US4693570A
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Sports training apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1986-04-29
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Granted: 1987-09-15
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Expires: 2006-04-29
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus for training athletes comprising a mirror assembly which permits the athlete to view all his body movements. The apparatus comprises a shock resistance mirror assembly including a sheet of clear acrylic material and a sheet of mirrored acrylic material in facing contact which may be variously mounted to permit an athlete a full body view of his image. Two or more mirror assemblies may be joined end to end.
Inventors
- 👤 Ralph W. Kryder
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 19:33
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B24/00; A63B24/0003; A63B69/00; A63B69/12; A63B2225/00; A63B2225/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
118 words
A sports training apparatus comprising: (a) a mirror assembly including a sheet of clear acrylic material and a sheet of mirrored acrylic material in facing contact; (b) a frame extending about the edges of the acrylic sheets, said frame including interlocking channels extending about said frame and integral therewith, said interlocking channels cooperating together for joining at least two mirror assemblies end to end; (c) means for mounting said assembly for use in various sports, and (d) wherein said interlocking channels are formed by a leg member extending outwardly from and substantially perpendicular to a base member of said frame and a clamp member extending from said leg member spaced from and substantially parallel to said base member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
118 words
A sports training apparatus comprising: (a) a mirror assembly including a sheet of clear acrylic material and a sheet of mirrored acrylic material in facing contact; (b) a frame extending about the edges of the acrylic sheets, said frame including interlocking channels extending about said frame and integral therewith, said interlocking channels cooperating together for joining at least two mirror assemblies end to end; (c) means for mounting said assembly for use in various sports, and (d) wherein said interlocking channels are formed by a leg member extending outwardly from and substantially perpendicular to a base member of said frame and a clamp member extending from said leg member spaced from and substantially parallel to said base member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said frame includes flange means for mounting said mirror assembly on a support structure.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said mirror assembly includes a horizontal portion and an oblique portion angled outwardly from said horizontal portion at about 45°.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said mirror assembly is mounted across one end of a bowling lane on vertically extending supports permitting a bowler to view his body movements while bowling.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus of claim 1 including a front surface resistant to the shock of a standard tennis ball hit against said front surface.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
30 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said frame includes oppositely facing locking channels formed by pairs of L-shaped legs, said locking channels extending along the longitudinal length of said frame.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus of claim 6 wherein said locking channels are adapted to receive locking member located at each corner of said mirror assembly.
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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) | 1990-09-14 | 1991-03-16 | 1991-09-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1994-09-14 | 1995-03-16 | 1995-09-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1998-09-14 | 1999-03-16 | 1999-09-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |