US4412593A
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Structure for supporting automobile horn
Assignee: Denso Corp
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Filing: 1981-01-22
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Granted: 1983-11-01
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Expires: 2001-01-22
Abstract
Abstract A structure for supporting an automobile horn. The structure includes a radiator grille made of a synthetic resin and having a recess at its one side for receiving the body of the horn, such that the sound radiating front portion of the horn is directed toward the front side of the automobile, and a frame member provided in the recess into which the body of the horn is fitted. The structure can have a locking member adapted for engaging the rear end portion of the frame so as to cooperate with the frame in clamping therebetween the peripheral portion of the horn body.
Inventors
- 👤 Toshiju Taira
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 20:28
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60Q; B60Q5/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
100 words
A structure for supporting an automotive horn having a circular peripheral flange to an automotive vehicle provided with a synthetic resin radiator grille having a rear side portion, comprising: an annular synthetic resin frame integrally incorporated with said radiator grille at said rear side portion and defining a rearwardly facing annular recess for receiving the peripheral flange of the horn; a cushioning member disposed in said recess and having a radially-inwardly-facing annular groove for receiving the peripheral flange of the horn; and an annular locking member attachable to said frame to retain said member and the horn in said recess.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
100 words
A structure for supporting an automotive horn having a circular peripheral flange to an automotive vehicle provided with a synthetic resin radiator grille having a rear side portion, comprising: an annular synthetic resin frame integrally incorporated with said radiator grille at said rear side portion and defining a rearwardly facing annular recess for receiving the peripheral flange of the horn; a cushioning member disposed in said recess and having a radially-inwardly-facing annular groove for receiving the peripheral flange of the horn; and an annular locking member attachable to said frame to retain said member and the horn in said recess.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
A structure as set forth in claim 1, wherein said annular frame is recessed into the rear side portion of the grille.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
A structure as set forth in claim 1 wherein said frame has an annular flange with which said locking member is engaged with a snap action.
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) | 1986-10-31 | 1987-05-02 | 1987-11-01 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-10-31 | 1991-05-02 | 1991-11-01 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-10-31 | 1995-05-02 | 1995-11-01 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |