US4733776A
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Protective device for remote control unit
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1985-07-08
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Granted: 1988-03-29
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Expires: 2005-07-08
Abstract
Abstract A protective device for a remote control unit includes a resilient, deformable foam panel provided with an arcuate curvature about a central axis, in channel-like fashion. A flexible, transparent elastic member is adapted to extend across the channel opening, with a remote control device disposed within the channel opening. Hook or loop fastener patches are secured to opposed edges of the transparent member and are engageable with like loop or hook fastener patches secured to the outer peripheral surface of the foam panel, so that the transparent member applies tension to the opposed sides of the channel opening and frictionally retains the remote control unit therein. The elasticity of the transparent member permits operation of the pushbuttons of the remote unit, while the foam material cushions the unit and prevents damage from casual impact or falling. Further hook and loop patches may be joined to the outer surface to secure the remote control unit to a table surface or a remote, childproof location.
Inventors
- 👤 Keith Ward
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 22:57
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01H; H01H9/00; H01H9/02; H01H9/0214; H01H9/0235; H01H9/0242; H03; H03J; H03J9/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
157 words
A protective device for an electronic apparatus having pressure responsive, manually actuatable controls, comprising; a housing assembly incuding a continuous curved sidewall defining a cavity therein dimensioned to receive the apparatus, said sidewall formed of resilient, shock absorbing material and dimensioned to substantially circumscribe and enclose the apparatus; means for enabling manual access to and manipulation of the controls portion of the apparatus directly through a closed portion of the housing assembly, including an opening extending from the cavity to the exterior of said housing and adapted to be disposed in general registration with the controls portion of the apparatus, a transparent web member adapted to be secured across said opening, means for releasably securing said web member across said opening, said web member being formed of elastic, deformable material sufficiently pliable to permit manual impingement on the controls portion of the electronic apparatus directly through said web member to effect actuation of the controls portion thereby.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
157 words
A protective device for an electronic apparatus having pressure responsive, manually actuatable controls, comprising; a housing assembly incuding a continuous curved sidewall defining a cavity therein dimensioned to receive the apparatus, said sidewall formed of resilient, shock absorbing material and dimensioned to substantially circumscribe and enclose the apparatus; means for enabling manual access to and manipulation of the controls portion of the apparatus directly through a closed portion of the housing assembly, including an opening extending from the cavity to the exterior of said housing and adapted to be disposed in general registration with the controls portion of the apparatus, a transparent web member adapted to be secured across said opening, means for releasably securing said web member across said opening, said web member being formed of elastic, deformable material sufficiently pliable to permit manual impingement on the controls portion of the electronic apparatus directly through said web member to effect actuation of the controls portion thereby.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
169 words
A protective device for an electronic control apparatus having a control panel responsive to manual pressure, including; a housing assembly, said housing assembly including a curved, continuous sidewall member formed of resilient, shock absorbing material, said curved sidewall defining a longitudinally extending, open-ended sleeve adapted to substantially circumscribe the apparatus; a slot opening formed in said sidewall and extending longitudinally therein; means for permitting visualization and actuation of the control panel of the apparatus, including a transparent web member adapted to be secured across said slot opening in general registration with the control panel of the apparatus; and means for releasably securing said web member across said opening under tension to draw together the opposed sides of said slot opening to contract said sleeve and compressively engage and retain the apparatus within the housing assembly, said transparent web member formed of resilient, elastic material to transmit manual pressure directly therethrough to effect actuation of the control panel of said apparatus when said web member is secured across said opening.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
169 words
A protective device for an electronic control apparatus having a control panel responsive to manual pressure, including; a housing assembly, said housing assembly including a curved, continuous sidewall member formed of resilient, shock absorbing material, said curved sidewall defining a longitudinally extending, open-ended sleeve adapted to substantially circumscribe the apparatus; a slot opening formed in said sidewall and extending longitudinally therein; means for permitting visualization and actuation of the control panel of the apparatus, including a transparent web member adapted to be secured across said slot opening in general registration with the control panel of the apparatus; and means for releasably securing said web member across said opening under tension to draw together the opposed sides of said slot opening to contract said sleeve and compressively engage and retain the apparatus within the housing assembly, said transparent web member formed of resilient, elastic material to transmit manual pressure directly therethrough to effect actuation of the control panel of said apparatus when said web member is secured across said opening.
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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) | 1991-03-29 | 1991-09-28 | 1992-03-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1995-03-29 | 1995-09-28 | 1996-03-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1999-03-29 | 1999-09-28 | 2000-03-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |