Integrated safety net for vehicle
US8465050B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An integrated safety net system for a recreational vehicle having a chassis with a step-through door opening. They safety net system includes a door having a forward end and a rearward end, and a hinge coupled between the rearward end of the door and the chassis of the vehicle. Upper and lower safety nets are coupled to the door forward of the hinge and coupled to the chassis of the vehicle on or rearward of the rearward side of the door opening. The safety net and the door are collectively and cooperatively movable as the rear-hinged door moves to the open position or closed position. The door includes a latch at the forward end of the door to provide one operational step to release or secure the door and the integrated safety nets to the chassis upon ingress or egress of the vehicle.
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