Apparatus and methods for inhibiting the ingestion of suds by the HVAC system of a vehicle
US11465467B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 27, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/081
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In one aspect of the present disclosure, a barrier is disclosed that is configured for connection to a vehicle dash assembly including an HVAC opening defined by a flange. The barrier includes a body that is configured to obstruct a flow of suds into the HVAC opening, and at least one clip that is supported on the body. The body includes open upper and rear portions to allow for continued airflow through the HVAC opening, and the at least one clip includes first and second clip members defining a receiving space therebetween that is configured to receive the flange such that the first and second clip members are positioned on opposite sides of the flange.
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