Abstract: The description relates to hinged devices, such as hinged computing devices. One example can include first and second portions that rotate around a hinge shaft that is fixedly secured to the first portion and rotationally secured to the second portion. The second portion defining a first contact surface spaced apart from a second contact surface. Multiple friction clips friction fit around the hinge shaft and rotating with the hinge shaft between the first contact surface and the second contact surface.

Abstract: Disclosed is a two way swinging door opening gap control device for controlling the movements of companion animals that is detachably attached to the existing door and door frame with ease, without any structural change or damage, thereby being applied conveniently to various types of doors, and that controls an opening gap of the door to allow the companion animals to freely enter through the door, to prevent the door from being excessively opened by external wind or animals entering therethrough, and to limit the spaces the animals can enter according to animal sizes to thus provide individual living spaces for the animals. According to the present invention, the opening gap control device largely includes a gap control band 100, a locking pin module 200, and a locking holder module 300.

Abstract: A method and a device for controlling door movements of a controllable door of a motor vehicle. A control device and a sensor arrangement are assigned to the door and the door has a controllable motion influencing device. A motion of a door wing of the door is controlled and influenced by the motion influencing device to alternate between a closed position and an open position. The motion influencing device includes a driving device with a drive motor. The sensor arrangement includes a current sensor which detects the motor current of the drive motor. While closing the door wing the control device detects an obstacle when the door wing is not yet closed and the power input of the drive motor rises above a predetermined threshold. Then the control device stops the drive motor.

Abstract: A retainer housing, in particular for a door check (30), includes a first housing part (2) with a cavity (3) for receiving a brake body (50) and a spring system (40) of a door check (30). The first housing part (2) has a first end (2b) and a second end (2c), and a closing piece (104) which is situated on one of the first end (2b) and second end (2c) of the housing part. The closing piece (104) has an upper face (104a) and a lower face (104b). Multiple elevations (6) are arranged on the lower face (4b; 104b) of the closing piece (4; 104), concentrically around a centre point of the lower face (4b; 104b). The elevations (6) have a stop face (7) for a spring system (40) of a door check (30).

Abstract: An actuating device for opening and closing a cover in or on a vehicle includes a housing, a rotatable plunger, a spring that preloads the plunger into a discharge position, and an actuating sleeve into which the plunger can be introduced. At least one actuating groove extends helically around the longitudinal axis of the actuating sleeve and is formed on the inside of the sleeve. At least one actuating projection of the plunger engages into the actuating groove when the plunger is introduced into the actuating sleeve causing the plunger to rotate about its longitudinal axis during an axial relative movement between the actuating sleeve and the plunger. A blocking device blocks plunger movement into the discharge position to hold the plunger in a locked position. A spring element preloads the blocking device into a blocking position, and an actuator disengages the blocking device from the blocking position.

Abstract: An exemplary damper module is configured for use with a latchbolt assembly, and generally includes a mounting bracket, a first slowing mechanism, and a second slowing mechanism. The latchbolt assembly generally includes a drive member, a latchbolt, and a retractor connected between the drive member and the latchbolt. Each of the slowing mechanisms is independently operable to slow the extension speed of the latchbolt. The first slowing mechanism includes a rack gear and a rotary damper including a pinion gear. The rack gear is configured to be mounted to the drive member, and the rotary damper is mounted to the mounting bracket. The second slowing mechanism includes a slowing arm and a biasing member engaged with the slowing arm. The slowing arm is movably mounted to the mounting bracket and is configured to engage the retractor.

Abstract: A bumper assembly for a vehicle seat damper includes a bumper cap and a grommet configured to engage the bumper cap. The bumper cap includes a protruding central portion having a supporting rib structure within the protruding central portion. Further, a vehicle seat assembly includes a vehicle seat configured to be removably installed on a vehicle floor of a vehicle, the vehicle seat including a seat damper, and a bumper assembly configured to be installed on the vehicle floor such that the bumper assembly contacts the seat damper when the vehicle seat is installed on the vehicle floor. When the vehicle seat is installed on the vehicle floor, the seat damper contacts the bumper assembly and the bumper assembly then contacts a body panel of the vehicle so as to provide support for the vehicle seat assembly.

Abstract: A household appliance contains a part that is releasably attached onto to the household appliance through a snap-fit connection. The part is provided with two or more engagement sites including a first engagement site and a second engagement site distributed around an axis along a direction to be followed at a process for releasably securing of the part. Each of the first engagement site and the second engagement site has a different respective orthogonal projection on the axis.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a motor vehicle having a door check mechanism. An example motor vehicle a pivotable door, a door check mechanism including a bar, wherein the door check mechanism is configured to hold the door open in a fully open check position, and a retarder assembly configured to oppose opening of the door beyond the fully open check position by applying a force generated by a non-linear surface of the bar.

Abstract: A door prop device that can be utilized to maintain a door in an open position is described. The door prop has a triangular shaped body with angled sidewalls that extend from a base. A projection extends from the angled sidewalls in a direction away from the base. A passageway extends through the projection. A member is rotatably positioned in the passageway with a first portion of the member extending from the passageway. The first portion has first and second concave surfaces. The first and second concave surfaces are disposed for engaging a hinge pin on a hinge for a door.

Abstract: A method and an adjustable locking system for sliding windows and/or sliding doors are provided. The adjustable locking system includes a slide rail, a jammer bar, and a sliding spring-loaded pull pin lock. The slide rail mounts flush to the action portion of the sliding window or sliding door frame. The spring loaded locking pin is attached to the jammer bar which slides through the slide rail; engaging in a series of optional locking points allowing the window or door to be securely locked anywhere in between fully open to fully closed.

Abstract: A hinge includes a leaf unit, first and second action units and an axle unit. The leaf unit includes first and second leaves that are rotatable relative to each other. The first leaf has a first barrel. The second leaf has a second barrel. The first and second action units are co-rotatable with the first leaf. The axle unit includes a fixing member mounted in the second barrel and co-rotatable with the second leaf, and first and second axle constituents respectively associated with the first and second action units and co-rotatable with the fixing member.

Abstract: Technologies are described for a hinge mechanism coupled to at least a dual-display device wherein the displays can rotate with respect to each other through 360 degrees. The hinge mechanism has at least one flexible connection member that follows a generally S-shaped path when the displays are in a tablet position. In some embodiments, a second flexible connection member can be added that follows a mirrored S-shaped path. The S-shaped path of the first flexible connection member and the mirrored S-shape path of the second flexible connection member together create a cross-configuration. In other embodiments, interconnected friction hinges can allow for a free-stop function at any point along the 360 degrees of rotation.

Abstract: A core pattern reformer system for adjusting and setting a core pattern for use in casting a gas turbine blade has a first portion having a first internal face with a concave portion. The first portion is coupled to a second portion. The second portion has a second internal face with a convex portion. A plurality of adjustable pins is positioned along the internal faces of the first portion and the second portion. The pins have a height that is adjustable with respect to the internal faces. A locking mechanism is included for securing the first portion to the second portion. The system includes one or more air inlets and one or more air exits and a source of cooling air coupled to the one or more air inlets.

Abstract: A door checker includes a housing which has a base from which first and second opposing flanges extend. First and second guide pins are spaced apart from one another and are interconnected to the first and second flanges. The first and second guide pins are configured to deflect in response to a load. A check arm extends through the base and is arranged between the first and second guide pins. The check arm is configured to move relative to the housing and includes a profile that corresponds to a variable door holding force. A bearing member is arranged on one side of the check arm and the bearing member coacts with the profile and is supported on the first and second guide pins and is configured to slide thereon in response to movement of the check arm relative to the bearing member. The bearing member transfers the load from the check arm to the first and second guide pins.

Abstract: An interlock for an enclosure can include a primary door activator with an activator arm, a secondary door activator, and a rotatable arrangement that links the primary and secondary door activators. The activator arm can block a primary door of the enclosure from being closed when the activator arm is in an open configuration. The activator arm can be configured to rotate with the rotatable arrangement in a first direction towards the open configuration as the primary door is opened, and in a second direction away from the open configuration as the primary door is closed. The secondary door activator can be configured to engage the rotatable arrangement to prevent rotation of the rotatable arrangement when the secondary door is open, and to permit rotation of the rotatable arrangement when the secondary door is closed.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a motor vehicle having a door check mechanism. An example motor vehicle includes a door pivotable between fully open and fully closed positions, and a door check mechanism including a bar having a helical groove and at least one check hold recess along the helical groove.

Abstract: One illustrative kit disclosed herein includes a package and a plurality of individual sections of a moldable material positioned within the package, wherein each of the individual sections of the moldable material have an axial length. In this example, when viewed in a cross-section taken through the individual sections of moldable material in a direction transverse to the axial length, each of the individual sections of the moldable material have a non-rectangular cross-sectional configuration for at least a portion of the axial length of each of the individual sections of the moldable material.

Abstract: The invention described herein is a wedge doorstop having a pair of adjacent sidewalls that respectively abut an edge of a door and a doorframe in a preferred orientation. Additionally, another sidewall of the stop abuts the frame stop of the doorframe and a compressible material along each one of the sidewalls protects the frame and increases friction. In operation, the door is opened and the doorstop is inserted into the gap between the frame and the door, and when the door begins to swing towards the frame, the wedge is sandwiched between the edge of the door and the frame. Additionally the compressive material prevents the doorstop from damaging the door or frame. Alternatively, the wedge can be inserted between the ground and bottom edge of the door.

Abstract: A method of operating a vehicle door includes the step of pushing an unlatched door to an ajar position. The unlatched door is mechanically held in the ajar position. In one embodiment, the method is performed using a door presenting system that includes a door checker that is configured to hold a door in the ajar position. A presenting actuator is movable between retracted and extended positions. The extended position corresponds to the ajar position. A controller is configured to move the presenting actuator between the retracted and extended positions in response to a presenting signal.

Abstract: A spring cartridge for a mortise lock includes a housing adapted to be secured within the mortise lock housing, and first and second members slideable with respect to the spring cartridge housing, the first and second members each having a first end adapted to contact an outer surface of first and second spindle hubs and being independently actuable along a longitudinal axis of the spring cartridge housing in response to rotation of the first or second spindle hub. A spring retained by the spring cartridge housing contacts a second end of the first and second members to bias each of the members against the outer surface of the first and second spindle hubs, respectively. Upon rotation of one of the hubs, the member contacting the hub permits the hub to rotate, while the member contacting the other hub prevents the other hub from rotating.

Abstract: A viscous damper includes a damper housing and a shaft extending through the damper housing. The shaft includes a first exposed end and a second exposed end. A gear is mated to the first exposed end of the shaft. A spring is connected to the second exposed end of the shaft. A storage bin is also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for providing a self-activating stop device at the back of a hauling trailer for a boat. The apparatus is a compact, lightweight and durable U-shaped housing having a retractable stop element pivotably positioned therein. Through-holes in the housing permit the apparatus to be quickly and easily secured to bunkers or other framing at the trailer back end. The U-shaped housing's top surface can be easily aligned with the top surface of the bunk or framing while the stop element is biased in an upright position. When the boat is lifted out of the water and slid onto the bunker or framing, the boat's presence pivots the stop element down into the housing and once the transom of the boat passes over the stop element, the stop element self-activates, pivoting upward acting as a stop against the transom, thereby preventing the boat from sliding back off of the trailer.

Abstract: Locking apparatuses and methods are provided for controlling access to a space using an improved locking apparatus. The locking apparatus includes a body, an actuator, and a lifting member, at least a portion of the lifting member being configured to be raised or lowered relative to the body according to a command position. The locking apparatus further includes a lifting mechanism configured to receive an output of the actuator and to raise or lower the lifting member responsive to the actuator output, and an adjustment member configured to contact the body and the lifting member. A manual operation-based locking apparatus is provided which uses a foot pedal to lock or unlock the locking apparatus. A method is provided for operating a mounted locking apparatus in a locked or unlocked state.

Abstract: In an aspect, a door control system is provided for a vehicle door and includes a pushrod and a locking device. The pushrod has a first end connected to one of the vehicle body and the vehicle door. At least a portion of the locking device is mounted to the other of the vehicle body and the vehicle door. The locking device includes a leadscrew, a leadscrew nut mounted on the leadscrew, a housing including a guide path, and a brake. The pushrod has a second end connected to the leadscrew nut. The leadscrew nut is constrained against rotation but is slideable along the guide path by movement of the pushrod, which causes rotation of the leadscrew. The brake is positionable in a braking position in which the brake prevents rotation of the leadscrew, and a release position in which the brake permits rotation of the leadscrew.

Abstract: A semiconductor package device includes a carrier, an electronic component, a package body and an antenna. The carrier has a first surface, a second surface opposite to the first surface and a lateral surface extending between the first surface and the second surface. The electronic component is disposed on the first surface of the carrier. The package body is disposed on the first surface of the carrier and encapsulates the electronic component. The antenna is disposed on at least a portion of the lateral surface of the carrier.

Abstract: A door checker includes a housing which has a base from which first and second opposing flanges extend. First and second guide pins are spaced apart from one another and are interconnected to the first and second flanges. A check arm extends through the base and is arranged between the first and second guide pins. The check arm is configured to move relative to the housing and includes a profile that corresponds to a variable door holding force. A bearing member is arranged on one side of the check arm and is slidably supported by the first and second guide pins. The bearing member coacts with the profile.

Abstract: A hinge rotatably attaches a display to a base, the hinge including a rotatable shaft and the hinge to rotate the display between a first position and a second position, a display screen of the display facing in a first direction when the display is at the first position, and the display facing in a second direction opposite the first direction when the display is at the second position. The hinge includes a lock to fix the display at an angle that is inclined with respect to the base and with respect to a plane that is perpendicular to a main surface of the base.

Abstract: The invention discloses an automatic assembly equipment of door check comprising an L-shaped component semi-finished product assembly device and a finished product assembly device; the L-shaped component semi-finished product assembly device comprises a first material feeding device, a first riveting device, a first flipping device and a first large turntable, wherein the first material feeding device, the first pressing riveting device and the first flipping device are connected by the first large turntable; the finished product assembly device comprises a second material feeding device, a second riveting device, two turning devices, a material exporting device and a second turntable, wherein the second material feeding device, the second riveting device, the second flipping device and the material exporting device are arranged in turn around the second large turntable. The automatic assembly equipment for door check of this present invention is used for automatically assembling the door check.

Abstract: A device for protecting the fingers of a person from getting impinged in between the door and the doorframe during closing of the door by an operator is provided. The device includes a gripping body configured to wrap around the shank of the doorknob, a bumper body attached to the gripping body configured to prevent the closing of the door, a hollow unit positioned between the bumper body and the gripping body, and one or more connecting body to pass through the hollow unit to connect the gripping body with the shank of the doorknob. When the door is opened, the bumper body is positioned between the door and the door frame. In order to close the door, the operator rotates the doorknob normally, which moves the bumper body, away from the leading edge of the door. The process makes an operator cautious while closing the door and thus effectively protects fingers and hands of the person from injuries that may result from a slamming door.

Abstract: A thermostat valve for a coolant circuit includes a housing with a plurality of coolant connectors, and at least one hollow valve element mounted in the housing for rotation about a rotational axis. At least one opening in the circumferential face, the opening selectively connectable to one or more of the coolant connectors by way of rotation. A drive rotates the valve element and includes at least one actuator which can be switched between a first switching state for rotation in a first rotational direction and a second switching state for rotation in a second rotational direction. A two-point control device actuates the actuator in such a way that, if a setpoint value is exceeded and if the setpoint value is undershot, the actuator is switched from one switching state to the other. A damping mechanism damps the rotational movement of the at least one valve element.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates a stop apparatus for use with a system comprising: a first component having a first surface; and a second component having a second surface. The second component is movable relative to the first component. The first surface and the second surface are disposed at different orientations when the first surface is located in proximity to the second surface. The stop apparatus is operable to be disposed between the two surfaces and operable to prevent them directly contacting each other. The apparatus may comprise an elongated body and an adjustable setting mount assembly inter-connected to the body. The mount assembly is operable to selectively adjust the angle at which the body is mounted relative to the first mounting surface over a range of angles.

Abstract: A door system to provide a check function and door closing assistance in a vehicle is provided. The door system comprises a door hinge, a clip assembly attached to the door hinge and a door closing assist device disposed adjacent to the door hinge. The door hinge includes a body leaf fixed to a body of the vehicle, and a door leaf attached to a door of the vehicle and configured to be movable relative to the body leaf and the door leaf includes an engagement member. The clip assembly includes a check member having a distal end and a base end and the check member includes at least a first check portion adjacent to the distal end and a second check portion adjacent to the base end.

Abstract: A cheek link apparatus includes an arm in which a stopper portion is formed by covering a stopper core portion with a resin material and a holding member which defines a full open position of a door by being brought into abutment with the stopper portion. The stopper core portion has curved surfaces on end faces which face an abutment surface of the holding member at least when the abutment surface of the holding member is brought into abutment with the stopper portion. The stopper core position is positioned such that extensions extending in a direction in which a load is applied to the stopper core portion by the holding member pass the curved surfaces.

Abstract: A hinge assembly in the form of a toggle type hinge includes an arm assembly (11) anchorable in use to a first member and a cup flange (13) pivotally connected thereto and anchorable in use to a second member. The assembly includes a linear damping device (15) and a mechanism for converting pivotal movement of the hinge into actuation of the damping device, at least over part of the range of this pivotal movement. The movement converting mechanism is arranged to produce the actuation of the damping device (15) through rotational movement about its linear axis via transmission of at least two equal and opposite forces acting symmetrically about this axis.

Abstract: A sash lifter assembly for a casement to equalize the amount of reveal at the top and bottom of the casement window sash, and that is also adjustable to accommodate manufacturing tolerances. The sash lifter raises the entire sash up to equalize the reveal at the top and bottom of the window. It is adjustable to accommodate the variation in reveal due to manufacturing tolerances.

Abstract: A door anti-slamming device, wherein the device includes a chamber with an entrance located at a first end; wherein the chamber houses a plunger component with a tip configured to slidably move in and out of the entrance, therefore defining a compacted configuration and an extended configuration of the device, respectively; wherein the device includes an biasing means configured to bias the device towards the extended configuration; wherein the device includes a first cavity and a second cavity located within the chamber and/or plunger component, and wherein a partition is located between the first and second cavity characterised in that the partition includes an orifice configured to control material transfer rate between the first cavity and second cavity, wherein the device is configured to transition to the compacted configuration at a rate controlled by the material transfer from the first cavity into the second cavity.

Abstract: A storage compartment for a vehicle glove box includes at least one bumper stop defined by a resilient tab disposed on a storage compartment sidewall, the resilient tab including a cam face, a stop face, and a finger tab accessible from an interior of the storage compartment. The cam face may define an arcuate configuration. The stop face is carried by the finger tab whereby a deflecting force applied to the finger tab deflects the stop face from a retaining position to a releasing position. The storage compartment sidewall defines an aperture disposed to provide access to the finger tab from an interior of the storage compartment. Vehicle glove boxes including the described storage compartment are provided.

Abstract: A rotational speed control device includes a housing containing a viscous fluid and a shaft disposed in the housing and rotatable relative to the housing. A rotor may be movable axially on the shaft depending on the rotating speed of the shaft. The rotor is biased in a low torque direction. A braking torque between the rotor and the housing and/or between the rotor and a drive control ring is varied according to an axial position of the rotor on the shaft. The device may incorporate bypass channels to control a circulating pressure of the viscous fluid.

Abstract: A damper mechanism for a stand mixer includes a swing body coupled to a pivot pin and operable along an actuation path between first and second positions. A piston damper is configured to provide a damping effect to a downward movement of a mixer head and is coupled to the swing body. The piston damper includes a damper housing and a piston rod, wherein the piston rod is operable between extended and compressed positions relative to the damper housing. The piston damper provides a damping effect along a portion of the actuation path of the swing body as a mixer head moves towards the closed position relative to a pedestal of the stand mixer.

Abstract: A door handle device for a vehicle includes a frame member, an outside handle and a seal member. The frame member includes a frame-side stopper. The outside handle includes a handle shaft portion and an engagement leg portion. The handle shaft portion is mounted to the frame member. The seal member includes a body portion sealing the outside handle and the door outer panel, the seal member including an extending portion extending from the body portion to a first region where the frame-side stopper and the handle-side stopper face with each other. The extending portion includes a first buffer piece. The frame-side stopper receives an impact generated in response to a pivot of the outside handle about the handle shaft portion to the full stroke position via the first buffer piece of the extending portion of the seal member, the first buffer piece being positioned at the first region.

Abstract: A slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail and a holding member. The second rail has an engaging portion. The holding member is mounted to the first rail. The holding member has an elastic section and a holding section. The holding section protrudes from the elastic section by a height. When the second rail is located in a retracted position relative to the first rail, the engaging portion of the second rail engages with the holding section of the holding member. When the second rail is moved away from the retracted position relative to the first rail, the engaging portion of the second rail disengages from the holding section of the holding member.

Abstract: A vibration limiter of a washing machine is disclosed. The vibration limiter includes a housing installed at one of a cabinet and a tub, a contact plate disposed within the housing such that the contact plate comes into contact with the other of the cabinet and the tub when the tub vibrates, a spring for elastically supporting the contact plate, a rotating member rotatable by at least one of the spring and the contact plate, and an oil damper engaged with the rotating member. The oil damper complementarily acts with the spring, to effectively absorb vibration. Accordingly, it is possible to reduce the size of the spring and to secure enhanced reliability even after prolonged use.

Abstract: Rotational inerters are described herein that can provide torque applications in response to a rotation component. The inerter can include a first shaft having a first longitudinal axis and a second shaft having a second longitudinal axis. A first gear can be connected with the first shaft and a second gear can be connected with the second shaft. The first and second gears can be in meshing engagement with one another. In some arrangements, the first gear can be a worm gear and the second gear can be a worm. A flywheel can be connected with the second shaft. Rotation of the first shaft can cause the second shaft to rotate. Arrangements described herein can cause a torque to be applied at the first shaft that is proportional to a rate of change of the angular velocity of the first shaft about the first longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A guide block for stabilizing an edge of a glass panel relative to a surface is disclosed. The guide block includes a block base having a body of variable size and shape configured for mounting on the surface. The block base defines at least one fastening screw receiving hole on top and on a side thereof. The guide block further includes a mounting member having a pin extending therefrom an inner side of the mounting member. The block base has a front and a rear such that the front is configured to receive the pin in a hole therethrough such that the block base and the mounting member stabilize the edge of the glass panel disposed therebetween and the rear is configured as a receiving channel for stabilizing an edge of a sliding glass door disposed therein.

Abstract: A vibration limiter of a washing machine is disclosed. The vibration limiter includes a housing installed at one of a cabinet and a tub, a contact plate disposed within the housing such that the contact plate comes into contact with the other of the cabinet and the tub when the tub vibrates, a spring for elastically supporting the contact plate, a rotating member rotatable by at least one of the spring and the contact plate, and an oil damper engaged with the rotating member. The oil damper complementarily acts with the spring, to effectively absorb vibration. Accordingly, it is possible to reduce the size of the spring and to secure enhanced reliability even after prolonged use.

Abstract: An apparatus for retarding rotation of a nozzle includes a hollow housing, a rotary shaft within the housing, a rotatable rotor on the rotary shaft free to move axially along the shaft, and a cam assembly coupling the rotor and shaft together in the housing such that rotor rotation on the shaft causes the cam assembly to displace the rotor axially on the shaft in a first direction. A set of springs on the shaft biases the rotor in a second direction opposite the first direction on the shaft. Finally, a viscous fluid disposed between the rotor and the housing generates a drag on rotor rotation with the shaft. Relative rotation of the rotor with respect to the shaft in conjunction with a variable gap between the rotor and housing are used to slow and thus control rotary nozzle speed.

Abstract: A guide block for stabilizing an edge of a glass panel relative to a surface is disclosed. The guide block includes a block base having a body of variable size and shape configured for mounting on the surface. The block base defines at least one fastening screw receiving hole on top and on a side thereof. The guide block further includes a mounting member having a pin extending therefrom an inner side of the mounting member. The block base has a front and a rear such that the front is configured to receive the pin in a hole therethrough such that the block base and the mounting member stabilize the edge of the glass panel disposed therebetween and the rear is configured as a receiving channel for stabilizing an edge of a sliding glass door disposed therein.

Abstract: An aircraft storage bin that includes an upper housing, a bucket that cooperates with the upper housing to define a bin interior and is pivotally connected to the upper housing, and at least a first assist spring having a spring force. The bucket is pivotable downwardly between a closed position and an open position and also can be positioned in an intermediate open position between the open and closed positions. The first assist spring is configured to maintain the bucket in the intermediate open position. When a downward force greater than the spring force is placed on the bucket, the bucket is configured to move from the intermediate open position to the open position.

Abstract: A device for damping the movement of a movably mounted component includes a first, mechanically acting braking device with at least one friction pair, wherein, in order to generate a braking force, a driven friction surface can be rotated about an axis of the first braking device relative to a secured friction surface resting thereon, and a second braking device which is coupled to the first braking device, wherein the friction surfaces of the friction pair, or of at least one of the friction pairs, are pressed against each other in response to a braking force exerted by the second braking device.