Patent · US Expired

Adjustable storage system for a vehicle

US5161700A · kind A · utility

76Cited by
16References
25Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 28, 1991
Grant dateNov 10, 1992
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Expiry dateJan 28, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S224/925
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An adjustable storage system is provided which includes a flat base, an upstanding fixed side attached to the base, and an adjustable slideable side which slides laterally on the base and cooperates with the fixed side to provide lateral support and containment for packages placed therebetween. A guiding mechanism allows the sliding side to move freely. The system further includes a locking mechanism to secure the slideable side in a given location. The slideable side also includes a hand grip and thumb control button operably connected to the locking mechanism to lock and unlock the slideable side. The preferred embodiment also includes a telescoping member which extends between the fixed and slideable sides to support the sides and to prevent packages from tipping.

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