Apparatus for covering an opening defined in a structure
US5174353A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 1991 |
| Grant date | Dec 29, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J7/104
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cover (10) including a generally L-shaped end plate (20) for stretching and fastening the cover (10) to a frame structure (30). End plate (20) is lockable into a fixed, stretching position with respect to the frame structure (30). Different locking arrangements for accomplishing this are disclosed. Structure (160) is provided for mounting the frame structure (30) to the box of a pickup truck or an equivalent apparatus. Structure is also provided for preventing the cover (10) from ballooning during use.
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