Storage tote with electrical outlets
US10897149B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 28, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 19, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 28, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02J50/40
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A storage tote assembly includes a lower storage bin, an upper storage tote that is selectively attachable to the lower storage bin, and at least one electrical power outlet inside the lower storage bin. The lower storage bin has a bottom panel and at least one bin sidewall that extends up from the bottom panel to define the lower storage chamber. The upper storage tote has a lower portion that selectively engages the bin sidewall at an open top thereof. The lower portion of the storage tote and at least one tote sidewall cooperate to define an upper storage area for loose articles. The power outlet is energized by an external power source or an onboard power supply, to provide electrical power to a portable electrical or electronic device.
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