Vehicle handlebar heating system and method
US11110984B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62K21/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle handlebar heating system and method are provided, including a handlebar assembly having a hollow handlebar member defining an internal cavity, and a fluid heating system for circulating heated fluid through the hollow internal cavity. The handlebar member generally includes a central mounting portion, and first and second end portions extending from the central mounting portion. The handlebar assembly further includes a fluid inlet port and a fluid outlet port formed through the handlebar member. The fluid inlet port and the fluid outlet port are in fluid communication with the first cavity section and the second cavity section of the internal cavity. A fluid passageway is provided from the fluid inlet port to the fluid outlet port via the first and second cavity sections.
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