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Landscape timber building module
Assignee: Weyerhaeuser Co
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Filing: 1987-10-29
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Granted: 1989-05-30
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Expires: 2007-10-29
Abstract
Abstract A landscape timber building module is constructed preferably from a solid piece of wood with a predetermined length and width. At least two flat opposed, substantially parallel surfaces, have a plurality of uniformly spaced holes extending therethrough. Each end of the module is curved with a radius extending from approximately the centerline of the second hole inwardly from the end. The individual modules are then used, preferably after being treated with a preservative compound, as building elements to form composite landscaping structures. Individual modules are interconnected by the use of pin connectors inserted through aligned holes in the modules.
Inventors
- 👤 Earl D. Hasenwinkle
- 👤 Frank Wislocker
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 14:04
CPC Classifications
E; E02; E02D; E02D29/00; E02D29/02; E02D29/0258; E02D29/0266
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
120 words
A landscape timber building module for use use in constructing landscaping structures which include a plurality of the modules with at least two of the modules in a landscaping structure being in substantial abuttment with one another at two opposed ends comprising: a wood based elongated member of a predetermined length having at least two substantially parallel flat opposed surfaces forming the upper and lower surfaces of the module and each end of the member being rounded so the at least two abutting modules in a landscaping structure can be pivoted relative to each other and a plurality of holes in the module extending through the flat surfaces substantially normal thereto and spaced a predetermined distance from the rounded ends.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
120 words
A landscape timber building module for use use in constructing landscaping structures which include a plurality of the modules with at least two of the modules in a landscaping structure being in substantial abuttment with one another at two opposed ends comprising: a wood based elongated member of a predetermined length having at least two substantially parallel flat opposed surfaces forming the upper and lower surfaces of the module and each end of the member being rounded so the at least two abutting modules in a landscaping structure can be pivoted relative to each other and a plurality of holes in the module extending through the flat surfaces substantially normal thereto and spaced a predetermined distance from the rounded ends.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The module as in claim 1 in which the length is a predetermined multiple of eight inches.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The module as in claim 2 in which the eight inch module has a pair of holes and rounded ends with radii less than longer modules.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
30 words
The module as in claim 1 in which the radii for the rounded ends is about six inches extending outwardly from a location in proximity to the inwardly spaced holes.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
18 words
The module as in claim 1 in which the plurality of holes are uniformly spaced and substantially inline.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
The module as in claim 1 in which the holes are sized to accept a pin connector inserted therein.
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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) | 1992-05-29 | 1992-11-28 | 1993-05-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-05-29 | 1996-11-28 | 1997-05-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-05-29 | 2000-11-28 | 2001-05-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |