Supports – Brackets – Specially mounted or attached
Reexamination Certificate
1999-06-28
2001-03-20
Ramirez, Ramon O. (Department: 3632)
Supports
Brackets
Specially mounted or attached
C248S230800, C248S291100
Reexamination Certificate
active
06202964
ABSTRACT:
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
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STATEMENT TO RIGHTS TO INVENTIONS MADE UNDER FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Not Applicable.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention
This invention generally relates to multi-purpose hangers and apparatus for hanging objects, and the like, and the methods of using same.
2. Background Information
Description of Related Art Including Information Disclosed Under 37 CFR 1.97 and 37 CFR 1.98
Devices for hanging objects have been developed and used for years. Most objects, such as clothing hangers, utilize a hook apparatus, as well as an outer framework. The hook apparatus connects to a reciprocal apparatus which permits the hanger to hang, while the outer framework holds the object, such as clothing. In the case of an apparatus of hanging plants or lanterns, a hook-type apparatus is usually supplied at one end, again, with a reciprocal apparatus which permits the hanger to hang, while extending therefrom is a framework which permits objects, such as a container containing a plant, or a lantern, to be disposed in the framework.
In some instances, it can be difficult, or inconvenient, to find a reciprocating apparatus in which to “hook” the hanger. In doors, the reciprocating apparatus must be installed in ceilings or walls. Outside, it can be difficult to find an acceptable “natural” reciprocating apparatus, such as a tree limb, at either the right height or the right location.
Therefore, there is a need felt within the art for a multi-purpose hanger which would permit a number of different objects to be hung from such a hanger, and in which it is easier to find and/or utilize an artificial or natural reciprocating apparatus in which to connect the multi-purpose hanger.
Further, there is a need felt in the art to provide an easy to use, adjustable hanger for indoor or outdoor use. Moreover, there is a need felt in the art to provide an easy to use, adjustable hanger for hanging objects outdoors, such as, but not by way of limitation, a plant in a container, birdseed, backpacks, lanterns, food, trash, party decorations, and the like. Such a device would be economical to manufacture and supply, easy for a user to use, relatively light weight, and would provide ease of control in raising and lowering the item being hung by a user.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
A multi-purpose hanger for connecting to a surface is disclosed. The multi-purpose hanger is formed from at least a connector member, at least one strap member, a hanger member, and an adjustable arm member. The connector member is connected to a surface via the strap member. The hanger member connects to and extends away from the connector member and the hanger member is adjustably positioned and held in the position via a connection between the hanger member, the adjustable arm member and the connector member.
In other configurations of the multi-purpose hanger, a strap member may not be needed. The hanger member and/or the adjustable arm member may be formed from telescoping parts. The configuration of the connector member may be flat, concave, convex, a ninety degree angle, or any combination thereof. The multi-purpose hanger may have a top portion, which may be square, round, or any operative configuration. The connector member has a plurality of elements, namely, notches, pegs, grooves and/or apertures, which hold the adjustable arm member in place once the unconnected end of the adjustable arm member is disposed adjacent at least one of the elements. This connection results in the placement of the hanger member as well. In an alternative, the hanger member may have a plurality of elements, namely, notches, pegs, grooves and/or apertures.
A method of connecting a multi-purpose hanger to a surface is also disclosed. In this method, a multi-purpose hanger is provided which has a connector member having at least one attachment element, and a hanger member pivotally connected to the connector member, the hanger member having an adjustable arm member. The connector member is disposed adjacent a surface such that the attachment element is disposed and positioned adjacent the surface. The attachment element is activated such that the connector member is held firmly against the surface. The hanger member is raised into a selected position, and the adjustable arm member is positioned to hold the hanger member in the selected position. The adjustable arm member is then connected to the connector member to hold the hanger member in the selected position.
It is an object of the present invention to provide an apparatus for hanging a number of different items, the apparatus which may be quickly and easily connected and disconnected to a number if different surfaces, i.e., round surfaces, flat surfaces, concave surfaces, convex surfaces, irregular surfaces, and/or any combination thereof. It is a goal of the present invention to provide a multi-purpose hanger which may be attached easily and quickly to living surfaces, such as, but not by way of limitation, a tree, or may be connected to artificial (non-living) surfaces, such as, but not by way of limitation, a post, a wall, and the like. It is an object of the present invention to provide a multi-purpose hanger that is relatively light weight and portable. It is a goal of the present invention to provide a multi-purpose hanger that can be easily moved, and contained in a backpack or daypack. It is an object of the present invention to provide a multi-purpose hanger that is formed such that it is easy for a smaller operator to position the apparatus on a surface, as well as easy for the operator to elevate the “arm” which holds an item, such as, for example, but not by way of limitation, a lantern, such that the item can easily be moved both above and below the operator's head. It is a goal of the present invention to provide a multi-purpose hanger which is easily and quickly connected to a surface and disconnected from a surface, all without causing any significant damage to the surface.
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Dunlap Codding & Rogers P.C.
Ramirez Ramon O.
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