Insert for the map pocket of a motor vehicle
US6116672A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 1997 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R7/046
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An adapter ring useable in a door or map pocket having an orientation within a vehicle is disclosed. The adapter ring is fittable within the door pocket to support a configured bin of standard design within the door pocket irrespective of the orientation of the door pocket. The adapter ring includes a peripheral flange having an outer edge adapted for cooperation with the door pocket to support the adapter ring in the door pocket. The peripheral flange also has an inner edge adapted for cooperation with at least a portion of the configured bin to support the bin within the door pocket. A vehicle door assembly utilizing the adapter ring for optimizing the storage capacity of a door pocket is also disclosed. Also disclosed are various inserts fittable within a door pocket for optimizing the storage capacity of the door pocket.
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