Patent · US Expired

Strap assembly and bracket for a securing and storing system

US5730346A · kind A · utility

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21Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateDec 5, 1996
Grant dateMar 24, 1998
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Expiry dateDec 5, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R9/048
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A strap assembly is provided for securing an object adjacent to a vehicle. The strap assembly includes an elongated strap of predetermined length. An anchor is attached to the strap at a location along its length. The anchor is shaped to be captured by panels of a vehicle so that opposed ends of the strap extend outwardly from the vehicle. A fastener is connected to one of the opposed ends of the strap and is adapted for connecting the ends to secure one or more objects. A bracket is preferably provided so that the strap assembly can be used to secure objects adjacent to a structure. In a preferred embodiment, the strap assembly and bracket are provided in the form of a kit so that the strap assembly can be used to secure objects adjacent to a vehicle or adjacent to a structure.

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