Patent · US Expired

Automotive console having a double hinged lid

US7114755B1 · kind B1 · utility

31Cited by
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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMay 19, 2005
Grant dateOct 3, 2006
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Expiry dateMay 19, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2011/0014
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An automotive console includes a console body adapted to be installed in the passenger compartment of a vehicle and includes a storage compartment having an opening for storing one or more items. The console further includes a console lid having a first lid portion pivotally coupled with the console body and movable relative thereto between an open and closed position. The console lid further includes a second lid portion pivotally coupled with the first lid portion and movable relative to the first lid portion between a first position and a second position. The second lid portion includes at least one convenience feature adapted for use by a second row occupant when the first lid portion is in the open position and the second lid portion is in the second position.

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