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Safety device for transporting oversized loads

US7316491B2 · kind B2 · utility

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26Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 25, 2006
Grant dateJan 8, 2008
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Expiry dateOct 25, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60Q2800/20
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention includes a method for improving driver safety in an oversized highway vehicle or highway vehicle with an oversized load. The method includes obtaining an oversized highway vehicle or highway vehicle with an oversized load that includes safety indicia illuminated by one or more EL lighting surfaces, and driving the vehicle on an highway.

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