Spring clip for use in a convertible top having side tension cables
US7448667B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 3, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J7/1204
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A one piece rod spring clip is attached to a tensioning cable in a convertible top . The rod spring clip (40) includes a leg that is aligned with an end of the cable. The rod spring clip is secured to the one bow (38) of the convertible top and applies a biasing force to the end of the cable through the action of a flexure portion of the rod spring clip that applies an axial force to the cable.
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