Modular convertible top
US7523977B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 10, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J7/1291
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A removable top system for a vehicle having a front removable roof section and a rear removable roof section. Different removable roof coverings may be interchangeably combined to provide a complete roof for a sport utility vehicle having a permanent hoop dividing the front and rear roof sections. Soft top and hard top roof coverings are selectively provided. Different retraction mechanisms are disclosed for retracting and storing the removable roof sections.
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