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Integrally molded polymer hitch step

US8851495B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateApr 3, 2014
Grant dateOct 7, 2014
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Expiry dateApr 3, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R3/02
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A trailer hitch step, integrally molded of a polymer compound, is capable of accepting a predetermined off-axis vertical load without an objectionable degree of torsional displacement, while also being capable of resiliently absorbing energy from rear impacts.

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