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Hubcap with vent
Assignee: Dual Dynamics Inc
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Filing: 1992-01-13
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Granted: 1993-03-09
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Expires: 2012-01-13
Abstract
Abstract A hubcap for a wheel is disclosed and is comprised of a generally cup-shaped member adapted to be secured to a wheel to prevent contaminants from entering the wheel bearing. The hubcap has a vent opening formed therein which has a cylindrical plug inserted thereinto and which is comprised of a bronze powder material. The cylindrical plug is impervious to water and other contaminants so that the water and other contaminants may not enter the interior of the hub cap. The cylindrical plug does permit the passage of air therethrough so that excessive pressure within the hubcap may be vented.
Inventors
- 👤 Gary L. Kuck
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 23:03
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60B; B60B7/00; B60B7/0013; B60B7/002; F; F16; F16C; F16C33/00; F16C33/72; F16C33/726
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
82 words
A hubcap for a wheel comprising, a generally cup-shaped member adapted to be secured to a wheel to prevent contaminants from entering the wheel bearings of the wheel, said cup-shaped member having a vent opening formed therein, and a plug means comprised of a bronze powder material cast into a cylindrical shape and press-fitted into said vent opening which permits the continuous passage of air therethrough to vent the wheel bearings but which prevents the passage of water and other contaminants therethrough.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
82 words
A hubcap for a wheel comprising, a generally cup-shaped member adapted to be secured to a wheel to prevent contaminants from entering the wheel bearings of the wheel, said cup-shaped member having a vent opening formed therein, and a plug means comprised of a bronze powder material cast into a cylindrical shape and press-fitted into said vent opening which permits the continuous passage of air therethrough to vent the wheel bearings but which prevents the passage of water and other contaminants therethrough.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
The hubcap of claim 1 wherein said plug means is comprised of a spherical bronze material.
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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) | 1996-03-08 | 1996-09-07 | 1997-03-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2000-03-08 | 2000-09-07 | 2001-03-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2004-03-08 | 2004-09-07 | 2005-03-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |