公开(公告)号：US07530619B1

公开(公告)日：2009-05-12

申请号：US11486354

申请日：2006-07-12

Applicant: Stephen L. Bruford ,  Laurence J. Holt ,  Charles Bambenek ,  Jeff Firzlaff ,  Robert A. Howell

Inventor： Stephen L. Bruford ,  Laurence J. Holt ,  Charles Bambenek ,  Jeff Firzlaff ,  Robert A. Howell

IPC: B62D33/03

CPC classification number: B60R3/02 ,  B62D33/0273

Abstract: A pivotable grab handle device is movable between a stowed position, which is positioned against the main tailgate structure, and a deployed position that projects upwardly above the top surface of a lowered main tailgate structure. The grab handle device is mounted on a retainer bracket that is affixed to the top surface of the lowered main tailgate structure. The grab handle incorporates a spring-loaded latch mechanism that is cooperable with the pivot bracket when in the stowed position and cooperable with a striker plate mounted below the top surface of the main tailgate structure to fix the grab handle in the deployed position. A release lever projecting outwardly of the grab handle permits a retraction of the latch member to release the grab handle from either the pivot bracket or the striker plate to allow pivotal movement of the grab handle into the desired position.

Abstract translation: 可枢转的抓握手柄装置可以在靠近主尾门结构定位的收起位置和在降低的主尾门结构的顶表面上方向上突出的展开位置之间移动。 抓斗装置安装在固定在下部主后挡板结构的上表面上的保持架上。 抓斗具有弹簧加载的闩锁机构，该弹簧加载的闩锁机构在处于收起位置时与枢轴支架配合，并与安装在主尾门结构的顶表面下方的撞针板配合，以将抓斗手柄固定在展开位置。 从抓斗手柄向外突出的释放杆允许闩锁构件缩回，以从枢轴支架或撞击板释放抓斗手柄，以允许抓斗手柄枢转运动到所需位置。

公开(公告)号：US07506716B1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-24

申请号：US12065675

申请日：2006-07-18

Applicant: John Salmon ,  Kevin Crowder

Inventor： John Salmon ,  Kevin Crowder

IPC: B60K28/10

CPC classification number: E05D11/00 ,  B60R21/38 ,  E05Y2900/536

Abstract: An automotive hood hinge assembly is adapted to act as a safety device in the event of a collision with a pedestrian. The hood hinge assembly is constructed from a series of linkages and an energy storage actuator that is configured to raise the rear of a vehicle hood in response to a pedestrian collision. The deployed system forms a rigid structure that restrains rearward movement of the hood while providing a vertical motion path and resistive force capable of efficiently dissipating the energy imparted by the pedestrian and therefore significantly lowering injury levels. The linkages are configured to provide conventional rotary opening and closing motion of the hood when the system is in the retracted position and also provide a reset function so that a simple opening and closing motion of the hood when the system is in the deployed position resets it to the retracted position.

Abstract translation: 汽车罩铰链组件适于在与行人碰撞的情况下用作安全装置。 发动机罩铰链组件由一系列联动器和能量存储致动器构成，该致动器被构造成响应于行人碰撞而升高车辆罩的后部。 部署的系统形成刚性结构，其限制罩的向后运动，同时提供能够有效地消散由行人施加的能量并因此显着降低伤害水平的垂直运动路径和阻力。 连杆构造成当系统处于缩回位置时提供罩的常规旋转打开和关闭运动，并且还提供复位功能，使得当系统处于展开位置时罩的简单打开和关闭运动将其重置 到缩回位置。

公开(公告)号：US07213372B2

公开(公告)日：2007-05-08

申请号：US10991405

申请日：2004-11-19

Applicant: Richard J. Hellinga ,  Michael Johnson

Inventor： Richard J. Hellinga ,  Michael Johnson

IPC: E06B3/38

CPC classification number: E05F1/1091 ,  E05F15/63 ,  E05Y2201/618

Abstract: A method and system for controlling the descent of a moveable element pivotally attached to a rigid structure. The moveable element is pivotally attached to the rigid structure, and is then pivotally connected to a compressible strut, which is attached to a linkage pivotally connected to the rigid structure. The descent of the moveable element is pivotally controlled using a microcontroller and a motor attached to the linkage, and the control path for the linkage is selected based on a comparison of the angle between the linkage and the rigid structure and the angle between the moveable element and the rigid structure.

Abstract translation: 用于控制可枢转地附接到刚性结构的可移动元件的下降的方法和系统。 可移动元件枢转地附接到刚性结构，然后枢转地连接到可压缩的支柱，该可压缩支柱附接到枢转地连接到刚性结构的连杆。 可移动元件的下降使用微控制器和连接到联动装置的电动机进行枢转控制，并且基于连杆机构和刚性结构之间的角度与可动元件之间的角度的比较来选择联动装置的控制路径 和刚性结构。

公开(公告)号：US07070222B2

公开(公告)日：2006-07-04

申请号：US11121525

申请日：2005-05-04

Applicant: Stephen Bruford ,  Kian-Huat Tan ,  Herbert Gruber

Inventor： Stephen Bruford ,  Kian-Huat Tan ,  Herbert Gruber

IPC: B60J7/00

CPC classification number: B60P3/40 ,  B60R3/02 ,  B62D33/0273 ,  B62D33/03 ,  B62D33/037

Abstract: A tailgate for a vehicle has a supplemental tailgate that retracts within the tailgate and is extendable therefrom in order to provide bed extender, box extender and step assist functions. The supplemental tailgate includes a pivotable molding, which mounts on a movable frame portion, and a latching assembly. When pivoted, the pivotable molding releases the latching assembly, allowing the supplemental tailgate to be moved to various extended positions. When the supplemental tailgate is in its stowed position, the pivotable molding may be aligned with the top surface of the tailgate in order to provide an esthetically pleasing appearance and provide paint scratch resistance. When the movable frame portion is in an essentially fully extended position, it may be rotated relative to the tailgate in order to provide the box extender and assist step functions.

公开(公告)号：US06983972B2

公开(公告)日：2006-01-10

申请号：US10970167

申请日：2004-10-21

Applicant: Kian-Huat Tan ,  Herbert Gruber

Inventor： Kian-Huat Tan ,  Herbert Gruber

IPC: B62D33/03

CPC classification number: B60P3/40 ,  B60R3/02 ,  B62D33/0273 ,  B62D33/03 ,  B62D33/037

Abstract: A tailgate for a vehicle has a supplemental tailgate that retracts within the tailgate and is extendable therefrom in order to provide multiple assist functions. The supplemental tailgate includes a generally fixed guide portion and a movable frame assembly. The movable frame assembly includes a pivotable molding, which mounts on a cross member, and a latching assembly that mounts generally within telescoping supports, which selectively slide within the guide portion. When pivoted, the pivotable molding releases the latching assembly, allowing the movable portion of the supplemental tailgate to be moved to various extended positions. When the supplemental tailgate is in its stowed position, the pivotable molding is aligned with the top surface of the tailgate in order to provide an esthetically pleasing appearance and provide paint scratch resistance. When the movable frame portion is in an essentially fully extended position, it can be rotated relative to the tailgate in order to provide certain of the assist functions.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆的后挡板具有在后挡板内缩回并可从其延伸的辅助后挡板，以便提供多种辅助功能。 辅助后挡板包括大致固定的引导部分和可移动的框架组件。 可移动框架组件包括安装在横向构件上的可枢转模制件，以及大体上安装在伸缩式支撑件内的闩锁组件，其可选择性地在引导部分内滑动。 当枢转时，可枢转模制件释放闩锁组件，允许辅助后挡板的可移动部分移动到各种延伸位置。 当辅助后挡板处于其收起位置时，可枢转模制件与后挡板的顶表面对准，以提供美观的外观并提供耐刮擦性。 当可移动框架部分处于基本上完全伸出位置时，其可以相对于后挡板旋转，以便提供某些辅助功能。

公开(公告)号：US5417470A

公开(公告)日：1995-05-23

申请号：US825515

申请日：1992-01-24

Applicant: Larry Holt

Inventor： Larry Holt

IPC: B60J5/04

CPC classification number: B60J5/0416

Abstract: A structural module (hardware cassette) is provided suitable for use in the assembly of a vehicle door. The module includes a latch mounting member, a pair of door hinge assembly components (a lower door hinge component and an upper door hinge component) vertically spaced from one another when mounted in a vehicle, and tubes connecting the hinge components to the latch mounting member, one tube being connecting the upper hinge to the latch mounting member and extending substantially from the upper hinge component to the latch mounting member when mounted in the vehicle and a pair of laterally spaced tubes connecting the lower hinge component and the latch mounting member.

Abstract translation: 提供适用于组装车门的结构模块（硬件盒）。 模块包括闩锁安装构件，当安装在车辆中时彼此垂直间隔开的一对门铰链组件部件（下门铰链部件和上门铰链部件）以及将铰链部件连接到闩锁安装部件 一个管将上铰链连接到闩锁安装构件，并且当安装在车辆中时基本从上铰链部件延伸到闩锁安装部件，以及连接下铰链部件和闩锁安装部件的一对侧向间隔开的管。

公开(公告)号：US5173991A

公开(公告)日：1992-12-29

申请号：US585525

申请日：1990-09-20

Applicant: David Carswell

Inventor： David Carswell

IPC: E05C17/20 ,  E05F5/00

CPC classification number: E05F5/00 ,  E05C17/203 ,  E05Y2900/132 ,  Y10T16/540243 ,  Y10T16/54028 ,  Y10T16/54044 ,  Y10T16/61 ,  Y10T16/6285 ,  Y10T16/6295 ,  Y10T292/285 ,  Y10T70/5164

Abstract: A checking mechanism for a closure member and a frame, the closure member moveable in relation to the frame, the checking mechanism comprising a housing affixed to the closure member or the frame and having an opening therewith; a link member having a core and having two sides, the link member being fastened to either the frame or the closure member, the link member being moveable in relation to the housing and passing through the opening therewith; link engaging means secured with the housing proximate the opening at, at least one side of the link member, and retained in at least one compatible groove formed proximate at least one side of the link member for the positioning of the link member in relation to the housing, the grooves of the link member being formed by coating the core thereof with moldable material prior to assembly of the checking mechanism.

Abstract translation: 一种关闭构件和框架的检查机构，所述封闭构件相对于所述框架可移动，所述检查机构包括固定到所述封闭构件或框架并且具有开口的壳体; 具有芯部并具有两侧的连接构件，所述连接构件紧固到所述框架或所述闭合构件上，所述连接构件可相对于所述壳体移动并且通过所述开口; 所述连杆接合装置在所述连杆构件的至少一侧处靠近所述开口处固定在所述壳体上，并且保持在所述连接构件的至少一侧附近形成的至少一个相容的凹槽中，用于相对于所述连杆构件定位所述连杆构件 在组装检查机构之前，连接件的槽通过在其芯部上涂覆可模制材料而形成。