Vehicle defroster system accessory
US5957770A · kind A · utility
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6References
3Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 26, 1998 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 26, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60S1/54
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A new vehicle defroster system accessory for increasing efficiency of a windshield defroster. The inventive device includes a pliable, generally rectangular shield having planar inner and outer surfaces. The shield is positioned over defroster vents of a vehicle and in contact with a lower portion of a windshield. A plurality of suctions cups are secured to the inner surface of the shield. The suction cups secure the shield to the windshield. A plurality of nodules are secured to the inner surface of the shield. The plurality of nodules elevate the shield above the windshield to allow passage of warm air therebeneath.
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