This class provides for buckles, buttons, clasps, cord and
rope holders, pins, separable fasteners, etc., which have become
so varied in use and so allied in structure as to belong to no specific
art, but are novel only as to their structures. There are, however,
several types of fastenings included where the devices are but slightly identified
with the art and are closely analogous to the main titles above
cited. Such patents are retained under more or less art titles.
Devices which embrace fastenings as above, but also include elements
which connect them with various specific arts, have been excluded
as far as practicable.
The fastenings have been classified structurally as far as possible,
and where two or more simple fastenings are contained in one structure,
it is found in subclasses indicating the kinds of fastenings so
combined. This scheme is followed also through out those art subclasses
which have been retained, where possible.
Many of the securing means placed within subclasses 287+ claim
with the means an amount of structure-to-be-secured* necessary
for either (a) completing the securing operation, (b) connecting
components of the securing means together, (c) linking distinct
securing means together, or (d) mounting the securing means. The
mere naming of or recitation of the above (i.e., a-d) limited amount
of structure-to-be-secured* will not exclude classification
from Class 24, unless this subject matter is provided for elsewhere.
Specific details or specificity of the structure-to-be-secured* going
beyond this amount are excluded for this class and are placed in the
particular class providing for that type of structure-to-be-secured*,
combination, or mounting.
(1)
Note. A securing means claimed in combination with a tool
for operating it is classified in the appropriate class for the
tool when a specific detail of the tool is claimed.
SECTION II - LINES WITH OTHER CLASSES AND WITHIN THIS CLASS
All U. S. patents within subclasses 287+ are placed according
to the following procedure: Original patents having claims defining
subject matter within the scope normally associated with these subclasses
should be placed within the first occurring subclass array and furthest,
sequentially indented subclass thereunder which the claimed subject
matter fits and if there are additional subclasses indented thereunder,
on disclosure into the first occurring and furthest, sequentially
indented subclass which the disclosed and claimed subject matter fits.
It is additionally considered mandatory to cross-reference any independent
claims(s), other than the one governing original placement or other
claims defining the same subject matter, below into different subclass arrays
using the same principles of placement by which the original is
placed. Further, if the subject matter of the patent used in placing
the original is a species of a generic claim and there are plural
species disclosed in the patent, then it is mandatory to cross-reference
the patent to the first subclass immediately above and under which
the original"s subclass is indented which can fully accept
the subject matter of all claimed and disclosed species. However,
if the patents are more than 17 years old, the cross-referencing
of any claimed subject matter to a different subclass array, either
above or below that into which the original is placed, is solely
discretionary and is not mandatory if it is felt that the claimed
subject matter is already well represented in these other subclass
arrays.
LINE BETWEEN CLASS 24 AND CLASS 2
The line with Class 2, Apparel, and this class (24) with respect
to garment supporters is as follows:
Class 24 takes single or combined securing means used to support
a garment or to hold parts of a garment supporter together when
either (a) no significant structural feature of the garment or held
parts is claimed or (b) the specific configuration of the held parts
of the supporter is not claimed. Examples of the garment supporters proper
for Class 24 are (1) two distinct securing means connected by a
single nominally recited strip or strand, (2) cooperating components
of a securing means located on the ends of a nominally recited belt,
strip, or strand for holding the ends together to form a loop, and
(3) securing means for holding together two or more named garments
or named parts of a garment supporter.
Class 2 takes all other garment supporters or parts thereof
not provided for elsewhere.
Patents claiming either (1) two or more discrete, rigid* or
semirigid* (i.e., nonflaccid), joined members and details
peculiar to their common joint or (2) a fastener constructed with
features peculiarly adapting it for use with such members (e.g.,
angle clamp, converging clasp for members having divergent cross
sections, jointed connector allowing relative movement between members)
and disclosing that the members are (a) mere stock material having
only general utility until joined together into a particular assemblage
(e.g., framework members transmitting force to one another), (b)
components of an assemblage, each of which have the same utility
before and after joining, but when joined together interact with each
other to accomplish a common task and no longer have any independent
operation (e.g., torque transmitting rods, pipeline), (c) subcomponents
of an assemblage one of which having utility only when interacting with
the other to accomplish a specific task (e.g., windshield wiper
and windshield), or (d) articles each having independent utility
and when joined together cooperate with each other to change, enhance,
or make interdependent their operation (e.g., articulated trailers)
have been classified in the appropriate class (e.g., Class 64, Class 74,
Class 248, Class 280, Class 285, Class 439, or Class 403) based
on details of the members or joint.
LINE BETWEEN CLASS 24 AND CLASS 248
The line between this class (24) and Class 248 is largely based
on disclosure. Thus, inventions which involve distinct means for
engaging a support and a supported article wherein the sole disclosure
is of a support against gravity are classifiable in Class 248 even
though it may be possible to find other utility therefore. Subcombinations
of such devices are classifiable in Class 248 in the absence of
a clear indication of general utility for the subcombination. For
example, a clip* in general is classified in this class
(24) even when disclosed as having a supporting function; however,
when a clip* is particularly adapted for service as a support
against gravity (e.g., the gripping jaw is gravity actuated) or
as a hold down and there is no other utility disclosed, then it
is classified in Class 248.
Devices intended for transmitting an active pushing, pulling,
lifting, or driving force through their structure from a force input
element to a separate (a) transportable load, (b) piece of work
or (b) tool are classified elsewhere based upon the type of function
of the input element (e.g., if it is a cable, if it is a handle,
if it is for a load grab of a vertically swinging load support,
if it is a pushing or pulling implement, if it is for a tool holding chuck,
if it is a press--See the search class notes below for this subject
matter)
Apparel, appropriate subclasses for a fastener claimed in
combination with either specific apparel structure or specific additional
apparel supporting structure, and see (1) Note of this class definition
for the line between Class 2 and Class 24.
Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, appropriate subclasses for a fastener either claimed
in combination with information exhibiting structure (e.g., badge,
tag) or claiming a special accommodating feature (e.g., holder)
for information exhibiting structure.
Jewelry, appropriate subclasses for a fastener either (a)
in combination with jewelry structure, (b) having an ornamental
shape, (c) having a special accommodating feature (e.g., setting)
for jewelry structure, or (d) constructed from valuable decorative
material (e.g., gold).
Locks, appropriate subclasses for a fastener which either
(a) is combined with distinct locking means or (b) requires the
aid of a key or specialized tool to release it.
Adhesive Bonding and Miscellaneous Chemical Manufacture, appropriate subclasses for a method or an apparatus
to fasten two members together with an adhesive.
Package and Article Carriers, appropriate subclasses for a fastener which holds
an article, while it is being transported between two locations,
upon a person or vehicle.
Supports, appropriate subclasses for a fastener which supports
an article against gravity, and see (5) Note of this class definition
for the line between Class 24 and Class 248.
Chucks or Sockets, appropriate subclasses for means which grips a pipe,
rod, or tool and transmits a rotating or reciprocating force thereto
from an unclaimed power source.
Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, appropriate subclasses for a fastener which transmits
a force from a handle or hoist-line to an object or material moved
thereby.
Binder Device Releasably Engaging Aperture or
Notch of Sheet, appropriate subclasses for retaining means which
passes through or forms an opening in a sheet of paper to releasably secure
it.
Joints and Connections, appropriate subclasses for a joint between (a) two
rigid* or semi-rigid* members, (b) two portions
of a rigid* or semi-rigid* member, or (c) a flaccid* and
a rigid* or semi-rigid* member which involves
either an intrinsic property of one of the members or portions thereof
or a particular relationship between the members or portions; and
fastening means, per se, limited to such joints by their structure.
Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed,
or Locked-Threaded Fastener, appropriate subclasses for a general utility fastener
which is (a) tool driven, (b) tool manipulated, or (c) deformed
during the fastening operation and devices used in conjunction with such
fasteners.
Electrical Connectors, appropriate subclasses for a detachable connector
(e.g., fastener), per se, which either (a) is specially designed
for, (b) includes structure having particular utility for, or (c)
has the sole disclosed utility of conducting electricity; and see
the class definition of Class 439, section IV for the line between Class
24 and Class 439.
SECTION IV - GLOSSARY
Terms or phrases used in titles or definitions,
either repeatedly or in a special and limited sense, are set forth below
with the meaning each is to have for subclasses 287+. For
economy of space, an asterisk (*) following a word indicates
that reference should be made to this Glossary for the specific
meaning thereof while an (*) following a hyphenated phrase,
e.g., structure-to-be-secured(*), indicates that that entire
hyphenated term as such has been defined in this Glossary.
BUCKLE(*)
A securing means wherein either member is adapted to allow
structure-to-be-se-cured (*) to pass therethrough, or wherein
the members are adapted to allow structure-to-be-secured(*)
to pass completely therebetween in a path generally parallel to
the longitudinal axis of the members. Buckles are designed to adjustably
secure belts, bands, or similar longitudinal articles and generally
operate by having one end of the belt band, etc., fixed securely
to one end of the buckle with another frictionally or resiliently
securing the belt, band, etc., or by passing through a provided
for aperture in the belt, band, etc., and generally also has two
connected, relatively movable members.
CLASP(*)
A securing mechanism or element including two coacting
members or member segments having gripping surfaces which engage
portions of structure-to-be-secured* on opposite sides
in a jawlike manner to thereby (a) prevent or hinder the movement
of struc-ture-to-be secured* relative to the surfaces in
at least one direction, (b) prevent or hinder the separation of
distinct portions of the structure-to-be-secured* from
each other, or (c) perform a securement of structure-to-be-secured* by overedge
engagement thereof. The gripping surfaces of the coacting members
or member segments are intended to be always easily moved into and
out of engagement with the structure-to-be-secured* by
either direct manual or tool force thereon or actuation of an attached operator*.
In addition, both of the coacting members or member segment, when
engaging with or disengaging from the structure-to-be-secured*,
do not exceed the elastic limit of or destroy any portion of the
securing mechanism or element. If the mechanism or element is formed
from either a single piece or plural fixedly attached pieces of
rigid* material, then the structural shape of the gripping
surfaces and the outward force of the compressed structure-to-be-secured* provide
the gripping force required above.
CLIP(*)
A securing mechanism or element including a member which
(1) is intended to be connected or attached to a rigid or semirigid
supporting member (e.g., wall, floor, roof) or article (e.g., pen,
vehicle) having an additional and usually principle function other
than normally associated with this class, and (2) has a gripping
surface intended to coact with the surface of the supporting member
or article to engage the opposite sides of a distinct structure-to-be-secured* positioned
therebetween to prevent or hinder either (a) the movement of the structure-to-be-secured* relative
to the surfaces in one direction, or (b) the separation of a structure-to-be-secured* from
the supporting member or article.
The gripping surface of the member is intended to be always
easily moved into and out of engagement with the structure-to-be-secured* by
either direct manual or tool force thereon or actuation of an attached
operator*. In addition, the gripping surface, when engaging
with or disengaging from the structure-to-be-secured does not exceed
the elastic limit of or destroy any portion of the securing mechanism
or element. If the mechanism or element is formed from either a
single piece or plural fixedly attached pieces of rigid* material,
then the structural shape of the gripping surfaces and the outward force
of the compressed structure-to-be-secured provide the gripping force
required above.
DRAWSTRING*
A securing mechanism including both a string (i.e., a thin
elongated flaccid member) and guiding means therefor (e.g., eyelet,
hollow hem) located on a portion of the structure-to-be-secured* which
surrounds an opening; wherein the string (a) encircles the opening, (b)
draws the perimeter of the structure-to-be-secured* toward
the center of the opening to close or tighten it when a portion
of the string is pulled through its guiding means to shorten the
effective length of the remaining portion of the string encircling
the opening, and (c) secures the perimeter of the structure-to-be-secured* in its
new position when the extracted portion of the string which was
pulled through the guide means is prevented from moving (e.g., tied).
FLACCID*
Structure which, when subjected to a distortion force less
than or equal to earth"s gravitational force, is incapable
(in at least one of its orientations) of maintaining its previous
formational shape or being self-supporting over any appreciable
dimension.
HAND-ACTUATED(*); HAND-OPERATED(*)
The term hand-actuated or hand-operated is used in the sense
of like contact with a living being and solely applies to the use
of the hand in operating a fastener (i.e., moving portions of the
fastener relative to each other) of the Class 24 type.
LACED-FASTENER*
A securing mechanism including both a string (i.e., a thin
elongated flaccid* member) and guiding means (e.g., path
defining eyelets) therefor located on two spaced edges of the structure-to-be-secured*;
wherein the string (a) links together the guiding means on opposite
sides of and traverses the gap between the edges, (b) draws the
edges toward each other when a portion of the string is pulled past
its guiding means to shorten the effective length of the remaining
portion of the string traversing the gap, and (c) secures the edges
in fixed relationship to each other when the extracted portion of the
string is prevented from moving (e.g., tied).
LOCKING MEANS*
A component having the sole function of restricting the movement
between and holding in a particular position or orientation (e.g.,
not moving or reorienting) either (1) one portion of the fastener
relative to another portion of the fastener, or (2) one fastener
relative to another fastener.
OPERATOR*
A manipulable mechanical means which contacts and moves
with respect to a shiftable portion of a fastener mechanism to reposition
or transmit an input force to the shiftable portion. A mere spring
which effects the movement of the parts of the fastener mechanism,
for example, by utilizing stored energy to return its parts to a
starting position, is not included in the meaning of this term.
PIN*
A securing mechanism having both (a) a portion specifically
shaped (e.g., pointed) to facilitate impaling of and penetration
into either the structure-to-be-secured* or a supporting
member therefor during its operation and (b) a remaining portion
(e.g., head) not intended to penetrate either the structure-to-be-secured* or
a supporting member therefor in the final securing position of the mechanism.
In addition, the penetrating portion of the securing mechanism is
intended to be always easily impaled into and extracted from the
penetrated area of the structure-to-be-secured* or its
supporting member by unaided directed manual force. Finally, the
normal securing or releasing operation of the mechanism requires
no portion of the mechanism to be destroyed or undergo forces in
excess of those causing plastic deformation of the material from
which it is constructed.
RESILIENT*
Structure which is both capable (a) of distortion when subjected
to a force of the magnitude normally encountered within the disclosed
environment and (b) of complete resumption of its original shape
due to the energy stored within it by the distortion force after
its removal.
RIGID*
Structure which when subjected to a distortion force normally
encountered within the environment (as defined by the disclosure
and associated with the securing operation of a Class 24 fastener)
is capable of resisting this force if applied to the structure in
any orientation and maintaining its previous formational shape thereafter.
SEMIRIGID*
Structure which is both (a) capable of resisting distortion
(i.e., maintaining its previous formational shape or being self
supporting over all appreciable dimensions) caused by a force applied
to it in any of its orientations which is of a magnitude equal to
or less than the earth"s gravitational force and (b) incapable
of resisting distortion caused by a force applied to it which is
normally encountered in its working environment (e.g., ductile or resilient* structure).
SEPARABLE-FASTENER*
A securing mechanism including two, separate, dissociable,
mating members having faces which directly or through a separate
linking member (1) contact and interlock (i.e., the movement between
the faces is restricted in the direction force is transmitted thereto
by the structure-to-be-secured*) with each other when fastening either
(a) spaced portions of the structure-to-be-secured* together,
or (b) the structure-to-be-secured* to a supporting member
having a principle function not associated with this class (e.g.,
door, wall) and (2) are intended to be always easily associated
or dissociated from each other either by direct manual force or
by actuation of an operator* attached to one of the members. Both
of the mating members of this mechanism are intended to be attached
to or formed from a section of either the structure-to-be-secured* or
a supporting member therefor and neither of these members is ever
structurally linked to the other by any structure other than the structure-to-be-secured* when
their faces are not in their interlock position. In addition, both
of the members when associated or dissociated do not exceed the
elastic limit, or destroy any portion, or the material forming the faces.
STRUCTURE-TO-BE-SECURED*
Structure having a principle function other than that
normally associated with this class (i.e., not a component of a
Class 24 fastener) which is attached, fastened, gripped, or secured
by a Class 24 fastener, either to itself or to another structure.
SUPPORT-CLAMP(*)
A securing mechanism or element which (1) is attached to
the structure-to-be-secured* for subsequently mounting
it on a rigid* or semirigid* member (e.g., wall,
floor, roof) or article (e.g., pen, vehicle) having an additional and
usually principal function other than normally associated with this
class, and (2) having either (a) a gripping surface which is mounted
to and intended to coact with an opposed gripping surface formed
by the structure-to-be-secured* to engage the opposite
sides of the rigid or semirigid member or article positioned therebetween,
or (b) two coacting members or member segments having gripping surfaces
which engage opposite sides of the rigid* or semirigid* member
or article in a jawlike manner, and (3) having structure which hinders the
movement of the gripping surfaces relative to the member or article
and prevents the separation of the structure-to-be-secured* from
the member or article. The gripping surfaces of the securing mechanism
or element are intended to be always easily moved into and out of
engagement with the rigid* or semirigid* member
or article by either direct manual or tool force thereon or actuation
of an operator* attached to the securing mechanism or element.
In addition, the gripping surfaces of the securing mechanism or
element, when engaging with or disengaging from the rigid* or semirigid* member
or article, do not exceed the elastic limit of or destroy any portion
of the securing mechanism or element. If the mechanism or element
is formed from either a single piece or plural fixedly attached pieces
of rigid* material, then the structural shape of the gripping
surfaces and the outward force of the compressed structure-to-be-secured* provides
the gripping force required above.
TOOLS(*)
An instrument for affecting the operation of a Class
24 fastener usually operated by hand and totally separable from
the fastener after affecting operation.
ZIPPER(*)
A mechanism for either closing an opening in structure-to-be-secured*,
or connecting together separate members of structure to be secured* including
(a) two, opposed, elongated, cooperating, configured surfaces which
are attached to the structure-to-be-secured* by mounting
means and intended to directly contact and interlock with each other
(i.e., the movement between the configured surfaces is restricted
in the direction force is transmitted thereto by the structure-to-be-secured*)
when closing or connecting, and (b) a sliding device which is much
shorter in length than the surfaces and which travels along the
length of the surfaces sequentially contacting and simultaneously
camming against each segments of both surfaces to forcibly shift them
into or out of interlocking engagement, the direction of travel
of the device generally being perpendicular to the shifting motion
of the interlocking configured surfaces.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices specially adapted for the purpose of keeping albums
and other books closed when not in use.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices comprising bands which hold the barrel of a firearm
to the stock and in addition perform some other function, e.g.,
support a hook and/or one or more loops.
(1)
Note. The loops may be utilized for anchoring a gun sling
and/or for gun stacking purpose.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device for fastening or holding an article (e.g., pencil,
flower, napkin, spectacle, spectacle case, scissor) which is to
be carried about on clothing, belt, or part of body.
(1)
Note. Holder in this subclass is specially adapted for carrying
a specific article.
Winding, Tensioning, or Guiding,
subclasses 96+ for body supported reel devices wherein many of
the reeled strands are adapted to be connected with, or attached
to, an article (usually some article for personal use or wear) and
subclass 136 for spool-holders attached to the person.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article carrying structure includes
a gripping member and a distinct elastic spring, separate from the
gripping member, to firmly force the gripping members to engage a
garment (e.g., belt, shirt, pants) or hat.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article carrying structure is an elastic
clamp to grip a garment (e.g., belt, shirt, pants) or hat.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article carrying structure is in the
form of a pliable link between the article at one end (e.g, a watch,
pacifier, key ring, ID) and the garment fastening point at the other
end (e.g., a buttonhole, pocket).
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article carrying structure is located
on the part of the body either between the shoulder and the fingers
or between the hip and the toes.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article is a frame for holding vision
correction lenses wherein the article carrying structure fastens
to the frame and also has a means to fix said article carrying structure
in the fastening position to the supporting structure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article carrying structure is located
on the part of the body between the head and shoulders.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article carrying structure has means
to contact a piece of material sewed onto the outside of a garment
with the top edge open.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article carrying structure is a small
container designed to hold personal items (e.g., hair pins, cigarettes,
rulers, money).
Package and Article Carriers,
subclass 163 for carriers mounted on or formed as a part of
a belt buckle and subclass 269 for a clip or hook attaching an article
carrier to support means on a bearer.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Device in which the article carrying structure is tubular
shaped and designed to restrain small personal implements within
the perimeter of the shape.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Devices which are adapted for holding chatelaine-bags. The
hook is provided with a safety device to prevent loss of the bag.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Devices designed especially to hold flowers in those cases
where the flowers are to be attached to the clothing.
Plant Husbandry,
subclass 41.01 for other cut flower or plant holders having moisture
retaining means. See also the notes to that subclass for search
fields for other types of cut flower or plant holders.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Devices containing features which make them specially adapted
for use as napkin-holders. Includes holders which are convertible
into napkin-rings when desired.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Devices especially adapted for the purpose of holding pencils
and like articles in pockets, including pencil-holders attached
to the clothing.
Coating Implements With Material Supply,
subclasses 52 , 104+ and 195, for a patent to the combination
of a writing implement and means to retain it in a garment pocket,
wherein more of the implement structure is claimed than is necessary
to establish the relationship of the retaining means therewith.
This subclass is indented under subclass 10. Pencil-holders which are attached by means of a clasp.
(1)
Note. Class 401, Coating Implements With Material Supply,
includes the following subclasses which are loci for patents to
an implement with material supply in which a clasp is associated with
another device: 52, with a pencil, or the like; 104+, with
project-retract mechanism; and 195, with a tool which applies or
spreads fluent coating material.
This subclass is indented under subclass 3.1. Devices for holding the inner coat-sleeve while an outer
coat is being put on. This subclass also includes other sleeve-holders
which do not come under the above definition, but are placed there
because they are sleeve-holders nominally.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices especially adapted for bundling papers, bales, packets,
etc., and for clamping hoses, by means of straps, bands or the like.
Wooden Receptacles,
subclasses 66+ for similar devices adapted for use on wooden boxes
by reason of fastenings, and subclasses 91+ for barrel hoops.
Barrel hoops consisting of a strip, with means for securing the ends
together, except for tightening the hoop are in this class (24).
Freight Accommodation on Freight Carrier,
subclasses 34+ for a wraparound load binder securing a group of
articles to a freight carrier surface; and subclasses 97+ for
a wraparound similarly securing general freight load units.
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Devices specially adapted for bundling or packing such articles
as sheet-paper, currency, gloves, and the like, but excludes such
as are receptacles. They consist of various arrangements of bands,
straps, cords, and wires in connection with some form of tying or
fastening means. On account of the close similarity in structure
umbrella-ties, trunk strap fastenings, bag-holders, etc., have been
included where the invention is not classifiable as a fastening device
simply.
Presses,
subclass 212 for pressing devices not elsewhere provided for which
are supported from the ground or from a material penetrating element and
in which the material is pressed within a bendable filament, strand
or band by contracting it around the material. See the reference
to Class 24 in the class definition of Class 100 for a statement
of the line between the classes.
Trunks and Hand-Carried Luggage,
subclass 27 for combinations of straps suitable for securing
trunks in their closed position or straps attached to the trunks.
This subclass is indented under subclass 17. Packet-holders which make use of cord or rope and have a
metallic fastener for holding the ends and which provide for the
cord passing about the package in two directions.
Presses,
subclass 212 for pressing devices not elsewhere provided for, which
are supported from the ground or from a material penetrating element and
in which the material is pressed within a bendable filament, strand
or band by contracting it around the material. See the reference
to Class 24 in the class definition of Class 100 for a statement
of the line between the classes.
Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or
Pulling Force,
subclasses 199+ for portable implements or apparatus used to tension
flexible material (e.g., package ties) from which the implement
or apparatus is then detached after the desired amount of tension
is applied.
Work Holders, appropriate subclasses. Class 269 is the residual
locus for patents to a device for clamping, supporting and/or
holding an article (or articles) in position to be operated on or
treated. See notes thereunder for other related loci.
Freight Accommodation on Freight Carrier, for a tightener used with means (e.g., wraparound
means) lashing a load unit to a freight carrier, the following subclasses
being particularly relevant:
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Devices in which the tie is a metallic band, and the connection
is made by means of some integral part of the band, either by bending,
cutting, or forming up a portion of the same. Devices are also included
where the invention is the band itself.
Presses,
subclass 212 for pressing devices not elsewhere provided for, which
are supported from the ground or from a material penetrating element and
in which the material is pressed within a bendable filament, strand
or band by contracting it around the material. See the reference
to Class 24 in the class definition of Class 100 for a statement
of the line between the classes.
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Devices composed of wire, having the ends so made or formed
as to be capable of fastening without other parts.
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Devices where the tie is made of wood and is usually used
as a barrel-hoop. Some are made with a separate metallic connecting
part.
Endless Belt Power Transmission Systems or Components, particularly
subclasses 218 and 253+ for belt connectors in combination
with power transmission belts to form an endless loop by connecting
opposite ends of a band.
This subclass is indented under subclass 31. Devices where the additional function permits adjustment
at any time when the belt is too loose or too tight.
Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or
Pulling Force,
subclass 199 for portable implements or apparatus used to tension
flexible material from which the implement or apparatus is then
detached after the desired amount of tension is applied.
This subclass is indented under subclass 35. Devices including one-piece connections in which prongs
are passed through the belt and are then bent or turned over to
complete the fastening.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices for drawing a button into engagement with a buttonhole,
used principally on gloves shoes, corsets, collars, and cuffs.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device specially adapted for the purpose of holding a separate
wrist encircling cuff to a sleeve.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device specially adapted for properly holding a necktie
on a garment for the upper part of the body.
(1)
Note. Devices for engaging the fabric of the necktie band
itself are included.
Apparel,
subclasses 145 and 156 for any device, even in combination with a
fastener, which is necessary or requisite in the formation of the
tie, and subclass 157 for devices which consist of a tip on the
band and designed to lock in some part of the necktie after having
been adjusted.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Devices specially adapted for fastening the band of a necktie,
either to prevent the same from riding up on the collar or for the
purpose of connecting the ends of the bands together.
This subclass is indented under subclass 61. Devices in which some form of separable fastener is used
to connect the collar button to the necktie attachment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises component elements
including (a) magnetic attraction, (b) adhesive or glue type material,
or (c) at least two interlocking type elements which includes an
element for attachment to a garment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises a component
designed for a pleasing and attractive appearance.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises elastic gripping
members biased together by their own resilience.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises a portion that
loosely surrounds the necktie and another portion which attaches
to a garment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises a portion secured
to the knot of a necktie interlaced part and another portion attached
to the neckline part of a garment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises a necktie gripping
portion and a catch portion for securement to a garment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises a necktie gripping
portion and a garment penetrating member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises a necktie penetrating
member portion and another portion to grip a garment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises a stiff portion
for straightening a necktie and a portion to grip a garment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises at least one
pair of gripping members hingedly secured to each other upon an
axis and a distinct means for resiliently biasing the two members
into a clamping position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 49.1. Device in which the necktie holder comprises a generally
tubular shaped portion which is configured to surround the necktie.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device including means to clamp or adhere a sheet-like body
to a base or to a second sheet-like body.
Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting,
subclasses 530+ for a hinge mounted display item (e.g., sheet,
etc.), subclasses 388+, for a hinge-mounted file item.
Severing by Tearing or Breaking,
subclasses 27+ for a severing device of this class in combination
with clamp holding means for securing a pad, a book or a stack of
individual sheets, which sheets are severed (e.g., ripped, torn,
broken, etc.), by manually forcing a portion of the sheet against
a fixed edge of the severing device.
Supports: Cabinet Structure, appropriate subclasses for a cabin of that class including
sheet holding means (e.g., clamp, follower, etc.), disposed therein.
(See especially
subclasses 183+ ).
Binder Device Releasably Engaging Aperture or
Notch of Sheet, appropriate subclasses, for a device including a
sheet retainer which passes through a sheet opening and releasably
secures such sheet.
This subclass is indented under subclass 67. Device wherein the clamping action of the clamp means is
accomplished by means in the form of (1) a series of discreat recesses
or (2) a continuous helical groove.
Binder Device Releasably Engaging Aperture or
Notch of Sheet,
subclasses 70+ for a similar device wherein that portion of the
fastener engaging the sheet includes means (e.g., teeth, etc.),
which penetrate the sheet.
This subclass is indented under subclass 67.5. Device wherein the means to manipulate the clamp means open
is rotatably mounted on one or more discrete hinge pins.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices usually used in place of buckles on shoes, gloves,
corsets, belts, etc. The distinction from other forms of fastenings
lies in the drawing-up or strap-tightening feature of the device.
Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or
Pulling Force,
subclasses 199+ for portable implements or apparatus used to tension
flexible material (e.g., straps) from which the implement or apparatus
is then detached after the desired amount of tension is applied.
This subclass is indented under subclass 68. Devices comprising levers, usually pivoted, which pass through
a loop and are turned down, the parts being drawn together by this movement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 68. Devices adapted to be attached to a wire or other line at
a point in its length and to take up slack, remaining a permanent
part of the line. Combinations of said device with tools for use particularly
therewith are here.
Winding, Tensioning, or Guiding,
subclasses 388.1+ for a reeling device adapted to grip a midportion
of an elongated material which may include a midline tightener.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device specially adapted for binding or holding to the lower
leg of the user the lowest portion of a garment that extends from
the waist to the shoetops.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices specially adapted for holding bedclothes in position.
(1)
Note. See the search notes to this subclass located under
subclass 455 for the classification line maintained between this
subclass and subclasses 455+ during the reclassification
of the clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* art.
No attempt was made to transfer patents not conforming to this line
from the bedclothes holder subclass to the clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp* subclasses during the reclassification
of the clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* art.
Beds,
subclasses 494 and 498 for devices accessory to a bed for holding bedclothes
in close position over the sleeper or for holding such clothes closely
to the bed when up-ended.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices comprising nongripping type fasteners for use with
frames or other apparatus in the stretching of a fabric, hide, or
other sheet material, having (1) a leading end (e.g., a rigid arm
or flexible strand) adapted to pass through an opening in the material
sheet, and (2) a trailing end (the cross-bar of the T) which trailing end
is too large to pass through the opening so that when the leading
end is tensioned, the cross-bar exerts a pull on the sheet material.
Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclasses 328+ for means to engage opposite edges of a fabric
panel to mount and stretch the same, and subclasses 372+ and
378 for fabric panels mounted in frames having fabric stretching
features.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices provided with button-engaging parts and also with
a pin-fastening, the pin-fastening being designed to be used when
the other fastening gives out for any reason.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device comprising a disk-shaped body and the various means
for attaching the body onto a supporting substrate (e.g., a garment).
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Buttons having devices additional to the conventional parts
of a button for guarding against unbuttoning and devices peculiar
to that use.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. A button having a shank made of cloth for use in attaching
the button. Also includes buttons covered with cloth.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Devices having fasteners in which metal prongs or rivets
are bent over or upset in attaching the button.
This subclass is indented under subclass 94. Devices provided with a part which deflects the prongs by
contact and pressure thus doing away with riveting tools.
This subclass is indented under subclass 94. Devices where the prongs or rivets are a part of the button
or are firmly attached and are pushed through the material, being
clenched on the opposite side. Those using washers are also included
if they have no part in deflecting the prongs.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Devices where the button is of the type in which movable
leaves permit the easy insertion of the button in the buttonhole,
after which the leaves prevent the withdrawal of the button.
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices having two hinged leaves. It does not include those
in which there is one hinged leaf and one rigid leaf, these being
found in subclass 97.
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices where there is a sliding movement of the leaf. It
includes those in which there is a combined pivoted and sliding
movement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Buttons of the collar or cuff button type which are either
made of one piece or are so built up as to be a rigid button when
complete, and thus equivalent to an integral button.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Buttons, badges, etc., which are attached to the garment
by means of a pin, provide the invention lies in the pin fastening.
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Devices where the two parts are sprung together, and there
is some independent device which must be operated to release the
parts.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Devices relating to the cover of the button or in the mode
of applying the same. Usually the idea is to permit the use of various
covers as occasion arises.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Devices with protecting-pads so attached to the buttons
that metallic contact with the skin is prevented.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Device in which the disk-shaped body comprises a shaft portion,
extending from a rear face of the body, adapted to be securely inserted
into a receiving hole of a dissociable mating member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Device in which the disk-shaped body is made of an elastic
material to permit the body to flex so as to pass through a buttonhole.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Device in which the disk-shaped body is designed to secure
either a wrist encircling portion or a neck encircling band of a
shirt.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Device in which the disk-shaped body comprises a peripheral
portion which can be freely revolved on a central supporting structure when
attached to the garment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Device wherein the disk-shaped body contains a bore, indentation,
or slot into which a complementary portion of the attaching means
is placed for securement.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices forming a part of or in the nature of an attachment
to strap, chain, cable, pipe or the like, constituting an enlargement
thereof and designed for use as a trip or obstacle to the free passage
of said strap, chain, cable or pipe through other members.
Boring or Penetrating the Earth, particularly
subclass 422 for a clasp (e.g., a well slip assembly) which
separately travels with an earth boring shaft or which cooperates
with specifically shaped well structure which stops or actuates
the clasp.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Device in which the disk-shaped body is attached by means
of either (a) a thermally fusible material, or (b) an adhesive or
glue type material.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Device in which the disk-shaped body is attached by means
of a filament type material through holes in the body.
This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Device in which the disk-shaped body comprises a shaft portion
extending from a rear face of the body and turning into a loop to receive
the attachment means.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices for gripping and holding cord, rope, wire, and,
in some cases, chain, when the device is analogous. Devices for
holding or gripping the end of a strap or band, but which are not
properly buckles, have been placed in Rope-holders. These devices
are usually as well adapted for rope as for bands and are more commonly
used as hitching-strap holders.
(1)
Note. See the search notes to this subclass located under
subclasses 455 and 572, respectively, for the classification lines
maintained between this subclass (and its indented subclasses) and
subclasses 455+ and 572+ during the reclassification
of the clasp* and separable-fastener* art. No
attempt was made to transfer patents not conforming to these lines
from the cord and rope holder subclasses to the clasp* or
separable-fastener* subclasses during the reclassification
of the clasp* and separable-fastener* art.
for a cord or rope engaging fastener which is a
component of a clasp* and holds one portion of a cord or
rope relative to another portion of a cord or rope where the cord
or rope is utilized as an encircling griping surface and does not
have another principal function (i.e., it is not the structure-to-be-secured* since
it lacks principle utility outside this class).
for a separable-fastener component* located
on the end of a cord or rope which does not utilize any of the characteristics
of the cord or rope in the fastening operation (i.e., its ability
to bend) and for cord or rope engaging structure which is a component
of a separable-fastener* wherein the cord or rope has no
other disclosed utility other than use in a separable-fastener* (i.e.,
it is not a structure-to-be-secured* since it lacks principle
utility outside this class).
Brakes,
subclasses 65.1+ for strand brakes for those devices in which a pulley
by its peculiar construction acts as the rope grip and also those
in which a clamping part cooperates with a pulley to grip the rope,
but where a mere guide bar or pulley is included as an independent
element or where any form of pivoted cam is found it is not considered
to be a pulley, and the patents are classified in this subclass.
Traversing Hoists,
subclasses 106+ for rope-holders which coact with a button or the
like on the rope, and 110+ for devices which grip the rope to
hold it.
Supports,
subclass 32 for cord retainers for suspended pictures, subclasses 49+ for
pipe or cable clamps combined with their supports or limited by structure
to use for supporting a pipe or cable and subclass 353 for rope holders
combined with clothesline props.
Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or
Pulling Force,
subclass 408 for cable guides designed to grip the cable between
the pulley and its support.
Work Holders, appropriate subclasses. Class 269 is the residual
locus for patents to a device for clamping, supporting and/or
holding an article (or articles) in position to be operated on or
treated. See notes thereunder for other related loci.
Freight Accommodation on Freight Carrier,
subclasses 101+ for an anchor to secure an end of a load lashing
member to a freight carrying vehicle so that the remainder of the member
may be used to lash a freight load unit to the vehicle.
Chain, Staple, and Horseshoe Making,
subclass 93 for various devices attached at or intermediate
the ends of the chain and becoming a part of and being used in connection
with the chain, and see the notes thereto.
This subclass is indented under subclass 115. Devices specially designed for gripping or holding a sheathed
strand, i.e., a cord, rope or other flexible strand which is enclosed
in a tubular covering therefor.
(1)
Note. The term "covering" as herein used,
includes, for example, coatings of fibrous, plastic, or other material,
and also armors or sheaths formed of wires concentrically arranged
about a central core-strand.
Electricity: Conductors and Insulators,
subclasses 74 through 94for connector and terminal devices for armored
sheathed, or insulated electrical conductors.
Electrical Connectors, appropriate subclasses for electrical connectors, per
se, having in many instances structure similar to that provided
for in Class 24 and often specially designed to grip or hold a sheathed conductive
strand, cable, or wire; and see the class definition of that class (439),
for the line between Classes 24 and 439.
This subclass is indented under subclass 115. Devices specialized for gripping or holding cords or ropes
which are formed from a plurality of strands twisted together or
otherwise assembled into a unitary structure. These devices are
characterized by having a structure or mode of operation (a) which
requires or causes the separation (as by untwisting, bending back,
etc.) of the individual strands of the cord, rope, or cable, or
(b) in which individual strands of a cord, rope, or cable are separately gripped
or held.
Electrical Connectors, appropriate subclasses for electrical connectors, per
se, having in many instances structure similar to that provided
for in Class 24 and often specially designed to grip or hold a plural-strand
conductive cable, or wire, and see the class definition of that
class (439), section IV for the line between Classes 24 and 439.
This subclass is indented under subclass 115. Devices wherein the cord or rope is wound around a central
portion and is held by a disk, which frictionally engages the cord.
This subclass is indented under subclass 115. Devices wherein the cord is knotted at suitable points and
the holding device is designed to make use of the knots to hold
the cord after tightening.
This subclass is indented under subclass 132. Devices wherein an extra lever or arm projects from this
device, and the rope passing over the same by its tension forces
the pivoted part into closer engagement with the rope.
This subclass is indented under subclass 132. Devices wherein the pivoted part is so constructed that
tension on the rope pulls the pivoted part more tightly into the
rope, the pivoted part being either cam-shaped or equivalent thereto
in its action.
This subclass is indented under subclass 115. Devices wherein the gripping is caused by turning a screw
or bolt either in a nut or a part of the device itself.
Electrical Connectors,
subclasses 778+ , 781+, 784, 785, 791+, 797+, and
801+ for an uninsulated electrical connector having a screw-threaded operated
securing part.
This subclass is indented under subclass 115. Devices wherein a sliding movement is used in clamping the
cord. It includes wedges which slide and like devices.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices which are designed for the purpose of adjusting
as well as holding straps, bands, and similar articles. Some forms
of buckles are closely related to clasps in structure, but are always
distinguished in having provision for the band passing through the structure,
so that it may be pulled tight for the purpose of adjustment, a
clasp being only suitable for gripping the end or edge of the material
or band.
for devices which resemble buckles, but are more
closely related to cord and rope holders in structure as well as
use. The more common use of these devices is as hitching-strap holders.
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Devices in which a buckle and snap-hook are combined in
the same structure, sometimes with a working connection between
the buckle-tongue and the snap-hook closure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 168. Devices in which the clamping is done by a jaw attached
to a pivoted lever usually hand-operated, but includes strap-tightened
jaws.
This subclass is indented under subclass 168. Devices in which the gripping of the strap is accomplished
by means of a sliding part, commonly a wedge, wedge-like in action.
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Devices including two frames or bails, both of which form
loops entirely inclosing the straps and so interlaced that a tension
on the strap throws the bails into such a position as to more tightly
grip the same. Studs or tongues are sometimes used in connection
with the clamping action. This subclass contains those which depend
entirely on the clamping action.
This subclass is indented under subclass 172. Devices including a pivoted plate with a penetrating stud
attached to one of the frames to further assist in holding the straps.
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Devices having a penetrating tongue which is protected by
some device, so as to prevent the point from engaging or catching.
This subclass is indented under subclass 178. Devices wherein a lever is attached to the pivoted tongue
for withdrawing the tongue from engagement with the strap without
first loosening the buckle.
This subclass is indented under subclass 178. Devices wherein a pivoted stud is used instead of a tongue,
the distinction being that a stud passes vertically through the
strap and has no support on the frame, as is the case with a tongue-buckle.
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Devices in which the gripping of the strap is accomplished
by means of a sliding part, usually wedge-like, and there is a penetrating tongue
or stud to further assist in holding the strap.
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Devices for holding the strap end after buckling and means
for attaching the same to a fabric, otherwise called "billet-loops".
This subclass is indented under subclass 164. Devices attached to buckles for preventing wear on the strap,
being so designed that the attaching device engages with the metal
of the buckle and not on the strap.
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Buckles which are so constructed that no metal part of the
buckle will come in contact with the garment underneath.
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Buckles in which a pressure-bar clamps the band and has
at the same time a projection which guards the hook, usually used
as a suspender-buckle.
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Devices wherein the frame and a penetrating prong part are
adapted to slide on each other to cause engagement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Devices wherein a lever pivoted to the buckle-frame serves
as the clamping means. It may be either hand- operated or it may
have the band attached to it. The gripping-jaws may be toothed or
smooth.
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Buckles which have a sliding part which serves to clamp
the fabric either wedge-like or by pressing a toothed jaw into the
same. Includes devices in which a separate part engages the two
jaws and is moved back and forth to operate the same.
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Devices wherein the clamping of the strap or band is accomplished
by means of looping or doubling the band on itself, the two portions
of the band being pressed into contact in such a manner as to grip
and hold.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices for attaching the strap or band to buckles, clasps,
snap-hooks, and like articles, including permanent attaching means,
and also those temporary attachments which are not properly buckles
or any other recognized form of fastening.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices which consist of two parts or jaws pivoted at one
end and having some means for locking the jaws when in a closed position.
They are commonly used on gloves, shoes, and dress-plackets and
take the place of other fastenings.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Devices wherein the tightening is accomplished by winding
a portion of the strap on winder means, which remains with the tie.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Devices which include a tightening means, usually a lever,
that is self-locking either by dead center or snap action.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Devices in which the tightening is accomplished by lever
means and may include separate lever locking means to retain the
lever in tightening position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Devices in which a means on the fastener portion engages
a thread on the integral free end portion of the strap or band.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Devices in which a radial screw, with respect to the axis
of the strap or band, engages means to effect tightening.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Devices in which a tangential screw, with respect to the
axis of the strap, engages means to effect tightening.
This subclass is indented under subclass 279. Devices having girth adjustment afforded by the connection
between the tie and the fastener. The fastener may be wholly or
partially separable from the tie.
This subclass is indented under subclass 279. Devices with straps comprising separable parts and which
may also provide adjustment of the strap solely by strap features.
This subclass is indented under subclass 279. Devices which have straps modified to permit winding plural
wraps with the ends of the strap aligned to accept the fastener
means.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter drawn to fasteners specifically adapted for
securing freight-container structures together.
Special Receptacle or Package,
subclass 159 for portable segregating containers for plural
cylindrical-type receptacles provided with a clip-type retainer
between juxtaposed receptacles.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter drawn to fasteners specifically adapted for
securing containers, drums, or cans in a spaced relationship.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a fastener specially adapted for
securing a rigid or semirigid decorative strip to a rigid vehicle
or similar body.
Static Structures (e.g., Buildings),
subclass 466 for separate anchor element securing a nonsustaining bridged
strip over junctures of panels; subclass 511 for mounting means attaching
a facer to an upholstery structure; subclasses 718.01+ for
fasteners combined with static structures for attaching a striplike
channel or trim member to the static structures or for striplike
channel or trim member fasteners in which the fastener is specifically
modified in structure to mate with a specific construction or configuration
of the Class 52 structure; and subclass 769 for a spring including retaining
means holding a separate structure against a facer.
This subclass is indented under subclass 290. Subject matter further provided with a resilient member
extending laterally from and yieldingly urging a main body member
of the fastener to move in a predetermined direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 289. Subject matter provided with a resilient member expanding
laterally from and yieldingly urging a main body member of the fastener
to move in a predetermined direction.
Land Vehicle: Wheels and Axles,
subclasses 108.1+ for hubcap trim objects being formed from resilient metal
material or hubcaps secured to wheeled vehicles by the use of resilient
metal fasteners.
PLURAL FASTENERS HAVING INTERMEDIATE FLACCID CONNECTOR:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein plural fasteners are attached by
a connector comprising an elongated intermediate configuration having little
resistance to longitudinally compressive or shear forces.
(1)
Note. See (1) Note of the class definition for the line between
this and indented subclasses and Class 2, Apparel.
(2)
Note. To be proper in this and indented subclasses, the fasteners
must be fastening or attaching to different structures-to-be-secured(*)
or portions thereof and not fastening to each other.
Apparel,
subclass 321 for garment supporters and retainers utilizing
plural fasteners having intermediate flaccid-type connectors; and
subclass 323 for garment supporters and retainers consisting of
strip-connected spaced holders or fasteners.
Heat Exchange,
subclass 98 for plural fasteners with intermediate flaccidly
adjustable connectors for adjustably securing radiator face coverings
to radiator configurations.
Apparel,
subclass 326 for garment supporters and retainers consisting
of plural crossed or diverging suspension strips or strands utilizing
plural fasteners having an intermediate strap connector; subclass
332 for plural crossed or diverging suspension strips or strands
with running strips or strands comprising a straplike flaccid connector;
and subclass 334 for plural crossed or diverging suspension strips or
straps utilizing a strap as an intermediate flaccid connector having
a pivot member normal to the strip or strap.
Apparel,
subclass 309 for garment supporters and retainers in a form
of a strap partially encircling limb or torso; and subclass 315
for torso or limb encircling garment supporters and retainers provided
with plural holding means secured together by strap connectors.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter provided with a fastener including, having,
or comprising material utilizing magnetism.
Land Vehicles: Bodies and Tops,
subclasses 97.1+ for fasteners utilized to hold or support glare
screens to land vehicle bodies utilizing or having a magnet.
Electricity: Magnetically Operated Switches, Magnets,
and Electromagnets,
subclasses 302+ for permanent magnet structure or material and
subclass 219 for a magnet combined with a diverse-type art device.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter provided with a fastener comprising material
utilizing molecular adhesive forces.
(1)
Note. The adhesive fasteners of this subclass are intended
to provide or accomplish the desired fastening between either different
structures-to-be-secured(*) or different portions of a structure-to-be-secured(*)
and are not intended to mount or secure a separate, distinct fastener
used for or accomplishing a desired fastening between different structures-to-be-secured(*)
or portions thereof.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a combination of two or more diverse
fasteners of this class in which the combination is composed of two
or more elements and in which each fastener is different, and distinct
from each other.
(1)
Note. For documents to be proper in this and indented subclasses,
none of the fasteners can utilize the structure-to-be-secured(*)
as a component in completing or performing a or its fastening function, e.g.,
a clip* using the structure-to-be-secured(*) as
a mounting to secure other structure-to-be-secured(*) therebetween.
Similarly, plural, even if diverse, fasteners which simultaneously
or serially fasten, or release to perform a fastening operation,
e.g., zippers(*) or combined safety belt and harness buckles(*),
are excluded from this and indented subclasses. Any fastener either actuated
by a tool, permanently altered in shape or deformed to perform its
fastening function not in combination with a fastener of this class
is provided for in other classes, e.g., Class 411. In addition,
to be proper in this and indented subclasses, the fasteners must
each be fastening to structure-to-be-secured(*); plural
diverse fasteners merely fastening to each other are excluded herein.
(2)
Note. One or single piece combined fasteners are excluded
from this and indented subclasses and are properly classified in
lower portions of the Class 24 schedule and discretionarily cross-referenced
to these combined fastener subclasses.
(3)
Note. See Lines With Other Classes under the class definition
for the line between this and indented subclasses and Class 2, Apparel.
(4)
Note. For the purposes of this and associated definitions,
the term "distinct" is taken to mean that the
diverse fasteners are either independently operable, i.e., the operation
of a first fastener does not directly produce the fastening function of
a second fastener and similarly the operation of the second fastener
does not produce the fastening operation of the first, or the fasteners
are differently shaped or configured from each other, however small
the different shape or configuration may be.
Supports, appropriate subclasses for combined fasteners utilized
as supports, particularly
subclasses 317+ for various combined fasteners utilized as suspended
supports.
Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles,
subclass 11 for combined fasteners utilized in supporting or
holding together various type of special occasion ornaments such
as Christmas tree, balls, bells, or star-shaped objects.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Securing means in combination with a diverse fastener proper
for this class (e.g., mounting pin, clasp, etc.).
This subclass is indented under subclass 305. Subject matter wherein one of the fasteners comprises a
buckle* in the form of a securing means having two connected
relatively movable members, wherein either one member is adapted
to allow structure-to-be-secured(*) to pass therethrough
or the members are adapted to allow structure-to-be-secured(*)
to pass completely therebetween in a path generally parallel to
the longitudinal axis of the members.
(1)
Note. Buckles* are usually designed to secure or
tighten belts, bands, or similar articles and are generally operated
by having one end of the belt, band, etc., fixedly secured to one
end of the buckle* with another portion of the buckle* frictionally
or resiliently securing the belt, band, etc., or by passing through
a provided for aperture in the belt, band, etc. This feature of
allowing the belt, band, etc., to pass through the buckle* distinguishes
a buckle* and a clasp*.
(2)
Note. One-piece buckles*, e.g., wire formed, or sheet
metal stamped, are excluded from this subclass and are provided
for in latter parts of the schedule.
This subclass is indented under subclass 307. Subject matter provided with another buckle(*).
(1)
Note. To be proper in this subclass, the combined buckles(*)
must be the type such that each buckle(*), if separated from
the other, can function as a buckle(*), and each buckle(*)
must be different as to configuration or composition; otherwise,
the document is properly classified in subclasses 163+ and
discretionarily cross-referenced to this and indented subclasses.
Apparel,
subclass 314 for torso or limb-encircling garment supporters and
retainers having pendant holding means provided with plural buckle structures;
and subclass 334 for plural crossed or diverging suspension strips provided
with a pivot member normal to the strip utilizing plural buckles.
This subclass is indented under subclass 308. Subject matter having disparate means specially adapted
to modify the amount of structure-to-be-secured(*) being
passed through or between the buckle(*).
Apparel,
subclass 237 for plural buckles provided with adjustment means for
waist bands in trousers or overalls; and subclass 307 for garment
supporters or retainers utilizing plural buckles having adjustment
means for waistline-type garments.
This subclass is indented under subclass 308. Subject matter provided with initially separate or movably
attached means allowing the two buckles* to be relatively
easily engaged or disengaged from each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 310. Subject matter wherein the separate disconnectable means
includes a releasing member hinged to one of the buckles* for
disconnecting the buckles* one from the other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 308. Subject matter provided with rigid configuration integral
with each buckle* allowing two buckles* to be
relatively easily engaged or disengaged from each other.
Apparel,
subclass 301 for garment supporters or retainers in the form
of plural buckles having disconnect configuration; subclass 316
for torso or limb encircling garment supporters in the form of plural
buckles having disconnect configuration; and subclass 317 for torso
or limb encircling garment supporter or retainer with a member between
the ends of a circulating strip.
This subclass is indented under subclass 312. Subject matter wherein the rigid integral configuration
is in the form of members composed of resilient substance and which
are adapted to mate with each other wherein their resiliency at least
in part retains the members together.
Apparel,
subclass 319 for torso or limb encircling garment supporters and
retainers in the form of a buckle structure having a pin or prong-type structure
detachable from or slidable on a belt.
This subclass is indented under subclass 308. Subject matter wherein the structure-to-be-secured(*)
fastened by a first buckle* is angled with and overlaps
a second structure-to-be-secured(*) fastened by a second
buckle*.
Apparel,
subclass 306 for garment supporters and retainers supporting plural
garments in spaced relationship; subclass 332 for buckles accommodating
plural crossed or diverging strip type members; and subclass 333 for
torso or limb encircling garment supporters and retainers accommodating
plural crossed or diverging strips having a detachable or movable
feature between the strips.
This subclass is indented under subclass 307. Subject matter provided with a fastener in the form of a
clasp(*) which either (a) has connected gripping jaws adapted
to engage structure-to-be-secured(*), or (b) performs a securement
by over edge engagement of structure-to-be-secured(*).
(1)
Note. Clasps* are usually designed to be secured
to belts, bands, or similar articles generally operated by having
one end of the belt, band, etc., fixedly secured to one end of the
clasp with the other hinged and engaging the structure-to-be-secured(*)
and relies on inherent resilience or friction for securement. See (1)
Note under subclass 307 for the difference between a clasp and a
buckle.
(2)
Note. One piece clasps*, e.g., wire-formed clips*,
sheet metal V or J clips* are excluded from this subclass
and are provided for in latter parts of the schedule.
This subclass is indented under subclass 307. Subject matter provided with a fastener comprising a piece
of wire having a head or headlike configuration at one end and a
penetrating point at the other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 307. Subject matter provided with a fastener in the form of a
book comprising either an elongated wire or rod section, one end
of which is curved or sharply bent, or an element having a J-shaped
configuration utilized as a hook.
This subclass is indented under subclass 318. Subject matter provided with separate means to allow the
buckle* and hook to be relatively easily engaged or disengaged
from each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 318. Subject matter provided with means formed from a sheet metal
or metal strip section having a sharp projection stamped, cut, or
formed thereon capable of entering into and tending to hold the
structure-to-be-secured(*) to the buckle.
This subclass is indented under subclass 307. Subject matter comprising a generally disk-shaped body designed
to pass through and cooperate with a buttonhole or loop to produce securement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 307. Subject matter wherein a buckle* is provided with
separate disconnect means to easily disengage another fastener permanently
attached to structure-to-be-secured(*).
(1)
Note. The other fastener is usually attached at or near an
end of the structure-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 323. Subject matter wherein the disconnect means is in the form
of a circular male member having an upstanding projection formed
thereon and a female member having a resilient complimentary socket
formed therein receiving and retaining the male member.
Apparel,
subclass 322 for torso or limb encircling garment supporters provided
with a buckle and separate fastening means in the form of a snap fastener.
This subclass is indented under subclass 305. Subject matter wherein one of the fasteners is in the form
of a clasp* which either (a) has connected gripping jaws
adapted to engage structure-to-be-secured(*), or (b) performs
a securement by overedge engagement of structure-to-be-secured(*).
(1)
Note. Clasps* are usually designed to be secured
to belts, bands, or similar articles generally operated by having
one end of the belt, band, etc., fixedly secured to one end of the
clasp* with the other hinged and engaging the structure-to-be-secured(*)
and relies on inherent resilience or friction for securement. See (1)
Note under subclass 307 for the difference between a clasp* and
a buckle.
(2)
Note. One-piece clasps*, e.g., wire formed clips*,
sheet metal V or J clips*, are excluded from the this subclass
and are provided for in latter parts of the schedule.
This subclass is indented under subclass 326. Subject matter wherein the clasp* is provided with
two hinged members, the unhinged ends thereof being capable of engaging
structure-to-be-secured(*).
Animal Husbandry,
subclass 813 for a device for restraining a cow"s tail
that utilizes a clasp having pivotable members or resilient-type
configuration.
This subclass is indented under subclass 327. Subject matter wherein one of the pivoted member has a dimension
where the members are hinged such that in one pivoted position the member
acts with another member to engage and secure the structure-to-be-secured(*)
and in another pivoted position the members acts to disengage and
release the structure-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 327. Subject matter wherein two or more clasps(*) are
provided.
(1)
Note. To be proper in this and indented subclasses, the combined
clasp(*) must be the type that each clasp(*),
if separated or separable from each other, could function as a clasp(*)
and each clasp(*) must be different as to configuration
or composition; otherwise the document is properly classified in
subclasses 243+ and discretionarily cross-referenced to this
and indented subclasses.
Joints and Connections,
subclass 385 for plural clasp or clamp-type configurations utilized
to secure rods or plates together; and subclass 387 for plural clasps
or clamps utilized to secure flanged or grooved rods together.
This subclass is indented under subclass 329. Subject matter further provided with a second pair of hinged
elements attached or cooperating with one or more of the clasp* members
such that a force applied to the hinged joint of the second pair
of elements causes the elements to straighten out and apply forces
at the unhinged ends of the second pair of elements, the end forces
being transmitted to the one or more of the clasp* members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 329. Subject matter provided with a resilient means which regains
its original shape after distortation and is assembled with the
clasp* so as to force a hinged member thereof to move in
a certain direction.
Electrical Connectors,
subclasses 819+ for an uninsulated electrical connector having
a rigid nonresilient clamping part operated by a separate spring
means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 329. Subject matter provided with means having an eccentric dimension
cooperating with and moving one of the pivoted members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 327. Subject matter wherein a spring in the form of a helical
wire is assembled with the clasp(*) to force one of the
hinged members in a certain direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 326. Subject matter wherein two or more clasps(*) are
provided.
(1)
Note. to be proper in this and indented subclasses, the combined
clasps(*) must be the type that each clasp(*),
if separated from each other, can function as a clasp(*),
and each clasp(*) must be different as to configuration
or composition; otherwise, the document is properly classified as
an original in subclasses 243+ and discretionarily cross-referenced
to this and indented subclasses.
This subclass is indented under subclass 335. Subject matter wherein one of the clasps(*) is composed
of elastic substance which regains its original shape after distortion.
Static Structures (e.g., Buildings),
subclass 285.1 for resilient plural clasp means securing together
various modular section portions at right angles; subclasses 357+ for
plural resilient clasps securing the back of a support and front
of a settable material receiving backer; subclass 489.1 for separable
clip-type resilient fasteners utilized to secure facer or facer panels
to frame or shaft; subclass 582.1 for resilient clasp or clasp-joining
panels or modules with edgewise connecting features; and subclass
714 for resilient integral sheet or wire tie members for securing
open work, e.g., tress, trellis, grills, etc.
Supports,
subclasses 27.1+ for plural resilient clasps utilized in securing instruments
in panels; subclass 72 for resilient plural clasps connecting beams
and brackets; and subclass 229.1 for resilient plural clasps interlocking
a bracket in a support of an aperture board.
Land Vehicles,
subclasses 11.37+ for plural resilient clasps utilized in securing
skis; and subclass 184 for plural resilient clamp or clasp-type configurations
utilized in securing reigns or whip to wheeled vehicles.
Joints and Connections,
subclass 387 for plural resilient clasps securing flanged or
grooved rods to plates; and subclass 397 for resilient clips utilized in
securing rods to plate or similar configurations.
Electrical Connectors,
subclasses 577+ for wall plate or panel mounting configurations
in the form of plural resilient radially expanding spring members
extendable through or into panel openings.
This subclass is indented under subclass 336. Subject matter provided with means having an eccentric dimension
cooperating with and moving a portion of a clasp.
This subclass is indented under subclass 336. Subject matter provided with separate elastic means assembled
with a clasp(*) to force a jaw portion of the clasp(*)
to move in a certain direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 336. Subject matter wherein the clasp(*) is specially configured
to engage structure-to-be-secured(*) having a circular
or substantially circular cross section.
Electricity: Conductors and Insulators,
subclass 40 for plural resilient clasps engaging overhead round-type conductors;
subclass 94 for plural resilient clasps engaging or joining bare
conductors; subclass 138 for plural resilient clasp capable of engaging and
securing various circular cross-sectional insulators; and subclasses 172+ for
resilient plural clasps for securing insulated conductors.
Supports,
subclasses 37.3+ for resilient plural clasp supports for supporting
or holding cutlery; subclass 61 for resilient plural configuration
used in suspending overhead or messenger cables; subclass 68.1 for
plural resilient clasps utilized in bracketing or supporting plural
pipes or cables; and subclasses 74.1+ for resilient plural clasps
or clamps structure for supporting or bracketing pipes or cables.
Electrical Connectors,
subclasses 786+ for an uninsulated electrical connector having
resilient or spring-operated securing means for electrically joining
plural conductors.
This subclass is indented under subclass 336. Subject matter provided with a fastener comprising a piece
of wire having a head or headlike configuration at one end and a
penetrating point at the other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 336. Subject matter provided with separate means allowing the
two clasps(*) to be relatively easily engaged or disengaged
from each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 326. Subject matter comprising a generally disk-shaped body designed
to pass through and cooperate with a buttonhole or loop to produce securement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 326. Subject matter provided with a fastener in the form of a
hook comprising either a wire or rod section, one end of which is
curved or sharply bent, or an element having a J-shaped configuration
utilized as a hook.
This subclass is indented under subclass 343. Subject matter provided with means attaching the hook to
a clasp(*) wherein the hook is capable of moving relative
to the clasp(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 344. Subject matter further provided with means to rigidly position
the hook in any one of a plurality of selectable positions relative
to the clasp.
This subclass is indented under subclass 343. Subject matter wherein the clasp has a pair of gripping
jaws, wherein a jaw is constructed to grasp and hole the structure-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 346. Subject matter wherein the jaw is constructed to have a
piercing point capable of penetrating at least partly into the structure-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 343. Subject matter provided with pivotal means having an eccentric
dimension such that the pivotal means can move from an engaging
to a disengaging position relative to the structure-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 343. Subject matter wherein the clasp(*) has gripping
jaws capable of moving towards, away, and removeable from each other.
(1)
Note. A screw is capable of being a clasp(*) jaw
for purposes of this subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 326. Subject matter provided with a sheet metal or metal strip
section having a sharp projection stamped, cut, or formed thereon
capable of penetrating structure-to-be-secured(*).
Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclass 402 for fabric fastening means to elongated elements
by the use of a clasp and prong type fastener; and subclass 404
for fabric fastening means to an elongated element by the means
of a pointed, pierced, or hook element.
This subclass is indented under subclass 326. Subject matter provided with a pin fastener in the form
of a piece of wire having a head or headlike configuration at one
end and a penetrating point at the other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 351. Subject matter wherein the pin fastener is provided with
means or a configuration specially adapted to guard against loss
of the pin fastener.
(1)
Note. The prevention means may either be independent of the
pin or incorporated with the body if the clasp(*) and pin
structure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 352. Subject matter wherein a jaw of the clasp(*) has
the same special limits as, lies on the same longitudinal planar
axis as, and is adjacent to the pin fastener.
Jewelry,
subclass 2 for miscellaneous type loss-prevention devices
for jewelry; and subclass 20 for ornamental pins provided with pin
loss prevention means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 351. Subject matter wherein the pin fastener has the same special
limits as, lies on the same plane as, and is adjacent to the pin
fastener.
This subclass is indented under subclass 351. Subject matter wherein the pin fastener acts as jaw of the
clasp(*) to secure the structure-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 303. Subject matter provided with a pin fastener comprising a
piece of wire having a head or headlike configuration at one end
and a penetrating point at the other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 356. Subject matter provided with a second pin fastener in the
form of a piece of wire having a head or headlike configuration
at one end and a penetrating point at the other.
(1)
Note. To be proper in this and indented subclasses, the combined
pins must be the type that, in addition to being composed of plural
elements, the pins are different in configuration or composition,
e.g., in length, cross-sectional dimension, shape of the point,
etc; otherwise the document is properly classified in subclasses
150+ and discretionarily cross-referenced to this and indented subclasses.
This subclass is indented under subclass 357. Subject matter provided with disconnectable means which
allow the two pins to be relatively easily engaged or disengaged
from each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 358. Subject matter wherein the disconnect means comprises a
first component in the form of a hook composed of wire sharply bent
or curved at one end specially adapted to engage and disengage with
a second component in the form of a eye fastener composed of a wire
curved back and attached onto itself.
This subclass is indented under subclass 357. Subject matter further provided with a hook comprising either
a wire or rod section, one end of which is curved or sharply bent,
or an element having a J-shaped configuration utilized as a hook.
This subclass is indented under subclass 360. Subject matter provided with means for attaching either
the hook to the pins or the pins to each other, wherein the hook
or pins are movable with respect to each other subsequent to attachment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 357. Subject matter provided with means attaching the pins to
each other, wherein the pins are movable with respect to each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 356. Subject matter provided with a hook either in the form of
a wire rod section, the end of which is curved or sharply bent,
or an element having a J-shaped configuration utilized as a hook.
This subclass is indented under subclass 363. Subject matter provided with means attaching the pin to
the hook wherein the pin and hook are moveable relative to each
other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 364. Subject matter provided with means to rigidly position the
hook in any one of a plurality of selectable positions relative
to the pin.
This subclass is indented under subclass 363. Subject matter wherein the hook is provided with means capable
of moving from a securing to an unsecuring position relative to
the curved or bent end.
This subclass is indented under subclass 356. Subject matter comprising a generally disk-shaped body designed
to pass through and cooperate with a buttonhole or loop to produce securement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 356. Subject matter provided with means having a sheet metal
or metal strip section having a sharp projection stamped, cut, or
formed thereon capable of penetrating structure-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 303. Subject matter provided with a hook either in the form of
a wire or rod section, the end of which is curved or sharply bent
or, an element having a J-shaped configuration utilized as a hook.
Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclasses 348+ for various drapery hooks used in hanging or suspending
drapes with pleating means or other drapery facilitating functions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 369. Subject matter provided with a second hook either in the
form of a wire or rod section, one end of which is curved or sharply
bent, or an element having a J-shaped configuration utilized as
a hook.
(1)
Note. To be proper in this and indented subclasses, the combined
hooks must be the type that, in addition to being composed of plural
elements, the hooks are different in configuration or composition,
e.g., in length, cross-sectional dimension, etc.; otherwise the
document is properly classified in subclasses 230.5+ and
discretionarily cross-referenced to this and indented subclasses.
This subclass is indented under subclass 370. Subject matter provided with separate elastic means assembled
with the hooks to force the hooks toward or away from each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 370. Subject matter wherein a hook is provided with securing
means capable of moving from a securing to an unsecuring position
relative to an open end of the hook.
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter wherein the securing means comprises an element
capable of moving in smooth continuous contact with a portion of the
hook adjacent the open end.
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter wherein the securing means comprises a spring
or a member biased by a spring such that the spring or member is
normally in a secured position with respect to the open end of the
hook.
(1)
Note. The structure-to-be-secured(*) with the hook
usually engages and moves the spring or member to the unsecured
position and then allows the spring or member to return to the secured
position thereby securing the struc-ture-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 369. Subject matter provided with a sheet metal or metal strip
section having a sharp projection stamped, cut, or formed thereon
capable of penetrating structure-to-be-secured(*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 369. Subject matter wherein one of the fasteners comprises a
generally disk-shaped body, designed to pass through and cooperate
with a buttonhole or loop, to produce securement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 305. Subject matter wherein one of the fasteners comprises a
generally disk-shaped body designed to pass through and cooperate
with a buttonhole or loop to produce securement and other fastener
is of a different size, shape, or type.
This subclass is indented under subclass 303. Subject matter wherein one of the fasteners comprises a
sheet metal or metal strip section having a sharp projection stamped,
cut, or formed thereon capable of penetrating structure-to-be-secured(*).
(1)
Note. For this definition, the term "penetrating" is
defined as an elastic deformation of the structure-to-be-secured(*) without
piercing of same.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a zipper* or a required
component of a zipper* (i.e., interlocking configured surface
or sliding device).
(1)
Note. An interlocking configured surface which is disclosed
as having both utility as a subcomponent of a zipper* and
as a separable-fastener* is classified here and crossed
to separable-fastener*.
(2)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedure.
Metal Working,
subclass 33.2 for plural diverse manufacturing apparatus for
shaping or assembling a metal zipper or zipper component; subclasses 408+ for
a method of making a zipper; and subclasses 766+ for apparatus which
assembles a zipper or components thereof.
Textiles: Knitting,
subclass 80 for machines for knitting stringer tapes which
incorporate unknit or fleece-type material (e.g., coiled wire) into
a knitted fabric; and subclasses 192+ for a warp knit fabric
incorporating an unknitted material (e.g., nominally recited zipper
tooth).
Textiles: Weaving, appropriate subclasses for machines for weaving stringer
tapes which incorporate additional material (e.g., coiled wire);
and
subclass 384 for woven fabrics having a special shape (e.g.,
zipper stringer tapes and nominally recited zipper tooth).
Plastic and Nonmetallic Article Shaping or Treating:
Processes,
subclass 252 for separately molding different shaped article
portion (teeth) along a sheet edge (e.g., zipper stringer tape) to
produce a composite article; and subclasses 280+ for reshaping
indefinite length work.
Plastic Article or Earthenware Shaping or Treating:
Apparatus, appropriate subclasses, and cross-reference art collection
814 for means to inject mold component parts of a zipper.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Subject matter including two or more zippers* which
are distinct from each other.
(1)
Note. The zippers* are considered distinct if at
least (a) there are two distinct sets (i.e., two opposed pairs),
of interlocking surfaces which are either noncolinear or if collinear
have a structural member preventing movement of a common sliding
device along both sets of surfaces, and (b) the sets of interlocking surfaces
are either operated by independently movable sliding devices or
a sliding device which connects two distinct surface camming portions
together which each operate on a different one of the sets.
This subclass is indented under subclass 382. Subject matter in which plural sets of interlocking surfaces
are fabricated together during manufacture on a common assembly
strip (i.e., stringer) intended to be cut into separate zippers* in
a latter manufacturing step.
This subclass is indented under subclass 282. Subject matter including structure which prevents the passage
of a particular substance (e.g., fluid, dust, water, air) through
the joint formed in the structure-to-be-secured* by the interlocking
surfaces of the zippers*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* provided with either a single sliding device
or two interconnected sliding devices having an open region located
therein or therebetween, respectively, through which a member not
forming a part of the zipper and utilized in subject matter proper
for another class is intended to extend.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* provided with two or more independently
movable sliding devices each traveling along at least one common
segment of a single set of interlocking surfaces.
for plural zippers* having sets of interlocking
surfaces with a common longitudinal axis and plural sliding devices
which never traverse any common segment of the sets of surfaces.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* provided with stationary, nonrepetitive means
distinguishable from the interlocking surface and its supporting
structure which is either positioned at one of the terminal ends thereof
or a particular point therealong and intended to cooperate with
a portion of the sliding device to hold it at a particular location.
for position locking-means* supported by
the slider and intended to cooperate with repetitive structure located
along the length of the interlocking surface to anchor the slider
at any position on the surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Stationary holding means having additional structure for
either (a) aligning the interlocking surfaces of the zipper*,
or (b) preventing or slowing the movement of the sliding device along
the interlocking surfaces beyond the point at which they contact.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* provided with a member which does not form
a portion of the interlocking surfaces and which prevents the passage
of a particular substance (e.g., water, air, fluid, dust) through the
joint formed in the structure-to-be-secured* by the interlocking
surfaces of the zipper*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Subject matter provided with a separable-fastener* which
is distinct from the interlocking configured surface and not directly
contacting the sliding device or effecting the zipper"s* operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* including at least one interlocking surface
consisting of a slender coiled or bent, rigid* or semirigid* filament
which extends the full length of the surface.
(1)
Note. Patents having peculiar interlocking structure (i.e.,
head) have been crossed into this subclass from its indented subclasses.
This subclass is indented under subclass 391. Zipper* provided with an intermediate mounting
strip which is attached to the coiled or bent filament by the intertwining
of plural slender elements which form the material of the strip and
the filament during a weaving or knitting operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 391. Zipper* provided with an intermediate mounting
strip which both (a) connects the filament to the structure-to-be-secured*,
and (b) is formed by intertwining plural slender elements into a
piece of material having a particular woven or knitted pattern.
This subclass is indented under subclass 391. Zipper* provided with a member which extends the
length of the interlocking surface and is encircled by the coils
or bends of the filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 391. Coiled or bent filament provided with structural formations
positioned along its length which are intended to cooperate with
stitching utilized in attaching the filament to either the structure-to-be-secured* or
an intermediate mounting strip (e.g., stringer tape) intended to be
connected to the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 391. Coiled or bent filament attached by stitching to either
the structure-to-be-secured* or an intermediate mounting
strip intended to be connected thereto.
This subclass is indented under subclass 396. Coiled or bent filament wherein a distinctive physical property
of either (a) the stitching string which is utilized in the stitching
operation, or (b) the struc-ture-to-be-secured* or the mounting
strip to which the filament is attached by the string, is utilized
to enhance the attachment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 391. Zipper* provided with an intermediate mounting
strip having a distinctive physical property used to enhance the
attachment between the strip and the filament.
for a continuous wire interlocking surface attached
to a stringer tape by stitching and either the string or stringer
tape having a distinctive property which effects the attachment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* including at least one interlocking surface
consisting of either a single member or plural aligned members having
a specific and continuous cross-sectional formation perpendicular
to and along the full length of the interlocking surface.
for a separable-fastener* having two elongated,
similarly shaped, interlocking faces which each have parallel cross
sections of identical shape along their full length.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zippers* including at least one interlocking surface
formed from a single member and having a cross-sectional shape which
varies at different points perpendicular to and located along its
length.
for a separable-fastener* having two, similarly
shaped, interlocking faces which each have parallel cross sections
of varying shape along their length.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* including specific details of an interlocking
surface which is constructed from plural, discrete elements (i.e.,
teeth) attached in a series either directly to the structure-to-be-secured* or
to an intermediate mounting strip (i.e., stringer) which is intended
to be connected to the structure-to-be-secured* in another
distinct operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Zipper* wherein the series of elements of one of
the interlocking surfaces either (a) includes one or more elements
in the series having no exterior face intended to interlock with
an element of the mating surface, (b) includes a gap between two
of the elements in the series which is significantly larger than
the spacing between the majority of elements in the series, or (c)
extends a significantly longer distance than the opposed series
of elements.
This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Element constructed with a functional or design feature
(e.g., guide slots for sliding devices) not essential to, nor perfecting,
either the portion of the element which (a) contacts and interlocking
with an opposed element, or (b) attaches the element to the structure-to-be-secured* or
mounting strip.
This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Zipper* wherein at least one discrete element of
an interlocking surface is dissimilar in construction or configuration
to the discrete element in the opposed surface with which it is intended
to engage when the zipper* is closed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Element wherein the portion of the element intended to contact
and interlock with an element of the mating interlocking surface
is formed from a slender, rigid* or semirigid* filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Discrete elements premounted during the manufacture of the
zipper* to a distinct strand before being attached as a
unit in a latter manufacturing step.
This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Element wherein the portion of the discrete element intended
to contact and interlock with a portion of an identical discrete
element or elements of the mating interlocking surface includes
a face having specific shape or contour (e.g., hooked).
This subclass is indented under subclass 409. Discrete element face including two identically shaped symmetrical
formations located on opposite sides of the discrete element for
interlocking engagement with identical formations on two different
discrete elements of the mating interlocking surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 409. Discrete element face including two, complementary-shaped
formations (e.g., cavity and projection) located on opposite sides
of the discrete element for interlocking with complementary formations
on two different discrete elements of the mating interlocking surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 411. Discrete element face wherein the discrete elements of the
mating surface which interlock therewith have identically shaped
formations turned in the opposite direction of slider travel.
This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Discrete element wherein the portion of the element intended
to contact and facilitate attaching it to either the structure-to-be-secured* or
the mounting strip includes a particular structural formation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 413. Element attaching portion including a pair of opposed cooperating
jaws which embrace either the structure-to- be-secured* or
the mounting strip.
for a separable-fastener* with one of its
members provided with deformable means formed from or fixedly attached
to it for mounting it to the structure-to-be-secured* or
a support therefor.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* in which a portion or component of the sliding
device (1) has either a particular (a) shape or contour, (b) assembled
relationship, or (c) perfecting feature unrelated to its primary function
of shifting interlocking surfaces, or (2) is made from a particular
composition of matter.
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Sliding device including two spaced walls located on opposite
sides of the structure-to-be-secured* which are connected
together in a manner allowing relative movement therebetween and
utilized both (a) to support the interlocking surface camming and
shifting components of the device, and (b) to restrain the separation
of the interlocking surfaces.
(1)
Note. The spaced walls of this subclass merely restrain the
separation of the contacted segment of the interlocking surfaces
within a fixed bounded region for alignment purposed and do not
shift the surfaces into an interlocked position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Sliding device in which the surface camming and shifting
components include (a) two converging walls forming a channel which
forces the two interlocking surfaces towards each other and into
engagement when the sliding device is traveling in one direction,
and (b) a member located between and movable relative to both of
the channel walls which forces the two interlocking surfaces away
from each other and out of engagement when the sliding device is
traveling in the opposite direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Sliding device including locking-means* attached
thereto and operated either (a) by a sudden separation force on
the structure-to-be-secured*, or (b) by hand for anchoring
the sliding device at any position located along the length of the
interlocking surfaces.
This subclass is indented under subclass 418. Sliding device provided with a movably attached member (e.g.,
bar, chain) by which the pulling force necessary to shift the device along
the length of the surfaces is transmitted, and wherein the locking-means* for
the sliding device consists of either an integrally formed or rigidly
affixed protrusion which is located on the pull member and engages
with the interlocking surfaces when the pull member is moved relative
to the slider.
This subclass is indented under subclass 418. Sliding device provided with a movably attached member (e.g.,
bar, chain) by which the pulling force necessary to shift the device along
the length of the interlocking surfaces is transmitted, and wherein
the locking-means* for anchoring the sliding device includes
an element either separate from or movably attached to the pull
member which is engaged with the interlocking surfaces when the
pull member is reoriented or relocated relative to the sliding device.
This subclass is indented under subclass 420. Locking-means* wherein the interlocking surface
engaging element is either (a) constructed to be resilient* (b)
made from a resilient* material, or (c) is attached to
a spring which pulls it toward an initial position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 421. Locking-means* in which the resilient* or spring
biased element may be shifted into engagement with the interlocking
surfaces by either of two distinct pull members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 421. Locking-means* provided with a separate, motion
transmitting, linking member located between the pull member and
the resilient* or spring biased element and movable relative
to each.
This subclass is indented under subclass 421. Locking-means* in which the interlocking surface
engaging element is biased by a spring which is not integral therewith.
This subclass is indented under subclass 421. Locking-means* in which an aperture is formed in
the interlocking surface engaging element for encircling a relatively
fixed column or finger which limits this encompassing portion of
the element to travel along the column"s length.
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Sliding device including means either formed from or attached
to the sliding device for preventing the gathering, puckering, or
wrinkling of either (a) the structure-to-be-secured*, or
(b) an intermediate mounting strip utilized in mounting the interlocking
surfaces to the structure-to-be-secured* at one location
during the travel of the sliding device.
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Sliding device including specific details of either the
shape of or the assembled relationship between (a) a channel portion
of the sliding device having converging walls which partially encompass
and force together the interlocking surfaces when the sliding device travels
in one direction, (b) a wedging portion of the sliding device which
pushes between and forces apart the interlocking surfaces when the device
travels in the opposite direction, or (c) a wall portion of the
sliding device which supports the channel and wedging portions and restrains
the outward movement of the interlocking surfaces within a fixed
bounded region for alignment purposes.
This subclass is indented under subclass 427. Sliding device in which each of the converging walls of
the channel portion includes two distinct sections which have (a)
an open gap therebetween and (b) are each supported by a different
restraining wall of the sliding device.
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Sliding device including both (a) member through which the
pulling force necessary to shift the device along the length of
the interlocking surface is transmitted to the sliding device and
(b) means for attaching this member to the sliding device.
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Sliding devices including means for attaching separate components
of the sliding device together into a unit.
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Sliding device provided with at least one component intended
to enhance the appearance of the sliding device (e.g., decorative
indicia thereof, a symbolic configuration, ornamental material attached
thereto).
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* provided with a member which covers the
interlocking surfaces concealing them from view and is either formed
for a portion of an intermediate strip (i.e., stringer) utilized
in mounting the interlocking surfaces to the structure-to-be-secured*,
an independent piece of material attached to either the mounting
strip or the structure-to-be-secured.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* including means having a component located
at the terminal portion of each of the interlocking surfaces which
are structurally complementary to each other and align the ends
of the interlocking surfaces.
This subclass is indented under subclass 433. Aligning means having either (a) specific structure for
attaching the aligning means to the structure-to-be-secured* or
to an intermediate mounting strip utilized in interconnecting the
aligning means to the structure-to-be-secured*, or (b)
specific structure near the attachment joint for reinforcing and
preventing damage to the structure-to-be-secured* or the mounting
strip.
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* including means distinct from the interlocking
surfaces for attaching at least one portion of an interlocking surface
to the opposed interlocking surface.
for a separable-fastener* which secures
the upper ends of two stringer tapes together without effecting
the operation of the zipper* (i.e., the securing is not
necessary for the normal operation of the zipper*).
This subclass is indented under subclass 381. Zipper* including means separate from the sliding
device which prevents or slows the movement of the device along
the interlocking surfaces beyond the point at which it is located (e.g.,
end of surface).
SLIT CLOSING MEANS INCLUDING GUIDES ON OPPOSITE EDGES OF
SLIT AND SLIDABLE BRIDGING COMPONENT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising means which either pulls together
or covers an elongated opening in the structure-to-be-secured*,
and includes (a) guides located on the opposite longitudinal edges
of the opening, and (b) a component which contacts both opposed
guides and slides thereon when moving to or from a position where
it extends across the gap between the longitudinal edges of the
opening to shut or cover it.
(1)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 437. Subject matter provided with a hand-actuated*, rigid* element
which is pivotally connected to the sliding component and shifts
the component between different positions when manual force is applied
thereto and the element is swung about the pivot connection.
This subclass is indented under subclass 437. Sliding component including structure which (a) is located
between and connects together the distinct portions of the component
which contact the guides positioned on opposite sides of the opening,
and (b) allows the distance between these guide contacting portions
to change or be adjusted.
This subclass is indented under subclass 437. Subject matter including plural sliding components connected
in sequential order along the length of a common, distinct element
(e.g., cord) which transmits to the components the force necessary
to shift them along the guides.
This subclass is indented under subclass 437. Subject matter including plural, separate, sliding components
which are movable independently along the same set of opposed guides.
INCLUDING READILY DISSOCIABLE FASTENER HAVING NUMEROUS,
PROTRUDING, UNITARY FILAMENTS RANDOMLY INTERLOCKING WITH, AND SIMULTANEOUSLY
MOVING TOWARDS, MATING STRUCTURE (E.G., HOOK-LOOP TYPE FASTENER):
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including means (1) for securing a segment
of the structure-to-be-secured* to either supporting structure
therefor or a distinct segment thereof in a manner allowing the
securement to be quickly detached, and (2) having a multiplicity
of individual threadlike (i.e., the size of a cross-sectional area
thereof taken perpendicular to its longitudinal axis being extremely
small when compared to the area of the common mounting surface for
the members) members which (a) each have all of their components
integral with or fixedly attached to one another (b) are mounted
to a common mounting surface anchored to the structure-to-be-secured* or
a support structure therefor from which they extend upwardly, and
(c) are intended to move both without preorientation and in unison towards
engagement with separate, opposed structure attached to, formed
from, or consisting of the distinct segment of the structure-to-be-secured* or
the support structure therefor with which each threadlike member
individually and mechanically interlocks (i.e., its movement is
restricted in the direction in which force is transmitted thereto
by the structure-to-be-secured*) to complete the securement.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this and the indented subclasses several
of the threadlike members should, by disclosure, be mounted along
each side of the common mounting surface to allow random alignment
of the means with the opposed structure at any given orientation
of the mounting surface.
(2)
Note. Patents which claim only structure details of a single,
interlocking, threadlike member which is solely disclosed as being
utilized in a securing means proper for this and the indented subclasses
have been placed in these subclasses on a disclosure basis.
(3)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedure.
(4)
Note. Pointed or barbed threadlike members which pierce the
unmodified surface of the structure-to-be-secured* or a support
therefor to complete the securement operation are considered proper
for this and the indented subclasses.
Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles,
subclass 100 for a structurally defined web or sheet including
a hook or barb fastener for attachment to an external surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Securing means provided with structure which does not form
a portion of any of the interlocking, threadlike members and which
prevents the passage of a particular substance (e.g., water) through
the joint formed between the interlocking members and the opposed
structure with which they interlock during the securing operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Threadlike member mounting surface provided with a special
structural feature which is intended to assist in, expedite, improve
the quality of, or cause its anchoring to either the distinct segment
of the structure-to-be-secured* or the support structure
therefor.
for a separable-fastener* having means
for mounting one of its members to a distinct segment of the structure-to-be-secured* or
the support structure therefor.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Securing means having at least two of the individual threadlike
members both formed from a common continuous element which is mounted to
the mounting surface by the intertwining of the element with a plurality
of distinct (i.e., having different structural shape or assembled orientation
from element), slender strands forming the material of the mounting
surface during a weaving or knitting operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Securing means in which the individual threadlike members
located on the common mounting surface have a diversity of configurations or
dimensions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Securing means provided with a feature which is specifically
intended to assist in, expedite, improve the quality of, or cause
the mounting of the threadlike members to the mounting surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 447. Mounting feature utilizing either the thermal properties
or molecular adhesive forces of the threadlike members, mounting
surface, or a separate mounting substance in the mounting operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Threadlike members having several, similar structural formations
formed along the length of the members, which formations are each intended
to be capable of interlocking with the opposed structure during
at least some of the securing operations.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Securing means wherein the opposed structure with which
the threadlike members of the securing means interlock is also formed
from a multiplicity of individual threadlike members having a configuration
which is different from that of the members they engage and interlock with.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Threadlike members having their individual structure formed
either (a) one substance enclosed within a layer of another distinct
substance, (b) two distinct layers of different substances united
together or, (c) two distinct substances each forming different
portions of the same member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Securing means having the mounting surface and their threadlike
members formed (e.g., molded, cut) from a single piece of material.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a securing means which (1) is
separated from (i.e., not mounted or attached to) both the structure-to-be-secured* and
any supporting structure therefor, (2) includes a relatively narrow
shank portion intended to (a) first pass freely through (i.e., not
interlock with) an initial preformed aperture in the structure-to-be-secured* or
supporting structure therefor and (b) then interlock with (i.e.,
movement of the securing means is restricted in a direction force
is exerted thereon by the struc-ture-to-be-secured*) an
aligned structural modification (e.g., aperture) or peculiarity
(e.g., bend) in either the supporting structure or a separate area
of the structure-to-be-secured*, and (3) includes an enlarged, insertion-force-transmitting
head portion which in final position contacts the surface area around
the initial aperture preventing the terminal end of the securing
means from passing therethrough.
(1)
Note. The area around the aperture in the structure-to-be-secured* is
held or gripped between the headed portion of the securing means
and the face of the structural modification or peculiarity after
interlock has taken place.
(2)
Note. The shank portion of the fastening means is always narrower
in at least one dimension than the headed portion thereof during
the insertion operation, however, it may include a section which before
or after it is passed through the aperture expands from a contracted
configuration to a configuration as wide or wider than the headed
portion.
(3)
Note. A securing means which in addition includes a component
which does not pass through the aperture and engages the tip of
the shank to complete its interlock with the modifications or peculiarities
is only considered proper for this subclass if the component is totally
separate from the remainder of the securing means and is found in
subclasses 455+ if linked by connecting structure (see
subclass 455, (1) Note.
(4)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedures.
for similar fasteners which include three separate
components and have at least two of these components formed from
either (1) material distinct from that of the structure-to-be-secured* or a
support therefor and not encompassed thereby, or (2) the material
of the structure-to-be-secured* or the support therefor,
however, in this instance, both of these components if one includes
an apertures must either, (a) have their interlocking structure remain
unaligned with each other along the central axis of the aperture when
in their final interlocked position, or (b) have the third element engage
each in a separate distinct interlocking operation.
Joints and Connections,
subclasses 405+ for a separate connector, fastener, or retainer
for connecting together rigid or semirigid panels in which either
(a) a peculiar cooperating configuration between the panels is claimed,
or (b) plural connectors, fasteners, or retainers are claimed in
a particular arrangement.
Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed,
or Locked-Threaded Fastener, for headed fastener which are either (a) impact
driven, (b) rotated by a torque applying tool, (c) have a permanently
deformed tip, or (d) have a pointed material impaling tip.
FASTENER WITH REVOLVING COMPONENT WRAPPING STRUCTURE-TO-BE-SECURED
ABOUT FASTENER:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a fastener having a component
revolving about (i.e., rotating at least 360°) a relatively
stationary component of the fastener along with a continuously engaged
segment of a flaccid* structure-to-be-secured* to
thereby wind the structure-to-be-secured* about at least
one component of the fastener.
CLASP, CLIP, SUPPORT-CLAMP, OR REQUIRED COMPONENT THEREOF:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a clasp*, clip*,
support clamp*, or required component (i.e., a surface
of the mechanism having the sole purpose of gripping a structure-to-be-secured*)
thereof.
(1)
Note. Securing means having a component cooperating with a
structural modification formed in or from a portion of the structure-to-be-secured* (e.g., extending
through an aperture formed in the structure-to-be-secured*)
when operating are not considered proper for this and the indented
subclasses if the sole function of this modification is for the securing
operation and are generally found in separable-fasteners*.
The only exceptions to this statement are when (a) the component
of the securing means cooperating with the modification is used
to connect the article gripping face of a support-clamp* to
the structure-to-be-secured* which forms the opposed gripping
face, of the support-clamp*, it is then proper for subclass
458 if the article gripping face is claimed and the supporting article
has no special structural modification (e.g., another aperture being
gripped by the faces), or (b) the component is located on one gripping face
of an independent clasp* (i.e., a clasp* unconnected
in any manner to either another portion of the structure-to-be-secured* or
a supporting structure therefor) which is intended to merely grip
two segments of the structure-to-be-secured* together and
has its component supporting gripping face linked to its opposed
gripping face solely by structure which does not pass through the structural
modification in the structure-to-be-secured*.
(2)
Note. See Lines With Other Classes of the class definition
of this class for the line between Classes 24 and 248. Also, see
the search note to Class 24 in the class definition of Class 248.
(3)
Note. Securing means having a component which penetrates or
forms a passageway through the structure-to-be-secured* when
operating are not considered proper for this and the indented subclasses
and are found generally below in subclass 706 and its indented subclasses. The
only exception is when the penetrating component is (a) intended
to enhance the gripping action and is located on and protrudes at
an angle skewed to the structure-to-be-secured* contacting
surface of one of the relatively movable, interconnected, opposed
gripping faces of a clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp*, and
(2) not restricted by structure which contacts the portion of the
penetrating component extending through the structure-to-be-secured* to
prevent its removal in a direction opposed to that of its entry
into the structure-to-be-secured*.
(4)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedures.
for paper fasteners, clipboards, and other paper
clamping devices which cooperate with specific paper structure for
holding the paper in a given position. Paper fasteners of a more general
utility are classified under subclass 455 or its indented subclasses.
for clasps*, clips* or support- clamps* which
cooperate with specific bedclothes structure for holding bedclothes
in a given position. Bedclothes holders of a more general utility
are classified under subclass 455 or its indented subclasses.
for a cord or rope engaging fastener which is a
component of a clasp* and holds one portion of a cord or
rope relative to another portion of a cord or rope where the cord
or rope has another principal function (i.e., it is the structure-to-be-secured* since
it has principle utility outside this class).
Apparel,
subclasses 300 through 342for clasps*, clips*, support-clamps* used
to support or retain garments or to hold parts of a garment supporter together
where significant structure or features of the garments or parts
held (i.e., details not required for gripping) are claimed. See
(1) Note of the class definition of this class.
Beds, particularly
subclasses 402+ for devices for securing a cover to a pad or bottom
of a bedstead; subclass 411 for devices for securing a portion of
a mattress on to a section of a bed which has been unfolded or extended; and
subclass 498 for devices for holding bedclothes on the bed or details
of the bedclothes. Details of the specific bedclothes, bed, or portion
thereof must be claimed.
Miscellaneous Hardware (e.g., Bushing, Carpet Fastener, Caster, Door Closer, Panel Hanger, Attachable or Adjunct Handle, Hinge, Window Sash Balance, etc.), particularly
subclasses 4+ for a device (e.g., clip*, clasp*,
or support-clamp*) peculiar to, or having a sole disclosure
for use in, securing a carpet to the floor of a building; and subclass
428 for a device peculiar to, or having a sole disclosure for use
in, securing a cord pull handle to window blind.
Metal Working, particularly
subclass 13 and 400.1+, for a process of manufacturing
a metal clasp*, clip* or support-clamp*.
Search in particular subclasses 33+, 650, and 700+ for
the means for performing the process.
Leather Manufactures, particularly
subclasses 19+ for apparatus (e.g., a clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp*) peculiar to or having a sole disclosure for
use in the stretching or holding of leather.
Measuring and Testing, particularly
subclasses 831+ and 856+ for apparatus (e.g., a clasp*,
clip*, or support-clamp*) peculiar to or having
a sole disclosure for use in specimen measuring and testing.
Machine Element or Mechanism, particularly
subclasses 144+ for a device (e.g., a clasp*) which intermittently grips,
for the purpose of moving, a member (e.g., a polish rod); and subclasses
579+ for a pitmen or connecting rod and its gripping device.
Toilet, particularly
subclass 41 for hair retained curlers with a clasp* type
hair fastener; and subclasses 46 and 48 for curl, clasp*,
or barrette-type hair fasteners.
Adhesive Bonding and Miscellaneous Chemical Manufacture, particularly
subclasses 1+ and 66 for a method of manufacture of an adhesively
bonded clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp*.
Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel, particularly
subclasses 349.1+ for hung drapes combined with drape holding means;
and subclasses 382+ for fabric fastening means.
Tool Driving or Impacting, particularly
subclasses 163+ for a machine wrench which grips and rotates a
pipe or rod (e.g., a well pipe to move it into and out of a material).
Boring or Penetrating the Earth, particularly
subclass 422 for a clasp* (e.g., a well slip assembly)
which separately travels with an earth boring shaft or which cooperates
with specifically shaped well structure which stops or actuates
the clasp*. A broader claiming of a well drilling apparatus
is not sufficient for placement in Class 175.
Brakes, particularly
subclass 67 for a brake (e.g., a clasp*) mechanically connected
to a relatively stationary structure and which holds a pipe or rod
at various locations along the pipe"s or rod"s
length for short, quick linear assembly or disassembly during a
work or manufacturing operation, or preparatory to a working operation, done
by the pipe, rod, or a pipe supported tool.
Supports: Racks, appropriate subclasses for structure which supports and
article against the pull of gravity or holds it in a storage position;
particularly
subclasses 119.11 through 119.13for article gripper means supported by, and in
combination with, a clothesline.
Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or
Pulling Force, appropriate subclasses for a clasp* attached to
a work pushing or pulling implement or apparatus.
Plastic and Nonmetallic Article Shaping or Treating:
Processes, particularly
subclasses 239+ for a process of mechanical shaping or molding
to form or reform a shaped, plastic or nonmetallic clasp*,
clip*, or support-clamp*.
Work Holders, appropriate subclasses for clamps which hold an
article (e.g., a well pipe or rod) while modifying work is done
on it, or while a plurality of articles are being located in an
assembled arrangement.
Chucks or Sockets, appropriate subclasses for a chuck or socket which grips
a pipe, rod, or tool which is intended to be rotated or repeatedly reciprocated
by an unclaimed power boring source.
Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, particularly
subclasses 86+ and 102 for a grapple which is disclosed for gripping
articles (e.g., well pipes or rods) being moved between two locations
by either a hand or cable lifting force.
Binder Device Releasably Engaging Aperture or
Notch of Sheet, appropriate subclasses for clamping devices which
cooperate with an aperture or notch in sheet material.
Joints and Connections, appropriate subclasses for means securing plural members
together whereby the means is involved in a particular cooperation or
relation with the members. See in particular
subclasses 344 , 345+ and Digest 5 for carbon rod holders.
Plastic Article or Earthenware Shaping or Treating:
Apparatus, appropriate subclasses for means to injection mold
plastic or earthenware component parts of a clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
a gripping member specifically shaped or arranged for direct cooperation
with a separate hand or power operated, force transmitting implement (i.e.,
a tool) which causes an engaging surface of the gripping member
to be nondestructively moved into or out of securing contact with
a structure-to-be-secured* or supporting member by direct
force from the implement.
(1)
Note. Clasps*, clips*, or support- clamps* having
intermediate operators* such as cams, screws, or bolts
which are actuated or released by a tool are not proper for this
subclass and may be found elsewhere under subclass 455.
(2)
Note. The combination of a clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp* and a positively claimed tool is found
in the class providing for the particular tool.
Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed,
or Locked-Threaded Fastener, for headed fasteners which are either (a) impact
driven, (b) rotated by a torque applying tool, (c) have a permanently
deformed tip, or (d) have a pointed material impaling tip.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* provided
with specific means for attaching it to a rigid* or semirigid* (a)
supporting structure, or (b) structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. The actual mounting means, per se, must be positively
claimed for the combination to be considered proper for this subclass.
The mere claiming of a clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* which is "adapted" for
mounting is considered insufficient for placement herein. The clasp*,
clip*, or support-clamp*, after being mounted
to the supporting structure or the structure-to-be-secured* is then
capable of gripping a structure-to-be-secured* or supporting
structure, respectively.
(2)
Note. See (1) Note of subclass 455 for the line between this
subclass and subclass 572, Separable-Fastener or Required Component
Thereof.
(3)
Note. A rigid* or semirigid* linking structure
(e.g., a suspension ring or a wire coat hanger) which merely (i.e.,
its sole disclosed function) connects the clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp* to another structure which supports both the
clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* and the
linking structure is not considered alone to be a rigid* or
semirigid* support structure.
(4)
Note. This subclass does not include peculiar mounting formations
which either (1) (a) require the supporting structure to first pass
through the passageway formed by opposed structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surfaces and (b) are extensions of this passageway simply located
further therealong or (2) are intended to be capable of alternately being
utilized to grip the structure-to-be-secured* (e.g., not
plural clasping sections).
(5)
Note. See Lines With Other Classes in the class definition
of this class for the line between Classes 24 and 248. Also, see
the search note to Class 24 in the class definition of Class 248.
for paper fasteners, clipboards and other paper
clamping devices which cooperate with specific paper structure for
holding the paper in a given position. Paper fasteners of a more general
utility are classified under subclass 455 or its indented subclasses.
489, 497, 529, and 532, for a clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp* provided with mounting means for attaching
to a flaccid* supporting structure or structure-to-be-secured*.
Joint and Connections, for a separate connector, fastener, or retainer
for connecting together rigid* or semirigid* panels
in which either (a) a peculiar cooperating configuration between
the panels is claimed, or (b) plural connectors, fasteners, or arrangement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 457. Attaching means which cooperates with a preformed opening
in either the supporting structure or the structure-to-be-secured.
(1)
Note. A support-clamp* mounted to a structure-to-be-secured* via
an aperture therethrough must not pass through an additional aperture
on the supporting structure which is for the sole purpose of cooperating
with the support-clamp*. See subclass 455, (1) Note.
(2)
Note. See subclass 453, (3) Note and subclass 573, (2) Note
for further distinctions between those subclasses and this.
for a separable-fastener* which includes
three separate components and either (a) has at least two of these components
formed from material other than that of the structure-to-be-secured* or
a support structure therefor or (b) has two of these components formed
from the material of the structure-to-be-secured* or a
support structure therefor, but not aligned with each other when
in their final fastening position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp* having two completely detached gripping
members (i.e., the gripping members not being connected to each
other in any manner) which are intended to mate or interlock with each
other at a specific location while grasping the structure-to-be-secured* therebetween.
for a resilient mechanism which mates or interlocks
with structure which has an additional and usually principle function
other than normally associated with this class (e.g., a lawn chair frame
or a curtain rod) for grasping the structure-to-be-secured* (e.g.,
the lawn chair webbing or the curtain) therebetween.
This subclass is indented under subclass 459. Detached gripping members including one gripping member
having a generally C-shaped cross section and the other gripping
member being a rodlike element which fits into the opening of the
C-shaped gripping member when grasping the structure-to-be-secured* therebetween.
(1)
Note. A channel or bar of any suitable length is considered
appropriate for this subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 460. Detached gripping members having either (a) an operator* for
moving one of the gripping members into contact with the structure-to-be-secured*,
or (b) locking means* not directly engaging the structure-to-be-secured* itself
but retaining the opposed gripping members in contact therewith.
(1)
Note. The operator* must not directly contact the
structure-to-be-secured* to be proper for this subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 460. Detached gripping members wherein at least one of the gripping
members is either (a) constructed to be resilient*, or
(b) made from a resilient* material to aid in the mating
or interlocking of the gripping members.
(1)
Note. A gripping member merely formed from a resilient* material
but wherein the resiliency does not aid in the mating or interlocking
operation is not considered proper for this subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
a gripping member moved into or out of engagement with the structure-to-be-secured* by
a fluid force or fluid driven operator*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp* having (a) a projecting portion of one gripping
member (e.g., button, hook) inserted within a cavity portion of
the opposed gripping member (e.g., open loop, aperture, or slot member)
which receives both it and the structure-to-be-secured* in
such a manner as to subsequently restrict their relative movement
in the direction in which force is transmitted thereto by the structure-to-be-secured* and
(b) a flexible nongripping, elongated material through which the
gripping members are solely attached and which is capable of bending
at several points along its length without any essential resilient
biasing of either gripping member (i.e., the elongated material,
when formed from a resilient* substance, could theoretically
be replaced by a flaccid* material and the clasp* would
still function properly).
(1)
Note. The mere intermeshing or mating of opposed gripping
members is not considered to be interlocking unless the intermeshing
or mating portions tightly interfit or are otherwise held together
to restrict the separation of the gripping members.
(2)
Note. Patents in which both interlocking members include a
cavity (e.g., open loop, aperture, or slot) which at least partially
encompasses a portion of the opposed member"s structure
are placed in this and the indented subclasses according to the
following rule: The cavity or receiving member is always the member
whose opening encompasses the larger portion of the mating structure"s
surface at the interlocking connection (i.e., area of mutual contact).
The only exception to this rule is when a hook (i.e., a projection
having its end bent back towards its connection to the structure-to-be-secured*)
is maneuvered through a closed encircling member, in this situation,
the fully encircling member is always considered the cavity or receiving
member.
(3)
Note. The flexible, nonbiased material need not be fixedly
attached to either of the gripping members but may allow for the
sliding of either gripping member relative to the material.
(4)
Note. See subclass 487 definition and notes for the distinction
between an elongated strap and a hinge.
for interlocking, gripping members connected by
a resiliently biased flexible (e.g., plastic) strap which is essential
to the proper functioning of the clasp*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 464. Flexible, nonbiased, elongated material made from a separate,
flaccid* material.
(1)
Note. A multilink chain which acts in a flaccid* manner
is considered to be flaccid* even if its individual links
are rigid*.
(2)
Note. While the flaccid* material must be separate
from both the inserted and the receiving members it may wrap around
either and form part or all of the member"s engaging surface.
for interlocking, gripping members connected by
a flexible, biased, elongated material (e.g., elastic) whose biasing
force is essential to the proper function of the clasp*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 465. Clasps* in which the gripping members are provided
with means remote from their projecting and cavity portions which
both prevents the gripping members from uncoupling and does not
contact the structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. The remote means may additionally cause the gripping
members to move into or out of contact with the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 466. Uncoupling prevention means which is slidably guided and
moves relative to the structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surface of its gripping member while sliding along a linear or curvilinear
path.
This subclass is indented under subclass 465. Clasp provided with an attached separate (i.e., nonintegral)
piece or envelope of flaccid* material which is located
between one of the gripping members and the structure-to-be-secured* to
prevent injury to the structure-to-be-secured* by this
gripping member when the members are coupled together.
(1)
Note. The envelope may be an attached separate pocket of protective
material in which a gripping member is inserted in a readily removable
manner without requiring disassembly of the device before the gripping
members are coupled together.
(2)
Note. The separate flap or envelope does not conform to the
specific shape of either gripping member"s interlocking portions
when in the uncoupled position (i.e., it is not a form fitted cavity
or projection member covering).
This subclass is indented under subclass 465. Cavity gripping member provided with a nonunitary, relatively
movable, structure-to-be-secured* engaging portion which
blocks the withdrawal path of the projection gripping member (a)
preventing its uncoupling from the cavity gripping member, and (b)
aiding in the gripping of the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 465. Projection or cavity gripping member which is either (a)
made from a resilient* material, or (b) shaped in such
a manner that it is resiliently biased, to facilitate the coupling
of gripping members and the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 470. Resilient* projection or cavity gripping member
completely covered or coated on all significant engaging surfaces
with a separate, uniformly thick material which will (a) prevent either
gripping member from damaging the structure-to-be-secured* during
use, or (b) enhance the gripping of the structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. While the covering or coating may conform to the shape
of either the cavity or the projection gripping member engaging
surface it is not intended to form any of the interlocking protrusions, etc.,
per se, and its primary purpose must be the protection or gripping
of the structure-to-be-secured*.
(2)
Note. The portion of the inserted or receiving member used
for attaching it to the flaccid* connecting strap or other clasp* portion
is the only portion considered to be insignificant.
for a mechanism with a protecting flap or pocket
separate from the flaccid* connecting strap and between
the gripping members and the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 472. Projection gripping member having an engaging surface made,
at least in part, from a nonmetallic material (e.g., rubber, wood)
which is either resilient* itself or biased by a resilient* portion
of the projection gripping member.
for a projection gripping member covered or coated
by a separate, uniformly thick material which conforms to the shape
of the projection gripping member engaging surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Nonmetallic engaging surface consisting of a body with an
enlarged engaging head formed on or attached to a relatively narrower
engaging stem (e.g., mushroom shaped).
(1)
Note. The engaging head may be enlarged in only one transverse
direction with respect to the stem.
This subclass is indented under subclass 474. Projection gripping member having a supporting or strengthening
element located inside the nonmetallic head or stem.
This subclass is indented under subclass 475. Projection gripping member wherein either the enlarged engaging
head or stem has a circular cross section in the direction transverse
to the longitudinal axis of the head or stem.
This subclass is indented under subclass 465. Clasp* having tapered projection and complimentary
shaped cavity gripping members which, because of their tapered shape,
grasp the structure-to-be-secured* therebetween with increasing
force as they are moved towards each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 465. Clasp* wherein either (a) one of the gripping members
is provided with specific means for attaching it to the flaccid* material
connecting the gripping members together, or (b) a part of the clasp* is
provided with specific means for attaching the clasp* to
a support strap (e.g., garter strap).
(1)
Note. Details of the means for attaching must be positively
claimed for proper document placement herein as an original classification.
This subclass is indented under subclass 478. Specific attaching means on the projection gripping member
for attaching it to the flaccid* or the supporting strap.
(1)
Note. Details of the strap-end- attaching portion of the inserted
member must be claimed for placement herein as an original.
(2)
Note. There may also be attaching means claimed connecting
(a) the cavity member to the flaccid* strap, or (b) the
clasp* to a support strap.
This subclass is indented under subclass 465. Clasp* having (a) a projection gripping member
consisting of an enlarged engaging head formed on or attached to
a relatively narrower, rigid*, engaging stem (e.g., mushroom
shaped) and (b) a cavity gripping member consisting of an encircling
band or strip forming a variable width opening (e.g., keyhole shaped),
whereby the engaging stem of the projection gripping member is moved
from a wider portion of the cavity gripping member opening to a
narrower portion to securely grasp the structure-to-be-secured* therebetween
and prevent separation of the opposed projection and cavity gripping members.
(1)
Note. The cavity gripping may be attached to the flaccid* strap
or a supporting strap in such a manner as to form the closed loop
when viewed as a whole.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
at least a portion of one gripping member formed from flaccid* material.
(1)
Note. A multilink chain which acts in a flaccid* manner
in all directions is considered to be flaccid* even if
its individual links are rigid.
(2)
Note. This subclass is not intended to include rigid* or
semirigid* engaging members covered by a flaccid* piece
of material.
for a cord or rope engaging fastener which is a
component of a clasp* and holds one portion of a cord or
rope relative to another portion of a cord or rope where the cord
or rope has another principal function (i.e., it is the structure-to-be-secured* since
it has principle utility outside this class).
This subclass is indented under subclass 481. Flaccid* gripping member formed from a material
having a natural springiness which both allows it to significantly
elongate in at least one direction when a tensional force is applied
to it in that direction and fully return to its original length
(i.e., it suffers no permanent deformation) after this force is
removed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp* or support-clamp* wherein the gripping member
is completely wrapped around the structure-to-be-secured* or
a portion thereof and includes both a semirigid* strap
which at least partially encircles the structure-to-be-secured* and
an operator* for moving this strap into engagement with
the structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. The semirigid* strap may be a chain which is
not flaccid* in all direction.
(2)
Note. The operator* must not directly contact the
structure-to-be-secured* to be proper for this subclass.
for a cord or rope engaging fastener which is a
component of a clasp* and holds one portion of a cord or
rope relative to another portion of a cord or rope where the cord
or rope has another principal function (i.e., it is the structure-to-be-secured* since
it has principal utility outside this class).
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp* or support-clamp* wherein the gripping member
is completely wrapped around the structure-to-be-secured* or
a portion thereof and includes a semirigid* strap which
at least partially encircles the structure-to-be-secured* and
is provided with means permitting its length to be increased or
decreased to engage different sizes or amount of structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. The semirigid* strap may be a chain which is
not flaccid in all directions.
for a cord or rope engaging fastener which is a
component of a clasp* and holds one portion of a cord or
rope relative to another portion of a cord or rope where the cord
or rope has another principal function (i.e., it is the structure-to-be-secured* since
it has principle utility outside this class).
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* provided
with a rigid* specifically shaped, nongripping body (e.g.,
a yoke) or region for connecting together two or more clasp*,
clips*, or support-clamps* which are each capable
of functioning separately from one another and which are not formed
as a one piece body.
(1)
Note. The rigid* connecting structure may be either
integral with or separate from the clasps*, clips*,
or support-clamps* but must be for connecting one independently
operable clasp*, clip*, and support-clamp* to
another and not merely connecting opposing gripping members of either
or both clasp*, clip*, and support-clamps* together.
If the rigid* connecting structure is integral with either
or both clasps*, clip*, or support-clamp*,
the entire assemblage must be multipart in nature (i.e., both clasps*, clips*,
or support-clamps* and the rigid* structure must
not be formed together of a single piece of material).
(2)
Note. A rodlike, straight connecting body or region with a
constant cross section throughout its length is not considered specifically
shaped.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* wherein
an engaging surface of a gripping member is either formed from or
rigidly affixed to the end portion of a screw-threaded propelling
device.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
two opposed gripping members connected by either (1) a separate
flaccid* connector, or (2) a unitary, relatively thin,
nonbiasing, connecting portion which has both (a) its length no
longer than its width (i.e., not elongated) and (b) a bending segment
about which one of the gripping members moves in a pivoting manner (i.e.,
similar to a conventional pivot pin arrangement).
(1)
Note. The connector"s or connecting portion"s
length is considered to be the distance it extends between the opposed gripping
members while its width is transverse to its length and larger than the
similarly transverse thickness.
(2)
Note. Because of the short length of the connector or connector
portion, it only bends at a single location along its length.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
evenly spread or relatively smooth and uninterrupted, engaging surfaces
with the extremities thereof equidistant from a region about which
the surfaces can completely rotate (i.e., at least 360°) to
aid in grasping structure-to-be-secured* or support structure.
(1)
Note. This subclass includes rollers or balls which revolve
about a translating central axis to engage the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* including
a gripping member connected to another separate cooperating gripping
member in a manner allowing it to both (a) swing in an arcuate path about
a constantly contacted region located on either the other member
or intermediate structure linking it to the other member, and (b) have
relative movement between the contacting members or member and link
at the region.
(1)
Note. A distinct pivoted gripping member which swings about
a nonfixed point within a fixed region of and maintains constant
contact with the other member or linking structure is included herein.
(2)
Note. The constantly contacted region may never be a spring
for biasing the gripping members but may be a coat hanger rod if
just claimed as a generic type pivot rod without any further details of
the hanger.
(3)
Note. Gripping members which pivot only for the purpose of
adjustment prior to movement between a gripping and a nongripping
position are not considered proper for this subclass.
for gripping members formed from or mounted on a
resilient* member without maintaining separate constant contact
between the pivoted gripping member and either the other member or
linking structure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Swinging gripping member which additionally moves in a sliding
manner along the contact region of the opposed gripping member.
(1)
Note. The pivoted gripping member may slide either transversely
to or along the constantly contacted region.
(2)
Note. A slidable engaging face (e.g., button) mounted on a
pivoted nonsliding gripping member is not considered proper for
this and the indented subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 490. Gripping member which has nonparallel engaging surfaces
which cooperate with the engaging surfaces of the other gripping
member and wedge the structure-to-be-secured* therebetween.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Swinging gripping member which either (a) carries a separate,
sliding, structure-to-be-secured* engaging surface for
cooperation with an opposed gripping member, or (b) coacts with
an opposed gripping member which has a separate sliding, structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surface carried thereon.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* wherein
at least two swinging gripping members cooperate with a third gripping
member to grasp the structure-to-be-secured* therebetween.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* wherein
the swinging gripping member is shifted between positions by an
operator* including two rigid* arms, the first
arm being pivotally attached at opposite ends to both the second
arm and to the separate, swinging gripping member while the second
arm is additionally pivotally attached to the other gripping member
or to structure linking it thereto, the operator* transmitting
a force of varying intensity to the separate, swinging gripping
member as pressure is applied by moving the common connection of
the two arms in a direction transverse to the longitudinal axis
of either of the arms.
(1)
Note. The operator* must not directly contact the
structure-to-be-secured* to be proper for this subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Clasp*, clip* or support-clamp* having
the swinging gripping member connected to the other gripping member
by a rigid* linking element which has two spaced, nonaxially aligned,
constantly contacted rotational regions, one for each gripping member.
(1)
Note. While the mechanism herein may function in a togglelike
manner it is not a toggle operator* since the swinging
gripping member acts as one of the togglelike arms.
(2)
Note. The rigid* linking arm never positively engages
(i.e., exerts a holding force thereon) the structure-to-be-secured* in
a gripping manner although they may touch one another.
This subclass is indented under subclass 495. Linking element having a portion thereof which (a) extends
beyond one of the element"s rotational connections, and
(b) transmits a force exerted thereon to manipulate the swinging
gripping member into interlocking connection with the other gripping
member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 496. Linking element having the end of its extending portion
provided with structural modification for connecting it to supporting
structure (e.g., a garter strap).
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp wherein
the periphery of the engaging surface of the swinging gripping member
coacts against the engaging surface of an opposed gripping member and
applies continuous and progressively increasing pressure against
the structure-to-be-secured* as the swinging gripping member
is swung towards its final position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Swinging gripping member which is swung about its connection
and held into or out of contact with the structure-to-be-secured* by the
biasing force stored in either (a) a separate spring, or (b) an
integral, resilient* portion of either gripping member
which does not engage the structure-to-be-secured*.
and the subsequent subclasses under 489 for similar
clasp*, clips*, or support-clamps* for
which there is no resilient* biasing spring or portion claimed.
for pivoted gripping members with springs or resilient* portions
which only restrain the members to prevent relative movement but
do not bias the pivoted member about its axis region (e.g., hinge
locks).
This subclass is indented under subclass 499. Swinging gripping member wherein the biasing force on the
swinging gripping member is applied by a spring separate from both
gripping members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Swinging gripping member which (a) is attached to the outer
gripping member only through the separate spring, and (b) maintains
a separate different, contact region about which it swings but is
not attached.
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Swinging gripping member provided with an operator* to
cause the swinging motion between the gripping members.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this and the indented subclasses the
operator* must not directly contact the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 502. Operator* including either a rigid* or
semirigid*, rotatable camming or shiftable wedging element
having a contact surface which slides against, for causing the movement
of, a cooperating contact surface on or attached to either the swinging
gripping member or the other opposed gripping member when a rotating
or shifting force is applied to the camming or wedging element and
wherein the relative orientation or contour of one of the contacting surfaces
causes the movement of the contacted surface of one of the gripping
members to be in a direction other than (i.e., not identical to)
that of the shifting or rotating movement of the element.
Work Holders, particularly
subclasses 229+ for cam, eccentric, or wedge-type means actuating
a movable jaw for holding an object which is being worked upon.
This subclass is indented under subclass 503. Camming or wedging element which is pivoted or rotated relative
to the swinging gripping member or the opposed gripping member to cause
the swinging gripping member to move.
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* provided
with locking-means* which (a) prevents the separation of
the swinging gripping member from the opposed gripping member while
holding the relative position therebetween and (b) never directly
contacts and grasps the struc-ture-to-be-secured* (i.e.,
is not itself a gripping surface).
This subclass is indented under subclass 505. Locking-means* including an arm connected to either
one of the gripping members or some intermediate linking structure
in a manner allowing it to swing with relative movement at its connection
about a constantly contacted region.
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* wherein
one of the gripping members includes either a specific, different
substance or uneven surface formation forming the structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surface of the gripping member.
(1)
Note. Either a specific substance different in composition
from that of its gripping member or details of the facial contour
must be positively claimed for proper document classification placement
herein as an original.
(2)
Note. The facial contour may be either integral with, or on
structure distinct from and attached to, the gripping member.
(3)
Note. An engaging surface existing solely in a single plane
and formed along a curved, looped, or bent, gripping member is not
considered to be irregular since it is not uneven in the gripping
direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
a specific portion or element directly engaged by a living being
for applying or removing the clasp*, clip or support-clamp* to
or from a structure-to-be-secured* or for transporting
it.
(1)
Note. Details of the handle structure must be positively claimed
for proper document classification herein as an original.
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Spring wound or molded in the form of at least two complete
similarly shaped loops successively coiled around a common central
axis.
(1)
Note. The loops need not be circular in shape but the ends
of the coil must at least subtend an arc at 720° or greater.
This subclass is indented under subclass 509. Spring having either its looped portion wound about the
constantly contacted region of the gripping members or its central
axis collateral with that about which the gripping member swings.
This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Spring consisting of a thin, semirigid*, resilient* strip
or plate which is bendable about a line parallel to the largest
planar surface thereof when applying its biasing force.
(1)
Note. The spring or plate may be curved in shape, e.g., tubelike.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Swinging gripping member moved into a final gripping position
by either (a) the force of gravity alone thereon or upon structure
linked therewith, or (b) the weight of the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Swinging gripping member provided with an operator* to
cause the swinging motion between the gripping members.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this and the indented subclasses, the
operator* must not directly contact the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 513. Operator* including a helically threaded, cylindrical
rod for cooperating with a relatively rotatable helically threaded,
cylindrical cavity which moves relative to and along the longitudinal
axis of the rod.
This subclass is indented under subclass 513. Operator* including either a rigid* or
semirigid*, camming, or shiftable wedging element having
a contact surface which slides against, for causing the movement
of, a cooperating contact surface on or attached to either the swinging
gripping member or the other opposed gripping member when a rotating
or shifting force is applied to the camming or wedging element and
wherein the relative orientation or contour of one of the contacting surfaces
causes the movement of the contacted surface of one of the gripping
members to be in a direction other than (i.e., not identical to)
that of the shifting or rotating movement of the element.
Work Holders, particularly
subclasses 229+ for cam, eccentric, or wedge-type means actuating
a movable jaw for holding an object which is being worked upon.
This subclass is indented under subclass 515. Camming or Wedging element which is pivoted or rotated relative
to the swinging gripping member or the opposed gripping member causing
the swinging gripping member to move.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* provided
with locking-means* which (a) prevents the separation of
the swinging gripping member from the opposed gripping member while
holding the relative position therebetween and (b) never directly
contacts and grasps the structure-to-be-secured* (i.e.,
is not itself a gripping surface).
This subclass is indented under subclass 517. Locking-means* having all portions thereof formed
on and unitary with (i.e., not separately movable or rigidly attached
to) the opposed gripping members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
a projecting engaging surface portion on one gripping member (e.g.,
button, hook) inserted within a cavity engaging surface portion
on the opposed gripping member (e.g., open loop, slot member) which
receives both it and the structure-to-be-secured* in such
a manner as to subsequently restrict their relative movement in the
direction force is transmitted thereto by the structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. The mere intermeshing or mating of opposed gripping
members is not considered to be interlocking unless the intermeshing
or mating portions tightly interfit or are otherwise held together
to restrict the separation of gripping members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 519. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
at least one gripping member (a) made from a resilient* material,
or (b) shaped in such a manner that it is resiliently biased, to
facilitate their coupling.
This subclass is indented under subclass 489. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* wherein
one of the gripping members includes either a specific, different
substance or uneven surface formation forming the structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surface of the gripping member.
(1)
Note. Either a specific substance different in composition
from that of its gripping member or details of the facial contour
must be positively claimed for proper document classification herein
as an original.
(2)
Note. The facial contour may be either integral with, or on
structure distinct from and attached to, the gripping member.
(3)
Note. An engaging surface existing solely in a single plane
formed along a curved, looped, or bent gripping member, is not considered
to be irregular since it is not uneven in the gripping direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* including
two separate, opposed gripping members permanently retained by and
linked to each other or an intermediate structure by two distinct,
rigid* or semirigid* formations which (1) are
each integral with or attached to a different one of the members,
and (2) have mutually cooperating surfaces both (a) in sliding or
rolling contact with each other, and (b) restricting the movement
of one of the gripping members relative to the other gripping member
to a substantially single, primary direction along a linear or curvilinear
path when moving between a gripping and nongripping position.
(1)
Note. Gripping members which slide only for the purpose of
adjustment prior to movement between a gripping and a nongripping
position are not considered proper for this subclass.
(2)
Note. The gripping members are never intended to be connected
to each other by an operator* (e.g., threaded rod or piston/cylinder)
alone.
This subclass is indented under subclass 522. Gripping members having a spring separate from either gripping
member which applies a biasing force thereon causing the relative movement
therebetween and into or out of contact with the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 524. Operator* including a helically threaded, cylindrical
rod for cooperating with a relatively rotatable threaded, cylindrical
cavity which moves relative to and along the longitudinal axis of
the rod.
This subclass is indented under subclass 522. Rigid* or semirigid* formations having
cooperating surfaces which are at an acute or obtuse angle to the
linear or curvilinear path of the moving gripping member for causing
firmer engagement of the structure-to-be-secured* by the
gripping members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 522. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* provided
with locking-means* which (a) prevents the separation and
holds the relative position of the gripping members, and (b) never
directly contacts and grasps the structure-to-be-secured* (i.e.,
is not itself a gripping surface).
This subclass is indented under subclass 527. Locking means* having all portions thereof formed
on and unitary with (i.e., not separately movable or rigidly attached
to) the opposed gripping members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 522. Clasp*, Clip*, or support-clamp* provided with
specific means for attaching it to a flaccid* (a) supporting
structure or (b) structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. The actual mounting means, per se, must be positively
claimed for the combination to be considered proper for this subclass.
The mere claiming of a clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* which is "adapted" for
mounting is considered insufficient for placement herein. The clasp*,
clip*, or support-clamp*, after being mounted
to the supporting structure or the structure-to-be-secured* is then
capable of gripping a structure-to-be-secured* or supporting
structure, respectively.
(2)
Note. This subclass does not include peculiar mounting formations
which either (1) (a) require the supporting structure to first pass
through the passageway formed by opposed structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surfaces, and (b) are extensions of this passageway simply located
further there along or (2) are intended to be capable of alternately being
utilized to grip the structure-to-be-secured* (e.g., not
plural clasping sections).
(3)
Note. See Lines With Other Classes in the class definition
of this class for the line between Classes 24 and 248. Also, see
the search note to Class 24 in the class definition of Class 248.
for a clasp*, clip*, or support-
clamp* provided with mounting means for attaching to a
rigid* or semirigid* supporting structure or structure-to-be-secured*.
489, 497, and 532+, for other types of clasps*,
clips or support-clamps* provided with mounting means for attaching
to a flaccid* supporting structure or structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
a gripping member which either (a) is formed from a single piece
of resilient* material having opposed engaging surfaces
thereon which are moved into or out of engagement with the structure-to-be-secured* and
relative to each other by the resiliency of the material, (b) is formed
from a single piece of resilient* material with an engaging
surface which coacts against and is attached to a separate gripping member
having an opposed engaging surface which is moved into or out of
engagement with the structure-to-be-secured* and relative
to the first engaging surface by the resiliency of the material,
or (c) is provided with an engaging surface and resiliently urged
(i.e., biased) against or attached to a separate, relatively movable
gripping member and its opposed engaging surface by a separate element
made of resilient* material applying a force moving the
opposed engaging surfaces into or out of gripping engagement with
the structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. While a broad disclosure of resiliency is sufficient
for placement hereunder, a gripping member not clearly disclosed
as being formed from, or mounted on, a resilient* member
(e.g., such disclosure absent from a specification with no movement
shown of an engaging surface relative to an opposed engaging surface
during operation) has been placed as an original elsewhere under
subclass 455 (e.g., 570+, if formed of a single piece of
material) and discretionally cross-referenced to this subclass or
its indented subclasses.
This subclass is indented under subclass 530. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* combined, through
a common body portion, with another separately functioning, differently
shaped or constructed clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp*.
(1)
Note. Both fasteners must be clasps*, clips* or
support clamps* and must be claimed for proper placement
herein. The combination of a clasp*, clip* or support-clamp* with
a different type of fastener (e.g., a hook or loop) would be classified
according to which fastener occurs first in the Class 24 schedule.
This subclass is indented under subclass 550. Clasp*, clip* or support-clamp* provided
with specific means for attaching it to a flaccid* (a) supporting
structure, or (b) structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. Details of the actual mounting means, per se, must be
positively claimed for the combination to be considered proper for
this subclass. The mere claiming of a clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp* which is "adapted" for mounting
is considered insufficient for placement herein. The clasp*,
clip*, or support-clamp*, after being mounted
to the supporting structure or the structure-to-be-secured* is
then capable of gripping a structure-to-be-secured* or
supporting structure, respectively.
(2)
Note. This subclass does not include peculiar mounting formations
which either (1) (a) require the supporting structure to first pass
through the passageway formed by opposed structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surfaces and (b) are extensions of this passageway simply located
further therealong or (2) are intended to be capable of alternately being
utilized to grip the structure-to-be-secured* (e.g., not
plural clasping sections).
(3)
Note. See Lines With Other Classes in the class definition
of this class for the line between Classes 24 and 248. Also see
the search note to Class 24 in the class definition of Class 248.
for a clasp*, clip*, or support-
clamp* provided with mounting means for attaching to a
rigid* or semirigid* supporting structure or structure-to-be-secured*.
489, 497, and 529, for other types of clasps*,
clips* or support-clamps* provided with mounting
means for attaching to a flaccid* supporting structure
or structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 532. Attaching means completely constructed from a slender semirigid* or
rigid* filament which is unitary with (i.e., not separately
movable or rigidly attached to) a resilient* portion of
the gripping member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 533. Filament having a portion thereof wound in the form of at
least two complete, similarly shaped loops successively coiled around
a common central axis coincident with the longitudinal axis of the
flaccid* supporting structure.
(1)
Note. The loops need not be circular in shape but the ends
of coil must at least subtend an arc of 720° or greater.
This subclass is indented under subclass 530. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* provided
with an operator* to cause the motion of the opposed engaging
surface against the biasing force exerted by the resilient* material.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this and the indented subclasses the
operator* must not directly contact the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 535. Operator* including either a rigid* or
semirigid*, rotatable camming or shiftable wedging element
having a contact surface which slides against, for causing the movement
of, a cooperating contact surface on or attached to at least on
gripping member or portion thereof when a rotating or shifting force
is applied to the camming or wedging element and wherein the relative
orientation or contour of one of the contacting surfaces causes
the movement of the contacted surface of one of the gripping members
or portions to be in a direction other than (i.e., not identical
to) that of the shifting or rotating movement of the element.
Work Holders, particularly
subclasses 229+ for cam, eccentric, or wedge type means actuating
a movable jaw for holding an object which is being worked upon.
This subclass is indented under subclass 536. Camming or wedging element comprising a ringlike body looped
completely around the gripping member and either (a) the opposed gripping
member, or (b) the opposed portion of the same gripping member,
and traveling along the length of the contacted surfaces to cause
the movement thereof.
This subclass is indented under subclass 536. Camming or wedging element which is pivoted or rotated relative
to at least one gripping member or a portion thereof to cause its
contacted surface to move.
This subclass is indented under subclass 538. Pivoted or rotated element which pivots or rotates through
a plane substantially parallel and adjacent to a mathematical plane
which (a) bisects the space between opposed, structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surfaces, and (b) is radially perpendicular to the mathematical
line about which the element swings.
This subclass is indented under subclass 538. Pivoted or rotated element having (a) a generally slender
shape and one end portion intended to be engaged by a living being
for pivoting or rotating the element and the other end portion serving
as the contact surface, and (b) the attachment region about which
the element swings, being positioned between the end portions of
the slender element.
and 577+ for gripping members formed from,
or mounted on, resilient* members and having specific handle
structure for the manipulation or transportation of the clasp*,
clip* or support-clamp*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 540. Pivoted or rotated element for moving the engaging surface
(i.e., the leg) of a separate, generally U-shaped, resilient* gripping
member into or out of contact with the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 530. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp provided
with locking-means* which both (a) prevents the separation
and holds the relative position of the opposed engaging surfaces,
and (b) never directly contacts and grasps the structure-to-be-secured* (i.e.,
is not itself an engaging surface).
This subclass is indented under subclass 542. Locking-means* having all portions thereof formed
on and unitary with (i.e., not separately movable or rigidly attached
to) at least one gripping member or portion thereof.
This subclass is indented under subclass 542. Locking-means* including an element connected to
at least one gripping member or portion thereof in a manner allowing
it to swing with relative movement at its connection about a constantly
contacted region.
This subclass is indented under subclass 530. Resilient* gripping member formed from a one piece
body with opposing portions thereof forming the engaging surfaces
of the gripping member.
(1)
Note. The resilient* gripping member may be part
of a multipart fastener, provided the gripping member itself is
a single piece body.
This subclass is indented under subclass 545. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* completely constructed
from the resilient* body which has (a) a strandlike or
thin, striplike form and (b) a constant, uninterrupted, transverse
cross section from one end to the other end of the form.
(1)
Note. To have continuous or uninterrupted transverse cross
section there must not be any cut outs of holes in the resilient* member
although a minor (i.e., very small or unclaimed) amount of corner
rounding on rectangular or similar cross-sections is permissible.
Surface indentations or cuts which interrupt the cross-section are
not considered proper hereunder. A bandlike configuration may be
wider than it is long.
(2)
Note. While the resilient* gripping member must be
formed from a single piece it may have decorative buttons or the
like attached thereto provided they do not affect the operation
of the clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp.
for a single resilient* gripping member
of varying cross sections, having cut outs or holes, having an endless ringlike
body, or having structure which aids in the grasping of the structure-to-be-secured* or
the actuation of the gripping member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 546. Resilient* body are positioned, when not engaging
the structure-to-be-secured*, such that they are in a single
plane (i.e., coplanar) and are resiliently biased in a direction
transversely of and toward that plane.
(1)
Note. Portions of the gripping member which do not contact
the structure-to-be-secured* need not be in the same plane as
the engaging surfaces.
(2)
Note. Engaging faces which intersect or overlap each other
in their nonuse position are not usually considered to be in the
same plane.
This subclass is indented under subclass 546. Resilient* body having two portions thereof which
are closely, securely, and successively wrapped about one another
by each portion subtending an arc of 720° or greater.
(1)
Note. Both portions of the gripping member must cooperate
in the wrapping or twisting to be proper herein. A portion which
is just wrapped about a passive (e.g., straight) portion is considered
to be coiled and not twisted. A coiled portion which is merely threaded
through another coiled portion is not considered to be twisted since
it is not securely wrapped thereabout.
This subclass is indented under subclass 546. Resilient* body having a portion thereof wound
or molded in the form of at least two complete, similarly shaped
loops successively coiled around a common central axis.
(1)
Note. The loops need not be circular in shape but the ends
of the coil must at least subtend an arc of 720° or greater.
(2)
Note. See (1) Note of subclass 548 for the distinction between
coils and twists.
for a clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
specific mounting means coiled about the longitudinal axis of a flaccid* supporting
structure or structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 546. Resilient* body wherein segments thereof are positioned,
when not gripping the structure-to-be-secured*, such that
they touch and completely intersect each other at least one location and
are resiliently biased toward each other.
(1)
Note. To completely intersect, one portion must pass entirely
over both edges of the opposed portion of the body (i.e., not overlap).
This subclass is indented under subclass 551. Resilient* body in which the intersecting and touching
segments also form the surfaces for engaging the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 552. Resilient* body having a specific portion or element
directly engaged by a living being for either applying or removing
it to or from a structure-to-be-secured* or for transporting
it.
(1)
Note. Details of the handle structure must be positively claimed
for proper document classification herein as an original.
This subclass is indented under subclass 551. Resilient* body having a specific portion or element
directly engaged by a living being for either applying to removing
it to or from a structure-to-be-secured* or for transporting
it.
(1)
Note. Details of the handle structure must be positively claimed
for proper document classification herein as an original.
This subclass is indented under subclass 546. Resilient* body having an end thereof bent or curved
away from the nearest engaging surface and into a specific shape
to allow easier engagement or disengagement of this surface with
the structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. The curvature of the ends usually prevents their snagging
the structure-to-be-secured* during movement relative thereto.
for a resilient* body having an engaging
surface with a specific configuration or modification or for a resilient* body
having its ends curved towards the structure-to-be-secured to aid
in the gripping thereof.
This subclass is indented under subclass 546. Resilient* body wherein a specific, uneven surface
formation forms one of the structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surfaces.
(1)
Note. Details of the facial contour must be positively claimed
for proper document classification herein as an original.
(2)
Note. An engaging surface existing solely in a single plane
and formed along a curved, looped, or bent gripping member is not
considered to be irregular since it is not uneven in the gripping
direction.
(3)
Note. A slip resistant coating, sleeve, or cover placed on,
or attached to, the engaging portion of the gripping member would
not be considered proper for placement hereunder since the gripping member,
taken as a whole, would not consist of a single piece of material.
This subclass is indented under subclass 545. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
a specific portion or element directly engaged by a living being
for either applying or removing the clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp* to or from a structure-to-be-secured* or
for transporting it.
(1)
Note. Details of the handle structure must be positively claimed
for proper document classification herein as an original.
for a pivoted or rotated, camming or wedging operator* element
with a handle portion on the opposite side of the pivot from the
camming or wedging portion.
This subclass is indented under subclass 557. Living being engaged portion or element which both moves
relative to, and is not integrally or rigidly attached to, the gripping
member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 545. Engaging surfaces having a projecting portion of one engaging
surface (e.g., button, hook) inserted within a cavity portion of
the opposed gripping surface (e.g., open loop, slot member) which
receives both it and the structure-to-be-secured* in such
a manner as to subsequently restrict their relative movement in
the direction force is transmitted thereto by the structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. The mere intermeshing or mating of opposed engaging
surfaces is not considered to be interlocking unless the intermeshing
or mating portions tightly interfit or are otherwise held together
to restrict the separation of the engaging surfaces.
This subclass is indented under subclass 545. Resilient* gripping member having a separate strengthening
element which gives added strength or resiliency to the gripping
member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 545. Resilient* gripping member wherein a specific, uneven
surface formation forms one of the structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surfaces.
(1)
Note. Details of the specific facial contour must be positively
claimed for proper document classification herein as an original.
(2)
Note. An engaging surface existing solely in a single plane
and formed along a curved, looped, or bent gripping member, is not
considered to be irregular since it is not uneven in the gripping direction.
(3)
Note. A slip resistant coating, sleeve, or cover placed on,
or attached to, the engaging portion of the gripping member would
not be considered proper for placement hereunder since the resilient* member,
taken as a whole, would not consist of a single piece of material.
This subclass is indented under subclass 561. Engaging surface having at least two (a) engaging recesses
distinct from any initial taper of the engaging surface, or (b)
engaging projections or pointed teeth.
(1)
Note. The initial taper of the engaging surface is commonly
used for smoother, easier, or guiding initial contact with the structure-to-be-secured* as
it enters the resilient* gripping member. It is not considered
a recess but may form one side of a projection or tooth.
This subclass is indented under subclass 545. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* cut
or shaped completely from a one-piece, unitary body made from a
planar material of nonvarying thickness.
(1)
Note. Molded bodies are not considered proper for placement
herein.
for clasps*, clips*, or support- clamps* formed
from a single, continuous cross section, resilient* member which
forms the opposing faces of the gripping member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 530. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* wherein
one of the gripping members includes either a specific, different
substance or uneven surface formation forming the structure-to-be-secured* engaging
surface of the gripping member.
(1)
Note. Either specific substance different in composition from
that of its gripping member or details of the specific facial contour
must be positively claimed for proper document classification herein
as an original.
(2)
Note. The facial contour may be either integral with or distinct
from the gripping member.
(3)
Note. An engaging surface existing solely in a single plane
and formed along a curved, looped, or bent gripping member, is not
considered to be irregular since it is not uneven in the gripping direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 530. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
a specific portion or element directly engaged by a living being
either for applying or removing the clasp*, clip*,
or support-clamp* to or from a structure-to-be-secured* or
for transporting it.
(1)
Note. Details of the handle structure must be positively claimed
for proper document classification herein as an original.
for a pivoted or rotated, camming or wedging operator* element
with a handle portion on the opposite side of the pivot from the
camming or wedging portion.
This subclass is indented under subclass 530. Resilient* material consisting of an elongated filament
bent, shaped, or held in such a manner as to apply the force for
moving the opposed engaging surface into or out of gripping engagement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 566. Elongated filament wound or molded in the form of at least
two complete, similarly shaped loops successively coiled around
a common central axis.
(1)
Note. The loops need not be circular in shape but the ends
of the coil must at least subtend an arc of 720° or greater.
(2)
Note. See (1) Note of subclass 548 for the distinction between
coils and twists.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* having
a gripping member provided with an engaging surface which cooperates
with an opposed engaging surface on a separate gripping member and
which is moved into or out of a gripping engagement by an operator*.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this and the indented subclass the
operator* must not directly contact the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 568. Operator* including a helically threaded, cylindrical
rod for cooperating with a relatively rotatable helically threaded,
cylindrical cavity which moves relative to and along the longitudinal
axis of the rod.
This subclass is indented under subclass 455. Clasp*, clip*, or support-clamp* consisting
of a single gripping member formed or shaped from a rigid* material
having opposed, relatively stationary, engaging surfaces between which
either (a) flaccid* or semirigid* material forming
the structure-to-be-secured* or a support therefor is forceably
wedged, or (b) material of the structure-to-be-secured* or
support therefor is relatively turned, to cause the grasping force
thereon by the engaging surfaces.
(1)
Note. See (1) Note of subclass 530 for the line between that
subclass and this one when it is not disclosed whether a gripping
member is formed from a resilient* or rigid* material.
This subclass is indented under subclass 570. Gripping member wherein a specific, uneven surface formation
forms one of the structure-to-be-secured* engaging surfaces.
(1)
Note. Details of the facial contour must be positively claimed
for proper document classification herein as an original.
(2)
Note. An engaging surface existing solely in a single plane
and formed along a curved, looped, or bent gripping member is not
considered to be irregular since it is not uneven in the gripping
direction.
(3)
Note. A slip resistant coating, sleeve, or cover placed on,
or attached to, the engaging portion of the gripping member would
not be considered proper for placement hereunder since the gripping member,
taken as a whole, would not consist of a single piece of material.
SEPARABLE-FASTENER OR REQUIRED COMPONENT THEREOF (E.G.,
PROJECTION AND CAVITY TO COMPLETE INTERLOCK):
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a separable-fastener or a required
component of a separable fastener (i.e., one of an interlocking
member).
(1)
Note. Securing means having a component which penetrates
or forms a passageway through the structure to be secured and then
contacts and interlocks with a dissociable cooperating member are
not considered proper for this and the indented subclasses and are
generally found below in subclass 706 and its indented subclasses.
In addition, securing means which penetrate through the structure
to be secured to form and interlock with an aperture in the structure
to be secured are also not in subclasses 706 and 442.
(2)
Note. See (6) Note of the class definition for patent placement
procedure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 572.1. Subject matter provided with a third, dissociable member
which is not directly attached to the two other mating interlocking
members and which concurrently engages both of them when they are
in their final fastening postion to complete the interlocking connection.
(1)
Note. This interlocking member may either be totally separate
from or linked with the structure to be secured.
(2)
Note. A separable fastener which includes three separate
members and has at least one member which is capable of completing
a useful interlocking connection between a section of the structure
to be secured to which it is mounted and either another section
thereof or a support therefor by selectively interlocking with either
of the remaining two dissociable members without requiring (a) all three
members to be intergaged to complete interlock or (b) their connections
to be done in a specific sequence with each other is not considered
proper for this and the indented subclasses and is found below in
subclasses 605, 630, or 697.
and 379.1, for a separable fastener member having
two distinct and diversely shaped locking faces which are intended
to engage a different, separate, dissociable mating member and indepently
interlock therewith (i.e., their separate interlocking operations
have no effect on each other and they can be engaged in any sequence) to
complete a useful connection utilizing all three of the dissociable
members.
for a fastener which includes three separate components
and has two of these components both formed from the material of
the structure to be secured or a support therefor and aligned with
each other when the fastening operation is completed.
Joints and Connections, 292 for two rigid or semi-rigid structural members having
their ends joined together by a fastening member inserted into an opening
located in each.
This subclass is indented under subclass 573.09. Subject matter which is intended to be used in association
with personal adornment articles such as necklaces, watches, braceletes, etc.
This subclass is indented under subclass 573.09. Subject matter having elasticity such that it will tend
to regain its original shape after it is deformed or compressed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 572.1. Separable-fastener wherein the interlocking faces of each
of the two dissociable, mating members have (a) approximately the
same structural configuration and size, and (b) require the same
manipulation to maneuver them together into mutual interlocking
contact.
(1)
Note. For a separable-fastener to be proper for this subclass
and the indented subclasses, the interlocking faces of the mating
members must be capable of receiving each other to the same degree or
alternately when maneuvered into contact. Mating members which
have a similar shape, but which have a variation in sizes so that
one member always surrounds a greater area of the other member are
classified in other subclasses located below.
This subclass is indented under subclass 584.1. Subject matter including two facing rows of metal or plastic
teeth or coils or strips which interlock to complete a fastening.
This subclass is indented under subclass 584.1. Subject matter having elasticity such that it will tend
to regain its original shape after it is deformed or compressed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 587.1. Subject matter which is intended to be used in association
with personal adornment articles such as necklaces, watches, braceletes,
etc.
This subclass is indented under subclass 584.1. Subject matter including an element which can move easily
over a surface while maintaining smooth, continuous contact and
has the ability to turn.
This subclass is indented under subclass 572.1. Separable-fastener including a dissociable mating member
with an interlocking face having a plurality of spaced, distinct
structural formations and another opposed mating member with an
interlocking face selectively interlockable with any of these formations
to complete the securing operation.
(1)
Note. An opposed member having an interlocking face which
engages more than one of the structural formations on the interlocking
face of the first member during a particular securing operation
is only proper for this and the indented subclasses when the number
of formations engaged in the securing operation can be less than
the total number of formations available.
(2)
Note. When both interlocking members have plural formations,
then the one considered the formations member is always the one
with the large number of formations. If both members have an equal number
of formations and comply with the restrictions of (1) Note, then
they are placed within this subclass.
for a device for effectively varying either (1)
the girth encircling structure having a principal utility not associated
with this class (e.g., cuff or collar tightener) or (2) the length
of a strap to which the device is mounted, and having relatively
movable components which are intended to either (a) transmit a repositioning
force to a portion of the encircling structure or strap when the
components move relative to each other, or (b) allow the repositioning
of a portion of the encircling structure or strap relative to another portion
thereof to which it is linked thereto by the device without the
components of the device ever completely separating from each other
during this repositioning operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 593.1. Subject matter having elasticity such that it will tend
to regain its original shape after it is deformed or compressed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Projection member in which the projection first passes completely
through the cavity of the mating member and then relatively moves toward
a directly cooperating noninserted portion (i.e., a portion which
is not inserted into the cavity of the opposed member) of its member
which is connected or linked to the projection in a manner allowing
the movement therebetween needed to complete the interlocking of
the projection and receiving members.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this and the indented subclasses the
cooperating passed-through and noninserted portions of the projection
member must not have any section of the structure-to-be-secured*,
a support therefor, or the cavity member located between the nearest segments
of their relatively movable cooperating surfaces. Projections of
this type are found in subclasses 604+ below.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.1. Projection member wherein the projection and the directly
cooperating portion of its member which is initially noninserted
have curved shapes and together (a) form substantially the complete
structure of the projection member and (b) in their interlocking
position have a closed annular or oval shaped outer circumference
which is passable through the cavity in either direction when turned.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.2. Projection member wherein the noninserted portion of the
projection member includes barrier means which (a) is movably connected
to the member by two distinct, rigid* or semirigid* formations
integral with or fixedly attached to the member and barrier means
and having mutually cooperating surfaces in sliding contact with
each other for restricting the movement of the barrier means to
a linear or curvilinear path and (b) closes the unobstructed space
needed for the projection to pass into the cavity when initially
interlocking therewith.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.1. Projection member wherein the projection (a) is connected
at one end to a generally planar noninserted shank mounted to the
structure-to-be-secured * or another portion of the projection
member and (b) has its opposite end (i.e., tip) free from fixed
connection with any other portion of the projection member and bending (e.g.,
curving) generally toward either the shank or the connection of
the projection member to the structure-to-be-secured*.
(1)
Note. Hooks which are used as tools are excluded from Class
24 (see Lines With Other Classes of the class definition) and are
found elsewhere (see search notes below).
Supports,
subclasses 211 , 213, 215, 225.21, 227.1, 290.1, 301, 303, 304+, and
339+ for a bracket having either a hook type article support
or a support hook for the bracket.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.4. Projection member having two bent projections (i.e., hooks)
which enter different sides of the same cavity and pass completely
therethrough.
(1)
Note. The noninserted portion of the projection member with
which each bent projection cooperates may be the shank of the other
bent projection.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.5. Projection member in which both bent projections are completely
constructed from a rigid* or semirigid* filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.4. Projection member wherein the noninserted portion of the
projection member includes barrier means movably connected to the
shank which directly closes or reduces (i.e., without the use of
intervening projection structure) the unobstructed space between
the tip of the projection and the shank when located in one of its positions
to less than the amount of space needed to pass the projection into
or out of the cavity.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.7. Projection member wherein the barrier means includes, or
is rigidly affixed to, a screw-threaded formation which cooperates
with a similar formation on the shank in a manner allowing the barrier
when rotated to move between its obstructing and unobstructing positions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.7. Projection member wherein the barrier means includes a thin,
flat plate having a generally circular perimeter and connected to
the shank in a manner allowing it to rotate about its central axis.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.7. Projection member wherein the barrier means is connected
to the shank in a manner allowing it to both (a) swing in an arcuate
path about a constantly contacted connection point or region located
on the shank and (b) maintain movement between the barrier means
and shank at their contact point or region.
Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements,
subclasses 82.19+ for a hoistline or grab hook having a pivoted device
for closing the entrance throat of the hook.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.1. Barrier means additionally having guiding structure which
allows the connection of the barrier to move in a smooth linear
manner relative to the contacted connection point or region about
which it swings.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.1. Barrier means which is swung about its connection and held
either in or out of its obstructing positions by a biasing force
stored in either (a) a separate spring or (b) an integral, resilient* extension
of the barrier means which does not itself act as a barrier.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.4. Barrier means also having locking-means* for retaining
the barrier means at a particular location.
(1)
Note. A component which (a) prevents the separation of the
dissociable members and (b) is located on one of the mating members
and directly engages the interlocking portion of the other mating member
is not considered a proper position locking-means* for
this subclass and is placed elsewhere as an interlocking component.
Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements,
subclasses 82.2 and 82.21 for a hoistline or grab hook having a
pivoted device for closing the entrance throat of the hook and a
latch for holding it in its closed position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.6. Barrier means wherein the separate spring has a segment
bent or molded into the shape of at least two partial, similar adjacent
loops which curve around a common central axis and store the biasing
force of the spring.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.7. Barrier means wherein the loops of the separate spring encircle
the connection point or region about which the barrier swings.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.1. Barrier means having locking-mean* for retaining
the barrier at a particular location.
(1)
Note. A conponent which (a) prevents the separation of the
dissociable member and (b) is located on one of the mating member
and directly engages the interlocking portion of the other mating member
is not considered a proper position locking-means* for
this subclass and is placed elsewhere as an interlocking component.
Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements,
subclasses 82.2 and 82.21 for a hoistline or grab hook having a
pivoted device for closing the entrance throat of the hook and a
latch for holding it in its closed positons.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.9. Barrier means wherein the locking-means* for the
barrier is connected to another portion of the projection member
in a manner allowing it to both (a) swing in an arcuate path about
a constantly contacted connection point or region and (b) maintain
movement between the locking-means* and the other portion
of the projection at their contact point or region.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.9. Barrier means wherein the locking-means* for the
barrier is connected to another portion of the projection member
by two distinct, rigid* or semirigid* formations
which are integral with or fixedly attached to the locking-means* and
other portion of the projection member respectively and have mutually
cooperating surfaces both (a) in sliding contact with each other
and (b) restricting the movement of the locking-means* to
substantially a primary direction along a linear or curvilinear
path.
This subclass is indented under subclass 599.1. Barrier means which is swung about the barrier means" connection
to the shank and held in its obstructing position by a force applied
to the structure-to-be-secured* at a point remote from the
projection member and transmitted thereto through the portion of
the projecting member mounting the member to the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.7. Projection member wherein the barrier means is connected
to the shank by two distinct, rigid* or semirigid* formations
which are integral with or fixedly attached to the shank and barrier
means respectively and have mutually cooperating surfaces both (a)
in sliding or rolling contact with each other and (b) restricting the
movement of the barrier means to a substantially single, primary
direction along a linear or curvilinear path.
Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements,
subclass 82.23 for a hoistline or grab hook having a slidable
device for closing the entrance throat of the hook.
This subclass is indented under subclass 600.4. Barrier means which is slid or rolled along its path and
held in its obstructing or nonobstructing position by a biasing
force store in either (a) a separate spring or (b) an integral,
resilient* extension of the barrier means which does not
itself act as a barrier.
This subclass is indented under subclass 600.5. Barrier means wherein the rigid* or semirigid*,
movement restricting formation of the barrier means forms a closed
ring around the shank of the projection member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 600.5. Barrier means wherein the rigid* or semirigid*,
movement restricting formation of the shank includes a hole therein
along which the movement restricting formation of the barriers means
slides or rolls when the barrier means moves between it obstructing
and nonobstructing positions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 600.7. Barrier means provided with locking-means* for
retaining the barrier means at a particular location.
(1)
Note. A component which (a) prevents the separation of the
dissociable members and (b) is located on one of the mating members
and directly engages the interlocking portion of the other mating member
is not considered a proper position locking-means* for
this subclass and is placed elsewhere as an interlocking component.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.7. Projection member wherein the barrier means is integral
with or fixedly attached to the shank and has a surface segment
both (a) movable relative to the shank and (b) biased either into or
out of its obstructing position by its own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 600.9. Barrier means provided with locking-means* for
retaining the barrier means at a particular location.
(1)
Note. A component which (a) prevents the separation of the
dissociable members and (b) is located on one of the mating members
and directly engages the interlocking portion of the other mating member
is not considered a proper position locking-means* for
this subclass and is placed elsewhere as an interlocking component.
This subclass is indented under subclass 600.9. Projection member in which the shank, projection, and barrier
means are all completely constructed from a plastic compound (e.g., synthetic
resin, polymer).
This subclass is indented under subclass 600.9. Projection member in which the projection and the barrier
means are both completely constructed from bent, resilient* filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 600.9. Projection member in which the shank, projection, and barrier
means are all completely constructed from one thin piece of metal
which has been cut or bent in such a manner that the barrier is
biased by its own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.4. Projection member wherein the projection is movably connected
to either (1) the generally planar noninserted shank or (2) another
noninserted portion of the projection member mounting the projection
and shank to the structure-to-be-secured* in a manner allowing
the projection to both (a) swing in an arcuate path about a constantly
contacted connection point or region located on the shank or mounting
portion after insertion into the cavity to interlock therewith and
(b) maintain movement between the projection and shank or mounting
portion at their contact point or region.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.4. Projection member wherein the projection is movably connected
for allowing interlocking with the cavity after insertion to either
(1) the generally planar noninserted shank or (2) another noninserted
portion of the projection member mounting the projection shank to
the structure-to-be-secured* by two distinct, rigid* or
semirigid* formations which are integral with or fixedly
attached to the projection and shank or the shank and mounting portion respectively
and have mutually cooperating surfaces both (a) in sliding contact
with each other and (b) restricting the movement of the projection
or projection and shank to substantially a primary direction along
a linear or curvilinear path.
This subclass is indented under subclass 598.4. Projection member in which the projection is integral with
or rigidly affixed to the shank and is biased towards either the
shank, structure-to-be-secured*, or projection member connecting structure
by its own resiliency to allow interlocking with the cavity after
its insertion therethrough.
This subclass is indented under subclass 601.7. Projection member having the projection and shank both completely
constructed from at least one elongated, bent filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 601.8. Projection member wherein the noninserted portion of the
projection member includes a distinct formation (e.g., gate) constructed
from the filament and nonmovably connected to the shank which cooperates
with the relatively movable biased projection and acts as a barrier to
close or reduce the unobstructed space between the tip of the projection
and the shank when the projection is located in one of its positions
to less than the amount of space needed to pass the projection into
or out the cavity.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Separable-fastener* having the interlocking structure
of one of the mating members shifted into or out of interlocking
engagement when a specific, preselected condition (e.g., heat, pressure)
for which the fastener is designed to be sensitive beyond a specific
level is encountered in the fastener"s working environment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Separable-fastener* having interlocking structure
shifted into or out of interlocking engagement by either (a) direct
electrically generated or fluid force thereon, or (b) electric or
fluid powered means pushing thereagainst during the association
or separation of the receiving and projection members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Projection member wherein the projection inserted in or
through the cavity includes either (a) two distinct components connected
together in a manner allowing them at their connection point or
region to move relative to each other for facilitating engagement
and interlock with a portion of the receiving member during the securement
operation, or (b) a surface segment which is integral with or rigidly
affixed to the surface forming the remainder of the projection and
moves relative to this remaining surface at a point spaced therefrom
to vary the shape of the projection for facilitating engagement
and interlock with a portion of the receiving member during the
securement operation.
(1)
Note. The portion of the projection member which rigidly affixes
the movable surfaces of the projection to each other or movably
connects the components of the projection with each other is not
required to be inserted in or through the cavity.
This subclass is indented under subclass 604. Separable-fastener* provided with an additional
projection having a similar shape and operation to the first projection
for engaging another cavity.
for a separable-fastener* having both a
cavity with a movable component or surface and an additional cavity,
each of which are intended to engage a different projection when
interlocked.
This subclass is indented under subclass 604. Projection member having an operator* for causing
the movement between the two projection components or surface segments
during the securing operation.
(1)
Note. A component which both (a) prevents the separation of
the dissociable mating members, and (b) is located on one of the
mating members and directly engages the interlocking portion of
the other mating member is not considered a proper operator* for
this subclass and its indented subclasses and is placed as a relatively
movable interlocking component elsewhere.
This subclass is indented under subclass 606. Operator* including either a rigid* or
semirigid* rotatable camming or shiftable wedging element
mounted on the projection member and having a contact surface which
slides against, for causing the movement of, a cooperating contact
surface on or attached to either the interlock component or a surface
segment thereof when a rotating or shifting force is applied to
the camming or wedging element, and wherein the relative orientation
or contour of one of the contacting surfaces causes the movement
of the interlocking component or surface segment to be in a direction
other than (i.e., not identical to) that of the shifting or rotating
movement of the element.
This subclass is indented under subclass 604. Projection having one of its interlocking components connected
either to its other interlocking component or another portion of
the projection member linking it thereto in a manner allowing it
to both (a) swing in an arcuate path about a constantly contacted
connection point or region located on either the other component
or the intermediate linking portion, and (b) maintain the required
relative movement between the surfaces of the components or the component
and linking portion at the contact point or region.
(1)
Note. An interlocking component which swings about a nonfixed
region of and maintains constant contact with the other component
or linking portion is included herein.
for a receiving member having a pivotal connection
between two of its components which allows relative movement between
two of its interlocking components.
This subclass is indented under subclass 609. Swinging interlock component which additionally moves in
a sliding manner along the contact region of the other interlock
component or linking portion.
(1)
Note. The pivoted engaging member may slide either transversely
to or along the constantly contacted region.
(2)
Note. Relatively sliding portions which form part of and are
supported by the swinging component are not considered proper for
this subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 609. Swinging interlock component which is swung about its connection
and held either in or out of interlock position with the interlocking
structure of the receiving member by the biasing force stored in
either (a) a separate spring, or (b) an integral, resilient* extension
of this interlock component which does not itself interlock with
the receiving member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 604. Projection having one of its interlocking components connected
either to its other interlocking component or another portion of
the projection member linking it thereto by two distinct, rigid
or semirigid* formations which (1) are each integral with
or attached to a different one of the components or this component
and the linking portion and (2) have mutually cooperating surfaces
both (a) in sliding contact with each other, and (b) restricting the
relative movement of this interlocking component to substantially
a single primary direction between its interlock and noninterlock
positions, and further wherein this interlocking component is not
biased along the primary direction into or out of interlocking engagement
with the interlocking structure of the receiving member by its own
resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 612. Projection having a spring separate from its slidably moving
interlocking component which applies a biasing force to and causes
the movement of this component into or out of interlock with the
receiving member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 604. Projection having at least one interlocking component or
surface segment both (a) movable relative to the remaining interlocking structure
of the projection and (b) biased either into or out of its normal
interlocking position by its own resiliency or the resiliency of
a noninterlocking component of the projection member attached thereto
or contacting therewith.
for a cavity member having two, relatively movable,
interlocking components or segments of which at least one is resiliently
biased to allow the movement.
This subclass is indented under subclass 614. Projection wherein the resiliently biased component or segment
is intended to be moved either into or out of its normal interlocking position
by manual force applied directly to the biased component or segment
in a direction opposite to that of the biasing force.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this and the indented subclasses it
is required that the direction of this manual force for moving the
resiliently biased component or segment be always applied at an
angle to the direction of travel of the projection member during
its final stage of association with the receiving member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 615. Projection having (a) the end of the biased component or
segment which is initially inserted into the cavity either rigidly
connected to or integral with an end of the other projection component
or segment, and (b) the opposite ends of both of these projection components
or segments fully detached and biased away from each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 614. Separable-fastener* wherein the biased component
or segment of the projection interlocks with a cavity member having
(1) an access opening, (2) side walls extending in a direction generally
parallel to the central axis of this opening, and (3) a projection
engaging component having at least a portion of its surface both (a)
biased for movement along a path following the central axis of the
access opening and side walls of the cavity and (b) preventing movement
of the inserted projection along this axis beyond the location of
the axially bias component in its retracted position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 614. Projection having its outer surface constructed entirely
from either a single piece or a plurality of rigidly attached pieces
of resilient* material biased into or out of normal interlock
position by its or their own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 618. Projection wherein the resilient* material forms
a configuration having a central area (a) encircled by the material,
and (b) at least partially devoid of any other projection member structure.
(1)
Note. A cross section of the projection"s encircling
configuration transverse to the insertion path need not fully enclose
the central void area with a continuous surface formed by the resilient* material,
if there are segments of the resilient* material on all
sides of the void.
This subclass is indented under subclass 619. Projection having separate means inserted into its encircled
area and engaging with the resilient* material for mounting
the projection to the structure-to-be-secured* or a support.
This subclass is indented under subclass 620. Mounting means in which either the portion of mounting means
inserted into the projection or a portion of the projection member
engaging therewith is permanently deformed during the mounting operation
by a destructive force (i.e., a force in excess of the amount necessary
for its plastic deformation to the material) which completes the
connection between the two.
This subclass is indented under subclass 619. Projection member having separate mounting means encompassing
a cross-sectional area of the configuration of the projection and
engaging with the material thereof to mount the projection to the
structure-to-be-secured* or a support.
(1)
Note. The separate mounting means of this subclass need not
fully encompass the cross section of the projection with a continuous
surface if there are segments of the material located on all sides thereof.
This subclass is indented under subclass 619. Projection with its configuration having both (a) an arched
or spherical portion which is the first portion of the configuration
inserted into the receiving member during the securement operation,
and (b) a gap along the side of the configuration for facilitating
expansion and contraction thereof.
This subclass is indented under subclass 623. Projection having all sides of the arched or spherical portion
connection at the leading edge of the projection (i.e., the portion
of the projection initially inserted into the cavity).
This subclass is indented under subclass 618. Projection having the end thereof, which is initially inserted
into the cavity of the receiving member formed from a plurality
of the resilient* components or surface segments unattached
to each other at this end and biased by their resiliency in opposite
directions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 614. Projection having both a resilient* component and
a separate rigid* component together forming the interlocking
surface of the projection.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Projection member including a resilient* component
which both (a) is distinct from the projection of its member and
not insertable therewith into the cavity of the receiving member,
and (b) engages and pushes against the receiving member during the
securement operation to enhance the interlock between the projection
and cavity.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Receiving member which includes either (a) two distinct
projection engaging or guiding components, in addition to or forming
a portion or portions of the required guiding cavity, connected
together in a manner allowing them at their connection point or
region to move relative to each other for facilitating interlock
with the projection of the mating member during the securement operation,
or (b) a cavity having a projection engaging or guiding surface
segment which is integral with or rigidly affixed to the surface
forming the remainder of the cavity and movable relative to this
remaining surface to change the shape of the cavity"s periphery for
facilitating interlock with the projection of the mating member
during the securement operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 629. Separable-fastener* having a receiving member provided
with another cavity for engaging an additional projection located
on either the same opposed projection member or a different projection
member.
(1)
Note. See (2) Note and (3) Note of subclass 588 for clarification
on what structure is required to form an additional cavity.
This subclass is indented under subclass 630. Separable-fastener* wherein each of the cavities
of the receiving member is provided with a projection interlocking
component or surface which is shifted into or out of interlocking engagement
with its projection by a force transmitted thereto from a single
means (e.g., push button) which is linked to or integral with the
interlocking component or surface of both cavities.
This subclass is indented under subclass 631. Separable-fastener* in which the projections engaging
and interlocking with the cavities are carried by different members
capable of moving independently of each other during their association
with or separation from the receiving member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 629. Receiving member including an operator* for causing
the relative movement between the two projection engaging or guiding
components or segments during the securing operation.
(1)
Note. A component which both (a) prevents the separation of
the dissociable mating members, and (b) is located on one of the
mating members and directly engages the interlocking portion of
the other mating member is not considered a proper operator* for
this subclass and its indented subclasses and is placed as a relatively
movable interlocking component elsewhere.
This subclass is indented under subclass 633. Receiving member wherein the operator* causes relative
movement in opposite directions between two, similarly shaped, projection engaging
or guiding components or segments.
This subclass is indented under subclass 634. Operator* including either a rigid* or
semirigid*, rotatable camming or shiftable wedging element
having a contact surface which slides against, for causing the movement
of, a cooperating contact surface on or attached to either the interlock
component or segment when a rotating or shifting force is applied
to the camming or wedging element, and wherein the relative orientation
or contour of one of the contacting surfaces causes the movement
of the contacted surface of the interlocking component or segment
to be in a direction other than that of the shifting or rotating
movement of the element.
This subclass is indented under subclass 633. Operator* including an element connected to the
receiving member in a manner allowing it to both (a) swing in an
arcuate path about a constantly contacted connection point or region of
the stationary remainder of the receiving member, and (b) maintain
relative movement between the surfaces of the element and remainder
of the receiving member at the contact point or region when causing
the relative movement between the components or segments.
This subclass is indented under subclass 636. Receiving member wherein the operator* element
moves a projection engaging or guiding component which is connected
to the stationary remainder of the receiving member in a manner allowing
it to both (a) swing in an arcuate path about a constantly contacted
connection point or region on the remainder of the receiving member,
and (b) maintain relative movement between its surface and that
of the remainder of the receiving member at the contact point or region
when moving between its interlock and noninterlock positions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 637. Receiving member in which both the operator* element
and the projection or guiding component moved by the element swing
about the same constantly contacted connection point or region located
on the stationary remainder of the receiving member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 636. Receiving member wherein the operator* element
moves a projection engaging or guiding component interconnected
with the remaining stationary component of the receiving member by
two distinct, rigid* or semirigid* formations which
(1) are each integral with or fixedly attached to a different one
of the components, and (2) have mutually cooperating surfaces both
(a) in sliding contact with each other and (b) restricting the relative
motion of the moving projection engaging or guiding component to
substantively a single primary direction between its interlock and
noninterlock positions, and further wherein this relatively movable
component is neither biased along the primary direction into or
out of interlock engagement with the interlocking structure of the
projection by its own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 633. Operator* including an element connected to a remaining
stationary component of the receiving member by two distinct, rigid* formations which
(1) are each integral with or fixedly attached to the element and
the component, and (2) have mutually cooperating surfaces both (a) sliding
relative to each other and (b) restricting the relative motion of
the element to substantively a single primary direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 640. Receiving member wherein the operator* element
moves a projection engaging or guiding component which is connected
to the stationary remainder of the receiving member in a manner allowing
it to both (a) swing in an arcuate path about a constantly contacted
connection point or region on the remainder of the receiving member,
and (b) maintain relative movement between its surface and that
of the remainder of the receiving member at the contact point or region
when moving between its interlock and noninterlock positions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 640. Receiving member wherein the operator* element
moves a projection engaging or guiding component connected to a
remaining stationary component of the receiving member by two distinct,
rigid* or semirigid* formations which (1) are
each integral with or fixedly attached to a different one of the
components, and (2) have mutually cooperating surfaces both (a)
in sliding contact with each other and (b) restricting the relative
motion of the moving projection engaging or guiding component to
substantively a single primary direction between its interlock and
noninterlock positions, and further wherein this relatively movable
component is neither biased along the primary direction into nor
out of interlock engagement with the interlocking structure of the
projection by its own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 629. Receiving member having its relatively movable projection
engaging or guiding component connected to its other projection
engaging or guiding component in a manner allowing it to both (a)
swing in an arcuate path about a constantly contacted connection
point or region located on either the other component or an intermediate
linking portion of the member, and (b) maintain the required relative
movement between the surfaces of the components or the component
and linking portion at the contact point or region.
for a receiving member having a pivotal connection
between two components which allows relative movement between two,
distinct, inserted components of its projection.
This subclass is indented under subclass 643. Receiving member wherein the swinging component moves into
or out of a position which prevents the separation of a distinct
interlocking formation (e.g., aperture) located on the projection
member from a distinct stationary interlocking formation located
on the axially extending walls of the cavity having a shape complementary
to the formation of the projection.
(1)
Note. The formation within the cavity must be more than a
simple extension of and be spaced from the initial structure defining
the access opening.
This subclass is indented under subclass 643. Receiving member having locking-means* for retaining
the swinging component at a particular location.
(1)
Note. A component which (a) prevents the separation of the
dissociable members and (b) is located on one of the mating members
and directly engages the interlocking portion of the other mating member
is not considered a proper position locking-means* for
this subclass and is places elsewhere as an interlocking component.
This subclass is indented under subclass 643. Receiving member having an element connected to it which
is both (1) distinct from the swinging component and neither guides
nor interlocks with the projection, and (2) connected to its member
in a manner which allows it to (a) transmit a manual input force
applied directly upon it to the swinging component when moving therewith
and (b) move relative to the swinging component only when an input force
applied to the element or component is not transmitted therebetween.
for a swinging interlocking component and a manually
engaged pivoting element which requires relative movement between
the component and element during the transmittal of an input force
therebetween.
This subclass is indented under subclass 643. Swinging component in which manual force is intended to
be applied directly on, and in the same direction as the motion
of, this component when swinging it relative to the other component
and moving it either to or from its interlocking position with the
projection.
This subclass is indented under subclass 647. Receiving member having two, separate, similarly shaped,
swinging components which travel in opposite directions when moving between
their interlock and noninterlock positions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 647. Swinging component having an aperture (e.g., closed hole,
channel) formed in it which is (a) located in a plane parallel to
the one in which the access opening of the cavity is located, and (b)
travels in this plane between a position in which one portion thereof
is aligned with the central axis of the access opening when the projection
is interlocked and another position in which this interlocking portion
of the aperture is in a location which allows the projection to
freely pass through the access opening.
for a receiving member having a component which
is mounted to rotate about the central axis of the access opening
of the cavity and includes an interlocking aperture located therein or
therethrough.
This subclass is indented under subclass 647. Swinging component having its entire projection engaging
portion always enclosed within a projection guiding cavity formed
by the distinct component to which it is connected.
This subclass is indented under subclass 629. Receiving member having (1) a cavity component or surface
segment with an access opening and side walls extending in a direction
generally parallel to the central axis of this opening, and (2)
a projection engaging component or segment, with at least a portion
of its surface both (a) biased for movement along a path following
the central axis of the opening of the cavity and (b) preventing
movement of the inserted projection along this axis beyond its location
in its retracted position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 629. Receiving member having its relatively movable engaging
or guiding component connected to its other engaging or guiding
component by two distinct, rigid* or semirigid* formations which
(1) are each integral with or fixedly attached to a different one
of the components, and (2) have mutually cooperating surfaces both
(a) sliding relative to each other and (b) restricting the relative
motion of the moving component to substantively a single primary direction
between its interlock and noninterlock positions, and further wherein
the relatively movable component is not biased along the primary
direction into or out of interlocking engagement with interlocking
structure of the projection by it"s own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 652. Receiving member in which the relatively movable sliding
component moves into or out of a position which prevents the separation
of a distinct interlocking formation (e.g., aperture) located on
the projection member and a distinct stationary interlocking formation
located on the axially extending walls of the cavity having a shape
complementary to the formation of the projection.
(1)
Note. The formation within the cavity must be more than a
simple extension of the access opening and axially spaced therefrom.
This subclass is indented under subclass 652. Receiving member having locking-means* for retaining
the sliding component at a particular location.
(1)
Note. A component which (a) prevents the separation of the
dissociable members and (b) is located on one of the mating members
and directly engages the interlocking portion of the other mating member
is not considered a proper position locking-means* for
this subclass and is placed elsewhere as an interlocking component.
This subclass is indented under subclass 652. Receiving member having an element connected to it which
is both (1) distinct from the sliding component and neither guides
not interlocks with the projection, and (2) connected to its member
in a manner which allows it to (a) transmit a manual input force
applied directly upon it to the sliding component when moving therewith
and (b) move relative to the sliding component only when an input
force applied to the element or component is not transmitted therebetween.
for a sliding interlocking component and a manually
engaged sliding element which requires relative movement between
the component and element during transmittal of an input force therebetween.
This subclass is indented under subclass 652. Sliding component in which manual force is intended to be
applied directly on and in the same direction as the motion of this
component when sliding it relative to the other component and moving
it either to or from its interlocking position with the projection.
This subclass is indented under subclass 656. Receiving member having two separate, similarly shaped,
sliding components which travel in opposite directions to each other
when moving between their interlock and noninterlock positions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 656. Sliding component having an aperture with a continuous circumference
formed through it which is in a parallel plane to and has (a) one portion
aligned with the central axis of the access opening of the cavity
in the interlocking position of the movable sliding component and (b)
another portion of the aperture aligned with the central axis of
noninterlocking position of the movable sliding component.
This subclass is indented under subclass 629. Receiving member having at least a segment of the access
opening of the cavity constructed from a flaccid* material
to allow the perimeter of the opening to change either its size
or shape during the interlocking operation.
(1)
Note. The flaccid* segment of the access opening
of the cavity in this and the indented subclasses may be formed
by a flaccid* piece of the structure-to-be-secured* (e.g.,
a button hole).
(2)
Note. The flaccid* material of this and the indented
subclasses may also be elastic in nature (e.g., a button loop made
of thin rubber material).
Sewing,
subclass 431 for a web or sheet having an aperture (e.g., buttonhole)
around which a filamentary material or strandlike tape is sewn; subclass
437 for a sewn web or sheet having apertured or openwork (e.g., buttonhole)
therein; and subclasses 65+ for buttonhole forming machines.
This subclass is indented under subclass 659. Access opening wherein the flaccid* segment is
constructed from a long slender element which is the only material
defining this segment of the perimeter.
This subclass is indented under subclass 629. Receiving member having one of its interlocking components
or segments both (a) movable relative to the remaining interlocking
structure of the receiving member, and (b) biased either into or
out of its normal interlocking position by its own resiliency or
the resiliency of a noninterlocking component of the receiving member
attached thereto or contacting therewith.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Dissociable mating members wherein it is necessary to rotate
either a portion of the projection or receiving member about the
central axis of the access opening of the cavity to dissociate them
from each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receiving member wherein the resiliently biased component
or segment is intended to be moved either into or out of its normal
interlocking position by manual force applied directly to the biased
component or segment in a direction opposite to that of the biasing
force on this component or segment.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this and the indented subclasses it
is required that the direction of this manual force for moving the
resiliently biased component or component segment be always applied
at an angle to the direction of travel of the projection member
during its final stage of association with the receiving member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 664. Receiving member wherein the resiliently biased component
or segment extends across or into a portion of the access path of
the projection to (a) reduce the width of this path beyond, and
(b) hinder its removal or entrance of the projection through a separate
(i.e., nonintegral), nonresilient component of the receiving member
which forms the access opening of the cavity.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receiving member having a component or segment with connected
walls which (a) fully encircle the access path of the projection
into the cavity, and (b) have a configuration with one dimension
of greater length than the corresponding dimension of the projection
in its insertion attitude to allow the projection after insertion
therethrough to abruptly change its direction of movement and bodily
travel a significant distance along the encircling walls in a path
which is transverse to the access path.
(1)
Note. The distance traveled by the projection during its transverse
movement should be at least half of the projection"s length
in its corresponding dimension to be considered significant.
(2)
Note. A section of the fully encircling walls may be formed
by a portion of the structure-to-be-secured* connected
to two other wall sections of the component or segment.
(3)
Note. If no abrupt change in travel direction is necessary
by the projection after its insertion through the access opening, then
it is not proper for this and the indented subclasses.
(4)
Note. A minor expansion gap in the access opening encircling
wall which does not allow any of the projection member"s
structure to pass therethrough is still considered to be "fully
encircling" and proper for this and the indented subclasses.
This subclass is indented under subclass 666. Receiving member wherein the access path encircling walls
of the component or segment are constructed in a manner which prevents them
from expanding in any direction transverse to that of the projection
access path.
This subclass is indented under subclass 666. Receiving member wherein the access path encircling walls
are constructed at least in part from a rigid* or semirigid* filament.
(1)
Note. A portion of one of the walls of this subclass may be
considered the resiliently biased component or segment if it is
resiliently constructed and this resiliency is necessary for interlock.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receiving member also having its cavity defined by a component
or segment which only partially encircles the access path of the inserted
portion of the projection at the point where its movement is initially
restricted by the cavity and wherein the vacant space in the component
or segment at this point is intended to allow a noninserted portion
of the projection member supporting the projection (i.e., the portion
linking or mounting the inserted projection to the structure-to-be-secured* or
a supporting structure therefor) to travel with the projection to
a location beyond its entry point into the cavity.
This subclass is indented under subclass 669. Receiving member wherein the component or segment forming
the boundaries of the cavity is constructed solely from a rigid* or
semirigid* filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receiving member wherein the resiliently biased component
extends across or into a portion of the travel path of the projection
to (a) reduce the width of this path, and (b) hinder the removal
or entrance of the projection through a separate (i.e., nonintegral)
nonresilient component of the receiving member which forms the access
opening of the cavity.
(1)
Note. If the resilient* element is located at one
side of the access opening, it is proper for this and the indented
subclasses only if structure of the nonresilient component is also
found on this side and radially spaced a further distance from the
central axis of the access opening.
This subclass is indented under subclass 671. Resiliently biased component or segment which is intended
to be shifted in its entirety relative to the nonresilient access
opening when moving either to or from its interlocking position
with the projection by manual force applied directly to an integral
force or fixedly attached portion thereof.
(1)
Note. The resiliently biased component or segment of this
subclass is either forced against a portion of the projection or
a relatively stationary portion of the receiving member by the manual
force and coacts therewith to exceed the biasing force acting on
it. If the manual force is applied directly to the component or segment
in a direction opposite to the biasing force thereon, then it is
proper for subclass 665 and not this subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 671. Receiving member wherein the resiliently biased component
or segment is constructed from a semirigid* filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 673. Filament having a section thereof curved or bent in a manner
allowing this section to engage and generally follow a similarly
shaped curved or bent portion of a cross-sectional surface of the
projection which is perpendicular to the central axis of the access
opening when the projection is in its interlock position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 674. Filament with two curved or bent projection engaging sections
having a similar shape to and distinct from (i.e., are noncontinuous
curves or bends) each other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 673. Filaments having two or more distinct projection engaging
sections located along its length for engaging different areas of
the cross-sectional surface of the projection spaced from each other
by nonengaged portions of this surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receiving member including a spring which is (a) separate
from the projection engaging structure of the receiving member,
and (b) applies at least a portion of the required biasing force
to the movable interlocking component or segment.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receiving member in which all the biased interlocking structure
of the receiving member is constructed solely from a bent resilient* filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receiving member wherein an integral of fixedly attached
projection receiving cavity has its initial configuration altered
during the operation mounting the receiving member to the structure-to-be-secured* by
a deforming force transmitted to the portion in excess of the amount
of force necessary for plastic deformation of the material from
which the portion is constructed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 679. Receiving member in which a separate component of the receiving
member cooperates with the altered portion of the cavity to enhance
the mounting of the receiving member to the structure-to-be-secured*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 662. Receiving member wherein the component or segment forming
the projection receiving cavity has a gap or slit located in one
of its walls extending in the same direction as the central axis
of the access opening to allow the cavity to either resiliently
expand or contract during the interlocking operation.
(1)
Note. To be proper for this subclass the length of the gap
or slit in the direction of the central axis must be of a greater magnitude
than the thickness of the material from which the cavity is constructed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Separable-fastener* wherein means are provided
for securing either a projection or cavity portion of the dissociable
mating members to the surface of either the structure-to-be-secured* or
a support therefor.
(1)
Note. For a mounting means to be proper for this subclass
or indented subclasses, it must retain the projection or cavity member
at a specific location on, or in the region of the surface to which
it is attached (i.e., it does not allow unrestricted movement along
or removal from the mounting surface).
(2)
Note. Separable-fastener* mounted solely by a simple
encircling loop are classified elsewhere based on another feature
of the separable-fastener*.
(3)
Note. Separable fasteners* mounted by another fastener
of this class are found under "Combined Diverse Multipart Fasteners" or
subclasses 573+ (see subclass 573 search note to this class,
subclasses 305+ and 379.1 for the line between these areas).
for means for attaching a mounting surface for numerous
filaments (e.g., hook and loop type fastener) to the structure-to-be-secured* or
a support therefor.
This subclass is indented under subclass 682.1. Mounting means constructed in a manner which allows the
projection or cavity portion of the dissociable member to move as
a complete unit relative to the surface to which it is mounted to
facilitate the interlocking operation.
(1)
Note. Mounting means allowing relative movement between interlocking
components or component segments of either the projection or cavity
portion are excluded from this subclass and its indented subclasses
and are found in subclasses 604+ and 629+.
for a separable-fastener* having selective
interlocking position between opposed faces and mounting means for
one of its members allowing interlock facilitating repositioning
of a face.
This subclass is indented under subclass 683. Mounting means which allows (a) the projection or cavity
portion of the dissociable member to swing in an arcuate path about
a constantly contacted connection point or region located on the
surface to which it is mounted, and (b) maintain relative movement
at the contact point or region between the contacting portions of
the mounting means and the mounting surface.
(1)
Note. A dissociable member having a projection or cavity portion
which swings about a nonfixed point within a fixed region of the
mounting surface is included herein if it maintains the required
contact and relative movement at the connection.
for a projection member having a pivotal connection
between two components which allows relative movement between two,
distinct, inserted components of its projection.
for a receiving member having a pivotal connection
between two of its components which allows relative movement between
two of its interlocking components.
This subclass is indented under subclass 683. Mounting means including a resilient component which is
distinct and separate from (i.e., nonintegral) the projection or
cavity portion of the dissociable member and allows the portion"s
movement relative to the mounting surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 682.1. Mounting means constructed in a manner which allows the
projection or cavity portion of the dissociable member to be located
in different positions.
This subclass is indented under subclass 682.1. Mounting means having its initial configuration altered
during the operation of mounting the dissociable member to the structure-to-be-secured* by
a deforming force in excess of the amount of force necessary for
plastic deformation of the material from which this component of
the means is constructed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 687. Deformed component also integral with or permanently secured
to the projection or cavity portion of the dissociable member before
the beginning of the mounting operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 688. Deformed component which cooperates after deformation with
a component of the mounting means previously separate and detached
therefrom.
This subclass is indented under subclass 688. Deformed component having a configuration specifically designed
for piercing through or into the material of the mounting surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 687. Deformed component which is also inserted into or through
either the cavity or projection of the dissociable member during
the mounting operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 687. Deformed component which also encircles either the base
of the cavity or projection of the dissociable member during the
mounting operation.
(1)
Note. The deformed component of this subclass need not fully
encircle the base of the cavity or projection with a continuous
surface as long as there are segments of its material located on
all sides thereof.
This subclass is indented under subclass 682.1. Mounting means consisting of a substance which during the
mounting operation is (a) in contact with both the mounting surface
and the cavity or projection portion, (b) heated to a temperature
melting it from its solid state into its liquid or plastic state,
and (c) cooled to a temperature which allows the substance to return
to its solid state and weld the cavity or projection portion to
the mounting surface.
(1)
Note. The fusible substance may be separate from or part of
either the mounting surface or the cavity or projection portion.
This subclass is indented under subclass 682.1. Mounting means having a projecting or concaved formation
and a helical rib protruding from and located around the perimeter
of this formation cooperating with a complementary formation on
another portion of the means during the mounting operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 682.1. Mounting means having a component with a formation specifically
designed to cooperate with a separate, flexible filament, mounting component
stitched into the supporting surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 682.1. Mounting means having configuration specifically designed
for piercing through or into the material of the mounting surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Separable-fastener* having either (1) a receiving
member provided with plural cavities which share no common shape
defining surfaces and are intended to engage different projection,
(2) plural separate receiving members each provided with a cavity
intended to engage a different projection, or (3) plural projections located
on either a single inserted member or plural inserted members each
of which is intended to engage a different cavity of either (a)
a receiving member provided with plural cavities which share no
common shape defining surfaces or (b) plural separate receiving members
each provided with their own cavity.
Joints and Connections,
subclass 381 for interfitted panels (i.e., structure-to-be-secured*)
having interlocking structure at their joints including enlarged
heads and complementary recesses.
This subclass is indented under subclass 697.1. Separable-fastener* having at least one projection
which (a) is connected at one end to a generally planar noninserted
shank mounted to the struc-ture-to-be-secured* or another
portion of the projection member and (b) has its opposite end (i.e.,
tip) free from fixed connection with any other portion of the projection
member and bending generally toward either the shank or the connection
of the projection member to the structure-to-be-secured*
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Projection member having a generally planar noninserted
shank connected at one end to the structure-to-be-secured* or
a mounting portion of its member and at its other end to an integral or
rigidly attached appendage forming the inserted projection which
appendage (a) has its opposite end free from connection with any other
portion of the projection member, (b) bends generally toward either
the shank portion or the connection of the projection member with
the structure-to-be-secured* or support and (c) passes
at least partially through a cavity.
(1)
Note. Hooks which are used as tools are excluded from Class
24 (see Lines With Other Classes of the class defintion) and are
found elsewhere.
Ships,
subclasses 377+ for a connector (e.g., hook) adapted to connect
a life craft to life craft handling apparatus and subclasses 301+ for
a fluke type anchor.
Resilient Tires and Wheels,
subclasses 241+ for a chain securing device in combination with,
or specially adapted for use with, an annular for use with, an annular
tire chain.
Supports,
subclasses 211 , 213, 215, 225.21, 227.2, 290.1, 301, 303, 304+, and
339+ for a bracket having either a hook type article support
or a support hook for the bracket.
This subclass is indented under subclass 698.1. Projection member completely constructed from one thin piece
of metal which has been or cut to make the shank and inserted projection.
This subclass is indented under subclass 588. Receiving member where in the boundary of its cavity is
defined by a segment of the member"s structure having a
detailed configuration or contour.
This subclass is indented under subclass 700. Receiving member including a structural formation with connected
walls which (a) fully encircle the access path of the projection
into the cavity, and (b) have a configuration with one dimension
of greater length than the corresponding dimension of the projection
in its inserted attitude to allow the projection after insertion
therethrough to abruptly change its direction of movement an bodily
travel a significant distance along the encircling walls in a path
which is transverse to the access path to complete interlock.
(1)
Note. The distance traveled by the projection during its transverse
movement should be at least half of the projection"s length
in its corresponding dimension to be considered significant.
(2)
Note. One of the encircling walls may be formed by a portion
of the structure-to-be-secured* connected to the other walls.
(3)
Note. If no abrupt change in travel direction is necessary
by the projection after it"s insertion through the access
opening to complete interlock, then it is not proper in this subclass.
(4)
Note. A minor gap in the access opening encircling wall which
does not allow any of the projection member"s structure
to pass therethrough is still considered to be "fully encircling" and
proper for this subclass.
This subclass is indented under subclass 700. Receiving member having its cavity defined by structure
which only partially encircles the access path of the inserted portion
of the projection at the point where its movement is initially restricted
by the cavity and wherein the vacant space in the structure at this
point is intended to allow a noninserted portion of the projection
member supporting the projection (i.e., the portion linking or mounting
the inserted projection to the structure-to-be-secured* or
a supporting structure therefor) to travel with the projection to
a location beyond the projection entry point into the cavity.
FASTENER DESTRUCTIVELY SECURED BY RESHAPING DISTORTION
FORCE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a securing means having an initial
configuration which is altered during the securing operation by
a deforming force transmitted to a portion thereof in excess of
the amount of force necessary for plastic deformation of the material from
which it is constructed (i.e., a force greater than any natural
resiliency in the material which causes structural fatigue) and
causing it to either break or bend into a new configuration it maintains
during the securing operation after the force is removed.
(1)
Note. This subclass is intended to provide for securing means
which either (a) can not be removed without the destruction of the
means when the securing operation is reversed (i.e., permanently deformed
fasteners), or (b) will be destroyed by structural fatigue of the material
after repeated operations weaken the material at the bending portion
(i.e., ductilely reshapeable fastener).
(2)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedure.
(3)
Note. This subclass and its intended subclasses are intended
to provide a single temporary locus within Class 24 for deformable
fasteners currently found in existing subclasses therein. Until
these deformable fasteners are gathered together at this locus it
is not possible to establish clear lines with, and transfer large
groups of patents to, either Class 411 or Class 403. Therefore,
deformable fasteners have been transferred to Class 411 or Class
403 only when an existing subclass therein already specifically
provides for them.
Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed,
or Locked-Threaded Fastener, appropriate subclasses, for general utility fasteners
having a deformed portion.
This subclass is indented under subclass 703.1. Securing means wherein the deformed portion of the means
has an initial configuration facilitating its penetrating into and
forming a hole through either the structure-to-be-secured* or
a support member therefor.
(1)
Note. Class 402 takes a deformed fastener which clearly discloses
that the fastener (a) enters or forms an opening in a sheet of paper,
(b) can be separated by hand from the sheet after fastening without
damage to either the sheet or fastener, and (c) has the sole disclosed utility
of retaining a sheet of a paper. A fastener which is reusable after
removal is assumed to be undamaged under the standards of Class
402. Also, a paper fastener which does not state that it is either
damaged or reusable after removal in the disclosure is (a) assumed
reusable if it is deformed by direct manual force and contact and
(b) assumed damaged if it is deformed by contact with other fastener
structure (e.g., anvil plate) which prevents direct manual contact
with the deformed segment after fastening.
This subclass is indented under subclass 703.2. Securing means wherein the deformed portion after penetration
engages another portion of the securing means which does not penetrate through
either the structure-to-be-secured* or a support member
thereof.
This subclass is indented under subclass 703.3. Securing means which the deformed penetrating portion prior
to its penetration is completely disconnected from the nonpenetrating engaging
portion of the means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 703.5. Securing means wherein the penetrating elements touch each
other during penetration and form a single hole through the structure-to-be-secured* or
a support member therefor.
READILY INTERLOCKING, TWO-PART FASTENER REQUIRING EITHER DESTRUCTIVE
OR TOOL DISENGAGEMENT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a securing means having two repositionable
portions which are easily brought into final securing engagement
with each other by unassisted manual force and are held in this
engaged position by either (1) the relative movement between sections
of one of the portions, (2) the reorientation after contact of one
of the portions relative to the other portion, or (3) an external
force transmitted to one of the portions by a structure-to-be-secured* or
a supporting structure therefore, and wherein one of these holding
methods prevents the portions from separating until either (a) a
force of sufficient magnitude is applied to the securing means to destructively
distort an engaging portion thereof rendering it unusable unless
repaired, or (b) a tool required operation (i.e., an operation which
could not be done by unassisted manual force or dexterity in the
disclosed environment) is utilized to manipulate, or apply a force
to, an engaging portion of the securing means.
(1)
Note. This subclass and its indented subclasses are intended
to provide a single locus within Class 24 for destructive or tool
disengaged, readily interlocking fasteners currently found in existing
subclasses therein. Until these fasteners are gathered together
at this locus it is not possible to establish clear lines with Class
411 or Class 403. Therefore, only fasteners of this type already
specifically provide for in Class 403 or Class 411 have been transferred
thereto.
(2)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedure.
for separable-fasteners* which have two
separate components dissociated from each other by tool manipulation of
an operator* attached to one of the components.
Joints and Connections,
subclasses 326+ for a joint using a biased catch, and subclasses
345+ for interfitted members joined together by a readily interlocking
fastener.
This subclass is indented under subclass 704.1. Subject matter including structure attached to both repositionable
portions which (a) does not affect the securing engagement therebetween and
(b) connects them together before they are in their final securing
position.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising a securing mechanism having an
elongated component which passes through an existing hole located in
the earlobe of a person to attach an ornament thereto.
(1)
Note. See the class definition to determine the extent to
which the earring may be claimed and remain proper for this class.
(2)
Note. A device intended to imaple the flesh of the earlobe
is excluded from this subclass and is classified in Class 128.
Jewelry,
subclasses 12 and 13 for a pierced earring claiming a specific detail
(e.g., setting lock contoured to shape of earlobe) or a specificity
of material (e.g., made from gold) of the earring beyond that required
for a general fastener.
Animal Husbandry,
subclasses 759 and 767 for a poke having a skin piercing attachment
to an animal, subclasses 824+ for a nostril attached mouth
restraint, subclasses 835+ for a snout restraint that pierces
the skin, and subclass 866 for a nose ring.
PIN OR SEPARATE ESSENTIAL COOPERATING DEVICE THEREFOR:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising either (a) a pin*, (b)
a required portion thereof (i.e., penetrating portion, nonpenetrating
portion), or (c) a discrete device intended to interact with a required
portion of the pin* and affect its operation in the final
securing position of the pin*.
(1)
Note. A device intended for impaling the flesh of an animal
(e.g., fish hook) is excluded from this and the indented subclasses
an is classified elsewhere based on its intended use (e.g., Class
17 for a meat skewer, Class 604 for a hypodermic needle).
(2)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedure.
(3)
Note. The penetrating fasteners found in this and the indented
subclasses are never intended to be directly driven by a tool into
the structure-to-be-secured*. A tool driven penetrating
fastener (e.g., nail) or a penetrating fastener which is commonly
known to be either tool driven or inserted by hand (e.g., tack)
is classified in Class 411. In addition, a device which interacts
with and affects the securing operation of a penetrating fastener
and either (a) is directly moved by a tool to or from its secured
position with the penetrating portion of the fastener (e.g., nut)
or (b) has a component or surface for directing, constraining, or shielding
the penetrating portion of a fastener directly moved by a tool (e.g., distorted
lock washer) is excluded from this and the indented subclasses.
However, a device which merely has a movable component or surface
shifted by a tool actuated operator* is proper for this and
the indented subclasses.
(4)
Note. Pins which are used as tools are excluded from this
class (see Lines With other Classes of the class definition) and are
found elsewhere (e.g., see search notes below for knitting needles,
apparrel apparatus, and sewing machine needles).
Miscellaneous Hardware (e.g., Bushing, Carpet Fastener, Caster, Door Closer, Panel Hanger, Attachable or Adjunct Handle, Hinge, Window Sash Balance, etc.),
subclasses 4+ for a carpet fastener which penetrates through
or into a carpet, and subclasses 87.2+ for a flexible panel attaching
means which penetrates into the panel to attach itself thereto and travels
along a track.
Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting,
subclasses 1.5+ for a pin fastener in combination with a specific
detail of a badge, and subclasses 24 and 25 for a check, label,
or tag fastener which penetrates through or into the supporting
article and has a special check, label, or tag accommodating feature (e.g.,
holder).
Fishing, Trapping, and Vermin Destroying, for devices which penetrate the flesh of an animal, particularly
subclass 5 for a gaff, subclass 6 for a spear, and subclasses
43.16+ for a hook.
Jewelry,
subclass 20 for an ornamental pin claiming a specific detail
(e.g., setting) or specificity of material (e.g., made of gold)
of the pin beyond that requiring for a fastener of general utility.
Toilet,
subclasses 57.1+ for a pin type fastener attached to a hat or for
a detached pin fastener cooperating with a hat attached guide or
tip protector.
Binder Devices Releasably Engaging Aperture or
Notch of Sheet, for a fastener which (1) enters or forms an opening
in a sheet, (2) can be separated by hand without damage to either
the sheet or fastener, and (3) has the sole disclosed use of retaining a
sheet.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706. Subject matter provided with means for connecting the pin* or
its interacting device to a portion of the structure-to-be-secured* or
a supporting member therefor, and wherein the means (a) does not
affect the operation of the pin* or interacting device
when connected or released, (b) is connected or released solely
by direct manual force, and (c) does not penetrate the structure-to-be-secured* or
support member when connected.
Miscellaneous Hardware (e.g., Bushing, Carpet Fastener, Caster, Door Closer, Panel Hanger, Attachable or Adjunct Handle, Hinge, Window Sash Balance, etc.),
subclasses 4+ for a carpet fastener which penetrates through
or into a carpet, and subclasses 87.2+ for a flexible panel attaching
means which penetrates into the panel to attach itself thereto and travels
along a track.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706. Subject matter having means which both (1) does not penetrate
through the hole formed by the impaling structure of the penetrating
portion and (2) is intended to cooperate with the penetrated portion
of the pin* to either (a) direct or constrain the motion
of this portion (e.g., prevent its withdraw) or (b) shield the impaling
structure of the portion from harmful contact with other objects.
(1)
Note. Directing, constraining, or shielding means considered
proper for this and the indented subclasses must either partially
surround or directly contact an exposed section of the penetrating
portion which has gone completely through the structure-to-be-secured* or
a supporting member therefor. Means which (1) merely covers a surface
of the material opposite to that penetrated into by the penetrating
portion or (2) contacts the penetrating portion within the material
penetrated is classified elsewhere under subclass 706 (e.g., 711.5,
710.6).
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.2. Directing, constraining, or shielding means which is either
(a) completely separate from or (b) only connected by flaccid* structure
to the pin* when the pin* is not in its final
securing position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.3. Directing, constraining, or shielding means intended to
interact with a pin* having two or more penetrating portions
which form distinct holes in the structure-to-be-secured* or
its supporting member.
(1)
Note. The means must interact with at least one of the penetrating
portions of the pin* for proper document classification
herein, but need not direct, constrain, or shield the remaining penetrating
portion(s).
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.3. Directing, constraining, or shielding means including either
(a) two distinct parts connected together in a manner allowing them
at their connection point or region to move relative to each other
when the penetrating portion is directed, constrained, or shielded
by these parts or (b) a surface segment integral with or rigidly
affixed to another surface segment and movable relative to this
segment when the penetrating portion is directed, constrained, or shielded
by these segments.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.5. Directing, constraining, or shielding means having an operator* for
moving either into or out of contact with the penetrating portion
a part or surface segment of the means which constrains the motion
of the penetrating portion when it is in contact therewith.
(1)
Note. An operator* proper for this and the indented
subclasses may also help to direct or shield the penetrating portion
of the pin*. However, if it contacts and directly constrains
the motion of the penetrating portion, it is not considered a proper
operator* for this and the indented subclasses and is placed
as a relatively movable constraining part elsewhere under subclasses
706.5.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.6. Directing, constraining, or shielding means wherein the
part moved by the operator* is connected to another part
of the means in a manner allowing it to both (a) swing in an arcuate
path about a constantly contacted connection point or region located
on the other part of the means and (b) maintain relative movement between
its surface and that of the other part at the point or region about
which it swings while traveling to or from its portion contacting
position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.6. Directing, constraining, or shielding means wherein the
part moved by the operator* is connected to another part
of the means by two mutually cooperating surfaces which (a) are each
integral with or fixedly attached to a different one of the parts,
(b) contact and slide relative to each other when the means constrains the
penetrating portion of the pin, and (c) restrict the relative motion
between the movably connected parts to substantively a single primary
direction, in addition, neither of the above parts are biased along
the primary directions of relative movement by their own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.5. Directing, constraining, or shielding means having the relatively
movable surfaces formed from either (a) material impaled by the
penetrating portion of the pin* when it interacts with
the means or (b) inherently resilient* material for gripping
the penetrating portion of the pin* when it interacts with
the means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.5. Directing, constraining, or shielding means with one part
connected to the other part in a manner allowing it to both (a)
swing in an arcuate path about a constantly contacted connection
point or region located on the other part and (b) maintain relative
movement between its surface and that of the other part at the point or
region about which it swings while traveling to or from its portion
contacting position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.5. Directing, constraining, or shielding means with one part
connected to the other part by two mutually cooperating surfaces
which (a) are each integral with or fixedly attached to a different
one of the parts, (b) contact and slide relative to each other when
the means direct, constrain, or shield the penetrating portion of the
pin, and (c) restrict the relative motion between the movably connected
parts to substantively a single primary direction, in addition,
neither of the above parts are biased along the primary direction
of relative movement by their own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.5. Directing, constraining, or shielding means having one of
the relatively movably parts or surface segments biased either into
or out of its directing constraining, or shielding position by its
own resiliency or the resiliency of another part of the means attached
to or contacting with it.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.2. Biased part or surface segment wound or molded in the form
of at least two complete, similarly shaped connected loops successively encircling
the longitudinal axis of the penetrating portion in its final securing
position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.2. Directing, constraining, or shielding means having a hole
with a continuous closed circumference formed in the biased part
or surface segment of the means, the central axis of this hole being
shifted away from the position to which it is normally biased and
into alignment with the central axis of a hole spaced from it and
formed in another part or surface segment of the means when the
penetrating portion of the pin* is inserted through both
holes.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.2. Directing, constraining, or shielding means having a nonresilient
part or surface segment which limits the movement of the penetrating portion
in at least two directions perpendicular to the one followed by
the penetrating portion as it moves towards the resilient part or
surface segment of the means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.3. Directing, constraining, or shielding means including a
part or surface for contacting and interlocking with a formation
which is (a) formed along the length of the penetrating portion
and (b) specially shaped to mate with the part or surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.2. Directing, constraining, or shielding means intended to
interact with a pin* having two or more penetrating portions
which form distinct holes in the structure-to-be-secured* or
its supporting member.
(1)
Note. The means must interact with at least one of the penetrating
portions of the pin* for properdocument classification
herein, but need not direct, constrain, or shield the remaining penetrating
portion(s).
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.7. Directing, constraining, or shielding means wherein the
movement of each penetrating portion of the pin* toward
and into interaction with its means is not affected by that of the other
penetrating portion.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.2. Directing, constraining, or shielding means including either
(a) two distinct parts connected together in a manner allowing them
at their connection point or region to move relative to each other
when the penetrating portion is directed, constrained, or shielded
by these parts or (b) a surface segment integral with or rigidly
affixed to another surface segment and movable relative to this
segment when the penetrating portion is directed, constrained, or shielded
by these segments.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.9. Directing, constraining, or shielding means with one part
connected to the other part in a manner allowing to to both (a)
turn about the longitudinal axis of the penetrating portion when
the portion is in its final securing position and (b) block the
movement of the penetrating portion from this position after turning.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.9. Directing, constraining, or shielding means with one part
connected to the other part in a manner allowing it to both (a)
swing in an arcuate path about a constantly contacted connection
point or region located on either the outer part or an intermediate
linking part of the means when directing, constraining, or shielding
the penetrating portion and (b) maintain relative movement between
the contacting surfaces of the parts at the point or region of their contact.
This subclass is indented under subclass 708.1. Directing, constraining, or shielding means having locking
means* to prevent the swinging part from moving.
This subclass is indented under subclass 708.1. Directing, constraining, or shielding means wherein the
swinging part is moved into or out of its directing, constraining,
or shielding position by the force stored in either (a) a separate spring
or (b) an integral, resilient* extension of the swinging
part.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.9. Directing, constraining, or shielding means with one part
connected to the other part by two mutually cooperating surfaces
which (a) are each integral with or fixedly attached to a different
one of the parts, (b) contact and slide relative to each other when
the parts direct, constrain, or shield the penetrating portion of the
pin, and (c) restrict the relative motion between the movably connected
parts to substantively a single primary direction, in addition,
neither of the above parts are biased along the primary direction
relative movement by their own resiliency.
This subclass is indented under subclass 708.4. Directing, constraining, or shielding means wherein the
primary direction of relative movement between the parts is parallel
to the longitudinal axis of the penetrating portion when it is located
in its final securing position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.9. Directing, constraining, or shielding means designed to
contact and interlock with a formation which is (a) formed along
the length of the penetrating portion and (b) specially shaped to mate
with the means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.9. Directing, constraining, or shielding means having a nonresilient
component and a separate resilient* component.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.9. Directing, constraining, or shielding means in which the
relatively movable surface segments are constructed solely from
a filament bent in a manner making at least one segment of the filament
resilient*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 707.9. Directing, constraining, or shielding means where the relatively
movable surface segments are constructed from a thin piece of metal
bent in a manner making at least one segment of the piece resilient*.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.2. Subject matter wherein the pin* is provided with
two or more connections or formations located between and linking
its penetrating portion and its directing, constraining, or shielding
means, the connections or formations being physically separated
from each other and allowing either the portion or the means to move
as a unit about one without any degree of movement being required
at the other connection or formation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 709. Subject matter including at least one connection having
two mutually cooperating surfaces which (a) are each integral with
or fixedly attached to the penetrating portion, the means, or an
intermediate linking part, (b) contact and slide relative to each
other when the penetrating portion or the means are moved during
the securing operation, and (c) restrict the relative motion at
the connection between the portion and means or linking part to
substantively a single primary direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.2. Subject matter wherein the pin* is provided with
a connection between its penetrating portion and its directing,
constraining, or shielding means which allows (a) the penetrating
portion to swing in an arcuate path about a constantly contacted
connection point or region located on either the means or an intermediate
linking part attached thereto during the securing operation and
(b) relative movement between the contacting surfaces of the portion
and means or linking part at the point or region of their contact.
This subclass is indented under subclass 709.2. Subject matter in which the connection between the penetrating
portion and the means or linking part also allows the penetrating
portion to move linearly along the length of the constantly contacted
connection region (i.e., the pivot point is nonfixed).
This subclass is indented under subclass 709.2. Subject matter in which the penetrating portion is swung
about the connection by the force stored in either (a) a separate
spring or (b) an integral, resilient* extension of the
portion, means, or linking part.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.2. Subject matter wherein the pin* is provided with
a connection between its penetrating portion and its directing,
constraining, or shielding means having two mutually cooperating
surfaces which (1) are each integral with or fixedly attached to
the penetrating portion, the means, or an intermediate linking part,
(2) contact and slide relative to each other when the penetrating
portion and means cooperate during the securing operation, and (3)
restrict the relative motion between the portion and means or linking
part to substantively a single primary direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706.2. Subject matter having an intermediate structure linking
the penetrating portion of the pin* to the directing, constraining,
or shielding means and biasing the portion toward or away from the
means by either its own resiliency or the resiliency of another
part of the pin* (e.g., spring) attached to or contacting
with the structure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 709.6. Subject matter wherein the directing, constraining, or shielding
means includes a part or surface for contacting and interlocking
with a formation which is (a) formed along the length of the penetrating
portion and (b) specially shaped to mate with the part or surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 709.8. Subject matter wherein the structure linking the penetrating
portion to the means includes an element which (a) has a length
approximately equal to that of the penetrating portion and (b) is
formed from material other than an elongated filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 709.8. Subject matter wherein the elongated filament from which
the penetrating portion is formed also forms at least a segment
of the linking structure, this segment being bent or molded into
the shape of at least two partial, similar, adjacent loops about
which the penetrating portion moves and is resiliently biased.
This subclass is indented under subclass 710. Subject matter including a device which is formed from structure
other than the elongated filament and designed to interact with
the loops of the filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 710. Subject matter having the directing, constraining, or shielding
means constructed from the same elongated filament forming the penetrating
portion and linking structure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706. Pin* provided with directing structure which prevents
the structure-to-be-secured* from traveling in at least
two directions perpendicular to the one along which the structure-to-be-secured* must
move when engaging the penetrating portion.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706. Pin* having either (a) its penetrating portion attached
to its nonpenetrating portion in a manner allowing it to be extended
from or drawn back into the nonpenetrating portion or (b) the length
of its penetrating portion capable of being varied.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706. Pin* having at least two penetrating portions which
are linked together by the nonpenetrating portion of the pin* and
form distinct holes in the struc-ture-to-be-secured* or
its support member.
This subclass is indented under subclass 710.5. Pin* wherein the section of the nonpenetrating portion
linking at least two of the penetrating portions together allows
each to move relative to each other during the securing operation.
This subclass is indented under subclass 710.6. Pin* in which the section of the nonpenetrating portion
linking at least two relatively movable penetrating portions includes
two mutually cooperating surfaces which (a) are each integral with
or fixedly attached to one of the penetrating portions or their
common nonpenetrating portion, (b) contact and slide relative to
each other when the penetrating portions move during the securing
operation, and (c) restrict the relative motion between the penetrating
portions to substantively a single primary direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 710.6. Pin* in which the section of the nonpenetrating portion
linking the two relatively movable penetrating portion together
bias the portions by its own resiliency towards or away from their
final securing position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 710.9. Pin* wherein the impaling surface of both penetrating
portions face toward a common direction and are parallel to each
other.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706. Pin* wherein the penetrating portion includes either
(a) two distinct parts connected together in a manner allowing them
at their connection point or region to move relative to each other or
(b) a surface segment integral with or rigidly affixed to another
surface segment and movable relative to this segment, the relative
movement of the parts or surfaces occurring after the penetrating
portion impales the structure-to-be-secured* or its supporting
member and inhibiting or preventing its withdrawal.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706. Pin* wherein the penetrating portion is constructed
from an elongated filament which either (a) has a particular structural
modification (e.g., stepped point) or (b) is made from a particular
material.
Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed,
or Locked-Threaded Fastener,
subclasses 487+ for a nail, tack, or staple having specific shank or
penetrating end structure.
This subclass is indented under subclass 706. Pin* having its nonpenetrating portion constructed
from material or structure other than that forming the penetrating
portion.
(1)
Note. If the nonpenetrating portion of the pin either supports
or forms guiding, holding, or protecting means for the penetrating
portion (e.g., contacts or covers the point of the pin), then it
is not proper for this and the indented subclass and is found in
subclasses 706.2+.
Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed,
or Locked-Threaded Fastener,
subclass 480 for an impact driven fastener having a separately attached
head.
This subclass is indented under subclass 711.4. Pin* having a connection between its penetrating
portion and nonpenetrating portion which allows the two portions
to move relative to each other when fastening.
DRAWSTRING, LACED-FASTENER, OR SEPARATE ESSENTIAL COOPERATING
DEVICE THEREFOR:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising either (1) a drawstring*,
(2) a laced-fastener*, (3) a required component thereof
(i.e., string, string guiding means) or (4) a discrete device intended
to contact and interact with a required portion of the laced-fastener* to
affect its operation.
(1)
Note. Some patents within this and the indented subclasses
have been placed solely on either (1) their principle disclosed
use or (2) their commonly known use in the disclosed environment
(e.g., an eyelet shown near the opening of a shoe) when no special
art classification for the claimed device exist elsewhere.
(2)
Note. Patents which merely name an eyelet or grommet mounted
on flaccid material have been placed within this and the indented
subclasses even if there is no disclosure that they are string guiding
means proper for this and the indented subclasses, when their disclosures
do not state what passes through their guiding cavity and the eyelets
or grommets do not attach layers of material together.
(3)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedures.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. Subject matter including a device which (a) is neither part
of nor fixedly attached to the string or string guiding means of
either the drawstring* or laced-fastener* and
(b) prevents, or helps to prevent, retrograde movement of the extracted
portion of the string from its securing position.
(1)
Note. In general, a device which is part of guiding means
for the string is not proper for this and the indented subclasses.
However, if a guiding means with a device is intended to always
be used at the end of a series of diverse type guiding means which
are not intended to prevent the movement of the string, then it
is proper for this area.
for a fastener which engages and holds one portion
of a cord or rope having a principle utility outside this class
(i.e., the rope or cord is a structure-to-be-secured* and
not part of a Class 24 fastener).
Freight Accommodation on Freight Carrier,
subclasses 101+ for an anchor to secure an end of a load lashing
member to a freight carrying vehicle so that the remainder of the member
may be used to lash a freight load unit to the vehicle.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712.1. Movement preventing device which contacts and works in conjunction
with a knot or bow formed in cooperating extracted portions of the string.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712.2. Movement preventing device wherein either the knot or bow
in the string is entirely concealed beneath the perimeter of the
device.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712.1. Movement preventing device which contacts and works in conjunction
with either (1) a distinct element attached to and supported by
the string or (2) a structural formation (e.g., aperture) formed
in or on the string to prevent retrograde movement of the string.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712.1. Movement preventing device having either (1) two distinct
parts connected together in a manner allowing them at their connection
point or region to move relative to each other when the components
contact and act together to prevent retrograde movement of the string
or (2) a segment integral with or rigidly affixed to another segment
and movable relative to this segment when the two segments contact
and act together to prevent retrograde movement of the string.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712.5. Movement preventing device with one string contacting part
connected to another string contacting part in a manner allowing
it to both (1) swing in an arcuate path about a constantly engaged
connection point or region located on either the other string contacting
part or an intermediate linking part of the device and (2) maintain
relative movement between the engaging surfaces of the parts at
the point or region of their engagement when shifting toward or
away from its string contacting position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712.5. Movement preventing device with one string contacting segment
connected to another string contacting segment by intermediate structure unitarily
constructed with the two contacting segments and biasing them by
its own resiliency either toward or away from their string contacting
position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712.7. Movement preventing device in which the intermediate structure
is constructed from an elongated filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712.1. Movement preventing device having specifically shaped structure
either upon which the string is wrapped around or into which the string
is compressed to prevent retrograde movement thereof.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. Subject matter provided with means stationarily attached
to the string for preventing, or helping to prevent, retrograde
movement of the extracted portion of the string from its secured position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 713. Movement preventing means which also shields or encases
the ends of the string to either prevent damage to the ends or facilitate their
passage through the guiding means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. String guiding means which includes a component of surface
for preventing, or helping to prevent, retrograde movement of the
extracted portion of the string from its securing position.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. Subject matter wherein the string is guided along its path
by two or more guiding means placed in a specific relationship to
each other or a design.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. String guiding means including a component for reducing
friction which rotates about an axis when the string contacts and
is pulled across its surface.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. String guiding means having structure at least partially
encircling a string guiding aperture which completely passes through
and has its central axis perpendicular to the longitudinal plane
of the structure-to-be-secured.*
Miscellaneous Hardware (e.g., Bushing, Carpet Fastener, Caster, Door Closer, Panel Hanger, Attachable or Adjunct Handle, Hinge, Window Sash Balance, etc.),
subclasses 2.1+ for a device which lines and reinforces an opening
in a structure to prevent abrasion of an element passing therethrough,
and subclasses 108+ for an annular protective device which prevents
abrasion of an element passing through a pipe or conduit.
Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed,
or Locked-Threaded Fastener,
subclasses 439+ , for a fastener securing two layers of material together
and having a hole formed therethrough which is not disclosed for
use as a passageway for an element (e.g., lacing).
This subclass is indented under subclass 713.6. String guiding means provided with structure for attaching
the guiding means to the structure-to-be-secured* which
has a portion of its initial configuration altered during the attaching
operation by a deforming force in excess of the amount of force
necessary for plastic deformation of the material from which the
structure is constructed.
Metal Working,
subclasses 505+ for the process of joining two parts together by
distorting a portion of at least one of the parts beyond its elastic limit.
This subclass is indented under subclass 713.7. String guiding means in which the attaching structure is
constructed from material diverse from that used in at least one
portion of the structure which encircles the string guiding aperture.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. String guiding means having an elongated planer shank and
a curved or bent appendage which projects therefrom and has its
remaining end unconnected thereto, the free end of the appendage
and a portion of the shank defining a gap through which the string
may enter or leave the guide means when moved in a direction perpendicular
to the direction the string travels when guided.
This subclass is indented under subclass 713.9. String guiding means having either (1) a distinct displaceable
part connected to or (2) a displaceable surface segment integral
with or rigidly affixed to the shank or appendage of the guiding
means for blocking the gap through which the string enter or leaves.
This subclass is indented under subclass 713.9. String guiding means which is attached to the structure-to-be-secured* by
structure permitting the string guiding portion of the means to move
as a complete unit relative to the surface to which it is attached.
This subclass is indented under subclass 713.9. String guiding means in which the shank and its curved or
bent appendage are constructed from an elongated filament.
This subclass is indented under subclass 713.9. String guiding means provided with structure to attach the
guiding means to the structure-to-be-secured* which is
constructed from material diverse from that used in at least one
part of the remainder of the guide means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 713.9. String guiding means provided with structure for attaching
the guiding means to the structure-to-be-secured* which
has its initial configuration altered during the attaching operation by
a deforming force in excess of the amount of force necessary for
plastic deformation of the material from which the structure is
constructed.
Metal Working,
subclasses 505+ for the process of joining two parts together by
distorting a portion of at least one of the parts beyond its elastic limit.
This subclass is indented under subclass 714.4. Deformed attaching structure having a narrow shank portion
which first passes through the structure-to-be-secured* and
then has the width of the end projecting therethrough broadened by
the deforming force to prevent its withdrawal.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. String guiding means attached to the structure-to-be-secured* and
having a curved or bent configuration which either fully encircles,
or coacts with the structure-to-be-secured* to fully encircle,
a passage through which the string travels when guided.
This subclass is indented under subclass 714.6. String guiding means which is attached to the structure-to-be-secured* by
structure permitting the string guiding portion of the means to move
as a complete unit relative to the surface to which it is attached.
This subclass is indented under subclass 714.6. String guiding means provided with structure for attaching
the guiding means to the structure-to-be-secured* which
has its initial configuration altered during the attaching operation by
a deforming force in excess of the amount of force necessary for
plastic deformation of the material from which the structure is
constructed.
Metal Working,
subclasses 505+ for the process of joining two parts together by
distorting a portion of at least one of the parts beyond its elastic limit.
This subclass is indented under subclass 715. String guiding means wherein the passage in the means through
which the string passes is fully encircled only after the attaching
structure is deformed.
This subclass is indented under subclass 715. Deformed attaching structure having a narrow shank portion
which first passes through the structure-to-be-secured* and
then has the width of the end projecting therethrough broadened by
the deforming force to prevent its withdrawal.
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. String having at least a portion of its length either (1)
formed from or combined with flaccid* resilient* material
or (2) attached to and supporting a resilient* element
(e.g., spring).
This subclass is indented under subclass 712. String having means located thereon for shielding or encasing
at least one of its ends to either prevent damage to the end or
facilitate its passage through the guiding means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 715.4. Shielding or encasing means which includes either (1) multiple
parallel cords or (2) a slitted part with multiple parallel tentacles,
the cords or tentacles having one of their ends fixedly attached
to the string and the other end extending away from the string and
dangling freely.
This subclass is indented under subclass 715.4. Shielding or encasing means provided with two distinct parts
which are connected together when attached to the string.
This subclass is indented under subclass 715.4. Shielding or encasing means provided with structure for
attaching the means to the string which has its initial configuration
altered during the attaching operation by a deforming force in excess
of the amount of force necessary for plastic deformation of the
material from which the structure is constructed.
Metal Working,
subclasses 505+ for the process of joining two parts together by
distorting a portion of a least one of the parts beyond its elastic limit.
HANGER ON PORTABLE ARTICLE SUPPORT FOR MANUAL ATTACHMENT
THEREOF TO OVERHEAD SUPPORT (E.G., DRAPERY HOOK):
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising connecting means on transportable
article supporting structure which is attached or detached solely by
direct manual force to a support member (e.g., rod) located above
it when the article supporting structure is suspended therefrom.
Miscellaneous Hardware (e.g., Bushing, Carpet Fastener, Caster, Door Closer, Panel Hanger, Attachable or Adjunct Handle, Hinge, Window Sash Balance, etc.),
subclasses 87.2 , 93, 94, 95, and 96, for a drapery support in combination
with guide shoe or guide track structure.
Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclass 404 for the combination of a hook element supporting
fabric from an elongated support element.
Apparel Apparatus,
subclasses 85+ for a garment hanger (e.g., coat hanger) provided
with a support hook and Dig. 4 for a garment hanger support hook
or garment support hook.
Fastener designed to hold one or more portions of a neck
encircling band of a shirt in a particular position relative to
either another portion of the neck encircling band or the shirt.
Securing means designed to either (a) close an opening in
a hand covering or (b) hold one portion of a hand covering relative
to another portion thereof.
FASTENER FOR ATTACHING BAND TO WATCH OR SIMILAR ARTICLE
(E.G., NAME PLATE):
Securing means designed to releaseably attach either a watch
or another article of like size to a band intended to be worn around
an appendage of a person.
Securing means which is completely constructed from a plastic
compound (e.g., synthetic resin, polymer) and includes an elongated
shank portion with a bent or curved appendage projecting therefrom.
Securing means which is designed to be mounted on a fishline
and to releasably attach fishing apparatus (e.g., fishhook) thereto
and which includes an elongated shank portion with a bent or curved
appendage projecting therefrom.
Winders adapted to be attached to a wire, strap, or other
line at a point along its length to take up slack and remain as
a permanent part of the line.
Any Foreign patents or non-patent literature from subclasses
that have been classified have been transferred directly to FOR
Collections listed below. These collections contain only foreign
patents or non-patent literature. The parenthetical references
in the collection titles refer to the abolished subclasses from
which these collections were derived.
SEPARABLE-FASTENER OR REQUIRED COMPONENT THEREOF (24/572):
Subject matter comprising a separable-fastener* or
a required component of a separable-fastener* (i.e., one
of the interlocking members).
(1)
Note. Securing means having a component which penetrates or
forms a passageway through the structure-to-be-secured* and
then contacts and interlocks with a dissociable cooperating member
are not considered proper for this and the indented subclasses and
are found generally below in subclass 706 and its indented subclasses.
In addition, securing means which penetrate through the structure-to-be-secured* to
form and interlock with an aperture in the struc-ture-to-be-secured* are
also not found in this and the indented subclasses and are located
in subclasses 706 and 442.
(2)
Note. See the class definition for patent placement procedure.
Separable-fastener* provided with a third, dissociable
member which is not directly attached to the two other mating interlocking
members and which concurrently engages both of them when they are
in their final fastening position to complete the interlocking connection.
(1)
Note. This interlocking member may either be totally separate
from or linked with the structure-to-be-secured*.
(2)
Note. A separable-fastener* which includes three
separate members and has at least one member which is capable of completing
a useful interlocking connection between a section of the structure-to-be-secured* to
which it is mounted and either another section thereof or a support
therefor by selectively interlocking with either of the remaining
two dissociable members without requiring (a) all three members
to be interengaged to complete interlock or (b) their connections
to be done in a specific sequence with each other is not considered
proper for this and the indented subclasses and is found below in
subclasses 605, 630, or 697.
Separable-fastener* wherein the dissociable member
(a) enters a cavity formed in each of two distinct planar structures
composing the structure-to-be-secured* or the support therefor,
(b) connects the planar structures to each other, and (c) maintains
the structures in parallel, noncoplanar relationship while connected.
Separable-fasteners* wherein the dissociable
member includes two distinct projections which each (a) have one
of their ends connected to common, generally planar bridging structure
and have their opposite end (i.e., tip) free from fixed connection with
any other portion of the dissociable member and bending generally
toward the planar bridging structure or the other projection and
(b) engage one of two spaced cavities and separately interlock therewith
when their member bridges the space therebetween.
Separable-fastener* wherein the dissociable member
includes barrier means for each projection which is movably connected
to or formed from the bridging structure and which closes or reduces
the unobstructed spaced between the tip of its projection and the
bridging structure when located in one of its positions to less
than the amount of space needed to pass the projection into or out
of its cooperating cavity.
Separable-Fastener* wherein the third member
includes two parts connected together which (a) shift relative to
each other during the fastening operation and (b) are structurally
distinct from each other (i.e., not integrally formed or rigidly
affixed to each other).
Separable-fastener* wherein the dissociable member
consist of a slender element formed from a single piece of material
having no appendages along it length.
Separable-fastener* wherein the interlocking
faces of each of the two dissociable, mating members have (a) approximately
the same structural configuration and size, and (b) require the
same manipulation to maneuver them together into mutual interlocking contact.
(1)
Note. For a separable-fastener* to be proper for
this subclass and the indented subclasses, the interlocking faces
of the mating members must be capable of receiving each other to
the same degree or alternately when maneuvered into contact. Mating
members which have a similar shape, but which have a variation in
sizes so that one member always surrounds a greater area of the
other member are classified in other subclasses located below.
Dissociable mating member wherein the interlocking
face (i.e., the portion actually engaging opposed member during
interlock) includes a single formation or group of contacting aligned
formations which have (a) a significantly longer dimension in one
direction (i.e., the magnitude thereof being much greater than that
of any dimension of a cross-sectional slice taken perpendicular thereto)
and (b) identically shaped, uniformly sized, cross-sectional configurations positioned
along and perpendicular to the length of this dimension.
Dissociable mating member wherein the interlocking
face (i.e., the portion actually engaging opposed member during
interlock) includes a single formation or group of formations which
has (a) a significantly longer dimension in one direction (i.e.,
the magnitude thereof being much greater than that of any dimension
of a cross-sectional slice taken perpendicular thereto) and (b)
differently shaped or sized cross-sectional configurations positioned
along and perpendicular to the length of this dimension. subclass
364 for interfitted rigid* or semirigid* panels (i.e.,
structure-to-be-secured*) having interdigitated interlocking
structure forming a joint.
Dissociable mating member wherein each mating member
includes two distinct interlocking faces having configurations which are
structural counterparts of one another and which are each only capable
of being alternately used with the opposed mating member to engage
and interlock with their counterpart configuration thereon.
(1)
Note. A mating member having two distinct complementary interlocking
faces alternately usable before its mounting to a supporting surface,
but which is intended to utilize only one of these faces after its
mounting is proper for this subclass.
Dissociable mating member formed from a single piece
of material and having a main, generally planar, shank section connected
at one end to a mounting section of this member or directly to the
structure-to-be-secured*, and at the other end, to an integral of
rigidly attached appendage section which appendage section (a) has
its opposite end free from fixed connection with any other section
of this member, and (b) bends generally towards either the connection
of the shank section with the mounting section of this member, the
shank section, or the structure-to-be-secured*.
Separable-fastener* including a dissociable mating
member with an interlocking face having a plurality of spaced, distinct
structural formations and another opposed mating member with an
interlocking face selectively interlockable with any of these formations
to complete the securing operation.
(1)
Note. An opposed member having an interlocking face which
engages more than one of the structural formation on the interlocking
face of the first member during a particular securing operation
is only proper for this and the indented subclasses when the number
of formations engaged in the securing operation can be less than
the total number of formations available.
(2)
Note. When both interlocking members have plural formations,
then the one considered the formations member is always the one
with the large number of formations. If both members have an equal number
of formations and comply with the restrictions of (1) Note, then
they are placed within this subclass.
Plural formations member having its spaced, distinct
structural formations located on a surface which at least partially
defines one wall of a cavity utilized by this member to guide an
inserted portion of the mating member towards its final interlock
position with the formations.
(1)
Note. A cavity which is proper for this and the indented subclass
may or may not fully encircle the segment of the pathway along which
the selectively interlocking member travels during its initial insertion.
However, if it only partially encircles this location, then it must clearly
limit the movement of the inserted member in at least two directions
which are perpendicular to the direction of its travel and in opposite directions
to one another at this location.
Plural formations member having at least one opposed-member-guiding
or contacting component which is (a) utilized to enhance the interlocking
connecting between the mating members, and (b) attached in a manner
allowing, or includes a portion resilient* enough to allow,
the movement of this component relative to the remainder of its
member during the interlocking operation.
(1)
Note. The component of this subclass may be either a part
of one of the formations, one of the formations, or a totally separate
element from the formations.
Plural formations member having at least one opposed-member-guiding
or engaging component which is (a) utilized to enhance the interlocking
connection between the mating members, and (b) attached in a manner
allowing, or includes a portion resilient* enough to allow,
the movement of this component relative to the remainder of its
member during the interlocking operation.
(1)
Note. The component of this subclass may be either a part
of one of the formations, one of the formations, or a totally separate
element from the formations.
Selective interlocking member having at least one
component for guiding or engaging the plural formations on the opposed
member which (a) enhances its interlocking engagement with one of
the formations, and (b) is attached in a manner allowing, or includes
a portion resilient* enough to allow, the movement of this
component relative to the remainder of its member during the interlocking
operation
Selective interlocking member having a cavity utilized
to guide an inserted portion of the plural formations member during
the interlocking operation and limit its travel by this guidance.
(1)
Note. A cavity which is proper for this subclass may or may
not fully encircle the segment of the pathway along which the formations
member travels during its initial insertion. However, if it only
partially encircles this location, then it must clearly limit the
movement of the inserted member in at least two directions which
are perpendicular to the direction of its travel and in opposite directions
to one another at this location.
Separable-fastener* wherein at least one
of the mating members is mounted to structure-to-be-secured* or
a support therefor by means which allows this member to be repositioned
during the securing operation to facilitate the interlocking of
the faces of the two mating members.
Separable-fastener* wherein one of the
dissociable mating members includes a single resilient* interlocking
face (i.e., the portion actually engaging the opposed member during
interlock) or a group of contacting, aligned, resilient* interlocking
faces having (a) a significantly longer dimension in one direction
(i.e., the magnitude thereof being much greater than that of any
dimension of a cross-sectional slice taken perpendicular thereto)
and (b) identically shaped, uniformly sized, cross-sectional configurations positioned
along and perpendicular to the length of this dimension.
Separable-fastener* including one dissociable
mating member having a cavity portion on its interlocking face and
another mating member having a projecting portion on its interlocking
face insertable through the access opening (i.e., the portion of
the cavity defining the segment of the pathway along which the projection
travels during its initial insertion) of the cavity which receives
and guides the projection towards the final position it maintains
when the interlocking faces of the two mating members are secured together.
(1)
Note. Patents in which both interlocking members include a
cavity at least partially encompassing a portion of the opposed
member"s structure during their association with each other
are placed in this and the indented subclasses according to the
following rule: the receiving is always the member having the largest cavity
which encompasses a portion of the mating structure"s surface
at the interlocking connection (i.e., area or mutual contact). The
only exceptions to this rule are when either a (1) hook, (2) member
having a closable access opening, or (3) member having a cavity
with a partially encircled access opening have a portion of their
structure maneuvered through a smaller cavity located on the opposed
member and having a fully encircled access opening which is not intended
to be fully positioned between side walls of the first member"s
cavity in its final interlocked position. In these situations the
member having the cavity with the largest fully encircled access opening
is always considered the receiving member.
(2)
Note. A cavity which is proper for this and the indented subclasses
may or may not have a fully encircled access opening. However, if
it only partially encircles the initial segment of the projection"s
pathway, it must clearly limit the movement of the inserted projection
in at least two directions which are perpendicular to the direction
of projection travel and in opposite directions to one another at
this segment in the pathway.
(3)
Note. The cavity referred to in this and the indented subclasses
is always the largest structural formation of the receiving member
which fulfills all the requirements of (1) and (2) Notes of this subclass,
and the projection referred to is always the largest projecting
portion inserted within this cavity and located on the opposed member.
Patents should not be placed in this and the indented subclasses
on the basis of a small "cavity" or the "projection"
therefor.
Separable-fastener* wherein either the receiving
or projection member is provided with additional means which (a)
completes the interlock between the receiving and projection members,
(b) is different from either the cavity or projection on its member
in size, shape, and method of interlock, (c) is located completely
outside of the cavity or is separate from the projection, and (d)
respectively engages with structure or the opposed member distinct
from either the projection or any supporting structure forming a
rigidly affixed or integral extension of the projection or the internal
surface of the structure defining the cavity.
Dissociable mating members, wherein either the projection
or an opposed member engaging or guiding portion of the projection
or the receiving member is rotated about the central axis of the
cavity"s access opening (i.e., the portion of the cavity
defining the opening through which the projection initially enters)
after or during the insertion of the projection into the cavity
to complete the interlock between the members.
Projection member having at least a component of
its inserted projection connected to another component of its member
(i.e., either a stationary component of the projection or noninserted
component) in a manner allowing relative rotation around the connection
therebetween.
Projection member having an operator* for turning
the rotatably connected component about its connection.
(1)
Note. A component which both (a) prevents the separation of
the dissociable mating members, and (b) is located on one of the
mating members and directly engages the interlocking portion of
the other mating member is not considered a proper operator* for
this subclass and is placed as a relatively movable interlocking
component.
Projection member having locking-means* for
retaining the rotatably connected component at a particular orientation
when it is in interlocking engagement.
(1)
Note. A component which (a) prevents the separation of the
dissociable members, and (b) is located on one of the mating members
and directly engages the interlocking portion of the other mating
member is not considered a proper position locking-means* for
this subclass and is placed elsewhere as an interlocking component.
Locking-means* including a notch or hump formed
on the rotatably connected component and resilient* biasing
means for shifting this rotatable component along its rotational
axis and moving the notch or hump thereon into engagement with a
nonrotating component of its member.
Locking-means* including an element resiliently
biased in a direction transverse to the central axis of the access
opening and located on one relatively rotating component of the
projection member and engaging and pushing against a contact surface
located on the other relatively rotating component of the projection
member at the connection to prevent any rotation until the resilient* force of
the element is overcome by the camming action of the contact surface
thereagainst.
Projection member provided with resilient* biasing
means attached thereto for shifting the rotatably connected projection
or component thereof along its rotational axis.
Receiving member which includes either (a) two distinct,
projection contacting or guiding components, in addition to or forming
a portion or portions of the required guiding cavity, connected
together in a manner allowing them at their connection point or region
to move relative to each other for facilitating interlock with the
projection of the mating member during the securement operation,
or (b) a cavity having a projection contacting or guiding surface
segment which is integral with or rigidly affixed to the surface
forming the remainder of the cavity and movable relative to this
remaining surface to change the shape of the cavity"s periphery
for facilitating interlock with the projection of the mating member
during the securement operation.
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