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CLASS 52, | STATIC STRUCTURES (E.G., BUILDINGS) |
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SECTION I - CLASS DEFINITION
This is the residual class for static structures. It includes on site erected structures generally identified by terms such as: civil engineering, public works, shelter, housing, buildings or masts and other related components used in such structures, e.g., panels, beams, columns. etc. Also, included are selected structurally similar components, such as, table top panels, poles, posts, window sash elements or door panels even though not disclosed as specialized as components of a building structure. Also, are included processes, machines and implements used in the construction of such structures which are not elsewhere provided for.
SECTION II - SUBCLASS REFERENCES TO THE CURRENT CLASS
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| 27, | see the (1) Note, for exemplary classes and subclasses that provide for an article or article support installed in means forming an enclosure or part thereof. |
| 198, | see the search class reference to Class 454 for a ventilating structure with air directing or controlling features other than mere windows. |
| 204.1, | for a structure having defined structure outlining a passageway which traverses a barrier (e.g., wall), said passageway is designed for a means which allows access of light, air, people, or a pet and see the attached search notes to this subclass definition. |
SECTION III - REFERENCES TO OTHER CLASSES
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| 14, | Bridges, appropriate subclasses for nonmasonry or nonconcrete static structure specialized to carrying traffic across a space between supports. |
| 34, | Drying and Gas or Vapor Contact With Solids, appropriate subclasses, particularly subclasses 201+ for houses and kilns having means for drying and/or gas or vapor contact with solids, and subclass 237 for reticulated floors for distributing a drying medium. |
| 47, | Plant Husbandry, for buildings having features specialized to the care, treatment and support of the growth of plants. |
| 49, | Movable or Removable Closures, for closure panels mounted for movement or removal including support means for such closures having features providing for such movement or removal of a closure panel. This class (52) takes panels, per se, (1) even though defined as doors or windows, (2) structure defining an opening through a barrier, (3) structure having a feature for movement or removal of a panel section for purposes of repair or assembly or disassembly, (4) a transparent panel (window) with means to treat the panel not elsewhere provided for and (5) a building or barrier with a movable closure and having an additional feature other than one merely forming an enclosure or support for the movable closure. See Subclass References to Current Class, above, regarding a structure having defined structure outlining a passageway which traverses a barrier (e.g., wall). |
| 105, | Railway Rolling Stock, appropriate subclass, for a vehicle specialized to use as railway rolling stock, particularly subclasses 375 and 422 for floors, and subclasses 396+ for car framing and structure. In general, structure forming a box-like enclosure of general application is in Class 52, even though defined as a "vehicle body" or the like. Also a vehicle body with a feature for conversion from a vehicle to a static structure is also in Class 52, e.g., a vehicle with ground engaging braces or guys. |
| 109, | Safes, Bank Protection, or a Related Device, appropriate subclasses, for a static structure of a building combined with devices provided for in Class 109, i.e., means resisting attack which do more than merely contribute to structural strength, particularly subclasses 78+ for wall structure with specific penetration resistant features. |
| 110, | Furnaces, appropriate subclasses for furnace structure with features specialized to furnace operation, e.g., subclasses 297+ for a furnace provided with fluid supply structure; subclass 308 for fluid heater wall structure; subclasses 331+ for furnace arch or roof structure; subclasses 336+ for furnace wall structure; and subclasses 338+ for furnace brick structure. The mere recitation of a refractory, coated or oxidizably coated refractory, is not considered a recitation of a feature specialized to furnace operation. See the search notes to other classes in References to Other Classes, herein. |
| 114, | Ships, particularly subclasses 65+ for a structure specialized to a ship and see the search note for Railway Rolling Stock, in References to Other Classes, herein. |
| 119, | Animal Husbandry, subclasses 301 , 302+, 311+, 329+, 400+, and 416+ for enclosures having significant structure or combined with a feature for that class. |
| 122, | Liquid Heaters and Vaporizers, subclass 6 and 494 for furnace structure combined with tubes for liquid to be heated. |
| 126, | Stoves and Furnaces, appropriate subclasses for a structure with features peculiar to that class, particularly subclasses 144+ for fire pots and linings, and see the search note for Furnaces, in References to Other Classes, herein. |
| 135, | Tent, Canopy, Umbrella, or Cane, the line is: Class 52 takes: (1) structures which are strengthened or shaped by fluid pressure (see subclass 2.11 ), (2) an in situ erected enclosure or shelter having as a component thereof a rigidly framed prefabricated panel even though it may have flexible surfacing (see subclass 63) and (3) certain covers which are entirely supported by an article or pile of material (see subclasses 3+) and (4) other in situ erected type rigid buildings. Class 135 takes other portable covers, or shelters surfaced with flaccid material, whether hand or earth supported. |
| 138, | Pipes and Tubular Conduits. The line between Class 52 and Class 138 is: Class 52 takes rigid tubular structures specialized to use as or in an in situ erected static structure, e.g., (1) a tubular structure of like components (modules) juxtaposed in an axial direction, (2) a curved segment, e.g., a curved cast arch or a curved module per se, (3) a module having intersecting passages, (4) a module having a through passage and a joint forming feature on at least one end surface intersecting said passage, (5) a tubular structure with means projecting from the wall thereof having a rigidifying function other than merely forming the tube, e.g., a tube with means to support a structural component or (6) an open-work load-bearing tube such as a box girder, mast, etc. Class 138 takes a tubular structure of more general application, e.g., (1) a tubular structure forming a clear through passage which is only defined by a cross-section normal to a longitudinal axis, (2) a flexible (nonrigid) tubular structure or (3) a tubular structure having reinforcement generally conforming to and embedded in or applied to the wall thereof to increase the strength of the tube rather than to adapt it for use as a load-bearing component of a building component. |
| 160, | Flexible or Portable Closure, Partition, or Panel. The line is: Class 160, takes: (a) Closures and other panel units utilizing flexible sheet material or fabrics to constitute the panel portion. (b) Closures and panel units made of plural strips, slabs or panels interconnected with one another for relative motion. (c) Closures and panel units of either or both types (a) and (b) combined with closures or panel units of other types. Class 52 takes: (1) rigid panels or (2) plural panels with a flexible section forming an enclosure. As to (a) above, the subject matter, if claimed generically or defining Class 160 subject matter, is placed in Class 160. |
| 165, | Heat Exchange, subclasses 53+ for a heat exchanger related to a wall, ceiling or floor which heat exchanger is defined as more than a mere heating or cooling duct within a barrier. |
| 174, | Electricity: Conductors and Insulators, appropriate subclass for a pole, post or anti-inductive shield, e.g., building having defined a feature specialized to such use, e.g., conductor, insulator or means supporting it or a barrier or enclosure having means forming a conductive path between components, particularly subclasses 350 through 397for anti-inductive shields. |
| 181, | Acoustics, particularly subclasses 30 and 284+ for a panel having a physical configuration or relationship of components, peculiar to the attenuation of sound. This class takes such a panel combined with an additional feature for a static building structure, e.g., means for mounting them to form an enclosure or barrier. |
| 182, | Fire Escape, Ladder, or Scaffold, for (1) ladder, i.e., stairs without risers except helical stairs, (2) ladder or scaffold attached to a building where only sufficient structure to attach the ladder or scaffold is defined, (3) ladder, scaffold or tower with a platform which in use is intended to support a person and (4) structure with additional features specialized to escaping from a building. |
| 202, | Distillation: Apparatus, subclasses 222+ for structural features peculiar to a thermolytic distillation retort. |
| 220, | Receptacles, appropriate subclasses for a portable type container especially subclasses 1.5+ , 3.2+, 216, 484, 565+, and 581+ and also other containers made of other materials not specifically provided for in other container classes. |
| 238, | Railways: Surface Track, subclasses 84+ for a plastic, e.g., concrete, railway tie. |
| 244, | Aeronautics and Astronautics, subclasses 117+ for an aircraft structure having a defined feature specialized to Class 244 and see the search note for Railway Rolling Stock, in References to Other Classes, herein. |
| 249, | Static Molds, for molds in which the form panels are removed after molding and see the reference in subclass 1 and 213 of Class 249. |
| 250, | Radiant Energy, subclass 517.1 for a ray energy shielding structure having defined features specialized for such use. |
| 256, | Fences, for a structure having features peculiar to such use, particularly fences limited structurally to a definite height or posts having features for retaining fence wires or rails. |
| 266, | Metallurgical Apparatus, appropriate subclasses, particularly subclasses 280+ for an apparatus having structure with a feature specialized to such use, e.g., a leak proof furnace bottom construction, blast furnace bell cover, localized lining or oxidizable blocks, oxidizable devices between refractory blocks, etc., and see the above reference to Class 110. |
| 296, | Land Vehicles: Bodies and Tops, appropriate subclasses for an enclosure having a feature specialized to use as or with land vehicles and see the search note for Railway Rolling Stock, in References to Other Classes, herein. |
| 312, | Supports: Cabinet Structure, for a construction forming an enclosure which as an entity is portable, i.e., merely rests on a surface in its use position as distinct from a structure for Class 52 which is generally assembled at the job site. See also Subclass References to the Current Class, above, for the location of a discussion of exemplary classes and subclasses that provide for an article or article support installed in means forming an enclosure or part thereof. |
| 396, | Photography, subclasses 1+ for a specialized photographic studio. |
| 403, | Joints and Connections, for joints or junctures formed by members connected together at a single locus of more general application. Class 52 takes joints specialized to use in constructions generally identified by terms such as: housing, public works or civil engineering, e.g., rigid module or panel joints. In interpreting this line the following exemplary subject matter is in Class 52; (1) a system of physical connected joints forming a load bearing construction or accommodating itself to a transverse loading, e.g., a truss frame or a composite or tapered shaft; (2) connected rigid panels or modules having integral or permanently attached modifications on plural edges thereof for repetitious edge-to-edge connection, (3) a rigid panel connected by or to elongated rigid load resisting members, e.g., studs, columns, etc., in generally parallel planes, (4) rigid panels held in a fixed relationship to each other or to a sub-structure by a plurality of mechanical connectors, (5) a composite structure having a specified feature for receiving an impaling type fastener, e.g., a nailing beam or panel, (6) rigid panels with edge portions lapped so their edges lie in different planes, (7) rigid panels having a bridger strip overlying their edge juncture and (8) joined components incorporating an adjunct having a Class 52 function, e.g., a joint with means for retaining an external dissimilar element, e.g., a panel. |
| 404, | Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, appropriate subclasses for road structure limited to highway or walkway use. Structure of general utility, and particularly where Class 52 provides a specific subclass locus for such structure - is classified in Class 52. |
| 405, | Hydraulic and Earth Engineering, subclasses 15+ for bank, shore, or bed protecting structures (e.g., revetments, breakwaters, etc.); subclasses 52+ for fluid control structures (dams, dikes, canals, channels, etc.); subclasses 132+ for underground shaft and tunnel construction; subclasses 195.1+ for miscellaneous static marine structures; subclasses 229+ for foundations not provided for elsewhere; and subclass 258.1 for earth treating or control structures (e.g., retaining walls, sheet piles, etc.). |
| 410, | Freight Accommodation on Freight Carrier, subclasses 129+ for load bracing panels or movable or removable bulkheads. |
| 428, | Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, for a stock material product or article of that class not having either a physical feature for cooperation with another panel structure or mechanical means for connecting plural components of the panel, and see Lines With Other Classes and Within This Class, in the main definition of Class 428. |
| 432, | Heating, subclasses 247+ for chamber structure specialized to heating, and see the search note for Furnaces, in References to Other Classes, herein. |
| 446, | Amusement Devices: Toys, subclasses 85+ for construction toys; and subclasses 476+ for toy buildings. |
| 454, | Ventilation, for buildings having means for directing air in a desired internal path or including air flow compelling means and see Subclass References to the Current Class, above, regarding a ventilating structure with air directing or controlling features other than mere windows. |
| 607, | Surgery: Light, Thermal, and Electrical Application, subclasses 81+ for a cabinet having features for treating a patient by light, heat, or electrical effects. |
SECTION IV - GLOSSARY
ARCHITRAVE
The finish around and extending away from a door or window opening.
BACKER
Means forming an extended surface against which a settable material is cast, e.g., troweled, spread, poured etc., the material when set forming a wear surface or facing.
BARRIER
A construction forming an extended indefinite surface preventing or inhibiting the passage of persons or things, e.g., wall, ceiling, floor, roof or cover.
BLOCK
A module whose depth is substantial relative to its length and height and which in use forms a stable load-bearing member.
COVER
Generally synonymous with "roof" but used where "roof" in some instances may be inapt, e.g., a covering supported by an article, a canopy, a man-hole closure, etc.
DISPARATE ARTICLE
An article which does not form an essential component of a building construction of plural components, but is in the nature of an adjunct having no essential load-bearing, supporting, joining or protective function.
ENCLOSURE
Means surrounding an area or volume to be occupied by persons, animals or goods.
ENTRANCE
An opening for persons or things, but not for a fluid or a mass of particles having a fluid like characteristic.
FACER OR FACING (SEE MODULE)
An element or structure which (1) forms an exposed surface section of a barrier or (2) the panel held by a frame, a framing element or an elongated sustainer, e.g., the movable closure part of a door or window. In the latter respect it differs from a module in that it is not used in repetition to form an extended surface.
FLASHING
Thin sheet of material covering or extending into a joint to deflect liquid from the joint.
LOAD-BEARING
A construction or component which is sufficiently strong and rigid to act as the primary support for other constructions or components against gravity or to resist transverse loading (see sustainer).
MODULAR
A construction utilizing modules.
MODULE
A component of building construction, usually designated by terms such as; brick, block, slab, panel, tile, sheet, precast monolith, etc., which when assembled in repetitious juxtaposition with other such preformed shapes (with or without interposed connecting means or material) define a surface of a construction, e.g., of a wall, ceiling or floor.
MONOLITH
A structure erected in situ by casting a water-settable composition, e.g., plaster or concrete.
PANEL (SEE MODULE)
The term panel is used to denote a thin rigid sheetlike structure which may not be disclosed as used repetitiously, e.g., table top or pane.
PORTAL
Structure defining an opening through a barrier for the passage of light, air, persons or things, e.g., the framing for a door or a window opening.
PREFORM OR PRESHAPE
A component of a building construction which is in completed form before its use at the job site. (Compare Module).
REBAR
An art term for a concrete reinforcing rod. A rebar chair is a device for spacing a rebar from a concrete form.
REINFORCEMENT, EMBEDDED
A body placed within and covered by a cast material or a foraminous member wherein the holes are filled by a cast material.
REVEAL
The sides of a door or window opening between the faces of the barrier.
ROOF (SEE COVER)
A rigid cover extending above and supported by the uppermost termini of walls or columns.
SETTABLE MATERIAL
A component which is applied or formed in a fluent condition but sets or hardens in the final product, e.g., concrete, cement or plaster.
SHAFT (SEE SUSTAINER)
A member which has a limited closed periphery and which is greatly elongated relative to its length. It is generic to "sustainer" in that it may not have a load bearing function.
SPECIFIED
The subclass definition must be referred to.
STIFFENER
Means embedded in cast material or extending between sustainers or load bearing components which act to strengthen a construction in contradistinction to acting as a primary loadbearing or bend-resisting member.
SUSTAINER
A rigid member or construction having a limited closed periphery which is (1) greatly elongated relative to any lateral dimension (2) resists transverse loading and (3) supports or retains other components of a building construction, e.g., stud, joist, beam, or column.
TENDON
A tensioned strandlike component of a unit which places the principal part of the unit under compression.
TILE
A thin, relatively rigid module which when applied repetitiously in edge-to-edge relationship to a backing surface forms an exposed facing
SUBCLASSES
1 | CONTROLLED BY CONDITION RESPONSIVE MEANS: | ||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure comprising means to sense a condition and to exercise
a control operation of a structure or component thereof in response
to said condition.
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2.11 | SHAPED OR STRENGTHENED BY FLUID PRESSURE: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure in which a totally enclosed fluid is utilized
to shape, support, or strengthen a building structure or component.
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2.12 | Loading dock doorway seal: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component comprises
one or more tubular members, which members are mounted around at
least a substantial part of the periphery of an opening defining
a passage into and out of a building (e.g., a warehouse) and which
will, when inflated, perform a sealing and cushioning function.
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2.13 | Confined tubular element exerts force: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component comprises
a tubular element which is located between two, relatively rigid
members and which, when inflated, develops an outward force against
the members.
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2.14 | For sealing a closure panel: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 2.13. Structure wherein the tubular element is utilized as a seal for a plate-like member (e.g., of glass, wood, etc.) which serves to close a passage. | |
2.15 | Form for hardenable material: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component comprises
a member, often sheetlike in nature, which is shaped by the fluid
it encloses and which, in turn, serves to shape or support one or
more elements of a building that are being formed from material
initially lacking a shape-retaining property, but which material
subsequently undergoes a change of state and becomes relatively
rigid.
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2.16 | Fluid pressure is subatmospheric: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the enclosed fluid is at a pressure which
is less than that of the ambient air; i.e., a vacuum of one degree
or another has been established.
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2.17 | Including ingress/egress provision: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the enclosure includes a system, device,
element, etc., which enables entry or exit, usually that of persons.
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2.18 | Intersecting tubular elements form framework: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component comprises tubular elements which intersect one another and which, when inflated, form the frame members of a building. | |
2.19 | Supported on rigid-walled structure: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component comprises
a sheetlike member which rests on and is affixed to the relatively rigid
walls of an open-top enclosure.
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2.21 | Upstanding column (e.g., mast, tower): | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component comprises
a tubular member, anchored at one end, which is extended by the fluid
into a generally vertical position.
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2.22 | Comprising spaced, sheetlike members and fluid chamber therebetween: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component comprises two or more flexible panels which are in a spaced-apart, more or less parallel relationship with one another and which are joined, at least along their perimeters, in a fluid-tight manner. | |
2.23 | Including subdividing elements: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 2.22. Structure wherein a plurality of elements (e.g., webs), extending more or less transversely of, and fluid-tightly joined to, the members are provided for dividing the chamber into a plurality of smaller chambers. | |
2.24 | Sheetlike member comprises plural, edge-joined sections: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component is a flexible panel which is fabricated from number of smaller sections which have been joined (e.g., by a seam) to one another, fluid-tightly, along their perimeters. | |
2.25 | Including holddown means: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.11. Structure wherein the building structure or component is
provided with means for securing it to an underlying object, structure
or surface.
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2.26 | Comprising strandlike element: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 2.25. Structure wherein the hold-down means, or a component thereof, comprises at least one elongated, nonrigid elements (e.g., a cable, a rope, etc.). | |
3 | ARTICLE OR MATERIAL SUPPORTED COVER: | ||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including means covering and supported by an article
or a body of material, which article or body of material is not
part of a static building structure, and which is not configured
for a specific article.
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4 | With article or ground penetrating retainer: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 3. Structure including a feature which retains the cover and
penetrates the ground or the article covered.
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5 | Flexibly connected strips or slats: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 3. Structure which comprises a plurality of strips or slats
fastened together by means which allow pivoted motion of one strip
or slat relative to another.
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6 | WITH STADIUM OR AUDITORIUM FEATURE: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter specialized to the presentation of an attraction
or accommodation of an audience group, such specialized structure including
(1) an arrangement of seats or slopes relative to the locus of the
attraction, (2) a structure having means peculiar to the accommodation
of the audience or (3) a stage, screen or area of activities which
aid in the presentation of or serves as the locus of the attraction.
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7 | Movable stage: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 6. Structure including a movable floor or platform particularly
related to a proscenium or to a seating arrangement for viewers.
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8 | Seating arrangement: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 6. Structure relating to a particular arrangement of seats
relative to an enclosure or area of the presentation or attraction.
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9 | Shiftable seating section: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 8. Structure including a section of seats mounted for movement
with respect to another section or to the floor upon which it rests.
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10 | Power means: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 9. Structure wherein the shifting of the section is accomplished by, or aided by means releasing stored or generated energy, e.g., motor, spring, etc. | |
11 | COVER WITH SURFACE WATER RECEIVER AT EAVE OR VALLEY: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter which forms a cover (roof) having an edge
or forms a valley and in which there is a means located in, at or
near the edge of the valley which provides for the drainage or discharge
of liquid flowing from the upper surface of the cover into the means.
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12 | With separator; e.g., strainer: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 11. Structure comprising means for preventing debris from (1)
entering the eave trough or (2) entering a downspout or other structure
associated with said eave trough.
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13 | Between oppositely sloping sections: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 11. Structure wherein there is means forming a gutter located
at the vertex of two portions of a cover construction which slope
towards each other.
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14 | With additional subsurface liquid receiver: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 13. Structure in which there is means forming a second gutter on the under side of the cover structure. | |
15 | Inwardly of edge: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 11. Structure in which the means forming a trough is, at least
in part, within the peripheral edge of the cover.
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16 | With downspout: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 11. Structure including means forming or connected to a downspout.
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17 | INSULATED RAILWAY CAR-TYPE ROOF: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure peculiar to railway car roofs combined with means
situated in the roof under its exterior covering acting to inhibit
or retard the passage of heat, sound, vibrations, etc.
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18 | CLERESTORY OR SAW-TOOTH ROOF: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure wherein (1) at least one portion of the roof is
offset to form a plurality of roof surfaces at different levels,
said offset portion being substantially coextensive with one dimension
of the roof or (2) the roof surface has distinct surfaces inclined
from a common plane to form a serrated roof.
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19 | WITH ENTRANCE FOR PERSONS OR OBJECTS IN HORIZONTAL OR INCLINED COVER: |
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure comprising a horizontal or inclined cover and entrance means defining an opening for persons or objects which pass through the cover. | |
20 | With additional enclosure structure; e.g., manhole: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Structure in which the cover is supported by a wall construction
enclosing a space which is entered through the opening.
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21 | Masonry or concrete: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Structure including a masonry or concrete component which is constructed entirely of masonry or concrete. | |
22 | SPECIFIED ROOF SPACED FROM CEILING: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including means forming the uppermost exposed
surfacing of a building and having features peculiar to such use,
e.g., a ridge, arch, coping, inclined rafter, etc., combined with
a ceiling construction which is openly spaced from said means.
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23 | COVER WITH EXTERIOR HOLDDOWN: | ||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including a rod-like member extending over the
outside of a building structure, usually the roof, and acting to
hold such structure to the ground or substructure.
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24 | COVER WITH PROJECTING RESTRAINER; E.G., SNOW STOP: | ||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including means for preventing or restraining
the movement of foreign objects or material not permanently part
of the roof; e.g., anti-slides for snow.
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25 | Rod-type with plural supports: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 24. Structure comprising a horizontal rod-like portion supported
by a plurality of spaced members.
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26 | Restrainer having integral penetrator: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 24. Structure comprising means to penetrate the base which supports the means for restraining movement of foreign objects. | |
27 | INCLUDING COMPONENT (E.G., WALL) DESIGNED TO RECEIVE A DISPARATE ARTICLE HAVING DISPARATE ARTICLE MOUNTED THERETO: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure having a modification of a static structure or
component for attaching an article, in which the article is not
essential to the subject matter of this class.
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27.5 | With a telephone (e.g., booth or stand): | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Static structure or component which encloses or supports
an audio transmission and receiving means.
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28 | Artificial illumination means: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Structure wherein the article is an artificial illuminating
means.
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29 | Mounted for movement: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Structure wherein the securing means causes or permits movement
of the article.
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30 | Elevator in multistory: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Structure comprising a multi-level structure provided with
a platform and hoisting machinery therefor for conveying persons
or goods to or from the different levels.
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31 | Revolving or endless-type conveyor: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Structure wherein the article, device or adjunct includes
means for conveying, or aiding in the conveying of articles which
means includes a revolving member or endless web or strand type
conveyor wherein the article is readily removable from the conveyor.
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32 | Swinging: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Structure wherein the supporting means can oscillate about a fixed axis. | |
33 | Articles form traffic path arrangement: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Structure wherein an article or articles or adjunct, are
so arranged so as to form a defined path for traffic, e.g., a store
with a defined furniture arrangement.
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34 | Lavatory fixture: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Structure wherein the article is a fixture for receiving
body waste matter or for washing.
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35 | Wall juncture (e.g., bathtub surround kit): |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 34. Wall juncture (e.g., bathtub surround kit): Structure in which a discrete connector joins at least an edge of a lavatory fixture; e.g., tub or basin and a wall. | |
36.1 | Task-area type repositionable component (e.g., modular booth, workstation, or concession stand): | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Component in which user or work related equipment is self
supporting and is designed to be assembled and disassembled (i.e.,
transportable).
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36.2 | With top covering: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 36.1. Task area component including a ceiling above an occupant. | |
36.3 | Fireplace mantel: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Component in which a casing and shelf are attached to both a portion of the static structure and a framed opening made in a chimney to hold an open fire. | |
36.4 | Component having specific attachment for an article comprising a horizontal, planar surface (e.g., shelf, bed): | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Component which is specifically designed or modified for
furniture of the type having a relatively level area lying in a
plane that carries an item, items, or a person.
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36.5 | Connecting feature for modular-type panels having article (e.g., cabinet, shelf bracket) attachment: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 36.4. Component specific attachment in which a means securing two edge-abutting thin rigid sheet-type members includes a means for supporting the horizontal planar surface. | |
36.6 | Including a slotted tubular portion: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 36.5. Connecting feature in which the securing means consists of a hollow elongated cylindrical-like section with apertures for the article holding piece. | |
37 | On or adjacent portal frame; e.g., window cleaner’s hook: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Structure wherein the article support means is attached
to or adjacent a door or window frame, usually a window washer"s
hook to which a safety belt may be attached.
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38 | Sign; e.g., nameplate or ornament: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Structure wherein the disparate article is a sign, e.g.,
name plate or ornamental plaque.
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39 | Supported from ceiling: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Structure in which there is means supporting the disparate
article from means forming a ceiling, i.e., the under side of a
roof or floor.
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| This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Structure in which the disparate article is supported by
an elongated rigid structure, i.e., pole, post or mast.
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41 | ROOF RUNNING BOARD OR SADDLE: |
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure forming a walkway above a roof or forming a support (saddle) for such a walkway, usually present on a railway car. | |
42 | Shaped to accommodate seam: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 41. Structure in which the roof covering includes a seam and the walkway conforms to the shape of the seam. | |
43 | Also ridge cap: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 42. Structure in which the walkway or saddle also conforms to and accommodates means forming a ridge cap extending along the roof. | |
44 | Attached to seam: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 41. Structure in which the walkway is fastened to a roof seam.
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45 | RAILROAD CAR ROOF CONSTRUCTION: | ||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure comprising roof construction peculiar to railroad
cars.
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46 | Continuous carline; e.g., discrete coextensive rafter: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Structure comprising a covering supporting member (carline) which extends laterally of the roof and is substantially coextensive with the transverse dimension of the car. | |
47 | And longitudinal ridge: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Structure associated structurally with a ridge running centrally and longitudinally of the car roof. | |
48 | Purlin or cross-bracing: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Structure comprising a plurality of carlines and interconnecting structural members extending longitudinally of the roof or diagonally of the carlines. | |
49 | Superjacent covering strip: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Structure comprising a cover strip overlying the carline
and a joint between two juxtaposed roofing sheets, said strip being
substantially coextensive with the joint.
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50 | Laterally verging sections: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Structure in which the carline is composed of distinct sections
which diverge or converge toward each other in a nonvertical plane
or (2) form chords of a truss which diverge or converge.
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51 | Separate end fastener or support: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Structure including a separate support or connecting means attached to the end of a carline and engaging a vertical support, e.g., car wall. | |
52 | Over juncture of covering sheets: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Structure in which the carline is positioned above the joint
between plural covering sheets.
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53 | Transverse sustaining rib integral with covering: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Structure comprising one or more transversely extending ribs formed integrally with the roof sections, and rib being substantially coextensive with the transverse dimension of the roof. | |
54 | Central discrete ridge member: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Structure comprising a central cover sustaining member elevated
above the edges and extending longitudinally of the roof.
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55 | Relatively movable covering sections: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 54. Structure including relatively movable roof sheets, usually
to compensate for car motion.
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56 | Covering sheet with overhanging continuing edge section: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Structure comprising a continuation of the facing member
of the roof which overhangs the junction of the roof and car walls.
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57 | ROOF FINIAL OR CRESTING: | ||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including ornamental means at a ridge or peak
of a roof.
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58 | EXTERIOR-TYPE FLASHING: | ||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including sheet material on the exterior of a
building structure which material is anchored at at least one edge
and extends over a joint of the structure.
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59 | Raggle block: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Structure including a block forming part of a vertical structure
and having a groove which receives part of the flashing.
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60 | Interfitting parts: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Structure wherein the sheet material comprises at least two interfitting sections. | |
61 | Within wall: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 60. Structure wherein the parts which interfit are within a vertical structure, i.e., wall. | |
62 | Extending into wall: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Structure wherein a part of the sheet material extends into a wall. | |
63 | ENCLOSURE INCLUDING FLACCID NONMETALLIC OR FORAMINOUS SURFACING: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure forming a complete enclosure and including a thin,
flexible, flaccid, nonmetallic or foraminous membrane which forms
an exposed surfacing and is stretched between elongated members
of its substructure.
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64 | BARRIER OR MAJOR SECTION MOUNTED FOR IN SITU REPOSITIONING; E.G., REARRANGEABLE ORROTATABLE: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including at least one component which is a wall,
ceiling, roof, cover section or major section thereof which are
fixedly mounted for repetitious or continuous movement relative
to a base without total disconnection therefrom for purposes of
changing the size or function of the structure or a portion thereof
or providing continuous movement during use, e.g., revolving building.
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65 | Rotatable about vertical axis: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 64. Structure wherein the barrier or major section thereof is
mounted for rotation in a horizontal plane about a vertical axis.
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66 | Roof movable as entity relative to its substructure: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 64. Structure wherein the movable barrier is a complete roof
which is connected to and movable as an entity relative to its supporting
columns or walls defining or within an area normally covered by
the roof.
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67 | Telescoping sub and main enclosures: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 64. Structure wherein the movable barrier sections include one
structure defining an occupiable space which structure is arranged
to telescope, either by sliding or swinging, within another such
structure.
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68 | Wall extension convertible to roof: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 64. Structure comprising a wall construction having an extension,
which extension is adapted to be manipulated to form a roof section.
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69 | Hinged to swing from vertical to nonvertical: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 64. Structure in which at least two of the components are connected
to each other by a hinge fastened to both, with one of the components
in the erected or use position being vertical but which can be folded
to a nonvertical, e.g., collapsed position.
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70 | Three walls hinged at their intersections: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 64. Structure including three walls interconnected by hinge
means allowing folding of the walls in order to collapse the structure.
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71 | Barrier of hingedly connected sections: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 64. Structure wherein the movable barrier section cooperates
with other sections in forming a barrier, the sections being hingedly
connected so as to allow the barrier to be collapsed.
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72 | Movable cupola or section thereof: | ||||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 64. Structure comprising a structural unit mounted on and projecting
above a roof surface and communicating with the space below the
roof.
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73 | RIGID BARRIER CANTILEVERED FROM VERTICAL SUPPORT: | ||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including a barrier which extends laterally from
an upright support with the barrier being unsupported except by
means connected to the upright support.
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74 | Awning type: | ||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Structure including means defining an inclined panel overlying
an open space which panel extends downwardly and outwardly of a
vertical structure, usually a wall, to which the upper edge of the
panel is secured.
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75 | Longitudinal axis of slats inclined: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 74. Structure wherein the inclined surface consists of a series
of parallel slats, the longitudinal axes of which are downwardly
and outwardly inclined.
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76 | With side panel: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 75. Structure wherein the outside edges of the outside slats are intersected by vertically depending side panels which are secured and extend generally perpendicular to the vertical structure. | |
77 | Diverse side and top panels: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 76. Structure in which the side panels construction differs in kind from that of the inclined surface panel construction. | |
78 | Horizontal slatlike surfacing: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 74. Structure wherein the inclined surface consists of a series
of integral or separated slats disposed with their longitudinal
axes parallel to the major plane of the vertical structure.
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79.1 | PREASSEMBLED SUBENCLOSURE OR SUBSTRUCTURE SECTION(S) OF UNIT OR BUILDING: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including one or more preassembled or prefabricated
structural means, each defining 1) at least a two sided or walled sub-occupiable
space assembly, 2) a preassembled or prefabricated room or occupiable
space which is to be assembled with like or unlike structures to
form a complete structure, or 3) a single or composite wall, usually
having a curved cross-section which acts, with other structure to
form one or more occupiable spaces.
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79.11 | Cast in situ: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.9. Structure wherein the subenclosures include spaced forms to accept a cast in situ material, such as concrete, which acts as a binder to attach the subenclosures together. | |
79.12 | Separate frame: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.9. Structure wherein the sub-enclosures are supported, and thereby attached, by a separate framework or vertical and horizontal sustainer means. | |
79.13 | Distinct vertical tie: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.9. Structure wherein a plurality of occupiable sub-enclosures or building units are superposed, one above the other, and are attached by a separate and distinct vertical tie member. | |
79.14 | Continuous cementitious barrier: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.1. Structure wherein the sub-enclosure or building unit is
a single piece, continuous barrier, e.g., poured concrete monolith.
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79.2 | Vertically staggered: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.1. Structure wherein two or more occupiable units are arranged in such a manner that each unit is vertically offset (higher or lower) with respect to its adjacent unit, but not directly above or below its adjacent unit. | |
79.3 | Angularly stacked: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.1. Structure wherein a plurality of occupiable spaces are superposed, one over the other in such a manner as to have their respective floors horizontal and parallel to each other, and at least one vertical wall of one unit at an angle to at least one vertical wall of another unit. | |
79.4 | Nonrectangular substructure: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.1. Structure wherein the occupiable space has a floor plan which is nonrectangular. | |
79.5 | Collapsible for ease of transport: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.1. Structure which is made in such a manner so as to be collapsible
to a more compact form for ease of transport from its place of manufacture to
the building site.
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79.6 | Porch or vestibule: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.1. Structure wherein the occupiable space is a porch or vestibule. | |
79.7 | Opening between subenclosures: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 79.1. Structure wherein each of two or more subenclosures is provided
with an opening through one side thereof, such openings to mate
with each other to form a passage for people from one subenclosure
to the other.
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79.8 | Portal to portal: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.7. Structure wherein the mating openings in each occupiable space are doors for the passage of people. | |
79.9 | With retaining or attaching means: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 79.1. Structure wherein two or more occupiable spaces have therebetween means to attach them together or to another common structure. | |
80.1 | COMPOUND CURVE STRUCTURE: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure having a major exposed portion which conforms
to a surface generated by a curved line moving along a curved path;
e.g., a sphere, hyperbolic parabloid, or dome.
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80.2 | Hyperbolic parabloid shape: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 80.1. Compound curve structure which is in the form of a saddle shaped quadric surface wherein all sections parallel to one coordinate plane are hyperbolas while all the sections parallel to another coordinate plane are parabolas (if proper orientation of the coordinate axes is assumed). | |
81.1 | Geodesic shape: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 80.1. Compound curve structure comprising distinct polygonal panels connected to form a surface which is or approximates a segment of a sphere. | |
81.2 | Having an underlying grid frame: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 81.1. Geodesic shape comprising a network of uniformly spaced
members which support cover panels.
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81.3 | Frame connection detail: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 81.2. Frame in which a node of the structural network members
is particularly designed to hold the members together and transmit
forces.
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81.4 | Comprised entirely of a single self-supporting basic geometrical shaped panel: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 81.1. Shape in which all the panels are of a simple configuration; i.e., triangle or diamond. | |
81.5 | Trapezoidal or rectangular design: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 81.4. Panel in which the configuration is a quadrilateral having (1) two parallel sides and two diverging (or converging) sides or (2) all corners at right angles. | |
81.6 | Monolithic construction: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 80.1. Shape which is cast as a single piece. | |
82 | CONICAL OR RADIALLY RIBBED COVER: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure forming a cover which has a conical surface or
formed by three or more generally triangular surface forming members the
abutting edges of which form seams or ribs which converge upon a
common locus.
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83 | COVER OR ENCLOSURE SUSPENDED BY FLEXIBLE MEANS: | ||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including means covering or enclosing an area
which means is suspended by flexible devices attached to structure
which extends into the ambient above and beyond said means.
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84 | STREAMLINE CROSS-SECTION; I.E., AIRFOIL | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure which has a curvilinear cross-section peculiar
to the reduction of wind resistance generally termed air foils or
streamlined.
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85 | CURVILINEAR PORTAL WITH SETTABLE MATERIAL BACKER: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including a facing member in the form of curvilinear
arch having structure for the adherence or retention of plastic-to-rigid,
water settable material, e.g., plaster, which material forms a curved
exposed surface.
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86 | VERTICALLY CURVED ARCH WITH TERMINAL SUPPORT: | ||||||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure peculiar to an in situ erected primary, load bearing
construction which as a whole forms a curved arch whose mid-point
is above the externally supported terminal edges.
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87 | With deck structure: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 86. Structure including a horizontal deck construction, e.g.,
roadway, supported by the structure.
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88 | Monolithic arch: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 86. Structure in which the arch as a whole is formed by flowable cast material which, when set, forms an entity. | |
89 | Stonelike modules form arch: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 86. Structure in which the arch is formed by abutting masonry or concrete-like units. | |
90.1 | INCLINED TOP COVER (E.G., ROOF, A-FRAME): | ||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including cover construction or rafters which
are at an angle to a horizontal plane.
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90.2 | On existing roof: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Inclined cover which is erected on a previously built cover. | |
91.1 | Self-supporting cover (i.e., without distinct rafters): |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Inclined cover in which a roof spans from eaves to ridge without being supported by an underlying frame, beam, etc. | |
91.2 | Eave fixed by masonry or settable material: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 91.1. Self-supporting cover specialized to the use of cementitious or adhesive type material at the junction of the cover and the supporting substructure; e.g., of a wall. | |
91.3 | Connection for abutting cover sections: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 91.1. Self-supporting cover where the entire cover is in portions which are secured together by a fastening means to make a complete cover. | |
92.1 | Rafter tie-in at horizontal-type support (e.g., wall plate): |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Inclined cover in which a roof support beam is (1) set or (2) fabricated or cut to a particular shape for attachment to the supporting substructure (e.g., wall top plate). | |
92.2 | Distinct connector fixing rafter to wall plate: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 92.1. Tie-in in which a discrete fastener secures the roof support
beam to the supporting substructure.
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92.3 | Rafter end terminating at wall exterior face: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 92.1. Tie-in in which the end of the roof support beam, at the eaves, is in the same plane as the supporting substructure outside surface. | |
93.1 | Rafter to vertical support (e.g., stud, column, post) connection: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 90.1. Inclined cover in which a roof support beam is directly fastened to a load bearing upright element of the supporting substructure. | |
93.2 | Rafter overhangs vertical support outside surface: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 93.1. Connection in which a roof support beam extends beyond the
supporting substructure exterior face.
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94 | GABLE OR EAVE TERMINAL CONSTRUCTION: | ||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure comprising means forming a construction at the
gable or eave terminus of a roofing surface which is different in
kind from that forming the surface.
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95 | With conduit or passage means (e.g., eave vent, insulation shield for eave vent): | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 94. Structure including means forming a passage or conduit from
a subjacent area communicating to outside of the roof.
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96 | Covering continuation overlaps edge: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 94. Structure wherein the material forming at least part of
the upper exposed surfaces of a roof between the gables or eaves
is bent to form a flange-like portion which extends downwardly to
a subjacent edge portion of the roof.
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97 | EXTERNALLY PROJECTING LIQUID DEFLECTOR: | ||||||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including means extending outwardly of the plane
of a surface means is defined as functioning to deflect a liquid
(rain) away from the barrier surface.
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98 | FRANGIBLE SECTION OR MEANS: | ||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including a distinct section or means which facilitates
fracturing of the structure or section thereof.
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99 | In dissimilar material member: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 98. Structure in which the frangible means is made of a material differing in kind from that of the primary structure, e.g., a metal member attached or embedded in a concrete base member. | |
100 | Removable corner or internal section: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 98. Structure in which the frangible section or means is so arranged relative to the original circumscribing boundary surfaces that a corner or a section within such circumscribing boundary surfaces is severable from the original unit. | |
101 | ANIMAL BLOCKING LATERAL PROJECTION, TRAP, OR SCARER: | ||||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure which deters the movement of animal life having
(1) a trap, (2), a device which by movement or force repels them
or (3) a projection which extends outwardly of a surface of structure
to block landing on or movement along the structure.
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102 | EARTH-SUPPORTED COPING OR EDGING: | ||||||||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including a single monolithic unit or a single
course of connected modules which unit or course rests on the earth
and defines a low wall edging for an area.
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103 | LAND MARKER OR MONUMENT: | ||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure which indicates a position on or particular use
of the earth and has (1) a feature, e.g., indicia, serving such
function or (2) a shape which in its entirety has inherent stability against
overturning.
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104 | With translucent feature: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 103. Structure including a visible component that permits the
passage of light.
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105 | WITH INDICIA: | ||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including (1) means, e.g., writing, grooves or
markings; which (a) indicates a property or characteristic of an
element or (b) serves as a gage in the positioning or alignment of
a structure; or (2) means identifying the location of an embedded
or hidden device or structure.
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106 | JAIL-TYPE STRUCTURE: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure having features peculiar to buildings for confining
a person so that he cannot leave the building or compartment thereof without
outside intervention.
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107 | AREAWAY; E.G., WINDOW WELL: | ||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including means defining a wall outside of and
attached to the outside of a building wall adjacent a portal opening
which in use is below grade level.
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108 | STRIPLIKE UNIT, REVERSIBLY FLEXIBLE AND RIGID: | ||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including flexible strands or strips or discrete
connected sections which when fed from a coiled or collapsed storage position
form an elongated rigid shaft section extending from the storage
position and vice versa.
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109 | LAZY TONG EXTENSION UNIT: | ||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure comprising a series of diagonal levers pivoted
together at their mid-points and at their ends by which arrangement
the device as a whole can be extended and retracted.
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110 | SHAFT, VEHICLE SHELL ATTACHED; E.G., ANTENNA: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including an elongated member mounted on a part
of the shell of a vehicle body which can be projected or is fixedly
mounted to extend outwardly of the shell, which member is usually
disclosed as being an antenna.
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111 | MECHANISM OPERATED RELATIVELY MOVABLE SHAFT ASSEMBLY: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure comprising a rigid elongated member or construction
at least part of a section of which is movable relatively to another section
or to a base and mechanical motive means for applying power to affect
such movement, e.g., motor, spring, pulley, crank or cable.
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112 | Opposed barrier-engaging; e.g., rock drill column: | ||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Structure in which the terminal ends of shaft section which
are movable longitudinally each have on their outer ends means for
engaging opposed barriers, e.g., floor and ceiling of a mine.
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113 | With spring-actuated return: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Structure wherein spring means are provided to return the rigid elongated member or construction to an upright position after deflection by a transversely applied outside force. | |
114 | Moves about vertical axis: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Structure wherein the structure is mounted to move in a
substantially horizontal plane about an axis normal to said plane,
e.g., a rotatable building.
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115 | Fluid pressure actuated: | ||||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Structure wherein the means for moving the shaft includes
a motor utilizing a fluid as its source of power which motor is
connected to the shaft and its base.
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116 | Tilts relative to base: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Structure wherein the shaft is pivoted so as to allow it
to tilt relative to a base.
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117 | Relatively moving sections: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Structure wherein the shaft is divided into multiple discrete sections which may change their position with respect to each other. | |
118 | Telescoping: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 117. Structure wherein one of said sections is extensible from
within the other.
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119 | Lifting arm directly engages tower: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 117. Structure including a rigid member extending between the shaft and base and connected to one and slidably contacting the other, acting to elevate the shaft. | |
120 | Gin pole hoist: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 117. Structure including a cable passing over a drum or pulley
mounted on a vertical member acting to elevate the shaft or shaft
section.
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121 | Longitudinally extensible by flexible drive or hoist: | ||||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Structure wherein the elongated assembly is extended and
collapsed by means of a flexible cable, e.g., Bowden wire, or hoisted
by a cable.
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122.1 | WITH LIFTING OR HANDLING MEANS FOR PRIMARY COMPONENT OR ASSEMBLY: | ||||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including installed means which has utility for
raising or lowering a construction, or a primary component thereof
during in situ assembly, or for adjustment while in use.
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123.1 | Mast or enclosure section elevated to superimposed position: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 122.1. Structure wherein the installed means raises (a) a disconnected
elongated vertical shaft or group of shafts, i.e., a mast, or a
construction surrounding an area or volume to be occupied by persons,
animals, or goods, i.e., an enclosure section, to a vertically extending
position above a lower mast or enclosure section or, (b) a first
mast or enclosure section to make room for a similar disconnected
section below, the mast or enclosure sections in their superimposed
position being longitudinally joined to form an erected structure.
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124.1 | Vault component: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 122.1. Structure in which the primary component is a unit, e.g.,
the cover, of an enclosed receptacle capable of receiving an organic
or inorganic body for either burial or installment at a particular
site.
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124.2 | Having hand, hoist, or tackle engaging means embedded in settable material: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 124.1. Structure in which the installed means (a) is a separate
means for positively contacting, i.e., engaging, a living being"s
hand or a mechanical lifting, or grasping device and (b) is, or
is attached to an element that is, intimately surrounded and held,
i.e., embedded, in an initially fluent material which has hardened,
i.e., set, into a firm connection with the engaging means or element
all of which substantially forms the unit of the receptacle.
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125.1 | Lift slab: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 122.1. Structure wherein the construction or primary component
is a horizontal barrier which is specifically configured to be elevated
from a stack, or point of manufacture to a final, in-use position
in a building or other construction such that during elevation the
barrier maintains a horizontal orientation.
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125.2 | Construction or component having means to engage hand or cable-type lifting means: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 122.1. Structure in which the installed means is a means attached
to, integrally formed with, or embedded in the construction or primary
component for positively contacting, i.e., engaging, (a) a living
being"s hand, or (b) a flaccidly suspended or constructed
hoisting means.
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125.3 | Unitary engaging means in monolithic or single construction or component: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 125.2. Structure in which the construction or primary component
is formed from a monolithic or single piece of material having a
portion thereof which is given a specific shape to form the engaging
means.
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125.4 | Embedded in settable material: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 125.2. Structure in which the engaging means is, or is attached
to an element that is, intimately surrounded and held, i.e., embedded,
in an initially fluent material which has hardened, i.e., set, into
a firm connection with the engaging means or element all of which
substantially forms the construction or primary component.
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125.5 | Embedded socket element: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 125.4. Structure where the engaging means comprises a separate,
female type, or concave receiving chamber embedded in the construction
or primary component with the sides of the receiving chamber being
engaged by the hand or the hoisting means.
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125.6 | Engaging means cooperates with rigid, intermediate device which distributes load or lifts multiple components: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 125.2. Structure wherein the engaging means is connected to the cable type lifting means through a solid, i.e., rigid, element suspended from the cable type lifting means which element either (a) distributes the component"s load between plural locations on the element, or (b) lifts a plurality of components. | |
126.1 | Position adjusting means; e.g., leveling: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 122.1. Structure having installed means consisting of position
adjusting means (a) for moving a construction or primary component
thereof towards its final position, (b) for holding the construction
or component in its final position relative to a nonparallel subsurface,
or (c) for leveling the construction or component relative to a
support surface.
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126.2 | For service duct or outlet: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 126.1. Structure wherein the construction or primary component
is either (a) a conduit for water, fuel, heating or cooling fluids,
or electrical conductors, or (b) an outlet element for the conduit,
and the position adjusting means moves the conduit or the outlet
element relative to each other or the support surface.
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126.3 | For vertical barrier only: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 126.1. Structure wherein the construction or primary component
has its largest, generally planar, surface perpendicular to the
horizon, i.e., vertical, in its final assembled form and prevents
or inhibits the passage of persons, or things, i.e., acts as a barrier.
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126.4 | Threaded element engages support surface: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 126.3. Structure wherein the position adjusting means consists
of a helically ridged, i.e., threaded, element which contacts the
supporting surface and, through rotation of the threaded element, serves
to adjust the position of the vertical barrier.
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126.5 | For horizontal barrier only: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 126.1. Structure wherein the construction or primary component
has its largest, generally planar, surface parallel with the horizon,
i.e., horizontal, in its final assembled form and prevents or inhibits
the passage of persons or things, i.e., acts as a barrier.
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126.6 | Adjustable pedestal: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 126.5. Structure wherein the position adjusting means has a wide base which engages a lower supporting surface and holds an upper, relatively movable portion which engages the horizontal barrier. | |
126.7 | Threaded element engages support surface: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 126.1. Structure wherein the position adjusting means consists
of a helically ridged, i.e., threaded, element which contacts the
supporting surface and, through rotation of the threaded element, serves
to adjust the position of the construction or primary component
thereof.
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127.1 | WITH ADJUNCTIVE MEANS FOR ASSEMBLY OR DISASSEMBLY: | ||||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including means which facilitates the physical
positioning of a component in the static structure or its removal
therefrom and is not essential to the completed structure but is
in the nature of an accessory, i.e., an adjunct, which is useful
only in joining or uniting, i.e., assembling, the component to the structure,
or separating or dividing, i.e., disassembling, the component from
the structure.
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127.11 | Cam surface: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 127.7. Structure wherein the adjunctive means manipulates or provides
admittance to a sliding, wedging or rotating eccentric means, i.e.,
a camming means, which uses its sloped or eccentric face in the
assembly or disassembly of the structure.
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127.12 | Threaded engagement means: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 127.7. Structure wherein the tool manipulates, or is provided admittance
to a helically ridged element, i.e., a threaded element, whereby
the threaded element positively contacts and is used for assembly
or disassembly of the structure.
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127.2 | Removable prop or brace combined with structure component: | ||||||||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 127.1. Structure wherein the adjunctive means includes a removable,
compressive or tensile, element, i.e., a prop or brace, which bridges between
spaced parts of the static structure to support or hold the component
of the static structure during assembly of the structure.
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127.3 | Having component positioning means or control means for flowable material: | ||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 127.1. Structure wherein the adjunctive means (a) locates the component
relative to the static structure or another component thereof to
provide reaction against, space for, drying or setting time for,
or a shaping configuration to, a fluent substance, or (b) regulates
or directs the flow of the substance.
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127.4 | Opening or passageway for flowable material: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 127.3. Structure wherein the adjunctive means provides an ingress for the fluent material to enter into the component of the static structure. | |
127.5 | Specific hand or tool engaging surface on structure component: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 127.1. Structure wherein the adjunctive means includes a face on
the component of the static structure to be positively contacted,
i.e., engaged, directly by a hand of a living being or by a mechanical
force transmitting implement, i.e., a tool, during assembly or disassembly.
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127.6 | Panel and frame connection: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 127.5. Structure wherein a flat, planar component or assembly and
a peripheral framework component or assembly are joined together
and either of the components or assemblies, or a retaining trim
strip therefor, has the tool engaging face.
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127.7 | Structure includes tool or opening to provide access for a tool used in operating a locking, latching, attaching, or adjusting means: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 127.1. Structure wherein the adjunctive means includes either a
mechanical force transmitting implement, i.e., a tool, for manipulating
a securing, connecting, fastening, or regulating means during the
assembly or disassembly, or a tool admitting aperture which is only
used during the assembly, or disassembly.
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127.8 | Panel joined to or released from peripheral frame: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 127.7. Structure wherein the component is a flat, planar sheet of material to be attached to or removed from a surrounding framework without disassembling the framework. | |
127.9 | Tool operates swinging arm latch: |
| This subclass is indented under subclass 127.7. Structure wherein the adjunctive means manipulates or provides admittance to a connecting means having a pivot attaching it to one component and spaced engaging means adapted to engage a second component, i.e., a pivoted or swinging arm latching means. | |
128 | BURIAL VAULT: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under the class definition. Structure including means defining a receptacle having a
space which receives a dead body, casket or coffin at the burial
site for interment.
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129 | With corpse, or corpse product, treating feature: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 128. Structure including apparatus and materials for treating
the corpse or products, e.g., fluids and gasses emitted by it.
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130 | Disinfectant means: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 129. Structure including a disinfectant means acting to preserve
the corpse or to treat the corpse product.
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131 | With fluid guiding port from ambient: | ||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 128. Structure including an opening, e.g., port, in an outer
barrier of the receptacle which communicates the enclosed space
with the ambient atmosphere or earth.
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132 | With internal air director: | ||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 131. Structure including structure within the enclosed space
for directing circulating air.
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133 | Combined: | ||||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 128. Structure including means combined with the receptacle,
e.g., vault, having functions other than primarily forming the structure
of the receptacle or perfecting such structure for its primary purpose,
e.g., tombstones, transparent section, wheels, closure operations,
etc.
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134 | Mausoleum type: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 128. Structure, including a building construction in addition
to that forming the receptacle, e.g., a mausoleum.
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135 | Concentric barrier sections with dissimilar sealing lamina therebetween: | ||||||
| This subclass is indented under subclass 128. Structure including concentric inner and outer wall layers
with a sealing material that is different from the material of the
receptacles, e.g., asphalt or Portland cement, between the receptacles.
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