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Vehicle rear illumination

US9802531B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateDec 20, 2016
Grant dateOct 31, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 20, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60Q2400/40
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle is presented that includes a lift gate operably connected to a body and operable between open and closed positions. A taillight is positioned at a rear end of the body. A cargo lamp is positioned on an inboard surface of the taillight such that the cargo lamp is concealed when the lift gate is in the closed position.

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