Upper coupler assembly
US9834264B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 18, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D53/0842
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An upper coupler assembly for use with a trailer includes an apron assembly and a grid assembly coupled with the apron assembly. The apron assembly is arranged to engage a coupling of a vehicle to cause the coupling to be aligned with the grid assembly when the upper coupler is being coupled with the vehicle. The grid assembly couples the upper coupler assembly with the coupling of the vehicle.
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