Crossbar-to-vehicle coupler having adjustable toe angle
US10202083B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2011/0059
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A crossbar-to-vehicle coupler may include an intra-coupler toe adjustment mechanism. The toe adjustment mechanism may include a pair of structural frames connected at a pivot joint. In some examples, the frames may be secured by a securement mechanism and/or limited in rotation by a mechanical stop. In some examples, an outer housing of the coupler may be fixed to only one of the two frames. A detent mechanism may be provided, including the outer housing and one of the two frames.
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