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Integrated vehicle storage arrangement

US7097224B2 · kind B2 · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateSep 22, 2004
Grant dateAug 29, 2006
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Expiry dateOct 20, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R9/00
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An integrated storage arrangement for a vehicle having a cargo bed with a load floor positioned external to a passenger cab of the vehicle is provided. The storage arrangement includes an access opening positioned in the load floor of the cargo bed. A storage recess is positioned in relation to and accessible through the access opening. The storage recess includes a drain assembly and a container retention mechanism. A panel is moveably attached to the load floor of the cargo bed and is arranged to cover the access opening such that in a closed position, the cover is positioned substantially parallel to and flush with the cargo bed load floor.

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