Folding storage assembly
US6565102B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 23, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S280/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A folding storage assembly includes a first panel having first and second end portions, a second panel having first and second end portions, and a third panel having first and second end portions. The first panel is pivotally connected to the second panel. In addition, the third panel is pivotally connected to the first panel. The folding storage assembly is movable between an in-use position and a stowed position. In the in-use position, the first panel extends laterally from the second end portion of the third panel and the second panel projects upward from the second end portion of the first panel. In the stowed position, the first and second panels are positioned substantially flush with the third panel. Moreover, the storage assembly may include at least one fastening member for fastening the assembly to the front wall of a basket. Therefore, the invention provides a folding storage assembly that can easily be fastened to a cart basket and can be secured in an open or stowed position to accommodate the needs of a shopper.
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