US4557215A
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Device for indicating the current score when participating in sport
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-10-06
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Granted: 1985-12-10
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Expires: 2003-10-06
Abstract
Abstract A counting device to indicate a current score and intended to be worn by an individual participating in a sport. The device comprises annular indicator organs (1,2) provided with symbols (5) to indicate the score and an organ (7) with a read-off point (15). The indicator organs can be moved in relation to the read-off point so that different symbols can be advanced to that position. The main part of the device consists of soft, flexible material, preferably being some form of textile material. The device thus forms a soft, flexible, annular loop having a circumference such that it may be worn around the wrist, for example.
Inventors
- 👤 Bengt Petersson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 08:58
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B71/00; A63B71/06; A63B71/0619; A63B71/0669; A63B71/0672; A63B2071/0658; A63B2071/0661; A63B2071/0663; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S273/00; Y10S273/26
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
187 words
A device to be worn by an individual participating in sport, athletics or other physical activity for indicating a current score or similar information, comprising a main part of a soft, flexible, moisture-absorbent material serving as a sweat-band in the form of an annular loop having a circumference, and to be worn around a part of the body of the individual, said sweat-band including a backing layer, a covering layer, and at least one read-off window affixed to said covering layer, a number of annular indicator bands disposed between the backing layer and the covering layer over a portion of their length, said number of indicator bands corresponding to the number of read-off windows and provided with a number of symbols for indicating the score, said indicator bands being movable in relation to the read-off windows so that different symbols can be advanced to a position so as to be viewable through the respective read-off window, said covering layer being open at two locations for exposing the indicator bands over a distance allowing gripping of the bands for moving said indicator bands relative to the read-off windows.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
187 words
A device to be worn by an individual participating in sport, athletics or other physical activity for indicating a current score or similar information, comprising a main part of a soft, flexible, moisture-absorbent material serving as a sweat-band in the form of an annular loop having a circumference, and to be worn around a part of the body of the individual, said sweat-band including a backing layer, a covering layer, and at least one read-off window affixed to said covering layer, a number of annular indicator bands disposed between the backing layer and the covering layer over a portion of their length, said number of indicator bands corresponding to the number of read-off windows and provided with a number of symbols for indicating the score, said indicator bands being movable in relation to the read-off windows so that different symbols can be advanced to a position so as to be viewable through the respective read-off window, said covering layer being open at two locations for exposing the indicator bands over a distance allowing gripping of the bands for moving said indicator bands relative to the read-off windows.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
93 words
A device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the number of indicator bands and read-off windows is two, the read-off windows being provided in a piece common to both indicator bands, said piece being stitched to said main part along two edges thereof and centrally between the indicator bands, the indicator bands being located side by side in the main part, the indicator bands being of elasticated material, and a central seam defining channels for the indicator bands in the main part and which runs between the two layers of the main part.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
89 words
A device as claimed in claim 2, wherein one of the indicator bands displays points, game, or set positions of one of two players, and the other indicator band displays a corresponding position of the other player, the symbols displayed on each indicator band showing in sequence initially each points position 0, 15, 30 . . . , followed by a continuous numerical sequence, such as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 . . . , representing either tie breaker points or game or set positions for the respective player.
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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) | 1988-12-09 | 1989-06-10 | 1989-12-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-12-09 | 1993-06-10 | 1993-12-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-12-09 | 1997-06-10 | 1997-12-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |