Patent · US Expired

Clip lock visor

US6641198B2 · kind B2 · utility

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13Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateDec 4, 2002
Grant dateNov 4, 2003
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Expiry dateDec 4, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60J3/0278
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A sun visor, which generally includes a foundation which maybe folded unto itself to form two foundation halves, and an upholstery cover disposed over the foundation, the foundation halves include connecting elements which engage one another to secure the foundation halves together. Additionally, a frame member may be disposed between the folded foundation halves, the frame member including connecting elements which engage corresponding connecting elements of the foundation halves to secure the foundation halves to the frame member. For example, in one embodiment, a plurality of clips may be integrally formed in a pair of connecting strips which are each associated with a foundation half, the clips of the connecting strips engaging one another when the foundation halves are pressed together to secure the foundation halves together.

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