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Quick release bimini hinge

US6907642B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 27, 2003
Grant dateJun 21, 2005
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Expiry dateJan 27, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2900/514
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A Bimini hinge with a base member having an upper surface and a lower mounting surface and a vertically extending cylindrical opening therein. An intermediate member has a lower cylindrical surface that is received in the base member, and a latching member carried by the intermediate member secures the intermediate member to the base member for relative indexed rotation. The remote end of the intermediate member is pivotally secured to a mounted member, and the remote end of the latter is formed for securement of an item such as a Bimini Top.

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