Universal hinge
US6594860B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 16, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 31, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/514
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A universal hinge with a base member having a smooth semi spherical upper surface and a lower mounting surface and a vertically extending cylindrical opening therein. An intermediate member has a lower cylindrical surface that is received in the base member, and a latching member carried by the base member secures the intermediate member to the base member for relative rotation. The remote end of the intermediate member is pivotally secured to a mounted member, and the remote end of the latter is formed for securement of an item such as a Bimini Top.
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