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Overhead console with storage unit insert

US8646825B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 31, 2012
Grant dateFeb 11, 2014
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2011/0082
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present disclosure provides an overhead console for a motor vehicle that can firmly hold, store and allow viewing of a portable electronic device. The overhead console can include a sunglass storage bin that is pivotally attached to an overhead console storage structure, the sunglass storage bin having a closed position and an open position. The console can also include a storage unit insert that is attached to and located at least partially within the sunglass storage bin. The storage unit insert can be dimensioned to hold a portable electronic device within the sunglass storage bin and allow the device to be stored out of view when the sunglass storage bin is in the closed position and allow viewing of the electronic device when the sunglass storage bin is in the open position.

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