said first support member.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
18 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 10, wherein: said guiding means comprises two different types of guide structures.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
51 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 11, wherein: one of said guide structures comprises slot means defined within said first support member, and a nut and bolt assembly disposed within said second support member, said bolt of said assembly being slideably disposed within said slot means of said first support member.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
30 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 11, wherein: said other one of said guide structures comprises flanged means disposed upon said first support member for engaging said second support member.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
39 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1, further comprising means interconnecting said first and second support members for lockingly adjusting said first and second support members in any one of an infinite number of positions relative to each other.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
19 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said bracket means is integrally formed with said first support member.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
21 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said bracket means comprises a plate dependently secured to said first support member.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
23 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said first means defined within said bracket means comprises a plurality of lineally aligned apertures.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
29 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said second means fixedly secured within said bracket means comprises ears projecting laterally outwardly from each side of said bracket means.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
31 words
Apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said leg means comprises a substantially U-shaped member having laterally inwardly extending free end portions secured within opposite sides of said bracket 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) | 1986-09-12 | 1987-03-14 | 1987-09-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-09-12 | 1991-03-14 | 1991-09-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-09-12 | 1995-03-14 | 1995-09-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |