Heated anti-slip step for a motor vehicle
US7044487B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 25, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R3/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a heated anti-slip step for a motor vehicle. The step includes a metal tread plate having a plurality of grip structures extending upwardly from a top surface of the tread plate. A plurality of drain holes extend through the tread plate. An electrical resistance heater is disposed proximate to the tread plate and is operable to heat the step so as to melt any snow or ice that may be present on the step.
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