Liftgate mounting system and method
US12397697B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 29, 2022 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P1/4414
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for mounting a liftgate column on a vehicle comprises a plurality of buttons attached to an outer housing of the liftgate column, wherein the plurality of buttons are arranged to project outwardly from a mounting wall of the housing and mate with the plurality of keyholes of the vehicle. Where the vehicle is without corresponding keyholes, a mounting member having corresponding keyholes is disclosed for welding to the vehicle.
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