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Tire-mounted step stool

US9821716B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 12, 2016
Grant dateNov 21, 2017
Priority date
Expiry dateJul 12, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R3/007
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The tire-mounted step stool is a step is adapted for use with a tire of a vehicle. When the tire-mounted step stool is secured to the tire, the tire-mounted step stool forms a platform upon which a person can step to gain access to the roof or engine compartment of the vehicle. The tire-mounted step stool comprises a first panel, a second panel, a first steel bar, a second steel bar, and a plurality of hinges. The first steel bar and the second steel bar are used to attach the first panel to the second panel. The plurality of hinges is used to make the stated attachments in such a manner that the tire-mounted step stool is collapsible.

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