US4458869A
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Holder for micro-receiver or transmitter-receiver
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-08-06
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Granted: 1984-07-10
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Expires: 2001-08-06
Abstract
Abstract A holder for a micro-receiver or transmitter-receiver, which holder is on a handle of a portable radio. The holder comprises a spherical segment integrally attached to a shank encircled by a spring to permit a clip on the micro-receiver to be received yieldingly between the spherical segment and holder, whereby the micro-receiver will not become displaced by jarring or vibration.
Inventors
- 👤 Philip M. Mayo
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 12:00
CPC Classifications
H; H04; H04B; H04B1/00; H04B1/06; H04B1/08; H04B1/086; H04B1/088; H04B1/38; H04B1/3827; H04B1/385; H04B2001/3855
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
165 words
A housing for a portable radio including a handle of substantially inverted U-shape extending from the top thereof, a support comprising a spherical segment shaped bolt head having an integral shank extending through a vertical portion of said handle, said shank terminating in a nut, a helical spring surrounding said integral shank and having one end contacting an outer surface of said vertical portion of said handle and the other end contacting said nut which serves as a stop or retainer therefor, a receiver having an integral clip extending outwardly and downwardly from one side of said receiver, said clip having a central vertical slot for guiding it on opposite sides of said shank as the clip is pushed downwardly between said bolt head and said vertical handle portion, whereby the tension of said spring will prevent relative movement between said clip and bolt head and whereby accidental dislodgement of said receiver from said shank is minimized despite violent movement or vibrations of said housing.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
165 words
A housing for a portable radio including a handle of substantially inverted U-shape extending from the top thereof, a support comprising a spherical segment shaped bolt head having an integral shank extending through a vertical portion of said handle, said shank terminating in a nut, a helical spring surrounding said integral shank and having one end contacting an outer surface of said vertical portion of said handle and the other end contacting said nut which serves as a stop or retainer therefor, a receiver having an integral clip extending outwardly and downwardly from one side of said receiver, said clip having a central vertical slot for guiding it on opposite sides of said shank as the clip is pushed downwardly between said bolt head and said vertical handle portion, whereby the tension of said spring will prevent relative movement between said clip and bolt head and whereby accidental dislodgement of said receiver from said shank is minimized despite violent movement or vibrations of said housing.
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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) | 1987-07-10 | 1988-01-09 | 1988-07-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-07-10 | 1992-01-09 | 1992-07-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-07-10 | 1996-01-09 | 1996-07-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |