Abstract: In a disclosed embodiment, the interior sliding sunshade portion of a “moon roof” of a vehicle is provided with an improved system for locking an overhead sunshade in an open or closed position while allowing it to slide relatively freely during sliding movement. The sunshade is provided with a spring-biased cam locking system that reduces frictional contact between the edges of the sunshade and the side tracks within which it slides when the vehicle operator manually slides the sunshade to an open or closed position. The improved system further includes a mechanism for engaging and opening the overhead sunshade automatically when the corresponding overhead window is opened.

Abstract: A self-powered sunroof assembly can be mounted in the roof of a vehicle and includes a movable panel, preferably a window, a motor for controlling movement of the movable panel, and a self-contained power supply unit that supplies power to the motor. The self-contained power supply unit contains a battery and at least one solar cell array that charges the battery. The solar cell array is preferably attached to the movable panel but may be located anywhere on the sunroof assembly that may be directly or indirectly exposed to sunlight. Additionally, placement of the solar cell array on the movable window does not decrease visibility through the window.

Abstract: An improved mounting system for conveying electrical energy to and from a moving glass panel, such as a sunroof, utilizes a retractable cord. The retractable cord is mounted within a channel which guides the glass panel. In this way, the cord is protected.