Locking boot for vehicle wheel
US10696270B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 7, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 15, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R25/23
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle locking boot includes a horizontal support arm and a first vertical support arm extending from the horizontal support arm. The first vertical support arm includes a front engagement protrusion extending therefrom. A receiving sleeve extends from the horizontal support arm at a base of the first vertical support arm. A horizontal extension portion is coupled to the horizontal support arm. A second vertical support arm extends from the horizontal extension portion along a direction orthogonal to the upper surface of the horizontal support arm. The second vertical support arm includes a rear engagement protrusion extending therefrom. The front engagement protrusion faces the rear engagement protrusion. A keypad is disposed on the first engagement portion. The keypad is configured to lock and unlock the horizontal extension portion. A lug nut blocking plate is coupled to the first vertical support arm above the first engagement protrusion.
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