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Main bearing unit for a convertible folding top

US6533345B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 26, 2001
Grant dateMar 18, 2003
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Expiry dateJul 26, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60J7/12
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention relates to a main bearing unit for a convertible folding top, comprising a bearing plate, at least one kinematic pivot point of a folding-top linkage of the convertible folding top, which kinematic pivot point is mounted pivotably in the bearing plate, a linear force-introducing unit, a pin which is assigned to the folding-top linkage, wherein the linear force-introducing unit, in order to actuate the folding-top linkage, is in driving connection with the pin assigned to the folding-top linkage, and a hole in the bearing plate, wherein the force-introducing unit is held in the hole in the bearing plate and is integrated in the bearing plate.

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