Aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus
US8708398B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D35/007
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus is provided for use with vehicles having surfaces that are not streamlined. The apparatus including an exterior cover supported by moveable frames which in turn are supported by sets of supporting linkages. The moveable frames extend rearward and together with the exterior cover form a drag reducing shape for use in a drag reducing configuration and collapse for use in a space saving configuration.
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