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Patent No.:

US 8376450 B1

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Date of Patent:
Feb. 19, 2013

Filed:

Jan. 13, 2012
Applicants:

Jonathan C. Long, Matthews, NC (US);

Alan C. Lesesky, Charlotte, NC (US);

Inventors:

Jonathan C. Long, Matthews, NC (US);

Alan C. Lesesky, Charlotte, NC (US);

Assignee:

Kodiak Innovations, LLC, Rock Hill, SC (US);

Attorney:
Primary Examiner:
Assistant Examiner:
Int. Cl.
CPC ...
B60J 9/00 (2006.01);
U.S. Cl.
CPC ...
Abstract

The invention relates to an apparatus for mounting an aerodynamic add-on device to a transport vehicle. decreasing aerodynamic drag, improving stability, and reducing road spray of a transport vehicle. The apparatus employs support posts and support cables to mount the aerodynamic add-on device, such as a trailer skirt, to a transport trailer. The apparatus and method facilitate the installation of the aerodynamic add-on device by one person and allow for the use of lighter, more cost-effective materials in the manufacture of the aerodynamic add-on device.


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Long, Jonathan. (2013). Apparatus and method for mounting an aerodynamic add-on device onto a transport vehicle (U.S. Patent No. 8376450). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. https://idiyas.com/patent/badge/8376450

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