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Rack tower for securing crossbars on top of a vehicle

US8393508B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 23, 2009
Grant dateMar 12, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 14, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R9/045
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A rack for carrying cargo on top of a vehicle includes a pair of crossbars. Each crossbar spans a pair of rails. The crossbars are connected to the rails by towers. Each tower has a claw assembly which is adjustable along two axes.

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