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Coupler for towed vehicles

US8083250B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 8, 2010
Grant dateDec 27, 2011
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Expiry dateDec 8, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60D1/60
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus, methods, and other examples associated with a hitch ball coupler are described herein. In one example, a coupler includes a body and a cap. The body and cap are pivotally connected on a first end. The body includes a first recess and a shoulder. The cap is selectively moveable between a closed position and an open position. The cap includes a second recess that selectively forms a socket with the first recess, and an arm extending from a second end that engages the shoulder when the cap is in the open position.

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