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Storage bin for a vehicle interior

US11214201B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 15, 2020
Grant dateJan 4, 2022
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Expiry dateJul 28, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R7/04
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A storage bin for a vehicle interior having an adaptable object fixation device includes a guiding plate and a plurality of pins defining a pin matrix, wherein each pin is provided with a guide section and wherein the guiding plate is provided with a plurality of through holes, each of which defines a guide hole for receiving the guide section of an associated pin. The pins are individually movably mounted to the guiding plate. Each of the pins is provided with a magnetic end portion at the lower end of the guide section. The guiding plate is made of or includes a ferrous material. The adaptable object fixation device further includes a base plate made of or including a ferrous material. A non-ferrous reset plate is movably arranged between the guiding plate and the base plate below the magnetic end portions of the pins.

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