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Class 472
AMUSEMENT DEVICES
Class Definition:
This class is the generic class providing for the amusement
or recreation of human beings, and includes patents relating
to devices of the type, the principal purpose of which is for
the amusement, entertainment, or recreation of human beings,
unless by analogy of structure or by other functions they are
classified in other classes.
(1) Note. The expression "for the amusement, entertainment,
or recreation of human beings" includes either (a) those
persons who are using or are otherwise directly involved with
the amusement device or apparatus or (b) those persons who
are observing or viewing (i.e., the audience or spectators)
the persons who are using the amusement device or apparatus.
(2) Note. This class includes, unless otherwise classified
in other classes, patents relating to apparatus intended to
be used at an amusement park or on the stage of a theater
provided the function of the apparatus is for the amusement,
entertainment, or recreation of human beings.
(3) Note. This class also includes, unless otherwise
classified in other classes, patents relating to the
structure of the immediate playing area (i.e., the defined
area in which the athletes or contestants are confined during
the performance of an athletic, recreational, or sporting
event) of a sports arena, ball game court, athletic or game
playing field, or track provided the sole function is for the
amusement, recreation, or entertainment of human beings.
(4) Note. Also included in this class, unless otherwise
classified in other classes, are patents relating to a
building, or a part thereof, provided the sole function is
for the amusement or entertainment of human beings.
REFERENCES TO OTHER CLASSES
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, appropriate subclasses
for a sign, exhibit, or other display device of that class
which may also be amusing in nature to perform its function
of attracting and holding the attention of an observer. Also
see the Search Class notes under subclass 57 and 58 below.
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclasses 6+ for
a building structure related to means forming the locus of a
center of attraction, e.g., a stage or means forming a
performing area. This class (472) takes such structure which
contributes to the attraction, e.g., scenery or devices used
by a speaker or artist. Also see the Search Class notes under
subclasses 1, 48, and 75, below.
104, Railways, subclasses 53+ for an amusement railway.
182, Fire Escape, Ladder, or Scaffold, subclasses 48+ for
an escape chute for a person and subclasses 137+ for a body
catcher or life net.
273, Amusement Devices: Games, appropriate subclasses for a
species of amusement device, commonly called a game, which
involves a contest of skill and in which the result of such
contest can be determined by the rules defined for the game.
See the Notes appended to the Class 463 definition for the
relationship between the game Classes 273, 463, and 473.
280, Land Vehicles, appropriate subclasses for various types
of land vehicles, especially subclasses 827+ for a
simulation, for example, a progressive rocking horse;
subclasses 841+ for a skate or ski; subclasses 845+ for a
sled; and subclass 47.1 for a person-supporting body
connected to wheels so as to effect body rocking as the
wheels rotate.
297, Chairs and Seats, appropriate subclasses for a device
for supporting the weight of a person in a seated position in
general. Also see the Search Class notes under subclass 95,
110, 114, 118, and 124 below.
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, subclasses 17+
and 71 for pavement and road structure.
434, Education and Demonstration, appropriate subclasses for
an apparatus or a process intended for the purpose of
instruction or demonstration in general, and especially
subclasses 29+ for apparatus intended to be used for the
purpose of instructing or testing a person in the operation
of a vehicle.
441, Buoys, Rafts, and Aquatic Devices, appropriate
subclasses for an aquatic device in general; particularly
subclasses 129+ for a body-supporting buoyant device in
general. A buoyant device made to simulate an animal, fish,
fowl, etc., or any part thereof, where such simulation is
claimed, is proper for Class 472. However, where such
simulation is disclosed but not claimed, classification of
the buoyant device is proper for Class 441. See the (2) Note,
under subclass 129 of Class 441, for a statement of this
line. Also see particularly subclasses 65+ for a surfboard,
aquaplane, or other device intended to be used for skimming
or walking on the surface of a body of water.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, for a species of amusement
device, commonly called a toy, which is principally intended
for the amusement or recreation of a child wherein there is
some physical interaction between the child and the toy.
463, Amusement Devices: Games, for a species of amusement
device, commonly called a game, which involves a contest of
skill and in which the result of such contest can be
determined by the rules defined for the game. This is the
residual class for a game. See the Search note to Class 473
definition below for the relationship between the game
Classes 463 and 473.
473, Games Using Tangible Projectile, for a game in which a
ball, missile, or other such tangible game projectile (other
than a simulation or representation thereof) is used during
play of a game or sport. The relationship between Class 463
and Class 473 is that Class 463 is the residual class for a
game, while Class 473 provides only for a specific type of
game in which a ball, missile, or other such tangible
projectile is used during play thereof. (However, note those
exceptions specified in the Class 463 definition and its
appended notes.) Accordingly, if a game which uses a ball,
missile, or other such tangible game projectile (other than a
simulation or representation thereof) during play of the game
is recited, then classification is in Class 473; otherwise,
classification is in Class 463. Furthermore, a game apparatus
or means which uses a simulation or representation of a game
or sport projectile (e.g., a light-ray simulation of a
projectile or a videogame representation of a projectile,
etc.) is classified in Class 463, since such simulation or
representation of a projectile is not an actual or physical
object which can be touched and handled (i.e., tangible) as
required by Class 473.
482, Exercise Devices, appropriate subclasses for an
apparatus intended to be operated by a human user for the
purpose of conditioning or developing a muscle or
participating in a track, field, or gymnastic activity.
SUBCLASSES
Subclass:
1
ROUNDABOUT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject
matter consisting of apparatus which carries a person or
object along a circuitous path.
(1) Note. The circuitous path is not necessarily circular in
shape, but a person or object must be intended to be carried
in a complete loop to be proper hereunder. Apparatus rotating
a person or object about an axial line passing therethrough
is considered to be carrying the person or object along a
circuitous path. Oscillating amusement type swings which also
permit a person or object to turn or twirl thereon are not
proper hereunder.
(2) Note. The roundabout may be used to stabilize or tow a
person as the person travels by foot, skates, etc., along a
circuitous path. It may carry only a portion of the person's
weight or may carry it only when the person falls or begins
to fall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
15 for an occupant propelled roundabout used as a trainer
for foot travel which may be used to stabilize a baby, a
novice, an invalid, etc., learning or relearning how to walk,
skate, etc.
subclasses 118+ for an oscillating amusement type swing
which permits a user to turn or twirl thereon.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, for a card, picture,
sign, or other display of that class which may be moved along
a circuitous path, particularly subclasses 427+ for a
special effect display and subclasses 446+ for a changing
exhibitor display.
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), particularly
subclasses 64+ for a repositionable major section of a
static structure, e.g., a revolving building section, etc.
104, Railways, particularly subclasses 35+ for a railway
turntable, subclasses 53+ for an amusement railway vehicle
which may travel along a circuitous track, and subclasses 74+
for a rotating car carried on a railway truck assembly.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, for railway rolling stock which
may follow a circuitous path, particularly subclass 1.5 for
a wheeled toy or model railway vehicle, subclass 28 for a
railway locomotive carried turntable, subclass 157.2 for a
toy or model railway truck, and subclass 238.2 for a toy or
model railway rolling stock having a car body designed for a
special purpose.
119, Animal Husbandry, particularly subclass 701 for animal
breaking, training, or exercise apparatus which may cause the
animal to follow a circuitous path.
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclasses 51+ for
exercise apparatus involving user translation or simulation
thereof and which is not limited to a circuitous path (see
the Search Class notes thereunder for related art areas found
in other classes), subclass 144 for an exercise device which
may be used to suspend and invert a person by pivoting the
person about an axis, and subclasses 146+ for a swivelled
foot platform which supports the entire body of a user for a
muscle conditioning or developing purpose.
Subclass:
2
With structure for causing reciprocal translation of
roundabout along vertical path (e.g., elevator, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
combined with means for rectilinearly raising and lowering
the circuitous path apparatus along a pathway perpendicular
to the horizon, i.e., a vertical pathway.
(1) Note. The roundabout must be vertically raised or
lowered as a unit to be proper for this subclass. For
example, a roundabout raised and lowered along an incline or
having an occupant or article carriage raised and lowered
separately from any rotating supporting carrier structure
thereof would be found elsewhere under subclass 1.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
34 for a roundabout having a carrier rotating about a
vertical axis which includes a suspended occupant or article
carriage that moves up and down.
42 for a roundabout having a disk, ring, or bowl carrier
having an occupant or article carriage which moves up and
down relative thereto.
131 for an amusement device having an occupant support,
other than a roundabout, translatable along a vertical path.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), for a portable or
skeleton type tower, per se, particularly subclasses 111+
for a shaft extensible by mechanical motive means, e.g., by a
motor, spring, pulley, crank, cable, etc., and subclasses
648.1+ for three-dimensional space-defining openwork.
182, Fire Escape, Ladder, or Scaffold, particularly
subclasses 141+ for an elevating or lowering workman
platform.
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, for elevator structure not specifically adapted for
amusement purposes.
Subclass:
3
Having feature for facilitating transport by vehicle
structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus includes means for
enabling easy relocation by a travel conveyance, e.g., a
trailer, truck, etc., or a travel enhancing component, e.g.,
a wheel, runner, etc.
(1) Note. The roundabout may be in an operative condition
while being transported or may be readily collapsible for
movement between one operative location and another.
(2) Note. A small or lightweight roundabout, per se, absent
any feature which would otherwise make it easily
transportable by, connected to, or part of, a vehicle
structure is excluded from this subclass.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, particularly subclasses 35+ for a railway
turntable and subclasses 74+ for a rotating car carried on a
railway truck assembly.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, particularly subclass 28 for a
railway locomotive carried turntable.
Subclass:
4
And occupant propelled seesaw:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
combined with beam structure which is mounted upon a
horizontal fulcrum located intermediate opposing ends thereof
and which is vertically oscillated by a person carried on one
of the ends.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
25 for an occupant propelled roundabout having a
hemispherically shaped base which may also oscillate up and
down on the ground or floor.
30 for a roundabout having a carrier rotated about both a
vertical and a horizontal axis by a power source other than
the occupant.
subclasses 106+ for an amusement seesaw, per se.
Subclass:
5
Seesaw operated drive structure helps maintain roundabout
motion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Subject matter
wherein the vertically oscillating beam structure manipulates
a force transmitting member, e.g., a gear, ratchet, camming
surface, linkage, etc., to assist in sustaining circuitous
movement of the apparatus.
(1) Note. While the drive structure is needed only to help
maintain the roundabout motion, it may be the only structure
used by the occupant to propel the roundabout.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 19+ for an occupant operated drive structure
which indefinitely maintains motion of the roundabout without
any contact with the ground except possibly when initially
starting the motion.
Subclass:
6
Powered toy type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus uses an energy source
other than a human operator to propel an object along the
circuitous path for the entertainment of a child.
(1) Note. The toy roundabout may be powered by an electric
motor, a wound spring motor, a gravity powered mechanism,
etc., which may be initially cranked, started, lifted into
position, etc., by a human operator as long as the human
operator does not need to physically generate the power in an
uninterrupted manner, i.e., continuously, while the toy
roundabout is operating. The human operator may be a person
other than the child being entertained.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, for a rotating card,
picture, sign, ornamental mobile, or other display apparatus
not requiring interaction between the apparatus and a child
viewing it, particularly subclasses 430+ for a rotatable,
electromotor operated display which creates a special effect
and subclasses 473+ for a rotatable, motor operated, or
changing exhibitor.
104, Railways, particularly subclasses 53+ for an amusement
railway which may travel along a circuitous path.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, for railway rolling stock which
may be used to follow a circuitous path, particularly
subclass 1.5 for a wheeled toy or model railway vehicle,
subclass 157.2 for a toy or model railway truck, and subclass
238.2 for a toy or model railway rolling stock having a car
body designed for a special purpose.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 30+
and 236+ for a toy roundabout wherein the motion of the toy
requires active, continuous manipulation by a child, e.g., a
hand crank which must be continuously turned by the child to
keep the roundabout moving, etc., and subclass 227 for an
infant toy and means for retaining, attaching, or supporting
it in the environment of the infant. Also see the Class 446,
class definition, Search Class note to Class 40.
Subclass:
7
Having article completely supported by rotating tether, arm,
or suspending structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 6. Subject matter
wherein the entire object is carried by a swinging or
revolving portion of an elongated flaccid, limblike, or
hanging member.
(1) Note. The structure to which the tether, arm, or
suspending structure is rotatably anchored is often called a
pylon, tower, pole, pedestal, etc., but is never a human
being.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 32+ for a roundabout having a carrier which
rotates about a vertical axis and which includes a suspended
occupant or article carriage.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting particularly subclasses
430+ and 473+ for a motorized card, picture, sign,
ornament, or other display object balancing mobile not
requiring interaction by a child viewing it.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 30+
for a tethered, fixed-wing, toy aircraft where a child holds
one end of the tether as the aircraft moves along a
circuitous path. Also see the Class 446, class definition,
Search Class note to Class 40.
Subclass:
8
Article carried propulsion means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 7. Subject matter
wherein the object has its own individual energy source for
propelling it along the circuitous path.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
27 for a roundabout having an occupant or article carriage
which includes a movement causing energy source located
thereon.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclass 33 for a
child restrained, tethered, toy aircraft having a propulsion
means carried thereon.
Subclass:
9
Having altitude control structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 8. Subject matter
including means for varying the vertical elevation of the
object above a ground surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
11 for altitude control structure for a tethered or
suspended article which does not carry its own propulsion
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 31+
for a child restrained, tethered, toy aircraft having a
tether manipulated control or mechanism.
Subclass:
10
Electric motor:
This subclass is indented under subclass 8. Subject matter
wherein the individual energy source consists of an
electrically driven prime mover.
(1) Note. The electricity itself, which is used to run the
motor, may come from a source not located on the object.
Subclass:
11
Having altitude control structure:
This subclass is indented under subclass 7. Subject matter
including means for varying the vertical elevation of the
object above a ground surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
9 for altitude control structure for an article completely
supported by a rotating tether, arm, or suspending structure
and which carries its own propulsion means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 31+
for a child restrained, tethered, toy aircraft having a
tether manipulated control or mechanism.
Subclass:
12
Article travels over stationary track or platform:
This subclass is indented under subclass 6. Subject matter
wherein the object follows a circuitous path along a
relatively static, underlying guide rail or floor supporting
surface area of the apparatus.
Subclass:
13
Marine:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus carries a person or
object on or through water.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
441, Buoys, Rafts, and Aquatic Devices, particularly
subclasses 55+ for an aid for increasing user swimming
stroke efficiency and subclasses 65+ for water skimming or
walking device propelled by a user or an external agent,
e.g., a boat, etc.
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclasses 55+ for
apparatus used to condition or develop a muscle of a swimmer,
subclass 71 for apparatus used to condition or develop a
muscle used while a skier is being towed, and subclasses 72+
for apparatus used to condition or develop a muscle used when
rowing a boat.
Subclass:
14
Occupant propelled:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein a person carried on the circuitous path apparatus
physically causes circuitous movement to occur.
(1) Note. Merely switching on or adjusting electrical,
hydraulic, or other controls for a motorized roundabout is
not considered to be occupant propulsion for this subclass.
If plural circuitous paths are followed, the occupant need
only cause circuitous movement about one of the paths.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
5 for an occupant propelled seesaw which operates drive
structure to help maintain circuitous motion of a
roundabout.
Subclass:
15
Trainer for foot travel (e.g., for walking, skating, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter
wherein the apparatus helps the circuitous movement causing
person to learn to locomote in a step by step manner over an
underlying surface area.
(1) Note. The person may be a baby, a novice, an invalid,
etc., learning or relearning how to walk, skate, etc. The
roundabout may be used to stabilize the person during the
learning process and may carry only a portion of the person's
weight, or may carry it only when the person falls, or begins
to fall. See the Search Note to Exercise Devices below.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, particularly subclass 62 for a railway
vehicle traveling along a fixed track and used for physical
training.
135, Tent, Canopy, Umbrella, or Cane, particularly subclasses
65+ for subject matter relating to a cane, stick, crutch,
or the like designed to aid in human locomotion and to
similar structure in umbrella shafts and swagger sticks when
useful for aiding human locomotion and subclass 67 for a
walker, per se, i.e., an aid to locomotion which is a free
standing support having two handles by which it is gripped
and is operated by lifting from, moving across and replacing
on the ground, floor, or the like and which does not have a
seat, path control or propulsion facilitating means, e.g.,
wheels, casters, etc.
280, Land Vehicles, particularly subclass 7.1 for a walker
vehicle propelled by a seated occupant and convertible to a
different device, e.g., a stroller, etc., subclasses 43+ for
a walker having retractable wheels, subclasses 87.021+ for a
wheeled walker propelled by the contact of a hand or foot of
a child with a surface over which the walker travels and that
is unrestricted as to path, except by a wheel or wheel
mounting, subclasses 200+ for a wheeled vehicle having other
types of positive propelling means, subclasses 809+ for a
skier or skater appliance or attachment including a hand held
ski pole and subclasses 841+ for skates and skis, per se.
Also see the below search note to Class 297.
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclasses 5+ for a
walker provided with a seat whereby the user may either stand
or sit. The seat may be occupied for resting between
successive exercise periods of walking, skiing, skating,
etc., and may include a mere recitation of wheels or running
gear. See the Class Definition and the Search notes
thereunder of Class 297 for the line between that class and
Class 280, Land Vehicles, regarding similar apparatus found
in those classes.
482, Exercise Devices, for similar art to this subclass (15)
where the person is not limited to following a circuitous
path; also see particularly subclasses 66+ for an occupant
propelled support frame having a movement facilitating
feature and subclass 69 for user translation apparatus which
suspends the occupant from above, e.g., by a body harness,
etc. See (1) Note, above.
Subclass:
16
Having carrier rotating about horizontal axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous movement causing person is borne along
on structure turning completely around an axial region which
is perpendicular to vertical, i.e., horizontal.
(1) Note. An angular transition to or from a loading or
unloading position is permitted provided the carrier rotates
about a horizontal axis thereafter.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
30 for a roundabout having a carrier rotating about both a
horizontal and a vertical axis and which is not occupant
propelled.
subclasses 44+ for a roundabout having a carrier rotating
about a horizontal axis and which is not occupant propelled,
e.g., a ferris wheel, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclass 144 for an
exercise device which may be used to suspend and invert a
person by partially rotating the person about a horizontal
axis.
Subclass:
17
And orthoganal axis intersecting therewith:
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Subject matter
wherein the person bearing structure also turns completely
around an additional axial region perpendicular to and
passing through the horizontal axial region.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
30 for a roundabout rotating about both a vertical axis and
horizontal axis, but not propelled by an occupant thereof.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclasses 144+ for an
exercise device used to suspend a user upside down but
intended to turn only partially about an axial region.
Subclass:
18
Having carrier rotating about stationary inclined axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous movement causing person is borne along
on structure turning completely around an axial region which
is statically positioned at a given, acute angle with respect
to vertical, i.e., inclined.
(1) Note. An angular transition to or from a loading or
unloading position is permitted provided the carrier rotates
about a stationary inclined axis thereafter.
Subclass:
19
By roundabout mounted drive structure used to maintain
motion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous movement causing person manipulates a
circuitous path apparatus supported, force transmitting
member to sustain the movement.
(1) Note. While the person may give a starting push to the
roundabout while standing on the ground and then jump onto
the roundabout, the drive structure enables the person to
propel the roundabout indefinitely thereafter without any
contact with the ground.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
5 for a seesaw operated drive structure which helps maintain
motion of the roundabout.
Subclass:
20
Occupant support pivotally suspended from above:
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous movement causing person is carried
upon structure hung below an axial region about which it may
swing.
(1) Note. The structure may be hung from a flaccid cable,
rope, etc., or a rigid rod, bar, etc., in a swinging manner
thus maintaining the person in a generally upright position
due to the effects of gravity thereon. While the occupant
support may swing radially outwardly under the influence of
centrifugal action, it is not required to do so to be proper
for this subclass.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
33 for a roundabout having a carrier rotating about a
vertical axis and which includes a suspended, swinging
carriage or support which follows a circular path under the
influence of centrifugal action.
subclasses 45+ for a roundabout having a carrier rotating
about a horizontal axis and which includes a suspended
occupant or article carriage, e.g., a ferris wheel, etc.
subclasses 118+ for a mechanically actuated oscillating
amusement type swing.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclasses 273+ for a
seat having an oscillating suspension means which supports,
or is supported by, a component other than the seat bottom,
e.g., by an armrest, back, etc.
Subclass:
21
Occupant bearing travel wheel driven by crank structure
(e.g., pedaled cycle, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous movement causing person is carried by
a rotating disk or rotating ring portion of the apparatus
which is caused to ride along the circuitous path by the
person rotating a force transmitting arm member, e.g., in the
manner of a pedaled bicycle, tricycle, etc.
(1) Note. While the travel wheel may not completely support
the occupant, it must substantially carry the weight of the
occupant to be proper for this subclass. The wheel may travel
over the ground or a floor, rail or other platform provided
for it.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
26 for a roundabout having a traveling wheel or roll without
force transmitting structure to drive it.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
74, Machine Element or Mechanism, particularly subclass 594.1
for crank and pedal structure.
280, Land Vehicles, particularly subclasses 259+ for a
wheeled land vehicle having a rotary crank powered drive
means.
Subclass:
22
Endless belt or chain:
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Subject matter
wherein the force transmitting member is a closed loop
arrangement formed from a flexible band, or a series of
connected, relatively rigid links.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
474, Endless Belt Power Transmission Systems or Components,
for a power transmission using an endless belt or chain drive
system.
Subclass:
23
Ratchet:
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Subject matter
wherein the force transmitting member is a toothed wheel
which interacts with a cooperating pawl engaging element.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
74, Machine Element or Mechanism, particularly subclasses
575+ for a rachet arrangement, per se.
Subclass:
24
Cooperating gears:
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Subject matter
wherein the force transmitting member is a rotatable toothed
body, i.e., a gear, which meshes with an interacting engaging
element, e.g., with another gear, a rack, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
74, Machine Element or Mechanism, particularly subclasses
640+ for gearing, per se.
Subclass:
25
Having hemispherically shaped base:
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus includes an
understructure generally configured in the form of a bottom
portion of a globe and used for supporting the circuitous
path apparatus upon a ground or floor surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 40+ for a roundabout having a carrier in the
form of a disk, ring, or bowl which rotates about a vertical
axis and which is not occupant propelled.
subclasses 95+ for a rockable animal simulation having
rider seat means and not intended for circuitous movement.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclasses 146+ for a
swivelled foot platform used to condition or develop a muscle
of a human user and which may have a hemispherically shaped
base.
Subclass:
26
Having traveling wheel or roll:
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus includes a ground or
floor riding ring, disk, or other curved, rotating body for
carrying the person along the circuitous path.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
21 for a roundabout having an occupant bearing travel wheel
driven by crank type force transmitting structure, e.g., a
pedaled cycle, etc.
Subclass:
27
Having occupant or article carriage mounted propulsion
means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus includes a person or
object supporting conveyance which has its own individual
energy source for causing movement of the person or object
along the circuitous path.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 8+ for a powered toy roundabout having an
article completely supported by a rotatably anchored tether,
arm, or suspending structure and carrying its own propulsion
means.
subclasses 19+ for occupant propelled drive structure used
to maintain motion of a roundabout.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, particularly subclasses 53+ for a powered
amusement railway vehicle which may propel itself along a
circuitous track.
180, Motor Vehicles, particularly subclass 2.1 for an
electrically driven, occupant controlled, freely movable
vehicle used for an amusement purpose, e.g., intended to
collide with another vehicle.
Subclass:
28
Having freely moving occupant or article carriage on turning
platform:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus includes an unattached,
readily relocatable, person or object supporting conveyance
for traveling on an underlying revolving floor structure.
(1) Note. While the occupant or article carriage is
unattached and freely moves along a circuitous path on the
turning platform, it may be confined by an enclosure, guide
rails, etc., to the extent necessary to prevent its falling
off of the platform or to direct its movement along a certain
path.
Subclass:
29
Having carrier rotating about vertical axis (e.g.,
merry-go-round, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus includes person or
object bearing structure turning completely around an
upright, i.e., vertical, axial region.
(1) Note. The vertical axis must remain vertical during
routine operation of the roundabout. An axis which changes
its angular position with respect to vertical and merely
passes through a vertical position is, therefore, excluded.
An angular transition to or from a loading or unloading
position is permitted provided the roundabout turns about a
vertical axis thereafter.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
47 for a roundabout having a carrier rotating about an axis
having a changing position with respect to vertical during
routine operation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), particularly
subclass 65 for a major section of a static structure which
is rotatable about a vertical axis, e.g., a revolving
building section, etc.
104, Railways, particularly subclass 75 for an amusement
railway in which a car carried on a railway truck assembly
rotates about a vertical axis.
Subclass:
30
And about horizontal axis (e.g., turntable supported ferris
wheel, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Subject matter
wherein the person or object bearing structure also turns
completely around an axial region perpendicular to vertical,
i.e., horizontal.
(1) Note. To be proper for this subclass the roundabout must
be intended to carry the person or object completely around
about both axes. A roundabout rotating completely about a
vertical axis but only oscillating about a horizontal axis,
for example, is found elsewhere under subclass 29.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
17 for an occupant propelled roundabout having a carrier
rotating about both a horizontal axis and an orthoganal axis
intersecting therewith.
subclasses 45+ for a roundabout having a carrier rotating
about a horizontal axis and which includes a suspended
occupant or article carriage, e.g., a ferris wheel, etc.
Subclass:
31
About plural discrete, vertical axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Subject matter
wherein the person or object bearing structure turns
completely around more than one separate, upright, i.e.,
vertical, axial region.
Subclass:
32
Suspended occupant or article carriage type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Subject matter
wherein the person or object bearing structure utilizes a
hanging conveyance to support the person or object.
(1) Note. The suspended occupant or article carriage
maintains a generally upright position due to the effects of
gravity thereon.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 7+ for a powered toy roundabout having an
article completely supported by a rotating tether, arm, or
suspending structure.
27 for an occupant or article carriage having its own
propulsion means and which may be suspended.
subclasses 45+ for a roundabout having a carrier rotating
about a horizontal axis and which includes a suspended
occupant or article carriage, e.g., a ferris wheel, etc.
Subclass:
33
Circularly traveling, centrifugal swing:
This subclass is indented under subclass 32. Subject matter
wherein the hanging conveyance follows an annular circuitous
path while freely pivoting radially outwardly due to movement
about the vertical axial region, i.e., under the influence of
centrifugal action.
(1) Note. The person or object bearing structure may employ
a flaccid cable, rope, etc., or a rigid rod, bar, etc.,
suspended to permit centrifugal swinging of the hanging
conveyance.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
20 for an occupant propelled roundabout having roundabout
mounted drive structure and an occupant support pivotally
suspended from above which may also swing radially outwardly
under the influence of centrifugal action, but is not
required to do so.
subclasses 118+ for a mechanically actuated oscillating
amusement type swing.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclasses 273+ for a
seat having an oscillating suspension means which supports,
or is supported by, a component other than the seat bottom,
e.g., by an armrest, back, etc.
Subclass:
34
Carriage moves repeatedly up and down:
This subclass is indented under subclass 32. Subject matter
wherein the hanging conveyance raises and lowers a plurality
of times while turning around the vertical axial region.
(1) Note. The up and down movement may be along a vertical
line, an elongated loop, etc., e.g., in the up and down
manner of a merry-go-round horse, etc. A rocking motion is
considered to raise and lower a person or object.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2 for structure which causes an entire roundabout to be
raised or lowered along a vertical path.
30 for a carrier rotating about a vertical and a horizontal
axis, e.g., a turntable supported ferris wheel, etc.
42 for a disk, ring, or bowl carrier having an occupant or
article carriage which moves up and down relative thereto.
Subclass:
35
Rotating platform:
This subclass is indented under subclass 32. Subject matter
wherein the hanging conveyance is a turning floor surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
34 for a carrier which rotates about a vertical axis and
includes an occupant or article carriage which oscillates up
and down and which may also have a revolving floor surface
associated therewith.
Subclass:
36
Using individual occupant or article carriage to ride on
stationary track or platform:
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Subject matter
wherein the person or object bearing structure utilizes a
distinct person or object supporting conveyance to move along
the circuitous path upon a static, underlying guide rail or
floor surface.
(1) Note. While the carrier may carry plural occupants or
articles on each carriage thereon, a disk, ring, or bowl type
carrier which rotates as a whole about its central axis on a
stationary track or platform is not considered proper for
this subclass.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 40+ for a disk, ring, or bowl carrier which may
rotate as a whole about its central axis on a stationary
track or platform.
43 for an occupant or article carriage which rides on a
horizontally winding track or platform.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, particularly subclasses 53+ for a powered
amusement railway vehicle which may propel itself along a
circuitous track.
Subclass:
37
Vertically undulating track or platform:
This subclass is indented under subclass 36. Subject matter
wherein the rail or floor surface rises and falls in a
wavelike manner along its length.
(1) Note. The vertical undulating track or platform causes
the occupant or article carriage riding thereon to likewise
rise and fall as it travels therealong. The undulations of
the track or platform may vary in amplitude or frequency.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
34 for a suspended occupant or article carriage which moves
up and down, e.g., in the up and down manner of a
merry-go-round horse, etc., as it moves about a vertical
axis.
43 for an occupant or article carriage which rides on a
horizontally winding track or platform.
Subclass:
38
Outwardly varying path:
This subclass is indented under subclass 36. Subject matter
wherein the distinct person or object supporting conveyance
moves along a circuitous path which follows a laterally
changing alignment with respect to the vertical axial
region.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
43 for an occupant or article carriage which rides on a
horizontally winding track or platform but not rotate about a
vertical axis.
Subclass:
39
Using cantilevered arm arrangement to repeatedly move
occupant or article up and down:
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Subject matter
wherein the person or object bearing structure utilizes a
projecting beam mechanism mounted for turning near one end
and directly supporting the person or object near its other
unsupported end in order to raise and lower the person or
object a plurality of times as the projecting beam mechanism
turns about the vertical axial region.
(1) Note. The cantilevered arm arrangement may consist of a
single beam or a plurality of beams, trusses, etc., arranged
to individually support a person or object.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2 for structure which causes an entire roundabout to be
raised or lowered along a vertical path.
30 for a carrier rotating about a vertical and a horizontal
axis, e.g., a turntable supported ferris wheel, etc.
34 for a suspended carriage moving repeatedly up and down
while rotating about a vertical axis.
42 for a disk, ring, or bowl carrier having an occupant or
article carriage which moves up and down relative thereto.
Subclass:
40
Disk, ring, or bowl:
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Subject matter
wherein the person or object bearing structure is a circular,
generally flat platform, i.e., a disk or ring, or is a
generally hemispherical, conical, or cylindrical
configuration, i.e., a bowl, which underlies and supports the
person or object as it turns about its central axis.
(1) Note. The disk, ring, or bowl may directly, or
indirectly (i.e., through an occupant or article carriage
thereon), carry, or assist in carrying, the occupant or
object along the circuitous path.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
25 for an occupant propelled roundabout having a
hemispherically shaped base.
28 for a roundabout having a freely moving occupant or
article carriage on an underlying turning platform.
35 for a carrier having a suspended occupant or article
carriage consisting of a rotating platform.
Subclass:
41
Concentric arrangement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 40. Subject matter
wherein the disk, ring, or bowl is surrounded by another
disk, ring, or bowl sharing a common vertical axial region.
(1) Note. The concentric arrangement includes disks, rings,
bowls, or a mixture thereof, which may rotate in different
directions, elevations, or at different speeds relative to
each other or which may slightly overlap in a radial
direction.
Subclass:
42
Employing occupant or article carriage moving repeatedly up
and down:
This subclass is indented under subclass 40. Subject matter
wherein the turning disk, ring, or bowl utilizes a person or
object supporting conveyance which raises and lowers the
person or object a plurality of times relative to the disk,
ring, or platform.
(1) Note. The up and down movement may be along a vertical
line, an elongated loop, etc., e.g., in the up and down
manner of a merry-go-round horse, etc. A rocking motion is
considered to raise and lower a person or object. A rotating
disk, ring, or bowl which is raised and lowered as a complete
unit is found elsewhere under subclass 40.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2 for structure which causes an entire roundabout to be
raised or lowered along a vertical path.
34 for a roundabout having a suspended occupant or article
carriage which moves up and down.
Subclass:
43
Occupant or article carriage follows stationary, horizontally
winding, track or platform:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus consists of person or
object supporting conveyance which travels along a static,
laterally meandering, guide rail or floor surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
38 for a roundabout carrier rotating about a vertical axis
and using an individual occupant or article carriage riding
on a stationary track or platform while following an
outwardly varying path.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, particularly subclasses 63+ for an amusement
railway vehicle which may propel itself along a tortuous
circuitous alignment.
Subclass:
44
Having carrier rotating about horizontal axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus includes person or
object bearing structure turning completely around an axial
region which is perpendicular to vertical, i.e., horizontal.
(1) Note. The horizontal axis must remain horizontal during
routine operation of the roundabout. An axis which changes
its angular position with respect to vertical and merely
passes through a horizontal position is, therefore, excluded.
An angular transition to or from a loading or unloading
position is permitted provided the carrier rotates about a
horizontal axis thereafter.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
47 for a carrier which rotates about an axis having a
changing angular position with respect to vertical during
regular operation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, particularly subclass 76 for an amusement
railway in which a car carried on a railway truck assembly
rotates about a horizontal axis.
Subclass:
45
Having suspended occupant or article carriage (e.g., ferris
wheel, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 44. Subject matter
wherein the person or object bearing structure includes a
person or object supporting conveyance hanging therefrom.
(1) Note. The suspended occupant or article carriage may be
hung from a flaccid cable, rope, etc., or a rigid rod, bar,
etc., in a swinging manner thus maintaining the person in a
generally upright position due to the effects of gravity
thereon.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
20 for a roundabout having occupant propelled drive
structure mounted thereon along with a pivotally suspended
occupant support.
30 for a roundabout having a carrier which rotates about
both a vertical and a horizontal axis, e.g., a turntable
supported ferris wheel, etc.
subclasses 32+ for a roundabout having a carrier which
rotates about a vertical axis and which includes a suspended
occupant or article carriage and particularly subclass 33 for
a centrifugal swing traveling along a circular path.
Subclass:
46
About plural discrete, horizontal axes:
This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Subject matter
wherein the person or object bearing structure turns
completely about more than one separate, horizontal axial
region.
Subclass:
47
Having carrier rotating about an axis having varying angular
orientation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter
wherein the circuitous path apparatus includes person or
object bearing structure turning completely around an axial
region which has a changing angular position with respect to
vertical during use.
(1) Note. An axis which varies its angular position with
respect to vertical only during a transition to or from a
loading or unloading position, but remains at a constant
orientation thereafter is excluded from this subclass.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 29+ for a roundabout having a carrier which
rotates about a vertical axis during regular operation but
which may change its angular orientation during a transition
to or from a loading or unloading position.
subclasses 44+ for a roundabout having a carrier which
rotates about a horizontal axis during regular operation but
which may change its angular orientation during a transition
to or from a loading or unloading position.
Subclass:
48
WALKWAY HAVING MOVABLE FLOOR OR STAIR STEP:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device either (a) comprising the surface of a room,
hallway, or other passageway over which a person may walk and
wherein at least a portion of the surface rotates,
reciprocates, vibrates, collapses, or otherwise moves beneath
the feet of the person so as to make walking over the surface
difficult for the person; or (b) comprising a series of steps
forming a stairway over which a person may walk and wherein
at least one of the treads or at least a portion of a tread
of the stairway vibrates, collapses under the weight of the
person, or otherwise moves beneath the feet of the person so
as to make walking up or down the stairway difficult for the
person.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), particularly
subclass 65 for a floor or floor section of a building which
is rotatable about a vertical axis, subclass 71 for a
building floor structure composed of hingedly connected
sections, subclass 183 for a building stair structure
composed of interconnected, relatively movable components,
and subclasses 184+ for a building stair structure with an
additional building feature.
Subclass:
49
PARACHUTE-DROP SIMULATOR:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device intended to allow the user of the device to
experience a sensation of retarded descent to the ground in a
manner similar to that experienced by a parachutist who is
making a parachute jump using a real parachute.
(1) Note. Some of the devices in this subclass either have a
canopy similar in appearance to that of a conventional
parachute or which function in much the same manner as a
conventional parachute. But in either case, the devices in
this subclass are generally incapable of being used by a
parachutist to jump out of a flying aerial vehicle nor are
they intended to be used for such purpose.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
137 for an amusement device intended to simulate a free fall
to the ground.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, appropriate subclasses for elevator of general
utility.
244, Aeronautics, subclasses 142+ for a parachute, per se.
Subclass:
50
HAVING TRIP-RELEASE SUPPORTING PERSON AGAINST GRAVITY:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising a movable or collapsible means
for supporting the weight of a person against the force due
to gravity and further comprising a trippable or releasable
lock or latch means for holding the person-supporting means
against movement due to gravity; so that, when the weight of
a person is supported by the support means and subsequently
the lock or latch means is tripped or released, the support
means drops, falls, or collapses from a position in which it
supports the weight of the person to a position in which it
no longer supports the weight of the person thereby allowing
the person to fall.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
48 for an amusement device in the form of a walkway having a
collapsible floor or floor section or a collapsible stair
step, which device may have a trip-release mechanism
associated therewith.
49 for an amusement device intended to simulate a parachute
jump out of a flying aerial vehicle, which device may have a
trip-release mechanism associated therewith.
51 for various types of amusement devices intended to
perpetrate a practical joke on an unsuspecting person.
Subclass:
51
FOR PERPETRATING PRACTICAL JOKE OR INITIATION CEREMONY:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising an apparently well-known and
apparently innocuous device which operates or appears to
operate in a well-known manner; which device, however,
further includes a hidden function for producing a surprising
or unexpected effect or sensation (in the nature of a gag or
practical joke) upon an unsuspecting person (i.e., upon a
person unacquainted with the hidden function of the device)
who attempts to examine or use the device in the conventional
manner for which it appears to be intended.
(1) Note. The surprising or unexpected effect or sensation
is usually in the nature of a mischievous trick played on an
unsuspecting person to cause him to feel embarrassment or
indignity to the amusement of onlookers.
(2) Note. Also included herein is a device particularly
adapted for use in ceremonies for initiating candidates for
membership into secret societies, clubs, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
50 for an amusement device having a trip-release means for
supporting the weight of a person, which device may include a
trip-release means of the type which is released unbeknownst
to the person, thereby surprising the unsuspecting person
when he or she falls.
subclasses 57+ for an amusement device for creating an
illusion in the mind of either the user or the observer of
the device.
Subclass:
52
Unexpectedly expels fluid or powder (e.g., into face of
victim, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Amusement device
wherein the surprising or unexpected effect or sensation
produced by the device includes a forcible propulsion of a
liquid, gas, or pulverulent material into the atmosphere.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
222, Dispensing, subclass 79 for a water gun which may
unexpectedly expel fluid.
Subclass:
53
And produces unexpected noise:
This subclass is indented under subclass 52. Amusement device
which produces an additional surprising or unexpected effect
or sensation in the form of a loud, harsh, or detonating
sound.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
56 for a practical joke or initiation device which produces
an unexpected noise.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, subclasses 398+ for a
detonating device which may unexpectedly detonate and which
is intended for use by a child.
Subclass:
54
Unexpectedly falls apart or projects movable or free part:
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Amusement device
wherein the surprising or unexpected effect or sensation
produced by the device either (a) includes the device
unexpectedly coming apart into plural component portions when
the person attempts to use the device in the manner for which
it appears to be intended; or (b) includes means to
unexpectedly eject or extend a movable portion of the device
outwardly relative to the rest of the device.
(1) Note. The movable part may either be attached or
unattached to the rest of the device when it is ejected or
extended.
Subclass:
55
User contacted by attached projected part:
This subclass is indented under subclass 54. Amusement device
wherein the movable portion is connected to the rest of the
device and remains so connected whenever it is unexpectedly
ejected or extended; and wherein the movable portion, upon
its being ejected or extended, unexpectedly touches or
otherwise engages the person unacquainted with the device
whenever the person attempts to use or operate the device in
the manner for which it appears to be intended.
Subclass:
56
Produces unexpected noise, vibration, or electric shock:
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Amusement device
wherein the surprising or unexpected effect or sensation
produced by the device is in the form of (a) a loud, harsh,
or detonating sound; (b) small, rapid back and forth motions
or oscillations of at least a portion of the device; or (c)
an electric current passed through at least a portion of the
body of the person unacquainted with the device.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
53 for a practical joke or initiation device which
unexpectedly expels fluid or powder and which also produces
an unexpected noise.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, subclasses 398+ for a
detonating device which may unexpectedly detonate and which
is intended for use by a child.
Subclass:
57
ILLUSION OR STAGE DEVICE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device which is either (a) intended to deceive a
person into believing, either by giving the person a physical
sensation or a visual impression, that an event or an
occurrence is real or is actually occurring when, in reality,
the event or occurrence is not real or actually occurring; or
(b) intended to be used on a means forming a performing area
(i.e., on the stage of a theater) in order to facilitate the
presentation of a theatrical performance.
(1) Note. Since an amusement device intended to cause an
illusion in the mind of a user or viewer of the device may or
may not be intended to be used on a theatrical stage, a
document directed to a specific illusion-causing device
provided for in any of subclasses 58 through 74 indented
hereunder will be found in one of subclasses 58 through 74
regardless of whether or not the illusion device is intended
to be used on the stage of a theater. On the other hand,
subclasses 75 through 84 indented hereunder will take a
document directed to an amusement device intended to be used
on the stage of a theater regardless of whether or not the
device is also intended to cause an illusion in the mind of a
person and provided the specific illusion caused by the
device has not been provided for in any one of subclasses 58
through 74.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
2, Apparel, appropriate subclasses for a costume or mask
intended to be worn by an actor, particularly subclass 206
for a mask providing a false face for the wearer thereof.
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, appropriate subclasses
for a sign, exhibit, or other display device of that class
which may also be amusing in nature to perform its function
of attracting and holding the attention of an observer;
especially subclasses 409+ for an attention attracting
display device having free article movement (e.g., a snowfall
simulator, etc.,); subclasses 411+ for a three-dimensional
movable figure display device; subclasses 421+ for a
two-dimensional movable figure display device; subclasses
427+ for an attention attracting display device having
special effects as, for example, a display device which
includes means to convey to the observer an illusion of
movement of an object such as falling snow or water or
flickering fire light; subclasses 446+ for a changing
exhibitor type of display device; and subclasses 538+ for a
dummy display device for attracting and holding the attention
of a viewer in the form of an imitation article including a
figure.
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), particularly
subclasses 6+ for a building structure or physical
arrangement relating to a means forming the locus of a center
of attraction, e.g., a theatrical stage or a means forming a
performing area of a stadium, auditorium, or studio including
a movable theatrical stage. Also see the Search Class notes
under subclass 75 indented hereunder.
104, Railways, subclasses 82-86 for an amusement railway
device involving an illusion.
352, Optics: Motion Pictures, subclasses 85+ for an
apparatus for producing a special illusionary effect for
motion pictures.
Subclass:
58
Alternative scenes provided by reflection from and
transmission through transparent mirror:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the device includes a semitransparent reflective
member which is capable of passing therethrough a light image
of an illuminated first object or scene located behind it to
an observer located substantially in front of it, and also
capable of reflecting from its front surface a light image of
an illuminated second object or scene located substantially
in front of the member but off to the side of the observer
and hidden from the direct view of the observer; and wherein
the illusionary effect is created by operation of a control
means (a) to selectively either permit or prevent ambient or
artificial light to illuminate the first object or scene so
that its image passes through the member to be seen by the
observer, and (b) to selectively either permit or prevent
ambient or artificial light to illuminate the second object
or scene so that the reflection of it may be seen by the
observer.
(1) Note. The "object" which may be illuminated and thereby
viewed by an observer or audience may be a person. Further,
the illumination of the first object or scene and the
illumination of the second object or scene usually occurs
alternately and in succession.
(2) Note. The illusion-creating devices included here are
capable of providing such transition effects as wipes and
dissolving views, the appearance and disappearance of objects
or scenes, the fading out or transformation of one object or
scene into another object or scene, the illusion of different
objects appearing to be in the same place (e.g., as appearing
together on the same stage) whereas, in actuality the objects
are located in different places, and the illusion of an
object being in motion whereas, in actuality, it is at rest.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
63 for an amusement device in which an illusion is created
by a mirror.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, subclasses 442+ for
a similar display device intended to attract and hold the
attention of an observer by creating an illusion, and in
which the illusion created may also be amusing or
entertaining. A device which is disclosed both for use as a
display device and for use as an amusement or entertainment
device is properly classifiable in subclasses 442+ of Class
40.
352, Optics: Motion Pictures, particularly subclass 91 for a
device for producing transition effects (e.g., wipes and
dissolves) for the production of motion pictures.
Subclass:
59
Person experiences illusion of being in motion (e.g., travel
simulation, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the device is specifically intended to deceive a
person into believing that he or she is taking a trip (e.g.,
the person believes he or she is traveling in a vehicle) or
is otherwise moving (e.g., the person believes he or she is
swinging on a swing) whereas, in actuality, the person is not
taking a trip or traveling or otherwise moving in the manner
that he or she believes.
(1) Note. In order for the device to be classified here, the
device must be of the type which attempts to make a person
truly believe that it is he, himself, or she, herself, who is
taking the trip or is otherwise in motion. A device in which
a person or an audience observes another person who appears
to be traveling (e.g., an actor who appears to be traveling
in an automobile on a theater stage) is not properly
classifiable here. Also, a device upon which a person
pretends that he is traveling (e.g., a child sitting in or
upon a simulated horse or vehicle which rocks back and forth)
is merely pretense and not true deception and is,
accordingly, not properly classifiable here.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
130 for an amusement device which simulates an aerial or
space vehicle or which simulates the movement thereof, but in
which a person is not truly deceived into believing that he
or she is actually traveling in such simulated vehicle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclasses 82-85 for an amusement railway
device for simulating a trip.
434, Education and Demonstration, subclasses 29+ for a
device which instructs or tests a person in the operation of
a vehicle (e.g., a flight simulator, etc.).
482, Exercise Devices, subclasses 51+ for an exercise
device involving user translation or physical simulation
thereof (e.g., a bicycle, skiing, surfboarding simulator,
etc.).
Subclass:
60
By use of video or projected picture:
This subclass is indented under subclass 59. Amusement device
wherein the device which causes a person to believe that he
or she is in motion further includes either (a) a means for
projecting upon a screen or other viewing surface a visual
image of scenery which has been previously produced upon film
or transparencies, or (b) a means for producing upon a
television screen or other viewing surface a visual image of
scenery which is being or has been produced by television;
whereby the image of scenery is intended to be viewed by a
person so as to further enhance the illusion of the person
being in motion.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
61 for a device which utilizes a video or projected picture
to produce a visual illusion but in which the illusion is not
intended to deceive a person into believing he or she is in
motion and see the Search notes appended thereto.
Subclass:
61
Illusion caused by video, projected picture, or special light
effect:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the device which causes the deception includes (a) a
means for projecting upon a screen or other viewing surface a
visual image which has been previously produced upon film or
transparencies; (b) a means for producing upon a television
screen or other viewing surface a visual image which is being
or has been produced by television; or (c) a means for
producing and presenting to a person a peculiar, deceptive,
or unusual visual image, which image relies upon light being
produced, controlled, or used in a manner other than for mere
illumination of an object or scene.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
60 for a device which utilizes a video or projected picture
to produce a visual illusion but in which the illusion is
specifically intended to further deceive a person into
believing he or she is in motion (e.g., the person believes
he or she is taking a trip). The devices in subclass 60
include other means to cause a person to experience an
illusion of being in motion (e.g., the person is an occupant
of a simulated vehicle) in addition to the video or projected
picture means which further enhance the illusion.
65 for a device for creating an illusion by visually
imitating an event which occurs in nature (e.g., an imitation
of the sun or moon rising or setting).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
352, Optics: Motion Pictures, appropriate subclasses for a
motion picture projector, particularly subclasses 85+ for
an apparatus for producing special illusionary special
effects for motion pictures and subclasses 198+ for
projection light sources used in the production of motion
pictures.
353, Optics: Image Projectors, appropriate subclasses for an
image projector and particularly subclass 28 for a projector
which projects an image on or near a real object.
362, Illumination, appropriate subclasses for a lighting
device in general, and particularly subclass 84 for a
lighting device or support therefor combined with a separate
luminescent material, subclasses 145+ for a lighting device
or support therefor combined with a static structure (e.g.,
arena lighting), and subclasses 230+ for decorative
lighting.
Subclass:
62
Maze or labyrinth:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the device creating the deception comprises an
intricate, usually confusing, network of interconnecting
passageways or pathways, some of which are blind and at least
one leads to a goal (e.g., the goal might be to get out of
the network); whereby a person enters the network of
passageways and tries to reach the goal.
Subclass:
63
Illusion caused by mirror:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
in which the illusion created by the device is visual and is
effected by the use of a reflective member.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
58 for a device for creating an illusion in which a
transparent reflective member is used to visually present
alternative scenes or objects to an observer.
62 for a device for creating an illusion in which one or
more reflective members may be used.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
359, Optics: Systems (Including Communication) and Elements,
appropriate subclasses, particularly subclasses 364+ for a
compound lens system including one or more curved reflective
imaging elements and subclasses 838+ for a mirror, per se.
And see (1) Note under subclass 838 of Class 359.
Subclass:
64
Illusion caused by sound imitation or effect:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the device for creating an illusion includes a means
to simulate the natural sound of some animal, object, or
event.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
98 for a device in the form of a rockable animal simulation
which has a rider seat (e.g., a rocking horse, etc.) and
which includes animal sound simulation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
352, Optics: Motion Pictures, particularly subclasses 3+
for a sound stage, method, or accessory therefor which is
used in the production of motion pictures.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 297+
for a figure toy having sounding means and subclasses 397+
for a toy device having means to generate sound and see the
Search notes under subclass 397.
623, Prosthesis (i.e., Artificial Body Members), Parts
Thereof, or Aids and Accessories Therefor, subclass 9 for an
artificial larynx.
Subclass:
65
Illusion caused by visual imitation of event occurring in
nature (e.g., rain, snow, fire, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusionary effect produced by the device is a
simulation, which can be seen by a person, of an occurrence
or phenomenon that is naturally produced or naturally exists
in the external world; and wherein the means for producing
the simulation is hidden from the person.
(1) Note. The phenomenon or occurrence can be any one of a
wide variety of events found in nature as, for example, rain,
snow, fire, a tornado, a hurricane, a waterfall, a rainbow,
the rising or the setting of the sun or moon, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
61 for a device which produces an illusion which simulates
an event that occurs naturally in nature, which device uses
either a projected picture or special light effect.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
40, Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, particularly
subclasses 409+ for an attention attracting display device
which may be amusing in nature and which has free article
movement (e.g., a snowfall simulator, etc.,); and subclasses
427+ for an attention attracting display device having
special effects as, for example, a display device which
includes means to convey to the observer an illusion of
movement of an object such as falling snow or water or
flickering fire light.
352, Optics: Motion Pictures, particularly subclasses 85+
for an apparatus for producing a special illusionary effect
for the production of motion pictures.
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, subclasses 13+
for exhibiting apparatus which are encased or enclosed and
which contain a product of nature or a replica thereof.
Subclass:
66
Pyrotechnic display:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
in which the illusion is effected by a firework or other
similar device designed to burn, explode, or otherwise
produce a flame so as to produce a spectacular visual effect
to an observer.
Subclass:
67
Simulation of self-propelled object in liquid filled
container (e.g., Cartesian diver):
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusion created by the device involves an
imitative representation of an article apparently moving
under its own power through a fluid medium (other than a gas)
that is held within a receptacle, whereby the actual power
for the movement of the article is not apparent to a person
observing the movement.
(1) Note. The devices included here are commonly called
Cartesian divers. The movement of the object through the
liquid is generally caused by (a) pressure changes applied to
the liquid within the container, (b) pressure changes within
the object, or (c) density changes of the object relative to
the surrounding liquid.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
273, Amusement Devices: Games, subclasses 457+ for an
amusement device which operates by use of the Cartesian diver
principle and which is used to play a game.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, subclasses 153+ for an
aquatic toy device intended to be used by a child, and
particularly subclasses 156+ for such an aquatic toy device
in which a figure is apparently propelled through water by a
propulsion means.
Subclass:
68
Illusion caused by apparent levitation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusion created by the device involves an object
or a person being apparently suspended in mid air without any
visible means of support, whereby the actual means supporting
the object or person is not apparent to a person observing
the illusion.
Subclass:
69
Illusion caused by apparent penetration or severance:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusionary effect created by the device is the
result of a deceptive visual impression of either (a) an
article being passed into or through a relatively dense,
visibly impervious object or person without any disruption to
the surface of the object or person, whereby the means
creating the deception is not apparent to a person observing
the effect; or (b) an object or a person being divided or
separated into two or more parts, whereby the means creating
the deception is not apparent to a person observing the
effect.
Subclass:
70
Illusion caused by simulation of or attachment to human body
part:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusion created by the device involves the
device being either (a) an imitative representation of a
portion of the anatomy of a human being, or (b) an imitative
representation of an article which is specially configured or
adapted to be connected to or mounted on a portion of the
anatomy of a human being; whereby, the imitative
representation, when presented or used in the manner
intended, is intended to deceive or trick a person observing
it.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
133 for an amusement device which is body attached, worn, or
carried; which device does not constitute a means for
creating an illusion in the mind of a person observing it in
use.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
434, Education and Demonstration, particularly subclasses
262+ for a device intended to instruct, or demonstrate to,
a person a portion of the human anatomy.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, appropriate subclasses for a
toy device intended for use by a child and which simulates a
portion of an animate being.
623, Prosthesis (i.e., Artificial Body Members), Parts
Thereof, or Aids and Accessories Therefor, appropriate
subclasses for an artificial human body part, per se, which
part is not intended to be used for amusement purposes.
Subclass:
71
Illusion caused by apparent appearance or disappearance:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusionary effect created by the device involves
an object or person either materializing into, or vanishing
from, the view of an observer in a manner not apparent to the
observer.
Subclass:
72
Illusion caused by apparent change in color, printed matter,
surface texture, or rigidity:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusionary effect created by the device involves
(a) altering the external hue of an article, (b) altering the
indicia located on the surface of an article so that the new
indicia convey different information (e.g., a strip of
newspaper having newsprint thereon is transformed into paper
monetary currency), (c) altering the structural appearance of
the surface (other than hue, shape, or form) of an article,
or (d) altering the structural stiffness of an article;
whereby the means by which the device alters the article is
not apparent to a person observing the transformation.
(1) Note. The indicia (i.e., the printed matter) located on
an article may take any form. For example, the indicia may be
embossed or engraved on the article rather than being merely
printed thereon. The information conveyed by the indicia to a
person viewing it may also take any form. For example, the
indicia on an article may denote the function of the article
(e.g., the indicia on a piece of paper may denote it as being
an item of paper monetary currency or as a grocery shopping
list).
Subclass:
73
Card trick illusion:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusionary effect created by the device involves
a magical trick or astonishing feat being performed by a
person who is using what appears to be a deck of conventional
playing cards, whereby the means by which the trick or feat
is performed is not apparent to a person observing the
illusion.
(1) Note. The devices included in this subclass are
generally of two types. In one type, an actual deck of
conventional playing cards is used or manipulated by the
device to perform magical tricks or astonishing feats with
the conventional cards; but either the device itself is
hidden from the observer, or the device is in view but keeps
the manner of how it performs its trick or feat with the
cards hidden from the observer. In the other type, the deck
of playing cards appears to be quite conventional to an
observer, but the cards have been either physically altered
or altered in the number of cards, arrangement of the suits,
etc., in a manner not detectable by the observer.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
69 71, or 72 above for other types of devices creating an
illusionary effect in which playing cards may be used.
Subclass:
74
Illusion caused by abnormal interior building structure
appearing normal:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
wherein the illusionary effect created by the device involves
a person entering into the inner portion (e.g., a furnished
room) of an apparently conventionally constructed
architectural housing arrangement (i.e., a building); and the
person either physically experiences (e.g., the person has
difficulty walking across the floor of a room) or visually
observes (e.g., the person observes water running uphill) an
event or an occurrence that, in his mind, cannot be possible;
whereby the person experiencing or observing the illusion is
unaware that the construction of the housing arrangement has
been modified or altered to create the illusion.
(1) Note. An example of a type of modified building
structure included here would be an interior room of an
otherwise conventionally built house having its floor sloped
(i.e., forming an angle relative to the plane of the
horizon), its ceiling conventionally parallel to the floor,
and its walls conventionally at right angles to the floor.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
48 for an amusement device comprising a walkway having a
movable floor or stair step, which device generally includes
some building structure, and see the Search Class note
thereunder.
136 for an amusement building structure or a part thereof,
which building structure does not create an illusionary
effect, and see the Notes thereunder.
Subclass:
75
Stage apparatus or setting:
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Amusement device
which is specifically adapted for, and intended to be used
on, a means forming the locus of a performing area (i.e.,
adapted for and used on the stage of a theater) in order to
contribute to, enhance, or facilitate the presentation of a
performance.
(1) Note. Examples of devices included in this and the
indented subclasses include devices commonly called stage
appliances; stage settings (or sets, for short); stage
scenery; stage properties (or props, for short); and the
apparatus for either supporting or manipulating the scenery,
the properties, the performers, or the stage curtains.
(2) Note. Class 52 takes building structure related to a
means forming the locus of a center of attraction, per se.
For example, Class 52 takes the constructional details
relating to a means forming a performing area (e.g., a stage
of a theater). Class 472 takes devices which are intended to
be used on a means forming the locus of a center of
attraction, which devices are intended to contribute to,
enhance, or facilitate the presentation of an attraction
taking place on the center of attraction. For example, Class
472 takes such devices as stage scenery, settings,
properties, and the devices for supporting or manipulating
such scenery, settings, or properties; whereby such devices
are intended to be used on a performing area (e.g., the stage
of a theater) so as to contribute to, enhance, or facilitate
the presentation of a performance taking place on the
performing area (e.g., the stage). Class 472 also includes
building structure related to a means forming the locus of a
center of attraction (e.g., the stage of a theater) which is
combined with the additional means (e.g., stage settings,
properties, etc.,) which contribute to, enhance, or
facilitate the presentation of an attraction (e.g., a stage
performance). And see the Search Class note below for
examples of the types of stage construction (e.g., a movable,
foldable, or collapsible stage) that Class 52 provides for.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 57+ particularly subclasses 57 through 73 above
for an amusement device specifically intended to create an
illusionary effect in the mind of a person either using it or
observing it, some of which devices are adapted to be used on
a stage; and see particularly the Notes under subclass 57
above.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), particularly
subclasses 6+ for a building structure related to a means
forming the locus of a center of attraction (e.g., a means
forming a performing area or the stage of a theater), per se;
subclass 7 for a movable stage; appropriate subclasses for a
floor structure which may be usable as a stage, especially
subclass 65 for a floor or floor section of a building which
is rotatable about a vertical axis, subclass 71 for a floor
structure composed of hingedly connected sections, and
subclasses 262+ for a floor supported on vertical structures.
Also see the Search Class note under subclass 6.
Subclass:
76
Having rapid movement:
This subclass is indented under subclass 75. Amusement device
wherein the stage apparatus or setting includes means to
permit a person, animal, imitation vehicle, or other object
on the stage to appear, to an audience viewing the stage, to
travel or otherwise move at an apparently rapid pace during a
performance.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclass 83 for an imitation amusement
railway vehicle which simulates rapid movement.
Subclass:
77
Shifting scenery or curtain:
This subclass is indented under subclass 75. Amusement device
wherein the stage apparatus or setting includes a movable
stage scenery element; or includes a means to move or
relocate a movable stage scenery element, drape, or screen.
(1) Note. Included in this and the indented subclasses are
stage apparatus for moving or relocating a stage drape (i.e.,
a stage curtain) or an image projection screen for a motion
picture projector. However, this class (472) does not provide
for a stage curtain, per se, nor does it provide for an image
projection screen, per se. See the Search Class notes below
for the location of such devices.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
160, Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel,
appropriate subclasses for a stage curtain, per se.
359, Optics: Systems (Including Communication) and Elements,
subclasses 443+ for an image projection screen, per se.
Subclass:
78
Hoisting apparatus:
This subclass is indented under subclass 77. Amusement device
wherein the means to move or relocate a movable stage scenery
element, drape, or screen comprises a mechanically operated
means to raise, lower, rearrange, or otherwise move the stage
scenery element, drape, or screen from one position to
another position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
77 for a movable stage scenery element which is merely
pulled or moved along a track.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclasses 264+ for apparatus for hauling or
hoisting a load including a driven device which contacts and
pulls on a cable.
Subclass:
79
Guide, brace, or clip:
This subclass is indented under subclass 77. Amusement device
wherein the means to move or relocate a movable stage scenery
element, drape, or screen includes (a) a means to control the
movement (e.g., a track) of a scenery element, drape, or
screen; (b) a means to secure or hold a scenery element,
drape, or screen in position; or (c) a means for gripping or
grasping a portion of a scenery element, drape, or screen so
as to secure that portion against movement.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., appropriate subclasses
for a clip or clasp per se, which has general utility.
Subclass:
80
Aerial suspension device:
This subclass is indented under subclass 75. Amusement device
wherein the stage apparatus includes a mechanical means for
freely hanging a performer or an object above the floor of
the stage.
Subclass:
81
Prop:
This subclass is indented under subclass 75. Amusement device
wherein the stage apparatus or setting consists of a
generally portable device commonly called a stage property
which is used to assist or enhance a performance on the
stage.
Subclass:
82
Tank:
This subclass is indented under subclass 81. Amusement device
wherein the stage property comprises a receptacle for
containing water or other liquid, whereby an aquatic act may
be performed on the stage.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
4, Baths, Closets, Sinks, and Spittoons, appropriate
subclasses for a water holding receptacle in general, and
particularly subclasses 488+ for a tub bath.
Subclass:
83
Simulates vehicle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 81. Amusement device
wherein the stage property is an imitative representation of
a mobile conveyance adapted to carry a person from one place
to another.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
130 for an amusement device which simulates an aircraft or
space vehicle, and see the Search Notes thereunder.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
114, Ships, appropriate subclasses for a marine vehicle in
general.
244, Aeronautics, appropriate subclasses for an aerial or
space vehicle in general.
280, Land Vehicles, appropriate subclasses for a land vehicle
in general.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, appropriate subclasses for a
toy device in the form of a simulated vehicle and which is
intended for use by a child.
Subclass:
84
Simulates animal:
This subclass is indented under subclass 81. Amusement device
wherein the stage property is an imitative representation of
an animate being other than a human being (i.e., a lower
animal).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclass 181 for a seat
device which simulates an animal.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 268+
for a toy device which simulates any animate being including
an animal, or which simulates a portion thereof, and wherein
the toy device is intended for use by a child.
Subclass:
85
RACETRACK:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising a specifically prepared or laid
out pathway or course used for a competition of speed between
opposing contestants thereon.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
49, Movable or Removable Closures, appropriate subclasses for
a starting closure (i.e., a starting gate) used on a
racetrack.
104, Railways, particularly subclass 60 for an amusement
railway device used for racing.
280, Land Vehicles, appropriate subclasses for a vehicle
which may be used for racing.
368, Horology: Time Measuring Systems or Devices,
particularly subclasses 89+ for a device for indicating the
time of duration of a particular event.
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, subclasses 17+
and 71 for pavement and road structure.
463, Amusement Devices: Games, subclass 6 and 58+ for a
simulated racing game.
482, Exercise Devices, subclasses 14+ for track or field
sport apparatus used by a human being, particularly
subclasses 15+ for jumping, vaulting, or hurdling apparatus
and subclass 19 for a starting block for a runner.
Subclass:
86
For nonhuman animal (e.g., horse racetrack, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Amusement device
wherein at least one of the contestants is an animate being
other than a human (i.e., a lower animal).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
119, Animal Husbandry, particularly subclasses 416+ for an
animal confining or housing device, especially subclasses
423+ thereunder for a starting gate used for starting an
animal race when only so much of the course construction is
claimed as is necessary to position or install the animal
controlling elements; and subclasses 701, 702+, and 712+ for
a device for breaking, training, or exercising an animal
(e.g., a steeplechase device).
Subclass:
87
For dog:
This subclass is indented under subclass 86. Amusement device
wherein the animal contestant is a canine type of animal.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, particularly subclasses 89+ for a suspended
railway device and subclasses 118+ for a monorail railway
device, each of which devices may be a lure carrier used for
a dog race.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, particularly subclasses 141+
for a monorail carrier and subclasses 148+ for a suspended
carrier, each of which devices may be a lure carrier used for
a dog race.
Subclass:
88
SURFACE FOR WHEELED OR GLIDING VEHICLE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising an underlying floor or ground
riding surface having an upper surface which is specifically
adapted and intended to support and be slidably or rollingly
engaged by a mobile person-carrying conveyance which travels
or coasts on a wheel or runner type support member over the
surface.
(1) Note. A wheeled or runner type vehicle, per se, is
excluded from this Class entirely. See the Search Class note
to Class 280 below. However, a wheeled or runner type vehicle
claimed in combination with structure of a surface
specifically constructed and designed for use by such a
vehicle is proper for classification here.
(2) Note. Some of the devices included here are slides and
chutes which are, at least in part, inclined and which are to
be slid, coasted, or rolled down by a person riding in or on
a vehicle which is adapted for such use and which is acted
upon either by the influence of gravity or of inertia. If the
device classifiable here is a slide or chute, water or other
means may be used on the upper surface thereof to reduce
friction between the person-carrying vehicle and the slide
support surface.
(3) Note. For a document to be included here, the surface
must either be claimed, per se, or claimed in combination
with the vehicle used therewith. Any device within which or
upon which a person rides is sufficient to enable
classification of the surface slidably or rollingly engaged
thereby, even if the vehicle device is a mere mat upon which
a person rides. However, the clothing the person may be
wearing is not considered to be a vehicle for classification
here. A slide of the type in which the body of a person
engages the slidable surface either directly or through the
medium of clothing is considered a body slide and is,
accordingly, properly classifiable elsewhere in this class
(472). See the Search This Class, Subclass notes below.
(4) Note. Since a document may or may not claim the
person-carrying vehicle in combination with the surface
otherwise classifiable here, any disclosure that a person can
ride in or upon a vehicle (even if it is only a mat) is
sufficient to place the document here, rather than in
subclasses 116+ below. Again see the Search Note to subclass
116+ below.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 85+ for an amusement racetrack having a surface
designed for competitive racing of wheeled or gliding
vehicles.
subclasses 116+ for an amusement body slide in which there
is no disclosure of a person riding down the slide on a mat
or other vehicle. If there is any disclosure whatsoever of a
person being able to coast down the slide riding in or upon a
vehicle (even if it is only a mat) then classification in
subclasses (88+) is proper. And see especially the Notes
under subclasses 116+ below. Also see (3) Note above.
subclasses 128+ for an amusement aquatic device which may
support the body of a person thereon, and see the Search
notes thereunder for the location of an aquatic device which
may carry a person over the surface of a body of water (e.g.,
a water ski, surfboard, etc.).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, particularly subclasses 53+ for an amusement
railway device for use with a passenger-carrying vehicle in
general, and subclasses 69+ for an amusement railway device
in the form of a chute intended for use with a
passenger-carrying vehicle.
193, Conveyors, Chutes, Skids, Guides, and Ways, subclasses
2+ for a chute down which material may pass under the
influence of gravity.
280, Land Vehicles, appropriate subclasses for a land vehicle
within which or upon which a person rides in general,
particularly subclasses 29+ for a wheeled vehicle,
subclasses 841+ for a foot-attached vehicle (e.g., a ski,
roller skate, ice skate, etc.), and subclasses 845+ for a
runner type vehicle (e.g., a sled, toboggan, etc.).
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, particularly
subclasses 17+ and 71 for pavement and road structure.
441, Buoys, Rafts, and Aquatic Devices, particularly
subclasses 65+ for a water skimming vehicle device to allow
a person to glide over the surface of a body of water (e.g.,
a water ski, surfboard, etc.).
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclasses 51+ for an
exercise device which simulates user translation (e.g., a
skiing or surfboarding simulator).
Subclass:
89
For wheeled vehicle (e.g., for bicycle, roller skate, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 88. Amusement device
wherein the surface is specifically adapted and intended to
support and be rollingly engaged by a mobile, person-carrying
conveyance having a wheel type support member upon which it
rolls over the surface.
(1) Note. Generally, the surfaces found here include
bicycle, motorcycle, or automobile tracks; and roller skating
or skateboarding rinks or tracks.
Subclass:
90
For foot-attached gliding vehicle (e.g., ski slide, ice
skating surface, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 88. Amusement device
wherein the surface is specifically adapted and intended to
support and be slidably engaged by a mobile, person-carrying
conveyance having a runner type support member upon which it
slides or coasts over the surface, which conveyance being of
the type which is affixed to a foot of the person riding it.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
88 for a surface over which a person slides or coasts while
riding upon a sled or toboggan type of vehicle, and see the
Search notes thereunder.
89 for a surface over which a person travels while riding
upon a foot-attached roller skate type of vehicle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
62, Refrigeration, particularly subclass 235 for an ice
skating rink.
473, Games Using Tangible Projectile, for apparatus relating
to the game of hockey, particularly subclasses 415+, 560+,
570, and 588.
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, particularly
subclasses 32+ for a rubber or rubber-like pavement
structure and subclasses 34+ for a module or block type
pavement structure including portable mat type.
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, particularly
subclasses 15+ for an artificial grass surface, per se.
441, Buoys, Rafts, and Aquatic Devices, particularly
subclasses 68+ for a foot-attached, water ski type vehicle
adapted to glide or skim over the surface of a body of
water.
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclass 70 and 71 for
an exercise device which simulates Nordic, Alpine, or towed
skiing.
Subclass:
91
Surface moves as a whole or comprises rotatable or rollable
elements:
This subclass is indented under subclass 90. Amusement device
wherein the underlying floor or ground riding surface
translates as a unit (e.g., an endless movable belt) or
consists of a plurality of turnable or revolvable components
(e.g., revolvable rollers, balls, brushes, or ball bearings
revolvable in sockets, etc.).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
193, Conveyors, Chutes, Skids, Guides, and Ways, particularly
subclasses 35+ for a conveyor consisting of a series of
rollers.
198, Conveyors: Power Driven, appropriate subclasses for a
power driven, endless-belt type conveyor.
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclass 54 for a
treadmill exercise device used for conditioning or developing
a muscle of a human user as he or she walks or runs thereon.
Subclass:
92
SURFACE OR ENCLOSURE FOR ATHLETIC OR EXHIBITION EVENT (E.G.,
ARENA, TRACK, COURT, PLAYING FIELD, etc.):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising an underlying floor or ground
surface or comprising a laterally confining structure
generally intended to surround such floor or ground surface
(e.g., walls, ropes, netting, etc.); which floor or ground
structure or laterally confining structure is specifically
intended to define an area (e.g., a performing or exhibiting
area) which is to be used for a sporting or displaying
purpose by an athlete, contestant, or an exhibitor.
(1) Note. A surface or enclosure proper hereunder is only
involved with the immediate confines of the area upon which a
sporting or displaying event occurs (e.g., the area
constituting the center of attraction, per se) and does not
include other building, stadium, arena, etc., structure such
as bleachers, refrigeration means for ice rinks, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 85+ for a racetrack which may constitute a
center of attraction wherein competitions of speed between
opposing contestants may be held for the amusement or
entertainment of spectators.
subclasses 88+ for a surface for a wheeled or gliding
vehicle, which surface may constitute a center of attraction
wherein sporting, recreational, or exhibition events may be
held for the amusement or entertainment of spectators; and
see the Notes thereunder.
136 for a building or part thereof used for an amusement,
entertainment, or recreation purpose and see the Search notes
thereunder.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), particularly
subclasses 6+ for a stadium or other building structure
specialized to the presentation of an attraction or
accommodation of an audience group; such building structure
including (a) an arrangement of seats or slopes relative to
the center of attraction (e.g., relative to the performing
area), (b) a structure having means peculiar to the
accommodation of the audience, or (c) a stage, screen, or
area of activities which aid in the presentation of or serves
as the locus of the center of attraction.
119, Animal Husbandry, particularly subclasses 416+ for a
device which is specialized for the confining or housing of
animals and subclasses 700, 701, 702+, and 712+ for a device
specialized for the breaking, training, or exercising of
animals.
368, Horology: Time Measuring Systems or Devices,
particularly subclasses 89+ for a time interval device for
indicating the time of duration of a particular event or for
indicating the time upon termination of a predetermined time
period.
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, particularly
subclasses 17+ and 71 for pavement and road structure; and
especially subclasses 32+ for a rubber or rubber-like
pavement structure and subclasses 34+ for a module or block
type pavement structure including portable mat type.
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, particularly
subclasses 15+ for an artificial grass surface, per se.
473, Games Using Tangible Projectile, for a game court (e.g.,
a tennis, basketball, volleyball, wallball court, etc.) or
for an athletic or sports playing field (e.g., a baseball,
football, or soccer field, golf course, hockey field, or
rink, etc.), which court or field being used to play a game
or sport in which a tangible projectile is used.
Subclass:
93
Fight ring:
This subclass is indented under subclass 92. Amusement device
wherein the underlying floor or ground surface or laterally
confining structure is specifically adapted to support or
confine opposing contestants as they battle with one
another.
Subclass:
94
Walled enclosure (e.g., racquetball or paddle tennis court,
etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 92. Amusement device
wherein the laterally confining structure comprises a
generally upright barrier.
(1) Note. The walled enclosure may include wire type netting
structure to form a wire cage.
(2) Note. The walled enclosure may merely prevent a ball,
puck, etc., from leaving its confines during an athletic
event or may be used as a deflecting surface as part of the
rules of a sporting contest. If used for an exhibition
purpose, it may be used to confine the exhibits or
contestants (e.g., dangerous animals, etc.), or to keep an
audience away from the exhibits or contestants.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
256, Fences, appropriate subclasses for an upright building
structure commonly called a fence.
Subclass:
95
ROCKABLE ANIMAL SIMULATION HAVING RIDER SEAT MEANS (E.G.,
ROCKING HORSE, ETC.):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device in which the device is an imitative
representation of an animate being other than a human being
(i.e., a lower animal) or is an imitative representation of a
part of such an animate being; which animal representation
includes means to receive a person in a sitting position
thereon (e.g., a seat); and wherein the device further
includes means to cause or to permit rocking, bouncing, or
oscillatory movement of the animal representation, a part
thereof, or at least the seat means thereof; whereby the
rocking, bouncing, or oscillatory motion of the animal
representation is intended to be similar to the natural
motion that the person would experience in riding the actual
animal that is represented.
(1) Note. A seat which is detached from the simulated
animal, as in the simulation of a horse-drawn cart, is
included here.
(2) Note. A device which can move or translate over the
ground or a floor surface is excluded from these subclasses
and, in fact, is excluded from this class. Such a device
which can move or translate over the land or a floor is
provided for in the vehicle classes as, for example, in Class
280, Land Vehicles.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
135 for an occupant operated rocking, oscillating, or
bouncing amusement device which does not simulate an animal.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclass 61 for an amusement railway device
which simulates horseback riding.
280, Land Vehicles, particularly subclass 1.13 and 1.22+ for
a land vehicle which simulates a figure as, for example, a
horse, etc.
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclass 181 for a seat
device which simulates a horse, other animal, vehicle, plant,
or the like; subclasses 195.1+ for a straddle type seat
device (e.g., a saddle) which may rock, bounce, or oscillate;
subclasses 258.1+ for a seat device provided with rockers;
and subclasses 285+ for a seat device (e.g., a baby jumper)
in which the back is resilient or is resiliently mounted or
the back is mounted to another seat component, as a bottom,
which component is resiliently mounted, whereby the movement
of the seat or the back is in response to the movement of the
occupant of the seat, especially subclass 299 wherein the
seat comprises a fabric one-piece resiliently supported
bottom and back. The devices in subclass 181 have merely
simulation and the devices in subclasses 195.1+, 258+, and
285+ have merely rocking, bouncing, or oscillatory motion,
with no other amusement feature.
Subclass:
96
With power or externally operated rocking means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 95. Amusement device
wherein the rocking movement of the animal simulation is
caused by means of a power driven actuating mechanism or by a
means actuated by other than the rider or occupant seated on
the animal simulation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
128, Surgery, subclass 33 for a chair, couch, or other
support for moving the body in treatment thereof.
Subclass:
97
Motor operated (e.g., mechanical bull, etc.):
This subclass is indented under subclass 96. Amusement device
wherein the rocking movement of the animal simulation is
caused by means of a power driven actuating mechanism.
Subclass:
98
Having animal sound simulation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 95. Amusement device
wherein the rockable animal simulation further includes a
means for producing a noise or sound which is intended to be
imitative or characteristic of the noise or sound that the
actual animal would usually make (e.g., the snort, whinny,
hoof beats, etc., of a horse).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 297+
for a figure toy having sounding means and subclasses 397+
for a toy device having means to generate sound and see the
Search notes under subclass 397.
Subclass:
99
Having relatively movable animal part:
This subclass is indented under subclass 95. Amusement device
wherein a portion of the body (e.g., the head, tail, etc.,)
of the rockable animal simulation either moves or is capable
of being moved relative to the rest of the body of the
simulation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 268+
for a figure toy which may have one or more movable body
parts.
Subclass:
100
Having safety feature:
This subclass is indented under subclass 95. Amusement device
wherein the rockable animal simulation includes a means for
protecting or preventing the person riding the simulation
from injury, harm, or danger.
Subclass:
101
Combined with disparate device:
This subclass is indented under subclass 95. Amusement device
wherein the rockable animal simulation is connected to or
includes structure (e.g., a water pistol, table, etc.) not
commonly associated with such a rockable animal simulation.
Subclass:
102
Having arcuate rocking base:
This subclass is indented under subclass 95. Amusement device
in which the rockable animal simulation is mounted upon a
floor-contacting support which is convexed, hemispherical, or
otherwise curved upwardly on its floor-contacting surface, so
that the animal simulation may rock back and forth in a
manner similar to that of a rocker type chair.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
114 for a seesaw which is mounted upon an arcuate rocker
base.
135 for an occupant operated rocking or oscillating
amusement device which does not simulate an animal and which
may have a hemispherical or other arcuate type of base.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclass 247 for plural
related seats mounted on rockers and subclasses 258.1+ for a
rocker mounted seat.
Subclass:
103
Having spring support:
This subclass is indented under subclass 95. Amusement device
wherein the rockable animal simulation, a part thereof, or at
least the seat portion thereof is mounted upon resilient
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclass 195.1 for a
straddle type seat device (e.g., a saddle) supported by
spring means of various types.
Subclass:
104
Coiled type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 103. Amusement
device wherein the resilient means is in the form of a
helical or spirally wound resilient element.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclasses 208+ for a
straddle type seat device (e.g., a saddle) which is
coil-spring mounted.
Subclass:
105
Plural coiled springs:
This subclass is indented under subclass 104. Amusement
device wherein the resilient means includes at least two
helical or spirally wound resilient elements.
Subclass:
106
SEESAW:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising an elongated member which is
fulcrumed intermediate its ends about a transverse horizontal
axis for vertical up and down movement of its ends, and
wherein at least one of its ends thereof is intended to carry
a person for riding thereon, so that the person may also be
moved vertically up and down about the transverse horizontal
axis while riding on the end of the elongated member.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 4+ for a seesaw, the ends of which are also
capable of rotating or otherwise moving in a circuitous path
360 degrees about a different (usually vertical) axis.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclass 79 for an amusement railway vehicle
adapted to travel back and forth along a seesaw track and
subclass 80 in which a wheeled railway vehicle is propelled
along a track by means of a teetering seesaw member mounted
on the vehicle.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, subclasses 322+ for a toy
seesaw having a figure simulation mounted on at least one of
its ends for up and down movement thereof.
Subclass:
107
Motor operated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device wherein the up and down movement of the seesaw is
caused by means of a power driven actuating mechanism.
Subclass:
108
Foot, hand, or seat operated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device wherein the up and down movement of the seesaw is
caused by a means actuated by either the foot or the hand of
the rider or caused by actuation of a means for receiving the
weight of the rider in a sitting position.
Subclass:
109
Having safety feature:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device wherein the seesaw includes a means for protecting the
person riding on the seesaw from injury, harm, or danger.
Subclass:
110
One person type:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device in which the seesaw is provided with a seat for
receiving the weight of a person in a sitting position upon
only one end thereof, and wherein the seesaw further includes
a means acting upon the other end thereof to resist the
motion of the other end while the person is riding the first
end.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, particularly subclasses 371+ for a stand
having a supporting surface at the end of a pivoted arm,
subclasses 580+ for a tilting support surface biased by a
resilient means to a predetermined position, and subclasses
592+ for a support having a resilient means which acts
through an arm or lever.
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclass 195.1 for a
straddle type seat (e.g., a saddle) which may rock, bounce,
or oscillate; especially subclass 196 for a saddle type seat
mounted on a cantilevered leaf spring; and subclasses 313+
for a seat mounted on the free end of an arm for resisted
tilting movement about a pivot.
Subclass:
111
Having horizontally maintained seat:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device wherein the seesaw includes a means for receiving the
weight of a rider in a sitting position thereon (i.e., a
chair or seat), and wherein the seesaw further includes a
means for automatically keeping the rider sitting means level
relative to the horizon during the up and down movement of
the ends of the seesaw.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
114, Ships, subclasses 191+ for a self-leveling article of
furniture intended for use on a ship, particularly subclass
194 for a chair which is self-leveling during the rolling and
tossing motions of a ship.
248, Supports, particularly subclass 182.1 for a
self-leveling article support in general.
Subclass:
112
Having counterbalance means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device wherein the seesaw includes a means to balance the
ends of the elongated member upon its fulcrum point so that
persons of varying weights may ride upon the ends of the
elongated member.
(1) Note. Several examples of the types of means for
balancing a seesaw may be a weight means which is mounted to
and shiftable along the length of the seesaw so as to change
the length of the lever arm, a plurality of weight elements
which may be added to or removed from one or more points
along the length of the seesaw, a seat means which is mounted
to and shiftable along the length of the seesaw so as to
change the length of the lever arm, or the fulcrum point of
the seesaw may be shiftable along the length of the seesaw so
as to change the length of the lever arm.
Subclass:
113
Spring assisted:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device wherein the seesaw includes a resilient means for
aiding the up and down motion of the seesaw.
Subclass:
114
Having arcuate base:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device in which the seesaw is mounted at substantially
intermediate its ends upon a floor-contacting support which
is convexed, hemispherical, or otherwise curved upwardly on
its floor-contacting surface, so that the seesaw may rock
back and forth in a manner similar to that of a rocker type
chair.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
102 for a rockable animal simulation having a rider seat
means which is mounted upon an arcuate rocker base.
135 for an occupant operated rocking or oscillating
amusement device which may have a hemispherical or other
arcuate type of base.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclass 247 for plural
related seats mounted on rockers and subclasses 258.1+ for a
rocker mounted seat.
Subclass:
115
Collapsible:
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Amusement
device wherein the seesaw includes specific means to enable
it to be folded up, knocked down into its component parts, or
otherwise taken apart, so that the volume taken up by the
seesaw may be reduced in order to provide, for example, for
storage or portability of the seesaw.
Subclass:
116
BODY SLIDE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising an inclined surface which is
specifically adapted to receive the body of a person thereon
so that the person may coast down the inclined surface under
the influence of gravity.
(1) Note. These subclasses do not include an amusement slide
device of the type in which a person rides down the slide
surface either located within or mounted upon a vehicular
type of device. An amusement slide device of the type in
which a person rides down the slide within or upon a vehicle
(e.g., within a toboggan, on a mat or sled, or upon skis or
skates, etc.) is provided for elsewhere in this class (472).
A disclosure that a person may coast down an amusement slide
while merely sitting down upon a mat is sufficient for
placement elsewhere. See Search This Class, Subclass notes
below
(2) Note. The clothing that a person is wearing while
coasting down a body slide (e.g., a bathing suit or clothing
a child may be wearing at a playground body slide) is not
considered to be a vehicle type device. Accordingly, a slide
device in which the body of a person engages the slide
surface through the medium of clothing is properly
classifiable here in these subclasses (116+) as a body
slide.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 88+ for an amusement device in which a person is
intended to coast down an inclined surface using a vehicle,
particularly subclass 88 for slide down which a person is
intended to ride in a toboggan or upon a sled or mat means. A
disclosure that a person may coast down an amusement slide
while merely sitting down upon a mat is sufficient for
placement here. See (1) and (2) Note above.
subclasses 90+ for a ski slide or chute down which a person
is intended to coast using a foot-attached vehicle such as a
ski or skate.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
104, Railways, subclasses 69+ for an amusement railway
device in the form of a chute intended for use with a
passenger-carrying vehicle.
182, Fire Escape, Ladder, or Scaffold, subclasses 48+ for
an escape chute combined with a means utilizable by a person
(e.g., a handrail or ladder) or with a means to sustain life
(e.g., ventilation means).
193, Conveyors, Chutes, Skids, Guides, and Ways, subclasses
2+ for a chute down which material may pass under the
influence of gravity.
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, subclasses 17+
and 71 for pavement and road structure.
Subclass:
117
Water slide:
This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Amusement
device including means to provide water upon the inclined
surface in order to lubricate the surface, whereby a person
may more easily coast down the surface.
Subclass:
118
SWING:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising a suspended surface for seating
an occupant, which surface oscillates (i.e., moves
to-and-fro) either irregularly or as a result of actuation by
a mechanical means.
(1) Note. Class 472 takes a swing (a) if it has an irregular
oscillation or has a compound or erratic movement; (b) if the
oscillation is effected by a mechanical means (i.e., effected
by a motor or an actuator operated by a person); or (c) if
the oscillatory suspender is connected only to the bottom
component of the seat without passing through an armrest.
Class 297 takes a swing (a) if it is intended to be generally
constrained to oscillate in a single plane with no compound
or erratic movement; (b) if the oscillatory suspender is
connected to and supports any component of a seat other than
the bottom component (e.g., the suspender connected to the
back, the armrest, or to side structure extending upwardly
from the bottom of the seat); or (c) if the oscillatory
suspender is connected to the bottom of the seat but also
passes through the armrest thereof.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
5, Beds, subclasses 124+ for a couch hammock type swing and
subclasses 127+ for a support for a couch hammock.
248, Supports, subclasses 127+ for a stand, per se, or in
combination with a mere oscillatable suspended platform;
subclasses 317+ for a mere horizontal support and suspension
means therefor; and see particularly subclass 370 for a stand
having dependent oscillating links which carry a support
surface.
297, Chairs and Seats, subclasses 232+ for plural related
seats mounted to permit oscillatory motion for the occupants;
and particularly subclasses 245+ for seats pivotally
interconnected by a common footrest, the actuation of which
causes the seats to oscillate; subclasses 273+ for a seat
having an oscillating suspension means which supports or is
supported by a component other than the bottom, e.g., an
armrest or back; and particularly subclasses 274+ for a baby
jumper type suspended oscillator.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, subclass 323 for a toy swing
having a figure simulation mounted on the seat of the swing
for oscillatory movement thereof.
Subclass:
119
Motor operated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 118. Amusement
device wherein the oscillation of the swing is effected by
means of a power driven actuating mechanism.
Subclass:
120
Having hand and foot operator:
This subclass is indented under subclass 118. Amusement
device wherein the oscillation is effected by cojoined means
actuated by the hand and foot of the occupant or by either
the hand or the foot of the occupant.
Subclass:
121
Having hand operator:
This subclass is indented under subclass 118. Amusement
device wherein the oscillation is effected by a means
actuated by the hand of the occupant.
Subclass:
122
Cable grasp:
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Amusement
device wherein the hand actuated means is in the nature of a
flexible element (e.g., a rope).
Subclass:
123
Pulley mounted:
This subclass is indented under subclass 122. Amusement
device wherein the flexible element moves over a sheave.
Subclass:
124
Having foot operator with separate suspender:
This subclass is indented under subclass 118. Amusement
device wherein the oscillation is effected by an actuator to
which normally a force is applied by a foot; which actuator
is suspended by means independent of the means which suspends
the seating surface.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, subclasses 245+ for a lawn swing
provided with opposed seats and a common footrest suspended
from a component of the swing or from the means which
suspends the swing, and subclasses 273+ for a
footrest-equipped swing in which the suspending means for the
swing is connected to or through the arm, back or footrest.
Subclass:
125
For plural occupants:
This subclass is indented under subclass 118. Amusement
device either (a) which includes at least two distinct
surfaces suspended for oscillation, each surface being
capable of receiving an occupant in a seated position; or (b)
the surface suspended for oscillation includes means for
receiving at least two occupants in a seated position.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, subclasses 232+ for plural related
seats mounted to permit oscillatory motion for the
occupants.
Subclass:
126
SANDBOX TYPE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising a receptacle containing a
quantity of loose granular material intended to be used by a
child for recreational play.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, subclass 70 for a toy device
which is intended to be used by a child to manipulate or play
with sand as, for example, a toy shovel or pail or toy
devices for molding the sand into various constructions.
Subclass:
127
BODY-SUPPORTING SIMULATED LOG-ROLLING DEVICE (I.E., BIRLING
DEVICE):
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising a means specifically intended to
be an imitative representation of a length of tree trunk, and
wherein the tree trunk representation means is horizontally
disposed and is capable of supporting the weight of a person
in standing position thereon and is further capable of being
rotated about its longitudinal axis by the feet of the person
while the person is supported thereon.
(1) Note. The devices included in this subclass are commonly
called Birling devices and are intended to simulate the
practice of a person standing upon and rotating a log
floating in a body of water with his or her feet. This
subclass includes rotatable log-simulation devices of the
type used in a body of water and also types used on land, but
does not include a device which translates over a land
surface by rolling thereover. To be included in this
subclass, the movement of a rotatable log-simulation device
must generally be only one of rotation about its longitudinal
axis with little or no translation of its longitudinal axis.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 128+ for an aquatic amusement device in general,
particularly subclass 129 for a body-supporting buoyant
device, and see the Search Class notes thereunder.
Subclass:
128
AQUATIC:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device specifically adapted to be operated or used
by a person either upon or beneath the surface of a body of
water for the purpose of diversion, recreation, or
entertainment.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
405, Hydraulic and Earth Engineering, subclass 79 for wave
generators at an immobile location.
434, Education or Demonstration, subclasses 247+ for a
device intended to teach or instruct a person in performing a
physical activity as, for example, enabling a swimmer to
learn or improve his or her diving skills; and particularly
subclass 254 for enabling a person to learn or improve his or
her swimming skills.
441, Buoys, Rafts, and Aquatic Devices, appropriate
subclasses for an aquatic device in general; particularly
subclasses 129+ for a body-supporting buoyant device in
general. A buoyant device made to simulate an animal, fish,
fowl, etc., or any part thereof, where such simulation is
claimed, is proper for Class 472. However, where such
simulation is disclosed but not claimed, classification of
the buoyant device is proper for Class 441. See the (2) Note
under subclass 129 of Class 441 for a statement of this line.
Also see particularly subclasses 65+ for a surfboard,
aquaplane, or other device intended to be used for skimming
or walking on the surface of a body of water.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 153+
for an aquatic toy device intended to be used or operated by
a child for its amusement or recreation.
Subclass:
129
Body-supporting buoyant device:
This subclass is indented under subclass 128. Amusement
device wherein the aquatic device is specifically adapted to
float upon a body of water and is intended to keep a person
using or operating the device from sinking beneath the
surface of the water.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
127 for a body-supporting simulated log-rolling device which
may also be used in a body of water to support the user
thereof on the surface of the water.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
441, Buoys, Rafts, and Aquatic Devices, appropriate
subclasses for an aquatic device in general; particularly
subclasses 129+ for a body-supporting buoyant device in
general. A buoyant device made to simulate an animal, fish,
fowl, etc., or any part thereof, where such simulation is
claimed, is proper for Class 472. However, where such
simulation is disclosed but not claimed, classification of
the buoyant device is proper for Class 441. See the (2) Note
under subclass 129 of Class 441 for a statement of this
line.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, subclasses 153+ for an
aquatic toy device intended to be used or operated by a child
for its amusement or recreation, which device includes no
means for attaching to or supporting the body of the child.
Subclass:
130
SIMULATES AIRCRAFT OR SPACE VEHICLE OR SIMULATES THE MOVEMENT
THEREOF:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device wherein the device comprises a
nonaerodynamic imitative representation of the shape, form,
or movement of a mobile conveyance which is adapted to travel
through the air or outer space (e.g., an aerial vehicle,
spaceship, etc.); and wherein the imitative representation
includes means to receive a person therein or thereon.
(1) Note. The simulated aerial or space vehicle devices
included herein have no aerodynamic capabilities.
(2) Note. Most of the devices included here are intended to
receive a person within a simulated cockpit of the vehicle
represented and usually include a means to rock it back and
forth or to oscillate it, so that the person within the
device may experience movement or motions which are intended
to represent the movement or motions that the person would
experience if he or she were an occupant in an actual aerial
or space vehicle.
(3) Note. An amusement device which simulates an aerial or
space vehicle and which is also capable of translating (e.g.,
rolling, etc.) over a land or floor surface is excluded from
this subclass and also excluded from this class. See the
Search Class note to Land Vehicles.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
135 for an occupant operated device capable of being rocked
or oscillated in place by the occupant, the movement thereof
being generated by the occupant moving or shifting his body
about while occupying the device. Also see the Search Notes
thereunder for other rocking or oscillating devices.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
244, Aeronautics, appropriate subclasses, for an aerial or
space vehicle in general.
280, Land Vehicles, appropriate subclasses, for a land
vehicle in general and particularly subclass 1.12 and 1.21
for a wheeled simulation of an aircraft or space vehicle on
which a child sits. Also see the (3) Note above.
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclass 181 for a seat
device which simulates a vehicle such as an aircraft.
434, Education and Demonstration, particularly subclass 28
for a device for instructing or demonstrating to a person the
effect of wind upon the path of an aircraft, and subclasses
30+ for a device which instructs or tests a person in the
operation of a flight vehicle.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclass 7 for a
toy device for use by a child in which the toy device is a
simulation of a vehicle cockpit or of vehicle control,
subclasses 30+ for a tethered fixed-wing toy aircraft device,
subclasses 34+ for a toy device which is aerodynamically
supported or retarded, subclasses 88 and 93+ for a
construction toy device which may be assembled into an aerial
or space vehicle, subclasses 211+ for a jet-propelled toy
aircraft vehicle, subclass 225 for an inflatable toy device
which simulates an aerial or space vehicle, and especially
subclasses 230+ for an nonaerodynamic toy device which
simulates an aircraft or space vehicle.
Subclass:
131
OCCUPANT SUPPORT TRANSLATABLE ALONG VERTICAL PATH:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device wherein the device includes structure for
receiving and holding the body of a person therein or
thereupon and further includes means for rectilinearly
raising and lowering the receiving and holding structure
along a pathway perpendicular to the horizon, i.e., a
vertical pathway.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2 for an amusement roundabout combined with structure for
causing reciprocal translation of the roundabout as a unit
along a vertical path.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), for a portable or
skeleton type tower, per se, particularly subclasses 111+
for a shaft extensible by mechanical motive means, e.g., by a
motor, spring, pulley, crank, cable, etc., and subclasses
648.1+ for three-dimensional space-defining openwork.
182, Fire Escape, Ladder, or Scaffold, particularly
subclasses 141+ for an elevating or lowering workman
platform.
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, for elevator structure not specifically adapted for
amusement purposes.
Subclass:
132
OPERATED BY OR USING LIVE ANIMAL:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device wherein the device is specifically adapted
to be used in conjunction with an animate being other than a
human for the purpose of entertaining a person; and wherein
the device either (a) is actuated or otherwise used by the
animate being for entertainment purposes, or (b) manipulates
or controls the movement of the animate being for
entertainment purposes.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
119, Animal Husbandry, appropriate subclasses for the care or
training of live animals and particularly subclasses 712+
for a device intended to limit or restrain the free movement
of an animal.
Subclass:
133
BODY ATTACHED, WORN, OR CARRIED:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device which is specially configured or is provided
with means whereby the device may be connected to or
supported on a person.
(1) Note. This subclass includes an amusement device which
is attachable to the clothes of a person.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
70 for a means for producing an illusion in which the device
is attached to or simulates a human body part.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
2, Apparel, particularly subclasses 71+ for a head covering
in general, and especially subclass 206 for an ornamental
mask.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 26+
for a toy amusement device which is body-carried or worn by a
child and see the Search Class notes thereunder.
Subclass:
134
INFLATABLE OR PNEUMATIC:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device wherein either (a) the device comprises an
enclosure formed from elastic or pliant material and whose
shape is manifested by filling the enclosure with a gas; or
(b) the device utilizes a gas under pressure (i.e., a
compressed gas) for its operation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclass 2.11 for a
building structure which is shaped or strengthened by fluid
pressure.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, particularly subclasses 176+
for a toy device for use by a child which is operated by a
relatively moving fluid or pressure differential, especially
subclasses 180+ for such a toy device which includes a
variable-size fluid chamber to move fluid, and subclasses
220+ for a toy device for use by a child which is
inflatable.
Subclass:
135
OCCUPANT OPERATED ROCKING, OSCILLATING, OR BOUNCING DEVICE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device wherein the device includes means for
receiving and supporting the body of a person therein or
thereupon and further includes means to permit back and forth
rocking, up and down bouncing, or oscillatory movement of the
device; whereby the device is caused to rock, bounce or
oscillate in response to the person shifting or otherwise
moving his or her body about while being supported within or
upon the device.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 95+ for a rockable animal simulation having a
rider seat means, especially subclass 102 for a rockable
animal simulation mounted upon a hemispherical or other
rocker type base and see the Search Class notes thereunder.
110 for a one person type seesaw in which an occupant can
bounce up and down thereon.
114 for a seesaw mounted upon a hemispherical or other
rocker type base for rocking movement thereof.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, particularly subclass 195.1 for a
straddle type seat device (e.g., a saddle) which may rock,
bounce, or oscillate; subclass 247 for plural related seats
mounted on rockers; subclasses 258.1+ for a seat device
provided with rockers; and subclasses 285+ for a seat device
(e.g., a baby jumper) in which the back is resiliently
mounted (e.g., by being connected to a resiliently mounted
seat bottom), whereby the movement of the seat or back is in
response to the movement of the occupant of the seat.
Subclass:
136
BUILDING OR PART THEREOF:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device comprising an architectural housing
arrangement in which a human being may enter (i.e., a
building), or a portion thereof, which is intended to be used
solely for an amusement, entertainment, or recreational
purpose.
(1) Note. A building claimed in combination with additional
means which contributes to an amusement, entertainment, or
recreation purpose (e.g., in combination with scenery or
devices used by a speaker or artist, etc.) is proper for this
subclass even if the building alone has no other special
amusement, entertainment, or recreational aspect.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
74 for an illusionary device having abnormal interior
building structure which appears normal.
subclasses 92+ for an enclosure for an athletic or
exhibition event (e.g., an arena, track, court, playing
field, etc.).
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), for a general
purpose or multipurpose building not limited to an amusement,
entertainment, or recreational use.
135, Tent, Canopy, Umbrella, or Cane, particularly subclasses
87+ for a general purpose or multipurpose portable shelter
(i.e., a tent or canopy) not limited to an amusement,
entertainment, or recreational use.
Subclass:
137
MISCELLANEOUS:
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Amusement device which is not provided for under any of the
preceding.
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