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Removable storage arrangement for a vehicle

US9193290B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 20, 2012
Grant dateNov 24, 2015
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Expiry dateOct 18, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R11/06
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A cargo management system can include a receptacle and a removable storage device. The receptacle can be formed relative to an exterior panel of the vehicle and can have a rear wall spaced apart from an outer surface of the exterior panel. The outer surface can have a first contour. The removable storage device can be removably received in the receptacle and selectively secured to the vehicle. The storage device can include an upper portion, a lower portion and a latch mechanism. The upper portion can be pivotable relative to the lower portion to provide access to an interior of the storage device. The latch mechanism can selectively secure the storage device to the vehicle when in a stored position in the receptacle. An outer surface of the upper portion and the lower portion can include a second contour, where the second contour can substantially match the first contour.

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