US4840309A
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Traction mat
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1988-02-29
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Granted: 1989-06-20
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Expires: 2008-02-29
Abstract
Abstract A mat for providing traction between a vehicle wheel and a slippery road surface including a planar shaped rubber member providing with integrally molded downwardly extending cleats for engaging the road surface and an upper layer of carpet for frictional engagement by the vehicle wheel. The mat layer includes a retractable handle disposed within a recess formed in the member, the handle extending in a direction transverse to the direction of wheel travel for assisting the user in positioning the mat.
Inventors
- 👤 Gaspare Teresi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 10:41
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60B; B60B39/00; B60B39/02; B60B39/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
110 words
A traction mat for a vehicle wheel comprising: (a) a planar shaped member including upper and lower surfaces; (b) a plurality of spaced traction cleats extending from the lower surface of the member for engaging a slippery road surface; (c) the member and cleats being integrally formed from a moldable material; (d) an elongate recess molded within the member, the longitudinal axis of the recess being disposed transverse to a given direction of wheel travel when the mat is disposed in a position of use; and (e) an elongate handle coaxially supported within the recess for free slidable movement and disposable in positions of retraction and extension with respect thereto.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
110 words
A traction mat for a vehicle wheel comprising: (a) a planar shaped member including upper and lower surfaces; (b) a plurality of spaced traction cleats extending from the lower surface of the member for engaging a slippery road surface; (c) the member and cleats being integrally formed from a moldable material; (d) an elongate recess molded within the member, the longitudinal axis of the recess being disposed transverse to a given direction of wheel travel when the mat is disposed in a position of use; and (e) an elongate handle coaxially supported within the recess for free slidable movement and disposable in positions of retraction and extension with respect thereto.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The mat of claim 1 further including a layer of carpet secured to the upper surface of the planar member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
The mat of claim 2 wherein the planar member includes peripheral edges defining a rectangular configuration and the carpet includes peripheral edges that are substantially coextensive with the peripheral edges of the planar member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
11 words
The mat of claim 1 wherein the moldable material is rubber.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
44 words
The mat of claim 1 wherein the recess and shaft are each of a cylindrical configuration, and further including a piston carried at one end of the shaft and disposed within the recess, and a washer coaxially supporting the shaft for free slidable movement.
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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) | 1992-06-19 | 1992-12-19 | 1993-06-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-06-19 | 1996-12-19 | 1997-06-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-06-19 | 2000-12-19 | 2001-06-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |