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Fastening device for an adjustable accessory

US11458907B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

Ford Global Technologies, LLC · US

Inventors

Frank Michel · Rosbach, DE
Jack Hooker · West Haven, US
Daniel Ares Martinez · Cologne, DE
Kilian Vas · Düsseldorf, DE

Key dates

Filing date	Jun 24, 2020
Grant date	Oct 4, 2022
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Oct 3, 2040

Classification

Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
CPC primaryB60R2011/0087
WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A fastening device for an adjustable display accessory in the region of the dashboard of a motor vehicle is provided. The accessory is movable into different positions relative to an operator. The fastening device pivots by a driver into an optimal position and when not in use is able to be pivoted back into a neutral position in which the driver is not disturbed, wherein at the same time the accessory may be lockable in its position such that in it maintains its set position despite vibrations. A pivoting arm which is rotatable about a fixed first axis is provided and a holder for the accessory is arranged on the free end of the pivoting arm. The holder is rotatable about a second axis provided on the pivoting arm and both the pivoting arm and the holder are lockable on their axes in a plurality of latched positions.

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