Patent · US Expired

Convertible top

US5429409A · kind A · utility

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16References
29Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 4, 1993
Grant dateJul 4, 1995
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 4, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60J7/146
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A convertible top for an automotive vehicle is provided. This convertible top is coupled to the vehicle such that it moves between a raised operative position and a lowered storage position. When in the raised operative position, the convertible top covers the passenger compartment of the vehicle. When in the lowered storage position, the convertible top is stored in the rear seat area and is covered by a portion of the convertible top itself.

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