Device for connecting a flat wiper blade to wiper arms
US8286298B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 9, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 16, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 17, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60S2001/4061
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various embodiments of a device for connecting a flat wiper blade to various wiper arms are provided. In one embodiment, the connecting device includes: a joint fixed to a frame of a flat wiper blade; a bracket snap-mounted on the joint; and an adaptor mounted to the bracket. The bracket has a pivot shaft extending perpendicular to a length direction of the frame and having a pivot bore therethrough. The adaptor has a pair of side wall portions. Fitting apertures are perforated in the side wall portions. The adaptor is mounted to the bracket in such a manner that both ends of the pivot shaft are fitted to the fitting apertures. The adaptor is configured to be suitable for differently-configured distal ends of the wiper arms. The connecting device connects a single flat wiper blade to various wiper arms.
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