Mechanically-adaptable hitch guide
US12384210B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 17, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 12, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D2001/005
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hitch guide is provided that has wide ranging use for a plurality of different types of vehicles. The hitch guide can include at least one moveable guiding member, at least one moveable locking member configured to lock the guiding member in at least one fixed position and configured to disengage from the guiding member to enable the guiding member to move freely within an extended, defined range of motion. In various embodiments, a force applied to a portion of the guiding member causes the locking member and the guiding member to engage to lock the guiding member in the fixed position. Further, a force applied to a release of the locking member disengages the locking member and the guiding member is released from the fixed position, which enables a greater range of rotational motion of the guiding member to accommodate tight turns of a vehicle with cart in tow.
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