Abstract: In once aspect, the present disclosure relates to a liquid diversion apparatus comprising: an attachment module comprising: an attachment module housing, a first connecting portion configured to connect to a portion of an apparatus configured to direct liquid, and a second connecting portion configured to connect a downstream portion of the attachment module housing to a receptacle module; a first sealing portion configured to seal a porous plate module and the attachment module; the porous plate module comprising: a first filtering portion, a second filtering portion configured to connect to the first filtering portion, and a third filtering portion configured to connect to the second filtering portion; a second sealing portion configured to seal the porous plate module and the receptacle module; and the receptacle module configured to perform the following: secure to the attachment module, and collect liquid diverted through the porous plate module.

Abstract: The present utility model discloses a wall-concealed faucet, including a box body pre-buried in a wall and a valve body disposed in the box body. A first valve seat and a second valve seat for disposing a regulating valve and a switching valve respectively are formed on the valve body, and inlet water openings two or more outlet water openings for supplying cold water and hot water respectively are disposed on the valve body. The inlet water opening communicates through a water channel in the valve body with the regulating valve disposed on the first valve seat. The regulating valve is in communication with the switching valve disposed in the second valve seat. The regulating valve is used to regulate a water temperature and a flow rate, and the switching valve is used to switch a water delivery state of each outlet water opening.

Abstract: The present utility model provides a magnetic pull-out faucet including a faucet body, a faucet support bracket, and a water supply hose movable in the faucet body and the faucet support bracket. A hose connector is disposed on a front end of the water supply hose and connected with a water outflow pull head. The faucet support bracket is provided with a cross rod, the cross rod is provided with a first magnetic attraction element. The hose connector is provided with a second magnetic attraction element. The first magnetic attraction element is a magnet having a magnetism, and the second magnetic attraction element is a magnet with a magnetism opposite to the first magnetic attraction element or an iron element magnetizable by the first magnetic attraction element. The cross rod is mated with the hose connector in a magnetic attraction manner.

Abstract: The present invention relates to technical field of faucet, specifically to an induction type pulling faucet, including a faucet body, a valve core, a handle, and a pulling shower head. A water inlet tube, a pulling tube, and an induction control valve are mounted in the faucet body. The pulling tube is connected to pulling shower head and valve core respectively. The valve core is connected to water inlet tube and the handle respectively. An infrared sensor and a magnetic sensor are mounted in faucet body, which are both electrically connected to the induction control valve via electric wire. A strong magnet is mounted in the pulling shower head. The present invention identifies magnetic field changes between the pulling tube and the pulling shower head by setting magnetic sensor to achieve induction control of water path switch, and increase convenience of using the induction type pulling faucet.

Abstract: The present utility model provides an outlet water switching device with temperature display and a shower system, which are applied to an upward water-feeding shower system. The system includes: a body, wherein the body accommodates an inner body, a valve seat and a water guide chamber in mutual communication are formed on the inner body to dispose a switching valve assembly and a hydraulic power generating device, an inlet water opening and at least one outlet water opening are further disposed on the inner body, the inlet water opening is in communication with the water guide chamber, the outlet water openings are in communication with the valve seat respectively, a water flow impacts the hydraulic power generating device disposed in the water guide chamber to enable the hydraulic power generating device to autonomously generate power.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for diverting water from a shower diverter valve and distributing within an interior of a bathtub.

Abstract: A tankless toilet includes a bowl, a trapway, and a jet. The bowl includes a rim at an upper portion of the bowl and a sump at a lower portion of the bowl. The trapway extends from the sump to a drain. The jet includes a main channel configured to receive a supply of water from a supply conduit, and a plurality of distribution channels configured to introduce water received from the main channel to at least one of the sump and the trapway. The jet is configured to receive the supply of water from the supply conduit at a first flow rate and induce a flow from the supply of water into the trapway at a second flow rate greater than the first flow rate to prime a siphon within the trapway. The second flow rate is greater than the first flow rate prior to priming the siphon.

Abstract: A urinal screen having a frame and a plurality of protrusions extending from the frame. The frame can include a plurality of openings. The openings can be defined by a plurality of perimeter structures. The protrusions can extend from the perimeter structures. In some embodiments, protrusions extend from a first face and a second face of the frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a toilet flushing initiating, monitoring and management system initiated by the unlocking of a locking member on a door mounted in a stall typically found in a bathroom such as a public bathroom.

Abstract: A liquid reservoir for use in a toilet seat assembly having a presence sensor configured to detect a presence of a user includes a housing, a heating member, a temperature sensor, and a level sensor. The housing has a base portion, a cover portion, an inlet, and an outlet, and the housing is configured to contain a liquid. The temperature sensor is configured to detect a temperature of liquid within the housing. The level sensor is configured to detect an amount of the liquid within the housing. The heating member is configured to heat the liquid contained in the housing upon the presence sensor of the toilet seat assembly detecting the presence of the user.

Abstract: A drain cover assembly that retains mesh on its upper surface via a channel-fastening system that is integrated into the drain cover's perimeter zone. The mesh is retained on the upper surface of the drain cover in a robust and permanent fashion. The drain cover can be configured to provide structural rigidity for supporting a load applied to its upper surface. The drain cover can be adapted to allow for its use in existing or newly constructed drainage system installations. The meshed upper surface of the drain cover can be configured to be flat or raised in profile. The meshed upper surface of the drain cover prevents mosquito habitation and breeding within the associated drainage system and prevents fine debris particles from clogging the drainage system's flow conduit.

Abstract: A lower connector includes a lower connector hollow body, a pair of lower connector bosses coupled to the lower connector hollow body, and a pair of lower connector arms coupled to the lower connector bosses. A connector assembly includes an upper connector coupled to a lower connector and a gusset plate sandwiched between the upper and lower connectors.

Abstract: A splice having a main body and one or more protrusions extending from the main body. The one or more protrusions can be operable to interfere with a rail when the main body is installed into an opening of the rail. The one or more protrusions may be operable to cut into a coating of the rail and form an electrical connection between the rail and the main body.

Abstract: A dual channel drainage seal for enclosing a joint between a slab and a foundation sidewall of a subterranean area. The drainage seal includes and lower channel and an upper channel stacked over the lower channel. The lower channel is affixed on top of the slab and against the sidewall to form and enclosed channel for retaining and routing radon and/or water seepage at the joint to a sump pit. The upper channel is open on top and configured to capture and route water seepage from the sidewall above to the sump for discharge, thereby protecting the interior portions of the slab from radon and water damage.

Abstract: A modular plastic building block for constructing a continuous wall of a structure is provided. The modular block has body that is rectangular or L-shaped depending on the position of the block within the desired structure. Each end of the modular block has a connecting member, either a male or female connecting member configured to connect to a respective female or male connecting member of an adjacent modular block. The modular block includes a pair of locking channels having at least one locking groove enabling a user to lock adjacent modular blocks vertically using a locking member. The modular plastic building block is designed for inexpensive building construction, while still providing efficient insulation and a sturdy base due to the density of plastic as the structure is mostly solid. A conduit may be provided to allow for electrical and plumbing connections within the blocks. In some instances, recycled plastic is used.

Abstract: A hold down clip for retaining one or more ceiling panels on lower flanges of a suspended ceiling tee and allowing removal of the ceiling panels from below after installation. The hold down clip includes at least one outward curved section with a crest between an upper end and a lower end. The clip elastically deforms to produce reactive spring forces when a ceiling panel engages a contact point below the crest of the outward curved section. The clip also includes at least one continuously formed latching section, which may extend from the upper end, lower end, or a transition point below the crest of the outward curved section. The latching section engages the grid tee to generate the spring force. Alternatively, the clip includes a fastener secured to the at least one outward curved section. The fastener is configured for threaded attachment to a receptacle of the grid tee.

Abstract: A method to produce a building panel, including providing a core, applying a first paper layer on a first surface of the core, wherein the first paper layer includes a resin impregnated paper, applying refined lignocellulosic fibres on the first paper layer, applying a wood veneer layer above the refined lignocellulosic fibres, applying pressure to the core, the first paper layer, the refined lignocellulosic fibres, and the wood veneer layer to form a building panel. Also, to such building panel.

Abstract: This document a method for forming a surface of an interior wall or a ceiling. The method comprises providing a pair of building boards (S1, S2), attaching by means of nails (3) the first building board (S1) to a stud (2), joining the edge portion (1?) of the second building board (S2) with the edge portion (1) of the first building board, so that the tongue (101) of the first building board extends into the groove (102) of the second building board, attaching by means of nails (3) the second building board (S2) to the stud (2), and gluing a surface covering fabric (4) directly to an exposed main surface (11, 12) of the building boards (S1, S2), such that the surface covering fabric covers the building boards (S1, S2). The document discloses a method for manufacturing a prefabricated building element, a structure comprising a pair of building boards, and a way of manufacturing a building board.

Abstract: A method of making a metal frame that will be used to make metal panels that will be used to fabricate modular metal buildings. Currently, the metal frames are manufactured through forming processes, however, the steps adopted end up generating greater difficulty in the conformation of the metal sheet, and, consequently, increase in the manufacturing time; as well as, they cannot achieve a higher degree of quality, which reduces the added value of the metal frame and can lead to greater difficulty of assembly, lower productivity and higher labor cost. The ideal method, comprises of modular plates (1) that are formed by galvanized sheet frames (2), which are manufactured by the method with 22 forming steps through a roll forming machine (7) with profiling rolls (9) with specific frames (10), and each step has a roll (9) and a set of support rollers (12) for each forming step.

Abstract: The invention concerns a truss structure including a plurality of longitudinal members extending parallel to one another in a main extension direction and crossmembers (9) distributed in the main extension direction to connect the longitudinal members mechanically two-by-two, forming a plurality of polygons (11) each contained in a plane perpendicular to the main extension direction. According to the invention, each crossmember (9) connecting two longitudinal members includes a first half-crossmember (9a) with a first end connected to one of the two longitudinal members so as to be able to pivot about a first axis (X1-X?1) and a second half-crossmember (9b) a first end of which is connected to the other of the two longitudinal members so as to be able to pivot about a second axis (X2-X?2). The two half-crossmembers are connected to one another by an articulation hinge (13) allowing relative rotation of the two half-crossmembers (9a, 9b) about a third axis (X3-X?3).

Abstract: A rain gutter system comprises a covered rain gutter and a mounting bracket in the interior of the covered rain gutter for mounting the covered rain gutter to a structure. The covered rain gutter includes a trough portion and a cover portion with the trough portion including a lip and the cover portion including a nose configured to direct rainwater to flow toward the interior of the covered rain gutter. The mounting bracket includes a top portion, a bottom portion, and a central portion interconnecting the top and bottom portions. The top portion of the bracket can contact and support the cover portion. The bottom portion of the bracket can contact the lip of the trough portion, support the trough portion, and maintain separation between the nose and the lip of the covered rain gutter.

Abstract: A connector arrangement for a flashing assembly for use in a roof window arrangement is disclosed. It comprises a base connector element, an elevation element and a top connector element. Both connector elements have a gutter in their exterior side, and the gutter is open at one end so that water can drain out of it. An attachment section on the interior side of the base connector element is configured for being attached to a bracket used for connecting a roof window to a load-bearing structure, and the elevation element supports the top connector element so that it is positioned above the base connector element. In the mounted state the second end of the top connector element is arranged above the gutter of the base connector element and their length directions extend substantially in parallel to each other. A method for weather proofing a roof window arrangement is also disclosed.

Abstract: Systems and methods for draining liquids include spaced support members and drainage ribs extending therebetween. Adjacent rows of drainage ribs may establish a general checkerboard pattern of ribs and interstitial spaces therebetween. Drainage ribs may have a differential height along their length, though may have substantially coplanar bottom surfaces. A first support member is provided with stress risers to enable enhanced bending capability to provide a customizable device width for mating with predetermined liquid conduit sizes, such as roofing gutters having upward-facing channel widths.

Abstract: A staircase handrail support device removably connected to a staircase to facilitate installation of a handrail, the staircase handrail support device including a telescopic pole, a base connected to at least a portion of a first end of the telescopic pole to stabilize the telescopic pole on the staircase, a first miter gauge pivotally disposed on at least a portion of the first end of the telescopic pole to indicate a first angle of the telescopic pole with respect to the base, and a second miter gauge pivotally disposed on at least a portion of a second end of the telescopic pole to receive the handrail thereon and indicate a second angle of the telescopic pole with respect to the second miter gauge.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tile panel which includes a support panel which is essentially flat and has a top side onto which one or more tiles are adhered by an adhesive, wherein the support panel is made from a material which is different than the material from which the one or more tiles are made, and the top side of the support panel includes a recessed structure in which the adhesive is present. The invention also relates to a surface covering, in particular for a floor, ceiling or wall surface, which is constructed by a multitude of neighbouring tile panels.

Abstract: A vertical joint system for substrates is formed with joints and which engaged by relative motion in a direction perpendicular to major surfaces and of the substrate. The joints are configured to enable relative rotation of up to 3 degrees while maintaining engagement of the joints. The joints and are further configured to form two locking planes one on each of the inner and outer most sides of the joint. Engagement about the locking planes is provided by transverse outward extending surfaces. At least one surface in each pair of engaging surfaces is smoothly curved. The joints and can be further arranged to provide a third locking plane parallel to and between the locking planes. The joints are disengaged by combination of a downward rotation of one joint relative the other then application of a downward force.

Abstract: A support tool for installing tiles onto a wall above a niche in the wall provides support for tiles being mounted above the niche. The tool includes a support plate configured to be secured to or braced against an upper surface of the niche. A tile support bar supporting lower edges of the tiles may be adjusted and held in a selected vertical position relative to the plate, so that lower edges of tiles may be placed in a desired vertical position relative to the upper surface of the niche. The tile support bar may be slidably supported on a support rod in a selected position by a nut threaded onto the support rod. The tool may be secured in position by screwing the support plate onto the upper surface of the niche, or by bracing the tool in place using a length-adjustable extender assembly.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure are directed to apparatuses and/or methods involving a wall patch. As may be implemented in accordance with one or more aspects characterized herein, a wall patch has a plurality of layers including a base layer having an upper surface and a lower surface, and stacked layers stacked over the upper surface of the base layer. Each stacked layer is stacked on one of the other layers and has an exposed lower surface region that extends laterally beyond the layer upon which it is stacked. Adhesive may operate to adhere the exposed lower surface regions and the lower surface of the base layer may be adhered to a wall surface. The stacked layers, base layer and adhesive to provide a gradient defined by the thicknesses of the layers and adhesive, and defined by the area of the exposed lower surface regions of the stacked layers.

Abstract: A pole cover assembly for covering a pole including first sleeves or base sleeves, second sleeves or middle sleeves, and third sleeves or top sleeves or top cap. The pole cover assembly may also contain additional spacer sleeves. The pole cover assembly includes first sleeves, the second sleeves, and the third sleeves which come in front and rear semi-cylindrical tubes that snap together via inconspicuous tabs. Further, each of the first sleeves, the second sleeves, and the third sleeves include a series of disks that accommodate most type of poles i.e., square, round, and U-channel poles. The pole cover assembly acts as a cover for the poles and can snap around almost all types and sizes of poles. The pole cover assembly beautifies and brings visibility to any pole.

Abstract: Antenna tower construction/deconstruction biasing assemblies are provided. The biasing assemblies can be configured to extend between a standard and an antenna tower. The assemblies can include: an adjustable linear extension extending between a first end configured to couple with the standard and a second end configured to couple with the antenna tower; and a biasing mechanism configured to adjust the length of the linear extension and maintain the rigid engagement during transitioning of the tower from a down/erect position to an erect/down position. Methods for constructing/deconstructing an antenna tower are provided. The methods can include providing a biasing assembly.

Abstract: A frame 1 for mounting a portable enclosure 2 to form a tent. The frame 1 includes a first sub-frame 4, a second sub-frame 5 and a third sub-frame 6. Each sub-frame 4, 5, 6 has a pair of side members 7 connected by at least one cross member 8. The side members 7 of the sub-frames 4, 5, 6 taper inwardly from the captured ends 10, 11 to said cross members 8 to form a generally trapezium shape.

Abstract: A sun shade blocks or inhibits ultraviolet radiation emitted by the sun from reaching the head of a user. Positioning of supporting stations of the sun shade relative to a base is adjustable so that shading provided by a canopy of the sun shade can be user selected. Positioning of the canopy along the stanchions may also be adjustable. The sun shade is usable as a stand alone device, or it may be attached to other devices such as beach chairs or lounge chairs.

Abstract: A portable shade device having an elongated member and transverse members at each end. Wheels are mounted to each end of the transverse members. A pair of vertical support masts are connected to the frame and a horizontal brace extends between the pair of vertical support masts. Operatively attached to each of the pair of vertical support masts is a deployment system. The deployment system includes a nut attached to the vertical support mast adjacent the frame and a threaded rod extends through the nut and has a socket adapted to receive an impact driver at one end and a head at the opposite end.

Abstract: A folding tent eave automatically-overhanging structure includes a leg pipe, a fixed base disposed at an upper part of the leg pipe, a slide base disposed on the leg pipe and capable of sliding up and down along the leg pipe, and an eave overhanging rod movably erected on the fixed base. The fixed base is hingedly connected to a lower tent top rod. The slide base is hingedly connected to a support rod. The other end of the support rod is hingedly connected to the lower tent top rod. A slider capable of sliding along the support rod is disposed on the support rod. The slider is hingedly connected to a connecting rod. The other end of the connecting rod is hingedly connected to the lower tent top rod. The folding tent eave automatically-overhanging structure further includes a push rod.

Abstract: A canopy assembly for a barrier defined by at least two sides, wherein the canopy assembly including a cover assembly; and a bracket assembly, coupled to the cover assembly, wherein the bracket assembly includes at least a first bracket for coupling the cover assembly to the first side of the barrier and at least a second bracket for coupling the cover assembly to the second side of the barrier, wherein each of the at least first and second brackets have a cavity dimensioned to receive a plurality of differently dimensioned barrier top rails or wall surfaces.

Abstract: A fence post cap assembly includes a cap body, a hanger, and a stabilization body. The hanger has a support end portion extending through the cap body and at least one free end portion disposed above the cap body, extending in a first direction, and configured to receive a hanging device. The stabilization body is engaged to the support end portion of the hanger below the cap body and includes first and second ends extending in opposite directions. The fence post cap assembly is configured to engage a free end of a fence post with the stabilization body disposed within the fence post whereby the first and second ends of the stabilization body are configured to contact walls in the interior of the fence post to stabilize the hanger.

Abstract: Refuse carts and refuse cart retention systems for use in retaining refuse carts inside a corral and transporting or emptying the carts when needed. The refuse cart retention system generally includes a retention corral and at least one large refuse cart and/or at least one small refuse cart. Various mechanisms for retaining refuse carts in the retention corral include retention structures to receive a segment of a refuse cart frame, and frame protrusions connected to the retention corral that can be placed in tight contact with a cutout in the sides of the refuse carts having a geometry substantially identical to that of the frame protrusions.

Abstract: A pool cover assembly includes a first encapsulation member defining a first side of a pool cover encapsulation, the first encapsulation member comprising a first mating feature. The pool cover assembly further includes a second encapsulation member defining a second side of the pool cover encapsulation, the second encapsulation member comprising a second mating feature. And the pool cover assembly further includes a corner endcap member comprising a third mating feature and a fourth mating feature. The first encapsulation member is coupleable to the corner endcap by the first mating feature and the third mating feature, and the second encapsulation member is coupleable to the corner endcap by the second mating feature and the fourth mating feature. The corner endcap member couples with the first encapsulation member and the second encapsulation member to form a corner of the pool cover encapsulation.

Abstract: An automatic swimming pool cleaner (APC) for swimming pools and spas may be used to monitor and/or determine a waterline level of the swimming pool or spa. Optionally, the determined waterline level may be provided on a user interface of an external device such as but not limited to a control box or a user device. An alert may be provided to a pool owner or other user based on the waterline level relative to a threshold waterline level. Optionally, at least one piece of equipment associated with the swimming pool or spa may be controlled based on the determined waterline level.

Abstract: An adjustable bent door pull to be installed on a first surface of a door, the adjustable door pull including a bent grip to facilitate gripping thereof, the bent grip including a main portion, and a bent portion angularly disposed on at least a portion of the main portion to extend away from the main portion with respect to a lateral direction, and at least one detachable standoff removably connected to the bent grip to allow the bent grip to be attached to the first surface of the door, the at least one detachable standoff including an attachment portion comprising an aperture to receive the bent grip therein, a clamp portion disposed on a first end of the attachment portion to control movement of the bent grip through the aperture, an offset portion disposed on a second end of the attachment portion to extend away from the attachment portion in a first direction, and a protruding portion to extend away from the offset portion in a second direction different from the first direction to connect to the first

Abstract: A cabinetry handle is provided with a handle body with a mounting surface oriented on the handle body to mount to cabinetry. A first fastener is provided on the mounting surface to cooperate with a second fastener within the cabinetry. At least one projection is spaced apart from the first fastener and extends a length from the mounting surface to engage the cabinetry to minimize rotation of the handle body relative to the cabinetry. The at least one projection has a thickness and a width that is greater than the thickness. A direction of the width of the at least one projection is aligned with the first fastener.

Abstract: The strike assembly can have a strike with a strike face, a socket in the strike face for receiving a male locking member retractably mounted to a door, the socket having a shim-receiving wall integral to and normal to the strike face, the shim-receiving wall having a receiving aperture, an insert being securely engageable into the receiving aperture along an insert engagement path, and a shim plate held firmly in the socket, against the shim-receiving wall, by the insert, when the insert is engaged into the receiving aperture.

Abstract: A lock having a latch assembly with a bolt head freely movable between an extended position and a retracted position. The latch assembly also includes lock pin that is movable between a locked position and an unlocked position, which may be moveable by a motor and/or biasing mechanism. The lock also has a strike assembly including a strike housing for receiving the bolt head. The strike housing includes a keeper biased to a latched position relative to the bolt head. When the lock pin is in the locked position, the lock pin engages the keeper to hold the keeper in the latched position, and thus the bolt head in the extended position in the strike housing. The lock also includes an access control system for controlling the motor of the lock.

Abstract: A lockset that includes a latch assembly, an interior assembly and an exterior assembly. The latch assembly includes a bolt movable between an extended position and a retracted position. The interior assembly is configured to electronically control movement of the bolt between the extended position and the retracted position. The exterior assembly includes a locking assembly configured to be mechanically coupled with the latch assembly. The interior assembly includes an interior wireless communication unit and the exterior assembly includes an exterior wireless communication unit that is configured to wirelessly communicate therebetween. In some embodiments, an exterior assembly includes a photovoltaic cell and the interior assembly includes a light source. The light source and the solar cell are configured for wirelessly communicating and for power transmission between the exterior and interior assemblies through a bore hole in the door.

Abstract: A latching assembly for releasably securing a first member to a second member, the latch assembly comprising a housing, at least two jaws pivotally mounted to the housing, the jaws pivotable between an open position and a closed position, the assembly comprising a locking member moveable between a locked position to lock the jaws in the closed position and an unlocked position to allow the jaws to revert to the open position.

Abstract: A pull-out locking device for drawers is provided. The device comprises bolt units associated with one of the pull-out guides, each of which bolt units comprises a bolt part that is mounted so as to be movable between a passive position and an actuation position, wherein the bolt parts interact with a cable-like element or with a push element. When the device is locked, a pull-out rail can be pulled out over a remaining portion, with a retaining spring being deformed. When the device is locked, a locking portion is at least at the end of the remaining portion in a locked position and rests against a locking surface that is moved together with the pull-out rail. When the device is released, the locking portion is at least at the end of the remaining portion in a released position.

Abstract: A hasp bracket may include a shield wall and a mounting plate orthogonal to the shield wall. The mounting plate may include a bolt aperture member extending from an inward edge of the mounting plate. The mounting plate may include one or more apertures in a surface of the mounting plate. The one or more apertures may be located in an area bounded by the shield wall and the inward edge of the mounting plate.

Abstract: The invention relates to a product anti-theft device, which is designed to be attached to products that are to be protected, in particular textile products, the anti-theft device comprising a housing and a locking mechanism, which locking mechanism comprises a needle, the needle being movable between an engaged position, in which it engages with the product that is to be protected, and a release position, in which it allows the product anti-theft device to be released and removed from the product that is to be protected.

Abstract: A decentralized control unit of a motor vehicle, the decentralized control unit having a communication controller, which when installed, communicates via an antenna arrangement with a wireless communication network external to the vehicle by means of a mobile communication standard in order to provide a peripheral function. According to the invention, the communication controller, when installed, generates digital data signals in a preprocessing routine from antenna signals received via the antenna arrangement, and communicates the data signals to a central control unit of the motor vehicle via a communication network internal to the motor vehicle for completion of the peripheral function there.

Abstract: In accordance with an embodiment, a vehicle door opening and closing apparatus includes: a main latch mounted on a vehicle door, and including a catch rotating around a shaft extending in a height direction of a vehicle; and a main striker mounted on a vehicle body, and including a rod extending in the height direction of the vehicle.