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Apparatus for aiding in learning correct penmanship
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1987-10-05
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Granted: 1989-07-11
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Expires: 2007-10-05
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus for attachment to a pen or pencil to aid a student of penmanship and to assist that student in leaning the proper position of the student's fingers on an associated pen or pencil which includes a sleeve dimensioned and configured for engaging the forefinger and apparatus for securing the sleeve to the associated pen or pencil.
Inventors
- 👤 Cynthia J. Campbell
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 21:03
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09B; G09B11/00; G09B11/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
134 words
An attachment for a pen or pencil to aid a student of penmanship and to assist that student in learning the proper position of the students fingers on an associated pen or pencil which comprises: a first sleeve dimensioned and configured for engaging the forefinger intermediate the tip and the joint thereof nearest the tip of the forefinger; and means for securing said first sleeve to the associated pen or pencil, said first sleeve has a geometric axis and the associated pen or pencil has a geometric axis, said means for securing orienting the respective axes in oblique relationship, said means for securing said first sleeve to the associated pen or pencil includes a second sleeve having a tab extending in a generally axial direction, said said second sleeve being fixed to said tab.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
134 words
An attachment for a pen or pencil to aid a student of penmanship and to assist that student in learning the proper position of the students fingers on an associated pen or pencil which comprises: a first sleeve dimensioned and configured for engaging the forefinger intermediate the tip and the joint thereof nearest the tip of the forefinger; and means for securing said first sleeve to the associated pen or pencil, said first sleeve has a geometric axis and the associated pen or pencil has a geometric axis, said means for securing orienting the respective axes in oblique relationship, said means for securing said first sleeve to the associated pen or pencil includes a second sleeve having a tab extending in a generally axial direction, said said second sleeve being fixed to said tab.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
135 words
An attachment for a pen or pencil to aid a student of penmanship and to assist that student in learning the proper position of the students fingers on an associated pen or pencil which comprises: a first sleeve dimensioned and configured for engaging the forefinger intermediate the tip and the joint thereof nearest the tip of the forefinger; and means for securing said first sleeve to the associated pen or pencil, said first sleeve has a geometric axis and the associated pen or pencil has a geometric axis, said means for securing orienting the respective axes in oblique relationship, said means for securing said first sleeve to the associated pen or pencil includes a second sleeve having a tab extending in a generally axial direction, said said second sleeve being pivotally mounted to said tab.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
135 words
An attachment for a pen or pencil to aid a student of penmanship and to assist that student in learning the proper position of the students fingers on an associated pen or pencil which comprises: a first sleeve dimensioned and configured for engaging the forefinger intermediate the tip and the joint thereof nearest the tip of the forefinger; and means for securing said first sleeve to the associated pen or pencil, said first sleeve has a geometric axis and the associated pen or pencil has a geometric axis, said means for securing orienting the respective axes in oblique relationship, said means for securing said first sleeve to the associated pen or pencil includes a second sleeve having a tab extending in a generally axial direction, said said second sleeve being pivotally mounted to said tab.
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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) | 1992-07-10 | 1993-01-09 | 1993-07-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-07-10 | 1997-01-09 | 1997-07-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-07-10 | 2001-01-09 | 2001-07-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |