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Aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus

US7374230B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 30, 2006
Grant dateMay 20, 2008
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 30, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D35/001
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus for use with vehicles having downstream surfaces that are not streamlined. The apparatus consists of folding panels that extend rearward for use in a drag reducing configuration and collapse for use in a space saving configuration.

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