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US4574977A
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Drip tray for high chairs
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-02-04
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Granted: 1986-03-11
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Expires: 2003-02-04
Abstract
Abstract A tray of substantially circular form includes a peripheral edge vertically aligned to contain any liquids that may drop thereon. In this form the tray may be used as a drip pan underneath a high chair to trap any spillage that may be incident in the course of feeding a child. The peripheral edge may include a spout along one surface through which collected liquids may be drained and the tray itself may be lined with a removable towel-like cloth which may be periodically cleaned and dried.
Inventors
- 👤 Kurt Ellis
- 👤 Debbie K. Ellis
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 13:39
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47D; A47D15/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
122 words
A drip tray assembly adapted for use subjacent a high chair comprising: a substantially circular, plastic pan of a plan form conformed to receive the legs of said chair having a vertical peripheral edge thereabout for containing any liquids deposited thereon, said peripheral edge including a plurality of attachment means deployed on the interior surface thereof, a spout for draining of liquids and a straight segment for alignment relative a wall; a cloth liner of towel-like wick characteristics conformed for receipt on the interior of said pan and including a plurality of engaging means aligned on the periphery thereof for releasable engagement with said attachment means, whereby any moisture dropped into said pan is absorbed in said liner for convenient removal thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
122 words
A drip tray assembly adapted for use subjacent a high chair comprising: a substantially circular, plastic pan of a plan form conformed to receive the legs of said chair having a vertical peripheral edge thereabout for containing any liquids deposited thereon, said peripheral edge including a plurality of attachment means deployed on the interior surface thereof, a spout for draining of liquids and a straight segment for alignment relative a wall; a cloth liner of towel-like wick characteristics conformed for receipt on the interior of said pan and including a plurality of engaging means aligned on the periphery thereof for releasable engagement with said attachment means, whereby any moisture dropped into said pan is absorbed in said liner for convenient removal thereof.
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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) | 1989-03-10 | 1989-09-09 | 1990-03-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1993-03-10 | 1993-09-09 | 1994-03-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1997-03-10 | 1997-09-09 | 1998-03-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |