US5961180A
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Juvenile carrier with adjustable handle assembly
Assignee: Graco Childrens Products Inc
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Filing: 1997-09-10
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Granted: 1999-10-05
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Expires: 2017-09-10
Abstract
Abstract Disclosed is a juvenile carrier including a frame including a seating portion for receiving a juvenile and a locking member receiving portion, a circular locking member adapted to engage the locking member receiving portion, a handle rotatably connected to the frame, and a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle. Also disclosed is a adjustable handle assembly including a rotatable handle, a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle, and a circular locking member disposed proximate to the handle actuator. The handle actuator is adapted to engage and move the circular locking member in an axial direction to allow the handle to be adjusted to and locked in a plurality of rotational positions. Also, the circular locking member includes a plurality of teeth disposed about its circumference and is adapted to engage the handle and the locking member to selectively lock the handle in several distinct rotational positions.
Inventors
- 👤 Jeff G. Greger
- 👤 Robert T. Pike
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 15:56
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47D; A47D13/00; A47D13/02; A47D13/025; A47D13/027
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 27
Claim 1
Independent Claim
132 words
A juvenile carrier comprising: a frame including a seating portion for receiving a juvenile and a locking member receiving portion; a locking member adapted to engage the locking member receiving portion, the locking member comprises a cylindrical portion and includes a plurality of teeth including at least one key tooth arranged circumferentially about the cylindrical portion, the locking member comprises a recess portion extending into at least a portion of said cylindrical portion and a conical portion outwardly extending from said cylindrical portion; a handle rotatably connected to the frame; and a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle, wherein the handle actuator is adapted to engage and move the locking member in an axial direction to allow the handle to be adjusted to and locked in a plurality of rotational positions.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
132 words
A juvenile carrier comprising: a frame including a seating portion for receiving a juvenile and a locking member receiving portion; a locking member adapted to engage the locking member receiving portion, the locking member comprises a cylindrical portion and includes a plurality of teeth including at least one key tooth arranged circumferentially about the cylindrical portion, the locking member comprises a recess portion extending into at least a portion of said cylindrical portion and a conical portion outwardly extending from said cylindrical portion; a handle rotatably connected to the frame; and a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle, wherein the handle actuator is adapted to engage and move the locking member in an axial direction to allow the handle to be adjusted to and locked in a plurality of rotational positions.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
48 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 1 wherein the handle actuator comprises a cam portion and a contact portion, wherein the cam portion is adapted to receive the conical portion of the locking member to convert curvilinear translation of the handle actuator into axial translation of the locking member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 1 further comprising a spring received in the recess portion to urge the conical portion towards the handle.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
116 words
An adjustable handle assembly comprising: a handle, said handle being rotatable; a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle; and a locking member disposed proximate to the handle actuator and releasably engaging said handle, the locking member comprises a cylindrical portion, and a plurality of teeth including at least one key tooth arranged circumferentially about the cylindrical portion, the locking member comprises a recess portion extending into at least a portion of said cylindrical portion and a conical portion outwardly extending from said cylindrical portion; wherein the handle is rotatable when said locking member is axially disengaged from said handle and locked by said locking member when said locking member is axially engaged with said handle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
116 words
An adjustable handle assembly comprising: a handle, said handle being rotatable; a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle; and a locking member disposed proximate to the handle actuator and releasably engaging said handle, the locking member comprises a cylindrical portion, and a plurality of teeth including at least one key tooth arranged circumferentially about the cylindrical portion, the locking member comprises a recess portion extending into at least a portion of said cylindrical portion and a conical portion outwardly extending from said cylindrical portion; wherein the handle is rotatable when said locking member is axially disengaged from said handle and locked by said locking member when said locking member is axially engaged with said handle.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
45 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 4 wherein the handle actuator comprises a cam portion, wherein the cam portion is adapted to receive the conical portion of the locking member to convert curvilinear motion of the handle actuator into axial motion of the locking member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
24 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 4 further comprising a spring received in the recess portion to urge the conical portion towards the handle.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
104 words
A juvenile carrier comprising: a frame including a seating portion for receiving a juvenile and a locking member receiving portion; a circular locking member adapted to engage the locking member receiving portion; a handle rotatably connected to the frame, said handle defining an axis about which said handle rotates; and a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle, said handle actuator being disposed approximately perpendicularly relative to said axis, wherein the circular locking member includes a plurality of teeth disposed about its circumference and is adapted to engage the handle and the locking member to selectively lock the handle in several distinct rotational positions.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
