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Tailgate chain linkage

US12263774B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 22, 2021
Grant dateApr 1, 2025
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Expiry dateDec 6, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16G15/02
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A chain connector for use with a tailgate chain linkage of a machine. The chain connector comprises a first flange, a second flange and a web. The chain connector provided with a first pair of apertures for coupling the chain connector to the machine, and a plurality of second pairs of apertures for coupling the chain connector to a chain. An effective length of the tailgate chain linkage may be adjusted by coupling the chain with a selected second pair of apertures since the plurality of second pairs of apertures are disposed at a plurality of distances from the first pair of apertures.

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