Injection-molded plastic hitch step
US8727364B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 1, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R3/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A trailer hitch step, integrally injection-molded of a thermoplastic polymer compound, is capable of accepting a predetermined off-axis vertical load without an objectionable degree of torsional displacement, while capable of absorbing energy from rear impacts.
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