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Storage receptacle for use in automotive door lining

US6880874B1 · kind B1 · utility

12Cited by
15References
19Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 31, 2003
Grant dateApr 19, 2005
Priority date
Expiry dateOct 31, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R7/046
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A storage receptacle is usable in a map pocket without requiring an intermediate adapter ring. The storage receptacle only uses part of the storage space within the map pocket, and leaves the rest of the space available for maps or other personal items. The receptacle may be dimensioned to use less than half the space of the vehicle door pocket. In a selected illustrative embodiment, a storage receptacle is adapted to receive and store glasses therein, such as eyeglasses or sunglasses. The storage receptacle includes a receptacle case made from a strong plastic material, and may also include a liner made from a material such as foam padding, cloth, and/or flocking provided on an inner wall of the receptacle case, to protect glasses which may be stored therein.

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