17986404. COLLAPSING TOW HOOK ASSEMBLIES AND VEHICLES INCLUDING SAME simplified abstract (Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha)

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COLLAPSING TOW HOOK ASSEMBLIES AND VEHICLES INCLUDING SAME

Organization Name

Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha

Inventor(s)

Jeremiah T. Hammer of Ann Arbor MI (US)

COLLAPSING TOW HOOK ASSEMBLIES AND VEHICLES INCLUDING SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17986404 titled 'COLLAPSING TOW HOOK ASSEMBLIES AND VEHICLES INCLUDING SAME

Simplified Explanation

The tow hook assembly described in the patent application includes a housing, a receiving member, and a pin. The pin allows for rotation of the receiving member with respect to the housing between an extended position and a rotated position. In the extended position, the pin prevents rotation of the receiving member in one direction, but upon application of a force exceeding a certain threshold, the pin deforms to allow rotation in the opposite direction.

  • The tow hook assembly includes a housing with an asymmetric opening and a cam surface.
  • A pin is used to couple the receiving member to the housing, allowing for rotation between extended and rotated positions.
  • In the extended position, the pin prevents rotation in one direction, but deforms against the cam surface under force to allow rotation in the opposite direction.

Potential Applications

The tow hook assembly could be used in various vehicles for towing purposes, such as trucks, SUVs, and off-road vehicles.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of securely attaching a tow hook to a vehicle while allowing for easy rotation when needed.

Benefits

The tow hook assembly provides a secure attachment point for towing, with the ability to rotate the hook in different directions as required.

Potential Commercial Applications

One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the automotive industry for manufacturing tow hooks for vehicles.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art for this technology could be existing tow hook assemblies with fixed attachment points that do not allow for rotation.

Unanswered Questions

How does this tow hook assembly compare to traditional fixed tow hooks in terms of durability and ease of use?

The tow hook assembly described in the patent application offers the advantage of allowing rotation, but it is essential to determine how this feature affects its overall durability and ease of use compared to traditional fixed tow hooks.

Are there any specific weight or force requirements for the tow hook assembly to function correctly?

It is crucial to understand the specific weight or force thresholds at which the pin deforms against the cam surface to allow rotation of the receiving member. This information would be essential for determining the practical applications and limitations of the tow hook assembly.


Original Abstract Submitted

A tow hook assembly including a housing, a receiving member, and a pin. The housing includes a side wall defining an asymmetric opening having a cam surface and an end wall. The pin is rotatably couples the receiving member to the housing between an extended position and a rotated position. The pin includes an extended portion received within the asymmetric opening of the housing. In the extended position, the extended portion abuts against the end wall to inhibit rotation of the receiving member with respect to the housing in a first direction. Upon an application of a force exceeding a predetermined threshold, the extended portion abuts and deforms against the cam surface to permit rotation of the receiving member in a second direction opposite the first direction to rotate the receiving member from the extended position towards the rotated position.

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