US4936480A
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Fisherman's basket
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1988-12-02
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Granted: 1990-06-26
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Expires: 2008-12-02
Abstract
Abstract This fisherman's basket is designed to be supported on a bicycle rack of an automobile, so as to store bait, fish, meat and other articles that may be odorous and not desired in the interior of the automobile. Primarily, it consists of a frame with wire mesh openings that provide for ventilation of the interior of the basket. A ventilated cover is also provided that can be locked, and apertures are provided through the frame of the basket for receiving the bicycle support arms of the bicycle rack mounted on the automobile.
Inventors
- 👤 Mauricio C. Apostolo
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 23:03
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R9/00; B60R9/06; B60R9/065; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S224/00; Y10S224/924
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
155 words
A fisherman's basket which comprises: a frame, having openings provided through said frame, for removably receiving a pair of support arms of a bicycle supporting rack attached to an automotive vehicle; mesh screens secured in said frame, providing ventilation for contents of said basket; and means attached to said frame for securing said frame to said bicycle supporting rack, wherein a pair of openings are spaced apart from each other and are through top portions of a front wall and a rear wall of said basket, and the openings freely receive said pair of arms of said rack, and said arms support said basket in elevation behind said automotive vehicle, wherein said means attached to said frame for securing said frame to said bicycle supporting rack is a strap which can be tied to said rack whereby said fisherman's basket is prevented from dislodging from said rack and when said automotive vehicle is in motion.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
155 words
A fisherman's basket which comprises: a frame, having openings provided through said frame, for removably receiving a pair of support arms of a bicycle supporting rack attached to an automotive vehicle; mesh screens secured in said frame, providing ventilation for contents of said basket; and means attached to said frame for securing said frame to said bicycle supporting rack, wherein a pair of openings are spaced apart from each other and are through top portions of a front wall and a rear wall of said basket, and the openings freely receive said pair of arms of said rack, and said arms support said basket in elevation behind said automotive vehicle, wherein said means attached to said frame for securing said frame to said bicycle supporting rack is a strap which can be tied to said rack whereby said fisherman's basket is prevented from dislodging from said rack and when said automotive vehicle is in motion.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1993-06-25 | 1993-12-25 | 1994-06-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1997-06-25 | 1997-12-25 | 1998-06-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2001-06-25 | 2001-12-25 | 2002-06-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |