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Class 016
MISCELLANEOUS HARDWARE
Class Definition:
This class includes specific articles of hardware not
otherwise classified. It comprises such articles as
carpet-fasteners, door-hangers, sash-cord fasteners,
sash-weights, hinges, door checks and closures,
sash-balances, furniture-casters, etc.
Hardware articles such as nails, screws, staples, bolts, and
rivets are classified as in References to Other Classes,
below.
REFERENCES TO OTHER CLASSES
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
7, Compound Tools, appropriate subclasses for compound
tools.
59, Chain, Staple, and Horseshoe Making, subclasses 78+ for
chains.
70, Locks, appropriate subclasses for locks.
81, Tools, appropriate subclasses for tools.
292, Closure Fasteners, appropriate subclasses for bolt
elements and latching devices not combined with lock
structure and door checks of the door-bracing type.
301, Land Vehicles: Wheels and Axles, subclass 5.3 for skate
wheels.
384, Bearings, appropriate subclasses for plain and
anti-friction bearings, per se.
411, Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed or
Locked-Threaded Fastener appropriate subclasses for fastening
elements of the kinds provided for therein.
GLOSSARY:
HINGE AXIS
Any axis about which a hinged member* rotates during
operation of the hinge.
HINGED MEMBER
Any device or portion thereof (e.g., closure, seat back,
etc.) which is adapted to be swingably connected by a hinge
to another device or portion thereof (e.g., frame, box, sill,
etc.).
HINGE PIN
An elongated rodlike element about which a hinged member*
swings (e.g., "pintle").
LEAF
A rod or platelike portion by which the hinge is adapted to
be secured to a hinged member*.
SUBCLASSES
Subclass:
2.1
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising an annular sleeve to line an opening which extends
through the interior of a structure to (a) prevent the
abrasion of any elements passing through the opening or the
structure itself or (b) fortify the opening.
(1) Note. The device of this subclass may have any of a
variety of means for fastening it to the wall of the opening
such as a weld or a compression ring. The opening may be the
end of a pipe or other conduit.
(2) Note. In a claim proper for this subclass as much of the
device having the opening (e.g., pipe) may be included as is
necessary to define the bushing.
(3) Note. A grommet is considered appropriate for this
subclass since it includes structure that extends through an
opening having a substantially planar exterior surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2.2 for a bushing with a sealing means
2.3 for a bung or tap bushing
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
12, Boot and Shoe Making, for a bushing used during the
manufacture of shoes.
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., for subject matter
claiming interfitting fasteners, where one is embedded in the
structure and intending to receive the other.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, especially
subclass 83, for a bushing limited by structure for use with
an electric conduits or cables, subclass 136 for
anti-abrasion devices, subclasses 152+ for wall mounted
insulators of the bushing type, and subclasses 153+, 154+,
and 167 for other bushing insulators
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclasses 98+ for a bung and
particularly subclass 113 for a bushing combined with a
bung.
226, Advancing Material of Indeterminate Length, may include
a nominal recitation of a supply or take-up coil (e.g., less
than a support for such a coil or a cooperative relationship
between a tension or exhaust detector and reel driving or
reel stopping means, etc.), subclass 196.1 for a passive
guide combined with a material feeder.
242, Winding, Tensioning, or Guiding, subclasses 615+ for a
residual guide or guard that directs elongated flexible
material or one combined with more than nominal winding
structure.
250, Radiant Energy, subclass 466.1 for self luminous
sources or attachments therefor and subclasses 483.1+ for
fluorescent and phosphorescent plates and escutcheons.
285, Pipe Joints or Couplings, subclass 130 and 213 for a
bushing or lining for an opening intended to receive a pipe.
384, Bearings, subclasses 276+ for a sleeve or liner
intended to serve as a bearing.
408, Cutting by use of Rotating Axially Moving Tool, subclass
241 for a bushing used to guide a drill bit.
439, Electrical Connectors, especially subclasses 207+ for
an electrical connector combined with a conduit which may
include a bushing.
Subclass:
2.2
Providing a restricted or insulated environment (i.e.,
sealable) for internal elements:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.1. Bushing
particularly adapted to prevent the flow of heat or material
from one side of the structure to the other.
(1) Note. Included herein are firebreak devices, which
prevents smoke and flames from traveling through a wall along
the axis of a conduit, and means to insulate electrical
conduits
Subclass:
2.3
Bung or tap:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.1. Bushing for use
in an opening in the wall of a liquid storage container
(e.g., a barrel or keg) adapted to receive a plug or valve
means to facilitate flow of the liquid into or out of the
container.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, subclasses 320+, for a valved closure
i.e., a tap for a pipe or keg.
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclasses 98+ for a bung and
particularly subclass 113 for the combination of a bung with
a bushing.
220, Receptacles, appropriate subclasses, for a receptacle
combined with a tap means.
Subclass:
2.4
Threaded:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.3. Bushing ...
including a helical cooperating portion in the interior
adapted to threadingly engage a cooperating helical portion
on the exterior of the bung or tap to secure the bushing in
place.
Subclass:
2.5
Providing strain relief:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.1. Subject matter
claiming means to relieve externally exerted loads on
elements passing through the annular member.
Subclass:
4
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices
comprising fastening devices for securing carpets rugs, and
floor-coverings in extended position upon floors.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
17.1 for a rug antislip or stiffener attachment, per se, in
combination with a rug, where no more of the rug structure is
recited than is necessary to support the attachment.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclass 311 for
combined fasteners of the buckle, button or clasp type;
subclasses 706+ for pin fasteners; subclass 572 for separable
fasteners and subclass 455 for clasps.
411, Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed, or
Locked-Threaded Fastener appropriate subclasses for fasteners
in which the floor penetrating member is an integral part of
the fastener.
Subclass:
5
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Devices for
stretching and holding carpets and rugs in stretched position
upon floors.
Subclass:
6
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Devices
comprising hook devices.
Subclass:
7
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Devices including
floor-moldings.
Subclass:
8
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Devices for
securing rugs in extended position upon carpets or
floor-coverings.
Subclass:
9
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Devices of the
sliding type.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
411, Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed, or
Locked-Threaded Fastener subclasses 439+ for impact driven
fasteners.
Subclass:
10
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Devices for
securing stair-carpets in extended position upon stairs.
Subclass:
11
This subclass is indented under subclass 10. Devices for
securing stair-carpets in extended position upon or adjacent
to stair-risers.
Subclass:
12
This subclass is indented under subclass 10. Devices of the
rod type.
Subclass:
13
This subclass is indented under subclass 12. Devices having
catch devices for holding the rods in adjusted position.
Subclass:
14
This subclass is indented under subclass 13. Devices of the
sliding type.
Subclass:
15
This subclass is indented under subclass 13. Devices of the
swinging type.
Subclass:
16
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Devices
comprising binding-strips.
Subclass:
17
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Devices of the
swinging type.
Subclass:
17.1
CARPET STIFFENER OR ANTI-SLIP DEVICE, PER SE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter adapted for attachment to a fabric type floor
covering, i.e., a rug, especially to maintain the rug in a
flattened condition or to prevent the rug from sliding on the
floor.
(1) Note. A carpet stiffener or anti-slip device combined
with a carpet is not included herein; however, the device of
this subclass may include the carpet structure necessary to
support the device.
(2) Note. Included herein is a carpet stiffener attached to
the corners of a carpet.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 4+ for a carpet fastener used to secure a rug or
carpet to the floor.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., especially subclass 311
for a combined diverse multi part fastener of the buckle,
button or clasp type, subclasses 455+ for a clasp, subclasses
572+ for a separable fastener and subclasses 706+ for a pin
fasteners.
139, Textiles: Weaving, subclasses 391+ for a carpet,
including a carpet combined with a carpet stiffener or with
an anti-slip device.
411, Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool Deformed, or
Lock Threaded Fastener, for a fastener in which a floor
penetrating member is an integral part of the fastener.
Subclass:
18
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Casters
comprising wheels, balls or sliding shoes mounted for movably
supporting furniture and other like objects.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
97 and see the Notes appended thereto, for wheel mounts for
panel hangers or travelers.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
211, Supports: Racks, subclass 74 for condiment cruets and
stands entitled casters.
Subclass:
19
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having
vertically adjustable means for the wheel or pintle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
280, Land Vehicles, subclasses 43+ for vehicles having
vertically adjustable wheels.
Subclass:
20
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters which
are antifrictionally swiveled.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
48 for multiple wheel casters antifrictionally swiveled.
Subclass:
21
This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Casters in which
the casters antifrictional swiveling means comprises balls.
Subclass:
22
This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Casters in which
the antifrictional swiveling means comprises cylinders.
Subclass:
23
This subclass is indented under subclass 22. Casters in which
the cylinders are pivoted.
Subclass:
24
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters
comprising balls.
Subclass:
25
This subclass is indented under subclass 24. Casters having
antifrictional mounting means.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
46 for caster wheels having antifrictionally mounting
means.
Subclass:
26
This subclass is indented under subclass 25. Casters in which
the antifrictional mounting means comprises balls.
Subclass:
27
This subclass is indented under subclass 25. Casters in which
the antifrictional mounting means comprises cylinders.
Subclass:
28
This subclass is indented under subclass 24. Casters in which
the balls are pivoted in the caster-frames with or without
antifriction means.
Subclass:
29
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Devices
comprising corner braces or brackets for mounting casters.
Subclass:
30
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters bodily
separable from the article supported.
Subclass:
31
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having a
wheel mount or horn of specific construction.
Subclass:
32
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Devices having
means for supporting the caster or leg in raised or lowered
position above or upon the floor.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 43.14 for vehicles having
nonwheel means for engaging the vehicle supporting surface.
Subclass:
33
This subclass is indented under subclass 32. Devices slidably
mounted for supporting the caster or leg in raised or lowered
position above or upon the floor.
Subclass:
34
This subclass is indented under subclass 32. Devices
pivotally mounted for supporting the caster or leg in raised
or lowered position above or upon the floor.
Subclass:
35
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having
means for fastening the caster-wheels or caster-mounts
against movement.
Subclass:
36
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having
means for lubricating the pintles or wheels.
Subclass:
37
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having
pintles of specific construction.
Subclass:
38
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having
specific means for retaining the pintles in their sockets or
bearings.
Subclass:
39
This subclass is indented under subclass 38. Casters in which
the caster-pintles are provided with pintle-retaining
frames.
Subclass:
40
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters which
are nonswiveling and have rigid wheel-mounts.
Subclass:
41
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having
scrapers for engaging the caster-wheels.
Subclass:
42
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters
comprising rounded sliding shoes for furniture and the like.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclass 188.9 for an attachment for a
furniture leg or foot to prevent sliding, e.g., pad, antiskid
device.
Subclass:
43
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters
comprising sockets of specific construction.
Subclass:
44
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having
means for resiliently supporting furniture and the like.
Subclass:
45
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Casters having
wheels of specific construction.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
107 for wheels on panel hangers.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
301, Land Vehicles: Wheels and Axles, subclass 5.3 for skate
wheels.
492, Roll or Roller, for a roll, per se, not elsewhere
provided for, and see the notes thereunder.
Subclass:
46
This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Caster-wheels
having antifriction-bearings comprising balls or cylinders.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
98 for panel hanger and traveler wheels which are
antifrictionally mounted.
Subclass:
47
This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Casters having a
plurality of floor-engaging wheels.
Subclass:
48
This subclass is indented under subclass 47. Devices having
antifrictional swiveling bearings comprising balls and
cylinders.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 20+ for other antifrictionally swiveled
casters.
Subclass:
48.5
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including means for holding a closure open or for maintaining
a closing device inoperative, said means including an element
disabled at a predetermined temperature, or rate of change
thereof, to release the closure or closer for movement.
(1) Note. The means for holding the closure open are usually
associated with a closing device, so that release of the
holder permits the device to act.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclasses 7+ for a
thermally released check or closer combined with a closure of
that class, and see the search notes thereto for the loci of
other thermally released devices. This class (16) takes
patents which claim only enough of the closure or its
supporting frame as is necessary to mount the check or
closer.
Subclass:
49
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices
for closing doors and the like, and checking them against
slamming.
(1) Note. The closing force is usually derived from spring
means associated with the device.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclass 137 for an
interrelated fluid operator and closure check.
Subclass:
50
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Devices combined
with hinge structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
54 for liquid type checks combined with hinge structure.
68 for pneumatic type checks combined with hinge structure.
subclasses 221+ for hinge structure, per se.
Subclass:
51
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Devices the
checking devices including liquid acting as the checking
means.
Subclass:
52
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Devices in which
the spring-chamber is within or concentric with the
liquid-chamber.
Subclass:
53
This subclass is indented under subclass 52. Devices having
cam-operating means for the pistons.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
60 for cam-operating structure in side spring chamber
checks.
Subclass:
54
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Devices combined
with hinge structure.
Subclass:
55
This subclass is indented under subclass 54. Devices the
hinges having floor-pivots.
Subclass:
56
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Devices
including a plurality of cylinders and pistons.
Subclass:
57
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Devices
including oscillating cylinders.
Subclass:
58
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Devices
including cylinders having oscillating pistons.
Subclass:
59
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Devices in which
the spring-chambers are at one side and at right angles to
the checking-cylinders.
Subclass:
60
This subclass is indented under subclass 59. Devices having
cam or eccentric operating means for the pistons.
Subclass:
61
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Devices in which
the closing devices include springs and flexible links.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
63 for springs and flexible link checks, per se.
78 for spring and flexible link type door closers.
Subclass:
62
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Devices in which
the closing devices include springs and gear elements.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
64 for spring and gear checks, per se.
69 for pneumatic checks including spring and gear elements.
79 for spring and gear type door closers.
Subclass:
63
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Devices in which
the closing devices include springs and flexible links.
Subclass:
64
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Devices in which
the closing devices include springs and gear elements.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
69 for pneumatic checks including spring and gear elements.
79 for spring and gear type door closers.
Subclass:
65
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Devices in which
the closing devices include springs and lever elements.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
70 for pneumatic checks including spring and lever
elements.
80 for spring and lever type door closers.
Subclass:
66
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Devices the
checking devices including pneumatic checking means.
Subclass:
67
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Devices in which
the closing devices include flexible elements.
Subclass:
68
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Devices combined
with hinge structure.
Subclass:
69
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Devices in which
the closing devices include springs and gear elements.
Subclass:
70
This subclass is indented under subclass 66. Devices in which
the closing devices include springs and lever elements.
Subclass:
71
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Closing
devices for doors and the like.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closure, subclasses 386+ for a
closure mounted for swinging movement combined with a means
to bias it in one direction.
Subclass:
72
This subclass is indented under subclass 71. Devices
including miscellaneous spring elements.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
78 79 and 80, for springs combined with other elements for
closing doors.
subclasses 85+ for spring devices for checking a closure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
124, Mechanical Guns and Projectors, subclasses 7+ for
spring devices actuating projectile-throwing arms and
subclasses 16+ for spring devices actuating a plunger or
other device to impel a projectile.
Subclass:
73
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Devices in which
the spring elements are substantially bowed or U-shaped.
Subclass:
74
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Devices in which
the spring elements are composed of rubber.
Subclass:
75
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Devices in which
the spring elements are subjected to torsional stresses.
Subclass:
76
This subclass is indented under subclass 75. Devices in which
the torsional spring elements are wholly or in part in the
form of coils.
Subclass:
77
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Devices in which
the spring elements are in form of volute coils.
Subclass:
78
This subclass is indented under subclass 71. Devices
including springs, and inks for connecting the springs to the
doors or closures.
Subclass:
79
This subclass is indented under subclass 71. Devices
including springs, and gears or rack-and-pinion elements for
connecting the springs to the doors or closures.
Subclass:
80
This subclass is indented under subclass 71. Devices
including springs, and lever elements for connecting the
springs to the doors or closures.
Subclass:
81
This subclass is indented under subclass 71. Devices
including gravitating weights and connecting elements.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclass 387 for a
swinging closure biased in one direction by a separate
weight.
Subclass:
82
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Buffers, antislamming devices and stops for doors, drawers
and the like.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
109, Safes, Bank Protection, or a Related Device, subclass
63.5 for the combination of a receptacle, a closure, closure
fastening means, and means to prevent closing of the closure
under abnormal conditions.
292, Closure Fasteners, subclass 341.12 for keepers
including or combined with buffers or cushioning means.
Subclass:
83
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Devices
including inertia elements or movable cushioning means.
Subclass:
84
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Devices
including pneumatic checking means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
188, Brakes, subclasses 297+ for a dashpot or shock
absorber of general utility.
Subclass:
85
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Devices
including spring cushioning means, unless otherwise
classified.
Subclass:
86
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Devices in which
the spring means is composed largely of rubber or the like.
Subclass:
86.1
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Supporting devices or hangers for sliding gates and the
like.
Subclass:
86.2
This subclass is indented under subclass 86.1. Devices in
which the gate may have both a horizontal translational and a
lateral swinging movement.
Subclass:
87
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Movable
supporting devices and/or tracks under the ... for sliding
panels of either rigid or flexible nature, not otherwise
classified. The combination of the device or track with its
support and/or with the article supported will also be found
here, where the characteristics of the supported article
(other than those which directly cooperate with the
supporting device or track) are not claimed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
86.1 for hangers for sliding gates.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclass 93 for suspended railways of the
single rail type.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, subclasses 150+ for suspended
railway rolling stock of the single rail type.
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclasses 19+, 123+ and 330+ for closures, partitions and
panels, having hangers travelers and track devices.
296, Land Vehicles: Bodies and Tops, subclasses 210+ for
land vehicles having specific top structure having an opening
therein with closure means for said opening slidable on track
means.
Subclass:
87.2
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Devices wherein
some means for attaching a flexible fabric panel to the
device and capable of travel along the track or hanger is
claimed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 87+ for devices in which the fastening means is
for a rigid panel (usually in the form of bolts, screws or
their equivalents).
93 and 97+, for the traveler element, per se, without any
antifriction means.
subclasses 94+ for the track element with or without its
mounting means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclass 716 for a
hanger (e.g., hook) on a portable article support.
180, Motor Vehicles, subclass 19 and 340+ for this same
combination including in addition means for operating the
panel structure.
Subclass:
87.4
This subclass is indented under subclass 87.2. Devices
wherein the track (1) has a shield or protecting hood
covering the same, or (2) is an elongated element,
longitudinally slotted or hollow, in which the traveler
portion moves, and from which the panel or panel carrying
portion extends to the exterior of the hollow or slotted
elongated element.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
94 for track elements with their supporting brackets.
96 for the track element, per se.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclass 19 and 345 for other hollow or slotted track
combined with closures etc.
Subclass:
87.6
This subclass is indented under subclass 87.4. Devices in
which antifriction means is used between the traveler and the
track.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
88 89 and 97+, for traveler elements, per se, equipped with
either balls, rollers or wheels.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclass 93 for suspended railways of the
single rail type.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, subclass 150 for suspended
railway rolling stock of the single rail type.
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclass 19 and 346 for hollow or slotted track with
antifriction means, combined with closures, etc.
Subclass:
87.8
This subclass is indented under subclass 87.2. Devices in
which antifriction means is used between the traveler and the
track.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
87.6 for antifriction means with hollow, slotted or covered
tracks.
88 89 and 97+, for traveler elements, per se, equipped with
either balls, rollers or wheels.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclass 93 for suspended railways of the
single rail type.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, subclass 150 for suspended
railway rolling stock of the single rail type.
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclass 19 and 347 for antifriction means.
Subclass:
88
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Devices having
rolling elements in the form of balls.
Subclass:
89
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Devices having
rolling elements in the form of cylinders.
Subclass:
90
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Guiding devices
for the lower edges of sliding panels and the like.
Subclass:
91
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Brackets
carrying guide or stay rollers for the edges of sliding
panels and the like.
Subclass:
92
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Movable
supporting-hangers for sliding panels and the like, the
supporting means composed largely of link and lever
elements.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclasses 194+, 333+, and 368.1+ for movable position types
of flexible and portable panels.
Subclass:
93
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Sliding
supporting means for panels and the like, the supporting
means including tracks and sliding shoes.
(1) Note. The ring type combinations have been placed in
this subclass (Class 16, subclass 93).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclass 311 for
combined fasteners of general application, even if disclosed
as flexible panel travelers. These include particularly the
hook-type devices, e.g., the hook-hook, hook-clasp and
hook-pin hangers.
Subclass:
94
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Tracks as
defined in subclass 96 combined with supporting brackets.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclasses 89-111 for suspended railway
structures and subclasses 106+ for the suspended rail
structures with or without their supports.
211, Supports: Racks, subclass 105.1 (and see the notes
thereunder), for single horizontal rod type devices and their
supports.
248, Supports, subclasses 200+ for bracket supports, per
se, and particularly subclasses 261+ for horizontal curtain
rod brackets.
Subclass:
95
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Devices wherein
the track as defined in subclass 96 below (1) has a shield or
protecting hood covering the same, (2) is an elongated
element longitudinally slotted or hollow in which the
traveler portion moves and from which the panel or panel
carrying portion of the traveler extends to the exterior of
the hollow or slotted elongated element.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
87.4 for covered hollow or slotted track combined with
flexible panel attaching means.
94 for tracks of this type combined with supporting
brackets.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclasses 89-111 for suspended railway
structures and particularly subclass 106 for the suspended
rail structures with or without their supports.
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclasses 345+ for hollow or slotted track combined with
closures, etc.
191, Electricity: Transmission to Vehicles, subclasses 22+
(especially subclasses 23+ and 30+) for similar structure for
transmitting electrical energy to moving vehicles.
Subclass:
96
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Tracks or track
devices for sliding panels of either rigid or flexible
nature.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
94 for tracks of this type combined with supporting brackets
and see the notes appended thereto.
95 for covered tracks of this type, and see the notes
appended thereto.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclasses 89-111 for suspended railway
structures and particularly subclass 106 for the suspended
rail structures with or without their supports.
238, Railways: Surface Track, subclass 238, appropriate
subclasses for railway surface track.
Subclass:
97
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Wheel-supporting
frames or brackets for sliding panels not otherwise
classified.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 18+ (especially subclasses 45+ for other wheel
mounts).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 11.19 for skates provided with
wheels.
295, Railway Wheels and Axles, pertinent subclasses.
301, Land Vehicles: Wheels and Axles, subclass 124.1 for
axles, per se.
474, Endless Belt Power Transmission Systems or Components,
various subclasses for a pulley or guide roll associated with
an endless belt power transmission.
Subclass:
98
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices the
wheels having antifriciton-rollers.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 46+ for caster wheels.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
384, Bearings, appropriate subclasses for plain and
anti-friction bearing, per se.
Subclass:
99
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices combined
with lever means or the like for releasing and elevating the
panels or wheel-supporting frames.
Subclass:
100
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices in which
the frames or brackets are carried by the lower parts of the
panels or floor.
Subclass:
101
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices having
reciprocating tracks secured to the tops of sliding panels
and the like.
Subclass:
102
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices in which
the wheel-journals roll upon the frames or brackets.
Subclass:
103
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices which
are pivotally connected whereby the panels may be swung
transversely.
Subclass:
104
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices which
are vertically pivoted to provide for swiveling of the
wheel-mount or panel.
Subclass:
105
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices having
means for vertical adjustment of the panels.
Subclass:
106
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Devices having
one or more guide-rollers for guiding the panels and
wheel-mounts.
Subclass:
107
This subclass is indented under subclass 87. Devices having
wheels of specific construction.
Subclass:
108
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices
comprising annular protective bands, caps, or collars to be
applied to the exterior of rods, pipes, conduits, strands or
other devices to reinforce the same and/or to prevent
abrasion of elements passing therethrough into an opening in
the rod, pipe, conduit, etc.
(1) Note. These devices have various means for fastening
them to the device to which they are applied.
(2) Note. So much of the device to which they are applied
may be claimed as is necessary to the definition of the
ferrule, ring or thimble or its fastening means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
29, Metal Working, subclass 277 for impact-receiving
thread-protectors used to facilitate assembly or disassembly
of a threaded part, such as a vehicle axle.
135, Tent, Canopy, Umbrella, or Cane, subclasses 77+ for
ferrules on tips of umbrellas, canes or crutches.
138, Pipes and Tubular Conduits, subclass 96 for pipe end
protectors.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 82 for
similar devices limited by claimed structure to use with
electric conduits or cables.
226, Advancing Material of Indeterminate Length, may include
a nominal recitation of a supply or take-up coil (e.g., less
than a support for such a coil or a cooperative relationship
between a tension or exhaust detector and reel driving or
reel stopping means, etc.), subclass 196.1 for a passive
guide combined with a material feeder.
242, Winding, Tensioning, or Guiding, subclasses 615+ for a
residual guide or guard that directs elongated flexible
material or one combined with more than nominal winding
structure.
403, Joints and Connections, subclasses 299+ for a
plurality of rods connected by a coupling ferrule.
Subclass:
109
This subclass is indented under subclass 108. Devices
substantially in the form of rings.
Subclass:
110.1
HANDLE, HANDLE COMPONENT, OR HANDLE ADJUNCT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter, not otherwise classified, wherein the device
comprises (1) a construction which is attached or intended to
be attached to a number of implements (e.g., utensil,
appliance, tool, etc.) or such items as movable structures
(e.g., door or drawer, etc.) or carried means (e.g., luggage,
casket, container, etc. ) for the purpose of manipulating
such, (2) a subcombination of such a construction, or (3) an
accessory which cooperates with the construction while it is
attached for use.
(1) Note. The inclusion of the structure of a handle shaft
will not exclude a reference from classification in this
subclass.
(2) Note. Handles in other classes.
(3) Note. The following See or Search Class notes include
six subject areas as indicated: (1) for receptacles, (2) for
tools, implements, and analogous devices, (3) for handles,
handtools, and analogous devices for operating mechanisms,
(4) for boat, buoy, and vehicle handholds and handles, (5)
for handling fastening devices, and (6) other handles and
attachments or attaching means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
5, Beds, subclass 662 for handles and handholds for
assisting rising from a bed, subclasses 466+ for mattress
handles; and subclasses 658+ for bed accessories. (For other
handles, and attachments or attaching means, as indicated)
7, Compound Tools, subclasses 167+ compound tool handles
and holders. (For tools, implements, and analogous devices)
15, Brushing, Scrubbing, and General Cleaning, subclass 22.1,
79.1+, 143.1+, 222, 327.1+, 329, 335, 344, 350+, 361, and
410+ for handles associated with brushing, scrubbing or
cleaning devices (For tools, implements, and analogous
devices); subclasses 146, 147.1+, and 148 for holders for
brushes, brooms and mops (For handle fastening devices).
29, Metal Working, subclass 161 for processes of manufacture
of knobs and knob shanks. (For other handles, and attachments
or attaching means, as indicated.)
30, Cutlery, subclasses 340+ connections between handles
and cutting tools (for handle fastening devices); subclasses
85+, 329+, 340+ for handles for razors, and connections
between handles and detachable blades, and subclasses 491
handle for a plane, and 517+ for a saw handle. (For tools,
implements, and analogous devices)
36, Boots, Shoes, and Leggings, subclass 56 bootstraps. (For
other handles, and attachments or attaching means, as
indicated)
38, Textiles: Ironing or Smoothing, subclasses 90+ handles
for flat irons. (For tools, implements, and analogous
devices)
42, Firearms, subclass 7 and 71.02+ for handles and grips
for firearms. (For tools, implements, and analogous
devices)
43, Fishing, Trapping, and Vermin Destroying subclass 23
handles or butts for fishing rods. (For tools, implements,
and analogous devices)
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclasses 460+ for a
push or pull bar mounted on a closure and in combination
therewith. (For other handles, and attachments or attaching
means, as indicated)
53, Package Making, subclass 134.1 for a packaging machine
which also applies a handle to a package as an adjunct to the
cover therefor. (For other handles, and attachments or
attaching means, as indicated)
70, Locks, subclasses 192+, 207+ and 225+ for locks and latch
mechanisms for handles, hand wheels and levers. (For other
handles, and attachments or attaching means, as indicated)
74, Machine Element or Mechanism, subclasses 543+ handles,
handle bars, hand wheels for machine elements. (For handles,
handwheels, and analogous devices for operating mechanisms)
76, Metal Tools and Implements, Making, subclass 106 blanks
and processes for making hollow cutlery handles. (For other
handles, and attachments or attaching means, as indicated)
81, Tools, subclasses 119+ for rigid jaw wrenches,
subclasses 177.1+ for wrench handle and shanks, subclass
427.5 for plier handles, subclass 487 for a hand held holder,
and subclasses 489+ for a general tool handle which is not
disclosed for use with a particular type of handtool. (For
tools, implements, and analogous devices)
101, Printing, subclasses 405+ for printing stamp handles.
(For tools, implements, and analogous devices)
105, Railway Rolling Stock, subclass 461 grab irons. (For
boat, buoy, and vehicle handholds and handles)
116, Signals and Indicators, subclass 172 for bell pulls,
cranks and push buttons. (For handles, handwheels and
analogous devices for operating mechanisms)
119, Animal Husbandry, subclass 633 for handle detail for
animal comb. (For tools, implements, and analogous devices)
132, Toilet, subclass 76.5 for separable holders for
abrader, file, or buffer. (For tools, implements, and
analogous devices)
135, Tent, Canopy, Umbrella, or Cane, subclasses 65+
handles for canes and umbrellas. (For tools, implements, and
analogous devices)
150, Purses, Wallets, and Protective Covers, subclasses 107+
for handles for pocketbooks. (For receptacles)
172, Earth Working, subclasses 329+ for earth working tools
with handles. (For tools, implements, and analogous
devices)
173, Tool Driving or Impacting, appropriate subclass for a
manipulating handle combined with a tool drive or impacting
device, and particularly subclasses 168+ for a handle
having a passage for drive motor motive fluid, and subclass
170 for a manipulating handle having a drive control operable
by the engaging hand. (For tools, implements, and analogous
devices)
190, Trunks and Hand-Carried Luggage, subclass 39 for
handles on trunks, and subclasses 115+ for handles on hand
luggage. (For receptacles)
200, Electricity: Circuit Makers and Breakers, subclass 61.85
for handle for special application switch. (For handles,
handwheels and analogous devices for operating mechanisms)
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 125 handles on baskets.
(For receptacles)
220, Receptacles, subclass 696 for container with structure
for lifting, subclass 710.5 for drinking device with handle
and subclasses 752+ for receptacle handle, handle component
or handle adjunct. (For receptacles)
222, Dispensing, subclasses 323+, 441+ and 465.1+, handles or
handgrips connected to a supply or dispenser container for
handling the dispenser. (For receptacles)
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
117.09 for a handle combined with a paperboard box. (For
receptacles)
239, Fluid Sprinkling, Spraying, and Diffusing, subclass 154,
175, 375+ and 525+ for fluid discharging devices having
handles for manipulation thereof, with or without vehicular
or other type of supply container. (For tools, implements,
and analogous devices)
244, Aeronautics, subclass 129.1 handles on aircraft. (For
boat, buoy, and vehicle handholds and handles)
248, Supports, subclass 145.6 for movable receptacle
supports with handles. (For receptacles)
250, Radiant Energy, subclass 465.1 self-luminous handles or
attachments therefore and subclass 483.1 for fluorescent and
phosphorescent handles. (Other handles, and attachments or
attaching means, as indicated.)
279, Chucks or Sockets, appropriate subclasses for
connections of the chuck or socket type. (For handle
fastening devices)
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 242.1 for hand propelled
wheeled vehicle. (For boat, buoy, and vehicle handholds and
handles)
292, Closure Fasteners, subclasses 348+ connections between
knobs and latch spindles (For handle fastening devices);
subclasses 347 and 348+ for latch spindle operating knobs and
connections (For handles, handwheels and analogous devices
for operating mechanisms).
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, subclasses 57+
for hand fork and shovel handles (For tools, implements,
and analogous devices); subclasses 27.1+ for a removable
handle or handling device for a plate or receptacle wherein
there is no particular modification on the plate or
receptacle for reception of the handle or handling device and
subclass 137 for article carriers gripped and carried by the
hand, especially subclasses 170 and 171 for handles having
article-engaging hooks or grooves for accommodating twine
around a package. (For other handles, and attachments or
attaching means, as indicated.)
296, Land Vehicles: Bodies and Tops, subclasses 71+ handles
on vehicle dashboards. (For boat, buoy, and vehicle handholds
and handles)
297, Chairs and Seats, subclass 183.1 for a chair or seat
having handles for carrying, or for steadying a standing
person adjacent to the seat, as in a bus or train. (For boat,
buoy, and vehicle handholds and handles)
359, Optics: Systems (Including Communication) and Elements,
subclass 882 for mirrors and reflectors including a handle.
(For tools, implements, and analogous devices)
362, Illumination, subclass 399 handles and bails for
lighting supports. (For other handles, and attachments or
attaching means, as indicated.)
383, Flexible Bags, for subclasses 6+ for a handle combined
with a flexible bag. (For receptacles)
401, Coating Implements With Material Supply, for
hand-manipulable coating implements with material supply, in
which the following subclasses may include patents to
implements with significant handle structure: 3, heat
insulating handle; 6+, with means to attach or conform to a
body member of the user; 48, with means to support or
stabilize implement while in use; 88+, pencil, or the like;
99+, including means to project and retract tool; and 138,
and 140, including reservoir mounted on elongated handle.
(For tools, implements, and analogous devices)
403, Joints and Connections, appropriate subclasses for a
connection between a handle and a device to which it is
attached wherein only so much structure of the handle and
device is included as cooperates to effect the joint. (For
handle fastening devices)
414, Material or Article Handling, subclasses 722+ shovel
and handle structure. (For tools, implements, and analogous
devices)
429, Chemistry: Electrical Current Producing Apparatus,
Product and Processes, subclass 187 for battery having a
handle. (For receptacles)
441, Buoys, Rafts, and Aquatic Devices, subclasses 125+
handles for life rafts. (For boat, buoy, and vehicle
handholds and handles)
473, Amusement Devices: Games, subclasses 300+ for a golf
grip. (For tools, implements, and analogous devices)
D8, Tools and Hardware, subclasses 300+ for designs for
hanldes. (For other handles, and attachments or attaching
means, as indicated.)
Subclass:
111.1
Having receptacle within:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle includes structure such as a
storage cavity or other receiving device.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
30, Cutlery, subclasses 535+ for razor handles having a
receptacle, subclass 125 for cutlery implements having a
material holder in the form of a handle receptacle, and
subclass 151 for cutlery implements retractable into the
handle or having some other form of sheath and see the notes
thereto for sheathed tools elsewhere classified.
42, Firearms, subclass 7 for breech loading pistols in which
a magazine is placed in the handle or grip of the pistol.
132, Toilet, subclass 147 for combs with a storage cavity in
the back, subclass 75 for manicuring devices combined with a
storage cavity in the body or handle and subclass 290 for
shaving kits combining an article peculiar to toilet use
(e.g., comb, mirror) with a brush and a soap holder which may
be the brush handle.
135, Tent, Canopy, Umbrella, or Cane, subclasses 65+ for
stick and handle structures for canes and other sticks or
staffs used as aids to locomotion and providing for the
storage of articles.
174, Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, subclass 46 for
handles encasing or housing conductors.
222, Dispensing, subclass 191 for devices in which a
dispenser container may serve as or be contained in a tool or
implement handle.
401, Coating Implements With Material Supply, subclass 123
for a coating implement including a coating tool, within the
handle of which is stored a supply of coating material which
is removable for application to the tool.
Subclass:
112.1
For plow:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle is for an implement used to cut
lift and turn over soil.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
172, Earth Working, subclasses 329+ for earth working tools
with handles.
Subclass:
113.1
Length adjustable pull handle for luggage or luggage cart
(e.g., wheeled suitcase handle, etc.)
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter which usually includes a graspable handle element for
movement of a carrier for travelers belongings and a
mechanism for extension and retraction of said element.
(1) Note. The handle is often referred to as retractable to
a storage or nonuse position.
(2) Note. Subcombinations such as retraction and extension
and handle locking mechanisms are included herein.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
190, Trunks and Hand-Carried Luggage, subclass 18 for wheels
bearing the weight of baggage and subclass 115 for hand
luggage including a graspable handle for moving it.
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 37 for a wheeled vehicle
foldable into the form of a traveling bag or case having
wheels or parts enclosed therein and subclass 655.1 for a
wheeled vehicle wherein only a handle is folded or
retracted.
Subclass:
114.1
Luggage type (loop style) hand grip for carrying (e.g.,
suitcase, handbag, briefcase, shopping bag, package, etc.)
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter including a grasped element comprising a normally
curved portion connected at its ends usually in close
proximity with the body of a article such as a suitcase
intended to be hand carried.
(1) Note. When the gripping portion is grasped the fingers
of the hand pass between such portion and the carried
article.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
190, Trunks and Hand-Carried Luggage, subclasses 115+ for
handles on hand luggage.
Subclass:
193
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Devices, including means connected with sashes, frames or
panels for holding them in balanced or adjusted position.
(1) Note. In the following indented subclass, "sashes" is
used generically.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclasses 445+ for a
counterbalance combined with means, e.g., bearing, to guide
the movement of the closure or a counterbalance interrelated
with two or more closures, and see the search notes thereto
for the loci of other closure counterbalances.
248, Supports, subclass 325, 329-331 and 334.1+ for
adjustable or balanced supports and subclass 364 for
counterbalance weights.
Subclass:
194
This subclass is indented under subclass 193. Devices having
connected cords and counterweights for holding the sashes in
balanced or adjusted position.
Subclass:
195
This subclass is indented under subclass 193. Devices having
connected racks and pinions for holding the sashes in
balanced or adjusted position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
201 for springs combined with racks and pinions.
Subclass:
196
This subclass is indented under subclass 193. Devices having
connected cords or chains combined with pulleys for holding
the sashes in balanced or adjusted position.
Subclass:
197
This subclass is indented under subclass 193. Devices having
springs or the like for holding the sashes in balanced or
adjusted position and not otherwise classified.
Subclass:
198
This subclass is indented under subclass 197. Devices
combined with drum-and-cord devices for holding the sashes in
balanced or adjusted position.
Subclass:
199
This subclass is indented under subclass 197. Devices
combined with friction-rollers or the like for holding the
sashes in balanced or adjusted position.
Subclass:
200
This subclass is indented under subclass 197. Devices
combined with lever devices or the like for holding the
sashes in balanced or adjusted position.
Subclass:
201
This subclass is indented under subclass 197. Devices
combined with rack-and-pinion devices or the like for holding
the sashes in balanced or adjusted position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
193 for rack and pinion balances without spring means.
Subclass:
202
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Fastening devices of sash-cords.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclasses 115+ for
cord and rope holders of general application.
Subclass:
203
This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Devices
composed of bendable or compressible material.
Subclass:
204
This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Devices for
sash-chains.
Subclass:
205
This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Devices
comprising separate movable clamping elements.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
203 for bendable clamps.
Subclass:
206
This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Devices
including hooks.
Subclass:
207
This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Devices for
knotted sash-cords.
Subclass:
208
This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Devices for
temporarily holding sash cords or chains while unfastened
from the sashes.
Subclass:
209
This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Devices for
fastening weights to sash-cords, chains and the like.
Subclass:
210
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices
comprising guide means for sash cords.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclasses 389+ for a device or a member intended to
guide a moving cable, the cable is attached to or supports an
object being pulled by the cable from one position or
location to another.
474, Endless Belt Power Transmission Systems or Components,
various subclasses for devices such as pulleys or guide rolls
for guiding or tensioning a power transmission belt.
Subclass:
211
This subclass is indented under subclass 210. Devices
comprising specific casings for sash-cord guide-pulleys.
Subclass:
212
This subclass is indented under subclass 211. Devices
constructed from single pieces of sheet metal.
Subclass:
213
This subclass is indented under subclass 210. Devices having
two or more guide wheels or pulleys.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
226, Advancing Material of Indeterminate Length, subclasses
168+ for a roller which advances web or strand material.
Subclass:
214
This subclass is indented under subclass 210. Devices having
one or more grooves for guiding the cords.
Subclass:
215
This subclass is indented under subclass 210. Devices
comprising specific constructions of combined sash-cord
wheels and casings.
Subclass:
216
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices
comprising weights for balancing sashes.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
403 and 404, for other weights and see the search notes
thereunder.
Subclass:
217
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Weights
composed of two or more different materials.
Subclass:
218
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Weights made in
removable sections secured together.
Subclass:
219
This subclass is indented under subclass 216. Weights having
one or more attached wheels or pulleys.
Subclass:
220
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices
comprising fastening devices for removably securing
window-beads to window frames or casings.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclasses 456+ for
securing means for a closure guide which permits removal of
the guide and closure.
Subclass:
221
HINGE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
for swingably connecting two members and comprising a first
portion adapted to engage or be fastened to a first member
(e.g., frame, box, sill), and a second portion adapted to
engage or be fastened to a second member (e.g., closure).
(1) Note. Claims which include a nominal recitation of a
specific member (e.g., "trunk lid", "refrigerator door",
etc.) are properly classified in this and indented
subclasses.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 49+ for a hinge combined with a check to prevent
a closure from slamming, and a means to return the closure to
a closed position.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
4, Baths, Closets, Sinks, and Spittoons, subclass 236 and
240 for toilet seat hinges.
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclass 33 for hinged
belt fasteners; and subclass 598 for headed socket fasteners
having a hinged cap plate.
29, Metal Working, subclass 11 for hinge making and
assembling.
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, subclass 119 for
calendars having hinged leaves; and subclasses 475, 497+ and
530 for changing exhibitors employing hinges.
42, Firearms, subclass 63 for a revolver having a hinged
barrel.
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclasses 208+ for
closures mounted for multidirectional or oblique movement;
and subclasses 381+ for a closure mounted for swinging
movement.
63, Jewelry, subclasses 7+ and 9 for a bracelet having a
hinge; and subclass 19 for a locket having a hinged cover.
108, Horizontally Supported Planar Surfaces, subclasses 59+
for tables having hinged leaves; and subclasses 115+ for
folding (card) tables.
