Structure for protectively supporting an element that extends between relatively movable components
US8039744B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 25, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J5/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A protective support structure for enclosing and protecting an element includes a hollow shield and at least one pivotable end. The hollow shield has a section adapted to support a portion of the element. The pivotable end engages the hollow shield. The pivotable end has an axis of rotation around which the end pivots. The pivotable end further includes a bore having a centerline axis. The bore centerline axis is offset from the axis of rotation of the pivotable end.
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