Removable retainer arrangements for flexible, vehicle tops
US6286888A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 24, 1997 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S160/08
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Retainer arrangements for removably attaching flexible tops to sports utility, convertible, and other vehicles. The arrangements include a belt or flange which is sewn or otherwise attached to the flexible top and a U-shaped channel which is formed on the vehicle body. In the preferred embodiments. the belt or flange is received in the U-shaped channel and a mating protuberance and recess arrangement is provided to removably lock the flange in the channel.
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