US4456158A
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Ski rack wind deflector
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-03-04
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Granted: 1984-06-26
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Expires: 2003-03-04
Abstract
Abstract An aerodynamic wind deflector for a scissors-type ski rack is disclosed. The wind deflector comprises a parabolic contoured deflector surface attached to a locking member having a T-shaped cross-sectional configuration which is clamped by a scissor clamp of the ski rack. The deflector may be inexpensively manufactured, reduces wind noise and improves the appearance of the ski rack.
Inventors
- 👤 Keith Wertz
- 👤 Emmette V. Graham, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 18:31
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R9/00; B60R9/08; B60R9/12; B60R9/04; B60R9/05
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
50 words
A removable wind deflector adapted for use with a scissors-type ski rack having clamp members for clamping skis when in a clamping position, comprising an aerodynamically shaped deflector surface coupled to a locking member adapted to be held by clamp members of the ski rack when in such clamping position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
50 words
A removable wind deflector adapted for use with a scissors-type ski rack having clamp members for clamping skis when in a clamping position, comprising an aerodynamically shaped deflector surface coupled to a locking member adapted to be held by clamp members of the ski rack when in such clamping position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
37 words
The wind deflector of claim 1 wherein said deflector surface has a leading edge and comprises an upper and lower surface, each surface shaped in a parabolic curved symmetrical about a center line through the leading edge.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
The wind deflector of claim 1 wherein said locking member has a "T" shaped cross-sectional configuration.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
The wind deflector of claim 1 wherein said deflector surface and said locking member are of integral construction.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
The wind deflector of claim 1 wherein said deflector surface comprises a single curved surface formed in the contour of a parabolic curve.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
The wind deflector of claim 1 wherein said deflector surface defines the external surface of a solid foam member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
38 words
A removable wind deflector adapted for use with a ski rack having clamp members adapted to secure snow skis, comprising an aerodynamically shaped deflector surface affixed to a locking member adapted to be secured by said clamp members.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
38 words
A removable wind deflector adapted for use with a ski rack having clamp members adapted to secure snow skis, comprising an aerodynamically shaped deflector surface affixed to a locking member adapted to be secured by said clamp members.
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) | 1987-06-26 | 1987-12-26 | 1988-06-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-06-26 | 1991-12-26 | 1992-06-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-06-26 | 1995-12-26 | 1996-06-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |