Shock absorbing trailer hitch
US5836603A · kind A · utility
17Cited by
4References
6Claims
0Family size
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 3, 1997 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/50
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A trailer hitch assembly for attachment to a vehicle and trailer is provided with a fixed support member attached to the vehicle. A floating hitch member is attached to the trailer. Variable pressure air shock absorbers interconnect the hitch and support. Rollers on the floating hitch member engage with guide tracks on the support member to control movement of the assembly.
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