Moveable stowage assembly
US6679407B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 15, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jan 20, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 12, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R9/042
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A moveable stowage for a ladder or other equipment on top of a vehicle comprises a stowage frame and an outer frame secured pivotally at its forward end. The moveable stowage may be releasably secured in the stowed position or held in an access position. The stowage frame is adapted to slide on at least one pivot assembly from a substantially horizontal stowed position to an access position, and the forward end of the stowage frame is pivotally connected to the outer frame in order to slide along the outer frame thus enabling the stowage frame to reach an access position approaching the vertical. Other embodiments are described, which assist in counter balancing the stowage frame.
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