Cargo access and retention system for a passenger vehicle
US8215691B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R5/041
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved access and retention system for sedans includes a protective cover for safeguarding a lower peripheral region of a rear cargo region while loading, unloading, and transporting cargo. The protective cover can conveniently and remotely stow within the cargo region. An integral tie-down assembly, exposed by deploying the protective cover, secures cargo loaded in the rear cargo region and cargo placed along the protective cover. The system also includes a double hinging rear closure member which has a rear facing portion which can be locked in open and closed positions. Arranging the rear facing portion in the open position is particularly advantageous for hauling oversized cargo articles which may extend from the rear of the vehicle.
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