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Shuttle/transit bus with low floor

US10023243B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 3, 2016
Grant dateJul 17, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 3, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G3/061
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A cutaway bus is provided with a monocoque body attached to an OEM cab frame having the chassis removed. The bus body includes a horizontal frame to which panels are attached to define a continuous, non-stepped floor for the passenger area of the bus. The floor resides at a lower level than the OEM cab frame. The bus entryway is sloped and includes a deployable ramp for wheelchair ingress and egress.

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