109, Safes, Bank Protection, or a Related Device, subclasses
69+ for safe closures mounted for plural motions (e.g.,
sliding and swinging).
114, Ships, subclass 176 and 178 for hinged port covers.
126, Stoves and Furnaces, subclass 194 for a stove door or
window hinge.
150, Purses, Wallets, and Protective Cover, subclasses 120+
for a purse having a hinged lid.
152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, subclass 414 for a wheel
rim comprised of hinged sections.
182, Fire Escape, Ladder, or Scaffold, subclasses 165+ for
a folding stepladder having hinged sections.
184, Lubrication, subclasses 90+ for hinged oil cup
closures.
206, Special Receptacle or Package, subclass 6 for an
eyeglass case having hinged sections.
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclass 83 for hinged barrel
covers.
220, Receptacles, subclasses 810+ for receptacles of that
class having hinged closures.
222, Dispensing, under subclass 221 comprising an element
which is designed to either fracture at a predetermined force
or to melt at a predetermined temperature.
229, Envelopes, Wrappers, and Paperboard Boxes, subclass
125.08 for boxes having hinged closures.
244, Aeronautics, subclass 49 for aircraft having hinged
(foldable) wings.
256, Fences, subclass 26 for a fence comprised of hinged
panels.
293, Vehicle Fenders, subclasses 44+ for hinged vehicle
fenders.
296, Land Vehicles: Bodies and Tops, subclasses 86+ for
hinged windshields; and subclass 92 for windshield hinges
301, Land Vehicles: Wheels and Axles, subclass 32 for
demountable rims comprised of hinged sections.
305, Wheel Substitutes for Land Vehicles, subclasses 185+
for hinge details of vehicle treads.
351, Optics: Eye Examining, Vision Testing and Correcting,
subclass 121 for spectacle temples with a hinge connector;
and subclass 153 for spectacle strap type connectors
including a particular hinge. See also (1) Note under
subclass 121 for the classification of hinges in spectacles.
402, Binder Device Releasably Engaging Aperture or Notch of
Sheet, subclasses 26+ for hinged binder rings.
403, Joints and Connections, subclasses 52+ for articulated
members.
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, subclasses 25+
for a hinged cover (e.g., "grating") spanning an opening in a
road or walkway.
405, Hydraulic and Earth Engineering, subclass 20 for a
revetment comprised of hinged concrete sections.
439, Electrical Connectors, subclass 31 for interrelated
electrical connectors that are part of a hinge; and subclass
165 for an electrical connector with relatively guided
members and an intermediate pliable conductor.
602, Surgery: Splint, Brace, or Bandage, subclass 16 for
hinged surgical brace.
623, Prosthesis (i.e., Artificial Body Members), Parts
Thereof, or Aids and Accessories Therefor, appropriate
subclasses for joint structure in an artificial body member.
Subclass:
222
Including frangible or fusible portion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge
comprising an element which is designed to either fracture at
a predetermined force or to melt at a predetermined
temperature.
Subclass:
223
With diverse art portion or attachment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge wherein
either a section formed on the hinge or a device attachable
thereto is provided for a purpose not associated with or
affecting the operation of the hinge or its attachment to a
hinged member*.
(1) Note. The "device" required in the above definition must
be other than a hinged member*.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclasses 479+ for a mirror bracket
pivotally mounted on an automobile door hinge.
Subclass:
224
Ball and socket:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge wherein
the structure for swingably connecting the hinged members*
comprises a bulbous, substantially spherical portion adapted
to be fixed to a first hinged member and to be seated in a
corresponding concavity attachable to a second hinged
member.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
285, Pipe Joints or Couplings, subclass 51 and 261 for a
ball and socket connection between pipe sections.
403, Joints and Connections, subclass 56, 90, and 122+ for a
ball and socket connection between two members, wherein an
intrinsic property of one of the members is utilized in
making the connection (e.g., the "ball" or "socket" is formed
directly on the hinged member*).
Subclass:
225
Pliant or elastic hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge
comprising a section of bendable or resiliently deformable
material connecting the two members, and which deforms to
allow the members to swing.
(1) Note. The pliant material must serve as the only
connection between the members; therefore, a flat spring
connecting two members in conjunction with a knuckle and
pintle arrangement is not proper for this subclass (see
subclasses 277+ below).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 277+ for a resiliently biased hinge which
employs a discrete spring element to bias two hinge portions
about a pivotal connection between the portions.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
403, Joints and Connections, subclasses 220+ for flexibly
connected rigid members, wherein the connecting means is not
readily attached and removed from the rigid members.
Subclass:
226
Metallic:
This subclass is indented under subclass 225. Hinge wherein
the bendable or resiliently deformable material connecting
the two hinged members* is metal.
Subclass:
227
Snap or X hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 225. Hinge wherein
either (a) the hinge is biased to both open and closed
position by a resiliently biased over-center mechanism, or
(b) the hinge comprises two strips of bendable material, with
respective first ends secured to opposite sides of one hinged
member* and second ends secured to opposite sides of another
hinged member, wherein the two strips cross one another at a
point intermediate their ends.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 293+ for a hinge having an over-center mechanism
which employs a spring element that is distinct from pivotal
connecting structure of the hinge.
Subclass:
228
Eyeglass hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge
peculiarly adapted for swingably connecting two portions of
an eyeglass frame.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
2, Apparel, subclasses 426+ for safety goggles.
351, Optics: Eye Examining, Vision Testing and Correcting,
subclass 153 for eyeglasses having particular hinge
structure.
Subclass:
229
Retractable pintle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
a hinge pin* carried by one hinged member* and protruding
into an opening or recess in a second hinged member, and
wherein the means are provided to permit limited axial
movement of the hinge pin* with respect to both hinged
members to withdraw the pin from the opening or recess and
thereby disconnect the hinged members.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 262+ for hinge pins which are completely removed
to separate one hinge section from another, and thereby
disjoin the attached hinged members*.
Subclass:
230
Latch hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 229. Hinge provided
with two noncollinear axially movable hinge pins* protruding
from a hinged member* at different locations, whereby the
hinged member* may be swung about either hinge pin when the
other is retracted.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclass 395 for
swingably mounted closures having plural latches or locks
which are distinct from the hinges.
Subclass:
231
Latch hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
means which facilitates the ready disjoining and joining of
the connection between two hinged members*, wherein the hinge
is used alternatively as a hinge or fastener, and in
conjunction with a similar hinge on an opposite edge of a
hinged member whereby the hinged member may be swung about
either hinge.
Subclass:
232
Resilient securing means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 231. Hinge wherein
the means facilitating the ready disjoining and joining of
the connection between hinged members* comprises an element
which is elastically deformed when the hinged members are
joined or separated.
Subclass:
233
Including lever for shifting one member relative to another:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge having
structure which permits relative translational movement of
the hinged members*, and which includes an elongated rigid
element that provides a mechanical advantage through its
length when manipulated to cause the movement between the
hinged members.
Subclass:
234
Having staggered leaves:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
three or more tandemly arranged leaves* with adjacent ones
for attachment to respective hinged members* located on
opposite sides of a single hinge axis.
Subclass:
235
Including adjustment for changing relative orientation of
hinged members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
means which permits one hinged member* to be moved and fixed
relative to another hinged member.
(1) Note. The movement referred to above encompasses all
translational movement, and pivotal movement other than
normal swinging movement of the hinge. Any relative movement
which always precedes or follows the normal pivotal movement
about the hinge axis is excluded (e.g., relative vertical
shifting of the members to engage or release a catch is
excluded).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 252+ for a hinge having a clamp for attachment
to a hinged member.
subclasses 350+ for a hinge in which the hinged members*
are shifted relative to one another to engage or release a
catch.
subclasses 362+ for a hinge in which the hinged members*
are shifted relative to one another, wherein the shifting
always precedes, follows, or occurs during swinging movement
of a hinged member about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
236
Having plural independent adjustments:
This subclass is indented under subclass 235. Hinge including
first means which permits the hinged members* to be
relatively moved and fixed along or about a first axis, and
second discrete means allowing the hinged members to be
relatively moved and fixed along or about a second axis.
Subclass:
237
All rectilinear:
This subclass is indented under subclass 236. Hinge wherein
each of the first and second adjustment means permits
relative movement of the hinged members* back and forth along
a straight line.
Subclass:
238
Including screw-operated means to move hinged members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 237. Hinge wherein
one of the adjustment means comprises a force multiplier in
the form of a helically threaded member which is rotated to
move one hinged member* relative to another along a straight
line.
Subclass:
239
Pivotal adjustment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 235. Hinge wherein
the adjustment means permits one hinge portion to be moved
and fixed about an axis relative to another hinge portion.
Subclass:
240
Including screw-operated means to move hinged members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 239. Hinge including
a force multiplier in the form of cooperating helically
ribbed or grooved members which are relatively rotated to
move one hinge portion about an axis relative to another
hinge portion.
Subclass:
241
About hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 240. Hinge wherein
the axis about which one hinge portion is moved relative to
another is an axis about which a hinged member* rotates
during operation of the hinge.
Subclass:
242
Including means to move hinged members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 235. Hinge including
a force multiplier or power means which is manipulated or
driven to move the hinged members*.
Subclass:
243
Along or parallel to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 242. Hinge wherein
the force multiplier or power means is arranged to effect
relative movement of the hinged members* in the direction of
the hinge axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
238 for a hinge adjustable in at least two directions,
wherein adjustment in at least one direction is effected by
screw-threaded means.
Subclass:
244
Including threaded hinge pin:
This subclass is indented under subclass 243. Hinge including
an elongated rodlike element about which a hinged member*
swings, wherein threads are provided on said element for
engagement with a cooperating threaded element to provide the
force multiplier for moving one hinged member relative to the
other.
Subclass:
245
Screw-operated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 242. Hinge including
a force multiplier in the form of a spirally threaded member
which is rotated to move the hinged members*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
238 for a hinge adjustable in at least two directions,
wherein adjustment in at least one direction is affected by
screw-threaded means.
Subclass:
246
To shift plate toward or away from hinged member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 245. Hinge including
a planar portion adapted to overlie a hinged member*, wherein
rotation of the spirally threaded member moves the planar
portion toward or away from the hinged member to which it is
secured.
Subclass:
247
Having adjustable spacer between leaf and hinged member
(e.g., shim):
This subclass is indented under subclass 235. Hinge
comprising an element interposed between a hinge leaf* and
its associated member*, wherein said element is movable or
interchangeable to vary the distance between the leaf and
member.
(1) Note. It is not a requirement that the spacer directly
contact the member or leaf.
Subclass:
248
Adjustable along or parallel to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 235. Hinge wherein
the adjustment means permits relative translation of the
hinged members* in the direction of the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
249
Having interdigitated surfaces or slot for hinge-to-member
fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 235. Hinge wherein
the means which permits one hinged member* to be moved and
fixed relative to another hinged member comprises either (a)
two cooperating portions having protrusions and recesses
which are adapted to mesh in any of a plurality of relative
positions corresponding to various relative positions of the
hinged members, or (b) a laterally elongated aperture in the
hinge and along which a fastener secured to one hinged member
is confined to travel as the hinged members are adjusted.
Subclass:
250
Having cover:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
a shroud for covering all or a portion of the hinge structure
to protect the hinge or its surroundings, or to increase its
aesthetic value.
Subclass:
251
Leaf cover:
This subclass is indented under subclass 250. Hinge including
a rod or platelike portion by which the hinge is adapted to
be secured to a hinged member*, wherein the shroud overlies
and is substantially coextensive with the rod or platelike
portion.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
D8, Tools and Hardware, subclasses 323+ for designs for
hinges.
Subclass:
252
Having clamp for attaching hinge to member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
means to permit the ready removal or replacement of the hinge
from a hinged member* and comprising either (a) two opposing
surfaces movable toward and away from one another for
engaging and disengaging the hinged member, or (b) an element
forming a constrictable opening adapted to encircle the
hinged member or a portion thereof.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 235+ for a hinge having a clamp for fixing or
releasing one hinge portion relative to another for the
purpose of adjusting the hinged members.
390 for a hinge leaf having opposed parallel surfaces with
no means being claimed to force the surfaces toward one
another.
Subclass:
253
Circumferential clamp:
This subclass is indented under subclass 252. Hinge
comprising either a constrictable element or two opposing
clamping surfaces adapted to substantially surround the
perimeter of a hinged member*.
Subclass:
254
Having means to facilitate assembly and disassembly of hinge
sections to join or disjoin members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge wherein
means are provided to permit the ready removal and
replacement of one portion of a hinge from another portion
whereby the two hinged members* are disconnected or
connected.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 229+ for a hinge having a pintle which is
retractable to release the hinge from a hinged member.
subclasses 231+ for a combination latch and hinge, i.e.,
wherein the hinge is adapted to be used alternatively as a
hinge or fastener and in conjunction with a similar hinge on
an opposite edge of a hinged member* such that the hinged
member may be swung about either hinge.
subclasses 252+ for a hinge including opposing clamping
surfaces to secure the hinge directly to a hinged member.
subclasses 382+ for a hinge provided with specific means
(other than a clamp) to secure a leaf to a hinged member.
Subclass:
255
Resiliently biased hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 254. Hinge further
comprising an element which when deformed elastically exerts
a force upon one of the hinged members* tending to swing the
member about the hinge axis.
Subclass:
256
Having helical spring along hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 255. Hinge wherein
the elastically deformable element comprises a helix whose
convolutions are formed about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
257
Resiliently biased retaining means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 254. Hinge wherein
the means which permits the ready removal and replacement of
one hinge portion from another includes an element which is
deformed elastically whenever the hinge portions are
assembled or disassembled.
Subclass:
258
Having discrete latch and spring to slide or pivot latch:
This subclass is indented under subclass 257. Hinge wherein
the elastically deformable element biases a second
individually distinct element to move along a surface or
about an axis into or out of engagement with cooperating
structure, thereby retaining or releasing the hinge
portions.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 229+ for a hinge provided with a retractable
pintle.
