Patent ID: 6390427
Filing Date: 2002-05-21
Classification: B60N

Abstract:
A bracket assembly for connecting an accessory item to a bar-shaped support structure, the bracket assembly comprising:a first bracket portion having a first base member with a first inner surface for contacting a side of the bar-shaped support structure; a second bracket portion having a second base member with a second inner surface for contacting an opposite side of the bar-shaped support structure, the second base member being telescopically received in the first base member to form an enclosed opening therebetween for receiving and encircling the bar-shaped support structure; at least one fastener extending through the first and second bracket portions for connecting the portions together; wherein tightening said at least one fastener draws the first and second inner surfaces toward each other for frictionally securing the bracket assembly to the bar-shaped support structure; and a connector member extending from one of the first and second base members for connection to the accessory item to thereby connect the accessory item to the bar-shaped support structure.