Vehicle bumper assemblies and associated towing assemblies
US6893063B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 1, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/565
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tow nut for a vehicle bumper assembly having an engagement portion by which a tow eye may be connected thereto and an attachment portion by which the tow nut may be attached to the assembly, characterized in that the tow nut is provided, between the engagement and attachment portions, with a zone of weakness whereby relative movement between the engagement portion and the assembly is permitted, under an impact condition.
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