Multi-axis pivoting detent joint assembly for an exterior vehicle mirror
US7878477B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 22, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 26, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32368
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A mirror assembly comprising a mounting bracket for attachment to a vehicle exterior; a first pivot plate on the mounting bracket having a concave upper surface with a series of grooves formed therein; a support arm pivotally carried on the first pivot plate of the mounting bracket; and, a second pivot plate carried by the support arm having a base surface with a plurality of protruding teeth engaging the grooves in the first pivot plate so that a pivot gap is defined between the upper surface of the first pivot plate and the base surface of second pivot plate; whereby the pivot gap allows the teeth to both pivot and slide in the grooves of the first pivot plate so that the support arm is pivotal in a multi-axis arrangement with the mounting bracket to accommodate misalignment between the mounting bracket and the support arm during installation on a vehicle.
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