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Window module for mounting in flexible fabric of soft topped vehicles

US5560671A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 17, 1995
Grant dateOct 1, 1996
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Expiry dateJan 17, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60J1/1853
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A rigid sliding window is provided for the soft tops of soft topped vehicles such as soft topped cars and boats or even tent trailers. It may be attached directly into the soft top side curtain or into a rigid side frame or inner structural frame. The window module comprises a fixed window panel, a sliding window panel and a slim line frame for the panels. The fixed window panel and an outer flange of the frame are fixed directly to the soft fabric of the soft top, the outer flange of the frame being sandwiched between an outer margin of the fixed panel and the fabric of the soft top. The frame also provides a channel in which the sliding panel runs. In the region of the sliding panel in its closed position the outer flange of the frame is fastened directly to the fabric of the soft top.

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