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Method and apparatus for buttress stabilization and integrated illumination means

US8490939B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 2005
Grant dateJul 23, 2013
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Expiry dateAug 15, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA62B3/00
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method for stabilizing a vehicle in an unstable condition includes the steps of placing one or more beam-like structures at the floor pan or vehicle undercarriage of a damaged vehicle resting on its roof, side, or in an upright or other position, aligning the beam-like structure substantially parallel with the length of the vehicle, and securing the beam-like structure to the vehicle at one or more points, using hooks, straps, chains, or a similar securing mechanism.

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