US3855718A
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Adjustable mounting for work-objects and the like
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-11-30
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Granted: 1974-12-24
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Expires: 1993-11-30
Abstract
Abstract A spherical element is held between a pair of generally flat and contacting plates one of which has a recess for receiving a portion of the spherical element, the other of said plates having a round aperture of smaller diameter than the diameter of said spherical element and in which a portion of said spherical element seats. A screw-threaded shank is connected to the last-mentioned portion of said spherical element and extends through and projects from the round aperture referred to hereinbefore. A nut screw-threadedly engages the shank. A brace is secured to said screw-threaded shank by said nut; and A work supporting member carried by said brace.
Inventors
- 👤 S Parsons
- 👤 C Parsons
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 07:08
CPC Classifications
D; D05; D05B; D05B91/00; D05B91/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
141 words
A freely adjustable supporting assembly comprising a. a spherical element b. a pair of substantially flat and contacting plates adapted to receive said spherical element therebetween; c. said plates being held together and attached to a support; d. one of said substantially flat plates having a round recess to receive a portion of said spherical element; e. the other of said plates having a round aperture of larger diameter than that of the aforementioned round recess and a smaller diameter than that of said spherical element; f. a portion of said spherical element being adapted to extend through said round aperture; g. a screw-threaded shank connected to the last-mentioned portion of said spherical element; h. a nut screw-threadedly engaging said shank; i. a brace secured to said screw-threaded shank by said nut; and j. a work-supporting member carried by said brace.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
141 words
A freely adjustable supporting assembly comprising a. a spherical element b. a pair of substantially flat and contacting plates adapted to receive said spherical element therebetween; c. said plates being held together and attached to a support; d. one of said substantially flat plates having a round recess to receive a portion of said spherical element; e. the other of said plates having a round aperture of larger diameter than that of the aforementioned round recess and a smaller diameter than that of said spherical element; f. a portion of said spherical element being adapted to extend through said round aperture; g. a screw-threaded shank connected to the last-mentioned portion of said spherical element; h. a nut screw-threadedly engaging said shank; i. a brace secured to said screw-threaded shank by said nut; and j. a work-supporting member carried by said brace.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein the work-supporting member comprises a pair of internesting rings.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein the brace comprises a series of upwardly-extending evenly spaced strip-like members.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
46 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein the brace comprises a series of evenly spaced upwardly-extending strip-like members and said work-supporting member comprises a pair of internesting rings, the inner of said internesting rings being connected to the upper ends of said evenly spaced upwardly-extending strip-like members.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1977-12-23 | 1978-06-24 | 1978-12-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-12-23 | 1982-06-24 | 1982-12-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-12-23 | 1986-06-24 | 1986-12-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |