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CLASS D12, TRANSPORTATION D9, Packages and Containers for Goods, subclasses 516 through 575 for disposable bottle, SECTION I - CLASS DEFINITION jug, or can. D10, Measuring, Testing or Signaling Instruments, This class provides for design patents claiming orna- subclass 107 for buoy; subclass 112 for igni- mental designs for: tion timing light; subclass 120 for vehicle siren or horn. Special Purpose Vehicle D11, Jewelry, Symbolic Insignia and Ornaments, subclasses 200 through 241 for vehicle seat Vehicle Drawn by Animal belt. D13, Equipment for Production, Distribution of Rail Vehicle Transformation of Energy, subclasses 112 through 116 for vehicle type electric motor; Telpher Carrier or Chair Lift subclasses 126-127 for ignition component. D15, Machines Not Elsewhere Specified, sub- Water Craft or Hull classes 1 through 6 for engine; subclasses 10- 33 for tractor, bulldozer or earth working Aircraft, Spacecraft, or Fuselage machinery; subclass 152 for oil collecting drip pan. Trailer or Trailer Body D16, Photography and Optical Equipment, subclass 137 for traffic light viewing prism. Cycle or Motorcycle D19, Office Supplies: Artists and Teachers Materi- als, subclasses 63 through 64 for flight trainer Perambulator, Invalid Chair or Stretcher or simulator. D20, Sales and Advertising Equipment, subclasses Tire 10 through 44 for vehicle attached sign; subclass 13 for registration or vehicle license Parts, Accessories, and Attachments For Vehicle Not plate; subclass 17, for road or highway sign. Elsewhere Specified D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, subclasses 424 through 435 for childs riding toy (1) Note. Design patents in this class are classi- vehicle; subclasses 447- 452 for toy aircraft or fied by what is claimed and shown in full spacecraft; subclass; subclasses 533-560 for lines only. Broken, hatched or stippled vehicle models or a toy representation of a lines, which may be included in design vehicle; 535 for toy stroller or baby carriage; patent drawings, are considered as environ- subclass 556 for toy forklift; subclass 563 for ment only. toy vehicle wheel; subclass 581 for action toy that includes animal and rider; subclasses 760- 770 for ski or non-motorized sport accessory SECTION II - REFERENCES TO OTHER such as skate, surfboard, snow board or aqua- CLASSES plane; subclass 779 for skateboard or roller- skate wheel. SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: D24, Medical and Laboratory Equipment, sub- D6, Furnishings, subclass 333 for infant or child s classes 183 through 184 for static patient sup- car seat; subclass 356 for vehicle type seat. port. D7, Equipment for Preparing or Serving Food or D29, Equipment for Safety, Protection, and Rescue, Drink not Elsewhere Specified, subclasses 619 subclass 124 for rescue type articles. through 625 for generic beverage container D34, Material of Article Handling Equipment, sub- holder. class 3 for trash compactor or vehicle trans- D8, Tools and Hardware, subclass 303 for handle- portable or pick up type refuses container; sub- bar grip or hand grip; subclasses 356 & 382 for classes 12-27 for hand cart; subclasses 28-34 cleat or chock hardware for boat; subclass 360 for forklift; subclass 29 for belt type conveyor; for pulley or pulley block; subclass 375 for subclass 30, for mobile aircraft stairs; subclass caster or wheel for a caster. 31 for vehicle jack or jack stand; subclass 32 ramp for a vehicle.

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The portion of a tire generally perpendicular to the tread SECTION III - GLOSSARY that is located between the hub or rim-contacting inner bead and the shoulder. BLOCK SIPE A portion of the tread surface set off from the surround- ing tread surface by grooves. A small slot molded into the road contacting surface tread elements usually having no apparent width and CIRCUMFERENTIAL represented in the drawing by an articulated single line on the tread surface. Extending along the road contacting surface and parallel to the sides. TREAD

EQUATORIAL The road contacting surface of a tire.

Relating to the centerline of the road contacting surface, SUBCLASSES running midway between and parallel to the sides of a tire. 1 SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLE: This subclass is indented under the class defini- GROOVE tion. Design for a conveyance or means for transportation for a specific task. A void, furrow, or channel in the tread surface that extends circumferentially, laterally or diagonally in a (1) Note. This subclass is the residual class straight, curved or zigzag direction. for all land vehicles not specifically pro- vided for in Class D12 or the excluded INNER BEAD subject matter outlined in the See or Search Notes below. The thickened inner boundary of a tire sidewall designed to contact a supporting hub or wheel rim. SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: D15, Machines Not Elsewhere Specified, LATERAL subclasses 1 through 6 for engine; subclasses 10-33 for tractor, bull- Extending in a direction perpendicular to the sides of a dozer, or earth working machinery. tire. D19, Office Supplies: Artists and Teach- ers Materials, subclasses 63 through NOTCH 64 for flight trainer or simulator. D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, A short, relatively wide indentation in one or both sides subclasses 424 through 435 for child of a groove or rib that does not fully transect the surface s riding toy vehicle; subclass 535 for on which it is located. toy stroller or baby carriage; subclass 556 for toy forklift; subclasses 760- RIB 770 for ski or non-motorized sport accessory such as skate, surfboard, A strip forming part of the road-contacting tread surface snow board or aquaplane; subclasses that extends around the tire, undivided by lateral or 533-560 for vehicle models or a toy diagonal grooves. representation of a vehicle. D29, Equipment for Safety, Protection, and SHOULDER Rescue, subclass 124 for rescue type articles. The transitional portion of a tire located between the D34, Material of Article Handling Equip- road-contacting surface and the sidewalls. ment, subclass 3 for trash compactor or vehicle transportable or pick-up SIDEWALL

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type refuses container; subclasses 12- D11, Jewelry, Symbolic Insignia and Orna- 27 for hand cart. ments, subclasses 200 through 241 for vehicle seat belt. 17 VEHICLE DRAWN BY ANIMAL: D29, Equipment for Safety, Protection, and This subclass is indented under the class defini- Rescue, subclass 124 for rescue type tion. Design for conveyance or means for articles. transportation that is pushed or pulled by an D34, Material of Article Handling Equip- animal. ment, subclass 29 for belt type conveyor; subclass 30 for mobile aircraft (1) Note. This subclass contains industrial stairs. designs for vehicles intended to be drawn by an animal or animals. Water- 82 MOTORCAR, BUS OR TRUCK: craft and aircraft excluded. This subclass is indented under the class definition. Design for land type conveyance or SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- means of transportation operated by motor. CLASS: 6 through 11 , for sleigh or sled SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: 300 through 318 , for watercraft D6, Furnishings, subclass 333 for infant 319 through 345 , for aircraft or spacecraft or child s car seat; subclass 356 for vehicle type seat. SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: D10, Measuring, Testing, or Signaling D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, Instruments, subclass 112 for ignition subclass 425 for cart or wagon; sub- timing light; subclass 120 for vehicle class 581 for action toy that includes siren or horn. animal and rider. D11, Jewelry, Symbolic Insignia and Orna- ments, subclasses 200 through 241 36 RAIL VEHICLE: for vehicle seat belt. This subclass is indented under the class defini- D13, Equipment for Production, Distribu- tion. Design for a conveyance or means for tion of Transformation of Energy sub- transportation that operates upon rigid tracks. classes 112 through 116 for vehicle type electric motor; subclasses 126- (1) Note. Includes Train. 127 for ignition component. D15, Machines Not Elsewhere Specified, SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: subclasses 1 through 6 for engine. D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, D20, Sales and Advertising Equipment, subclasses 424 through 435 for a subclass 13 for registration or vehicle riding toy vehicle; subclasses 540 and license plate; subclass 17 for road or 541 for toy rail vehicle. highway sign. D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, 52 TELPHER CARRIER OR CHAIR LIFT: subclasses 424 through 435 for toy This subclass is indented under the class defini- vehicle that is designed to hold a tion. Design for conveyance via enclosure or child; subclass 563 for toy vehicle series of chairs suspended from a cable. wheel; subclasses 760-770 for ski or non-motorized sport accessory such SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: as skate, subclasses 533-560 for vehi- D6, Furnishings, subclass 333 for infant cle models or toy representation of or child s car seat; subclass 356, for vehicle. vehicle type seat. D34, Material of Article Handling Equip- D7, Equipment for Preparing or Serving ment, subclass 31 for vehicle jack or Food or Drink not Elsewhere Speci- jack stand; subclass 32 ramp for vehi- fied, subclasses 619 through 625 for cle. generic beverage container holder. D8, Tools and Hardware, subclass 303 for handlebar grip or hand grip.

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D24, Medical and Laboratory Equipment, 101 TRAILER OR TRAILER BODY: subclasses 183 through 184 for static This subclass is indented under the class defini- patient Support. tion. Design for a non-motorized wheeled D29, Equipment for Safety, Protection and vehicle designed to be towed by another vehi- Rescue, subclass 124, for rescue type cle. articles.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- 159 Chassis element: CLASS: This subclass is indented under subclass 400. 6 through 11 , for snow vehicle trailer. Design for part or attachment for the frame of a 97, for truck semi-trailer. vehicle supported on springs that attaches to 100, for motor home. the axles and supports or holds the body and 156, for truck-mounted camper. motor.

SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: (1) Note. Includes shock absorber or spring. D21, Games, Toys, and Sports Equipment, subclass 558 for articulated type toy SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: vehicle that includes toy trailer. D21, Games, Toys, and Sports Goods, subclass 763 for roller skate chassis. 107 CYCLE OR MOTORCYCLE: This subclass is indented under the class defini- 160 Axle element: tion. Design for a unicycle, bicycle, or motor This subclass is indented under subclass 159. operated two or three-wheeled vehicle that may Design for part or attachment for the support- include a saddle type seat. ing shaft or vehicle member on or with which a wheel or set of wheels revolves. (1) Note. Includes only pedal, lever or engine-driven vehicle. 161 Bearing or fifth wheel: This subclass is indented under subclass 159. SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: Design that supports, guides and reduces the D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, friction of motion between fixed and moving subclass 432 for toy cycle or motorcy- vehicle or engine parts. cle; subclass 538 for toy representation of a cycle. 162 Draw element: This subclass is indented under subclass 159. 128 PERAMBULATOR, INVALID CHAIR OR Design for trailer type hitch. STRETCHER: This subclass is indented under the class defini- 163 Radiator, grille or bumper: tion. Design for baby buggy, wheel chair, This subclass is indented under subclass 400. walker, or manual type conveyance for trans- Design for an engine cooling device through porting the sick or injured. which water or other fluids circulate as coolant; a screen, divider, barrier, or decorative element SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: on the front end of a vehicle; or a rigid or flexi- D6, Furnishings, subclass 333 for infant ble bar or member attached to either end of a or child s car seat. vehicle to absorb impact in a collision. D8, Tools and Hardware, subclass 303 for handlebar grip or hand grip. (1) Note. Includes radiator casings and D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, assembly combinations. subclasses 424 through 435 for toy vehicle that is designed to hold a 164 Combined with hood or fender: child; subclass 535 for toy stroller or This subclass is indented under subclass 163. baby carriage; subclass 563 for toy Design that includes a covering or guard the vehicle wheel; subclass 779 for skate- covers the engine or wheels or the front mem- board or roller-skate wheel. bers of a vehicle.

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D7, Equipment for Preparing or Serving 165 Vertically elongated axis: Food or Drink not Elsewhere Speci- This subclass is indented under subclass 163. fied, subclasses 619 through 625 for Design that shows greater height than width. generic beverage container holder. D8, Tools and Hardware, subclass 303 for 166 Radiator or casing therefor: handlebar grip or hand grip; sub- This subclass is indented under subclass 165. classes 356 & 382 for cleat or chock Design that is directed to an engine cooling hardware for boat. device through which water of other fluids cir- D10, Measuring, Testing or Signaling culate as coolant. Instruments, subclass 107 for buoy; subclass 112 for ignition timing light; 167 Bumper or guard: subclass 120 for vehicle siren or horn. This subclass is indented under subclass 163. D11, Jewelry, Symbolic Insignia and Orna- Design for a rigid or flexible bar or member ments, subclasses 200 through 241 that attaches to either end of a vehicle to absorb for vehicle seat belt. impart in a collision. D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, subclasses 424 through 435 for riding 168 Boat fender: type toy vehicle; subclasses 542-547 This subclass is indented under subclass 167. for toy watercraft; subclasses766-770 Design directed to marine type. for ski, surfboard or water sled.

169 Vehicle attached front or rear type: 319 AIRCRAFT, SPACECDAFT, OR FUSE- This subclass is indented under subclass 167. LAGE: Design directed to automobile. This subclass is indented under the class definition. Design for conveyance or means of 170 Combined with grille: transportation within the atmosphere of the This subclass is indented under subclass 169. earth or space. Design that includes a screen, divider or barrier or decorative element for the front of a vehicle: (1) Note. Includes glider.

171 Grille or radiator guard: SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: This subclass is indented under subclass 169. D19, Office Supplies: Artists and Teach- Design for screen, divider or barrier protector. ers Materials, subclasses 63 through 64 for flight trainer or simulator. 172 Element or attachment: D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, This subclass is indented under subclass 167. subclasses 424 through 435 for riding Design for part or accessory member. type toy vehicle; subclasses 447- 452 for toy aircraft or spacecraft; sub- 173 Hood for motor vehicle: classes 533-560 for vehicle models or This subclass is indented under subclass 400. toy representation of vehicle. Design for cap or cover for front end of a D34, Material of Article Handling Equip- motor vehicle. ment, subclass 30 for mobile aircraft stairs; subclass 32 ramp for vehicle. 300 WATERCRAFT OR HULL: This subclass is indented under the class defini- 400 PARTS, ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH- tion. Design for boat or underside of a water MENTS NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED: type vessel or conveyance. This subclass is indented under the class definition. Design for vehicle type elements, SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: accessories or attachments not elsewhere pro- D6, Furnishings, subclass 356 for vehicle vided for. type seat. (1) Note. Includes parts, components, and accessories which exist only in connec-

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tion with a vehicle and cannot be placed vehicle jack or jack stand; subclass 32 in another class. ramp for vehicle.

SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: 401 Cover, canopy, or top: D6, Furnishings, subclass 333 for infant This subclass is indented under subclass 400. or child s car seat; subclass 356 for Design for vehicle attached tent, shelter or vehicle type seat. enclosure. D7, Equipment for Preparing or Serving Food or Drink not Elsewhere Speci- SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- fied, subclasses 619 through 625 for CLASS: generic beverage container holder. 190, for vehicle window awning. D8, Tools and Hardware, subclass 303 for 223, for fitting such as bow, stay, bracket. handlebar grip or hand grip. D10, Measuring, Testing, or Signaling SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: Instruments, subclass 112 for ignition D21, Games, Toys, and Sports Goods, sub- timing light; subclass 120 for vehicle classes 834 through 838 for tent. siren or horn. D11, Jewelry, Symbolic Insignia and Orna- 402 Cycle type: ments, subclasses 200 through 241 This subclass is indented under subclass 401. for vehicle seat belt. Design directed to two or three-wheeled vehi- D13, Equipment for Production, Distribu- cle only. tion of Transformation of Energy, subclasses 112 through 116 for vehi- (1) Note. Includes motorcycle. cle type electric motor; subclasses 126-127 for ignition component. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- D15, Machines Not Elsewhere Specified, CLASS: subclasses 1 through 6 for engine; 114 through 127 , for element or attach- subclass 152 for oil collecting drip ment for cycle or motorcycle. pan. D16, Photography and Optical Equipment, 403 Collapsible fabric tent, or size adjustable subclass 137 for traffic light viewing type. prism. This subclass is indented under subclass 401. D19, Office Supplies: Artists and Teach- Design constructed or fabricated from textile ers Materials, subclasses 63 through material or includes feature for volume change 64 for flight trainer or simulator. or articulation. D20, Sales and Advertising Equipment, subclass 13 for registration or vehicle (1) Note. Includes simulation of folding license plate; subclass 17 for road or convertible top. highway sign. D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: subclass 563 for toy vehicle wheel. D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, D24, Medical and Laboratory Equipment, subclasses 834 through 838 for tent. subclasses 183 through 184 for static patient support. 404 With window, door, or hatch. D29, Equipment for Safety, Protection, and This subclass is indented under subclass 401. Rescue, subclass 124 for rescue type Design that includes an exterior opening in the articles. sidewalls or roof to permit entry of the circula- D34, Material of Article Handling Equip- tion of air. ment, subclass 3 for trash compactor or vehicle transportable or pick up 405 Passenger door type: type refuses container; subclasses 12- This subclass is indented under subclass 404. 27 for hand cart; subclass 30 for Design that includes an exterior opening for the mobile aircraft stairs; subclass 31 for entrance or exit of a person or persons.

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406 Rack, carrier, or load barrier: SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- This subclass is indented under subclass 400. CLASS: Design directed to exterior mounted device for 414, for side rail or stanchion. holding or supporting articles for transport. 413 Fully enclosed: SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- This subclass is indented under subclass 412. CLASS: Design that completely surrounds articles. 415 through 426.1 , for interior type support or carrier SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 407 Cycle type: 410 through 413 , for fully enclosed or This subclass is indented under subclass 406. molded cycle type carrier. Design for device specific to supporting or holding a two or three-wheeled vehicle. 414 Side rail or barrier type: This subclass is indented under subclass 406. (1) Note. Includes basket. Design for vehicle mount that attaches to the side surface or a vehicle or designed to separate 408 Mounted to other vehicle: or divide sections. This subclass is indented under subclass 407. Design for device to support or hold a two or 414.1 Cargo or flatbed type: three-wheeled vehicle for attaching to another This subclass is indented under subclass 406. conveyance. Design designed to fit in the rear or loading area or a truck. 409 Fully enclosed: This subclass is indented under subclass 407. (1) Note. Includes carrier or accessory type Design that completely surrounds the cycle. compartment mountable in a truck cargo area or flatbed trailer. 410 Molded shell type: This subclass is indented under subclass 409. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- Design that is formed from a hard material and CLASS: included curved contours. 415 through 426.1 , for console or compartment design for a vehicle. 411 Beverage container holder or cage: This subclass is indented under subclass 407. 415 Console, compartment, or interior accessory Design for bottle or receptacle or support for mount. liquid such as water. This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Design for holder or support for supplemental (1) Note. Includes holder or cage in combi- items carried inside the passenger area of a nation with water bottle. vehicle.

SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: (1) Note. Includes here and, in the indented D7, Equipment for Preparing or Serving subclasses, vehicle attached desk. Food or Drink Not Elsewhere Speci- fied, subclass 510 for water bottle, per SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: se. D6, Furnishings, subclasses 407 through D9, Packages and Containers for Goods, 635 for vehicle mounted audiotapes, subclasses 516 through 575 for dis- disc, or media holder, per se. posable bottle, jug, or can. 416 Attachable to seat: 412 Roof or trunk mount type: This subclass is indented under subclass 415. This subclass is indented under subclass 406. Design specific to vehicle seat. Design for use on the exterior top or boot surface of a vehicle.

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SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: CLASS: D3, Travel Goods and Personal Belong- 421, for armrest. ings, subclasses 304 through 314 for open top bin, tray or basket; subclass 417 Attachable to visor: 315 for generic carrier or caddy. This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Design specific to vehicle type sun shield or 426 Compartment divider: adjustable sun protector. This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Design for devise used to separate or divide 418 Overhead type: storage areas. This subclass is indented under subclass 415. Design that for mounting to a vehicle ceiling. 426.1 Desk type: This subclass is indented under subclass 415. 419 With provision for beverage container: Design for flat or sloping writing surface for This subclass is indented under subclass 415. vehicle that may include enclosed storage. Design that included a depression or holder for bottle or can or receptacle for liquid. SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: D6, Furnishings, subclasses 406.3 through 420 Hook or bracket mount: 406.6 for lap desk. This subclass is indented under subclass 419. Design that includes a clip type provision or 500 TIRE: support for mounting. This subclass is indented under the class definition. Design for a hoop or resilient covering 421 Armrest type: fitted around a land vehicle wheel, usually This subclass is indented under subclass 415. filled with compressed air to reduce shock dur- Design for supporting the arm of vehicle pas- ing movement. senger. (1) Note. Sipe placement or configuration is (1) Note. Includes armrest, per se. not considered unless specifically noted.

422 Pocket type: (2) Note. See Glossary of Terms in the Class This subclass is indented under subclass 415. definition. Design that is substantially flat in the closed or empty condition. SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, sub- SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: classes 209.1 through 212 for tire D3, Travel Goods and Personal Belong- tread configurations. ings, subclass 303 for generic pocket D8, Tools and Hardware, subclass 375 for type storage container. caster or wheel for furniture caster. D21, Games, Toys and Sports Equipment, 423 Enclosed storage: subclass 563 for toy vehicle wheel; This subclass is indented under subclass 415. subclass 779 for skateboard or roller- Design that completely surrounds the con- skate wheel. tained article or articles. 501 Combined with wheel or wheel rim: 424 Combined with visible storage: This subclass is indented under subclass 500. This subclass is indented under subclass 423. Design that includes a circular structure or sup- Design that includes open bin or tray type area. port around which a tire is fitted.

425 Tray or open bin. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- This subclass is indented under subclass 415. CLASS: Design for supporting articles partially uncov- 202, for tire cover or support. ered or unenclosed.

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204 through 206 , for wheel or wheel cover. 207, for hub. 208, for rim.

502 With tread pattern: This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Design that includes an ornamental pattern or configuration shown on the road-contacting surface.

(1) Note. Unless specifically noted, sipe, shoulder, and sidewall configuration are not considered.

503 Simulative: This subclass is indented under subclass 502. Design for a tire tread that includes a symbol or representation of another article, either in form or as applied ornamentation. Typical asymmetrical tire tread.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: CLASS: 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, subclass 605, for simulative features on sidewall 209.8, 209.9, 455, and 456 for asym- portion of tire. metric tire.

504 Letter or number: 506 Tread pattern continues onto sidewall or tire This subclass is indented under subclass 503. is tubular in cross-section: Design that includes one or more numbers or This subclass is indented under subclass 505. characters of the alphabet. Design that shows no clear demarcation between the tread contact surface and the side- SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: wall or is circular in cross-section. D18, Printing and Office Machinery, subclasses 24 through 33 for type fonts 507 Repeating shape: or designs used in the printing arts. This subclass is indented under subclass 505. Design characterized by one or more geometric 505 Asymmetrical type: shapes that repeat throughout the tread surface. This subclass is indented under subclass 502. Design with tread pattern that shows a different SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- and unbalanced tread pattern configuration on CLASS: either side of the assumed equatorial center- 539, for directional type tire tread with line. repeating shape. 574, for nondirectional type tire tread with repeating shape.

508 Triangle: This subclass is indented under subclass 507. Design characterized by tread element having a three-sided shape.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 540, for directional type tire tread with repeating triangle.

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575, for nondirectional type tire with repeating triangle.

509 Circle or oval: This subclass is indented under subclass 507. Design characterized by tread element having a round or ovoid shape.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 541, for directional type tire tread with repeating circle or oval. Example of discrete tread blocks arrayed on a 576, for nondirectional type tire with plain asymmetrical tire tread surface. repeating circle or oval. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- 510 Square or rectangle: CLASS: This subclass is indented under subclass 507. 544, for directional type tire tread with Design characterized by tread element having tread block or rib array. four sides and four right angles. 579, for nondirectional type tire with tread block or rib array. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 513 Tessellated: 542, for directional type tire tread with This subclass is indented under subclass 505. repeating square or rectangle. Design characterized by an individual tread 577, for nondirectional type tire with element or elements placed or rotated into a repeating square or rectangle. mosaic type configuration and having a generally consistent pattern of voids between tread 511 Diamond or oblique rectangle: elements. This subclass is indented under subclass 507. Design characterized by tread element or elements having four sides and two acute and two obtuse angles.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 543, for directional type tire tread with repeating diamond or oblique rectangle. 578, for nondirectional type tire with repeating diamond or oblique rectangle. Example of tessellated, asymmetrical type tire tread.

512 Discrete tread blocks or ribs arrayed on a SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- plain surface: CLASS: This subclass is indented under subclass 505. 545, for directional type tire tread with tes- Design characterized by individual block- sellated or mosaic pattern. shaped tread elements or individual circumfer- 580, for nondirectional type tire tread with ential strips that protrude from a substantially tessellated pattern. flat background. 514 Circumferential groove width at least 10 (1) Note. May include an inconsequential percent of tread width: groove configuration. This subclass is indented under subclass 505. Design that shows one or more circumferential channels or furrows of substantial depth with a

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width that appears to be at least 10 percent of the roadway contact surface. 517 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 515. Design that shows the sides of the major circumferential groove(s) parallel with one another and with the outer edges of the tire tread.

518 Notchless: This subclass is indented under subclass 517. Design that shows no notch or sipe, minor groove, or other indentation in the major circumferential groove.

519 Uninterrupted circumferential rib: This subclass is indented under subclass 505. Example of an asymmetrical type tire tread having a cir- Design having a continuous major circumfer- cumferential groove width at least 10 percent of tread ential rib and which may contain notches or width. sipes that do not fully transect the rib.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 546, for directional type tire tread with circumferential groove at least 10 percent of tread width. 581, for nondirectional type tire with circumferential groove at least 10 percent of tread width.

515 Uninterrupted circumferential groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 505. Design that shows at least one major circumferential groove with sides that are continuous and not intersected by lateral or diagonal Example of uninterrupted cicumferential rib on asym- grooves. metrical type tire tread.

(1) Note. Groove intersection by sipes or SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- notches is not considered. CLASS: 551, for directional type tire tread with SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- uninterrupted circumferential rib. CLASS: 586, for nondirectional type tire with unin- 547, for directional type tire tread with terrupted circumferential rib. uninterrupted circumferential groove. 582, for nondirectional type tire with unin- SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: terrupted circumferential groove. 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, Dig. 3 for slits in tire treads. 516 Zigzag type: This subclass is indented under subclass 515. 520 Zigzag type: Design that shows an uninterrupted circumfer- This subclass is indented under subclass 519. ential groove or grooves that turn sharply in Design that shows an uninterrupted circumfer- alternating directions. ential rib or ribs that turn sharply in alternating directions.

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521 Fully transected by sipe: 523 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 519. This subclass is indented under subclass 519. Design that includes one or more lateral or Design wherein the sides of the major uninter- diagonal slits that cut completely across the rupted rib are substantially parallel with one major circumferential rib. another and with the outer edges of the tire tread.

524 Notchless: This subclass is indented under subclass 523. Design that shows no notch or sipe, minor groove, or other indentation in the major circumferential rib.

525 Lateral groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 505. Design characterized by substantial void channels or furrows in the tread that extend laterally (i.e., horizontally across) the tread surface.

Example of uninterrupted circumferential rib fully SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- transected by sipe. CLASS: 557, for directional type tire tread with lat- SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: eral groove. 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, Dig. 3 for 592, for nondirectional type tire with lat- slits in tire treads. eral groove.

522 Laterally opposed notches: 526 Combined lateral and diagonal grooves: This subclass is indented under subclass 519. This subclass is indented under subclass 525. Design that includes notches located directly Design that shows lateral and diagonal chan- across from one another along both sides of at nels or furrows. least one major circumferential rib, resulting in a repeating narrowed or hourglass rib configu- 527 Combined lateral, diagonal, and circumfer- ration. ential grooves: This subclass is indented under subclass 526. Design that shows lateral, diagonal, and circumferential channels or furrows.

528 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 527. Design wherein the major groove is defined by straight sides that are substantially parallel with one another and with the outer edges of the tire tread.

529 Combined lateral and circumferential grooves: This subclass is indented under subclass 525. Design that shows lateral and circumferential Example of latterally opposed notches in uninterrupted grooves. cicumferential rib on asymmetrical tire tread. 530 Diagonal groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 505. Design characterized by substantial void chan-

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nels or furrows in the tread that extend diagonally about the tread surface. 534 Tread pattern continues onto sidewall or tire is tubular in cross-section: SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- This subclass is indented under subclass 533. CLASS: Design that shows no clear demarcation 563, for directional type tire tread with between the tread contact surface and sidewall diagonal groove. or is circular in cross-section. 563, for directional type tire tread with diagonal groove. 535 Characterized by groove pattern: This subclass is indented under subclass 534. 531 Combined diagonal and circumferential Design substantially formed by channels or grooves: furrows in the tread surface. This subclass is indented under subclass 530. Design that includes a circumferential furrow 536 Characterized by block pattern: or channel. This subclass is indented under subclass 534. Design substantially formed by individual, 532 Straight sides: unconnected projecting shapes. This subclass is indented under subclass 531. Design wherein the major groove is defined by 537 Characterized by rib pattern: straight sides that are substantially parallel with This subclass is indented under subclass 534. one another and with the outer edges of the tire Design substantially formed by one or more tread. contiguous protruding strips in the tread surface. 533 Directional type: This subclass is indented under subclass 502. 538 Single rib: Design having a symmetrical pattern about the This subclass is indented under subclass 537. equatorial centerline with the configuration on Design that consists of a single strip wherein one side of the circumferential centerline being all elements are related by relatively substantial a mirror image of the side opposite, generally connections. resulting in a \'93V\'94- or \'93U\'94-shaped tread pattern. 539 Repeating shape: This subclass is indented under subclass 533. (1) Note. The configuration of the tread pat- Design characterized by one or more geometric tern shown will not be identical to that shapes that repeat throughout the tread surface. seen when the image is rotated 180 degrees about the center. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 507, for asymmetric type tire tread with repeating shape 574, for nondirectional type tire tread with repeating shape

540 Triangle: This subclass is indented under subclass 539. Design characterized by tread element having a three-sided shape.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 508, for asymmetric type tire tread with repeating triangle. 575, for nondirectional type tire tread with repeating triangle Typical directional type tire tread.

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541 Circle or oval: This subclass is indented under subclass 539. Design characterized by tread element having a round or ovoid shape.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 509, for asymmetric type tire tread with repeating circle or oval. 576, for nondirectional type tire tread with repeating circle or oval.

542 Square or rectangle: This subclass is indented under subclass 539. Example of discrete tread blocks arrayed on Design characterized by tread element having plain directional tire surface. four sides and four right angles. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: CLASS: 512, for asymmetric type tire tread with 510, for asymmetric type tire tread with discrete tread block or rib array. repeating square or rectangle. 579, for nondirectional tire tread with dis- 577, for nondirectional tire tread with crete tread block or rib array. repeating square or rectangle. 545 Tessellated: 543 Diamond or oblique rectangle: This subclass is indented under subclass 533. This subclass is indented under subclass 536. Design characterized by an individual tread Design characterized by tread element or ele- element or elements placed or rotated into a ments having four sides and two acute and two mosaic type configuration and having a gener- obtuse angles. ally consistent pattern of voids between tread elements. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 511, for asymmetric type tire tread with repeating diamond or oblique rectangle. 578, for nondirectional type tire tread with repeating diamond or oblique rectangle.

544 Discrete tread blocks or ribs arrayed on a plain surface: This subclass is indented under subclass 533. Design characterized by individual block- shaped tread elements or individual circumferential strips that protrude from a substantially Example of tessellated tie tread. flat background. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- (1) Note. May include an inconsequential CLASS: groove configuration. 513, for asymmetric type tire tread with tessellated pattern. 581, for nondirectional type tire tread with tessellated pattern.

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546 Circumferential groove width at least 10 percent of tread width: This subclass is indented under subclass 533. Design that shows one or more circumferential channels or furrows of substantial depth with a width that appears to be at least 10 percent of the roadway contact surface.

Example of directional type tire tread with uninterrupted equatorial circumferential groove.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 582, for nondirectional type tire tread with uninterrupted equatorial circumferential groove.

548 Zigzag type: Example of directional type tire tread having equatorial This subclass is indented under subclass 547. circumferential groove width at least 10 percent of tread Design that shows an equatorial circumferen- width. tial groove that turns sharply in alternating directions. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 549 Straight sides: 514, for asymmetric type tire tread with This subclass is indented under subclass 547. circumferential groove at least 10 per- Design wherein the sides of the uninterrupted cent of tread width. equatorial groove are substantially parallel 581, for nondirectional type tire tread with with one another and with the outer edges of circumferential groove at least 10 per- the tire tread. cent of tread width. 550 Notchless: 547 Uninterrupted equatorial circumferential This subclass is indented under subclass 549. groove: Design that shows no notch or sipe, minor This subclass is indented under subclass 533. groove, or other indentation in the equatorial Design having a continuous circumferential circumferential groove. groove along the equatorial centerline that is not intersected by lateral or diagonal groves. 551 Uninterrupted equatorial circumferential rib: (1) Note. The intersection of groove sides This subclass is indented under subclass 533. solely by sipes and or notches is not con- Design having a continuous circumferential rib sidered. along the centerline of the tread surface; the rib may contain notches or sipes that do not fully transect the rib.

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groove or other indentation in the major circumferential rib.

557 Lateral groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 533. Design characterized by substantial void channels or furrows in the tread that extend laterally (i.e., horizontally) across the tread surface.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: Example of directional type tire tread with uninterrupted 525, for asymmetrical type tire tread with equatorial circumferential rib. lateral groove. 592, for nondirectional type tire tread with SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- lateral groove. CLASS: 586, for nondirectional type tire tread with 558 Combined lateral and diagonal grooves: uninterrupted equatorial circumferen- This subclass is indented under subclass 557. tial rib. Design that shows lateral and diagonal channels or furrows. 552 Zigzag type: This subclass is indented under subclass 551. 559 Combined lateral, diagonal, and circumfer- Design that shows an equatorial circumferen- ential grooves: tial rib that turns sharply in alternating direc- This subclass is indented under subclass 558. tions. Design that shows lateral, diagonal, and circumferential channels or furrows. 553 Fully transected by sipe: This subclass is indented under subclass 551. 560 With interrupted equatorial circumferen- Design that includes one or more lateral or tial groove: diagonal slits that cut completely across the This subclass is indented under subclass 559. equatorial circumferential rib. Design that shows a groove at the centerline that is intersected by lateral or diagonal SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: grooves. 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, Dig. 3 for slits in tire treads.

554 Laterally opposed notches: This subclass is indented under subclass 551. Design that includes notches located directly across from one another along both sides of the equatorial circumferential rib, resulting in a repeating narrowed or hourglass rib configuration.

555 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 551. Design wherein the sides of the uninterrupted equatorial rib are substantially parallel with one another and with the outer edges of the tire tread.

556 Notchless: This subclass is indented under subclass 555. Design that shows no notch or sipe, minor

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SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 602, for nondirectional type tire tread with interrupted equatorial circumferential groove.

561 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 560. Design wherein the equatorial groove is defined by straight sides that are substantially parallel with one another and with the outer Example of directional type tire tread with interrupted edges of the tire tread. equatorial circumferential groove.

562 Combined lateral and circumferential 567 Straight sides: grooves: This subclass is indented under subclass 566. This subclass is indented under subclass 557. Design wherein the equatorial groove is Design that shows both lateral and circumfer- defined by straight sides that are substantially ential grooves. parallel with one another and with the outer edges of the tire tread. 563 Diagonal groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 533. 568 Nondirectional type: Design characterized by substantial void chan- This subclass is indented under subclass 502. nels or furrows in the tread that extend diago- Design that discloses a symmetrical pattern nally about the tread surface. about the equatorial centerline with the configuration on one side of the centerline being an SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- inverted mirror image of the side opposite. CLASS: 530, for asymmetrical type tire tread with (1) Note. The configuration of the tread pat- diagonal groove. tern shown will be identical to that seen 599, for nondirectional type tire tread with when the tire is rotated 180 degrees diagonal groove. about the center.

564 Combined diagonal and circumferential grooves: This subclass is indented under subclass 563. Design that includes a circumferential furrow or channel.

565 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 564. Design wherein the equatorial groove is defined by straight sides that are substantially parallel with one another and with the outer edges of the tire tread.

566 With interrupted equatorial circumferen- Typical nondirectional type tire tread. tial groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 564. 569 Tread pattern continues onto sidewall or tire Design that includes lateral or diagonal is tubular in cross-section: grooves that intersect the equatorial circumfer- This subclass is indented under subclass 568. ential groove. Design that discloses no clear demarcation between the tread contact surface and sidewall or is circular in cross-section.

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570 Characterized by groove pattern: SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- This subclass is indented under subclass 569. CLASS: Design substantially formed by channel or fur- 509, for asymmetric type tire tread with rows in the tread surface. repeating circle or oval. 541, for directional type tire tread with 571 Characterized by block pattern: repeating shape. This subclass is indented under subclass 569. Design substantially formed by projecting indi- 577 Square or rectangle: vidual, unconnected shapes. This subclass is indented under subclass 574. Design characterized by tread element having 572 Characterized by rib pattern: four sides and four right angles. This subclass is indented under subclass 569. Design substantially formed by projecting pro- SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- truding strips. CLASS: 510, for asymmetric type tire tread with 573 Single rib: repeating square or rectangle. This subclass is indented under subclass 572. 542, for directional type tire tread with Design that consists of a single strip wherein repeating square or rectangle. all elements are related by relatively substantial connections. 578 Diamond or oblique rectangle: This subclass is indented under subclass 574. 574 Repeating shape: Design characterized by tread element or ele- This subclass is indented under subclass 568. ments having four sides and two acute and two Design characterized by one or more simple obtuse angles. geometric shapes that repeat throughout the tread surface. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- 511, for asymmetric type tire tread with CLASS: repeating diamond or oblique rectan- 507, for asymmetric type tire tread with gle. repeating shape. 543, for directional type tire tread with 539, for directional type tire tread with repeating diamond or oblique rectan- repeating shape. gle.

575 Triangle: 579 Discrete tread blocks or ribs arrayed on This subclass is indented under subclass 574. plain surface: Design characterized by tread element having a This subclass is indented under subclass 568. three-sided shape. Design characterized by individual block- shaped tread elements or individual circumfer- SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- ential strips that protrude from a substantially CLASS: flat background. 508, for asymmetric type tire tread with repeating shape. (1) Note. May include an inconsequential 540, for directional type tire tread with groove configuration. repeating shape.

576 Circle or oval: This subclass is indented under subclass 574. Design characterized by tread element having a round or ovoid shape.

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SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 513, for asymmetrical type tire tread with tessellated pattern. 545, for directional type tire tread with tessellated pattern.

581 Circumferential groove width at least 10 percent of tread width: This subclass is indented under subclass 568. Design that shows one or more circumferential channels or furrows of substantial depth with a width that appears to be at least 10 percent of the roadway contact surface. Example of discrete tread blocks arrayed on plain, nondirectional type tire tread surface.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 512, for asymmetric type tire tread with discrete tread block or rib array. 544, for directional type tire tread with discrete tread block or rib array.

580 Tessellated: This subclass is indented under subclass 568. Example of nondirectional type tire tread with equato- Design characterized by an individual tread rial circumferential groove having groove width at least element or elements placed or rotated into a 10 percent of tread width. mosaic type configuration and having a generally consistent pattern of voids between tread SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- elements. CLASS: 514, for asymmetric type tire tread with circumferential groove at least 10 percent of tread width. 546, for directional type tire tread with circumferential groove at least 10 percent of tread width.

582 Uninterrupted equatorial circumferential groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 568. Design having a continuous circumferential groove along the equatorial centerline that is not intersected by lateral or diagonal groves.

(1) Note. The intersection of groove sides solely by sipes and or notches is not considered.

Example of tessellated nondirectional type tire tread.

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Example of nondirectional type tire tread with uninterrupted equatorial circumferential rib. Example of nondirectional type tire tread with uninterrupted equatorial circumferential SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- groove. CLASS: 519, for asymmetric type tire tread with SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- uninterrupted circumferential rib. CLASS: 551, for directional type tire tread with 515, for asymmetric type tire tread with uninterrupted circumferential rib. uninterrupted circumferential groove. 547, for directional type tire tread with SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: uninterrupted circumferential groove. 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, Dig. 3 for slits in tire treads. 583 Zigzag type: This subclass is indented under subclass 582. 587 Zigzag type: Design that shows an equatorial circumferen- This subclass is indented under subclass 586. tial groove that turns sharply in alternating Design that shows an equatorial circumferen- directions. tial rib that turns sharply in alternating directions. 584 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 582. 588 Fully transected by sipe: Design wherein the sides of the uninterrupted This subclass is indented under subclass 586. equatorial groove are substantially parallel Design that includes one or more lateral or with one another and with the outer edges of diagonal slits that cut completely across the the tire tread. equatorial circumferential rib.

585 Notchless: SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: This subclass is indented under subclass 584. 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, Dig. 3 for Design that shows no notch or sipe, minor slits in tire treads. groove, or other indentation in the uninterrupted equatorial groove. 589 Laterally opposed notches: This subclass is indented under subclass 586. 586 With uninterrupted equatorial circumferen- Design that includes notches located directly tial rib: across from one another along both sides of the This subclass is indented under subclass 568. equatorial circumferential rib, resulting in a Design having a continuous circumferential rib repeating narrowed or hourglass rib configura- along the centerline of the tread surface and tion. which may contain notches or sipes that do not fully transect the rib. 590 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 586. Design wherein the sides of the uninterrupted equatorial rib are substantially parallel with

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one another and with the outer edges of the tire tread.

591 Notchless: This subclass is indented under subclass 590. Design that shows no notch or sipe, minor groove or other indentation in the major circumferential rib.

592 Lateral groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 568. Design characterized by substantial void channels or furrows in the tread that extend laterally Example of nondirectional type tire tread with inter- (i.e., horizontally) across the tread surface. rupted equatorial circumferential groove.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- 597 Straight sides: CLASS: This subclass is indented under subclass 596. 525, for asymmetrical type tire tread with Design wherein the sides of the major equato- lateral groove. rial groove are substantially parallel with one 557, for directional type tire tread with lat- another and with the outer edges of the tire eral groove. tread.

593 Combined lateral and diagonal grooves: 598 Combined lateral and circumferential This subclass is indented under subclass 592. grooves: Design that shows both lateral and diagonal This subclass is indented under subclass 592. channels or furrows. Design that shows both lateral and circumferential grooves. 594 Combined lateral, diagonal, and circumferential grooves: 599 Diagonal groove: This subclass is indented under subclass 593. This subclass is indented under subclass 568. Design that shows lateral, diagonal and cir- Design characterized by a substantially void cumferential channels or furrows. channel or furrow that extends diagonally about the tread surface. 595 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 594. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- Design wherein the sides of the equatorial CLASS: uninterrupted groove are parallel with one 530, for asymmetrical type tire tread with another and with the outer edges of the tire diagonal groove. tread. 563, for directional type tire tread with diagonal groove. 596 With interrupted equatorial circumferential groove: 600 Combined diagonal and circumferential This subclass is indented under subclass 594. grooves: Design that shows a groove at the centerline This subclass is indented under subclass 599. that is intersected by lateral or diagonal Design that includes a circumferential furrow grooves. or channel.

601 Straight sides: This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Design wherein the major groove is defined by straight sides that are substantially parallel with one another and with the outer edges of the tire tread.

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244, Aeronautics and Astronautics, sub- 602 With interrupted equatorial circumferen- class 103S for hub or sidewall air- tial groove: diverting vanes on aircraft tires. This subclass is indented under subclass 600. Design that includes lateral or diagonal 606 Valve or valve stem: grooves that intersect the equatorial circumfer- This subclass is indented under subclass 604. ential groove. Design for the inflating stem or protruding shaft used for inflation. SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: (1) Note. Includes valve or stem in combina- 560, for directional type tire tread with tion with a dust cover or cap. interrupted equatorial circumferential groove. SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, sub- 603 Straight sides: classes 427 through 431 for valve This subclass is indented under subclass 602. stem and dust cap configurations. Design wherein the equatorial circumferential D10, Measuring, Testing or Signaling groove is defined by straight sides that are sub- Instruments, subclasses 85 through 86 stantially parallel with one another and with the for pressure gauge. outer edges of the tire tread. 607 Dust cover or cap: 604 Element or attachment: This subclass is indented under subclass 606. This subclass is indented under subclass 500. Design for protective, closing member that Design directed to parts or accessories for the attaches to an inflating valve or protruding designs classified in subclasses 500 through shaft. 603. 608 Anti-skid device: SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- This subclass is indented under subclass 604. CLASS: Design for traction enhancing device that 202, for tire cover or support. attaches to a tire tread or vehicle wheel. 204, for wheel or wheel cover. 205, for wire type spoke. CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS 207, for tire hub. 208, for tire rim. 900 TIRE TREAD INCLUDING FEATURE 501, for tire combined with wheel or wheel WITHIN GROOVE: rim. This subclass is indented under the class definition. Collection of design and utility patent 605 Sidewall or shoulder: cross-reference art showing distinct tire tread This subclass is indented under subclass 604. elements that are completely within the tread Design for portion of a tire comprising the groove recesses and that do not extend to the inner bead and non-road contacting edge or roadway contacting surfaces. side surface.

SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUB- CLASS: 206, for sidewall features having air- diverting vanes (e.g., aircraft tires). 503, for simulative tire tread.

SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, sub- Example of tire tread including feature within groove. classes 523 through 524 for sidewall inlays or covers.

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901 TIRE TREAD INCLUDING TIE BAR: This subclass is indented under the class definition Collection of design and utility patent cross-reference art showing features that span the void between two tread blocks and that are below the road-contacting surfaces of the tire tread.

Example of tire tread including tie bar feature.

SEE OR SEARCH CLASS: 152, Resilient Tires and Wheels, Dig. 1 for pebble ejectors.

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