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Optical metronome with transparent sheet music
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-11-15
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Granted: 1976-03-09
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Expires: 1994-11-15
Abstract
Abstract An optical metronome having a belt moved at a speed set for the music with vertical lines on the belt passing behind a transparent sheet with musical notations thereon in timed relationship according to the speed at which the notes are to be played.
Inventors
- 👤 Juan M. del Castillo
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 22:32
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10G; G10G1/00; G04; G04F; G04F5/00; G04F5/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
101 words
An optical type of metronome comprising a transparent music sheet with musical composition thereon, a pair of rollers mounted in spaced relation to each other, a continuous web passing around and between said rollers and positiond behind said transparent sheet, at least two vertical lines drawn on said web transversely of said web, means to drive said rollers to move said vertical lines past and behind said transparent sheet in timed relation to the musical composition on said transparent sheet, supporting means for said transparent sheet including transparent rigid support sheets positioned in front of and behind said transparent music sheet.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
101 words
An optical type of metronome comprising a transparent music sheet with musical composition thereon, a pair of rollers mounted in spaced relation to each other, a continuous web passing around and between said rollers and positiond behind said transparent sheet, at least two vertical lines drawn on said web transversely of said web, means to drive said rollers to move said vertical lines past and behind said transparent sheet in timed relation to the musical composition on said transparent sheet, supporting means for said transparent sheet including transparent rigid support sheets positioned in front of and behind said transparent music sheet.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
The type of metronome of claim 1, further characterized by said web being of opaque material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The type of metronome of claim 1, further characterized by said web having at least three vertical lines spaced from each other and drawn transversely of said web.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The metronome of claim 1 further characterized by said transparent music sheet being of flexible sheet material adapted for folding or rolling of said sheet.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
68 words
The type of metronome of claim 1, further characterized by tension means connected to the other of said rollers than the one connected to said driving means, said tension means including pivotal means supporting said other of said rollers, and spring means connected to the other end of said pivotal means from the end at which it pivots whereby said web is maintained under proper tension for operation.
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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) | 1979-03-09 | 1979-09-08 | 1980-03-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-03-09 | 1983-09-08 | 1984-03-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-03-09 | 1987-09-08 | 1988-03-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |