Abstract: An activating mechanism is provided for use with a four-link hinge of the type typically used for closure of a vehicle movable deck, such as a trunk lid or engine compartment hood. A lower link bracket is secured to the vehicle body and an upper link bracket is secured to the movable deck. Pivoting links may be connected between the upper and lower link brackets.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 11, 2004
Date of Patent:
November 21, 2006
Assignee:
Gecom Corp
Inventors:
Lester Derbis, Darek Barczynski, Keith Julien