Aquarium accessory device

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2000-02-07

2001-12-25

Jordan, Charles T. (Department: 3644)

Animal husbandry

Aquatic animal culturing

Aquarium

C119S253000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06332430

ABSTRACT:

FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention substantially relates to devices that are used in conjunction with aquarium items. But more particularly pertains to a decorative accessory item that is removably positioned within an aquarium and functions as a blind for unsightly filters or heaters, etc. which become covered with algae.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Aquariums are popular for many reasons, as they not only provide a safe haven for fish but they serve as a most suitable means to display the inhabitants therein. Thus typical aquariums are made of glass, plastic, “PLEXIGLASS”, etc., so as to allow a person to easily watch the inhabitants without disrupting their lives. Therefore, it is a very important factor to maintain an aquarium in a clean condition, not only for good health of the inhabitants but also to provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance for viewers. Thus, most aquariums not only include the inhabitants, but they also include decorative items such as castles, rocks, plants, sunken ships, or the like.
Unfortunately, items situated within most aquariums become covered with algae and bacteria which tends to be most unsightly. Therefore, a caretaker of the aquarium must continually remove and clean the items and this tends to be very bothersome, irritating and extremely time consuming. This is especially true with regard to aeration devices such as filters, or devices used for controlling the temperature, such as heaters, both of which are typically used in aquariums. Unfortunately, removal of the entire device is usually necessary for cleaning, including any attached hoses or clamps, and this further complicates cleaning.
Therefore, the applicants contend that there is a great need for a device which would ease maintenance for a caretaker of an aquarium, and such a device should also be aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Furthermore, the device should be portable, easily installed or removed, and function substantially as an esthetically pleasing blind used for concealing unsightly items located within an aquarium.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide an aquarium accessory device that may be used to obscure from visual view an unsightly item located within an aquarium, such as a heater, a filter, or the like.
It is another object of the present invention to provide an aquarium accessory device which is of simple construction and economical to produce.
Yet another object of the present invention to provide an aquarium accessory device which includes a base that may be used to secure the device in place.
Also another object of the present invention to provide an aquarium accessory device which may include a weight located within the above noted base.
Still a further object of the present invention to provide an aquarium accessory device which may include removable items, such as plants, or a castle, etc.
Another very important object of the present invention to provide an aquarium accessory device that is easily removed for cleaning purposes.
Yet another object of the present invention to provide an aquarium accessory device having an internal compartment which is of a shape and size to slidably receive different decorative pictures therein. Also, if preferred each of the pictures may be reversible, having a different design on each opposing side.
Another object of the present invention to provide an aquarium accessory device which may be made from any suitable material of engineering choice, such as plastic, glass, PLEXIGLASS, etc, or even a combination of such materials.
Other objects and advantages will be seen when taken into consideration with the following specification and drawings.


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