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Automotive vehicle bootwell and drain trough apparatus

US6145909A · kind A · utility

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38Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 2, 1999
Grant dateNov 14, 2000
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Expiry dateFeb 2, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60J7/20
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A preferred embodiment of an automotive vehicle apparatus includes a single piece bootwell and drain trough. In another aspect of the present invention, a bootwell, drain trough and drainage area are formed from plastic and have a generally rigid and freestanding construction. Yet another aspect of the present invention allows stowage of a convertible roof into the bootwell.

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