US4462525A
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Portable television equipment carrier
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-04-08
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Granted: 1984-07-31
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Expires: 2003-04-08
Abstract
Abstract This carrier is for retaining a television camera and its operating accessories, such as wires, batteries, etc. Primarily, it consists of a tubular frame attached to a case, which may be back-carried or hand-carried, as desired. It also includes a pair of shoulder straps, and a hand carry strap, and it is adjustable to fit people of various sizes, and enables them to travel with their equipment on airplanes, buses and other vehicles, wherein they can watch their equipment, and it is also readily available for instant use.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert W. Pingleton
- 👤 Frank J. Downs
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 13:00
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45F; A45F3/00; A45F3/04; A45F3/08; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S224/00; Y10S224/908; Y10S224/929; Y10S224/93
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
175 words
A portable television equipment carrier, comprising, in combination, a case for containing home television equipment, and a tubular aluminum frame upon which said case is mounted, said frame including means for being carried upon a person's back, said frame comprising a main support member and a pair of legs pivotally attached to said main support member; said main support member comprising a configurated tube formed with parallel "L"-shaped portions at its opposite ends and a straight interconnecting portion between corresponding one ends of said "L"-shaped portions, for forming a framework upon which said case is placed, an arcuate cross-piece and an elastic back strap between corresponding opposite ends of said "L"-shaped portions, for resting against said person's back; each said leg being pivoted at one end from a right angle corner formed on each said "L"-shaped portion, a hip strap between said legs, a pair of adjustable shoulder straps attached from said arcuate cross-piece to a free opposite end of each said leg, and said case being affixed to said frame by means of flaps.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
175 words
A portable television equipment carrier, comprising, in combination, a case for containing home television equipment, and a tubular aluminum frame upon which said case is mounted, said frame including means for being carried upon a person's back, said frame comprising a main support member and a pair of legs pivotally attached to said main support member; said main support member comprising a configurated tube formed with parallel "L"-shaped portions at its opposite ends and a straight interconnecting portion between corresponding one ends of said "L"-shaped portions, for forming a framework upon which said case is placed, an arcuate cross-piece and an elastic back strap between corresponding opposite ends of said "L"-shaped portions, for resting against said person's back; each said leg being pivoted at one end from a right angle corner formed on each said "L"-shaped portion, a hip strap between said legs, a pair of adjustable shoulder straps attached from said arcuate cross-piece to a free opposite end of each said leg, and said case being affixed to said frame by means of flaps.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
FR861216A
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US3292830A
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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) | 1987-07-31 | 1988-01-30 | 1988-07-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-07-31 | 1992-01-30 | 1992-07-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-07-31 | 1996-01-30 | 1996-07-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |