СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ ВЫДВИГАНИЯ СДВИЖНОЙ ДВЕРИ

Система для выдвигания сдвижной двери стенного шкафа, содержащая множество выдвигающих узлов и соединительный механизм, который соединяет один узел с другим. Каждый выдвигающий узел содержит рельс и скользящий элемент, сконфигурированный таким образом, чтобы скользить вдоль рельса, где рельс входит в зацепление с рамой стенного шкафа. Соединительный механизм позволяет синхронизировать выдвигающее усилие, прикладываемое к двери в различных расположениях двери, благодаря соединению выдвигающих узлов посредством соединительного механизма. Данная конфигурация позволяет выдвигать и возвращать дверь наружу и внутрь благодаря скольжению скользящего элемента каждого узла вдоль рельса.18 з.п. ф-лы, 15 ил.

БЕССТУПЕНЧАТАЯ СИСТЕМА РАЗДВИЖНЫХ ДВЕРЕЙ

Согласно изобретению предлагается бесступенчатая система раздвижных дверей, содержащая: две раздвижные двери (10), причем по меньшей мере одна из которых содержит: две вертикальные стойки (30); средство (50) для вращения каждой из вертикальных стоек (30); к каждой стороне вертикальных стоек (30) жестко присоединен рычаг-соединитель (36); каждый из рычагов-соединителей (36) шарнирно соединен с направляющей тележкой (18), имеющей два ролика (42); каждая из направляющих тележек (18) содержит горизонтальный шарнир (58), расположенный между роликами (42), и вертикальный пружинный шарнир (70), предназначенный для приложения тянущего или толкающего усилия роликов к направляющей, при этом обеспечивая размещение раздвижных дверей системы в одной и той же плоскости, когда они находятся в закрытом состоянии, и смещение дверей одной вдоль другой в их открытом состоянии и дополнительное предотвращение отклонения роликов от направляющей в случае небольших деформаций. 5 н. и 13 з.п. ф-лы, 35 ил.

Привод откатных ворот со встроенным источником освещения

Полезная модель относится к приводным механизмам с подсветкой для горизонтально перемещающихся створок ворот и может быть использована в приводах с подсветкой откатных ворот с автоматическим беспроводным управлением. Предложен привод для откатных ворот, содержащий размещенные в корпусе исполнительный механизм с электроприводом, встроенный управляемый светодиодный источник света и связанный с электроприводом исполнительного механизма и встроенным управляемым светодиодным источником света электронный блок управления с источником питания. Корпус привода состоит из отдельных элементов корпуса, примыкающих друг к другу по заданному контуру примыкания. Привод также содержит множество встроенных управляемых светодиодных источников (6) света, расположенных в зоне контура (3) примыкания друг к другу элементов (1, 2) корпуса, по меньшей мере, на части длины контура (3) примыкания с возможностью передачи светового потока за пределы корпуса, связанных с электронным блоком управления с формированием ...

Блок управления дверьми с пневматической чувствительной кромкой

Изобретение относится к блокам управления для дверей транспорта. Технический результат - повышение надежности работы блока управления дверью с пневматической чувствительной кромкой. Для этого блок управления дверью транспортного средства с пневмоприводом механизма привода двери имеет одно дверное полотно с уплотнителем, часть которого, контактирующая со стойкой дверного проема или вторым полотном, имеет закрытую полость и состоит из контроллера, электрически соединенного с соленоидами пневматического клапана, управляющего пневмоприводом; электронного датчика низкого давления, имеющего чувствительный элемент, электрически соединенный с контроллером; соединения чувствительного элемента электронного датчика низкого давления с закрытой полостью уплотнителя; соединения закрытой полости уплотнителя с атмосферой, при этом электронный датчик низкого давления установлен в блоке управления; блок управления расположен на кузове над дверным проемом; закрытая полость уплотнителя двери соединена гибкой ...

ВИНТОВОЙ САМОЗАПИРАЮЩИЙСЯ МЕХАНИЗМ ДЛЯ ДВЕРИ

Изобретение относится к скобяным изделиям и может быть использовано для запирания дверей. Винтовой самозапирающийся механизм для двери содержит винт с переменным углом подъема резьбы, самоустанавливающуюся головку и привод. Винтовая прорезь винта содержит рабочий участок, запирающий участок и переходный участок. Рабочий участок больше угла трения. Запирающий участок меньше угла трения. Винт соединен с приводом. Привод вращает винт в обоих направлениях. Самоустанавливающаяся головка соединена с дверью. Головка содержит соединенные между собой шпиндельную втулку и штифт. Штифт головки заглублен в винтовую прорезь винта и находится в контакте с ней. Штифт и винтовая прорезь при всех углах подъема резьбы образуют согласованную винтовую пару, реализующую передачу усилия и движения. Достигается высокая надежность запирания и простота конструкции. 3 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил.

СИСТЕМА И СПОСОБ КОНФИГУРИРОВАНИЯ СИСТЕМ ПРОХОЖДЕНИЯ ДВЕРЕЙ

СПОСОБ ОТКРЫВАНИЯ ОТКРЫВАЮЩЕЙСЯ ЧАСТИ АВТОТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

... 1. Способ открывания открывающейся части автотранспортного средства (11), содержащий следующие этапы:этап A (1), на котором обнаруживают присутствие, по меньшей мере, части тела человека при помощи емкостного или неемкостного датчика,этап B (2), на котором аутентифицируют человека как лицо, имеющее право разблокировать транспортное средство (11), при помощи средства аутентификации,этап C (5), на котором реализуют виртуальный выключатель (14), проецируя на покрытие, на котором стоит автотранспортное средство (11), световой рисунок (10),этап D (6), на котором человек ставит свою ступню (16), чтобы перекрыть виртуальный выключатель (14) заранее определенным образом,этап E (7), на котором если ступня (16) не поставлена заранее определенным образом, подается сигнал на повторение этапа D илиесли ступня (16) поставлена заранее определенным образом, приводное средство открывает открывающуюся часть (15).2. Способ по п. 1, в котором не емкостной датчик является оптическим датчиком.3. Способ по любому ...

ПРИВОДНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ПРИСПОСОБЛЕНИЙ ДЛЯ ВХОДА И ВЫХОДА ИЗ ТРАНСПОРТНЫХ СРЕДСТВ С ЗАЩИТНОЙ МУФТОЙ

... 1. Приводное устройство (20) приспособлений для входа и выхода из средств общественного транспорта, которое содержит приводной блок (22), расположенный во вращающейся вокруг оси Z-Z во время открытия и закрытия поворотной колонке (24), которая открывает и закрывает приспособление для входа и выхода, и приводящий эту колонку в движение, причем приводной блок (22) закреплен на транспортном средстве кронштейном (40), который действует как контропора, воспринимающая момент вращения приводного блока (22),отличающееся тем, чтомежду приводным блоком (22) и кронштейном (40) расположена муфта (72), которая при превышении предельного значения момента вращения, действующего на приводной блок, делает возможным вращение приводного блока (22) вокруг оси Z-Z, а между муфтой (72) и кронштейном (40) находится опора, делающая возможным качание поворотной колонки (24) с муфтой (72) и предотвращающая вращение вокруг оси Z-Z.2. Приводное устройство (20) по п.1, отличающееся тем, что опора имеет первую шарнирную ...

Abzug mit mittels Antimodelkolben getriebenem Schiebefenster und Vorrichtung zur Überwachung des Vorschubwegs desselben

Überwachungs- und Diagnoseeinheit

KIPPSCHALTER, INSBESONDERE FÜR FENSTERHEBER IN EINEM KRAFTFAHRZEUG

Betätigungsvorrichtung mindestens eines Auslöseschalters für den Türantrieb insbesondere von schienengebundenen Personenwagen

Wipptaster

SCHALTER FUER EINEN MOTOR

Öffnungsstruktur für eine untere Klappe

Eine Öffnungsstruktur umfasst: eine untere Klappe mit einem oberen Ende, das so ausgebildet ist, um in Bezug auf eine untere Fläche einer Fahrzeugkarosserie geschwenkt und geöffnet zu werden; eine Verkleidungseinheit, die sich auf einer Fläche der unteren Klappe befindet, wobei wenigstens ein Abschnitt eines unteren Endes der Verkleidungseinheit so ausgebildet ist, um von der unteren Klappe weg gekippt zu werden; eine Antriebseinheit, die sich in einer Längsrichtung erstreckt und so ausgebildet ist, um eine Antriebskraft auf die untere Klappe und die Verkleidungseinheit auszuüben; eine erste Antriebseinrichtung, die so ausgebildet ist, um die Verkleidungseinheit zu kippen; eine zweite Antriebseinrichtung, die so ausgebildet ist, um die gekippte Verkleidungseinheit und die untere Klappe in integraler Weise aufzuklappen und eine Öffnungskraft darauf auszuüben; und einen Scharnierarm, der die erste Antriebseinrichtung und die zweite Antriebseinrichtung miteinander verbindet.

Catching device for doors opening upwards

For doors opening upwards and actuated by a rope pull, the invention provides a catching device (10) with a housing (12), in which is displaceably mounted a spring-loaded catch bolt (22) which, in the extended position, penetrates into a recess of a lateral guide and which thereby intercepts the door. Obliquely relative to its axis, the catch bolt has a cam surface (26), on which is supported the foot of a blocking member (30) which is displaceable transversely relative to the axis of the catch bolt and the upper end face (34) of which is rounded. A bearing surface (38) of an intermediate piece (36) preferably designed as a lever shaft bears thereon as long as there is rope tension. In the absence of rope tension, the spring force acting on the catch bolt presses the blocking member upwards, with the result that the fan piece having the rope fastening lever (42) is tilted into a release position, whilst the catch bolt assumes its blocking position. ...

Entlastungsanordnung eines Fensters, einer Tür oder dergleichen

Bei einer Entlastungsanordnung, mit der zumindest ein Teil der Flügellast eines Flügels (45) eines Fensters, einer Tür oder dgl. auf eine feste Einfassung (47) übertragbar ist, mit einem einfassungsseitigen und einem flügelseitigen Widerlager (11, 46) und einem zwischen den Widerlagern (11, 46) angeordneten Lastübertragungselement (20), wobei zumindest eines der Widerlager (11) ein ortsfestes Widerlagerteil (12) und ein relativ zum ortsfesten Widerlagerteil (12) bewegbares Widerlagerteil (13) aufweist und zwischen den Widerlagerteilen (12, 13) eine Federanordnung (21) angeordnet ist, ist eine Spannanzeige zur Anzeige des Spannungszustands der Federanordnung (21) vorgesehen.

Virtueller Schalter und Verfahren zum Betrieb eines solchen

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Betätigen eines virtuellen Schalters (50) mit einem Sensorsystem (17.2), welches eine Betätigung des Schalters (50) erfasst, wobei das Sensorsystem (17.2) zumindest zwei berührungslose Sensoren (11, 12) aufweist. Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass die folgenden Schritte ablaufen: a) Starten des Verfahrens b) Überwachen von wenigstens einem ersten Sensor (11) c) Starten eines ersten Timers (11.2) für eine erste Zeitspanne (11.3), falls der erste Sensor (11) aktiviert wird (durch ein angenähertes Objekt) d) Starten eines zweiten Timers (12.2) für eine zweite Zeitspanne (12.3), falls der zweite Sensor (12) aktiviert wird (durch ein angenähertes Objekt) und die erste Zeitspanne (11.3) noch nicht überschritten ist e) Betätigen des virtuellen Schalters (50), falls zumindest ein Sensor (11, 12) deaktiviert ist und die zweite Zeitspanne (12.3) noch nicht überschritten ist und wobei insbesondere die Schritte a) bis e) teilweise gleichzeitig oder zeitlich ...

Door actuating device for actuating door leaf of door assembly in office, has organic LED-display unit visually indicating information, and base body arranged in and/or on organic LED-display unit, where base body includes covering element

The device (1) has an organic LED-display unit (10) visually indicating information, and a base body (11) arranged in and/or on the organic LED-display unit, where the base body includes a covering element. The organic LED-display unit is positioned in the covering element, and a recess (13) is placed in the covering element for visually displaying the information by the organic LED-display unit while fitting the covering element. The organic LED-display unit is formed as a modular support that is arranged on the base body.

Verfahren zum Steuern von Torantrieben und Vorrichtung hierfür

ELEKTROPNEUMATISCHE SICHERHEITSSTEUERUNG FUER EINE AUTOMATISCHE TUERODER TUERBETAETIGUNGSANLAGE

The electropneumatic safety control device having a pressure sensor (100) is designed for an automatic door or gate operating system whose drive can be controlled by the pressure sensor. Two pressure shaft switches (DW1, DW2) control two relays (d1, d2) of a controller (DWSR), which relays are connected in series with the system contactor (200), by means of the pressure sensor (100) during operation. In the event of defects in the pressure sensor or in the first relay (d1), the second relay (d2) takes over its function and automatically trips after a specific time so that the contactor (200), which is once again not live, allows the door to open; however in this case a defect indicator lamp (D11) illuminates. Admittedly the second relay (d2) can be pulled in again via a push button (30) and a defect contact arm (24), but the sequence of a tripping delay time has already started in a switching device (TZAB), after which the contactor (200) is finally switched off. The device can also be ...

Antriebssteuervorrichtung zum Steuern einer Antriebseinheit

Durchgangssperre

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Durchgangssperre, umfassend ein erstes Leitelement (2a) und ein zweites Leitelement (2b), wobei das erste Leitelement (2a) und das zweite Leitelement (2b) einen Schleusenbereich (3) definieren, durch den ein Personendurchtritt aus einem Zugangsbereich (4) in einen Durchgangsbereich (5) erfolgt, wenigstens ein Sperrelement (6a,6b), dass innerhalb des Schleusenbereichs (3) einen Personendurchtritt von dem Zugangsbereich (4) in den Durchgangsbereich (5) verhindern und/oder ermöglichen kann, wobei wenigstens eines der Leitelemente (2a,2b) ein Profilanbindungselement (36) zur Anbindung wenigstens eines Profils eines Leitelements (2a,2b) an den Boden einer Gebäudestruktur umfasst, wobei das Profilanbindungselement (36) eine Vertikalprofilaufnahme (37) zur Aufnahme eines vertikal verlaufenden Profils (39) an dem Profilanbindungselement (36) aufweist und das Profilanbindungselement (36) eine Horizontalprofildurchführung (38) zur Durchführung eines horizontal verlaufenden ...

Fensterheber-Antriebsvorrichtung mit Versenkungsdetektor

Tor mit Torantrieb sowie Verfahren zur Montage desselben

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Tor (2) mit einem Torblatt (1) und einer Torantriebsvorrichtung (10) zum motorischen Antreiben des Torblatts (1) sowie mit einer außerhalb des durch zu verschließenden Raumes anzubringenden Berechtigungsabfrage- und Betätigungseinrichtung (12, 52), mittels der eine berechtigte Person nach oder durch Durchführung einer Personenidentifizierung oder Berechtigungsabfrage den Torantrieb (10) zwecks Öffnen des Tores (2) bestätigen kann. Um Zeit, Material und Geld zu sparen, wird erfindungsgemäß vorgeschlagen, dass die Berechtigungsabfrage- und Betätigungseinrichtung (12, 52) am oder im Torblatt (1) mitfahrend mit diesem angeordnet ist. Außerdem betrifft die Erfindung ein Verfahren zum Herstellen, Liefern und/oder Montieren eines solchen Tores (2).

HOCHGENAUER ELEKTRONISCHER FÜLLSTANDSENSOR

Vorrichtung zum Betreiben eines in einem Fahrzeug angeordneten Verstellantriebs

Panikschließsystem und -verfahren

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Panikschließsystem und -verfahren für in Kraftfahrzeugen vorgesehene, motorisch betriebene Fensterheber und/oder Schiebehebedächer. Dabei ist es vorgesehen, daß ein Einklemmschutz auch beim Panikschließen in Notsituationen weiter besteht und nur unter spezifischen Voraussetzungen außer Kraft gesetzt werden kann. Dadurch können Verletzungen durch Unwissenheit oder unsachgemäße Bedienung weitgehend ausgeschlossen werden.

To determine at least one function/characteristic of a driver-operated mechanism, at an automobile production line, the theoretic movement path is used with actual movement path data to establish e.g. play

The system to determine at least one function or characteristic (2) e.g. the play of a mechanical automobile mechanism, driven by an electrical or pneumatic or hydraulic unit, has a sensor which delivers a time signal pulse on the rotation of the motor or a fixed fraction of the rotation. Using the time duration and the known movement path the theoretical movement path can be determined. Using the known qualitative known progress of the time duration and at least one characteristic value (3-7) of the actual time progress according to the theoretical movement path a characteristic can be derived for processing.

Warning method for automatically closing vehicle doors, involves detecting whether automatic closing process of vehicle door is started by door sensor, where danger signal is produced if human body part is detected in closing area

The warning method involves detecting whether automatic closing process of vehicle door (2) is started by a door sensor (8). When the closing process starts, closing area (20) of the vehicle door is monitored by obstacle sensors (10,12) in presence of a human body part (28) in closing area. A danger signal, particularly an acoustic or visual danger signal is produced if human body part is detected in the closing area. An independent claim is included for a warning device for automatically closing vehicle doors.

Improvements relating to the electrical control of bulkhead and like remotely controlled doors

... 485,758. Electromagnetic switches. STONE & CO., Ltd., J., and JAMES, D. E. Nov. 24, 1936, No. 32142. [Class 38 (v)] [Also in Group XXV] In an electric control system for ships' bulkhead doors and like remotely-controlled doors, the control operations are performed in a given sequence and with a given timing by an automatically driven controller switch, the driving of which is initiated by a manual switch. In the arrangement shown, a stepping switch of the kind used in automatic telephony is used, comprising several banks of contacts such as A along which wipers such as a are advanced intermittently, while the switch is in operation, by a ratchet driven by an electromagnet 36; the lowest bank of contacts serves for the operation of the switch, the one above operates an alarm bell, and the remainder control doors. If, in the off position shown, the button 47 is pressed momentarily, the stepping magnet 36 is energized momentarily and on de-energization the wipers are moved on to the first ...

Door actuator unit

Moveable barrier operator multi-technique excess force avoidance apparatus and method

A movable barrier operator uses 11 a first technique to prevent an excess application of force during controlled movement of a movable barrier 43 and at least a second technique 12 to similarly prevent an excess application of force during such movement. Both techniques can then be utilized to determine 13 when an application of excess force may occur and not be reasonably avoided and either stop or reverse the barrier motor accordingly. In one embodiment, two techniques can be used to detect force as applied during movement of the movable barrier and such information can be used to determine whether applied force is being reliably indicated. In another embodiment, travel limit information, travel information and travel history information are utilized to assess whether normal operation of the movable barrier operator should be over-ridden due to a possibly expression of undue force.

Movable barrier operator having integral display

A movable barrier operator system 10 operational component 11 includes an integral display 12 comprising at least one of a numeric display, an alphanumeric display, and a graphics display. The display can comprise an active display or an active interactive display and can further operate in conjunction with adjacent user-input interface opportunities. The operational component may take the form of a remote control unit. Voice recognition techniques may be used as a control means.

Movable barrier operator system display method and apparatus

Security system for a motor vehicle

Movable barrier operator with energy management control and corresponding method

Receiver for learning and responding to access codes of different types

A receiver can learn and respond to fixed code type access codes and rolling code type access codes. The receiver comprises input means responsive to operator interaction for enabling an access type learn mode; a controller 84 including a fixed access code routine for controlling the learning of and response to fixed code type access codes and a rolling access code routine for controlling the learning of and response to rolling code type access codes; a receiver 80 for receiving a transmitted access code; and means, operative while the access type learn mode is enabled, for identifying whether a fixed code type access code or a rolling code type access code was received and for setting the controller to execute the access code routine which corresponds to the type of access code identified until the access type learn mode is again enabled.

Garage door opening system

A garage door operator with light control includes a garage door movement apparatus for moving the garage door in an open and in a close direction within a doorway, a light having an on and an off state, a controller for generating a door movement signal for operating the door movement apparatus and for generating a light enable signal for operating the light in one of a plurality of on and off states and an obstacle detector for detecting the presence of an obstruction in the doorway. The controller responds to the door state (traveling open, traveling closed and stopped open) in order to control operation of the door and activation of the lights. When the door state indicates the door is stopped open and the obstacle detector detects an obstruction in the doorway, the controller generates a light enable signal for enabling the light.

Motorised sash window with recessed motor

Motorised sash window is operated using a rack 38 and drive means 34. A preassembled motor unit 24 with a drive pinion 34 is mounted within one window stile 16. A rack 38 engages with the pinion and slides in a track (66,fig 4) in the window stile. The window sash 14 which is to be driven up or down is connected to the rack through upper and lower hook mountings (48,50 fig 3) and the opposite side of the sash is free to travel between vertical guide surfaces.

A moveable barrier operator with motor speed controlled according to signal pulse length

A moveable barrier operator 10, eg for a remote-controlled garage door, comprises an electric motor 12 and a transmission 18 driven by the electric motor and connected to the moveable barrier. The barrier operator automatically detects the type of door (single panel 24 or segmented) and uses this information to set a maximum speed of door travel by adjusting, via a controller which controls a length of pluses in a pulse signal, the speed of the motor 12 linearly from zero to a maximum and from the maximum to zero. This linearly variable speed from start of travel to stop provides a smooth and quiet performance. A voltage frequency is automatically detected and this information is used to set a worklight shut-off time. The operator 10 provides full door closure by driving the door into a floor when a DOWN limit is reached and no auto-reverse condition has been detected. A user selects a minimum stop speed for easy starting and stopping of a sticky or binding door. A flasher light which can ...

Security code learning method and apparatus

Ram actuated automated security gate

A security gate 10 for controlling access to an entrance comprises a panel 20 for blocking the entrance, a drive unit 70 for opening and closing the gate 10 and a control unit 110 for controlling the drive unit 70. The panel 20 has a proximal edge 50 and a distal edge 60 and is arranged to rotate about a substantially vertical axis at or near to its proximal edge 50. The drive unit 70 comprising a ram 120 arranged to rotate the panel 20 about said axis by applying a force at or near the proximal edge 50, such that the gate 10 opens or closes in less than 5 seconds.

Obstacle-detecting apparatus for a powered door system

Control system for motor driven window

A circuit for controlling bi-directional operation of a vehicle window lift motor 12 having a toroidal coil 38 sensing counter-emf perturbations in the motor current line. An EXPRESS mode switch 98, upon momentary actuation, latches an electronic switch to operate a relay to provide continuous motor rotation for lowering the window. Subsequent momentary switch actuation unlatches the electronic switch to cut interrupt window motor current. Window lift motor stall is detected by a toroidal coil which senses loss of motor line perturbations and unlatches the electronic switch to open circuit the motor relay. ...

A floor mounted door actuator unit for swing door

A floor mounted door actuator unit 1 for a swing door 24, comprising: a chassis 7 supported by a floor; a drive spindle 9 rotatably mounted on the chassis, the spindle 9 engaging and supporting a door 24 for rotation of the door about the spindleâ s 9 axis of rotation; an electric motor 16a; a controller 16b for the motor; a first pulley 20 coaxially arranged with and engaged with the spindle; a second pulley 17 connected to the motor; at least one drive belt 18, 19 for connecting the motor 16a to the first pulley 20 so that operation of the motor 16a causes the first pulley to rotate the spindle 9; and a torsion spring 21. Operation of the motor 16a drives door 24 connected to spindle 9 from a first position to a second position against the action of the spring 21 and the spring 21 can return the door 24 to the first position if the motor controller 16b should fail. The torsion spring may be a spiral or helical spring wound around a pulley axis. The unit may have a learning mode, learning ...

A power split door system for a vehicle

Barrier operator having synthesised speech output

An automated movable barrier control system component (11) as comprises a part of a movable barrier control system has an audible speech output device (21) operably coupled thereto. These elements can share a common housing (22). The audible speech output device (21) can audiblize one or more items of stored speech content relating to one or more aspects of the component itself, other components within the system, and/or the system itself.

Sash windows

Switch device

Automatic safety device for the opening and the closing of the doors of a joint freight vehicle.

FANGVORRICHTUNG FÜR HAND- UND KRAFTBETÄTIGTE TORE, INSBESONDERE FÜR SECTIONAL-TORE

LOCKING DEVICE FOR MOTOR PROPELLED TUEREN, IN PARTICULAR VEHICLE DOORS

SCHARNIER FUER DIE DREHBARE LAGERUNG EINES TUERFLUEGELS, INSBESONDERE EINES EINLIEGENDEN GLASTUERFLUEGELS

VEHICLE WITH SENSIERTEN STEPS WITHIN ENTRANCE RANGES

SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATIC MOVING OF ENTRY BARRIERS AND USE PROCEDURES FOR IT

GATE, IN PARTICULAR SCHIEBETOR

WINDOW SYSTEM FOR A BUILDING

PUSH-BUTTON

SAFETY DEVICE FOR TUEREN OF PUBLIC MEANS OF TRANSPORT.

BY HAND OPERATING PUSHBUTTON.

FANGVORRICHTUNG FUER HAND- UND KRAFTBETAETIGTE TORE, INSBESONDERE FUER SECTIONAL-TORE

Manually operable actuation equipment

CLOSING SYSTEM AND PROCEDURE FOR ITS ENTERPRISE

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE ADAPTATION OF AN INTERNAL BLOCKING FORCE ATTITUDE FOR A MOTORIZED GARAGE DOOR DRIVE

SCHARNIER FUER DIE DREHBARE LAGERUNG EINES TUERFLUEGELS, INSBESONDERE EINES EINLIEGENDEN GLASTUERFLUEGELS

Barrier movement operator having service reminders

Door operator circuit board

Operating system utilizing a selectively concealed multi-function wall station transmitter with an auto-close function for a motorized barrier operator

System for automatically moving access barriers and methods for using the same

Furniture flap drive for various types of flaps

A furniture flap drive is provided with a first component having an electric motor and with a second component having an adjustment arm, wherein the first component and the second component can be fastened releasably to each other, and a force transmission device is provided to move the adjustment arm, wherein a positioning device (12) can be used to adjust the position of the force transmission device (11), and wherein the first component (7) can be fastened to the second component (8) in at least two, preferably at least three, different positions of the adjustment arm (4).

Pneumatic door assist system with lock

A lock (57) for a door assist system (12) for use on a vehicle door (10) and connected to a vehicle to lock the door into an open position includes a door handle (40) having a first operable position, a second operable position and a released position, a pneumatic actuator (28) having an actuator rod (32), where the actuator rod is extendable when the door handle is in the first operable position and the actuator rod is retractable when the door handle is in the second operable position. The door assist system also includes a slide block (34) displaceable by the actuator rod of the pneumatic actuator. A lock (57) also includes a door link (54) connecting the slide block (34) to the vehicle frame. As the slide block is displaced away from the pneumatic actuator (28), the door link opens the door (10) with respect to the vehicle. The lock also includes a hydraulic locking actuator (58) with a hydraulic rod (66) extendable and retractable with the slide block (34). When the door handle (40 ...

Multifunction edge device for powered doors

Flow meter assembly, gate assemblies and methods of flow measurement

The present invention provides an acoustic flow meter assembly for pipes or open channels, said assembly including a frame with a predetermined geometry. The frame has at least one user accessible port adapted to receive an interchangeable cartridge which contains at least one acoustic transducer to measure fluid velocity through said frame. The invention also relates to vertical, lift and tilt lift gate assemblies for use in measuring fluid flows, methods of measuring fluid velocity in pipes and open channels characterised by the use of a delay circuit, fluid flow meters characterised by the use of redundant pairs of transducers, and a method of synchronisation of two transducers in a flow measuring apparatus for an open channel.

System and related methods for detecting and measuring the operational parameters of a garage door utilizing a lift cable system

Switch assembly including sequential switch rocker/lever operating mechanism

A wall station for a garage door operator

Garage door opener and wireless keypad transmitter with temporary password feature

Movable barrier operator

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR ADJUSTING AN INTERNAL OBSTRUCTION FORCE SETTING FOR A MOTORIZED GARAGE DOOR OPERATOR

An operator and related method for adjusting an internal force setting for a motorized garage door operator is disclosed. The operator checks for the presence of a secondary entrapment safety feature and automatically increases a force threshold setting from a first value to a second value if the secondary entrapment safety feature is detected. If the safety feature is not detected or it is later disconnected, then the operator automatically sets the force threshold to a more sensitive value.

OPERATING SYSTEM FOR A MOTORIZED BARRIER OPERATOR WITH A RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGIZED LIGHT KIT AND/OR SWITCH AND METHODS FOR PROGRAMMING THE SAME

An operating system for a motorized barrier includes an operator for controlling movement of the barrier between various positions. The operator may receive wireless signals from a wireless or wired wall station transmitter, a wireless keyless entry device and/or portable remote transmitter device. The system also includes a device such as a light kit or switch that controls a load, wherein the device is capable of also receiving wireless signals to control the kit or the load. And the transmitters are capable of generating wireless signals receivable by the operator and the device for independent operation of each.

SECURITY ENTRANCE SYSTEM

A security entrance system for controlling access from an infeed area (98) to a protected area (100) has a structure (24) defining a chamber disposed between the infeed area and the protected area, with first doors (38) at the infeed end of the chamber and second doors (46) at the protected area end of the chamber. A person entering the protected area must pass through a contraband detector such as a metal detector (90, 92) and enter the chamber. If no alarm was provided by the detector, the doors allow exit from the chamber into the protected area. If an alarm was provided by the metal detector, the doors only allow the person to pass back from the chamber into the infeed area and away from the protected area. The chamber is weighed or otherwise examined after at least some cycles of operation to assure that no contraband was concealed within the chamber.

UNIVERSAL BARRIER OPERATOR TRANSMITTER

In a multiple barrier movement operator environment (Fig. 2), one switch module (339) for controlling all of the barrier movement operators. The switch module (339) may be mounted for convenient and communicates with the barrier operator either wirelessly or through a wired interface. The switch module (339) controls and operates movement of any barrier singly while controlling the operation of the overhead light and response inhibit modes of all the barrier operators. A stop button (239) also maybe provided to enable all the barrier operators to discontinue movement of their respective barriers.

MULTIFUNCTION EDGE DEVICE FOR POWERED DOORS

An edge device for an elevator door includes an elongate array of infrared transmitters and/or receivers and a proximate elongate array of illuminable elements, both arrays extending for a substantial part of the length of the door. The illuminable elements are adapted to be illuminated when the door is in motion. The two arrays are disposed in a common carrier structure, being either vertically interleaved or extending vertically in parallel with each other.

MOVABLE BARRIER CONTROL SYSTEM COMPONENT WITH AUDIBLE SPEECH OUTPUT APPARATUS AND METHOD

An automated movable barrier control system component (11) as comprises a part of a movable barrier control system (10) has an audible speech output device (21) operably coupled thereto. These elements can share a common housing (22). The audible speech output device (21) can audiblize one or more items of stored speech content relating to one or more aspects of the component itself, other components within the system, and/or the system itself.

BARRIER MOVEMENT OPERATOR HUMAN INTERFACE METHOD AND APPARATUS

Improvements in human interaction with barrier movement operators are disclosed. A controller of the barrier movement operator is capable of a number of learning modes in which the controller cooperates with a user to learn operating parameters. The controller guides and corrects the necessary actions by the user. The barrier movement operator also includes an input/output unit remote from the main controller of the operator. Human interaction with the remote input/output unit enables diagnosis of operator faults remotely.

SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATICALLY MOVING ACCESS BARRIERS INITIATED BY MOBILE TRANSMITTER DEVICES

... ²²²An operator system and related methods for automatically controlling access ²barriers which includes a base controller associated with at least one access ²barrier and at least one base receiver associated with the base controller. ²The system also includes at least one mobile transmitter that automatically ²and periodically generates at least one mobile signal detectable by the base ²receiver. The base controller selectively generates barrier movement commands ²upon receipt of the at least one mobile signal in an operate mode. The ²operator and the mobile transmitter both include transceivers to allow two-way ²communication therebetween during a learn mode. Such a system allows for hands-²free operation of the access barrier. A discrete processing system may also be ²used to retrofit existing barrier operator systems for use in hands-free ²operation.² ...

SECURITY CODE LEARNING METHOD AND APPARATUS

A barrier movement operator is disclosed which learns wirelessly transmitted access codes during a learn mode and subsequently in an operate mode receives wireless transmissions and determines whether action should be taken by consulting the learned access codes. Methods and apparatus are included which can be used to prohibit the learning of unauthorized. access codes.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR BATTERY-BACKED POWER SUPPLY AND BATTERY CHARGING

Apparatuses, systems, and methods for providing, battery-backed power to movable partitions are disclosed. A power converter (210) generates a DC out put (212) from an AC input (205). The DC output (212) may be selectively dec oupled from an enabled DC output (216) such that the DC output (212) can be monitored for acceptable operation in-situ. The enabled DC output (216) may be selectively coupled to a battery output terminal (264). A charge current may be sensed between the enabled DC output (216) and the battery output (26 4) to control charging of the battery (260) with a pulse-width modulation op eration by controlling the selective coupling of the enabled DC output (216) to the battery output (264). The enabled DC output (216) and the battery ou tput (264) are coupled in a logical-or configuration to generate a supply ou tput (296) providing current from the enabled DC output (216) and the batter y (260). The supply output (296) may drive a movable partition controller an d a motor ...

BARRIER MOVEMENT OPERATOR INCLUDING TIMER TO CLOSE FEATURE

Methods and apparatus for controlling a barrier movement operator having a timer-to-close feature are disclosed. The methods and apparatus include arrangements for conveniently inhibiting and re-activating the timer-to-close feature and for providing a mid-stop position during movement toward the closed position. Additionally, the embodiments include methods and apparatus for reversing barrier operation.

MOVABLE BARRIER OPERATOR

A movable barrier operator having improved safety and energy efficiency features automatically detects Fine voltage frequency and uses that information to set a worklight shut-off time. The operator automatically detects the type of door (single panel or segmented) and uses that information to set a maximum speed of door travel. The operator moves the door with a linearly variable speed from start of travel to stop for smooth and quiet performance. The operator provides for full door closure by driving the door into the floor when the DOWN limit is reached and no auto- reverse condition has been detected. The operator provides for user selection of a minimum stop speed for easy starting and stopping of sticky or binding doors.

UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM

A universal remote control system is disclosed. The universal remote control includes a receiver that has a wireless signal receiver unit, an electric motor that drives a mechanical arm and a microprocessor. When the receiver receives a control signal from a wireless signal transmitter, the microprocessor will energize the motor which drives the mechanical arm toward a pushbutton switch of a controlled device, such as a garage door opener, and depresses the push button, therefore activating the garage door opener. A feedback signal, for example, from the mechanical arm or the motor, may be provided to the microprocessor to inform the microprocessor when the pushbutton switch is sufficiently depressed and is in an engaged state. When the switch is in the engaged state, the motor will reverse its direction, causing the mechanical arm to raise and move back to a standby position.

MOVABLE BARRIER OPERATOR

A movable barrier operator having improved safety and energy efficiency features automatically detects line voltage frequency and uses that information to set a worklight shut-off time. The operator automatically detects the type of door (single panel or segmented) and uses that information to set a maximum speed of door travel. The operator moves the door with a linearly variable speed from start of travel to stop for smooth and quiet performance. The operator provides for full door closure by driving the door into the floor when the DOWN limit is reached and no auto- reverse condition has been detected. The operator provides for user selection of a minimum stop speed for easy starting and stopping of sticky or binding doors.

GARAGE DOOR OPERATOR AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONFIGURATION OF DOOR ENTRANCE SYSTEMS

The present disclosure relates to a door management system comprising at least one door leaf, at least one a door operator, an electronic communication unit and at least one detector unit wherein the door operator comprise a control unit and a drive unit, wherein the drive unit is connected to and adapted to move the at least one door leaf between an open and a closed position, the control unit comprise a first set of configuration parameters and is adapted to control the drive unit based on the first set of configuration parameters, the at least one detector unit comprise a second set of configuration parameters and is configured to survey the environment of the at least one door leaf based on the second set of configuration parameters, the electronic communication unit comprise a user interface and is configured to receive and display the first and second set of configuration parameters on the user interface, receive and transmit an updated first set of configuration parameters to the ...

MOVABLE BARRIER OPERATOR HAVING PASSIVE INFRARED DETECTOR

A wall control unit (60) for a movable barrier operator (10) sends baseband signals over a wire connection (62) to a head unit (24) of a movable barrier operator to command the movable barrier toperform barrier operator functions. The wall control unit (60) has a wall control unit port for connection to the wire connection (62). A first switch (122) sends a barrier command signal to the head unit (24) commanding the head unit (24) to open or close a movable barrier (16). A second switch (120) commands the head unit (24) to provide energization to a light source (72). An infrared detector (78) causes a command signal to be sent to the head unit (24) to control the illumination state of the light source (72).

BARRIER MOVEMENT OPERATOR SPEED CONTROL

Methods and apparatus for controlling the speed of an A.C. induction motor are disclosed and shown in operation for controlling the movement of a barrier. Included are voltage configuration circuits which selectively gate portions of the half-cycles of AC mains voltage to the induction motor. When the motor is started increasing amounts of mains AC voltage is applied to the motor and decreasing portions of the mains AC are applied to the motor during a stopping routine. The motor can also be energized with less than full mains AC to permit differences in barrier movement speed dependent on operating parameters.

SLIDING DOOR MODULE/PIVOTING SLIDING DOOR MODULE HAVING FLOATING MOUNTING OF A RACK OF A RACK-AND-PINION DRIVE

The invention relates to a sliding door module/pivoting sliding door module (1) for a rail vehicle, which comprises a door leaf (21, 22) and a support (3), which is aligned longitudinally in the sliding direction of the door leaf (21, 22) and is mounted such that the support (3) can be displaced in the horizontal direction in particular transversely to the longitudinal extent thereof. The sliding door module/pivoting sliding door module (1) also has a linear guide for mounting the door leaf (21, 22), which is fastened to or integrated in the support (3). The door leaves (21, 22) are moved with the aid of a rack-and-pinion drive. The rack-and-pinion drive has a rack (71, 72), which is coupled only in the first end region thereof to the door leaf (21, 22), and the floating end of which is engaged with a gearwheel (9) that is mounted rotatably in the support (3).

WINDOW COVERING AND OPERATING SYSTEM

A window covering includes a head rail that supports a panel by lift cords such that one end of the panel may be raised and lowered relative to the head rail. An operating system controls movement of the panel and includes spools coupled to the lift cords such that rotation of the spools retracts and extends the lift cords. A shaft is connected to a spool of the lift spool assembly and to a brake and a spring motor. The spring motor applies a motor force to the shaft and the brake applies a brake force to the shaft such that the forces generated by the spring motor and brake hold the panel in the desired position.

AUTOMATED SHADE CONTROL

Automated shade systems comprise motorized window coverings, sensors, and controllers that use algorithms to control operation of the automated shade control system. These algorithms may include information such as: 3-D models of a building and surrounding structures, shadow information, reflectance information, lighting and radiation information, ASHRAE clear sky algorithms, log information related to manual overrides, occupant preference information, motion information, real-time sky conditions, solar radiation on a building, a total foot-candle load on a structure, brightness overrides, actual and/or calculated BTU load, time-of-year information, and microclimate analysis.

Устройство управления воздушным клапаном блока установки для измерения дебита продукции нефтяных скважин

Полезная модель относится к области нефтегазового оборудования, а именно к вентиляционным системам блочного оборудования, в частности к воздушным клапанам вентиляционной системы установок для измерения дебита продукции нефтяных скважин и обеспечивает управление процессом открывания и закрывания воздушного клапана в зависимости от температуры в автоматическом режиме.Устройство управления воздушным клапаном блока установки для измерения дебита продукции нефтяных скважин содержит гидроцилиндр 1 с выдвижным штоком 2, заполненный углеводородной смесью в качестве рабочей жидкости и закрепленный на каркасе блока установки, а также рычаг 3 с противовесом 7, установленный на осях 4, неподвижно закрепленных на поворотной заслонке 5 клапана 6, связанный со штоком 2 гидроцилиндра 1. 2 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 185 866 U1 (51) МПК F24F 13/14 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК F24F 13/14 (2018.08); E05F 15/00 (2018.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018124500, 04.07.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Акционерное общество "ГМС Нефтемаш" (RU) Дата регистрации: 20.12.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 2125685 C1, 27.01.1999. SU 1366753 A1, 15.01.1988. RU 2092026 C1, 10.10.1997. RU 2136142 C1, 10.09.1999. RU 102955 U1, 20.03.2011. EP 1601914 A1, 07.12.2005. (45) Опубликовано: 20.12.2018 Бюл. № 35 1 8 5 8 6 6 R U (54) Устройство управления воздушным клапаном блока установки для измерения дебита продукции нефтяных скважин (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к области Устройство управления воздушным клапаном нефтегазового оборудования, а именно к блока установки для измерения дебита продукции вентиляционным системам блочного нефтяных скважин содержит гидроцилиндр 1 с оборудования, в частности к воздушным выдвижным штоком 2, заполненный клапанам вентиляционной системы установок углеводородной смесью в качестве рабочей для ...

Automatic door opener

A door opener for opening a door having an external surface comprises a screw mounted for rotary motion and a carriage mounted on the screw such that rotation of the screw causes motion of the carriage along the screw. A motor rotates the screw. An actuator arm has a first end and a second end, where the actuator arm is operatively connected to the carriage such that movement of the carriage causes the actuator arm to move between a retracted position where the door is closed and an extended position where the door is open. The first end of the actuator arm is in contact with but not connected to the external surface of the door such that the first end of the actuator arm rides over the external surface of the door.

Automatic door

In some implementations a storage device having a voice-recognition engine stored thereon is coupled to a microcontroller, a device-controller for an automatic door is operably coupled to the microcontroller.

Currency Keeper

An electronic safe which incorporates consumer programmable buttons, along with an on-board central processing unit.

Method and Device for Actuating a Closing Element of a Vehicle

In a method and a device ( 12 ) for automatically actuating a closing element ( 1 ) of a vehicle ( 10 ), the closing element is actuated when a movement of an object corresponding to a predefined movement profile is registered in an area surrounding the vehicle and when at the same time a vehicle key assigned to the vehicle is registered. In this case, it is firstly possible for the movement of the object in the area around the vehicle ( 10 ) to be monitored by the interaction between a capacitive sensor ( 5 ) and an optical sensor ( 4, 7 ), or for the movement profile first to have an approach to the vehicle ( 10 ) and a subsequent movement away from the vehicle ( 10 ), so that the closing element ( 1 ) is only actuated after the movement away from the vehicle ( 10 ).

Mobile robot apparatus, door control apparatus, and door opening and closing method therefor

A mobile robot apparatus includes a video recognition unit for recognizing a position of an opening button mounted around a door through video analysis after acquiring peripheral video information. Further, the mobile robot apparatus includes a mobile controller for performing an operation on the opening button at the position recognized by the video recognition unit to generate an opening selection signal, thereby allowing a door control apparatus to open the door according to the generated opening selection signal.

Method for automatically following hand movements in an image sequence

A method for following hand movements in an image flow, includes receiving an image flow in real time, locating in each image in the received image flow a hand contour delimiting an image zone of the hand, extracting the postural characteristics from the image zone of the hand located in each image, and determining the hand movements in the image flow from the postural characteristics extracted from each image. The extraction of the postural characteristics of the hand in each image includes locating in the image zone of the hand the center of the palm of the hand by searching for a pixel of the image zone of the hand the furthest from the hand contour.

Multiple speed profiles in barrier operator systems

Disclosed are alternate embodiments of various components of a barrier operator system. and methods of operation, including of the mechanical drive subsystem with segmented and self-locking rail unit, rail mounting supports, belt and chain drive tensioning, and drive assembly carriage and interface; the electronics and software routines for controlled operation of the various barrier operator functions; wall console communications with the barrier operator; encryption and decryption of access codes; establishment and monitoring of travel limits and barrier speed and force profiles; thermal protection of barrier operator drive motors; and establishment and control of communications from the barrier operator to accessories by way of a wireless adapter.

Virtual switch and method for operating same

The invention relates to a method for actuating a virtual switch ( 50 ) by means of a sensor system ( 17.2 ) which detects an actuation of the switch ( 50 ), the sensor system ( 17.2 ) having at least two non-contact sensors ( 11, 12 ). The method comprises the following steps: a) starting the method, b) monitoring at least one sensor ( 11 ), starting a first timer ( 11.2 ) for a first period ( 11.3 ) if the first sensor ( 11 ) is activated (by an approaching object), d) starting a second timer ( 12.2 ) for a second period ( 12.3 ) if the second sensor ( 12 ) is activated (by an approaching object) and the first period ( 11.3 ) is not yet exceeded, and e) actuating the virtual switch ( 50 ) if at least one sensor ( 11, 12 ) is deactivated and the second period ( 12.3 ) is not yet exceeded, some of steps a) to e) proceeding simultaneously or chronologically.

DOOR CONTROL SYSTEM

The present invention relates to door control systems, especially to door control systems for power-controlled swinging doors of a vehicle, wherein the door control system is adapted to control the movement of a door panel being pivotable between a closed position and an open position, and comprising a belt drive system having a belt and two pulleys, a driving element securely connected to the belt, a connection arm pivotally connected to the driving element in one end and adapted to be fixedly connected to the door panel to be controlled in another end, driving means to drive the belt drive system, and a control unit to control the driving means to move the driving element along a predetermined path. The door control system may have an automatic safety stop if an obstruction in the path of the moving door is detected. The vehicle may be a disability-adapted vehicle. 1. A door control system for use in a vehicle having at least one door panel pivotably connected to a vehicle frame , and being movable about a pivoting axis between a first closed position and a second open position , the door control system comprisinga belt drive system having a belt and at least a first and a second pulley,a driving element being securely connected to the belt, driving means to drive the belt drive system, anda control unit to control the driving means to move the driving element along a mainly linear path,a connection arm having a first end pivotably connected to the driving element and a second end connectable to the door panel, wherein the driving element and the connection arm cooperate to pivot the door panel about the pivoting axis when the driving element is moved along the mainly linear path.2. A door assembly system according to claim 1 , wherein the connection arm is a rigid connection arm.3. A door control system according to claim 1 , wherein the driving means comprises an encoder claim 1 , the belt is a toothed belt claim 1 , and wherein the door control system further ...

Overhead Door Object Detection Apparatus

An overhead door object detection apparatus that is configured to be utilized with a retractable garage door leading into a garage to determine if there is an object in the downward path of the garage door and, if there is an object, to stop the downward movement of the garage door before it hits the object and reverse to an upward movement. The apparatus generally comprises a transmitter unit that is attached to the leading edge of the garage door to detect the object and a receiver unit that controls the movement of the garage door. The transmitter unit comprises a proximity sensor, a microprocessor, a tilt switch and a transmission source to transmit an object detection signal to the receiver unit. The receiver unit has a receiving device, a microprocessor and a door reversing mechanism that engages the door's standard safety reversing sensor. 1. An detection apparatus , comprising:a transmitter unit attached to or otherwise associated with a retractable door to determine if an object is in a downward path of said retractable door, said transmitter unit having a proximity sensor directed downward from said retractable door when said retractable door is moving in a downward direction so as to determine if said object is in said downward path, a tilt switch structured and arranged to determine if said retractable door is moving in an upward direction, a transmission source configured to transmit a signal upon detection of said object in said downward path, a microprocessor operatively connected to each of said proximity sensor, said tilt switch and said transmission source and a source of power electrically connected to each of said proximity sensor, said tilt switch, said transmission source and said microprocessor, said microprocessor configured to operatively control operation of each of said proximity sensor, said tilt switch and said transmission source; anda receiver unit in communication with said transmitter unit so as to receive and process said signal ...

DOOR CONTROL APPARATUS

A door control apparatus and methods for controlling a door motion device for a hinged door and, optionally, illuminating a designated area on the floor. During the time the designated area is illuminated, a person can expect that the door will not close. The door control apparatus may include control circuitry, and a sensor, and optionally a light emitter and/or a sound emitter. The sensor detects a person proximate to the door and signals the control circuitry upon a detection event. The light emitter is also connected to the control circuitry. Upon a detection event, the control circuitry signals the light emitter to produce light and signals the door motion device to hold the door open. The light emitter directs light to form an image on the floor in the designated area. The light emitter may be, for example, a laser generator or a light emitting diode lamp. 2. The door control apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a light emitter connected to the control circuitry claim 1 , wherein upon a detection event the control circuitry is operable to signal the light emitter to produce light.3. The door control apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the light emitter is adapted to direct light to form an image on the floor in a second designated area claim 2 , wherein when the second designated area is illuminated claim 2 , the door is not in the process of closing.4. The door control apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the control circuitry is operable to signal the light emitter to change the light status a first predetermined time after the sensor detects nothing in the first designated area and is adapted to signal the electromechanical door holder to initiate door closing after a second predetermined time claim 3 , with the first and second predetermined times being measured by a timer in the control circuitry.5. The door control apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the light status includes on claim 4 , off claim 4 , or flashing.6. The door control apparatus of claim 2 , wherein ...

Paneled Partition Having A Retractable Extension

A paneled partition assembly is disclosed that can be used to selectively separate a first space from a second space. The paneled partition assembly can cover an opening when in a closed and extended position and uncover the opening when in an opened and retracted position. The paneled partition assembly can include a first panel and a second panel configured such that rotation of a handle on the first panel causes linear movement of the second panel. The partition assembly can include a pair of mating assemblies that selectively move from open and retracted positions on opposite sides of an opening to closed and extended positions in which opposite leading edges abut one another. 1. A partition assembly adapted to selectively separate a first space from a second space , said assembly comprising:a wall portion defining an opening; and a first panel having a selectively rotatable handle disposed thereon configured to rotate between a first position corresponding with said fully extended position and a second position corresponding with said retracted position; and', 'a second panel configured as a following panel and coupled with said first panel and said handle such that rotational movement of said handle causes linear movement of said second panel., 'a plurality of panels arranged in communication with said wall portion and each other to selectively cover said opening when said plurality of panels are in a closed and fully extended position and to uncover said opening when said plurality of panels are in an open and retracted position, said plurality of panels comprising2. The partition assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said second panel comprises an extension of said first panel and at least one recess is provided in said first panel to receive said extension.3. The partition assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said extension is configured to translate between being fully retained within said recess while in said retracted position and being ...

CONCEALED ELECTRICAL DOOR OPERATOR

A door assembly includes a first door skin, a second door skin spaced apart from the first door skin and a door operator disposed between the first door skin and the second door skin. An arm extends from the door operator. The door operator includes a motor moving the arm to move the door between a closed position and an open position and between the open position and the closed position. A current sensor generates a current signal corresponding to the current to the motor. A position sensor in communication with the door arm generates a position signal corresponding to the position of the door relative to the frame. A controller communicates with the sensor and the motor. The controller controls a motor current to the motor in response to the current signal and the position signal. 1. A door assembly comprising:a first door skin;a second door skin spaced apart from the first door skin;a door operator disposed between the first door skin and the second door skin; andan arm extending from the door operator,wherein said door operator comprises:a motor moving the arm to move the door between a closed position and an open position and between the open position and the closed position,a current sensor generating a current signal corresponding to the current to the motor;a position sensor in communication with the arm generating a position signal corresponding to the position of the door relative to the door frame; anda controller communicating with the sensor and the motor, said controller controls a motor current to the motor in response to the current signal and the position signal.2. A door assembly as recited in wherein the controller increases the motor current to obtain a predetermined movement speed.3. A door assembly as recited in wherein the controller changes the motor current based on the position signal.4. A door assembly as recited in wherein the controller changes the motor current based on the position signal at least three times between the open position ...

DOOR AND DOOR FRAME ASSEMBLY

Door and frame assemblies are disclosed by the present application. In one exemplary embodiment, the a door is connected to a door frame, such that the door is moveable between an open position and a closed position. Activation of a trigger causes a door frame coupling arrangement to couple the door frame to the door in a closed position to thereby inhibit movement of the door relative to the frame. In another exemplary embodiment, a door is coupled to a door frame by a hinge. The hinge is configured to move the door in translation as the door is rotated from the open position to the closed position. For example, the hinge may move the door downward, toward the sill, when the door is moved from the open position to the closed position. 1. A door and frame assembly comprising:a door frame including a strike and a coupling arrangement;a door connected to the door frame, such that the door is movable between an open position and a closed position, wherein the door includes a latch that engages the strike when the door is closed;a trigger in communication with the door frame coupling arrangement, wherein activation of the trigger causes the coupling arrangement of the door frame to couple the door frame to the door in the closed position and thereby inhibit movement of the door relative to the framewherein the trigger is automatically activated by closing the door.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. The door and frame assembly of wherein a sill of the door frame includes the coupling arrangement.6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. The door and frame assembly of wherein a door frame trim component includes the coupling arrangement.10. The door and frame assembly of wherein a door frame brickmold component includes the coupling arrangement.11. The door and frame assembly of wherein a sill extender includes the coupling arrangement.12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. The door and frame assembly of wherein the coupling arrangement couples ...

System of Ejecting a Sliding Door

A system of ejecting a sliding door of a closet, comprising a plurality of ejection assemblies and a connecting mechanism, which connects one assembly to the other. Each ejection assembly comprises a rail and a slidable member configured to slide along the rail, where the rail engages with a frame of the closet. The connecting mechanism allows synchronizing the ejection force applied upon the door at different locations of the door, by connecting the ejection assemblies through the connecting mechanism. This configuration allows ejecting and retrieving of the door outwardly and inwardly by sliding the slidable member of each assembly along the rail. 315020020050040. The system of claim 1 , wherein said connecting mechanism of each of said ejection assemblies claim 1 , which connects said ejection assemblies to one another claim 1 , is further connected to said door via at least one bracket .4150151151200. The system of claim 1 , wherein each said connecting mechanism comprises at least one rod each rod connecting one ejection assembly to another.5500150. The system of claim 4 , wherein said system comprises four ejection assemblies claim 4 , each installed at a different corner of said door claim 4 , and wherein each said connecting mechanism comprises:{'b': 151', '500, 'a first rod A connecting two ejection assemblies located at two corners at a first side of said door ;'}{'b': 151', '500, 'a second rod B connecting two other ejection assemblies located at two corners at a second side of said door ; and'}{'b': 50', '151', '151, 'a rod-connecting assembly for connecting said first rod A to said second rod B.'}65051525354515452541515354151. The system of claim 5 , wherein said rod-connecting assembly comprises a first connector claim 5 , a second connector claim 5 , a third connector and a main axle claim 5 , wherein said first connector pivotally connects to said main axle at one end ant to said door at another end claim 5 , said second connector pivotally connects ...

ACTUATOR

An actuator for moving a drawer and a cover for an opening in an interior panel part of a vehicle, which, for covering an opening formed in an interior panel part, can be moved between a closed state for covering the opening and an open state for uncovering the opening. The actuator includes a guiding device that guides the movements of the drawer out of and into the opening, a cover opening and closing device that opens and closes the cover, and an unlocking and locking device that unlocks and locks the drawer. The unlocking and locking device includes a bolting device that locks the drawer in a retracted state and an adjustment device that interacts with the bolting device and cover opening and closing device in such a way that moving the cover in its open state causes the adjustment device to release the bolting device with the drawer in its retracted state, so that the drawer can be moved out of the opening. 1. An actuator for moving a drawer and a cover in a vehicle , wherein the cover can be moved between a closed state for covering an opening in an interior panel part and an open state for uncovering the opening , and wherein the drawer can be moved between a retracted state and an extended state in which the drawer protrudes from the opening , the actuator comprising:a guiding device that guides the movements of the drawer out of and into the opening;a cover opening and closing device that opens and closes the cover; a bolting device that locks the drawer in the retracted state, and', 'an adjustment device that interacts with the bolting device and cover opening and closing device in such a way that moving the cover in its open state causes the adjustment device to release the bolting device with the drawer in its retracted state, so that the drawer can be moved out of the opening., 'an unlocking and locking device that unlocks and locks the drawer, wherein the unlocking and locking device comprises2. The actuator according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

SAFETY APPARATUS FOR CLOSING AND OPENING A DOOR

An apparatus automatically closes and opens a door in a frame. The door is controlled by a controller providing a safety mode for retaining the door in an open state and, if need be, a door reopening mode if an obstacle blocks the closure of the door. A camera having a vision axis intersecting a plane of the frame, provides an image of a space divided by the plane of the frame. An image analysis unit isolates the regions of interest of an obstacle in the space. A calculator extracts a geometrical characteristic of each region of interest, for classifying the same into a closest category of different safety scenarios of known characteristics, and for outputting, to the controller, a safety signal which activates the safety mode and which is dependent on the evaluation of a safety alarm value calculated by a formula, in accordance with the category. 110-. (canceled)11. An apparatus for automatically closing and opening at least one door in a frame , the apparatus comprising:a controller controlling the door, said controller providing a safety mode for retaining the door in an open state and, if need be, a door reopening mode in an event of an obstacle blocking a complete closure of the door into the frame;at least one camera having a line of sight intersecting at least a plane of the frame and providing an image of a space divided by the plane of the frame;at least one image analysis unit that isolates regions of interest of an obstacle in the space and being connected to said camera; anda calculator for extracting at least one geometric characteristic of each region of interest, for classifying the geometric characteristic into at least one closest category of different safety scenarios of known characteristics, and for outputting to said controller a safety signal for activating the safety mode and being dependent on an evaluation of a safety alarm value calculated by a formula, in accordance with the category, using at least one weighting of dimensional criteria ...

Window regulator

A window regulator is provided with a driving unit, a drum, a carrier plate, a wire, and wire-ends provided at both ends of the wire. The drum has a shape of a cylinder having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a side surface. The drum has a slot portion having a length substantially the same as the length of the wire-end, and a wire-end housing portion disposed to deviate from the slot in the axial direction of the drum. The wire-end housing portion has a height substantially the same as the thickness of the wire-end, with a top surface provided on the side of the upper surface of the drum and a bottom surface provided on the side of the lower surface of the drum. The drum has a guide surface for guiding the wire-end, and a wire-end engagement portion, and a wire guide.

Operating System and Method for a Vehicle Having an Automatically Closing Hatch

An operating system and method for a vehicle having an automatically closing hatch, includes an operating switch, a programmable electronic controller, and a device for monitoring the hatch opening when the hatch is open. The operating switch generates an operating request signal for closing the hatch when the switch is actuated, the signal being an input signal to the controller. The monitoring device is a light barrier device having at least one light-emitting actuator and at least one light-detecting sensor arranged at the edge region of the hatch opening and also connected to the controller by electrical cables. The controller is programmed such that, when the operating request signal is present and the hatch is open, the controller outputs a pivot command to a closing system for closing the hatch only if the presence of an obstacle is not detected by the monitoring device for the hatch opening. 1. An operating system for a vehicle having an automatically closing hatch , comprising:an operating switch operatively configured to generate an operating request signal for closing the hatch when the operating switch is actuated;a programmable electronic controller operatively configured to receive the operating request signal;a light barrier device operatively configured to monitor a hatch opening of the vehicle, the light barrier device comprising at least one light-emitting actuator and at least one light-detecting sensor arranged in an edge region of the hatch opening, the light barrier device being coupled to the programmable electronic controller via cabling; andwherein the programmed electronic controller is programmed such that, when the operating request signal is received and the hatch is open, a pivot command is output to initiate a closing of the hatch only when a presence of an obstacle is not detected by the light barrier device that monitors the hatch opening.2. The operating system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one light-emitting actuator ...

High Speed Door Assembly

The present invention is directed to an industrial high-speed door assembly having a reduced door panel width and having guides for guiding the door which extend into a passageway but are resilient, tough, or resiliently collapsible, to either withstand impacts from vehicle collisions or moveable during opening of the door to avoid collisions while returning for guidance upon closing the door.

Weatherstrip incorporating pinch sensor, new pinch sensors, and associated method

A weatherstrip such as a glass run incorporates an associated anti-entrapment sensor. The glass run includes an elastomeric material having first and second legs interconnected by a base wall that together receive an associated automotive window peripheral edge and a recess formed in the elastomeric material dimensioned to receive the associated anti-entrapment sensor therein. The recess has a substantially T-shaped cross-sectional cavity in one embodiment and the pinch sensor has a substantially T-shaped cross-sectional conformation dimensioned for mating receipt in the T-shaped cavity. Facing, first and second flexible sidewall portions flex for ease of insertion and retention of the pinch sensor in the cavity. A fusible layer secures the weatherstrip and pinch sensor after assembly thereof. Preferably, the weatherstrip is formed from multiple materials, one of which is a low friction material.

MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR MODULE COMPRISING A WINDOW REGULATOR SYSTEM

The invention relates to a door module () of the type formed by a single part and from a single injected material, which module comprises a substantially flat supporting face () and at least one guide rail () of a window regulator system, said rail () being intended to guide and maintain a motor vehicle window supporting device (). The rail () forms at least part of one of one of the side end parts () of the supporting face (), said rail () extending continuously with the rest of the module () and forming a projection () in relation to the supporting face (). The rail () extends in at least two planes different from the plane of the supporting face (). 1. A door module for a motor vehicle , formed by a single part and from a single injected material , said module comprising a substantially flat supporting face and at least one guide rail of a window regulator system , said rail being usable to guide and maintain a motor vehicle window supporting device , characterized in that said rail forms at least one part of one of the lateral end parts of the supporting face , said rail extending continuously with the rest of the module and forming a projection in relation to the supporting face , said rail extending in at least two planes different from the plane of the supporting face.2. The door module according to claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises two guide rails of a window regulator system claim 1 , each rail forming at least one part of a lateral end part of the supporting face claim 1 , said rails extending continuously with the rest of the module and each forming a projection relative to the supporting face such rails each extending in at least two planes different from the plane of the supporting face.3. The door module according to claim 1 , characterized in that the rail comprises a first branch extending substantially in a transverse plane from the supporting face and a second branch extending substantially in a longitudinal plane from the first branch.4 ...

OPERATING ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH AUTOMATIC SLIDING AND FOLDING DOORS

An operating assembly for use with a door is disclosed. The operating assembly has a motor housed in an enclosure that is positioned in a floor cavity. The motor rotates a drive spindle. An actuator assembly is attached to the floor. An actuator track is attached to the enclosure and has a slot configured to receive at least a portion of the drive spindle. A first converter is positioned at one end of the actuator track and is coupled to the drive spindle. A second converter is positioned at the other end of the actuator track. A drive element attached to a bottom surface of the door is positioned in the track. A transfer device couples the first and second converters to the drive element. During operation, the motor rotates the drive spindle and the first converter to move the transfer device to move the drive element and the door.

HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE WITH DOOR

A household appliance includes a treatment space and a door that is pivotable about a horizontally running axis so as to close the treatment space. The door includes a door spring configured to slow down a movement of the door when it is being pivoted down. A sensor is configured to monitor a functionality of the door spring. A deceleration device is configured to be activated in the event of a failure of the door spring as recognized by the sensor and to slow down movement of the door when it is being pivoted down. 1. A household appliance comprising:a treatment space;a door that is pivotable about a horizontally running axis so as to close the treatment space, the door including a door spring configured to slow down a movement of the door when it is being pivoted down;a sensor configured to monitor a functionality of the door spring; anda deceleration device configured to be activated in the event of a failure of the door spring as recognized by the sensor and to slow down movement of the door when it is being pivoted down.2. The household appliance according to claim 1 , wherein the household appliance is a dishwasher claim 1 , steam cooker or oven.3. The household appliance according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is configured to detect time changes in an angle of inclination of the door.4. The household appliance according to claim 3 , wherein the sensor is configured to detect signals from three independent spatial directions.5. The household appliance according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is configured to detect at least one of vibrations of the appliance or acoustic pulses that are triggered by a breaking of the door spring.6. The household appliance according to claim 5 , wherein the sensor is configured to determine a spatial direction of a source of the detected at least one of vibrations or acoustic pulses in relation to the sensor.7. The household appliance according to claim 1 , further comprising an appliance controller configured to evaluate ...

Capacitive sensor arrangement for switching a door opening on a motor vehicle

A sensor arrangement for sensing movement gestures on a motor vehicle with a capacitive sensor arrangement and at least one control and evaluation device which is coupled to the sensor arrangement and which senses a change in the capacitance of the sensor arrangement with respect to a reference potential. A user can use a part of his body, for example his foot, to make a gesture in the sensing range of the sensors for activating a tailgate. At least two sensor electrode arrangements are arranged at spatially offset positions on the motor vehicle. The sensor electrodes are embodied as elongate electrode arrangements and are arranged with the same spatial orientation. One of the sensor electrodes is longer than the other. The relatively long sensor electrode extends beyond the relatively short sensor electrode on both sides in the longitudinal direction.

Flow Meter Assembly, Gate Assemblies and Methods of Flow Measurement

The present invention provides an acoustic flow meter assembly () for pipes or open channels, said assembly including a frame () with a predetermined geometry. The frame has at least one user accessible port (-) with the at least one user accessible port (-) adapted to receive an interchangeable cartridge () which contains at least one acoustic transducer () to measure fluid velocity through said frame (). 1. An acoustic flow meter assembly for pipes or open channels , said assembly including a frame with a predetermined geometry , said frame including at least one user accessible port , said at least one user accessible port adapted to receive an interchangeable cartridge which contains at least one acoustic transducer to measure fluid velocity through said frame.2. The acoustic flow meter assembly of claim 1 , further including a plurality of user accessible ports with an associated cartridge.3. The acoustic flow meter assembly of claim 2 , wherein said user accessible ports are located in corners of a rectangular or square orientation formed by said frame.4. The acoustic flow meter assembly of claim 3 , wherein a pair of cartridges are diagonally directed towards each other.5. The acoustic flow meter assembly of claim 1 , wherein each cartridge includes a plurality of acoustic transducers for measuring flow at predetermined depths.6. The acoustic flow meter assembly of claim 1 , wherein the claim 1 , or each cartridge has associated therewith an acoustic water level sensor.7. The acoustic flow meter assembly of claim 6 , wherein said acoustic water level sensor is releasably located within a part of the associated cartridge.8. The acoustic flow meter assembly of claim 1 , further including a hollow tube for coupling at either end to a pipeline to determine the velocity through said pipeline.9. The acoustic flow meter assembly of claim 8 , wherein each transducer is located at one end of a respective sound transmission tube and the other end opens into said hollow ...

MOVABLE PANEL ASSEMBLY WITH A POWER SLIDING DRIVE MECHANISM

A powered sliding drive assembly is provided with a sliding panel having a frame member on its periphery and guide pins that are on the bottom of the sliding panel. The pins may have a washer and/or a collar disposed on them. The washers provide quiet movement of the sliding pane. The sliding panel defines a plane. The assembly further has two or more cables, each of which is separately attached on one end to opposite sides of the frame member, pins, washers, and/or collars, where each of these ends of the cables is in the plane of the sliding panel. Each cable is attached on another end to opposite sides of a drive unit. The pins of the sliding panel are positioned in tracks, whereby the sliding panel can be located in a flush-flush position with a fixed panel and a vehicle body panel. 1. A powered sliding panel assembly , comprising:a fixed panel defining a window opening;a sliding panel movable between a closed position covering the window opening and an open position, the sliding panel having a frame member secured around at least a portion of the periphery of the sliding panel, and the sliding panel defining a plane;at least one guide pin extending substantially vertically downwardly from a portion of the frame member, the guide pin being disposed on a bottom portion of the sliding panel; andat least one cable connected at a first end to the guide pin, to the frame member, or to both, and a second end connected to a sliding panel drive unit, at least the first end of the cable being in the plane of the sliding panel.2. The powered sliding drive assembly of claim 1 , wherein the guide pin is positioned in at least one track claim 1 , and the sliding panel is capable of being located in a flush-flush position with the fixed panel and a vehicle body panel.3. The powered sliding drive assembly of claim 1 , wherein the guide pin has a washer disposed thereon.4. The powered sliding drive assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a collar disposed on the guide pin ...

ACTUATING DEVICE FOR AN AIRCRAFT LUGGAGE LOCKER

The invention relates to an actuating device for a luggage locker () in an aircraft that has a first operating element () that is arranged inside a recess () and is capable of transferring the luggage locker () from a closed state to an open state for example by way of an electromechanical drive means (), wherein the electromechanical drive means () can transfer the luggage locker () from a closed state to an open state via a second operating element (), wherein the first operating element () is coupled to an illuminated display () that emits electromagnetic radiation in a wavelength range visible to the human eye in order to display what state the luggage locker () is in. 1. An actuating device for a luggage locker in an aircraft that has a first operating element that is arranged inside a recess and is capable of transferring the luggage locker from a closed state to an open state , wherein an electromechanical drive means can transfer the luggage locker from a closed state to an open state via a second operating element , wherein the first operating element is coupled to an illuminated display that emits electromagnetic radiation in a wavelength range visible to the human eye in order to display what state the luggage locker is in.2. The actuating device according to claim 1 , wherein the illuminated display is formed by means of at least one light-emitting diode.3. The actuating device according to claim 1 , wherein the illuminated display is configured in such a way that the recess is at least partially illuminated.4. The actuating device according to claim 3 , wherein the illuminated display is illuminated in the form of backlighting.5. The actuating device according to claim 1 , wherein the first operating element is arranged on an underside of a luggage tray of the luggage locker claim 1 , wherein the luggage tray claim 1 , together with a corresponding shell claim 1 , forms the luggage locker.6. The actuating device according to claim 5 , wherein the first ...

SAFETY DEVICE FOR GLOVE PORTS

A safety device for a glove port includes a hatch that is rotatably fixable by a hinge arrangement to an outer frame of the glove port so as to rotate between a closing position and an opening position for preventing or allowing access to the glove port, respectively. The device further includes a sensor associated associable with the glove port and arranged for engaging and/or detecting an abutment portion of the hatch in the closing condition and generating an alarm signal when the abutment portion does not engage the sensor, in particular when the hatch is not in the closing position. 112-. (canceled)13. A safety device for a glove port , comprising a hatch rotatably fixable by a hinge arrangement to an outer frame of a glove port so as to rotate about an axis between a closing position and an opening position for preventing or allowing access to said glove port respectively; a sensor adjacent to said glove port and arranged for engaging and detecting an abutment portion of said hatch in said closing position and generating an alarm signal when said abutment portion does not engage said sensor , in particular when said hatch is not in said closing position.14. A safety device according to claim 13 , wherein said hatch is axially movable along said axis between said closing position and a raised intermediate position in which said abutment portion does not engage said sensor.15. A safety device according to claim 13 , wherein said hinge arrangement includes a pivot assembly fixed to said outer frame and provided with a pivot arranged for engaging with a fork element of said hatch for slidingly and rotatably supporting the latter along and about said axis.16. A safety device according to claim 15 , wherein said hatch includes a roller which is mounted free to rotate and is arranged for engaging with a cam arrangement made on said pivot assembly claim 15 , said roller and said cam arrangement being configured for blocking said hatch in said closing position and ...

Scissor door block device with adjustable door block width

The invention discloses a scissor-type gate blocking apparatus with an adjustable blocking width of a gate leaf. According to its technical solutions, the apparatus comprises a shaft and an initiative swing arm . It also comprises an eccentric disk connected with the shaft and eccentrically provided with a plurality of mounted holes of the eccentric disk , an eccentric amount adjusting piece connected with the eccentric disk through the mounted hole of the eccentric disk , a small shaft eccentrically fixed at the eccentric amount adjusting piece , and a connecting rod mechanism adjusting its length retractably and connected with the initiative swing arm . The blocking apparatus has the advantages that it has a simple and practical structure and can adjust the blocking width of the gate leaf within a certain range. 1. A blocking apparatus of scissor-type gate with an adjustable blocking width of a gate leaf , comprises:{'b': '1', 'a main shaft ();'}{'b': '4', 'an initiative swing arm ();'}{'b': 21', '211', '1, 'an eccentric disk (), provided eccentrically with a plurality of mounted holes (), connected with the main shaft ();'}{'b': 22', '21', '211, 'an eccentric amount adjusting piece () connected with the eccentric disk () through the mounted holes ();'}{'b': 223', '22, 'a small shaft () fixed eccentrically at the eccentric amount adjusting piece (); and'}{'b': 3', '4, 'a connecting rod mechanism (), whose length is retractable, connected with the initiative swing arm ().'}2211. The blocking apparatus according to claim 1 , six mounted holes () of the eccentric disk are uniformly distributed at the same periphery.322222222211. The blocking apparatus according to claim 1 , the eccentric amount adjusting piece () is a flange claim 1 , wherein three flange mounted holes () are arranged on the flange claim 1 , the flange mounted holes () are uniformly distributed and corresponding to the mounted holes () of the eccentric disk.43. The blocking apparatus according to ...

HIGH TRAFFIC FLOW ROBOTIC ENTRANCE PORTAL FOR SECURE ACCESS

Electro-mechanical and electronically controlled access devices are described for controlling access to a building, premises or area in a secure manner such that a subject who is deemed ineligible for access will be barred entry and may be optionally retained. The devices can contain multiple rotatable door panels, which can be positioned behind one another. The door panels can be controlled by mechanized arms or other control devices in order to control the passage through the device. The direction of flow through a device according to these embodiments is electronically controlled and may be changed at any point in time. At any instant in time, the flow through the device is unidirectional. Multiple devices can be stacked together to form clusters, which can be controlled according to traffic, time of day, or other factors. 1. A portal apparatus for securely controlling passage , said apparatus comprising:an entryway including two moveable and rotatable door panels adapted to operate in conjunction with two linear sidewalls that are oriented parallel to one another;wherein each door panel is rotatable between a position perpendicular to said sidewalls and a position parallel to said sidewalls;wherein each of said two door panels is independently movable along a longitudinal direction that is parallel to said sidewalls while simultaneously being fixed in the position perpendicular to said sidewalls;wherein each of said two door panels is independently movable along a longitudinal direction that is parallel to said sidewalls while simultaneously being fixed in the position parallel to said sidewalls; andwherein each door panel is driven at least in part from a drive mechanism configured to move with the door panel.2. The portal apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each drive mechanism is attached to a sliding roof panel located at the top of the door panel claim 1 , and wherein each sliding roof panel slides in a longitudinal direction that is parallel to the sidewalls.3. ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING AN INDICATION OF MOVEMENT, PARTICULARLY FOR RECOGNITION OF BLOCKING IN A LOCKING SYSTEM

The invention relates to a method for providing an indication of movement from a sensor signal from a position transmitter (), wherein the indication of movement indicates a speed of movement, wherein the sensor signal from the position transmitter () generates an edge following a movement via a particular path range having the following steps:—a pulse duration (dT) is ascertained (S) as the interval of time between the last two provided edges of the sensor signal;—depending on whether a period which corresponds to the pulse duration (dT) has elapsed since the last provided edge of the sensor signal, an indication which is dependent on the pulse duration (dT) or an indication which is dependent on the period since the last edge of the sensor signal is provided (S, S) as an indication of movement. 199. A method for providing an indication of movement from a sensor signal from a position transmitter () , the indication of movement indicating a speed of movement , the sensor signal from the position transmitter () generating an edge following a movement over a particular travel range , having the method comprising:{'b': '1', 'determining (S) a pulse duration (dT) as the interval of time between the last two provided edges of the sensor signal;'}{'b': 4', '6, 'providing (S, S) an indication of movement, depending on whether a period corresponding to the pulse duration (dT) has elapsed since the last provided edge of the sensor signal.'}2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , an indication which depends on the pulse duration (dT) being provided as the indication of movement if a period corresponding to the pulse duration (dT) has not yet elapsed since the last provided edge.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , the indication of movement being determined as the ratio between the particular travel range and the pulse duration (dT).4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , the indication of movement being provided continuously.5. The method as claimed in claim 3 , the regular ...

Device for detecting opening/closing of charger lid

A push lifter is provided with a push-push mechanism. When a charger lid is positioned in a closed position to close a battery charging opening, the push-push mechanism holds a push rod in a standby state. When the charger lid, which is positioned in the closed position, is pressed so that the standby state of the push rod is cancelled, the push-push mechanism pushes the push rod with the urging force of a coil spring so that the charger lid opens. An illumination lamp turns off when a switch portion turns off due to the standby state of the push rod, and the lamp turns on when the switch portion turns on due to the standby state of the push rod being cancelled.

WINDOW REGULATOR

Disclosed is a window regulator that reduces thrust-down noises by minimizing the moment of rising even when the window glass reaches the lower edge, and improves the durability of an elastic member. The window regulator () is provided with: a carrier plate () that holds the window glass; a guide rail () that freely guides the carrier plate up and down; a direction switching member () disposed at the top end of the guide rail; inner cables () that pass over the direction changing member, and are connected to the carrier plate (); and a drive mechanism () that reciprocatingly drives the inner cables. An elastic member () is disposed on the lower edge of the carrier plate (). A receiving section (), which comes into contact with the elastic member () and controls the descent of the carrier plate, is disposed on the drive mechanism () housing (). The receiving section () has an inclined surface () inclined in such a manner as to rise with increasing distance from the guide rail. 1. A window regulator comprising ,a carrier plate holding a window glass,a guide rail guiding the carrier plate movably in elevating/lowering direction,a direction-changing member fixed on a top end portion and/or a bottom end portion of the guide rail,an inner cable wound around the direction-changing member and fixed to the carrier plate, anda driving mechanism having a drum rewinding the inner cable and a driving motor for rotating the drum;an elastic member is fixed to the carrier plate;a receiving part is formed around the bottom end portion of the guide rail for regulating the declination of the carrier plate by contacting with the elastic member;the receiving part has an inclined surface which is gradually inclined upwardly on the basis of a surface perpendicular to the guide rail as being separated from the guide rail.2. The window regulator according to claim 1 ,wherein the elastic member has an fixing part fixed to the carrier plate and a contacting part contacting with the receiving ...

Entry or Exit Gate System

The invention relates to an entry or exit gate system () with a column () to which a shut-off device () is attached, wherein a drive (), a control system () and an angle measurement system () are provided, and wherein the entry or exit gate system () further has a brake () which acts on the shut-off device (). The brake (), depending on position, is driven with a variable power Px, with a sufficient braking effect nevertheless being achieved in each position. 1123456173733. An entry or exit gate system () comprising: a column () to which a shut-off device () is attached; a drive () , a control system () and an angle measurement system (); the entry or exit gate system () further including a brake () which acts on the shut-off device (); the brake () , depending on position of the shut-off device () , is driven with a variable power Px , with a sufficient braking effect being achieved in each position of the shut-off device ().23654. An entry or exit gate system according to claim 1 , wherein the position of the shut-off device () is scanned by means of the angle measurement system () claim 1 , the control system () determining the necessary braking effect and the drive () providing the necessary braking effect.3. An entry or exit gate system according to claim 1 , wherein the variable power Px is achieved via a changeable voltage U.4. An entry or exit gate system according to claim 1 , wherein the variable power Px is achieved via a changeable current intensity I.5. An entry or exit gate system according to claim 1 , wherein the variable power Px is achieved both via a changeable voltage U and via a changeable current intensity I.6. An entry or exit gate system according to claim 1 , wherein the variable power Px is achieved via a changeable pulse duty factor of a pulse width modulation.73. An entry or exit gate system according to claim 1 , wherein the shut-off device () is a component for shutting off a space.8. An entry or exit gate system according to claim 7 , ...

CONTROL SYSTEM FOR MINE VENTILATION DOOR

A mine door control system and method that uses sensor input from a plurality of sensors corresponding to at least one of a position of at least one associated opposing wing mine door and a path through the at least one associated mine door to determine at least one predefined action in accordance with received sensor input. A control command is then communicated a drive mechanism associated with the at least one associated mine door, the control command including instructions for operating the drive mechanism in accordance with the at least one predefined action. 1. A mine door control system , comprising:a processor;a sensor analysis component in communication with the processor, the sensor analysis component configured to receive sensor data from a plurality of sensors corresponding to operation of the at least one associated mine door; receiving sensor input from the plurality of sensors corresponding to at least one of a position of the at least one associated mine door and a path through the at least one associated mine door;', 'determining a predefined action in accordance with received sensor input; and', 'operating at least one drive mechanism associated with the at least one associated mine door in accordance with the determined predefined action responsive to the received sensor input., 'memory in communication with the processor, the memory storing instructions which are executed by the processor for2. The mine door control system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one associated mine door is an opposing wing mine door.3. The mine door control system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one associated mine door is configured at a 12-6 pitch orientation.4. The mine door control system of claim 3 , wherein the processor comprises a programmable logic controller.5. The mine door control system of claim 3 , further comprising at least one timer claim 3 , the at least one timer configured to output a duration to the processor indicative of the at least one ...

Automatic Sliding Door Systems, Apparatus and Methods

The present invention relates to sliding door systems, apparatus and methods of using and making the same. Specifically, the present invention relates to systems for opening horizontally sliding doors on a structure, such as, for example, a barn, warehouse, hangar, or other building or structure. Moreover, the present invention relates to apparatuses for providing the automatic opening of sliding doors. In addition, methods of making and using the same are provided. 1. An automatic door moving system comprising:a building having a horizontally-moving door panel disposed over an entry opening, the entry opening bounded by a first side and a second side, a header on the top thereof, and a bottom, wherein the horizontally-moving door panel opens and closes over the entry opening;a track disposed horizontally; anda motor having an engagement mechanism, wherein the engagement mechanism in engaged to the track, wherein the motor drives the door panel horizontally over the entry opening.2. The automatic door moving system of wherein the motor is connected to the door panel via a bracket.3. The automatic door moving system of wherein the bracket is a singular rigid piece having a first end and a second end claim 2 , wherein the first end of the bracket connects to a first side of the door panel and further wherein the second end of the bracket connects to the motor a length away from the door panel.4. The automatic door moving system of wherein the bracket comprises a bend between the first end and the second end claim 3 , and further wherein the bend curves towards the door panel.5. The automatic door moving system of wherein the bracket comprises a mount and an extending flange claim 2 , wherein the mount connects to a first side of the door panel and wherein the extending flange is rotatably connected to the mount on a first end and rotatably connected to the motor on a second end a length away from the door panel.6. The automatic door moving system of wherein the ...

SAFETY APPARATUS OF AUTOMATIC DOOR

A safety apparatus of an automatic door may include a body mounted with an entrance, a door slidably mounted on the body and opening or closing the entrance, and a safety device including a safety part slidably mounted at a side of the door and an elastic part mounted at the side of the door to elastically support the safety part, wherein the safety part may be slidably mounted on an upper portion and a lower portion of the side of the door, respectively, and includes upper and lower moving members slidably mounted on the side of the door and elastically supported by the elastic part, and a rotating member rotatably mounted between the upper and lower moving members. 1. A safety apparatus of an automatic door , comprising:a body mounted with an entrance;a door slidably mounted on the body and opening or closing the entrance; anda safety device including a safety part slidably mounted at a side of the door and an elastic part mounted at the side of the door to elastically support the safety part, upper and lower moving members slidably mounted on the side of the door and elastically supported by the elastic part; and', 'a rotating member rotatably mounted between the upper and lower moving members and rotatable with respect to longitudinal axes of the upper and lower moving members;, 'wherein the safety part is slidably mounted on an upper portion and a lower portion of the side of the door, respectively, and includeswherein the rotating member is formed of a cylindrical shape; andwherein the rotating member is made of a synthetic resin.23-. (canceled)4. The safety apparatus of the automatic door according to claim 1 , wherein the safety device further includes a return switch sensing a sliding movement of the safety part to again open the door when the sliding movement of the safety part is sensed.58-. (canceled) The present application claims priority to Korean Patent Application No. 10-2012-0100109, filed on Sep. 10, 2012, the entire contents of which is ...

Child safety casement operator cover

A child safety device for a casement window includes a handle-driven gear reduction assembly having a sensor gear driven at a reduced speed relative to the handle, a sensor arm driven by the sensor gear of the gear reduction assembly and a slider movable between a stop position where rotation of the handle is prevented and a retracted position where rotation is allowed. A spring biases the slider towards the stop position. The slider is held in the retracted position by a catch and is released by the sensor arm to prevent further opening of the window when the sensor gear reaches a predetermined location. The safety device resets when the window is closed and can be overridden to allow full opening of the window by an adult. In the preferred design, the child safety device is a cover that can replace the cover of an existing casement window operator.

OPEN-CLOSE MEMBER CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING OPEN-CLOSE MEMBER

An open-close member control apparatus has a function to release a foreign matter pinched to an open-close member. The open-close member is either (i) driven only while a manipulation switch is manipulated or (ii) driven continuously once the manipulation switch is manipulated to a specified position regardless of whether the manipulation is then released. When trapping of a foreign matter is detected under an open movement of the open-close member to an open direction based on an open command signal from the manipulation switch, an electric power supply to a motor is restricted to stop a progress of the trapping. When receiving a close command signal from the manipulation switch after restricting the electric power supply, the electric power is supplied to the motor to drive the open-close member to a close direction under a restricted state of a predetermined operation. 1. An open-close member control apparatus including an open-close member and having a function to release a foreign matter pinched to the open-close member ,the open-close member control apparatus comprising:a driving motor which drives the open-close member to an open direction or a close direction;a control circuit which controls operation of the driving motor; 'the open-close member being either (i) driven only while the manipulation switch is manipulated or (ii) driven continuously once the manipulation switch is manipulated to a specified position regardless of whether the manipulation switch having been manipulated to the specified position is then released;', 'a manipulation switch which outputs an open command signal or a close command signal to the control circuit, the open command signal indicating driving of the open-close member to the open direction, the close command signal indicating driving of the open-close member to the close direction,'}an operating state detection section which outputs an operating state detection signal according to an operating state of the open-close member ...