Subclass:
259
Discrete retaining means for pivotal contacting surfaces:
This subclass is indented under subclass 257. Hinge wherein
the two hinge portions which may be assembled or disassembled
include respective surface areas which have mutual sliding or
pivotal contact during swinging movement of a hinged member*
about the hinge axis*, Therein the surfaces are kept in
assembled relationship by an individually distinct
elastically deformable means.
Subclass:
260
Separation of pivotal contacting surfaces:
This subclass is indented under subclass 254. Hinge wherein
the two hinge portions which may be assembled or disassembled
include respective surface areas which are engaged during
assembly or disengaged during disassembly, wherein sliding or
pivotal contact between the surface areas is manifested
during swinging of a hinged member* about the hinge axis.
Subclass:
261
Having movable or removable connector:
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Hinge including
a discrete element for retaining the hinge portions in their
assembled relationship wherein said element is either moved
with respect to both portions or is completely disassociated
from both portions to disassemble said portions from one
another.
Subclass:
262
Pintle removable from remainder of hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 261. Hinge wherein
the discrete element is the hinge pin* and the hinge portions
are disassembled by completely disassociating the hinge pin*
from both hinge portions.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 229+ for a hinge having a pintle that is
retracted to separate two hinged members.
subclasses 380+ for a hinge having specific means to retain
the pintle therein, wherein the pintle is not readily
removable from the remainder of the hinge.
Subclass:
263
And additional connector or separate pintle sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 262. Hinge wherein
either (a) a discrete fastener is provided for retaining the
hinge pin* and the hinge portions in assembled relationship,
or (b) the hinge pin comprises plural separable segments
which are disassociated to allow the hinge portions to be
separated.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 380+ for a pintle connector which is not readily
removable to disassemble the hinge.
Subclass:
264
Screw-threaded connector:
This subclass is indented under subclass 261. Hinge wherein
the discrete element for retaining the hinge portions in
their assembled relationship includes a helically threaded
section which cooperates with a similarly threaded section or
element to retain the hinge portions in their assembled
relationship.
Subclass:
265
Axially shifting hinge sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Hinge wherein
the two hinge portions are separated by moving them
relatively in the direction of the hinge axis*.
(1) Note. Included herein are hinges in which a hinge
portion is initially moved axially, and then moved
transversely to the axis to separate the portions.
Subclass:
266
At specific angular orientation of hinge sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 265. Hinge wherein
the two hinge portions may be moved relatively in the
direction of the hinge axis* only when placed in
predetermined relative position about the hinge axis.
Subclass:
267
Hook and pin:
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Hinge wherein
the surface areas which are engaged or disengaged during
assembly or disassembly of the hinge portions comprise an
open curve having a reentrant end section on one hinge
portion and adapted to partially surround a hinge pin* on the
other hinge portion.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
356 for a hinge comprised of two nested open curved portions
which move along one another and about a hinge pin, but not
readily assembled and disassembled.
Subclass:
268
Hook in aperture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Hinge wherein
the surface areas which are engaged or disengaged during
assembly or disassembly of the hinge portions comprise an
open curve having a reentrant end section on one hinge
portion, and is adapted to pass through an opening in the
other hinge portion.
Subclass:
269
Hook to hook:
This subclass is indented under subclass 260. Hinge wherein
the surface areas which are engaged or disengaged during
assembly or disassembly of the hinge portions each comprise
an open curve having a reentrant end section.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 355+ for a hinge comprised of two nested open
curved portions which move along one another, but not readily
assembled or disassembled.
Subclass:
270
And discrete movable or removable connector to fasten one
hinge section to another:
This subclass is indented under subclass 254. Hinge including
an element individually distinct from either hinge portion
and which serves to retain the hinge portions in assembled
relationship, wherein said element is either moved with
respect to both portions, or is completely disassociated from
both portions to disassemble said portions from one another.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 261+ for a hinge having a discrete movable or
removable connector for retaining the pivotal contacting
surfaces of the hinge.
Subclass:
271
By relatively sliding connection (e.g., dovetail):
This subclass is indented under subclass 254. Hinge wherein
the means to permit the ready removal or replacement of one
hinge portion from another comprises cooperating interfitting
structure on the respective portions which is initially
engaged and then locked into assembled relationship by
translating one portion relative to the other portion.
Subclass:
272
Including receiving connector attachable to hinged member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 271. Hinge wherein
the cooperating interfitting structure comprises a first
element or portion adapted to be fixed to a hinged member*,
and having means for accommodating a substantial part of a
second element or portion which slides into the first element
or portion.
Subclass:
273
Having means to reduce friction between hinge parts:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
means specifically provided for lessening the surface
friction between two opposing surfaces which are caused to
move over one another as the hinged members* are swung about
the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
274
By fluid lubricant:
This subclass is indented under subclass 273. Hinge wherein
the means for lessening the surface friction comprises a
supply or a passageway for applying a friction reducing fluid
to the surfaces.
Subclass:
275
Ball or roller bearing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 273. Hinge wherein
the surface friction between the two opposing surfaces is
reduced by interposing a plurality of rolling elements
between the surfaces, whereby rolling rather than sliding
contact occurs.
(1) Note. A rolling cam follower is not considered to be a
bearing as defined above.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
224 for a ball and socket hinge.
subclasses 313+ for a gravitating hinge having roller which
rides along a camming surface as the hinged members* swing
relative to one another.
Subclass:
276
Circularly distributed balls or rollers:
This subclass is indented under subclass 275. Hinge including
a plurality of rolling elements arranged through a complete
circle about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
277
Resiliently biased hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge
including, in addition to the structure for swingably
connecting the hinged members*, an element which is
elastically deformed to exert a force upon a hinged member
tending to swing the member about the hinge axis*.
(1) Note. The elastically deformable element must provide
bias through a substantial arc during swinging movement of
the hinged member* about the hinge axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 225+ for a resiliently biased hinge wherein the
elastically deformable element is the only structure which
connects the hinged members*.
subclasses 255+ for a resiliently biased hinge which is
readily assembled or disassembled.
subclasses 321+ for a hinge having a resiliently biased
catch by which a hinged member* "snaps" into open or closed
position, but is not biased during the remainder of the
swing.
Subclass:
278
Including means to render spring ineffective through all or a
portion of swing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge wherein
either (a) selectively actuated means are provided to release
the hinged member* to swing without bias from the elastically
deformable element, or (b) the hinge member swings under bias
from the elastically deformable element through a first arc
about the hinge axis*, and then swings without bias from the
elastically deformable element through a second adjacent arc,
or vice versa.
(1) Note. The elastically deformable element must provide
bias through a substantial arc during swinging movement of
the hinged member* about the hinge axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 255+ for a hinge having a resiliently biased
catch by which a hinged member* "snaps" into open or closed
position, but is not biased during the remainder of the
swing.
Subclass:
279
Comprising manipulatable element or portion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 278. Hinge wherein a
selectively actuated means is provided to release the hinged
member* to swing without bias from the elastically deformable
element.
Subclass:
280
Biased from either direction toward neutral position (e.g.,
double acting):
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge wherein
one or more elastically deformable elements are arranged to
urge one of the hinged members* to swing about the hinge
axis* toward an equilibrium position from either side of said
equilibrium position, at which the net force tending to swing
the member is zero.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
291 for a hinge in which a helical spring transverse to the
hinge axis* biases a hinged member* in either direction away
from a dead center position.
subclasses 293+ for a hinge in which a spring other than a
coil transverse to the hinge axis* biases a hinged member* in
either direction away from a dead center position.
Subclass:
281
Helical spring transverse to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 280. Hinge wherein
the hinged member* is swung about the hinge axis* by an
elastically deformable element comprising a coil spring in
the form of a helix and arranged on the hinge such that the
axis of the helix is orthogonal with the hinge axis.
Subclass:
282
Plural hinge axes (e.g., multiple pintle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 280. Hinge wherein
one of the hinged members* rotates about a first hinge axis*
on one side of the equilibrium position and about a second
hinge axis on the other side of the equilibrium position.
Subclass:
283
And barrels for helical springs on separate axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 282. Hinge
comprising two elastically deformable elements in the form of
helixes, each being arranged about a separate hinge axis* and
surrounded by a coaxial cylindrical cover.
Subclass:
284
Resiliently biased rolling or sliding cam surface:
This subclass is indented under subclass 280. Hinge wherein
an elastically deformable element is arranged to cause a
first surface associated with a hinged member* to slide or
roll over a second cooperating surface, whereby the hinged
member is caused to swing about the hinge axis* from either
side of the equilibrium position due to the relative
curvature of the surfaces.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
303 for a hinge in which a hinged member* is caused to swing
in only one direction by an axially biased cam surface.
Subclass:
285
By helical spring along hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 280. Hinge wherein
the elastically deformable element is in the form of a helix
arranged about and coaxial with the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
286
Having transverse helical spring or elastic strip:
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge wherein a
hinged member* is swung about the hinge axis* by an
elastically deformable element comprising either (a) a coil
spring in the form of a helix, or (b) a length of resilient
material adapted to be stretched in the direction of its
length, wherein either the axis of the helix or the length of
the resilient material is orthogonal with the hinge axis.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
281 for a hinge which employs a coil spring transverse to
the hinge axis* to bias a hinged member* from either side of
a neutral position toward the neutral position.
Subclass:
287
Plural hinge axes (e.g., multiple pintle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 286. Hinge wherein
the structure which swingably connects the two hinged
members* defines two or more distinct axes about which the
hinged members* pivot relative to one another.
(1) Note. The pivotal movement may occur alternately about
each axis or simultaneously about both axes.
Subclass:
288
Four or more axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 287. Hinge wherein
the structure which swingably connects the two hinged
members* defines four or more distinct axes about which the
hinged members pivot relative to one another.
Subclass:
289
To counterbalance weight of hinged member (e.g., closure
biased to open position):
This subclass is indented under subclass 286. Hinge wherein
the elastically deformable element is arranged to offset the
weight of a hinged member* as the member is swung about the
hinge axis*.
Subclass:
290
Including pivoted coaxial spring retaining bar:
This subclass is indented under subclass 289. Hinge including
an elongated cylindrical rod extending through the length of
the elastically deformable element to retain the element in
an axially compressed state, wherein the rod is mounted for
swinging movement with respect to both hinged members* as one
hinged member swings relative to the other about the hinge
axis*.
Subclass:
291
Over-center spring or linkage travel (e.g., "holdback
hinge"):
This subclass is indented under subclass 286. Hinge including
means which first causes the elastically deformable element
to reach a point of maximum deflection as a hinged member*
reaches a particular position in its swing about the hinge
axis*, and then allows the element to retreat from the point
of maximum deflection as the hinged member continues to swing
past the position.
(1) Note. Included herein are hinges having a toggle linkage
which serves to bias a hinged member* about a single hinge
axis* toward the open and closed positions.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
323 for hinges having a spring-biased toggle catch, but
wherein the hinged members* are not biased resiliently about
the hinged axis*.
Subclass:
292
Having means to hold hinged members against pivotal movement
about hinge axis (i.e., catch):
This subclass is indented under subclass 286. Hinge including
means to secure the hinged members* to prevent them from
swinging about the hinge axis*.
(1) Note. The members must be secured against swinging
movement in both directions, i.e., an abutment stop, per se,
is excluded.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 374+ for a hinge having a stop or abutment.
Subclass:
293
Over-center spring or linkage travel (e.g., "holdback
hinge"):
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge including
means which first causes the elastically deformable element
to reach a point of maximum deflection as a hinged member*
reaches a particular position in its swing about the hinge
axis*, and then allows the element to retreat from the point
of maximum deflection as the hinged member continues to swing
past the position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
291 for a hinge having a helical spring or elastic strip
which is oriented transversely to the hinge axis* and which
comprises an over-center mechanism.
323 for a hinge which included a toggle-actuated catch to
fix the hinged members* in a particular relative position,
but having no means to bias the hinged members about the
hinge axis*.
Subclass:
294
Plural hinge axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Hinge wherein
the structure which swingably connects the two hinged
members* defines two or more distinct axes about which the
hinged members pivot relative to one another.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 282+ for a double-acting spring biased hinge
having plural hinge axes*.
subclasses 287+ for a hinge biased by a helical spring or
an elastic strip acting transversely to one of a plurality of
hinge axes.
Subclass:
295
Coil spring having axis along or parallel to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Hinge wherein
the elastically deformable element comprises a helix or a
flat spiral whose convolutions are formed about an axis
extending in the direction of the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
296
Including camming or sliding surface to deflect spring
perpendicularly to the hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Hinge wherein a
portion of the elastically deformable element is displaced at
a right angle to the hinge axis* by a contacting surface
which moves along a surface of the element.
Subclass:
297
Having means to hold hinged members against pivotal movement
about hinge axis (e.g., catch):
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge including
means to secure the hinged members* to prevent any swinging
of the members about the hinge axis*.
(1) Note. The members must be secured against swinging
movement in both directions, i.e., an abutment stop, per se,
is excluded.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
292 for a hinge having a catch and biased by a coil spring
oriented transversely to the hinge axis*.
subclasses 374+ for a hinge having a stop or abutment.
Subclass:
298
Having force adjustment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge including
means by which the force exerted by the resiliently
deformable element to swing the hinged members* may be varied
while the hinged members remain at a constant relative
position about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
299
Rotatable spring-engaging collar:
This subclass is indented under subclass 298. Hinge including
a cylinder or annulus which is connected to the resiliently
deformable member and is rotated about the hinge axis* to
vary the force exerted on the hinged members*.
Subclass:
300
Having detention aperture or protuberance:
This subclass is indented under subclass 299. Hinge wherein
the cylinder or annulus is held in adjusted position by a
depression, hole, or projection which engages cooperating
structure on the remainder of the hinge.
Subclass:
301
Having tool receiving aperture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 299. Hinge wherein
the cylinder or annulus has formed therein an opening into
which is engaged a tool to turn the cylinder or collar.
Subclass:
302
Plural hinge axes (e.g., multiple pintle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge wherein
the structure which swingably connects the two hinged
members* defines two or more distinct axes about which the
hinged members pivot relative to one another.
