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Swimming harness
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-07-11
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Granted: 1985-06-25
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Expires: 2003-07-11
Abstract
Abstract A swimming harness for holding a swimmer at a selected location in a swimming pool, yet giving the swimmer freedom of swimming movement. The swimming harness comprises an elongated member, the inner end of which is attached to a fixed exterior object and the outer end of which is connected to a belt which is to be located about the waist of the swimmer. A resilient section is located between the inner and outer ends of the members to provide a limited amount of stretching movement.
Inventors
- 👤 David P. Ashrow
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 02:06
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
144 words
A swimming harness for holding a swimmer in a selected location in a swimming pool yet giving the swimmer freedom of swimming movement, said swimming harness comprising: an elongated integral member having an inner end and an outer end, said elongated member being tubular defining an internal chamber, said elongated member comprising a cord, said elongated member including resilient means to permit a limited amount of stretching said elongated member, said resilient means comprising a mass of knots formed within said cord as well as the partial collapsing of said internal chamber during stretching of said cord, said mass of knots comprise a plurality of overlapping knots which are loosely knotted, said inner end adapted to be attached to an exterior fixed object; and a belt adapted to be located about the waist of the swimmer, said belt being attached to said outer end.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
144 words
A swimming harness for holding a swimmer in a selected location in a swimming pool yet giving the swimmer freedom of swimming movement, said swimming harness comprising: an elongated integral member having an inner end and an outer end, said elongated member being tubular defining an internal chamber, said elongated member comprising a cord, said elongated member including resilient means to permit a limited amount of stretching said elongated member, said resilient means comprising a mass of knots formed within said cord as well as the partial collapsing of said internal chamber during stretching of said cord, said mass of knots comprise a plurality of overlapping knots which are loosely knotted, said inner end adapted to be attached to an exterior fixed object; and a belt adapted to be located about the waist of the swimmer, said belt being attached to said outer end.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
The swimming harness as defined in claim 1 wherein: said belt being loosely located about the waist of the swimmer and held in position only by frictional movement.
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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) | 1988-06-24 | 1988-12-24 | 1989-06-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-06-24 | 1992-12-24 | 1993-06-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-06-24 | 1996-12-24 | 1997-06-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |