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US3799598A
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Apparatus for removing feces of animals and method of manufacture of said apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-03-29
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Granted: 1974-03-26
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Expires: 1992-03-29
Abstract
Abstract A disposable device for removing animal feces which is usable with a grass trimmer or other apparatus having a pair of relatively movable blades and means for moving said blades toward and away from each other. The device is cup-like preferably with a flat base and with means for releasably attaching it to one of the blades. Two devices are used together to function as a closable disposable container.
Inventors
- 👤 R Lavaggi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 12:16
CPC Classifications
E; E01; E01H; E01H1/00; E01H1/12; E01H1/1206; E01H2001/122; E01H2001/1293
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
71 words
In combination With apparatus including a pair of blades, and means for moving said blades toward and away from one another, a pair of disposable cup-like devices, one for each blade, each of said cup-like devices including a pocket in which one of said blades is slidably disposed, whereby to releasably attach said device to its associated blade with the opening of each cup-like device confronting the opening of the other.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
71 words
In combination With apparatus including a pair of blades, and means for moving said blades toward and away from one another, a pair of disposable cup-like devices, one for each blade, each of said cup-like devices including a pocket in which one of said blades is slidably disposed, whereby to releasably attach said device to its associated blade with the opening of each cup-like device confronting the opening of the other.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination of claim 1, wherein said cup-like devices each have a substantially planar base.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
The combination of claim 2, wherein said pockets are on said planar base.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
44 words
The combination of claim 3, wherein the edges of said cup-like devices defining said openings lie substantially in planes perpendicular to their respective bases, whereby when said blades are moved toward each other said edges of said two devices occupy substantially the same plane.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
70 words
A disposable animal feces removing device for use with an apparatus having a pair of relatively movable blades and means for moving said blades toward and away from each other, said device comprising a substantially planar base and a pair of upstanding sides defining a front opening, and a pocket on said base for slidably receiving one of said blades for detachably connecting said device to one of said blades.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
70 words
A disposable animal feces removing device for use with an apparatus having a pair of relatively movable blades and means for moving said blades toward and away from each other, said device comprising a substantially planar base and a pair of upstanding sides defining a front opening, and a pocket on said base for slidably receiving one of said blades for detachably connecting said device to one of said blades.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
22 words
The disposable device of claim 5, wherein said edges forming said front opening lie in a plane substantially perpendicular to said base.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-03-25 | 1977-09-24 | 1978-03-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-03-25 | 1981-09-24 | 1982-03-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-03-25 | 1985-09-24 | 1986-03-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |