US4444465A
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CRT shield
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-12-23
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Granted: 1984-04-24
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Expires: 2001-12-23
Abstract
Abstract An adjustable shield is provided which fits over the cabinet of a CRT to help eliminate glare on the screen and also serves as a security shield. The shield is made in three telescoping pieces so that a standard shield can be adjusted to fit a number of different sizes.
Inventors
- 👤 Joe D. Giulie
- 👤 Jean W. Giulie
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 21:49
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01J; H01J29/00; H01J29/86; H01J29/89; H01J29/896; H04; H04N; H04N5/00; H04N5/64; H04N5/65; H01J2229/00; H01J2229/89; H01J2229/8909; H01J2229/8911; H01J2229/8913; H01J2229/8922
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
175 words
An adjustable shield for a CRT in an enclosure, comprising in combination: a. a center portion of generally rectangular configuration having a flat surface with two ends and a front and a back, b. the end-to-end length of the central portion being no longer than the width of the smallest enclosure on which the shield is to be used, c. the front and back edges of the center portion being rolled under to provide U-shaped edges with a gap between the terminal ends and the underside of the flat surface, d. two L-shaped end portions which are mirror images, each having a horizontal portion adapted to fit into the gaps formed at the front and back of the central portion, and each having a down turned end whereby: e. said center portion can be placed on the top of the enclosure with the front edge of the center and end portions extending forward of said enclosure and the two end portions telescoped therein to provide a shield over the front and sides of the CRT.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
175 words
An adjustable shield for a CRT in an enclosure, comprising in combination: a. a center portion of generally rectangular configuration having a flat surface with two ends and a front and a back, b. the end-to-end length of the central portion being no longer than the width of the smallest enclosure on which the shield is to be used, c. the front and back edges of the center portion being rolled under to provide U-shaped edges with a gap between the terminal ends and the underside of the flat surface, d. two L-shaped end portions which are mirror images, each having a horizontal portion adapted to fit into the gaps formed at the front and back of the central portion, and each having a down turned end whereby: e. said center portion can be placed on the top of the enclosure with the front edge of the center and end portions extending forward of said enclosure and the two end portions telescoped therein to provide a shield over the front and sides of the CRT.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The shield of claim 1 wherein the lower front edges of the end portions are cut back at an angle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
The shield of claim 1 wherein each of the three portions making up the shield has a small spot of a pressure sensitive adhesive thereon to hold the shield in place on a cabinet.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The shield of claim 1 wherein the horizontal portion and the downturned end of each of the L-shaped portions are joined by a hinge.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US2482031A
Cited
GB1022727A
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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) | 1987-04-24 | 1987-10-24 | 1988-04-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-04-24 | 1991-10-24 | 1992-04-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-04-24 | 1995-10-24 | 1996-04-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |