Splashguard
US7213843B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/182
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Certain embodiments of the present invention comprises a splashguard for use in controlling tire splashes of a vehicle. The splashguard comprises a main plate that is attachable to a vehicle. The main plate has a top and bottom. An insert is attached to the bottom of the main plate. The insert is adapted to protect the plate from abrasion and wear. A hanger is mounted to the top of the first plate. The splashguard further comprises a method of creating a splashguard that comprises providing a hanger and molding a plate around a portion of the hanger. An insert is attached to the plate. The insert and the plate form a splashguard assembly that is attached to the vehicle through the hanger.
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