Hinged flexible cable coupler and roll tarp system
US11104214B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 25, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 31, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P7/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A roll tarp system for a truck or trailer having a container with a rear door. The roll tarp system includes a roll tarp mounted to an axle assembly and a cable coupler assembly coupled to the axle assembly. A flexible cable connects the cable coupler assembly to a rear arm which is pivotally attached to the rear door. The cable coupler assembly includes first and second hinge members and is rotatably coupled to the axle assembly to permit unrolling and rolling up of the tarp and to permit opening of the rear door in a sideways or upward direction. The cable coupler assembly may include one or more apertures to permit access to a manual drive shaft which passes through the cable coupler assembly.
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