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Cup holder assembly

US8915412B2 · kind B2 · utility

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14References

7Claims

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Assignee

TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC. · US

Inventors

Lauren M. Abro · Beverly Hills, US
Benjamin Warren Penner · Ann Arbor, US

Key dates

Filing date	Mar 28, 2012
Grant date	Dec 23, 2014
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Nov 9, 2032

Classification

Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
CPC primaryB60N3/101
WIPO fieldTransport
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A cup holder assembly for use in an automotive vehicle is provided. The cup holder assembly includes a panel and cup holder. The panel includes a top surface. The top surface includes at least one beverage container opening configured to receive a cup holder. A pocket is formed on the top surface of the panel and a cushion is disposed within the pocket. The panel may be covered with a skin such as a synthetic leather so as to cover the panel.

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