Latching device and accessory for vehicle
US12291906B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 11, 2023 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05B83/16
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A latching device for releasably latching to a support member is disclosed. The latching device has a housing with a first lateral wall, a second lateral wall, and a transverse wall extending between the first lateral wall and the second lateral wall. The first lateral wall and the second lateral wall define respective recesses with a first recess portion and a second recess portion. The first recess portion has a first width, and the second recess portion has a second width. The first width is larger than the second width. The first recess portion is configured for guiding the latching device when positioning the latching device relative to the support member. The second recess portion is shaped for receiving the support member when the latching device is latched to the support member. The latching device also has a rotary latching mechanism with a jaw, a pawl, and an actuator.
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