(1) Note. The pivotal movement may occur alternately about
either axis or simultaneously about two or more axes.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 282+ for a double-acting hinge having plural
hinge axes*.
subclasses 287+ for a hinge having plural hinge axes* and
biased by a coil oriented transversely to a hinge axis*.
294 for a hinge having plural hinge axes* and provided with
an over-center travelling spring or linkage.
Subclass:
303
Having axially biased camming surface:
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge wherein
an elastically deformable element is arranged to force a
first surface associated with a hinged member* in a direction
along or parallel to the hinge axis* toward a second surface,
wherein the curvature of one of the surfaces results in
pivotal movement of the hinged member about the hinge axis.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
284 for similarly operated hinges in which a hinged member*
is biased from either side of an equilibrium position toward
the position.
Subclass:
304
Coil:
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge wherein
the resiliently deformable element comprises a helix or a
flat spiral.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 280+ for a double-acting spring hinge which
employs a torsion coil spring.
subclasses 286+ for a hinge having a helical spring
arranged transversely to the hinge axis.
Subclass:
305
Plural coils:
This subclass is indented under subclass 304. Hinge including
two distinct helices or flat spirals.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 282+ for a double-acting spring hinge employing
two spaced hinge axes with a coil spring associated with each
axis.
Subclass:
306
To counterbalance weight of hinged member (e.g., horizontal
closure biased to open position):
This subclass is indented under subclass 304. Hinge wherein
the torsion of the elastically deformable helix or flat
spiral is arranged to offset the weight of a hinged member*
as the member is swung about the hinge axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 289+ for a hinge in which the weight of a hinged
member* is offset by compression or extension of a helical
spring oriented transversely to the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
307
On pintle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 304. Hinge including
a hinge pin* and wherein the helical spring or flat spiral is
placed about the hinge pin.
Subclass:
308
Torsion spring:
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Hinge wherein
the resiliently deformable element comprises a length of
material the end portions of which are relatively twisted in
opposite directions about its axis or its length, wherein the
force tending to restore the length of material to its
original state is employed to pivot a hinge member* about the
hinge axis*.
Subclass:
309
Gravitating hinge having vertical axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge wherein
all or a portion of a hinged member* moves upwardly along a
substantially vertical hinge axis* as it is swung about said
axis in one direction, wherein the resulting potential energy
is utilized to swing said hinged member in the opposite
direction about the hinge axis to thereby return the hinged
member to its original position.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclasses 236+ for
gravity actuated closures.
Subclass:
310
Having lift rod:
This subclass is indented under subclass 309. Hinge including
an elongated rigid element connected at one end to a first
hinged member* and at the other end to a second hinged member
for raising the first hinged member as it is swung in one
direction about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
311
Having plural spaced hinge axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 309. Hinge wherein
the structure swingably connecting the hinged members*
defines two or more distinct axes about which the hinged
members pivot.
Subclass:
312
Including cam surface and follower:
This subclass is indented under subclass 309. Hinge including
a sloped or curved surface fixed with respect to one hinged
member* and a follower associated with a second hinge member
and engaging the sloped or curved surface, whereby relative
swinging movement of the hinged members results in the
lifting of one hinged member relative to the other.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
284 for a hinge which is biased in either direction by a
resiliently biased cam surface.
303 for a hinge which is biased in one direction only by a
resiliently biased cam surface.
Subclass:
313
And rolling element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 312. Hinge wherein
the follower associated with the second hinged member*
comprises an element rotatable about an axis and which has
rolling contact with the sloped or curved surface.
Subclass:
314
Between opposing surfaces:
This subclass is indented under subclass 313. Hinge wherein
the rotatable element is confined to travel between two
facing sloped or curved surfaces defining a path
therebetween.
Subclass:
315
And detent in cam surface:
This subclass is indented under subclass 313. Hinge wherein
the vertically sloped or curved surface includes a discrete
depression, hole, or protuberance adapted to be engaged by
the follower to fix the relative position of the hinged
members* about the hinge axis*.
(1) Note. The detent must be in addition to the valley or
trough between oppositely sloped surfaces of a double-acting
gravitating hinge.
Subclass:
316
On axially twisted or helically fluted element:
This subclass is indented under subclass 312. Hinge wherein
the vertically sloped or curved surface is formed on an
elongated element oriented along the hinge axis*, and having
helical convolutions about its longitudinal axis.
Subclass:
317
Including means to hold hinged members against pivotal
movement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 312. Hinge including
means to secure the hinge members* to prevent any swinging of
the hinged members relative to one another.
Subclass:
318
Having aperture for slidably receiving pintle (e.g., camming
knuckle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 312. Hinge wherein
the vertically sloped or curved surface surrounds an opening
through which a hinge pin* is guided for sliding movement as
one hinge member* moves up or down relative to the other.
Subclass:
319
Including means to hold or retard hinged members against
pivotal movement(e.g., catch):
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
either means to secure the hinged members* to prevent any
swinging or means for producing a drag and thereby preventing
the members from swinging freely about the hinge axis*.
(1) Note. The members must be secured against swinging
movement in both directions, i.e., an abutment stop, per se,
is excluded.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
292 for a hinge biased by a transverse helical spring and
having a catch.
297 for a spring hinge having a catch.
317 for a gravitating hinge having a catch.
subclasses 374+ for a hinge having a stop or abutment.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
292, Closure Fasteners, appropriate subclasses for a device
for securing a closure element in closed or adjusted
position, and not associated with hinge structure.
403, Joints and Connections, subclass 84 for articulated
members which are lockable at selected angles.
Subclass:
320
Magnetic:
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Hinge wherein a
magnetic field is employed either to secure or to produce a
drag upon the hinged members*.
Subclass:
321
Resiliently biased catch:
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Hinge having
means to secure the hinged members* in a specific relative
position about the hinge axis*, the means including two
cooperating elements or portions, and elastically deformable
means which acts to move or force one of the elements or
portions relative to the other to hold the hinged members in
the specific position.
(1) Note. A portion of the elastically deformable means
(spring) may serve as a cooperating portion.
(2) Note. A resiliently biased friction pad by which the
hinged members may be fixed at any position during their
swing about the hinge axis is excluded.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 337+ for a hinge having a friction drag or a
resiliently biased friction pad as specified in (2) Note
above.
Subclass:
322
Having spring force adjustment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 321. Hinge including
means by which the force exerted by the elastically
deformable means to move the two elements or portions may be
varied.
Subclass:
323
Including toggle linkage:
This subclass is indented under subclass 321. Hinge including
two elements pivotally connected to one another, and
respectively pivoted at spaced points to other hinge
structure, the elements being resiliently biased whereby
pivotal movement of the elements fixes the hinged members* in
position about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
324
Having discrete manipulatable release means (e.g., lever):
This subclass is indented under subclass 321. Hinge having
means, individually distinct from the two elements or
portions, adapted to be engaged by an operator and which
effects relative movement between the two elements or
portions to free the hinged members* for swinging movement
about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
325
Including cam or eccentric:
This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Hinge wherein
the release means includes a rotatable member having a
surface which is so arranged about the rotational axis as to
slidably engage and cause a second member to be
reciprocated.
(1) Note. The "second member" may or may not be one of the
cooperating elements or portions.
Subclass:
326
Sliding release means or lever-actuated sliding catch:
This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Hinge wherein
either (a) the discrete release means is constrained to
translate along a surface to effect relative movement between
the two cooperating elements or portions, or (b) one of the
cooperating elements or portions is constrained to translate
along a surface into or out of engagement with the other
cooperating element or portion, and an elongated pivoted
member is included to engage the sliding element or portion
and provide a mechanical advantage to cause the same to
translate along the surface.
Subclass:
327
Sliding:
This subclass is indented under subclass 321. Hinge wherein
one of the cooperating elements or portions comprises a part
which is individually distinct from the elastically
deformable means and is constrained to translate along a
surface into or out of engagement with the other cooperating
element or portion.
Subclass:
328
Movement along or parallel to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 327. Hinge wherein
the two cooperating elements or portions are biased to move
relative to one another in the direction of the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
329
Interdigitated or plural sockets:
This subclass is indented under subclass 328. Hinge wherein
one of the cooperating elements or portions includes a series
of protuberances or recesses which are adapted to intermesh
with or be engaged by cooperating structure on the other
element or hinge portion.
(1) Note. The hinged members* are correspondingly held in
one of a plurality of positions about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
330
Opposed interdigitated sliding collars on hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 329. Hinge wherein
the cooperating elements comprise two substantially annular
or cylindrical portions whose axes coincide with the hinge
axis*, along which the cooperating elements are constrained
to translate toward and away from each other, wherein
cooperating protuberances and recesses are provided on an
axial face of each annular or cylindrical portion.
Subclass:
331
And catch receiving socket:
This subclass is indented under subclass 328. Hinge wherein
one of the cooperating elements or portions includes a hole
or depression which is adapted to receive the other element
or portion to hold the hinge members* against pivotal
movement about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
332
And catch receiving socket:
This subclass is indented under subclass 327. Hinge wherein
one of the cooperating elements or portions includes a hole
or depression which is adapted to receive the other element
or portion to fix the hinge members* against pivotal movement
about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
333
Pivoted:
This subclass is indented under subclass 321. Hinge wherein
one of the cooperating elements or portions is mounted on the
hinge for swinging movement about a pivot axis, wherein the
elastically deformable means acts to swing said element or
portion about its pivot axis into engagement with the other
cooperating element or portion.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
292, Closure Fasteners, subclasses 219+ for a spring
projected, pivoted bolt.
Subclass:
334
Plural alternately useable detents:
This subclass is indented under subclass 321. Hinge wherein
one of the cooperating elements or portions comprises a
plurality of discrete depressions, holes or protuberances,
any one of which may be selectively engaged by the other
cooperating element or portion whereby the hinged members*
are correspondingly fixed in one of a plurality of positions
about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
335
Spring arm:
This subclass is indented under subclass 321. Hinge wherein
the elastically deformable means comprises a length of
self-sustaining resilient material fixed to the hinge in
cantilever fashion, and which is deflected in a direction
perpendicular to its length when the cooperating elements or
portions are moved relative to one another.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
296 for a spring biased hinge employing a spring arm in an
over-center mechanism.
297 for a hinge having a spring arm catch and wherein the
hinged members* are continuously biased about the hinge axis
by either the spring arm or a separate spring.
Subclass:
336
Plural opposed arms:
This subclass is indented under subclass 335. Hinge
comprising two generally parallel lengths of self-sustaining
resilient material which are deflected toward or away from
one another by one or more cooperating elements or portions.
Subclass:
337
By friction:
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Hinge including
two opposing surfaces, each of which is formed on or
connected to a respective hinged member* and wherein movement
of the hinged members is prevented or retarded due to the
frictional resistance to movement of one surface over the
other.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 321+ for a resiliently biased catch which fixes
the hinged members in a specific relative position by
engaging cooperating structure at a specific point during the
swinging movement of the hinged members.
Subclass:
338
Screw-threaded adjustment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 337. Hinge wherein a
helically threaded element is provide for varying the
pressure between the two opposing surfaces to control the
frictional resistance to movement of one surface over the
other.
Subclass:
339
Along or parallel to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 338. Hinge wherein
the frictional resistance is varied by moving the opposing
surfaces toward or away from one another in the direction of
the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
340
Threaded pintle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 339. Hinge wherein
the helically threaded member comprises a hinge pin*.
Subclass:
341
Cam or wedge actuator:
This subclass is indented under subclass 337. Hinge including
an element having either an inclined or curved surface
wherein translation or pivotal movement of the element along
or about an axis supplies a force perpendicular to the
movement of the surface which results in increased pressure
between the opposing frictional surfaces.
(1) Note. The inclined or curved surface may or may not
serve as one of the opposing frictional surfaces.
Subclass:
342
On hinge pin or between surfaces surrounding hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 337. Hinge wherein
either (a) one of the opposing surfaces consists of a rodlike
element about which a hinge member* swings, or (b) the two
opposing surfaces encircle the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
343
Pivoted:
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Hinge wherein
the means to fix or retard the hinged members* against
swinging movement about the hinge axis* comprises a first
element or portion swingably mounted with respect to both
hinged members and into engagement with a second cooperating
element or portion.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
333 for a spring biased pivoted catch.
Subclass:
344
Plural alternately useable detents:
This subclass is indented under subclass 343. Hinge including
a plurality of holes or depressions, any one of which may be
selectively engaged by the pivoted element to secure the
hinged members* in one of a plurality or corresponding
relative positions about the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
345
And sliding:
This subclass is indented under subclass 343. Hinge wherein
the swingably mounted element is mounted for movement along a
surface, whereby the pivotal axis of the element to translate
with respect to a hinged member*.
Subclass:
346
Serially connected pivoted arms between leaves (e.g.,
brace):
This subclass is indented under subclass 343. Hinge wherein
the two cooperating elements or portions comprise two
swinging elongated elements, each pivoted at one end to a
respective hinge leaf* and at the opposite end to the other
element.
Subclass:
347
About axis along or parallel to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 343. Hinge wherein
the first element or portion swings about an axis which
either coincides with or is parallel to an axis about which a
hinged member* swings.
Subclass:
348
By transversely moving pin in slot:
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Hinge wherein
the means to fix or retard the movement of the hinged
members* comprises an element which protrudes into and is
guided by a laterally elongated aperture in the hinge,
whereby the element is confined to laterally traverse said
aperture as a hinged member swings about the hinge axis*.
(1) Note. The aperture typically has a recess formed along
its length into which the pin is moved to fix the hinged
members* in relative position.
Subclass:
349
Having discrete manipulatable release means (e.g., lever
operated):
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Hinge including
means adapted to be directly engaged and manipulated by an
operator to deactivate the member-fixing or drag-producing
means, thereby enabling a hinged member* to swing freely
about the hinge axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
324 for a similar release mechanism for a spring-biased
catch.
Subclass:
350
By shifting hinged members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Hinge wherein
the means to fix or retard the movement of the hinged
members* comprises cooperating portions which are engaged or
disengaged by relative movement of the hinged members other
than pivotal movement about the hinge axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
233 for a hinge having a lever for shifting one hinged
member* relative to another.
subclasses 235+ for a hinge having means permitting the
relative adjustment of the hinged members, wherein the hinged
members are fixed in each position of adjustment.
subclasses 362+ for a hinge having means which permits
sliding movement between hinged members other than for
engaging or disengaging a catch or drag.
