Apparatuses and methods for an automatic stepgate
US11358529B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 5, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D33/037
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatuses and methods for providing an automatic tailgate step are provided. The apparatuses may comprise a tailgate comprising a tailgate latch; a bumper; a trailer hitch; and at least two tailgate steps each comprising a foot step. As such, the tailgate latch may be affixed to the tailgate, such that when a user engages the tailgate latch when the tailgate is in a closed position the at least two tailgate steps are released, and wherein the at least two tailgate steps when released may freely swing clear of the bumper and the trailer hitch as the user pulls the tailgate down such that when the tailgate is in a fully open position the user may utilize the foot step of each tailgate step.
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