US3913183A
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Multi-element gripping device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-06-28
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Granted: 1975-10-21
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Expires: 1993-06-28
Abstract
Abstract A multi-element self-gripping device is disclosed and includes a plurality of upright gripping elements stiffly attached to a base which may be a common point, a line or a surface. Each of the gripping elements define a trough lined with an edge and are adapted to penetrate and become lodged in a receiving material.
Inventors
- 👤 George C Brumlik
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 12:59
CPC Classifications
A; A44; A44B; A44B18/00; A44B18/0003; A44B18/0015; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/27; Y10T24/275; Y10T24/2767; Y10T24/2775; Y10T428/00; Y10T428/24; Y10T428/24008; Y10T428/24017
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
73 words
Self-gripping device comprising a multiplicity of upright gripping elements stiffly attached to a base, each of said gripping elements defining a trough having a sharp longitudinal edge along its interior surface, said gripping elements being capable of penetrating and becoming lodged in a receiving material, said gripping elements being wire-like members curved to define said trough, said wire-like members being curved to define said trough being a closed loop attached to said base.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
73 words
Self-gripping device comprising a multiplicity of upright gripping elements stiffly attached to a base, each of said gripping elements defining a trough having a sharp longitudinal edge along its interior surface, said gripping elements being capable of penetrating and becoming lodged in a receiving material, said gripping elements being wire-like members curved to define said trough, said wire-like members being curved to define said trough being a closed loop attached to said base.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
Self-gripping device of claim 1 wherein said loops are attached to said base in a staple-like fashion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
Self-gripping device of claim 1 which includes a resilient receiving material over the gripping elements forming a hybrid self-gripping device.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
12 words
Self-gripping device of claim 1 in self-gripping engagement with a receiving 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) | 1978-10-20 | 1979-04-21 | 1979-10-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-10-20 | 1983-04-21 | 1983-10-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-10-20 | 1987-04-21 | 1987-10-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |