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Running board for vehicle

US8016309B2 · kind B2 · utility

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10Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 20, 2007
Grant dateSep 13, 2011
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Expiry dateMar 20, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C48/16
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A running board assembly for mounting to a vehicle such as a truck includes an extruded running board body and a cover member. Advantageously the extruded running board body is made from an extrudable plastic and the cover member is advantageously made of a material having the desired exterior finish. The cover member may be metallic and have the appearance of a chrome or polished finish. The cover extends over the upper and outboard surface of the running board body to provide the desired appearance characteristics. The running board assembly is affixed to the vehicle by a plurality of mounting brackets.

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