Car top ski/snowboard carriers
US7152769B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 24, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R9/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automobile roof top carrier for securing equipment to an automobile rooftop includes a body made from a resilient material having a plurality of protrusions disposed about a top surface. The protrusions define a support surface for holding the equipment and also define a first and second support channel disposed substantially transverse to the support surface. Optionally, the sides of the body include a third and fourth support channel. One fastener is disposed around part of the carrier through the support channels and over the equipment and secures the equipment to the carrier block. A second fastener is disposed through the first and second support channels and secures the carrier to the vehicle roof. The protrusions prevent the fasteners from sliding relative to the carrier block.
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