US4667624A
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Safety harness for children
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1986-04-17
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Granted: 1987-05-26
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Expires: 2006-04-17
Abstract
Abstract A harness is disclosed that joins a child to a companion by means of an inelastic strap. The strap is joined at one end by a snap hook to one of a plurality of rings spaced along an adult's waistband. At the other end, the strap has a snap hook that connects to a pair of rings each connected to a respective one of a pair of crossing shoulder straps on a child's harness. The shoulder straps are attached to a waistband having a clasp to be positioned at the rear of the child and the straps cross across the back of the child. The harness, waistband and strap are all formed of a woven fabric.
Inventors
- 👤 Dorothy Smith
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 02:00
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47D; A47D13/00; A47D13/08; A47D13/086; A01; A01K; A01K27/00; A01K27/002; A01K27/003; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S119/00; Y10S119/907
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
171 words
A safety harness for children, comprising: an adjustable length belt for attachment about the waist of an adult, said belt including a clasp, a flexible strip disposed along the length of the belt and secured to the belt at spaced points, and a plurality of rigid rings spaced along the belt with each ring being attached about the flexible strip between adjacent points of securement; a harness for attachment about the upper torso of a child, said harness including shoulder straps that cross at the back of the child, a waistband with a clasp located at the back of the child, and a rigid ring attached to each of the crossed shoulder straps, said shoulder straps and waistband being each adjustable in length; and a connecting strap releasably attached at its ends to the two rings of the shoulder straps of the harness and to one of the rings of the belt, said connecting strap being adjustable in length and having snap hooks at each end for attachment to the rings.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
171 words
A safety harness for children, comprising: an adjustable length belt for attachment about the waist of an adult, said belt including a clasp, a flexible strip disposed along the length of the belt and secured to the belt at spaced points, and a plurality of rigid rings spaced along the belt with each ring being attached about the flexible strip between adjacent points of securement; a harness for attachment about the upper torso of a child, said harness including shoulder straps that cross at the back of the child, a waistband with a clasp located at the back of the child, and a rigid ring attached to each of the crossed shoulder straps, said shoulder straps and waistband being each adjustable in length; and a connecting strap releasably attached at its ends to the two rings of the shoulder straps of the harness and to one of the rings of the belt, said connecting strap being adjustable in length and having snap hooks at each end for attachment to the rings.
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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) | 1990-05-25 | 1990-11-24 | 1991-05-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1994-05-25 | 1994-11-24 | 1995-05-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1998-05-25 | 1998-11-24 | 1999-05-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |