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Ball and socket trailer hitch assembly

US6481740B1 · kind B1 · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 12, 2001
Grant dateNov 19, 2002
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60D1/065
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A socket assembly for a trailer hitch includes a ball clamp member which has lateral arms or wings that limit the pivotal movement of the ball clamp member thereby improving the opportunity for the ball to properly fit in and totally seat within the cavity defined within the socket assembly.

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