Wheel opening closure system
US9469155B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60B2900/513
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle is provided with a hub and a collar. The hub extends longitudinally inward from a wheel. The collar is disposed over the hub and is mounted for translation relative to the hub. The vehicle also includes a panel assembly having a support and first and second panels. The support extends radially outward from the collar, and the first and second panels are each pivotally connected to opposing lateral edges of the support. The panels pivot between an expanded position and a collapsed position and translate radially for selectively closing a wheel opening.
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