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Infant harness or the like
Assignee: AMERICAN BAG Co
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Filing: 1986-09-08
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Granted: 1987-05-19
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Expires: 2006-09-08
Abstract
Abstract A child safety harness is provided having a waistband, a backpiece, a pair of shoulder straps and a tether. The shoulder straps are secured at one end to the waistband and at the opposite end to the backpiece. When fitting the safety harness on a child the waistband is extended around the waist so that its free ends are behind the child. The shoulder straps are pulled over the shoulders and downwardly across the back so that the back piece is in alignment with the waistband. The free ends of the waistband can then be releasably secured to the backpiece effectively securing the child safety harness on the child.
Inventors
- 👤 Donald A. Zimmerman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 12:18
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47D; A47D13/00; A47D13/08; A47D13/086
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
107 words
A child safety harness comprising: a waistband having two free ends; a backpiece for receiving and securing the free ends of said waistband so as to secure the same about the waist of a child; means for securing the free ends of said waistband to said backpiece; a pair of shoulder straps adapted to extend over the shoulders of a child secured at one end to said waistband and at the opposite end to said backpiece; and a tether secured at one end to said backpiece whereby means are provided for controlling the child while at the same time allowing the child a comfortable range of movement.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
107 words
A child safety harness comprising: a waistband having two free ends; a backpiece for receiving and securing the free ends of said waistband so as to secure the same about the waist of a child; means for securing the free ends of said waistband to said backpiece; a pair of shoulder straps adapted to extend over the shoulders of a child secured at one end to said waistband and at the opposite end to said backpiece; and a tether secured at one end to said backpiece whereby means are provided for controlling the child while at the same time allowing the child a comfortable range of movement.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The child safety harness of claim 1 wherein said securing means is a hook and loop type fastener.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The child safety harness of claim 1 further including means for adjusting the length of the shoulder straps.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The child safety harness of claim 1 wherein said tether has a loop formed in the end opposite the end secured to said backpiece.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
The child safety harness of claim 1 wherein said shoulder straps are spaced apart at said waistband and converge towards said backpiece.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
The child safety harness of claim 1 wherein said waistband, shoulder straps, backpiece, and tether are constructed by a highly visible webbing-type material.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
15 words
The child safety harness of claim 6 wherein said webbing-type material is a polypropylene webbing.
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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) | 1990-05-18 | 1990-11-17 | 1991-05-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1994-05-18 | 1994-11-17 | 1995-05-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1998-05-18 | 1998-11-17 | 1999-05-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |