Key system for a mirror assembly
US7240888B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 28, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/5761
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A locking system for adjustably mounting a mirror mounting support arm with a motor vehicle which includes a locking device for securing with a motor vehicle having a recess at one end for receiving an end of a support arm. The recess is formed with a stem having at least one key formed along its length. The support shaft end is formed with at least one slot which is sized and located to matingly fit with the key. The system also includes an anchor plate for securing with the vehicle which is also adapted to mount a support arm holder. The support arm holder includes a body portion having a shoulder adjacent one end and a recess. The recess is formed with a stem therein and a key along the stem. This recess is adapted to receive a second end of the support arm. In use, the first and second support arm ends are inserted into the recesses about the stems with the slots engaged by the keys. Adhesive is applied firmly securing the support shafts in fixed position with the locking device and the support arm holder.
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