Support pad for a load carrier
US9975494B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 28, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R9/08
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A support pad for a vehicle roof load support system is disclosed where the support pad includes a base layer, a contact layer for contacting a load disposed on the support pad, and ribs extending between the base layer and the contact layer such that the contact layer is spaced from the base layer. The support pad is configured to flex in multiple directions to support the load disposed on the support pad.
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