Convertible cover arrangement for vehicle cargo area
US6820915B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 24, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 24, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R3/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A convertible cargo bed cover can function as both a tonneau cover and a cargo bed cap. The cover is raised by motorized elements to be substantially aligned with a roof of a passenger cabin of the vehicle. Side and rear window panels stored inside the cover can be installed to transform the cover to a cap to enlarge available enclosed cargo space. Rear pillars are installed at the rear corners of the tonneau cover in its raised position to complete the installation.
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