Sliding load floor
US7121603B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 10, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P1/003
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A sliding load floor assembly for a motor vehicle comprises a sliding platform configured to receive a load floor and slidable along a support frame fixed to the vehicle. The support frame includes upper and lower flanges. An axle extends outward from the sliding platform, with a roller rotatably attached thereto and movable along the upper and lower flanges. The roller configuration elevates the sliding platform above a vehicle floor, while allowing the sliding platform the move between a stowed position and an extended position. A wedge is configured to exert a vertical force upon a portion of the sliding platform in the stowed position, thereby preventing vertical movement of the roller to reduce vibration. At least one detent member and at least one latch member are selectively engageable with one another to restrict movement of the sliding platform with respect to the support rail.
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