Patent · US Expired

Overhead console assembly

US6957839B1 · kind B1 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateSep 24, 2004
Grant dateOct 25, 2005
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Expiry dateSep 24, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05B83/32
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An overhead console assembly and headliner combination for a vehicle includes a headliner having an upper surface, a lower surface and an elongated channel formed therein. An overhead console mounting arrangement securable to the headliner including opposing first and second rails having a rail extension and a power connector arrangement in communication with a vehicle electrical system. One or more accessory modules are selectively positionable and removably attachable to the opposing first and second rails with an accessory module mounting arrangement. The accessory module including a module housing, a door pivotally mounted to the housing and a storage area defined within the housing configured to receive and store items. The accessory module includes at least one electrical connector disposed on an outer surface of the module housing which engages the power connector arrangement on one of the opposing first and second rails to supply power to the accessory module.

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