Patent · US Expired

Slidable bracket for luggage rack

US4244501A · kind A · utility

28Cited by
3References
8Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 18, 1979
Grant dateJan 13, 1981
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 18, 1999

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R9/045
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A bracket for association with an article carrier, such as a luggage carrier is adapted for sliding adjustment or positioning in a carrier track. The bracket includes a coin or screwdriver operated locking mechanism for locking the bracket anywhere along the length of the track wherein unauthorized adjustment of the bracket is prevented. The bracket may include suitable openings which receive tie-down straps or the like. The bracket is, also, contemplated as including suitable projections for detachably mounting a cross-strap thereto, to serve as a vehicle associated luggage rack, ski rack, or article carrier.

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