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Three-tired vehicle carrier
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-05-27
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Granted: 1987-10-20
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Expires: 2003-05-27
Abstract
Abstract A three-wheeled vehicle carrier defined by framework selectively secured to the rear end of a carrying vehicle, such as a conventional automobile, in an overlying relationship with respect to the trunk of the latter. The carrier is positively placed, largely due to the gravitational weight of the three-wheeled vehicle on the rear portion of the framework, where additional positioning straps, as around the front axle of the three-wheeled vehicle and around the pedals/pedal axles of the latter serve further auxiliary placement purposes. The carrier affords a convenience not available heretofore in three-wheeled vehicle transporting, i.e. obviates the necessity of using either a separate and/or specialized wheeled carrying unit/vehicle.
Inventors
- 👤 William A. Young
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 21:13
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R9/00; B60R9/08; B60R9/10; B60R9/06; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S224/00; Y10S224/924
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
139 words
A three-tired vehicle carrier comprising, in combination with the rear deck of an automobile having a chassis, a framework mounting said three-tired vehicle in a transporting position including a first portion selectively and releasably secured to the undersurface of said chassis of said automobile and a second portion overlying said rear deck of said automobile in a spaced apart relationship, said framework being defined by longitudinally disposed frame members in a receiving trough relationship with the front tire of said three-tired vehicle and including a member interconnecting said frame members in a selectively abutting relationship with said front tire, and lateral members extending outwardly from both sides of said frame members adapted to receive the rear tires of said three-tired vehicle in a movement blocking relationship, whereby said arrangement serves to stabilize said three-tired vehicle in said transporting position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
139 words
A three-tired vehicle carrier comprising, in combination with the rear deck of an automobile having a chassis, a framework mounting said three-tired vehicle in a transporting position including a first portion selectively and releasably secured to the undersurface of said chassis of said automobile and a second portion overlying said rear deck of said automobile in a spaced apart relationship, said framework being defined by longitudinally disposed frame members in a receiving trough relationship with the front tire of said three-tired vehicle and including a member interconnecting said frame members in a selectively abutting relationship with said front tire, and lateral members extending outwardly from both sides of said frame members adapted to receive the rear tires of said three-tired vehicle in a movement blocking relationship, whereby said arrangement serves to stabilize said three-tired vehicle in said transporting position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
The three-tired vehicle carrier of claim 1 where said framework includes auxiliary means selectively securing portions of said three-tired vehicle in said transporting position.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
The three-tired vehicle carrier of claim 1 where portions of said frame members defining said second portion are inclined rearwardly and downwardly, blending into said first portion secured to said undersurface of said chassis.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
13 words
The three-tired vehicle carrier of claim 2 where said fastening means are straps.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
The three-tired vehicle carrier of claim 1 where pin means selectively and releasably secure said first portion of said framework to said undersurface of said chassis.
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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) | 1990-10-19 | 1991-04-20 | 1991-10-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1994-10-19 | 1995-04-20 | 1995-10-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1998-10-19 | 1999-04-20 | 1999-10-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |