Patent · US Expired

Composite floor for utility vehicle

US7004533B2 · kind B2 · utility

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39Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 29, 2001
Grant dateFeb 28, 2006
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Expiry dateAug 29, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D49/00
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

For a compact tractor, a composite molded plastic floor and fender structure is supported on a chassis of the vehicle. The floor and fender structure includes a foot supporting region, a seat supporting region and two fenders all formed of a composite RIM plastic material. The unitary floor and fender structure simplifies manufacture of the tractor as well as providing a lightweight, durable structure.

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