US4681012A
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Drummer's glove
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1986-08-18
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Granted: 1987-07-21
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Expires: 2006-08-18
Abstract
Abstract A percussion appliance for application to the hand or finger of a drummer in the form of a glove having hard surfaces on the palm side of the fingers extending down to the palm or an individual elongate plate fastened to one or more fingers on the palm side extending from the top of the finger palm crease. A resilient material may be interposed between the percussion surface an the finger to absorb the shock of the percussion use.
Inventors
- 👤 Michael J. Stelma
- 👤 Paul R. Dehem
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 08:54
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10D; G10D13/00; G10D13/10; G10D13/12; G10D13/01; G10D13/02; G10D13/06; G10D13/063
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
97 words
In combination, a percussion surface in the form of a cymbal, acoustical or synthesized drum to be struck in a timed or rhythmic sequence, and a finger appliance for a percussionist which comprises a dense, hard plate having a rounded contour at the edges and the digital end to be aligned on the palm side of one or more fingers of the percussionist extending from the tip of the finger to the region adjacent the palm, and means to secure each said plate firmly to the finger in a manner to prevent articulation of the finger joints.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
97 words
In combination, a percussion surface in the form of a cymbal, acoustical or synthesized drum to be struck in a timed or rhythmic sequence, and a finger appliance for a percussionist which comprises a dense, hard plate having a rounded contour at the edges and the digital end to be aligned on the palm side of one or more fingers of the percussionist extending from the tip of the finger to the region adjacent the palm, and means to secure each said plate firmly to the finger in a manner to prevent articulation of the finger joints.
Claim 3
Independent Claim
108 words
A method of producing percussion sounds by performing on percussion instruments in the form of a cymbal, acoustical or synthesized drums in a musical ensemble which comprises: (a) providing a surface of a percussion instrument, (b) providing an accessory on the palm side of one or more fingers of a hand of a percussion player in the form of a dense, stiff, hard plate extending from the finger tip to a region adjacent the palm in a manner to prevent articulation of the finger joints, and (c) utilizing said accessory to strike the surface of a percussion instrument in rhythmic patterns to provide accompaniment for a musical performance.
Claim 4
Independent Claim
108 words
A method of producing percussion sounds by performing on percussion instruments in the form of a cymbal, acoustical or synthesized drums in a musical ensemble which comprises: (a) providing a surface of a percussion instrument, (b) providing an accessory on the palm side of one or more fingers of a hand of a percussion player in the form of a dense, stiff, hard plate extending from the finger tip to a region adjacent the palm in a manner to prevent articulation of the finger joints, and (c) utilizing said accessory to strike the surface of a percussion instrument in rhythmic patterns to provide accompaniment for a musical performance.
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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) | 1990-07-20 | 1991-01-19 | 1991-07-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1994-07-20 | 1995-01-19 | 1995-07-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1998-07-20 | 1999-01-19 | 1999-07-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |