Abstract: An actuator is disclosed which can be used in multiple applications, and which provides both linear and rotary outputs. The device comprises a motor driven rotor having clutch plates on both sides thereof. One clutch plate includes a gear driven output, and the other clutch plate drives a linear rack for the linear output. An electromagnet controls the engagement of the first and second clutches.

Abstract: A gate assembly for a vehicle that includes a gate, a window having a pane that is retractable within the gate, and an attachment mechanism releasable attaching the window to the gate. The gate assembly has a first position, wherein the gate is upright and the window is attached to the gate, a second position wherein the gate is down and the window is attached to the gate, and a third position wherein the gate is down and the window is detached from the gate and located in a window opening in the vehicle. The window may include a frame, and the pane may be extended above the gate in the first position to cover the window opening in the vehicle. The gate assembly may also include a fourth position wherein the gate is upright, the window is attached to the gate, and the pane is retracted within the gate. The gate assembly may further include a regulator system that moves the pane from a retracted position within the gate to an extended position extending above the gate.

Abstract: An actuator is disclosed which can be used in multiple applications, and which provides both linear and rotary outputs. The device comprises a motor driven rotor having clutch plates on both sides thereof. One clutch plate includes a gear driven output, and the other clutch plate drives a linear rack for the linear output. An electromagnet controls the engagement of the first and second clutches.