104 words
A juvenile carrier comprising: a frame including a seating portion for receiving a juvenile and a locking member receiving portion; a circular locking member adapted to engage the locking member receiving portion; a handle rotatably connected to the frame, said handle defining an axis about which said handle rotates; and a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle, said handle actuator being disposed approximately perpendicularly relative to said axis, wherein the circular locking member includes a plurality of teeth disposed about its circumference and is adapted to engage the handle and the locking member to selectively lock the handle in several distinct rotational positions.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
18 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 7 wherein the handle includes a cavity adapted to receive the handle actuator.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
29 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 7 wherein the circular locking member comprises a plurality of teeth including at least one key tooth arranged circumferentially about the circular locking member.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
35 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 9 wherein the circular locking member comprises a recessed portion extending into at least a portion of said cylindrical portion; and a conical portion outwardly extending from said cylindrical portion.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
36 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 9 wherein the locking member receiving portion comprises a circumferential portion and includes a plurality of locking ridges arranged about the circumferential portion adapted to lockingly engage the plurality of teeth.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
69 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 9 wherein the handle comprises a circular portion; and a plurality of locking ridges arranged circumferentially about the circular portion, the plurality of locking ridges adapted to selectively lockingly engage the plurality of teeth substantially about 360 degrees, wherein the selective locking engagement of the at least one key tooth in the locking ridges corresponds to a single distinct rotational position of the handle.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
45 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 10 wherein the handle actuator comprises a cam portion, wherein the cam portion is adapted to receive the conical portion of the circular locking member to convert curvilinear motion of the handle actuator into axial motion of the locking member.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
23 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 10 further comprising a spring received in the recess portion to urge the conical portion towards the handle.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
38 words
The juvenile carrier of claim 9 wherein the handle comprises at least one over-rotation prevention tab disposed on the circumferential portion, and wherein the locking member includes at least one over-rotation prevention tab extending from said cylindrical portion.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
88 words
An adjustable handle assembly comprising: a handle, said handle having an axis about which said handle rotates; a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle, said handle actuator being disposed in a plane approximately perpendicularly relative to said axis of said handle; and a circular locking member disposed proximate to the handle actuator, wherein the circular locking member includes a plurality of teeth disposed about its circumference and is adapted to engage the handle and the locking member to selectively lock the handle in several distinct rotational positions.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
88 words
An adjustable handle assembly comprising: a handle, said handle having an axis about which said handle rotates; a handle actuator disposed proximate to the handle, said handle actuator being disposed in a plane approximately perpendicularly relative to said axis of said handle; and a circular locking member disposed proximate to the handle actuator, wherein the circular locking member includes a plurality of teeth disposed about its circumference and is adapted to engage the handle and the locking member to selectively lock the handle in several distinct rotational positions.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
19 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 16 wherein the handle includes a cavity adapted to receive the handle actuator.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
24 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 16 wherein the plurality of teeth disposed on the circular locking member comprises at least one key tooth.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
36 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 18 wherein the circular locking member comprises a recess portion extending into at least a portion of said cylindrical portion; and a conical portion outwardly extending from said cylindrical portion.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
64 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 19 wherein the handle comprises a circumferential portion; and a plurality of locking ridges arranged about the circumferential portion adapted to selectively lockingly engage the plurality of teeth substantially about 360 degrees, wherein the selective locking engagement of the at least one key tooth in the locking ridges corresponds to a single distinct rotational position of the handle.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
46 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 9 wherein the handle actuator comprises a cam portion, wherein the cam portion is adapted to receive the conical portion of the circular locking member to convert curvilinear motion of the handle actuator into axial motion of the locking member.
Claim 26
Dependent Claim
24 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 19 further comprising a spring received in the recess portion to urge the conical portion towards the handle.
Claim 27
Dependent Claim
39 words
The adjustable handle assembly of claim 16 wherein the handle comprises at least one over-rotation prevention tab disposed on the circumferential portion and wherein the locking member includes at least one over-rotation prevention tab extending from said cylindrical portion.
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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) | 2002-10-04 | 2003-04-05 | 2003-10-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2006-10-04 | 2007-04-05 | 2007-10-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2010-10-04 | 2011-04-05 | 2011-10-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |