US5694750A
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Protective, conditioning, hair enhancement wrap
Assignee: J MITTON & ASSOCIATES Inc
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Filing: 1995-05-03
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Granted: 1997-12-09
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Expires: 2015-05-03
Abstract
Abstract A Wrap used to protect, condition and enhance any hair long enough to be braided. It may be used on an animal's tail or person's head hair. It may be made from various materials and requires no assembly. No tools are used for installation or securing. Proper use by persons of any age should not damage hair. The Wrap is secured initially around hair below the tail bone or scalp. Hair is separated into sections; each section of hair is enclosed in a material strip; each strip is formed into a tube by using closures on its lengthwise edges. The tubes are then braided to the location of bottom securing device. The other tubes are then placed within the tube which has the securing device, and the braid is secured. The same securing device may be used to optionally loop a long tail, using a long Wrap. Swatting fringes, which enable the animal to protect itself from flies, and/or for decoration, may be located anywhere appropriate on the Wrap. Fringes are pulled out of the braid, so that they hang free. Installer may loop a long tail to get it off the ground.
Inventors
- 👤 Deidre Allen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 04:12
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01K; A01K13/00; A01K13/005
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 14
Claim 1
Independent Claim
116 words
A device to wrap and cover hair comprising: A) a plurality of material panels each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments, by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges said material panels.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
116 words
A device to wrap and cover hair comprising: A) a plurality of material panels each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments, by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges said material panels.
Claim 3
Independent Claim
155 words
A device to separate and protect portions of long hair so that they cannot rub one portion upon another comprising: A) a plurality of material panels, each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel, adapted to cover a portion of hair, having lengthwise edge attachments by which to hold lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube, so that these tubes can enclose separate portions of the hair, laid gently within them, without tool, bending or pulling; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be tied around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair add be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels.
Claim 4
Independent Claim
155 words
A device to separate and protect portions of long hair so that they cannot rub one portion upon another comprising: A) a plurality of material panels, each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel, adapted to cover a portion of hair, having lengthwise edge attachments by which to hold lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube, so that these tubes can enclose separate portions of the hair, laid gently within them, without tool, bending or pulling; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be tied around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair add be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels.
Claim 5
Independent Claim
148 words
A device to protect and condition hair, which will remain in place even when the hair is actively swished about, comprising: A) a plurality of material panels, each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edges, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments by which to hold lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube or to open such tube, the tubes, each containing portions of the hair, then braided together firmly; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said tubular shaped material panels.
Claim 6
Independent Claim
148 words
A device to protect and condition hair, which will remain in place even when the hair is actively swished about, comprising: A) a plurality of material panels, each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edges, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments by which to hold lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube or to open such tube, the tubes, each containing portions of the hair, then braided together firmly; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said tubular shaped material panels.
Claim 7
Independent Claim
181 words
A device to protect and condition hair in which a treatment may be applied to portions or all of the hair and left in place without affecting other portions or attracting dust and debris, comprising: A) a plurality of material panels each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments, by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube, which tubes together adapted to enclose all or a portion of the hair below a tail bone or scalp; C) top edges of the material panels strong together to be attached around hair to partially close off and reduce the diameter of the top edges so attached; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels so that no enclosed hair is exposed.
Claim 8
Independent Claim
181 words
A device to protect and condition hair in which a treatment may be applied to portions or all of the hair and left in place without affecting other portions or attracting dust and debris, comprising: A) a plurality of material panels each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments, by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube, which tubes together adapted to enclose all or a portion of the hair below a tail bone or scalp; C) top edges of the material panels strong together to be attached around hair to partially close off and reduce the diameter of the top edges so attached; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels so that no enclosed hair is exposed.
Claim 9
Independent Claim
141 words
A device which, while protecting hair, will not absorb moisture, natural oils, or applied conditioner or treatment, comprising: A) a plurality of panels of any appropriate material, especially material which is non-absorbent and non-abrasive, comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments, by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube or to open such tube; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels.
Claim 10
Independent Claim
141 words
A device which, while protecting hair, will not absorb moisture, natural oils, or applied conditioner or treatment, comprising: A) a plurality of panels of any appropriate material, especially material which is non-absorbent and non-abrasive, comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments, by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube or to open such tube; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels.
Claim 11
Independent Claim
144 words
A device for protecting tail hair of an animal while allowing it to effectively swat flies, and which may be used for decoration, comprising: A) a plurality of material panels each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels; F) one or a plurality of swatting fringes on said panels.
Claim 12
Independent Claim
144 words
A device for protecting tail hair of an animal while allowing it to effectively swat flies, and which may be used for decoration, comprising: A) a plurality of material panels each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels; F) one or a plurality of swatting fringes on said panels.
Claim 13
Independent Claim
150 words
A device adapted to be installed as a closure over hair to be protected, by means of a top band which may be a sleeve containing a drawstring, elastic, or other device or band form, comprising: A) a plurality of material panels each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments, by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube or to open such tube; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels.
Claim 14
Independent Claim
150 words
A device adapted to be installed as a closure over hair to be protected, by means of a top band which may be a sleeve containing a drawstring, elastic, or other device or band form, comprising: A) a plurality of material panels each comprising: (i) a top edge, (ii) a bottom edge substantially parallel to said top edge, and (iii) two lengthwise edges; B) each panel having lengthwise edge attachments, by which to hold the lengthwise edges together to form each material panel into a tube or to open such tube; C) top edges of the material panels being strung together and adapted to be attached around hair; D) a strap upon which the top edges are strung, of sufficient length to encircle the hair and be secured; E) a means to attach end portions of the bottom edges together to close and secure bottom edges of said material panels.
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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) | 2000-12-08 | 2001-06-09 | 2001-12-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2004-12-08 | 2005-06-09 | 2005-12-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2008-12-08 | 2009-06-09 | 2009-12-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |