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Tow adapter

US9114679B2 · kind B2 · utility

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11Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 15, 2013
Grant dateAug 25, 2015
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Expiry dateMar 15, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49959
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed is a tow adapter suitable for coupling a device to be towed to a towing vehicle. The tow adapter includes a bracket for attachment to the towing vehicle and a loop and hook for receiving a tether attached to the bracket, the hook attached to the bracket central of the loop. The tether is threaded through the loop and attached to the hook, thereby enabling the towing vehicle to tow the device.

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