Gooseneck coupler with slideable locking members and clinch
US8783706B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 18, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D53/065
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gooseneck coupler may be used on a towing vehicle to help tow certain types of towed vehicles, such as trailers. The gooseneck coupler may include a first member, a second member pivotally attached to the first member, where the second member is capable of pivoting relative to the first member from a first position to a second position. The gooseneck coupler may also include an opening in the first member, the opening sized to receive a hitch ball, and a clinch mechanism located within the opening where the hitch ball is wedged between the clinch mechanism and the second member when the second member is in the second position relative to the first member.
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