US4889347A
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Flying disk with flexible center
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1988-12-01
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Granted: 1989-12-26
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Expires: 2008-12-01
Abstract
Abstract A flying disk that allows for easier performance of tricks without degrading the flight performance of the flying disk. The flying disk includes a center opening over which a stretchable membrane is attached. This stretchable membrane deflects under the weight of the flying disk and helps in the performance of tricks that involve a spinning flying disk supported at its center by an object such as the finger of the person performing the trick. The stretchable membrane is replaceable with other membranes that allow various amounts of deflection and therefore require more or less skill to perform tricks with. Also the replaceable flexible membranes can be made in different colors or contains logos or designs. These variations allow the user of the flying disk to configure his or her own flying disk to their specific use, needs or liking.
Inventors
- 👤 Michael V. Mineart
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 14:01
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63H; A63H33/00; A63H33/18
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
135 words
A flying disk comprising a lifting body member containing a central aperture with a diameter of at least one fifth of the overall diameter of the flying disk to which is attached a stretchable device, wherein the device is of a generally circular shape and is formed from stretchable materials which will deform to create a conically concave depression of a depth equal to at least one sixth of the diameter of the said stretchable device in a direction generally perpendicular to the undeformed surface of the said stretchable device when acted on by a load no greater than a load equal to the weight of the flying disk lifting body member and located generally about the center of the stretchable device; means defining for removably fastening said body member and center stretchable devices together.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
135 words
A flying disk comprising a lifting body member containing a central aperture with a diameter of at least one fifth of the overall diameter of the flying disk to which is attached a stretchable device, wherein the device is of a generally circular shape and is formed from stretchable materials which will deform to create a conically concave depression of a depth equal to at least one sixth of the diameter of the said stretchable device in a direction generally perpendicular to the undeformed surface of the said stretchable device when acted on by a load no greater than a load equal to the weight of the flying disk lifting body member and located generally about the center of the stretchable device; means defining for removably fastening said body member and center stretchable devices together.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
100 words
The flying disk lifting body member of claim 1, comprising: means defining an aperture in the said flying disk lifting body member including accurate portions; means defining a rim within said aperture for removably attaching various stretchable devices; and locking means having sections within said rim for securing the said stretchable device on the said rim and retaining the said stretchable device on the said rim while the said device deforms an amount of at least one sixth of the diameter of the said stretchable device in a direction generally perpendicular to the undeformed surface of the said stretchable device.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
98 words
The stretchable device of claim 1, comprising: means defing a rim about the periphery of said stretchable device for removably attaching the said device to flying disk lifting body member; and locking means having sections about said rim for securing the said stretchable device on the flying disk lifting body member and retaining the said stretchable device to the flying disk lifting body member while the said device deforms an amount of at least one sixth of the diameter of the said stretchable device in a direction generally perpendicular to the undeformed surface of the said stretchable device.
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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) | 1992-12-25 | 1993-06-26 | 1993-12-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-12-25 | 1997-06-26 | 1997-12-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-12-25 | 2001-06-26 | 2001-12-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |