Forwardly and rearwardly folding roll-over protection structure
US9889811B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 8, 2017 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2200/223
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A foldable roll-over protection structure is provided for use on a vehicle movable in a generally fore-and-aft direction. The foldable roll-over protection structure includes a frame comprising a base section and an upper section. The base section is connectable to the vehicle. The upper section is swingable relative to the base section between a forward position in which the upper section projects forwardly from the base section, a rearward position in which the upper section projects rearwardly from the base section, and an upright position positioned between the forward and rearward positions. A hinge assembly swingably interconnects the sections of the frame. The hinge assembly is configured to releasably secure the upper section in each of the positions of the upper section.
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