Automotive vehicle foot rest
US6318785A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 13, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 13, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/0228
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A motor vehicle foot rest includes a movable foot rest panel, a driving mechanism and an actuator. In another aspect of the present invention, a flexible and linearly movable cable pushes or pulls a linearly movable slide capable of raising or lowering a foot rest panel. A further aspect of the present invention provides a linearly movable slide which is coupled to an elongated and relatively stationary track.
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