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Retractable top system for vehicles with movable rear section

US6666495B2 · kind B2 · utility

19Cited by
5References
24Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateSep 13, 2001
Grant dateDec 23, 2003
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Expiry dateSep 13, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60J7/145
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle convertible system includes a roof section having a plurality of retractable panel and a movable rear section separate from the roof section defining part of a storage area for the retractable panels. The rear section includes a first rear panel and a second rear panel, with the second rear panel may include a window. A convertible system for SUVs (sports utility vehicles) and minivans is thus possible.

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