IPC분류정보
국가/구분 |
United States(US) Patent
등록
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국제특허분류(IPC7판) |
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출원번호 |
US-0411047
(2003-04-09)
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등록번호 |
US-8328029
(2012-12-11)
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발명자
/ 주소 |
- Binsfeld, Arthur J.
- Oevermann, Michael A.
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출원인 / 주소 |
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대리인 / 주소 |
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인용정보 |
피인용 횟수 :
1 인용 특허 :
17 |
초록
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Exemplary embodiments provide a generally open-frame storage rack having a pair of overhead bridging lifts, each lift further having a pair of side opposed cables extending therefrom. The framework for the storage rack is fabricated using stock automotive exhaust components, which yields a synergist
Exemplary embodiments provide a generally open-frame storage rack having a pair of overhead bridging lifts, each lift further having a pair of side opposed cables extending therefrom. The framework for the storage rack is fabricated using stock automotive exhaust components, which yields a synergistic combination of ready reforming, substantial strength, low weight, and excellent corrosion and chemical resistance. The preferred rack structure is assembled from sufficiently short lengths to enable shipment using standard commercial carriers and rates. Additional novel features and combinations are also disclosed.
대표청구항
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1. A storage, inspection and repair rack for supporting motorized vehicles selected from the group comprising snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles and lawn tractors, said storage, inspection and repair rack comprising: first and second tubular bridges each having first and second flared ends and rising
1. A storage, inspection and repair rack for supporting motorized vehicles selected from the group comprising snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles and lawn tractors, said storage, inspection and repair rack comprising: first and second tubular bridges each having first and second flared ends and rising therefrom to an elevated central section;first, second, third and fourth tubular and generally vertical corner posts, each having a flared base and first and second generally transverse tubular connectors, said first tubular corner post coupled to said first tubular bridge first flared end, said second tubular corner post coupled to said first tubular bridge second flared end, said third tubular corner post coupled to said second tubular bridge first flared end, and said fourth tubular corner post coupled to said second tubular bridge second flared end;first, second, third and fourth tubular longitudinally extensive framing posts, each having first and second opposed ends forming tubular connectors that are coupled with ones of said first and second generally transverse tubular connectors of said first, second, third and fourth tubular corner posts;a first base member comprising flat stock between said first and second tubular corner posts coupled to said flared base of said first tubular corner post and extending therefrom between said first and second tubular corner posts and coupled to said flared base of said second tubular corner post; a plastic tube radially encompassing said first base member and coextensive therewith generally between said first and second tubular corner posts,a second base member coupled to said flared base of said third tubular corner post and extending therefrom between said third and fourth tubular corner posts and coupled to said flared base of said fourth tubular corner post;a first winch supported upon said first tubular corner post and having at least one cable extending therefrom wound partially thereon, said at least one cable passing from said winch to at least one pulley supported by said first tubular bridge; anda second winch supported upon said third tubular corner post and having at least one cable extending therefrom wound partially thereon, said at least one cable passing from said second winch to at least one pulley supported by said second tubular bridge,wherein said tubular bridges, said tubular vertical corner posts and said tubular longitudinally extensive framing posts are comprised by automotive exhaust stock tubing. 2. The storage, inspection and repair rack of claim 1 wherein said plastic tube comprises polyvinyl chloride tubing. 3. The storage, inspection and repair rack of claim 1 further comprising fasteners secured to said first tubular bridge first and second flared ends retaining said first and second flared ends in secure engagement with said first and second tubular corner post, respectively. 4. A storage, inspection and repair rack for supporting motorized vehicles selected from the group comprising snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles and lawn tractors, said storage, inspection and repair rack comprising: first and second tubular bridges each having first and second flared ends and rising therefrom to an elevated central section;first, second, third and fourth tubular and generally vertical corner posts, each having a flared base and first and second generally transverse tubular connectors, said first tubular corner post coupled to said first tubular bridge first flared end, said second tubular corner post coupled to said first tubular bridge second flared end, said third tubular corner post coupled to said second tubular bridge first flared end, and said fourth tubular corner post coupled to said second tubular bridge second flared end;first, second, third and fourth tubular longitudinally extensive framing posts, each having first and second opposed ends forming tubular connectors that are coupled with ones of said first and second generally transverse tubular connectors of said first, second, third and fourth tubular corner posts;a first base member coupled to said flared base of said first tubular corner post and extending therefrom between said first and second tubular corner posts and coupled to said flared base of said second tubular corner post;a second base member coupled to said flared base of said third tubular corner post and extending therefrom between said third and fourth tubular corner posts and coupled to said flared base of said fourth tubular corner post;a first winch supported upon said first tubular corner post and having at least one cable extending therefrom wound partially thereon, said at least one cable passing from said winch to at least one pulley supported by said first tubular bridge; anda second winch supported upon said third tubular corner post and having at least one cable extending therefrom wound partially thereon, said at least one cable passing from said second winch to at least one pulley supported by said second tubular bridge, wherein said tubular bridges, said tubular vertical corner posts and said tubular longitudinally extensive framing posts are comprised by automotive exhaust stock tubing. 5. In combination, a snowmobile storage, inspection, repair and display rack and a snowmobile having skis and a drive track suspended therefrom, comprising: a first archway adjacent said snowmobile skis;a first winch anchored relative to said first archway;a first flaccid member extending between said first winch and said snowmobile that engages and supports said snowmobile adjacent said first archway;a second archway adjacent said snowmobile drive track;a second winch anchored relative to said second archway;a second flaccid member extending between said second winch and said snowmobile that engages and supports said snowmobile adjacent said second archway;a longitudinally extensive spacer beneath said suspended snowmobile and rigidly supporting said first archway relative to said second archway and preventing relative movement therebetween; anda transversely extensive support longitudinally repositionable upon said longitudinally extensive spacer suitable for supporting a person thereon beneath said suspended snowmobile. 6. The combination of claim 5 further comprising a third flaccid member extending between said first winch and said snowmobile that engages and supports said snowmobile adjacent said first archway. 7. The combination of claim 6 wherein said first flaccid member engages said snowmobile adjacent a first one of said snowmobile skis. 8. The combination of claim 7 wherein said third flaccid member engages said snowmobile adjacent a second one of said snowmobile skis. 9. The combination of claim 8 further comprising a fourth flaccid member extending between said second winch and said snowmobile that engages and supports said snowmobile adjacent said second archway. 10. The combination of claim 9 wherein said second and fourth flaccid members engage said snowmobile adjacent said drive track. 11. The combination of claim 5 wherein said first and second archway are comprised by automotive exhaust stock tubing. 12. The combination of claim 5 wherein said first archway further comprises an arch and a base supporting said arch, said base radially encompassed by a plastic tube, whereby said snowmobile skis may be passed over said base without damaging said snowmobile skis and without damaging said base. 13. The combination of claim 12 wherein said plastic tube comprises polyvinyl chloride tubing. 14. The combination of claim 5 wherein said first archway further comprises an arch and a base supporting said arch, said base formed of a generally flat strip. 15. The combination of claim 5 wherein said longitudinally extensive spacer adjusts longitudinally.
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