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Aerodynamic drag reducing apparatus

US9346496B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 3, 2014
Grant dateMay 24, 2016
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Expiry dateNov 3, 2034

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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