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Windshield wiper frame connector which accommodates different size wiper arms

US5632059A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 13, 1995
Grant dateMay 27, 1997
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Expiry dateApr 13, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/591
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A windshield wiper frame connector for use in a windshield wiper assembly for motor vehicles which accommodates different size wiper arms, wherein the wiper frame connector includes a pair of slots, three pair of raised portions and a pair of stoppers on a pair of sidewalls for forming two pairs of spaces, upper and lower elongated seats, and an angled slot, a hole, and a bayonet lock tongue whereby a hook type wiper arm, or a pin type wiper arm, or a bayonet type wiper arm can be easily connected to a blade unit.

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