Abstract: An evaporative solenoid valve assembly for use in a vehicle fuel system between a filtration canister and an intake manifold includes a plunger having a plunger body with central-bore and an elastomeric insert molded therein to define a stop cushion at the end of the insert proximal the valve stop and a valve tip at the end of the insert proximal the valve seat. The valve assembly may include a valve stop having a non-conducting insert received in an end proximal the plunger to reduce noise and wear as well as to improve magnetic flux path. Yet another improvement includes an enlarged pre-load spring disposed within the plunger to provide better spring force distribution and plunger to valve seat alignment.

Abstract: A rush adjuster which adjusts a relative position between a valve body and an armature in an axial direction so that a state of zero-rush is formed is arranged between an armature shaft and a valve shaft. At a time of starting an electromagnetic drive valve, a first starting current is applied to either one of an upper coil and a lower coil for generating electromagnetic forces for attracting the armature closer, whichever a distance with respect to the armature is shorter.

Abstract: An improved cable pulling device and method is shown. The cable pulling device is smaller, less expensive, and easy to use for lateral line replacement. The cable pulling device includes a cable contacting portion that provides supplemental frictional force during a rotational pulling stroke. Among other advantages, this allows a smaller, more compact design that provides higher gripping and pulling power. Embodiments as described above further allow for a smooth jaw configuration that reduces cable damage. A cable pulling device is also shown that includes a configuration of a force distributing device. One embodiment includes substantially orthogonal plates that help to reduce device twisting during a pulling operation. In a further embodiment, a force distributing device is adapted for attachment to a ground working implement arm.

Abstract: A hydraulic capstan to pull electric or communication wire through conduit or open trenches over long distances from a stationary position. The capstan is powered by a hydraulic motor. An operator can activate the motor from inside the cab of a vehicle to turn the capstan. The rope attached to the wire is wrapped around the capstan. When the rope is pulled tight on the turning capstan, the rope comes on one side and off the other side, pulling the wire load.

Abstract: An upright post has a socket for receiving a device at the end of a retractable strap. The device is wedge shaped at the free end of the strap. A releasable locking tab secures the device in the socket. A recess provided in the socket cooperates with the tab to prevent inadvertent release of the fitting from the socket. An actuator button is provided to manually release the locking tab from the recess.

Abstract: There is disclosed an internal combustion engine carburetor fuel/air circuit air bleed input control device having an air distribution block, at least one air input port and one or more air output ports connected with the air bleed inputs of one or more carburetors. A control valve is disposed between the air input and an air flow balance chamber to which the output ports are connected. Two valves and balance chambers can provide control for carburetors having two fuel/air circuits. Optionally, an input air tube may be provided so that the source of air for the air distribution block input or inputs may be located in selected locations, for example, in a carburetor air stream. Another option is to provide a remote control from, for example, the handlebars of a motorcycle.

Abstract: A carbonator tank includes a liquid inlet, a gas inlet and a liquid outlet. A liquid level sensor includes a liquid level sensing portion extending along and within the interior of the carbonator and provides for determining a full and minimal liquid level therein. The level sensor includes an outer contact portion for connection to an electronic control and the contact portion is integral with the liquid inlet. Additionally, the level sensor includes a deflection plate extending from the liquid level sensing portion in a direction there from that is transverse to the direction of flow of liquid into the carbonator interior through the liquid inlet. The liquid then flows into the carbonator interior and contacts the deflection plate and is deflected thereby so that such liquid flow does not disrupt the operation of the level sensing portion of the level sensor.

Abstract: A method for securing a component for manufacture. The method includes fixedly coupling a first clamping member and a biasing mechanism to a tool that includes a fixture. The fixture includes a first clamping member, a second clamping member, and a biasing mechanism. The method further includes coupling the second clamping member to the fixture, using the biasing mechanism to align the component within the tool between the first and second clamping members such that the component is maintained in position relative to the fixture, securing the component between the first and second clamping members such that the first clamping member, the second clamping member, and the component are fixedly secured in position with respect to the fixture, and retaining the component in position with respect to the fixture using the first and second clamping members.

Abstract: An apparatus for use in forming sheet material assemblages includes a pocket assembly having upper and lower grippers. The upper gripper is spaced a first distance from a sheet material support portion of the pocket assembly to engage an upper edge portion of a large cover section having a relatively large distance between a fold and an upper edge portion. The lower gripper is spaced a distance which is smaller than the first distance from the sheet material support portion of the pocket assembly to engage an upper edge portion of a small cover section having a relatively small distance between a fold and an upper edge portion of the cover section. Pressers are mounted on a movable side wall of the pocket assembly and are engagable with a side of a small cover section to press small the cover section toward the lower gripper.

Abstract: Delivery device for removing printed products which straddle a saddle-shaped support of a conveying arrangement with the aid of circulating carriers. A gripping device comprises two rotating gripping members respectively positioned on the circumference of a rotating support between which the printed products are gripped and lifted off the conveying arrangement. Preferably, the gripping members have a curved outer shell surface that forms an essentially circular contour together with an outer shell surface of a support. The printed products are pulled off horizontally with initially high speed from the conveying arrangement and then transferred vertically to another conveying arrangement. The collision with the subsequent printed product is avoided even with high production capacity.

Abstract: A system for printing, stacking and binding pages that has a drive system arranged to direct pages along a page path, a print station positioned on the page path, an adhesive station positioned downstream of the drive system, a support tray for receiving pages to be stacked, a vibrator interacting with the way so as to induce vibration therein and a press device adapted to apply a compressive force to the stack of pages.

Abstract: A sheet feeding apparatus is formed of a sheet supply device for feeding sheets drawn out from a sheet supply tray, a separating device for separating the sheets drawn out from the sheet supply tray, a transport device for transporting the sheets downstream, a transport path formed between the sheet supply device and the transport device and having first and second transport paths, and follower rotating bodies. The first transport path guides sheets fed from the sheets supply device in a substantially tangential direction of the nipping point, and the second transport path guides sheets from the first transport path toward the transport device after bending from the substantially tangential direction to the separating device. The follow rotating bodies are protrudingly arranged from the separating device in the transport path, between a curved portion extending from the first transport path to the second transport path and the nipping point.

Abstract: A sheet containing device including a device frame, a sheet stacking portion that is provided in the device frame and supports sheets, an end regulating portion that abuts against an end of sheets stacked on the sheet stacking portion to perform positional regulation of the sheets, a hitting member that is arranged between the device frame and the end regulating member and moves in accordance with the movement of the end regulating member, and an abutting member for abutting the hitting member in a position to which the hitting member moves, in which deflection of the end regulating member is restricted by the device frame through the hitting member and the abutting member.

Abstract: An apparatus for feeding porous sheets of media from a stack of such sheets includes a retaining structure that is configured to retain the stack in an aligned condition. A pick-up device is operatively arranged with respect to the retaining structure. The pick-up device includes a gas conduit that is in fluid communication with a gas supply and a nozzle arrangement that is in fluid communication with the gas conduit. The nozzle arrangement is shaped to define a pick-up surface. The pick-up device is displaceable along a feed path relative to the retaining structure. The pick-up device is positioned so that the nozzle arrangement is capable of directing a flow of gas onto a first sheet of the stack such that the gas passes partially through the first sheet and impinges on a second sheet, generating a cushion of air between the first and second sheets to separate the first and second sheets.

Abstract: The invention is a six-card-stud poker game, played with at least one but preferably one standard poker deck of 52 cards plus at least one but preferably two Jokers. Two or more but preferably seven players may participate in the game; one of the players is the Banker whom other players play against, a Player who is not a Banker may play Poker Bet playing against the Banker's hand, and/or one to seven side bets betting on the contents of the Player's own hand. After at least one wager is placed, each Player and the Banker are each dealt six cards; the Players and the Banker each then selects and keeps his best 5-card poker hand from his six cards and discards one card. To win a Poker Bet wager, a Player's best 5-card poker hand must rank higher than the Banker's best 5-card poker hand. To wins a side-bet wager, a Player's best 5-card poker hand must be one of the predetermined winning hands of the type of the side bet he bets on.

Abstract: A high-performance magnetic fluid sealer which maintains light-shielding property even when an interval change of a gap is large and a method for easily mounting a magnetic fluid sealer. A pair of annular magnets are supported by levitation from a lens barrel by magnetic levitation force which a magnetic fluid imparts in a fitting groove in the inner peripheral face of a lens barrel. Therefore, even when the lens barrel is greatly eccentric to the lens barrel, the pair of annular magnets move radially so as to keep a constant gap from the lens barrel with the magnetic fluid.

Abstract: A seal fitting for use in high pressure equipment for allowing instrumentation wires to exit from the interior to the exterior of the equipment includes a main body which is welded to an opening in the equipment. A seat member is positioned within the main body such that two wires are passed through each of the slots in the seat member. The seat member is fixed to the main body by a pin that passes through the main body and into a portion of the seat member. A follower member, keyed to the seat member so that slots in the follower member align with the corresponding slots in the seat member, is then placed within the main body. The follower member is fixed to the seat member by a screw that passes through a central hole in the follower member and into a central portion of the seat member. Brazing alloy is then applied around the cap screw, on top of the follower member and around the wires exiting through the slots in the follower member.

Abstract: A system for automatically and simultaneously controlling one or more vehicle functions by detecting the direction of movement of and the distance traveled by the vehicle. The control system includes an electronic sensor mounted on a selected one of the vehicle axles adjacent to and facing an anti-lock braking system tone ring of a selected one of the wheel hubs mounted on the axle. The sensor is electrically connected to an electronic control unit, which in turn is electrically connected to a vehicle function actuation device such as a lift axle solenoid or back-up alarm actuation device. The sensor transmits direction and distance information to the electronic control unit based on the movements of a plurality of teeth formed on the tone ring. The control system is a stand-alone system that is free of interfacing with other vehicle systems, such as the anti-lock braking system.

Abstract: An ice skating blade has an upper portion having a top surface and two parallel substantially vertical left and right sides; and a lower portion having two faces flared outwardly from the upper portion, providing angled cutting edges. An appropriate angle of flare is 8° from the vertical.

Abstract: A deposit lock (1) for a trolley (15), includes a fixing member (4) for fixing to a supporting part (16) on the trolley (15) and including an intermediate member (6) connected to the fixing member (4) and intended to be fixed or supported on the handlebar (18) of the trolley (15), wherein the deposit lock (1) includes a coupling device (2) and a coupling member (3) provided for coupling to the deposit lock (1) of a further, like trolley (15) and wherein the fixing member (4) is extended in the direction of the handlebar (18) by a portion (5), and the intermediate member (6) is extended in the direction of the supporting part (16) by a portion (7). The portions (5, 7) are arranged so as to overlap one another and the coupling device (2) is arranged in at least one of the portions (5, 7).

Abstract: A equipment dolly for transporting sporting equipment to a desired location. The equipment dolly includes a frame assembly comprising a pair of stanchion members and a handle member. The handle member extends between an upper end of the stanchion members. The handle member is designed for being gripped by a hand of the user. The frame assembly is designed for receiving the sporting equipment whereby the frame assembly permits transportation of the sporting equipment by the user. Each of a plurality of wheels is rotatably coupled to one of the stanchion members. Each of the wheels is positioned opposite the handle member of the frame assembly. The wheels are designed for rolling across a support surface whereby the wheels are for facilitating transporting the frame assembly across the support surface.

Abstract: A stroller includes a seat frame, a backrest with a supporting frame pivoted to the seat frame, and a positioning unit including a positioning seat formed with a first engaging member, a second engaging member mounted movably on the supporting frame and movable between engaging and disengaging positions, and an urging member for urging the second engaging member to move to the engaging position. The second engaging member presses downwardly against the first engaging member by urging action of the urging member.

Abstract: A scooter includes front and rear frame parts coupled together through a pivot unit so as to permit turning of the rear frame part relative the front frame part. The front and rear frame parts are respectively formed with front and rear absorber-mounting members which are respectively disposed frontwardly and rearwardly of the pivot unit. Left and right shock-absorbers have front ends pivoted to the front absorber-mounting member, and rear ends pivoted to the rear absorber-mounting member. Each of the left and right shock-absorbers extends inclinedly and upwardly from the rear absorber-mounting member to the front absorber-mounting member so as to absorb shocks smoothly from vertical and horizontal directions.

Abstract: A stabilizing apparatus and method that replaces the existing shock absorber of a road vehicle that works to resist the initiation of body roll during cornering. It seeks to counter act the forces being generated by the vehicle suspension springs that exacerbate the rollover propensity of vehicles during certain steering maneuvers.

Abstract: A retractable step for use with a vehicle comprises a stepping member having a stepping deck, a first arm, a second arm, a motor and a stop. The first arm has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The second arm also has a first end pivotally attached to the vehicle, and a second end pivotally attached to the stepping member. The motor is drivingly connected to the first arm such that a rotation of the motor causes rotation of the first arm about its first end and moves the stepping member from a retracted position to an extended position, or vice versa. The stop is located within the range of motion of the second arm such that the second arm bears against the stop when the stepping member is in the extended position. The first and second arms are situated such that the first arm is loaded in compression and the second arm is loaded in tension when the stepping member is in the extended position and a load is placed upon it.

Abstract: A sidecar assembly includes a support body assembly for releasable attachment to a bicycle or other mobile device. The attachment is provided by a rear actuator arm assembly, a front actuator arm assembly, and a rear stabilizer assembly, each attachment assembly having at least one hinged connection to allow for movement of the sidecar relative to the mobile device. The sidecar further includes a support body with a rear wheel and a front caster wheel assembly configured such that most of the mass of the support body and sidecar passenger lies over the wheels and is not coupled to the mobile device.

Abstract: A pedal-type driving device suitable for a bicycle, including a main shaft rotatable about a central axis and a chain sprocket mounted about the main shaft for rotation therewith. There are two power transmission units mounted at opposite ends of the main shaft and each has a non-rotating first sprocket connectible to a support structure of the bicycle, a rotatable planetary second sprocket spaced radially outwardly from the first sprocket, a pedal, a crack connecting the pedal to the second sprocket, and a flexible drive member such as a timing belt extending around the first and second sprockets. The distance of each pedal from the central axis varies substantially as the pedals are moved about the central axis and this provides greater rotational torque to the shaft on the downward stroke of each pedal.

Abstract: A foldable three-wheeled jogging stroller having a lower frame assembly including an axle for supporting two rear wheels, the axle having a pivotally coupled fork assembly to support a front wheel and a pair of fixedly attached upright support tubes. An upper frame assembly includes a U-shaped handlebar having first and second extension tubes each fixedly attached to an interconnect member, each interconnect member configured for hinged attachment of an upright support member and for slidably receiving a first end of one of third and fourth tubes whereby the interconnect member can slide freely along its respective tube to enable an erect upper frame assembly to fold into a collapsed position overlaying the base assembly. The other ends of the third and fourth tubes are attached to a footrest that further has extension tubes coupled to the front wheel support.

Abstract: An inflatable airbag cushion (10, 110, 210, 310, 410, 510) is provided. The bag includes a face portion and a rear portion formed from first and second fabric layers (30, 32). The bag further includes a number of straight line woven in joints (16) defining flow barrier elements (14). The flow barrier elements (14) serve to contain the inflation gases and to restrict inflation of the cushion.

Abstract: The invention provides a self-contained, compact inflatable airbag deployment guide comprising an inflatable bladder attached to an inflatable airbag module. The inflatable bladder inflates early in the deployment of the airbag, thus filling, bridging, or covering void space located near the airbag cushion. The airbag cushion is then able to deploy properly on its intended route through the headliner trim of the vehicle without being delayed, damaged, or caught.

Abstract: A method for installing an airbag assembly within a steering wheel assembly includes locating an airbag module engagement member with a corresponding armature engagement member. Once aligned, an operator presses downward on the airbag cover until switch engagement members engage their corresponding switch assembly receivers within the airbag cover. A clearance is formed between each armature engagement members and the corresponding airbag module engagement members when the module is mounted to the molded armature. Thus the switch assemblies support the airbag module.

Abstract: An inflator (10) comprises a container (30) in which inflation fluid is stored under pressure. The container (30) has an opening (40) through which inflation fluid flows in a given direction from the container. A rupturable closure member (60) is fixed to the container (30) and blocks flow of inflation fluid through the opening (40). The inflator includes an initiator (70) for, when actuated, rupturing the closure member (60) to enable inflation fluid to flow from the container through the opening (40). The inflator (10) also includes a retainer (90) for retaining the initiator (70) on the container (30). The retainer (90) comprises at least one part (94) having a passage (140) for directing gas that flows from the container (30) in the given direction. The inflator (10) also includes a support (150) for the rupturable closure member (60). The support (150) transmits force from the closure member (60) to said retainer (90).

Abstract: An airbag module comprises an airbag inflatable through an opening in the airbag. An airbag inflator provides an inflation gas into the opening in the airbag. A flap has a first position permitting gas to flow to the opening in the airbag and a second position deflecting inflation gas away fro the opening in the airbag. A propellant discharges into a discharge space moving the flap between the first position to the second position. A hood at least partially covers the discharge space.

Abstract: An airbag device for protecting an occupant in a vehicle includes a folded airbag, a case accommodating the airbag, and a gas generator for inflating the airbag. The airbag device has a front surface facing the occupant and a rear surface opposite to the front surface. The air bag is arranged through a first-processed folded state and a second-processed folded state. A peripheral edge of the airbag of the first-processed folded state is folded to be located between the front and rear surfaces at a plurality of portions from a flatly deployed state. The second-processed folded state is made by folding a peripheral edge in the first-processed folded state to be located between the front and rear surfaces at a plurality of portions.

Abstract: An adjustable steering column having two locating couplings which are arranged opposite one another and have, in each case, two coupling parts able to be brought in contact, a pressure element being arranged between the mutually corresponding, medial coupling parts belonging to different couplings, while the two other outer coupling parts are interconnected by a tension element.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a repair clamp providing an improved pipe repair clamp. The clamp according to the invention could be used in some cases as a coupling to join two pipe ends. The clamp comprises; a) a metal clamping band to surround 3600 of a pipe.

Abstract: A pipe boot having a vertical portion adapted to surround a predetermined portion of the pipe to be covered, the vertical portion having a top end and a bottom end, wherein the top end has a top opening and wherein the bottom end has a bottom opening; a base portion, wherein the base portion is connected to a bottom edge of the vertical portion and wherein the vertical portion extends substantially in the vertical direction when the base portion resides on the roof. It is also preferred that the bottom opening of the boot be adapted to accept a pipe to be covered. In the preferred embodiment, the top end of the vertical portion has a slit, the slit running vertically down a predetermined distance of the vertical portion of the boot and wherein the slit allows the top opening of the vertical portion to be adjusted in size to fit around the pipe to be covered.

Abstract: A window latch for use with a window frame comprises a main body having a top portion and a bottom portion. A locking member extending through the main body pivotally mounting therein having a lock arm extending out the bottom portion and a manually operable handle exposed at the top portion. A shoulder separating the top and bottom portion so that the bottom portion projects downwardly from the shoulder. A flange portion at one end of the bottom portion projecting along the main body generally parallel to the shoulder and spaced from the shoulder leaving a recess therebetween. Wherein the bottom portion is arranged to be inserted into a hole cut into a top wall of a window frame such that shoulder sits on a top surface of the top wall and the flange engages underneath a lip of the top wall with the lip being received in the recess thus supporting the respective end of the main body to the frame and a fastener for holding an opposed end of the main body within the hole in the frame.

Abstract: A shovel for snow, dirt or other product comprises a main shovel handle having a main hand grip and a main pole which is attached to a blade; and an auxiliary handle having an auxiliary hand grip and an auxiliary pole. According to one aspect, the auxiliary pole has a threaded end which is received in a threaded bore in the main pole. The auxiliary pole can be easily attached and detached from the main pole. Adhesive can also be used. According to further aspects, a separate connecting device connects the auxiliary pole to the main pole. In one further aspect, the connecting device has a first branch threadably attached to the main pole, a second branch threadably attached to the auxiliary pole, and a third branch threadably attached to the blade. The connecting device could also be formed as a cuff or sleeve and entirely surround the main pole and be attached thereto such as with a screw, or could be formed in a semicircular cuff and be attached to the main pole such as with bands or clamps.

Abstract: The pick-up cargo box removal tool includes a generally vertical mast attached to a carriage supported by wheels. A slider assembly is slidably mounted on the mast. A winch is mounted on the slider assembly. A winch has a winch cable that extends from a winch drum, over a cable guide pulley journaled on the mast, and has a free cable end attached to the slider assembly. The rear end of a cargo box is pivotally connected to the slider assembly for pivotal movement about a transverse horizontal axis. The front portion of the cargo box is supported by two side rail engaging plates. The side rail engaging plates are secured to the slider assembly and are adjustable vertically relative to the slider assembly.

Abstract: A parallel gripper includes a housing and two adjustable gripper base jaws which are displacably guided in a jaw guiding recess. The base jaws are moved relative to one another by a wedge hook gearing that is adjusted by a piston guided in the housing. The jaw guiding recess is provided with complementary configured guiding grooves. The ratio of the wall thickness of the housing between the base of the guiding grooves and the outside of the housing to the width of the housing measured vertically in relation to the direction of displacement of the base jaws is at least 0.2. The ratio of the width of inclined traction of the wedge hook gearing to the outside width of the base jaws is at least 0.4.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cover for closing an opening which is formed in a wall, especially in a trim part of a motor vehicle. The wall has on its inside in the area of the opening a supporting shape for the cover which makes it possible to turn the cover inserted in the opening between a closed position, wherein the cover closes the opening, and a tilted position around a tilt axis in which the cover is tilted from its closed position and is removable from the opening at the outside of the wall and/or insertable into the opening. On the cover a first ramp is formed which, when the cover is turned from its tilted position to the closed position, cooperates with a wall-mounted first guide such that the cover when in the closed position assumes a predetermined relative position.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a speaker for use with a recreational vehicle. The speaker is supported relative to the ceiling so as to extend through an aperture in the ceiling. The speaker has a central axis that is oblique relative to a lower surface of the ceiling.

Abstract: The invention relates to a console box arrangement for vehicles comprising a housing having a container and a lid, the lid being pivotably arranged about an axis with respect to the container, from a closed position to a fully opened position in which the container and the lid extend in opposite directions along generally the same longitudinal direction, said housing further includes a cupholder which is pivotable about the axis and shaped so as to accommodate and support a drinking glass, cup, bottle, can or similar object. The invention is characterized in that the cupholder includes a first holder component and a second holder component which are pivotable with respect to each other about the axis so that the first holder component can be accommodated in the container and the second holder component can be accommodated in the lid. By means of the invention, an improved console box arrangement is provided, which gives access to a cupholder for the occupants in both the front and rear seats.

Abstract: An arrangement for holding beverage cans or similar receptacles in the interior of vehicles is provided inside, in the upper area of a glove compartment, and comprises at least one receiving part for at least one beverage can. The receiving part is displaceable from a covered inoperative position inside the glove compartment into an operative position in front of the dashboard, and a swivellably disposed glove compartment cover is assigned to the glove compartment. When the receiving part is displaced into the operative position, the arrangement does not require the opening of the glove compartment cover. The glove compartment cover extends only approximately to the lower edge of the arrangement, and the arrangement comprises at least one separate flap which has a low height and can be operated separately from the glove compartment cover.

Abstract: A vehicle occupant protection apparatus includes a headrest control unit for drive-controlling a headrest actuating mechanism. This control unit itself predicts that a vehicle behind is about to impact its own vehicle, and controls the headrest actuating mechanism to move a seat headrest forward and thereby reduce the size of the gap between the headrest and the neck of the occupant of the seat.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for installing a rotatable shaft, such as used with a vehicle visor, to an apertured panel. The mounting assembly includes an elbow rotatable within an inner bracket that is held within an outer bracket. One or more resilient locking arms of the inner bracket extend through openings in the outer bracket, and a catch portion of each locking arm overlays the panel distal surface to resist withdrawal of an installed mounting assembly. Each locking arm is configured such that when the inner bracket is moved axially relative to the outer bracket, the locking arm catch portion is radially retracted clear of the panel distal surface to allow proximal withdrawal of the installed mounting assembly. A method of mounting a visor to a vehicle is also disclosed.

Abstract: Lear 03762PATENT11 A three piece retaining leaf spring sun visor detent assembly which is robust and will not fall apart when handled, is low in cost, and allows movement in a direction easily concealed within the sun visor without the necessity of allowing extra clearance.

Abstract: The present invention provides a power assisted cover actuator for operating a tonneau cover for an open bed of a truck, such as a pickup truck. The cover is hingably coupled to a distal end of the truck bed adjacent the truck cab. The power assisted cover actuator in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention comprises a track upon which a trolley is guided by a linear actuator. An end of an arm is pivotally coupled to the trolley and the cover. The linear actuator comprises a motor driven drive rod coupled to the trolley that extends to advance the trolley along the track from a lower position to a higher position which raises the arm to push the cover open. Retracting the drive rod reverses the direction of travel of the trolley from a higher position to a lower position lowering the arm and closing the cover.

Abstract: A retractable roof for a vehicle has three rigid roof sections. A plurality of links and levers connect the three roof sections. The links and levers along with a slide on at least one roof section control and guide the three roof sections in an optimal manner as they move from a closure position covering a cabin of the vehicle to a storage position in a rear boot of the vehicle. The dimensions of the roof sections and boot allow the roof sections to fit into the boot.