Self-storing cord and hose reel assemblies
Patent 4384688 Issued on May 24, 1983. Estimated Expiration Date: 
May 26, 2001. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
May 26, 2001. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 2518071 2551149 2656991 2976374 3056863 3144218 3167160 3337695 3450369 3895764 InventorAssigneeApplicationNo. 06/266726 filed on 05/26/1981US Classes:242/378.2, End segment anchored191/12.2R, Reels242/379, Particular frame or frame carrier242/385.1Material movement responsive (e.g., window shade type)ExaminersPrimary: Jillions, John M.Attorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassesB65H 75/38 (20060101)B65H 75/44 (20060101) B65H 75/40 (20060101) G02B 6/36 (20060101) H02G 11/00 (20060101) H02G 11/02 (20060101) AbstractA reel for storing an extendable, retractable electrical power cord, signal cable or fluid conducting hose wherein electrical or fluid continuity is maintained throughout the process of storage and extension of the device without resort to the use of brushes, slip rings or relatively movable couplings. | |
