OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000000553

Hinge system

Published: 2026-09-15T19:03:04.257200Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000000553
Categories: Industrial Motion & Power Transmission > Rotary Motion

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ABSTRACT

A hinge system for a foldable ramp, the hinge system comprising: a hinge body
comprising a first hinge element, a second hinge element and a bridge portion
interposed between the hinge elements; a first ramp connector comprising a
first channel and a first engagement portion; and a second ramp connector
comprising a second channel and a second engagement portion; wherein the hinge
body is interposed between the ramp connectors with the first hinge element
pivotably received in the first channel and the second hinge element pivotably
received in the second channel such that the hinge system is pivotable between
an unfolded configuration and a folded configuration.

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000000553
Published 2026-09-15T19:03:04.257200Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000000553