Mechanism which enables accessories to receive power when attached to a vehicle bay divider
US12384311B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 18, 2022 |
| Grant date | Aug 12, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R11/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods are presented herein for a vehicle bay divider comprising a plurality of powered through openings configured to interface with a locking mechanism, where the locking mechanism affixes an accessory to the vehicle bay divider enabling a powered connection between at least one of the through openings and the powered accessory. Each of the through openings comprises at least one interface configured to provide power through physical leads or wirelessly. The locking mechanism may comprise tabs or pegs configured to be received by the through openings and secure the powered accessory to the vehicle bay divider. The locking mechanism may comprise a push-push assembly and linkages that cause the tabs or pegs to translate in opposing direction into engaged and disengaged positions.
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