US5482358A
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Vented plug for a hubcap
Assignee: Dual Dynamics Inc
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Filing: 1994-08-25
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Granted: 1996-01-09
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Expires: 2014-08-25
Abstract
Abstract A vented plug for a hubcap is disclosed and is comprised of a rubber, elastomer or Neophrene™ material having an insert molded therein with the insert being impervious to water and other contaminants so that water and other contaminants may not enter the interior of the hubcap but which permits the passage of air therethrough so that excessive pressure within the hubcap may be vented.
Inventors
- 👤 Scott M. Kuck
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 22:35
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60B; B60B7/00; B60B7/0013; B60B7/002
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
73 words
A plug for a hubcap having an opening formed therein which removably receives the plug, comprising: said plug having an insert embedded therein which is comprised of a metal material which is impervious to water and other contaminants but which permits the passage of air therethrough to permit the venting of excess pressure from within the hubcap; said insert including an inner end, an outer end, and an enlarged body portion positioned therebetween.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
73 words
A plug for a hubcap having an opening formed therein which removably receives the plug, comprising: said plug having an insert embedded therein which is comprised of a metal material which is impervious to water and other contaminants but which permits the passage of air therethrough to permit the venting of excess pressure from within the hubcap; said insert including an inner end, an outer end, and an enlarged body portion positioned therebetween.
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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) | 1999-01-08 | 1999-07-10 | 2000-01-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2003-01-08 | 2003-07-10 | 2004-01-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2007-01-08 | 2007-07-10 | 2008-01-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |