Abstract: A cleaning system for cleaning a surface of a windshield, window, light or side mirror of a vehicle or the surface of a window of a building includes at least one air flow generator, a plurality of nozzles, and a system of pipes and/or tubes to distribute air flow to the nozzles. The plurality of nozzles form a curved array of nozzles over the surface such that air jets are ejected by the nozzles and distributed over the surface.

Abstract: A windshield wiper system for a vehicle includes a wiper arm pivot shaft having a pivot axis extending through the pivot shaft. An energy-absorbing feature is arranged to absorb energy of an external force applied to the wiper arm pivot shaft. The energy-absorbing feature enables the wiper arm pivot shaft to move away from the external force.

Abstract: A screen wiper arrangement is provided including a window screen and a screen wiper for cleaning the window screen, wherein the window screen is arranged in an opening of a cabin and inserted in a window frame, and wherein the window screen includes at least one screen portion which can be moved between an open and a closed position. The window screen includes an electrically conductive element coupleable to an electrical circuit which has at least a first state in response to a first position of the at least one screen portion and a second state in response to a second position of the at least one screen portion. One or more contact points are available for detecting if the electrical circuit is in the first or the second state, and a wiper control element is provided which controls the activation of the screen wiper system.

Abstract: A wiper apparatus for a vehicle, including: a frame to receive a wiper driving motor; a supporter formed to protrude from the frame toward an auto body panel; and a jointing member that combines with the supporter and that joins to the auto body panel, wherein the jointing member forms an ‘L’ shape in a longitudinal cross-section including a direction in which the jointing member is finally assembled into the auto body panel, and includes a first pressing part for contacting and supporting one side of the auto body panel; a second pressing part for contacting and supporting the other side of the auto body panel; and a protruding stopper for preventing the auto body panel from rotating in a direction parallel to the auto body panel.

Abstract: A protective device for a vehicle wiper assembly is provided. The protective device is configured to selectively at least partially cover the wiper assembly and prevent the wiper assembly from being pulled away from the vehicle. For example, the protective device may prevent entanglement of the wiper assembly with external elements such as those found in automatic car wash facilities. The device may include a member movable between first and second positions such that the member in the second position is configured to at least partially cover or encapsulate the wiper assembly. An active material actuator may be used to move the member between the first and second positions. In another embodiment, the device includes a member operatively connected to and configured to stiffen a pivot point of the wiper assembly.

Abstract: A compressed air system is provided for automotive or motorcycle use, wherein compressed air is utilized to assist clearing a windshield or a windscreen during foul weather. The system comprises an electrically driven or belt driven air compressor, a compressed air reservoir tank, a network of air lines throughout the vehicle or attached to a rider's helmet, and a plurality of air nozzles that release the air from the air lines on command. The ejected air is highly pressurized and exits at a high velocity to remove water droplets and particles for improved clarity through the windshield or wind screen. A user-operated switch controls at least one valve to release the compressed air from the network of air lines and through the nozzles, wherein the compressed air tank is continually replenished to allow for consistent and repeated bursts of compressed air over an extended period.

Abstract: A roof-light window wiper device includes a wiper motor having an output shaft; a wiper link coupled to the output shaft, and having an extension extending in a direction crossing the output shaft of the wiper motor, and a drive shaft extending in a direction crossing the extension, and a wiper connected to the drive shaft. The drive shaft and the output shaft extend at the side of the wiper motor relative to the wiper link. The wiper is connected to the drive shaft at the side of the wiper motor relative to the wiper link. Thus, there can be provided a roof-light window wiper device that can have the pressure of the wiper against the surface of a roof-light window increased by decreasing the depression angle of the wiper, and a cab and a construction machine including the roof-light window wiper device.

Abstract: An actuating system is provided for a vehicle having a body characterized by a front portion and a rear portion, wherein the rear portion defines an access opening. The system includes a tailgate arranged to selectively open and close to thereby respectively cover and uncover at least a portion of the access opening. The system also includes an actuator configured to selectively open and close the tailgate, and a window operatively connected to the tailgate and having an exterior surface. The system additionally includes a window wiper operatively connected to the tailgate and configured to wipe at least a portion of the exterior surface of the window. Furthermore, the system includes a motor mounted on the tailgate and configured to selectively operate the actuator and the window wiper. A vehicle employing such a system is also provided.

Abstract: A washer inlet attaching structure, configured to attach a washer inlet to a vehicle structural body made of resin, the washer inlet communicating with a tank main body adapted to store a windshield washer fluid and guiding the windshield washer fluid into the tank main body, the washer inlet attaching structure includes a washer inlet holding portion, configured to hold the washer inlet, the washer inlet holding portion being molded integrally with the vehicle structural body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wiper for vehicle windows that comprises structural members comprising at least a longitudinal substrate (10); a stiffening rod (20) arranged as an extension of said substrate (10); a wiping blade (30) attached to said substrate (10); an accessory (40) including at least one tube (42a, 42b) for spraying a washing liquid, said accessory (40) being assembled on said substrate (10). According to the invention, the wiper further includes means (60a, 60b) for heating the washing liquid, said heating means being included in the tubes (42a, 42b) of the accessory (40).

Abstract: A windshield wiper device (10) especially for a motor vehicle is proposed. Said device is comprised essentially of a plate-shaped base (12), on which a drive unit (18), a wiper bearing (14) and a retaining element (26) are arranged. In accordance with the invention, the plate-shaped base (12) is provided with predetermined breaking points (36).

Abstract: A break-away wiper arm assembly which allows a vehicle escape window to be opened rapidly without any delays or undue forces to impede the escape of the vehicle crew. The invention uses a two piece coupling held together using a retaining ring. As the window is pushed open, the window frame pushes against the wiper arm which overcomes the retaining ring retention force allowing the wiper arm to break away, clearing the area in front of the window for free motion of the window and the unimpeded exit of vehicle occupants.

Abstract: The automobile vehicle (1) having a bodywork (2) in which a member or panel (W) is mounted and is operationally cleaned without wipers, a frame (3) being associated with its perimeter or contour. The surface of the member or panel (W) which is external in operation is water-repellent. Ejector means (5, 6, A, B) associated with the member or panel (W) comprise: a first plurality of openings or nozzles (A) for the discharge of a liquid provided in the frame (3), oriented towards the external surface of the member or panel (W), a second plurality of openings or nozzles (B) for the discharge of a gaseous fluid also provided in the frame (3) and interspersed with the openings or nozzles (A) of the first plurality, a first manifold duct (5) provided in the frame (3) and communicating with at least part of the liquid discharge openings or nozzles (A), and a second manifold duct (6) provided in the frame (3) and communicating with at least part of the discharge openings or nozzles (B) of the gaseous fluid.

Abstract: An electromechanical driving device (1) for use in a tailgate of a motor vehicle, with an electric motor (2) for the rotary drive of a spur gear (4) which is accommodated in a gear housing (3) and is operatively connected to a gear arrangement (5) in order to drive an output shaft (19) for a window wiper mechanism, wherein the spur gear (4) is accommodated rotatably in the gear housing (3) by means of a co-rotating spur gear shaft (6), wherein a shaft section (7) of the spur gear shaft (6) extends out of the gear housing (3) on which means for actuating a closing mechanism (8) for closing the tailgate and/or a tailgate window are accommodated. An electromechanical driving device (1) for use in a tailgate of a motor vehicle is therefore provided, said driving device, which is used to selectively actuate a wiper mechanism or a closing mechanism, having a simple design and comprising a gear housing which is designed in accordance with a known construction for driving a wiper mechanism.

Abstract: A vehicle door structure includes a door body, a window panel, and a washer hose. The door body is attached to a door opening of a vehicle such that the door body can be opened and closed. The window panel is attached to an outer surface of the door body such that a window opening of the door body is covered. The window panel includes an opaque portion that does not allow viewing therethrough at a peripheral region of the window panel. Through the washer hose, washer fluid is supplied. The washer hose is disposed between the outer surface of the door body and the opaque portion.

Abstract: A pair of vertically disposed handlebars spaced laterally apart mounting a plurality of vertically spaced flexible cords.

Abstract: A rear wiper assembly that moves to a parked position located out of contact with the rear windshield upon the occurrence of a specified condition. Upon resuming the normal operation of the rear wiper assembly the rear wiper arm waits a first delay prior to moving to a flip position located on the rear windshield and then waits a second delay prior to resuming its normal oscillation across the rear windshield.

Abstract: A wiper support shaft supports a wiper, which wipes a windshield glass. The wiper support shaft projects outward through an opening of a cowl louver that is placed on a vehicle front side of the windshield glass. A four-bar linkage drives the wiper support shaft to move the wiper support shaft in the opening of the cowl louver in such a manner that a wiping range of the wiper, which is installed to the wiper support shaft, changes on the windshield glass. A covering member is supported by the wiper support shaft at a location inside the cowl louver to limit direct viewing of the four-bar linkage through the opening of the cowl louver.

Abstract: A windshield wiper drive (1) is provided for the output shaft (4) with a protective cap (15) across a longitudinal region. The protective cap (15) is supported between the terminal supports thereof against the drive shaft (4) and the drive housing (2) of the windshield wiper drive (1) in relation to the output shaft (4) via a supporting bearing (20).

Abstract: The invention proposes a wiper device (10), in particular for a motor vehicle. This device comprises a plate (22), a first fastening means (34) and a second fastening means (36) and also a third fastening means (44), which is arranged outside the axis between the first fastening means (34) and the second fastening means (36). The third fastening means (44) has adjusting means (46) for tilting about a tilting angle of the plate (22). According to the invention, the adjusting means (46) allows only predetermined tilting angles (?).

Abstract: A backdoor apparatus includes a backdoor panel, a rear spoiler and a wiper mechanism. The wiper mechanism includes a motor assembly, a wiper arm and a wiper blade. A motor installation recess is formed in a top portion of the backdoor panel to receive the motor assembly. The motor assembly includes a cover, which covers a portion of a motor, which is exposed from the rear spoiler. The cover has a flange, which covers a top end part of the glass. The cover, which includes the flange, does not contact the glass.

Abstract: Disclosed is a windshield wiper device (10), comprising a wiper bearing (16) which is essentially composed of a molded tube (18) that can be fastened to a motor vehicle by means of a fastening element (20). A wiper shaft (22) to which a wiper lever can be fastened is positioned in the molded tube (18). A predetermined breaking point (32) is provided on the fastening element (20) in such a way that the wiper bearing (16) is able to dip into the interior of the motor vehicle in case a defined and essentially axial force acts on the wiper shaft (22). The predetermined breaking point (32) is embodied as a hole in this case.

Abstract: Windshield wiper device (400) for a motor vehicle with at least one wiper bearing (42) and a fastening element (44) that is connected to a vehicle body, wherein a decoupling element (43) for decoupling noise is arranged between the at least one wiper bearing (42) and the fastening element (44), wherein the decoupling element (43) and/or the wiper bearing (42) is detachably connected to the fastening element (44).

Abstract: The automobile vehicle (1) having a bodywork (2) in which a member or panel (W) is mounted and is operationally cleaned without wipers, a frame (3) being associated with its perimeter or contour. The surface of the member or panel (W) which is external in operation is water-repellent. Ejector means (5, 6, A, B) associated with the member or panel (W) comprise: a first plurality of openings or nozzles (A) for the discharge of a liquid provided in the frame (3), oriented towards the external surface of the member or panel (W), a second plurality of openings or nozzles (B) for the discharge of a gaseous fluid also provided in the frame (3) and interspersed with the openings or nozzles (A) of the first plurality, a first manifold duct (5) provided in the frame (3) and communicating with at least part of the liquid discharge openings or nozzles (A), and a second manifold duct (6) provided in the frame (3) and communicating with at least part of the discharge openings or nozzles (B) of the gaseous fluid.

Abstract: The invention starts with a windshield wiper device (10), in particular for a motor vehicle, with at least one drive element (16) that can be fastened to the vehicle body (26) and that has a driven shaft (28) and at least two axially rigid fastening elements (22), which engage in receiving openings (24) on the vehicle body (26) and are provided with at least one damping element (76, 90, 96) for damping mechanical vibrations.

Abstract: A windshield wiper device with fastening points (16), by means of which the windshield wiper device is fastened to a body (14) of a motor vehicle. Until now windshield wiper systems were screwed or riveted to the vehicle body so that special tools and a relatively great amount of time are required. The aim of the invention is improving the windshield wiper device so that it can be mounted on the vehicle body more quickly and therefore more cost-effectively. As a result, according to the invention, at least one of the fastening points (16) can move towards the vehicle body (14) for mounting the windshield wiper device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a windshield wiper device, in particular for a motor vehicle, with a molded tube (10) that is connected to the bodywork (13) and/or a mounting plate that is connected to the bodywork (13), which is particularly a mounting plate for a wiper motor. The windshield wiper device is located in a region, which is often an impact zone in a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian. As a result, the components of the windshield wiper device often represent a high risk of injury to pedestrians. The objective of the invention is to improve the windshield wiper device so that the risk of injury to pedestrians is reduced during a collision with the vehicle.

Abstract: A wiper apparatus has an operation lever of which one end portion is rotatably equipped, a wiper arm is attached to another end portion of the operation lever, and a covering member which covers a base portion side of the wiper arm and the operation lever, in which an operation hole is formed in a vertical wall of the covering member to allow a base portion of the wiper arm to penetrate through.

Abstract: The rain and snow protection device is constructed so that rain cannot adhere to the window glass in the range of the field of vision; thereby a satisfactory field of vision is continuously visible without the use of wipers, through the window glass from the driver's seat in the motor vehicle, for example.

Abstract: The invention starts with a windshield wiper device (10), in particular for a motor vehicle, comprising at least one driving element (16) that can be fastened to the motor vehicle, at least two essentially elongate fastening elements (22, 48) which are disposed in an axially rigid manner and are able to engage in receptacles (24, 46) of the motor vehicle, and at least one damping element (28, 60) for damping mechanical vibrations. It is proposed that the driving element (16) has a driven shaft (44) and the fastening elements (22, 48) are positioned such that the driving element (16) can be fastened by being rotated around the driven shaft (44) or an axis that runs essentially parallel thereto.

Abstract: A wiper cover is mounted in an opening in a vehicle housing and receives a wiper arm which pivots within the opening. The cover has a hollow body mounted in the opening, a rear flap which projects upwardly and forwardly from a rear side of the body, and a front flap which projects upwardly and rearwardly from a front side of the body. The front flap extends above and overlaps a portion of the rear flap. The flaps substantially cover the opening and slidably engage the wiper arm as it pivots within the opening. The body has upper and lower flanges which form a groove therebetween which receives an edge of the housing. The flaps include a notch and a recess which receives the wiper arm when the wiper arm is in a park position.

Abstract: An arrangement for fixing a wiper device for a motor vehicle includes at least one stand for guiding and fixing a drive shaft that extends axially in a substantially vertical direction. The stand includes a barrel in which the shaft is guided in rotation, and a horizontal base plate for fixing the stand to a structural element of the vehicle, by a damper block made of an elastically deformable material. The damper block is fixed to the structural element by a fixing element, which includes a vertical rod that passes through the damper block and is connected to the structural element, and an element for locking the damper block on the structural element. The rod and locking element are connected by connection means for enabling the rod and locking element to disconnect, through downward sliding of the locking element with respect to the rod, when subjected to a violent impact.

Abstract: A liftgate component module mountable on a pivotal liftgate window provides a unitary mounting platform for a plurality of components including a window wiper drive motor and a window latch. A unitary bracket carries the wiper drive apparatus and the window latch apparatus. A handle, which may include an electrical switch, is also mounted on the window. The electrical connections between the handle switch and a controller carried on the window as part of the motor enables instantaneous response of the latch to activation of the handle switch. The same controller can also control a liftgate latch and a liftgate electrical switch handle.

Abstract: A unitary vehicle liftgate component module carries a plurality of pre-mounted vehicle liftgate components for one-step mounting on the liftgate when the module is attached to the liftgate. At least two of a liftgate wiper motor, a liftgate window latch, and liftgate window defrost terminal connectors are carried on the module or interact with portions carried on the module. In one aspect, the liftgate window latch striker and an optional electrical contact are carried on a support which is laterally adjustable with respect to a base fixed to the liftgate window for automatic centering of the striker and the optional contact as the liftgate window is moved to a closed position with respect to an opening in the liftgate.

Abstract: A pneumatic windshield clearing system for enhancing the safety of operating a vehicle in difficult environmental circumstances without the distraction of wipers. The pneumatic windshield clearing system includes an air source assembly coupled vehicle, a blower assembly for directing high pressure airflow towards the windshield of the vehicle, and a suction assembly for removing rain, snow, and other debris for m the windshield.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wiper drive with a wiper arm receptacle (2) for mounting on an articulated window surface (44). This window surface can be locked by means of a locking element (10). The wiper drive (1) includes a cover part (5), on which a wiper motor (14) and a gear (15) allocated to it are accommodated. A receptacle (9; 22, 23) for the locking element (10; 16, 17) is integrated into the cover part (5). A securing element (28), which is arranged between the surfaces (30, 31) of the receptacle (9; 22, 23), is accommodated on the locking element (10).

Abstract: A wiper arrangement for a windscreen of a motor vehicle having a screwless fixing device, which has at least three fixing members arranged at a distance from one another, two of which lie on a connecting line and the third of which is arranged at a distance from the connecting line, and which includes appropriate receiving devices, in which the fixing members can engage and at least one fixing member includes a thickened section for axial securing. The receiving device of the wiper arrangement includes a recess designed to complement the thickened section and in which the thickened section can be received in the manner of a snap-locking connection.

Abstract: A wiper pivot for a wiper apparatus of motor vehicles, which is provided with a pivot holder 3 having a shaft-holding portion 3b to rotatably support a pivot shaft 2, and a body-fixing portion 3d to be fixed to the vehicle body and formed in one body of resin together with the shaft-holding portion 3b through a connecting portion 3c, and the connecting portion 3c is further provided with a thin-walled destructible portion 4 to be destroyed at the time when impulsive force exceeding the predetermined value is applied on the pivot shaft 2.

Abstract: The invention starts with a fastening of a wiper system (10) to a vehicle body (20) by means of a rubber elastic fastening element (22), which sits on the circumference in a receptacle opening (26) of the wiper system (10) or the vehicle body (20) and sits with a passage opening (28) on a pin (32) of the respective other part, whereby the connection between the wiper system (10) and the vehicle body (20) is detachable via a defined axial force (30) in the direction of the interior of the vehicle body (20). It is proposed that a defined frictional force between the inner and/or outer circumferential surface (36, 38) of the fastening element (22) and the adjacent component (10, 20, 32) is generated by an initial axial stress of the fastening element (22).

Abstract: A windscreen wiping system for automobiles has a fixing device with at least three fixing mechanisms situated at a distance from each other. Two of these fixing mechanisms are situated on a connection line. The third fixing mechanism is situated at a distance from the connection line. The fixing device also includes at least three receiving devices which engage the fixing mechanisms. A damping element formed of a vibration-damping material is provided between the fixing mechanisms and the receiving devices. The damping elements are mounted on a part of the fixing device that is situated on the side of the wiping system.

Abstract: A wiper system for a glass pane of a motor vehicle includes a fixing device which itself includes at least three fixing mechanisms which are set apart from each other and corresponding receiving devices in which the fixing mechanisms engage the wiper system also includes a contact device having at least one essentially rigid part that is connected to the system and a complementary vehicle-side part the contact device provides the connection between a driving device of the wiper system and a vehicle-side supply device. In order to facilitate the mounting of the wiper system, the vehicle-side part of the contact device is essentially rigidly connected to the vehicle and the two parts of the contact device are aligned in such a way that a contact is established automatically when the wiper system is fixed to the vehicle.

Abstract: A wiper pivot for a wiper apparatus of motor vehicles, which is provided with a pivot holder 3 having a shaft-holding portion 3b to rotatably support a pivot shaft 2, and a body-fixing portion 3d to be fixed to the vehicle body and formed in one body of resin together with the shaft-holding portion 3b through a connecting portion 3c, and the connecting portion 3c is further provided with a thin-walled destructible portion 4 to be destroyed at the time when impulsive force exceeding the predetermined value is applied on the pivot shaft 2.

Abstract: A windshield wiper system mounting apparatus includes at least one communication grommet. Each communication grommet can include at least one electrical connection and/or at least one fluid connection, such that the electrical and/or fluid connection is accomplished as a result of the mounting the windshield wiper system to motor vehicle body. The mounting apparatus can also include at least one mounting grommet. Each mounting grommet can include a plug-n-play grommet, a fastener grommet, and/or a bayonet grommet. The combination of the communication and mounting grommets connect the mounting apparatus to a support wall associated with the vehicle body in a simplified manner, while simultaneously performing electrical and/or fluid connections.

Abstract: A windshield wiper system mounting apparatus includes at least one communication grommet. Each communication grommet can include at least one electrical connection and/or at least one fluid connection, such that the electrical and/or fluid connection is accomplished as a result of the mounting the windshield wiper system to the motor vehicle body. The mounting apparatus can also include at least one mounting grommet. Each mounting grommet can include a plug-n-play grommet, a fastener grommet, and/or a bayonet grommet. The combination of the communication and mounting grommets connect the mounting apparatus to a support wall associated with the vehicle body in a simplified manner, while simultaneously performing electrical and/or fluid connections.

Abstract: An apparatus for aligning and supporting a rotatable shaft through a plastic molded support member includes an integral boss formed in the plastic molded support allowing insertion of the rotatable shaft to be supported therethrough. At least one bearing is associated with the boss for establishing proper orientation of a rotational axis of the rotatable shaft to be mounted through the boss. At least one bearing is press fit into the boss. In the preferred configuration, a pair of hat-shaped cylindrical bearings are press fit in opposite ends of the boss to define the rotational axis of the shaft to be mounted through the boss.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting an assembly including a wiper drive motor, a linkage, and a pair of wiper arm drive shafts with respect to a windshield of a motor vehicle to be cleaned includes a molded cowl/plenum member having two integral bosses extending therethrough. Each boss receives a wiper arm drive shaft extending therethrough. The cowl/plenum member also includes an integral wiper drive motor mount. At least one bearing is associated with each boss for establishing the proper orientation of a rotational axis of each drive shaft to be mounted through the integral bosses. The bearing preferably includes a pair of hat-shaped cylindrical bearings press fit into opposite ends of each boss to define the rotational axis of the drive shaft.

Abstract: A wiper pivot for a wiper apparatus of motor vehicles, which is provided with a pivot holder 3 having a shaft-holding portion 3b to rotatably support a pivot shaft 2, and a body-fixing portion 3d to be fixed to the vehicle body and formed in one body of resin together with the shaft-holding portion 3b through a connecting portion 3c, and the connecting portion 3c is further provided with a thin-walled destructible portion 4 to be destroyed at the time when impulsive force exceeding the predetermined value is applied on the pivot shaft 2.

Abstract: A wiper assembly is attached at several positions to a motor vehicle body by means of a plate bar (10). The plate bar (10) is attached by means of at least one snap element (20, 26; 32, 36; 32, 38; 34, 40).

Abstract: A wiper apparatus for a vehicle windshield is fixedly connected by at least one mount to vehicle structure. A portion of the wiper apparatus extends exteriorly of an impact line defined by the vehicle structure. A frangible portion is formed in a mount. An energy focus member is carried on vehicle structure subject to movement during a collision and has position relative to the fracture portion of the mount so as separate the mount from the vehicle structure to allow an exterior portion of the wiper apparatus to drop below a vehicle impact line before substantial contact with a pedestrian.

Abstract: A windscreen wiping system (10) for automobiles has a fixing device (29) comprising at least three fixing mechanisms (32, 34 and 36) which are situated at a distance from each other. Two of these fixing mechanisms (32, 34) are situated on a connection line. The third fixing mechanism (36) is situated at a distance from said connection line. The fixing device (29) also comprises at least three receiving devices (54, 56, 58) in which the fixing mechanisms (32, 34, 36) can engage. A damping element (38) consisting of a vibration-damping material is provided between the fixing mechanisms (32, 34 and 36) and the receiving devices (54, 56, 58). According to the invention, said damping element (38) is mounted on a part (32, 34, 36) of the fixing device (29) that is situated on the side of the wiping system, in order to simplify assembly.