Abstract: A connecting device for a pantograph-type wiper system wherein the connecting device comprises an actuating arm, a first element for rotatably mounting a wiper blade to the actuating arm, a control arm and a second element for connecting the first element to the control arm. The second element is elongate and has at least a portion that is flexible so as to simulate the action of a ball-joint.

Abstract: A pantograph-type windshield wiper system is provided with a unique and novel connector which permits rotatable movement about two transverse axes. In particular, the connector permits a removable connection of a pantograph-type arm to a conventional cross-pin type blade and maintains a low profile relative to the windshield. The connector is assembled with the cross-pin of the blade (which cross-pin provides one rotative axis) and with a depending pin on the arm end (which pin provides the second rotative axis). The depending pin on the arm removably locks the connector on the cross-pin.