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Aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus

US8876191B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 8, 2013
Grant dateNov 4, 2014
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Expiry dateJul 8, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D35/007
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus for use with vehicles having downstream surfaces that are not streamlined. The apparatus includes folding panels that extend rearward for use in a drag reducing configuration and collapse for use in a space saving configuration.

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