US4482196A
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Appliance caddy
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-04-25
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Granted: 1984-11-13
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Expires: 2003-04-25
Abstract
Abstract A Structure for supporting household appliances includes a cantilever arm pivotally mounted to a wall or other support, a platform rotatably mounted to the end of the arm, electrical hardware providing electrical outlets on or in the platform, and means to limit the rotation of the platform on the arm to less than 360°.
Inventors
- 👤 John Wolens
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 12:56
CPC Classifications
H; H02; H02G; H02G3/00; H02G3/02; H02G3/04; H02G3/0462; H02G3/0481; H02G3/08; H02G3/086; H02G3/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
106 words
An apparatus for supporting small appliances comprising: a cantilever arm having a base portion adapted for pivotal movement when mounted to a support structure, and an end portion pivotally connected to said base portion; a platform rotatably mounted to the end portion of said cantilever arm and including at least one electrical receptacle; an electrical conductor housed within said cantilever arm, one end of said conductor terminating at said receptacle and the other end extending from the base portion of the cantilever arm and terminating in an electrical plug; and means for limiting the rotation of said platform on said cantilever arm to less than 360°.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
106 words
An apparatus for supporting small appliances comprising: a cantilever arm having a base portion adapted for pivotal movement when mounted to a support structure, and an end portion pivotally connected to said base portion; a platform rotatably mounted to the end portion of said cantilever arm and including at least one electrical receptacle; an electrical conductor housed within said cantilever arm, one end of said conductor terminating at said receptacle and the other end extending from the base portion of the cantilever arm and terminating in an electrical plug; and means for limiting the rotation of said platform on said cantilever arm to less than 360°.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said base and end portions are generally U-shaped and together form a generally vertical mid-portion of said cantilever arm, said mid-portion comprising a mechanical stop to prevent unrestricted rotation of said platform.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said platform includes a bottom housing and a removable upper support surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said end portion includes an upstanding extremity which is joined to the central portion of said platform by means of a rotatable connection.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said rotation limiting means comprises a portion of said cantilever arm which mechanically restricts rotation of said platform.
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) | 1987-11-13 | 1988-05-14 | 1988-11-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-11-13 | 1992-05-14 | 1992-11-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-11-13 | 1996-05-14 | 1996-11-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |