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Trailer breakaway switch cable

US8701842B2 · kind B2 · utility

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18Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 25, 2010
Grant dateApr 22, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 3, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49863
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention relates generally to trailer and towing safety devices, and more particularly, but not necessarily entirely, to trailer automatic braking devices that initiate braking when a trailer becomes separated from its tow vehicle.

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