US4436441A
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Typewriter accessory device for bold face typing
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1982-07-06
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Granted: 1984-03-13
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Expires: 2002-07-06
Abstract
Abstract Device for use with a typewriter having manual half back space lever to permit making bold face characters. When bold face typing is desired, the device is removably secured to the typewriter, adjacent to the half-space lever, to permit incremental adjustment of the lever and typewriter carriage. By proper adjustment of the lever with the device, restruck characters can be made to have the appearance of bold face.
Inventors
- 👤 George R. Robert
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 12:54
CPC Classifications
B; B41; B41J; B41J3/00; B41J3/30
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
83 words
A device for creating bold type for use with a typewriter having a half-space lever, the device comprising: (a) a frame adapted to be positioned adjacent the half-space lever said frame having: (i) a base with securing lugs affixed to said base, and (ii) a support member integral with said base, (b) first means adjustably mounted on said support member for contacting said lever, (c) and second means for securing said first means into a pre-selected position with respect to said support member.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
83 words
A device for creating bold type for use with a typewriter having a half-space lever, the device comprising: (a) a frame adapted to be positioned adjacent the half-space lever said frame having: (i) a base with securing lugs affixed to said base, and (ii) a support member integral with said base, (b) first means adjustably mounted on said support member for contacting said lever, (c) and second means for securing said first means into a pre-selected position with respect to said support member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
Device of claim 1 wherein said first means is a screw having at one end a wing portion to permit finger adjustment of said screw.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
Device of claim 2 wherein said second means is a lock nut on said screw.
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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) | 1987-03-13 | 1987-09-12 | 1988-03-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-03-13 | 1991-09-12 | 1992-03-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-03-13 | 1995-09-12 | 1996-03-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |