Snap in coupling assembly for a vehicle headlamp having a trim rim integral therewith
US4318161A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 16, 1979 |
| Grant date | Mar 2, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 16, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Q2200/32
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention relates to polymer sealed beam headlamp units having rims integral therewith, and more particularly to a unitary coupling assembly for securing these headlamp units to vehicles. The assembly includes an integrally rimmed headlamp having a plurality of couplers secured thereto. The couplers are integrally molded with the rim or attached thereto. The couplers have curved mating surfaces, centered about point for pivotal movement, which engage the surfaces of complementary couplers secured to a vehicle. The couplers are lockingly secured to each other and form a coupling for attaching the lamp to a vehicle. In a preferred embodiment the assembly employs adjustable couplers for the adjustable and/or preaimed attachment of a headlamp to a vehicle.
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