Multi-functional coupler for vehicle components
US11420687B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B5/0621
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-functional coupler for one or more vehicle components includes a shank, a head connected to the shank, a connector carried by the shank, and a tool. The tool is carried by the head or shank spaced from the connector, and the tool has a fastener engaging portion by which a fastener may be moved to install or remove the fastener from a component. The coupler may be used to both coupled together two or more components, and to remove fasteners or other connections via the tool of the coupler. Conveniently, as the coupler is normally installed on the vehicle to couple together two or more vehicle components, the coupler is readily available to a user wanting to remove fasteners compatible/drivable with the tool of the coupler.
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