Subclass:
351
Along hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 350. Hinge wherein
the cooperating portions are engaged or disengaged by moving
the hinged members* relative to one another in the direction
of the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
352
Sliding:
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Hinge wherein
the means to secure the hinged members* or to produce a drag
against their movement about the hinge axis comprises two
cooperating elements or portions, one of which is constrained
to translate along a surface into or out of engagement with
the other.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 327+ for a spring-biased sliding catch.
Subclass:
353
Along or parallel to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 352. Hinge wherein
one of the cooperating elements or portions moves relative to
the other along a line which either coincides with or is
parallel to an axis about which a hinged member* swings.
Subclass:
354
Including toothed gear:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
a rotatably mounted annular or cylindrical element having a
plurality of teeth arranged about the axis of rotation of the
element and adapted to drive or be driven by an additional
element engaging said teeth as a hinged member* swings about
the hinge axis*.
Subclass:
355
Comprising nested open curved portions attached to hinged
members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge wherein
the device for swingably connecting two hinged members*
comprises two interengaged portions secured to or formed on
the respective hinged members and curved in a section about
the hinge axis*, each portion having a concave surface and a
convex surface, wherein the convex surface of one portion is
adapted to move along the concave surface of the other
portion as the hinged members* swing about the hinge axis.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 260+ for a hinge comprising nested open curved
portions which are engaged or disengaged to join or disjoin
the hinged members*.
Subclass:
356
Including hinge pin:
This subclass is indented under subclass 355. Hinge including
an elongated rodlike element about which a hinged member*
swings.
(1) Note. The rodlike element may be either a discrete
element or a distinct section formed on one of the open
curved portions.
Subclass:
357
Including transversely moving pin in slot:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge
comprising an element which extends into an aperture or
groove which is elongated in a direction transverse to the
hinge axis*, wherein the element moves laterally along the
aperture or groove as one hinged member* is swung relative to
the other about the hinge axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
348 for hinges provided with a recess along the slot into
which pin is moved to fix the hinged members* in relative
position.
Subclass:
358
Plural noncollinear pins and slots:
This subclass is indented under subclass 357. Hinge including
two discrete elements, each of which extends through and
moves laterally along a separate elongated aperture or groove
as a hinged member* is swung about the hinge axis*, wherein
the longitudinal axes of the elements define separate lines.
Subclass:
359
Parallel slots:
This subclass is indented under subclass 358. Hinge wherein
the distance between the centers of the two separate
elongated apertures or grooves is constant along their
length.
Subclass:
360
Having pin fixed to pivoted arm or plate:
This subclass is indented under subclass 357. Hinge wherein
the element which moves along the elongated aperture or
groove is attached to a component which is swingably mounted
with respect to both hinged members*.
Subclass:
361
Hinge pin movable along slot:
This subclass is indented under subclass 357. Hinge wherein
the element which moves along the elongated aperture or
groove comprises a rodlike element which defines the sole
axis about which a hinged member* swings.
Subclass:
362
Including sliding surfaces to permit relative translation of
hinged members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
first and second surfaces secured to respective hinged
members*, and which engage one another in sliding contact to
guide the hinged members in displacement relative to one
another along a straight or curved line.
(1) Note. The hinges found in this and indented subclasses
differ from adjustable hinges in that the former function in
such a manner that the shifting of the hinged members occurs
as either a prerequisite or a consequence of the pivotal
movement of the hinged members* about the hinge axis*,
whereas in the latter, the hinged members are moved and fixed
independently of their pivotal movement.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
233 for a hinge having a lever for shifting one hinged
member* relative to one another.
subclasses 235+ for adjustable hinges (see (1) Note
supra).
subclasses 350+ for a hinge having a rigid catch, and means
which permits relative translation of the hinged members to
engage or disengage the catch.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclasses 250+ for a
closure swingable about plural axes and combined with a slide
for guiding movement of the closure.
109, Safes, Bank Protection, or a Related Device, subclass 70
for safe closures mounted for sliding and swinging
movement.
Subclass:
363
And stop or abutment for pivotal movement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 362. Hinge including
structure for limiting the swinging movement of a hinged
member* in one direction about the hinge axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 350+ for a hinge having a catch, i.e., means to
fix a hinged member against movement in either direction
about the hinge axis*, wherein the catch is engaged or
disengaged by shifting one hinged member relative to the
other.
Subclass:
364
Movement transverse to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 362. Hinge wherein
the sliding surfaces permit relative displacement of the
hinged members* in a direction perpendicular to the hinge
axis*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 235+ for an adjustable hinge having means which
permits one hinged member to be moved and fixed relative to
the other hinged member.
subclasses 357+ for a hinge which includes a pin movable
transversely along a slot to permit the hinged members* to be
displaced relative to one another.
Subclass:
365
Three-hinged members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
a third portion adapted to engage or be fastened to a
third-hinged member*.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
4, Baths, Closets, Sinks, and Spittoons, subclass 236 for a
hinge for connecting a toilet bowl, seat, and cover.
Subclass:
366
Having plural hinge axes (e.g., multiple pintle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge wherein
the structure which swingably connects the two hinged
members* defines two or more distinct axes about which the
hinged members pivot relative to one another.
(1) Note. The pivotal movement may occur alternately about
each axis or simultaneously about both axes.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 239+ for a hinge having means which permits
pivotal adjustment of the hinged members* about an axis other
than the hinge axis*.
subclasses 282+ for a double-acting resiliently biased
hinge having plural hinge axes.
subclasses 287+ for resiliently biased hinge which employs
a helical spring oriented transversely to plural hinge axes.
311 for a gravitating hinge having plural hinge axes.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
403, Joints and Connections, subclasses 52+ for articulated
members having plural distinct articulation axes.
Subclass:
367
Having transverse or skewed axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 366. Hinge including
structure which permits the hinged members* to swing about
two discrete intersecting or obliquely oriented axes.
Subclass:
368
Connected by serially arranged pivoted links between hinged
members:
This subclass is indented under subclass 366. Hinge
comprising two arms or plates swingably connected together at
or adjacent one end and swingably connected to respective
hinged members* at the opposite end.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
346 for a hinge having a brace in the form of serially
connected pivoted links spaced from the hinge axis.
Subclass:
369
Plural sets of serially arranged pivoted links:
This subclass is indented under subclass 368. Hinge
comprising a second discrete pair of arms or plates swingably
connected together at or adjacent one end and having their
opposite ends swingably connected to respective hinged
members*.
Subclass:
370
Four or more axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 366. Hinge wherein
the structure which swingably connects the two hinged
members* defines four or more distinct axes about which the
hinged members pivot relative to one another.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
288 for hinge having four or more hinge axes* and a coil
spring oriented transversely to at least one axis.
Subclass:
371
Including stop or latch:
This subclass is indented under subclass 366. Hinge including
either (a) specific structure for limiting the angular
displacement of a hinged member about a hinge axis*, or (b)
means for securing a hinged member* to prevent it from
swinging about one of the hinge axes.
Subclass:
372
Including laminated leaf:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
a portion by which the hinge is adapted to be secured to a
hinged member* and consisting of superposed flat layers.
Subclass:
373
Wire hinge:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge a
substantial portion of which is formed from a material in the
shape of a very elongated slender strand or rod.
Subclass:
374
Having stop or abutment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
structure for limiting the angular displacement about the
hinge axis* of one hinged member* relative to another.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 319+ for a hinge which includes structure for
fixing the hinged members* against movement in either
direction about the hinge axis*.
subclasses 357+ for a stop in the form of a pin movable
transversely along a slot.
363 for a hinge having structure which serves as a stop or
abutment after one hinged member* is shifted relative to
another.
Subclass:
375
Adjustable or resilient:
This subclass is indented under subclass 374. Hinge wherein
either (a) means are provided which permit the position of
the limiting structure to be changed, or (b) the limiting
structure is formed from an elastically deformable material.
Subclass:
376
Comprising relieved axially opposed relatively rotating
surfaces:
This subclass is indented under subclass 374. Hinge including
first and second surfaces which face one another and are
perpendicular to the hinge axis and rotatable with the
respective hinged members*, wherein the structure for
limiting the angular displacement of one hinge member
relative to the other comprises engageable protrusions or
walls of recesses on the respective surfaces.
Subclass:
377
Comprising platelike bearing portion curved about hinge
axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 374. Hinge wherein
the structure for limiting the angular displacement of a
hinged member* about the hinge axis* comprises an edge or
face of a sheet of material fixed with respect to a hinged
member, and deformed in the direction of its thickness to
circle a hinge pin*, and serve as a bearing surface during
pivotal movement of the hinged member about the hinge axis.
Subclass:
378
Hinge axis passes through hinged member (e.g., floor hinge):
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge wherein
the axis about which a hinged member* rotates during
operation of the hinge defines a line which passes through
the interior of the hinged member*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 277+ for resiliently biased floor hinges.
Subclass:
379
Pintle or pivot concealed in hinged member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 378. Hinge wherein
mutually contacting pivotal surfaces of the hinge lie
entirely within a cavity in one of the hinged members* in at
least one relative position of the hinged members about the
hinge axis*.
Subclass:
380
Including means to retain pintle in hinge (e.g., tamper
proof, nonrising pintle, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge
comprising an elongated cylindrical or rodlike element about
which a hinged member* rotates, wherein means are provided to
prevent the element from moving axially with respect to the
remainder of the hinge.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 262+ for a hinge having a pintle which may be
readily assembled and disassembled from the hinge.
Subclass:
381
Threaded or slotted pintle or knuckle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 380. Hinge wherein
the means to prevent axial movement of the elongated
cylindrical or rodlike element comprises a groove in either
the element or in a bearing surface surrounding the element.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 262+ for a hinge having a readily removable and
replaceable threaded pintle.
Subclass:
382
Including means to fasten leaf to member:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
a rod or platelike portion protruding from the hinge axis*
and adapted to be secured to a hinged member*, wherein means
are provided to secure the rod or platelike portion to the
hinged member.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 252+ for a hinge having a clamp for attachment
to a hinged member* and comprising either two opposing
surfaces or a constrictable opening.
subclasses 254+ for a hinge having means to facilitate
assembly and disassembly of hinge sections to permit hinged
members to be joined or separated.
Subclass:
383
By expandable connector:
This subclass is indented under subclass 382. Hinge wherein
the means for securing the platelike portion to the hinged
member* comprises an element adapted to be inserted into the
hinged member and having portions which move outwardly to
retain the element in the hinged member.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
411, Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed, or
Locked-Threaded Fastener subclasses 15+ for expandable
fasteners, per se.
Subclass:
384
Self-penetrating fastener:
This subclass is indented under subclass 382. Hinge wherein
the means for securing the platelike portion to the hinged
member* comprises an element which is driven into the hinged
member.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
411, Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed, or
Locked-Threaded Fastener appropriate subclasses for screws,
nails, and other driven fasteners, per se.
Subclass:
385
Specified material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge wherein
significance is attributed to the particular substance from
which the hinge is formed.
(1) Note. A nominally recited hinge formed from a particular
substance is properly classified with the substance and
cross-referenced to this subclass.
Subclass:
386
Specific pintle structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
a rodlike element of specified construction about which a
hinged member* swings.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
223 for a pintle portion or attachment which is unrelated to
the hinge function (e.g., coat hanger, net support, etc.).
244 for a pintle having means for adjusting the hinged
member* relative to one another.
subclasses 262+ for a pintle removable from the remainder
of the hinge.
subclasses 265+ for hinges which separate at the pintle,
the pintle remaining attached to one hinge section.
subclasses 273+ for a pintle having a lubricating feature.
340 for a hinge having a threaded pintle drag adjustment.
subclasses 374+ for a pintle having structure which serves
as a limit stop for the hinged members.
subclasses 380+ for a pintle provided with means to retain
it in the hinge.
385 for a pintle formed from a specific material.
Subclass:
387
Specific leaf structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 221. Hinge including
a rodlike or platelike portion of specified construction by
which the hinge is adapted to be secured to a hinged
member*.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
246 for a hinge leaf provided with means for adjustment
toward and away from a hinged member*.
251 for a hinge leaf cover.
subclasses 252+ for a hinge leaf having a clamp for
attachment to a hinged member.
subclasses 254+ for a leaf provided with means to
facilitate ready assembly and disassembly with a hinged
member.
372 for a laminated leaf.
373 for a leaf formed substantially from wire.
subclasses 374+ for a leaf having a limit stop for movement
about the hinge axis*.
385 for a leaf formed from a specified material.
Subclass:
388
Having prongs or cooperating structure on leaf:
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Hinge wherein
the platelike portion includes either (a) a self-piercing
protrusion, or (b) structure adapted to engage cooperating
structure on another hinge leaf.
Subclass:
389
Angular leaf sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Hinge including
a plurality of distinct contiguous rodlike or platelike
sections adapted to be secured to a hinged member*, wherein
the sides of adjacent sections intersect to form corners.
Subclass:
390
Parallel sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 389. Hinge wherein
two of the rodlike or platelike sections have opposing faces
or longitudinal axes which are everywhere equidistant.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 252+ for a clamping leaf having parallel
sections and means to force the sections toward one another.
Subclass:
391
Coplanar sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 389. Hinge wherein
all rodlike or platelike sections lie in the same plane.
Subclass:
392
Including planar section perpendicular to hinge axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 389. Hinge including
a platelike section lying in a plane which is orthogonal with
the axis about which a hinged member* rotates.
Subclass:
400
COUNTERBALANCE DEVICE, PER SE:
Subject matter under the subclass definition comprising a
counterpoise to negate or minimize a force.
(1) Note. Included in this subclass is a counterbalance
device, where the counterpoise is connected to the force by a
pulley or system of pulleys.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
401 for a spring counterbalance device.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, for a counterbalance
device claimed in conjunction with a door, especially
subclass 20, 119+, 150+, 429+, and 445+.
Subclass:
401
Spring:
This subclass is indented under subclass 400. Counterbalance
device, wherein the counterpoise comprises a resilient member
stressed within its elastic limit.
(1) Note. A helical or torsion springs are included herein.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
400 for a counterbalance device, per se.
Subclass:
402
DOOR ESCUTCHEON OR SIMILAR ELEMENT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter providing an article of hardware for a door not
provided for elsewhere, having a protective plate (e.g.,
kickplate), an ornamental covering (i.e., the type which
surrounds a keyhole), a doorknob cover, or other such
component.
(1) Note. Included herein is an attaching element
specifically claimed for use with a door associated device,
e.g., check or hinge, where no more of the device is recited
than is necessary to support the attaching element.
(2) Note. A device surrounding a latch or handle claiming
such uses as protecting the door from scratching or
fingerprints is appropriate matter for this subclass.
(3) Note. This subclass is not intended for a device
constituting an arrangement of working parts.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 49+ for a check, closure, or other multi
component door mechanism and especially subclasses 119+,
150+, 200+, 429+ and 445+ for a counterbalance device in
combination with a door.
subclasses 71+ for a closure.
subclasses 82+ for a closure check.
116 for a handle with an associated insulating pad.
subclasses 221+ for hinge structure.
subclasses 400+ for a counterbalance device, per se, not
claimed in conjunction with a door.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, especially subclasses 460+
for a handle protector.
150, Purses, Wallets, and Protective Covers, subclass 155
for a doorknob cover constructed of flexible materials.
296, Land Vehicles: Bodies and Tops, especially subclasses
199+ for a scuff plate for the sill or other body structure
of a land vehicle.
Subclass:
403
Paper weight:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Element
intended to be placed on a sheet of paper to secure the paper
in place.
(1) Note. The paper weight of this subclass may be small,
heavy, or decorative.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 4+ for a weight intended to hold a carpet or rug
in position
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclass 504 for paperweights with a support
structure or framework associated with the paper retaining
means.
D19, Office Supplies; Artists' and Teachers' Materials
Subclass:
404
MISCELLANEOUS ELEMENT OR ATTACHMENT:
Miscellaneous Articles, not classifiable in any of the other
subclasses of this class or any other class, which is a
stationary attachment or accessory.
(1) Note. This subclass is not intended for device
constituting an arrangement of working parts.
(2) Note. A miscellaneous weight with or without its
supporting means is found herein.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
403 for a paper weight.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
2, Apparel, subclass 273 for a dress weight.
12, Boot and Shoe Making, especially subclass 1 for a
miscellaneous article and 128 for a shoe form.
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, subclasses 216+ for sash
weights.
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclasses 115+ for a
cord and/or rope holder; subclasses 455+ for a clasp, and
subclasses 572+ for a separable fastener.
30, Cutlery, subclass 235 for a drilling machine-frame
combined with a counter-weight.
33, Geometrical Instruments, subclasses 392+ for a plumb
bob and subclass 720 for a sounding device of the line and
lead sinker type or for such a sinker, per se.
38, Textiles: Ironing or Smoothing, subclass 98 for a weight
increasing attachment for a textile smoothing implement.
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, subclasses 700+ for
picture frames, subclass 358 for a paperweight combined with
means to display a card, picture or sign (e.g.; calendar),
and subclasses 584+ for a sign.
49, Movable or Removable Closures, subclasses 460+ for a
kickplate in combination with the closure on which it is
mounted.
74, Machine Element or Mechanism, subclass 573 for a weight,
a rotor, or flywheel.
119, Animal Husbandry, subclass 769 and 816 for a weight
type animal restraining means.
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
subclass 349.1 for a bottom weight for a hanging or draping
fabric.
164, Metal Founding, subclass 412 for a mold to form
weights.
168, Farriery, subclass 25 for a horse shoe weight.
177, Weighing Scales, subclass 264 for a weighing scale
weight.
211, Supports: Racks, subclasses 51+ for a support
including a weight or a spring-pressed mass to overlie and
thereby retain a stack of sheets.
248, Supports, subclasses 114+, for a support for a watch or
clock combined with a mirror, subclass 364 for a
counter-balance for a support; subclasses 441.1+ for easel
type picture or mirror supports and subclass 549 for a mirror
or picture support comprising a frangible or deformable
component.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclasses 389+ for a device or a member intended to
guide a moving cable, the cable being attached to or supports
an object being pulled by the cable from one position or
location to another.
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 187 for a weight for vehicle
restraining means.
292, Closure Fasteners, subclass 344 for a weight adapted as
closure fasteners.
301, Land Vehicles: Wheels and Axles, subclass 5.21 for a
wheel balancing weight.
359, Optics: Systems (Including Communication) and Elements,
subclasses 515+ for a signal reflectors and subclasses 838+
for a mirror or reflective element, particularly subclasses
871+ for a mirror with a support.
411, Expanded, Threaded, Driven, Headed, Tool-Deformed, or
Locked-Threaded Fastener, for a headed fastener, generally
including a nail, stud, or rivet.
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclasses 93+ for a
weight manipulated by a user for exercise.
Subclass:
405
Extensible handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 114.1. Subject
matter wherein the graspable element has a mechanism
connected therewith to provide extension thereof to a
carrying position and for collapsing said element for storage
or non-use.
Subclass:
406
Detachable handle
This subclass is indented under subclass 114.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle is constructed to be removably
attached to the body of the carried container or article.
Subclass:
407
Welded or adhesively attached handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 114.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle includes a portion which is joined
to the carried article by physical or chemical bonding
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
383, Flexible Bags, subclasses 6+ for handle, etc.
Subclass:
408
Swinging handle
This subclass is indented under subclass 114.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle is attached to the article body
such that it may move in an arc about an axis lying along the
handles median longitudinal plane.
(1) Note. A briefcase handle so attached, for example, may
swing from its carrying position to a rest position against
the side of the case.
Subclass:
409
With means permanently connecting the handle to a carried
article:
This subclass is indented under subclass 408. Subject matter
including handle attachment means which nonseperably engage
and join the handle and article.
Subclass:
410
With means permanently connecting the handle to a carried
article:
This subclass is indented under subclass 114.1. Subject
matter including handle attachment means which nonseperably
engage and join the handle and article.
Subclass:
411
With carrier handle including a user enhanced grip
attachment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 114.1. Subject
matter wherein a device connects to a handle surface to
provide an improved gripping function (e.g., a wire bail
snap-on handguard ).
Subclass:
412
Door handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter including a handle attached, or intended to be
attached, to a usually swinging or sliding barrier for
manipulation of such barrier by which an entry is opened or
closed.
(1) Note. In certain instances the handle may be
manipulated by the feet, or other body part, instead of or as
well as the hand.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
7 for door opening apparatus.
Subclass:
413
Detachable handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 413. Subject matter
wherein the handle is constructed to be removably attached to
the door.
Subclass:
414
Knob type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 412. Subject matter
wherein the door handle has the shape of a usually rounded
grippable protuberance.
Subclass:
415
Drawer pull:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle is connected to a receptacle that
is usually slideable by pulling out of and pushing into a
case or cabinet type holder.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, subclass 330.1 for drawer
structure.
Subclass:
416
Lift:
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Subject matter
wherein the drawer pull comprises a finger engaging means
which is often indented and positioned to provide at least a
partial lifting direction to the manual force applied to the
drawer.
Subclass:
417
Knob type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Subject matter
wherein the drawer pull comprises a grippable protuberance.
Subclass:
418
Swinging:
This subclass is indented under subclass 417. Subject matter
wherein the knob is mounted for suspended movement.
Subclass:
419
Loop type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Subject matter
wherein the drawer pull comprises a generally curved
hand-gripping portion which the fingers may pass through.
Subclass:
420
Ring type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Subject matter
wherein the drawer pull has the shape of a substantially
continuous grippable annulus.
Subclass:
421
Handle having mounted grip means (e.g., bicycle handlebar
grips, etc. )
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter including a handle with a portion receiving a hand
graspable attachment.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
74, Machine Element or Mechanism, subclass 551.1 for
handlebars and related structure.
Subclass:
422
Detachable handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle is constructed to be removably
attached to and separable from the item it may manipulate.
Subclass:
423
For battery:
This subclass is indented under subclass 422. Subject matter
wherein the manipulated item comprises one or more electrical
producing cells.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
294, Hand and Hoist-line Implements, appropriate subclasses,
particularly 903 for battery carrier.
Subclass:
424
For Casket:
This subclass is indented under subclass 422. Subject matter
wherein the handle is mounted on a coffin.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
27, Undertaking, subclasses 2+ for coffin structure.
Subclass:
425
For container:
This subclass is indented under subclass 422. Subject matter
wherein manipulated item comprises a general receptacle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
220, Receptacles, subclass 759 for general container having
detachable handle.
Subclass:
426
Auxiliary handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 422. Subject matter
including a primary handle and at least one supplementary
handle.
Subclass:
427
Extension:
This subclass is indented under subclass 422. Subject matter
including a structure that serves as a lengthening or
enlargement of a primary handle
Subclass:
428
Cord or rope related:
This subclass is indented under subclass 422. Subject matter
wherein the handle is connected with slender flexible
material usually consisting of strands of twisted fibers.
Subclass:
429
Extensible handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle has a mechanism connected therewith
to provide extension thereof to an operative position and for
returning such to a storage or non-use position.
Subclass:
430
Handle with ergonomic structure (e.g., finger engagement
structure such as indents, grooves, etc., and handle
user-interaction (human engineering) enhancements such as
improved handle dimensions and positioning):
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter comprising a handle that coacts with the human hand
and body providing more effective manipulative operation and
other functions such as safety and comfort for the user (see
examples in title).
(1) Note. The particular ergonomic structure and advantages
are often discussed in the disclosures of the patents
classified herein.
Subclass:
431
Insulated handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 430. Subject matter
wherein the handle is constructed to isolate a portion
thereof, such as a gripping portion, from uncomfortable or
harmful transfer of sensual phenomena such as heat, cold,
vibration, electricity, etc.
Subclass:
432
Handwheel:
This subclass is indented under subclass 431. Subject matter
wherein the handle comprises a substantially circular shaped
device turned by torque applied by a human hand usually to
operate a valve, or the like.
Subclass:
433
Knob type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 431. Subject matter
wherein the handle has the shape of a usually rounded
grippable protuberance.
Subclass:
434
Wire type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 431. Subject matter
wherein the handle comprises shaped metal in the form of a
flexible thread or slender rod.
Subclass:
435
Unshaped or unattached pad:
This subclass is indented under subclass 431. Subject matter
including an item such as a pot holder which may be flexible
to allow the manipulation of a heated cooking vessel, or the
like, while insulating the user.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, subclass 25
for hand and finger attachments.
Subclass:
436
Bar-type handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle is an elongated body mounted to be
gripped along its length for manipulation therewith.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
81, Tools, appropriate subclasses, and particularly subclass
177.1 for wrench handle and shanks, subclasses 427.5 for
plier handles, and subclasses 489+ for a general tool handle
which is not disclosed for use with a particular type of hand
tool.
Subclass:
437
For lawnmower:
This subclass is indented under subclass 436. Subject matter
wherein the handle is for a device utilized for cutting
grass, or the like.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
56, Harvester, subclasses 239+ for hand-operated cutter
Subclass:
438
Swinging:
This subclass is indented under subclass 436. Subject matter
wherein the handle is mounted for use such that at least a
portion thereof is movable through an arc.
Subclass:
439
Casket handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 438. Subject matter
wherein the handle is mounted on a coffin.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
27, Undertaking, subclasses 2+ for coffin structure.
Subclass:
440
Braced handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle has means to more rigidly connect
it in its working position.
Subclass:
441
Knob-type handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 440. Subject matter
wherein the handle has the shape of a usually rounded
grippable protuberance
Subclass:
442
With flexible suspending means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 442. Subject matter
wherein the knob is yieldingly fastened or hung as mounted
for use.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclasses 251+ for rod -type supports for
rollers and curtains etc.
Subclass:
443
Lift:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle comprises a finger engaging means
which is often indented and positioned to provide at least a
partial lifting direction to the manual force applied to the
handle.
Subclass:
444
Loop-type handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter comprising a generally C-shaped handle having a finger
accessible grippable central portion and end portions
anchored to an article or device.
Subclass:
445
Swinging:
This subclass is indented under subclass 444. Subject matter
including a pivotally attached hand-grippable portion
providing an oscillating grip.
Subclass:
446
Ring-type handle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 110.1. Subject
matter wherein the handle has the shape of a substantially
continuous grippable annulus.
Subclass:
900
Handle with angularly adjustable component:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter wherein a section of handle is movable such that it is
measurably turned relative to another handle section or to a
member being manipulated
Subclass:
901
Handle with manipulation by human body part other than the
hand:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter including a handle device for utilization by a foot,
forearm, toe, etc.
Subclass:
902
Unitary handle composed of different cooperating materials:
Manipulative device utilizing distinctive substances having
jointly enhancing properties.
Subclass:
903
Handle with diverse art enhancement (illuminator, heater,
etc.):
Manipulative device including a distinctive use enhancing
application.
Subclass:
904
Handle means having sanitary characteristic (e.g., to prevent
transmission of germs, etc.):
Manipulative device including such elements as a throwaway or
replaceable cover or placement of device to enhance hygienic
use thereof.
Subclass:
905
Toilet seat lifter:
Device including an extension or various aids for raising a
water closet seat.
Subclass:
906
Light handle cover:
Device including disposable means engaging the hand of the
person manipulating the light during use thereof.
FOREIGN ART COLLECTIONS
The definitions for FOR 100-103 below correspond to the
definitions of the abolished subclasses under Class 16 from
which these collections sere formed. See the Foreign Art
Collections schedule for specific correspondences. {Note: The
titles and definitions for indented art collections include
all the details of the one(s) that are hierarchically
superior.}
Subclass: FOR 100
Foreign art collection not classifiable in any of the other
subclasses of this class.
Subclass: FOR 102
Foreign are collection comprising bushings and socket devices
to line openings or sockets to reinforce the same and/or to
provide a smooth surface to prevent abrasion of elements
passing therethrough or thereinto.
Subclass: FOR 103
Foreign art collection for lining openings into wooden
receptacles.
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