Abstract: The present invention relates to a motor vehicle having a component whose position can be changed and which is provided with a cable. For this cable, the motor vehicle has a cable store with a force and/or torque storage means, of which the stored force and/or stored torque changes with the position of the component.

Abstract: A sealing strip for side windows on motor vehicles, which is arranged between a retractable, frameless, front side window and a retractable, frameless, rear side window. The sealing strip reaches from the door line as far as a roof frame of the motor vehicle. A movable locking member is fitted to the sealing strip and, in a closed state, engages with a locking counterpart arranged on the roof frame.

Abstract: A ballistic panel and mounting assembly for use with a vehicle door having a side impact structure. The panel having first and second separable members, and a plurality of upper brackets and side brackets used to secure the respective first and second members to both the beltline of the vehicle door and to the side impact structure. The brackets configured such that the panel is mounted outwardly of the window hardware and associated control mechanism and adjacent the side impact structure. In addition, connectors located on the first and second members operate to connect or join the respective members together.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an assembly comprising a tailgate box and at least one link designed to be fitted on the box. The box is designed to receive a part that is fastened to the box by adhesive, said box having for this purpose an adhesive track, the box also including at least one lateral upright comprising a section member of open cross-section with the opening therein interrupting the adhesive track. The link comprises an additional segment of adhesive track, and the link and the upright being shaped so that the link can be fitted on the upright in such a manner that it closes the cross-section of the section member and causes the additional segment to span the interruption in the adhesive track.

Abstract: Door assemblies having magnetized bumpers for use with vehicles are disclosed. The door assemblies comprise a bumper assembly for use in a vehicle having a door that when fully opens contacts an adjacent body panel. The bumper assembly includes a bumper having a base and a distal end opposite the base. The base is configured for fixed attachment to the first exterior surface of a vehicle. The bumper is made of an elastomer and/or plastic and is configured for removable engagement with a second exterior surface. A magnet is provided with at least a portion of the magnet embedded in the body between the distal end and the base. The magnet is located within the bumper sufficiently close to the distal end to exert an attractive magnetic force sufficient to retain a door in contact with the bumper but without the magnet directly touching the door.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for locking a first door of a motor vehicle in place relative to a second door as the first and second doors abut against each other when closed. The apparatus includes a base plate mounted to the first door. A latch release lever is pivotally mounted to the base plate for movement between a neutral position and a release position. In the release position, the latch release lever actuates at least one door latch to release the first door. A plunger is slidably mounted to the first door and movable between an open position and a closed position engaging the latch release lever. Closing the second door while the first door is closed moves the plunger from the open position to the closed position to prevent the latch release lever from pivoting into the release position.

Abstract: An improved door design for soft-sided golf cart covers increases the ease of entry and exit. This product features a horizontal swing out design that removes the need for snaps or zippers and significantly increases size of the door opening. This improved door design features a magnetic door that eliminates zipper failure, simplifies entry and exit and improves the overall golf cart cover experience and longevity of the cover.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a window arrangement for a motor vehicle, comprising a window pane and a trim element arranged on each side of the window pane. In order to improve the conventional window arrangement of the generic type to the effect that mounting can be made easier while the appearance is improved visually and esthetically, the invention provides that the trim elements and the window pane are connected to one another in a materially joined and/or frictionally locking fashion.

Abstract: An inner or secondary door and temperature control system for use on a vehicle or trailer having a storage compartment and a first or primary door associated with a first entry or entryway into the storage compartment. The secondary door provides a moveable barrier or door that is situated in operative relationship to the first entry or entryway associated with the first door in order to prevent thermal loss from the storage compartment area during deliveries or at times when the first door is open.

Abstract: A door system includes a vehicle frame defining a door opening. A forward opening door is disposed in the door opening and has a forward edge hingedly connected to a forward support pillar and a rearward edge securely engageable with an intermediate support pillar. A rearward opening door is disposed in the door opening and has a rearward edge hingedly connected to a rearward support pillar and a forward edge securely engageable with the intermediate support pillar. A latching system has frame latches that removably attach the intermediate support pillar to the vehicle frame and door latches that removably connect the intermediate support pillar to one of the forward opening door and rearward opening door, such that the intermediate support pillar is connected to one or more of the vehicle frame, forward opening door, and rearward opening door at all times.

Abstract: In an arranging structure of a wire harness for a door, the wire harness is spanned between a door of a motor vehicle and a vehicle body at an indoor side inside of a weather strip. The wire harness is drawn out from a space between a door inner panel and a door trim at the door side and is provided with an excess length portion that follows opening and closing operations of the door. The excess length portion is drawn out from the space when the door is opened. The excess length portion is drawn along an arcuate outer periphery of a speaker disposed in the space to be contained in the space when the door is closed.

Abstract: An assembly carrier for installation into a motor vehicle includes a large-area carrier body molded at least partially from fiber-reinforced plastic, fastening points, which are provided on the carrier body, for fastening functional components of a motor vehicle to the carrier body, and a gate mark which projects from the carrier body and which represents a section of the path along which the molding compound for molding the assembly carrier was conducted into a cavity, which forms the carrier body, of a molding die. The gate mark has at least one longitudinally extended gate section which is curved in cross section through the carrier body and the gate mark and whose longitudinal sides which are situated opposite, and which face away from, one another run in each case along a curved path and merge in each case along the respective path into the carrier body.

Abstract: The invention relates to an energy guide chain system comprising an energy guide chain for guiding cables, hoses or the like between a stationary and a movable connection point, an entrainment portion to which the energy guide chain is connected by way of the movable connection point, and a guide channel which has a hollow profile with a passage extending in the longitudinal direction for the entrainment portion, wherein the energy guide chain is guided in the guide passage in the longitudinal direction thereof in the form of two runs which are guided in mutually parallel relationship and which are connected to each other by way of a deflection region, as well as a sliding door system for a vehicle having the energy guide chain system.

Abstract: An opening device for a flap of a vehicle, in particular for a rear flap, pivotable about a horizontal pivot axis on the upper edge of an opening in the vehicle body from a closed position into an open position having a gas-filled spring coupled to the body by the free end of its piston rod at a distance from the pivot axis and coupled to the flap by its pressure tube at a distance from the pivot axis. The gas-filled spring in the exload direction applies a force to the flap in the opening direction. Furthermore, an actuator can act on the flap in the opening direction. The actuator is an energy accumulator which, applies a force to the flap during its opening stroke from the closed position until a relaxed position of the energy accumulator is reached.

Abstract: A door assembly for a vehicle includes a door panel, a primary assist handle, a secondary assist handle, and a first and second extension. The primary assist handle and the secondary assist handles are configured for being grasped by the user of the vehicle. A first extension extends from the door panel. A second extension extends from a second mounting portion of the secondary assist handle, in spaced relationship to the first extension. The extensions pivotally support ends of the primary assist handle. The primary assist handle pivots relative to each of the extensions and the door of the vehicle, between a retracted position and an extended position. A first mounting portion of the secondary assist handle pivotally extends from the door panel.

Abstract: The apparatus of the present invention provides a passive water management system for vehicle doors. One or more water management troughs are formed into the inner door panel of the vehicle door at least partially encircling one or more holes or opening through the inner door panel. Strips of adhesive material are provided proximate to and extending along each side of the water management trough. A water deflector sheet of water shedding material is secured to the inner door panel by the adhesive strips, such that the strips, water management trough and deflector sheet form a conduit for routing water to drain holes draining into the door cavity thereby preventing water incursion through the inner door panel openings from reaching the vehicle interior. A method of managing water seeping into a vehicle door is also disclosed.

Abstract: A mirror assembly includes a reflective element portion and a molded portion formed of a multi-void, lightweight structure. The multi-void, lightweight structure may be formed by injecting a gas into an injection mold while the molded portion is being molded, resulting in a multi-void aerated molded structure having multiple-voids introduced during the molding step. A window assembly for a vehicle may include an outer frame portion, an inner frame portion hingedly attached to the outer frame portion, and at least one sealing element established along a sealing portion of the outer and/or inner frame portions. The outer frame portion may be pivoted relative to the inner frame portion and about the hinge portions to a closed position. The outer frame portion may be connected to the inner frame portion when in the closed position to secure the at least one sealing element therebetween.

Abstract: A vehicle slider assembly has a frame, upon which a fixed panel and an upper and a lower track are attached, and a slider panel assembly that moves in the tracks. The frame defines a window opening that the moving slider panel assembly opens and closes. The interior surfaces of the frame provide constant sealing surfaces for seals attached to the outwardly directed slider panel surfaces. The lower horizontal portion of the frame is adjacent to the lower track and has drain holes through it. The lower track has a reservoir channel defined in it, such that, moisture that is interior to the vehicle slider assembly accumulates in the reservoir channel and flows through the drain holes to the exterior of the vehicle slider assembly. An appliqué may be disposed over the exterior of the lower frame portion so that the flow of the moisture is hidden in an unencumbered and aesthetically pleasing manner.

Abstract: A method of production of a manufactured cover item equipped with seal includes the steps of forming a manufactured cover item using injection of plastic material into a main mold, forming anchoring means associated with the manufactured cover item and forming the seal by means of overmolding on the anchoring means.

Abstract: An inner or secondary door and temperature control system for use on a vehicle or trailer having a storage compartment and a first or primary door associated with a first entry or entryway into the storage compartment. The secondary door provides a moveable barrier or door that is situated in operative relationship to the first entry or entryway associated with the first door in order to prevent thermal loss from the storage compartment area during deliveries or at times when the first door is open.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle door for closing a door opening provided in a vehicle frame, and to a vehicle door system with the vehicle door according to the invention. The vehicle door has body panels, an inner panel which, in the fitted position, faces the vehicle interior, and an outer panel which, in the fitted position, faces away from the vehicle interior, said panels being connected fixedly to each other and delimiting a cavity. With the proviso of providing a vehicle door of the type mentioned at the beginning, which can be produced in a less complicated manner, it is proposed that an end panel for delimiting the cavity is provided as a further body panel at least on one narrow side of the vehicle door, and that the end panel is connected fixedly laterally to the outer panel and the inner panel.

Abstract: A truck, trailer or other type of vehicle with a pair of swinging door panels for providing access to a rear cargo bay includes a hinge seal that closes an air gap between the door panels and the side body panels of the vehicle when the door is open. The seal is particularly useful when used in conjunction with a dock shelter at a loading dock. The hinge seal can be mounted to each of the vehicle's rear door panels and sealingly engage the side body panels as the door opens, or the seal can be mounted to the side body panel and sealing engage the rear door panel. In either case, the seal provides substantially no resistance to the operation of the door hinge until just before the door is fully open.

Abstract: A window surround assembly is provided for a motor vehicle door frame defining a window opening. The window surround assembly includes a fixed windowpane adapted to be disposed within a portion of the window opening. An upper reveal extends along a top edge of the fixed windowpane and is adapted to be mounted to a portion of the motor vehicle door frame. An outer belt extends along a bottom edge of the fixed windowpane and is adapted to be mounted to a portion of the motor vehicle door frame. A window encapsulation is molded to an outer periphery of the fixed windowpane to secure the upper reveal and the outer belt to the fixed windowpane. A cap is fixedly secured to and extends along the upper reveal and the outer belt to provide the window surround assembly with a seamless, joint-free appearance.

Abstract: A front-side guard-bar insertion hole 15 is formed in an upper surface portion 13 of a trim pad 4, and a lever-handle accommodating hole 17 is formed in a side surface portion 14 below the front-side guard-bar insertion hole 15. A base end portion of a lever handle 20 is inserted into the lever-handle accommodating hole 17 from the inner side in a vehicle-width direction, and thus mounted in an inner door panel 2. A cover portion 28 of a bezel 6 is disposed on the inner side of the lever-handle accommodating hole 17, and covers at least a part of the lever-handle accommodating hole 17 while exposing an operation portion 22 of the lever handle 20 to the inner side in the vehicle-width direction. A front end portion 31 of a door guard bar 7 is inserted into the front-side guard-bar insertion hole 15, and fixed to the inner door panel 2 at the outer side, in the vehicle-width direction, of the lever-handle accommodating hole 17.

Abstract: The invention concerns a vehicle having a closure with a handle surrounded by a handle bezel, and a method of assembling the handle bezel to the closure. The handle bezel, which may contain a key cylinder, mounts around the handle and includes a retainer bracket having a retaining clip. The retaining clip includes fastener retention tabs that engage with a fastener extending from an inner surface of the closure. The fastener retention tabs allow the handle bezel to be installed from the outer surface of the closure without requiring extra fastener installation. But the handle bezel cannot be removed from the closure without access to the inner surface of the closure.

Abstract: In one embodiment the present invention includes a vehicle window apparatus. The vehicle window apparatus comprises a position feature, a detector, a feature switch, and a motor. The position feature corresponds to a position of a vehicle window. The detector is coupled to use the position feature and is coupled to provide at least one signal corresponding to a movement of the vehicle window to a predetermined position. The feature switch is coupled to the detector. The motor is coupled to provide the movement of the vehicle window according to the signals provided by the detector. The movement results from the switching of the feature switch. The predetermined position is a position between a fully closed position and a fully open position.

Abstract: The invention relates to a flap unit (1) for fitting into a flap opening, which allows access to a luggage or service compartment, in the wall of a camping vehicle. Said unit comprises a flap frame (3) and a flap (2) that is pivotally mounted on said frame and the flap frame preferably consists of a first frame part (5), which borders the flap opening on the vehicle interior and a second frame part (6), which borders the flap opening on the vehicle exterior, in such a way that the first and second frame part (5, 6) interlock when mounted. One frame part (6) has a connection (11) for coupling a ventilation or water supply or drainage line on the vehicle interior and said connection (11) can be linked to the external surroundings of the vehicle in such a way that the line coupled to the connection comes into contact with said surroundings through at least said frame part (6).

Abstract: A door latch system for an automotive vehicle includes a latch having a housing mounted to a door inner panel and a release lever operated by a release rod connected to a handle. An impact-responsive release lever immobilizer mounted within the door is responsive to deformation of the door in the event of an impact such that the release lever will be blocked and prevented from moving to its unlatched position.

Abstract: The truck security system emits an audible alarm when a cargo door is open and a driver or other person working on the truck goes beyond a defined distance, generally the immediate vicinity, from the truck exposing cargo to possible theft. In a truck having more than one cargo door, an alarm is sounded if more than one door is open simultaneously. If an attempt is made to start the engine with a door open, the system sounds an alarm in the cab and ignition is prevented. The system includes sensing means to detect if cargo doors are opened or closed, control logic circuitry and a clock, a RF signal receiver, an ignition cut-off, an audible alarm and a battery to independently power the security system, all of which are situated on the truck.

Abstract: A door grip for a vehicle. The door grip comprises a base member having a central opening. A bracket is positioned proximate an interior portion of the base member. A cover having a shape generally corresponding to the base member at least partially encloses the interior portion of the base member. A mounting portion of the bracket is attachable to a vehicle door interior panel such that a handle portion of the door grip is cantilevered away from a vehicle door interior panel.

Abstract: An illuminated door handle (16) for a vehicle door (12,14) includes a mounting frame (22), a handle arm (24), an LED (26), an LED light guide (28), and a back plate (30). The handle arm (24) is pivotally attached to the mounting frame (22). The handle arm (24) includes one or more window portions (32) and a cavity (34), with the LED light guide (28) extending into the cavity (34) and emitting light through the window portion (32). The back plate (30) is attached to the handle arm (24) and extends across the cavity (34). The LED (26) is attached to the LED light guide (28) and transmits light through the LED light guide (28).

Abstract: A self-engaging rod retaining clip assembly for retaining a rod and a method of retaining the rod to a vehicle closure support component is disclosed. The self-engaging rod retaining clip assembly holds a rod retaining clip in a desired position on a vehicle closure support component until the rod is installed. Installing the rod includes pressing the rod against a rod pivoting flange, which causes clip retention flanges to flex outward around a clip support arm until the rod is sufficiently retained inside a rod channel in the support component. The clip retention flanges then snap towards each other to retain the clip, and hence the rod, in the support component.

Abstract: A pressure-activated sensor assembly may include a switch component that actuates upon pressure contact with an obstructing object; a flexible component that substantially surrounds and encases the switch component; an engagement component that engages a projection of an associated closure component; an extended portion disposed substantially on a side of the engagement component that contacts a side surface of the associated closure component; and at least one fastener that secures the extended portion to the side surface of the closure component.

Abstract: A vehicle structure includes a vehicle body portion, a body panel and a fluid dispensing device. The body panel is coupled to the vehicle body portion to move between a closed position and an extended position. The fluid dispensing device is coupled to the body panel to move therewith when the body panel is moved to the closed position and when the body panel is moved to the extended position.

Abstract: A reinforced door for an aircraft includes a frame and a network of harnesses. The frame includes components. The network of harnesses links a majority of the components and reinforces the frame. The harnesses are laid out onto the frame and linked to one another to form a webbing.

Abstract: A lock is provided for a vehicle. The lock system comprises a linear actuator, a deadbolt lock for the vehicle and a flexible Bowden cable connecting the linear actuator to the deadbolt lock, wherein the flexible Bowden cable is the sole connection between the linear actuator and deadbolt lock.

Abstract: A vehicle has a door system having at least a front and a rear door leaves which are each movable between an open and a closed position with respect to the cabin structure. The vehicle includes a door locking system which is provided to lock the door leaves in their closed position in case of collision of the vehicle. The locking system includes a locking mechanism and a triggering mechanism having a front operational portion which is located in vicinity of a front end of the cabin structure so as to be displaced in case the front end of the cabin structure is deformed due to a collision, the displacement mechanically triggering the locking mechanism towards an engaged position.

Abstract: A door handle device (S) has a handle-side connector (30) fixed to a door handle (10) that is hinged to a handle frame (20). Thus, the door handle device (S) is displaceable as the door handle (10) is turned. A frame-side connector (40) is located in the handle frame (20) and is connectable with the handle-side connector (30) for displacement with the handle-side connector (30) as the door handle (10) is turned. A clamp (60) has a wire retaining portion (61) for retaining a wire group (80) drawn out through an end surface of the frame-side connector (40) and a handle attaching portion (62) continuous with the wire retaining portion (61) for attachment to the door handle (10). Thus, a relative position of the wire retaining portion (61) to the door handle (10) is invariable.

Abstract: The invention relates to an aircraft window case (10) that can be artificially illuminated in an indirect manner, comprising a connecting cone (20) for connection of the aircraft window case (10) to the inner face of an aircraft window (22), a panel (12) closing off the window case (10) from the aircraft interior, a hollow-cylindrical transition element (18) made of translucent material for spanning a distance between the connecting cone (20) and the panel (12), and an illumination device (24) which radiates light on to the outer face of the transition element (18).

Abstract: A pickup truck having a door panel in the side of the bed to allow access to the bed area. A door provides helpful entry into the bed area to connect a trailer, secure items, utilize greater storage, or other reasons.

Abstract: A cab for a vehicle, such as an all terrain vehicle, a tractor, or small construction vehicle, is constructed of twin-sheet plastic panels that can be easily assembled, preferably with snap-together interlocking features. One of the panels can be a door panel having a door hinged to a door frame to control passage through a doorway. Both the door and the door frame have spaced apart hinge knuckles that interleave along a hinge axis to allow the door to pivot about a hinge pin. The door and door frame can be molded in a single twin-sheet panel. The two walls of the panel are fused together along the outer periphery of the panel door portion and the inner periphery of the panel door frame portion. The door is separated from the door frame by cutting the each of the walls along a door perimeter between the door and door frame portions of the molded panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to the prevention of injuries and material damage caused by doors (2) of stopped and/or parked motor vehicles (1) by means of at least one camera (4) which monitors the exterior (3) of, especially the space next to and/or above, the vehicle (1). According to the invention, a mode of operation monitoring the inner (7) and/or outer (8) door handle is activated and the exterior (3) of the motor vehicle (1) is monitored by means of the camera (4) if an evaluation unit (6) detects that a fixed or variable speed-related, acceleration-related, and/or distance-related threshold value (SW) is not met, e.g.

Abstract: Unitary closure panels for automotive vehicles may be formed to have regions of different materials by a spray casting process. Separate sprays of different materials, for example two different metal alloys, are applied to touching regions of a spray application surface. The separate sprays may be applied sequentially or simultaneously to the forming surface to coat the respective regions so that the regions are contiguous or overlapping and a unitary body is formed. The spray formed body may be compressed and trimmed between facing surfaces to form a vehicle closure panel of specified outline, curvature, thickness, and porosity.

Abstract: An opening and closing apparatus for an opening and closing body of a vehicle. The opening and closing apparatus includes a reciprocating member movable along a plane perpendicular to a hinge shaft. A connecting member is provided having a first end section fixed to the opening and closing body, and a second end section pivotally attached to the reciprocating member through a connecting shaft. The opening and closing body is moved to open and close through the connecting member upon a movement of the reciprocating member. In the opening and closing apparatus, the connecting member includes two side wall sections apart from each other in a direction parallel with the axis of the connecting shaft. A suppression member is disposed to a stationary body in the vehicle and so engaged between the two side wall sections as to be relatively movable to the connecting member.

Abstract: A two-component adhesive or sealant composition consists of a first component (K1) comprising a prepolymer P, which displays an isocyanate group, and an acceleration component (K2). The said acceleration component (K2) displays a catalyst, which catalyzes the reaction of isocyanate groups and which is a lead, zinc, or iron (III) complex, as well as compounds displayed on isocyanate-reactive groups that are at most 1% by weight. In particular, adhesives with a high cure velocity and good adhesion can be obtained and adapted very easily to ambient conditions.

Abstract: A vehicle windowpane holder (1) includes a glass holding section (7) extending from a leg portion (2), in which a windowpane receiving groove (6) is defined by gradually broadening opposed surface portions (3, 4) and a bottom surface portion (5). Weir portions (21) are formed at both side edges of the opposed surface portions-(3, 4) so as to close both ends of the windowpane receiving groove (6). The weir portions (21) are gradually inclined outwards and removed, upon insertion of the windowpane. When the windowpane holder (1) is to be assembled to the windowpane (14), an adhesive agent (24) is injected into the windowpane receiving groove (6), and the windowpane (14) is inserted into the windowpane receiving groove (6) from its opening side. By this, the weir portions (21) are caused to be gradually inclined outwards and removed, and the windowpane holder (1) and the windowpane (14) are adhered to each other by the adhesive agent, to produce a vehicle window assembly (15).

Abstract: In one embodiment, an automotive vehicle is disclosed having a vehicle body with a first pillar, a second pillar, a roof member and a floor member defining a door opening therebetween. A lateral side entry door is pivotally connected to the vehicle body for enclosing the door opening. The side entry door moves along an operating path having a closed position and an open position. The vehicle has a motor and a lead screw mounted in the side entry door and connected to the motor to be driven by the motor. The vehicle has a link connected to the lead screw and connected to the vehicle body adjacent to the door opening. The motor drives the lead screw to translate the link to open and close the side entry door.

Abstract: A single-piece switch mount and harness hook that provides routing control of an interior vehicle door harness.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing an opening leaf upper module intended to be mounted at the periphery of a glass panel of a vehicle, and to an opening leaf upper module of this type particularly comprising a rigid frame and a flexible weather strip. The method of manufacturing an opening leaf upper module (1) according to the invention, comprising a molded frame (3) based on at least one thermoplastic polymer and a molded weather strip (4) secured to the frame and based on at least one elastomer, comprises a step whereby a moving-platen mold or alternatively transfer molding is used to perform multiple-shot injection molding of materials that are intended to form the frame and the strip which are injected in succession, the elastomer being a thermoplastic elastomer compatible with this thermoplastic polymer, so as to obtain the module formed as a single piece.

Abstract: In one embodiment, an automotive vehicle is disclosed having a vehicle body with a first pillar, a second pillar, a roof member and a floor member defining a door opening therebetween. A lateral side entry door is pivotally connected to the vehicle body for enclosing the door opening. The side entry door moves along an operating path having a closed position and an open position. The vehicle has a motor and a lead screw mounted in the side entry door and connected to the motor to be driven by the motor. The vehicle has a link connected to the lead screw and connected to the vehicle body adjacent to the door opening. The motor drives the lead screw to translate the link to open and close the side entry door.