Vehicle accessory combined hook and clip
US6457690B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 26, 2001 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 26, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/51
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A combined hook and clip includes a mounting housing which can be integrated into a vehicle panel or separately provided and which includes a recess for receiving a pivoted combined hook and clip. The hook and clip includes a mounting collar, which is pivotally mounted within the housing by a pivot pin, a downwardly and inwardly projecting leg extending from the mounting collar to a base. Extending integrally upwardly and outwardly from the base is a second leg which, together with the first leg and base, defines a generally U-shaped hook. Extending downwardly from the second leg and projecting below the base is a third leg with a gripper member facing the housing for defining a clip. A bias member retains the combined hook and clip within the recess of the housing and urges the clip into a gripping position.
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