Latching system for a convertible top
US7377576B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S292/05
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A latching system for a convertible top of a motor vehicle. The latching system includes a keeper disposed proximate a windshield header and a latch pin actuated by a handle. The latching system is actuated between a latched position in which the latch pin engages the keeper and an unlatched position in which the latch pin is spaced apart from the keeper.
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