Cargo Storage Compartment and Access Thereto
First Claim
1. An expandable/collapsible storage apparatus comprising:
- a plurality of panels pivotally attached to one another such that in a first expanded position the panels are in an adjacent spaced apart relationship to form one or more storage compartments and in a second collapsible position the panels articulate to at least partially overlie one another.
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Abstract
An expandable/collapsible apparatus is provided for storing items within vehicle compartments that may be manipulated into an operative position or into a closed position. The apparatus may include a plurality of panels that are pivotally attached to one another so that the apparatus is movable between a closed position beneath, e.g., an upper panel or roof portion of a vehicle and an open position expanded for receiving items for storage. A spring loaded latch may be provided for securing the apparatus in either a collapsed or expanded (drop-down) position. Access to the apparatus may be through the trunk or rear cargo area of a vehicle or through a door formed in the package shelf of a vehicle.
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18 Claims
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1. An expandable/collapsible storage apparatus comprising:
a plurality of panels pivotally attached to one another such that in a first expanded position the panels are in an adjacent spaced apart relationship to form one or more storage compartments and in a second collapsible position the panels articulate to at least partially overlie one another. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
- 12. A rear package shelf for a vehicle which provides access to the trunk of said vehicle comprising a molded plastic panel which extends between the top of the seat back and an inner periphery of the rear window of said vehicle wherein said panel includes an opening, closed by a door, said opening providing access to one or more storage areas within said trunk by lifting said door.
- 16. A rear package shelf for a vehicle which provides access to the trunk of said vehicle comprising a molded plastic panel which extends between the top of the seat back and an inner periphery of the rear window of said vehicle wherein said panel includes an opening, closed by a door, said opening providing access to a storage area within said trunk by lifting said door, wherein said storage area includes a plurality of panels pivotally attached to one another such that in a first expanded position the panels are in an adjacent spaced apart relationship to form one or more storage compartments and in a second collapsible position the panels articulate to at least partially overlie one another, wherein said apparatus is disposed adjacent the underside of said rear package shelf.
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