Door suspension device and door apparatus comprising the same

A door suspension having a compact structure. First door rollers run in contact with a lower rail, and are rotatably supported to a first door roller supporting member that suspends a door. Second door rollers are rotatably supported to swing members swingably connected to the first door roller supporting member, and are provided so as to be capable of coming into contact with an upper rail. A drive connection portion holds the door and connects the door to an open-close drive mechanism. An elastic connection mechanism includes an elastic portion capable of changing the relative positions of the second door rollers and the drive connection portion, and connects the swing members to the drive connection portion. The second door rollers are installed between the first door rollers on the door leading end side and the door trailing end side.

FULL SIDE OPENABLE BOXCAR

A full side openable boxcar is provided according to the present application, which includes multiple doors movable in a direction of a body of the boxcar, and opening and closing devices each being configured to activate the opening and closing of the respective doors; in a closing state, the doors are arranged sequentially to form one side wall of the full side openable boxcar, and opening is required, the opening and closing devices activate the doors to translate in an inner-outer direction, to allow the doors to he staggered and moved in a longitudinal direction of the car body to open the corresponding position of the full side openable boxcar. The design of a door assembly is optimized so as to improve the simplicity and flexibility of door opening and closing, thereby ensuring the improvement in cargo loading and unloading efficiency. 1. A full side openable boxcar , comprising:a plurality of doors which are movable in a longitudinal direction of a car body of the boxcar, andopening and closing devices each being configured to activate opening and closing of the respective doors;wherein in a closing state, the doors are arranged sequentially to form a side wall of the full side openable boxcar; andin an opening state, the opening and closing devices activate the doors to translate in an inner-outer direction to allow the doors to be staggered and moved in the longitudinal direction of the car body, to open a corresponding position of the full side openable boxcar.2. The full side openable boxcar according to claim 1 , wherein each of the opening and closing devices comprises:an upper drive mechanism arranged at an upper side of the door to push an upper part of the door to translate in the inner-outer direction;a lower drive mechanism arranged below the door to push a lower part of the door to translate in the inner-outer direction; anda middle drive mechanism which has one end connected to the upper drive mechanism and another end connected to the lower ...

FLEX BUTTON SYSTEM

A flex button system is disclosed. The system may comprise a top panel. The top panel may comprise one or more cut-through openings and one or more flaps. At least one side of the flap may be edged by the cut-through opening. The flap may be configured to flex with respect to the top panel, in response to a press of the flap. At least one of the one or more cut-through openings may be configured to accommodate one or more fingers. 1. A flex button system , comprising:a top panel, wherein:the top panel comprises one or more cut-through openings and one or more flaps;at least one side of the flap is edged by the cut-through opening;the flap is configured to flex with respect to the top panel, in response to a press of the flap; andat least one of the one or more cut-through openings is configured to accommodate one or more fingers.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the flap has all but one side cut loose from the top panel.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the flap is configured to flex with respect to the one side.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cut-through openings comprise one or more main openings and one or more strip openings.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the main openings are connected with the strip openings.6. The system of claim 4 , wherein the flap has a substantially rectangular shape with three sides edged by the cut-through openings.7. The system of claim 4 , wherein the flap is edged by two strip openings on two sides and the cut-through opening on another side.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the flap comprise one or more grooves on a bottom surface of the flap.9. The system of claim 8 , wherein the one or more flaps include multiple flaps each including a groove claim 8 , and the grooves of at least two flaps have different widths.10. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a bottom panel disposed below the top panel.11. The system of claim 10 , wherein the bottom panel comprises one or more depressions on its top surface claim 10 , ...

AUTOMATED ENTRANCE

An automated entrance device includes a housing and a first and second panel operably coupled to the housing. The panels are positioned approximately at a 90° angle to each other. The first panel and the second panel rotate together from a first position to a second position to allow entrance to a user. After allowing a user to enter, the panels reset to the first position ready to selectively allow entrance to additional users. 1. An automated entrance device , comprising:a housing;a first panel operably coupled to the housing;a second panel operably coupled to the housing to form an approximately 90° angle between the first panel and the second panel, wherein the first panel and the second panel are selectively rotatable in a first direction together from a first position to a second position and return from the second position to the first position in a second direction; anda hinge operably coupled between the first panel and the second panel,wherein the first panel and the second panel are maintained in a fixed position having approximately 90 degrees between the first panel and the second panel until a condition is met, andwherein when the condition is met, the first panel pivots at the hinge to move in the second direction while the second panel remains fixed.2. The automated entrance device of claim 1 , wherein in the first position claim 1 , the first panel is positioned across an entrance opening claim 1 , and in the second position claim 1 , the second panel is positioned across the entrance opening.3. (canceled)4. The automated entrance device of claim 2 , wherein the condition comprises a sensor detecting a user near the first panel on a side opposite the second panel.5. The automated entrance device of claim 1 , wherein the first panel and the second panel rotate in a first direction to allow entrance to a user and rotate in a second direction claim 1 , opposite the first direction claim 1 , to return to the first position.6. The automated entrance ...

Method for activating a function of a vehicle

A method for activating a function of a vehicle from a portable access device borne by a user. The method includes measurement of the received signal strength of signals exchanged between the access device and transceiver modules installed in the vehicle, detection of human presence, determination of the position of the access device from the signal strength measurements, and activation of a function of the vehicle when human presence has been detected and the position of the authenticated access device is determined as being within a predetermined proximity zone around the vehicle.

Low Noise Polymer Composition

A tribologically modified polyoxymethylene polymer composition is disclosed. The polyoxymethylene polymer composition is comprised of a polyoxymethylene polymer, reinforcing fibers, and at least one tribological modifier. The tribological modifier, in one embodiment, can comprise a graft copolymer. The use of a graft copolymer has been found to unexpectedly and dramatically improve noise generation when tested against various substrates, especially glass substrates. 1. A polymer composition comprising:a polyoxymethylene polymer;reinforcing fibers present in the polymer composition in an amount from about 5% to about 55% by weight; anda tribological modifier comprising a graft copolymer of a polyolefin or polycarbonate and a branch polymer, the tribological modifier being present in the composition in an amount of 2% by weight or greater.2. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the graft copolymer is a copolymer of a polyolefin claim 1 , the polyolefin comprising polyethylene or polypropylene.3. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the branch polymer of the graft copolymer comprises a styrenic polymer.4. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the branch polymer of the graft copolymer comprises an acrylonitrile polymer.5. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the branch polymer of the graft copolymer comprises a styrene acrylonitrile polymer.6. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the branch polymer of the graft copolymer comprises a vinyl polymer or an ether polymer.7. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the tribological modifier is present in the composition in an amount from about 3% to about 7% by weight.8. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the graft copolymer is the only tribological modifier present in the polymer composition.9. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the polymer composition further contains ultra-high molecular ...

ACCESS SYSTEM FOR A TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED STORAGE DEVICE

An access system for a temperature-controlled storage device includes a perimeter frame and least one display case door mounted within the perimeter frame. The perimeter frame and the at least one display case door are configured to move substantially vertically along a surface of the temperature-controlled storage device between a raised position and a lowered position. The at least one display case door is further configured to move substantially horizontally between an open position and a closed position when the perimeter frame is in the lowered position. The access system further includes a torsion spring and motor assembly coupled to the perimeter frame and configured to move the perimeter frame and the at least one display case door between the raised position and the lowered position. 1. An access system for a temperature-controlled storage device , the access system comprising:a perimeter frame configured to move substantially vertically along a surface of the temperature-controlled storage device between a raised position and a lowered position;at least one display case door mounted within the perimeter frame and configured to move along with the perimeter frame between the raised position and the lowered position, wherein the at least one display case door is further configured to move substantially horizontally between an open position and a closed position when the perimeter frame is in the lowered position; anda torsion spring assembly coupled to the perimeter frame and configured to counteract a weight of the perimeter frame and the at least one display case door, wherein the torsion spring assembly is configured to store energy when the perimeter frame and the at least one display case door are moved into the lowered position and to release the stored energy when the perimeter frame and the at least one display case door are moved into the raised position.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a guide channel attached to the surface of the ...

STEALTH WINDOW

A window in an asset, having stealth plates mounted adjacent the window, in an active adaptive stealth system, the window including a pivotally mounted window pane, a motor drivingly coupled to the window pane causing the window pane to tilt relative to the asset, and a tilt control mechanism controlling the motor to change the tilt position of the window pane relative to the ground to approach a best match of IR image from the window pane with the stealth plates. 1. A window in an asset , having stealth plates mounted adjacent the window , in an active adaptive stealth system , the window comprising:a pivotally mounted window pane;a motor drivingly coupled to said window pane causing said window pane to tilt relative to the asset; anda tilt control mechanism controlling the motor to change the tilt position of the window pane relative to the ground to approach a best match of IR signature from the window pane with the stealth plates.2. The window according to claim 1 , further comprising:an enclosure;said window pane pivotally mounted in said enclosure; anda fixed window pane mounted in said enclosure inside said pivotally mounted window pane to prevent escape of radiation from inside the asset via the edges between the pivotally mounted window pane in a tilt position and the enclosure.3. The window according to claim 1 , further comprising:a motor control circuit coupled to said motor; anda CPU processor of the active adaptive stealth system controllingly coupled to said motor control circuit, said processor receiving data of IR signatures of the stealth plates adjacent the window and activating said motor to tilt said window according to said received data.4. The window according to claim 3 ,further comprising an angle sensor coupled to said CPU providing information of the asset angle to said CPU; andwherein said CPU actuates said motor to maintain a tilt position of the window pane at a fixed angle to the ground, regardless of the asset angle.5. The window ...

USER INTERFACE, VEHICLE HAVING THE USER INTERFACE, AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE

A vehicle includes an opening/closing device including one of a movable glass panel and a window; a display including a partial region in which a symbol image representing the movable glass panel or the window is displayed and a background region excluding the partial region; an input configured to receive a touch input; and a controller configured to recognize a location of a touch point on the input, recognize a movement time, a movement direction, and a movement distance, recognize the movable glass panel's or the window's closing degree information based on the recognized movement distance and the movement direction, change the display information of a background area on the display based on the recognized movable glass panel or the window closing degree information, and transmit the recognized movable glass panel or the window closing degree information to the opening/closing device; and a driver configured to open or close the opening/closing device based on a control command from the controller. 1. A user interface , comprising:a communicator configured to perform communication with a movable glass panel;a display including a partial region in which a movable glass panel symbol image is displayed and a background region excluding the partial region;an input configured to receive a touch input; and recognize a location of a touch point touched on the input,', 'recognize a movement time, a movement direction, and a movement distance corresponding to the location change of the recognized touch point,', "recognize the movable glass panel's closing degree information based on the recognized movement distance and the movement direction when the recognized movement time is more than a reference time,", 'change the display information of a background area displayed on the display based on the recognized movable glass panel closing degree information, and', 'control the communicator to transmit the recognized movable glass panel closing degree information to the ...

SYSTEM, APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR OPENING OR CLOSING A WINDOW

A system can be configured to move at least a portion of a window be positioned within a casing in an opening of a wall. The system can include at least one cylinder having a piston. The cylinder can be at least partially concealed within at least one of the wall proximate the window and the casing of the window. At least one valve can be operatively connected to the piston. At least one power supply can be operatively connected to the at least one valve. The power supply can be spaced-apart from the window to reduce or eliminate noise produced by the power supply in a vicinity of the window. At least one controller can be operatively connected to the at least one valve. 1. A system configured to move at least a portion of a window , the window being positioned within a casing mounted in an opening of a wall , the system comprising:two spaced-apart actuators, each actuator including a cylinder having a piston, the piston being movable with respect to the cylinder, the cylinder being at least partially concealed within at least one of the casing and the wall proximate the window, each cylinder having a longitudinal axis extending parallel to sidewalls of the window;at least one solenoid valve operatively connected to each actuator;at least one power supply operatively connected to the at least one solenoid valve, the power supply being spaced-apart from the window to eliminate or at least reduce noise produced by the power supply in a vicinity of the window;at least one controller operatively connected to the at least one solenoid valve, the controller being configured to control operation of at least the valve to thereby control operation of the actuator to move at least a portion of the window; andat least one safety limit switch and at least one photoelectric sensor, the safety limit switch and the photoelectric sensor being configured to detect obstructions within a zone inside the window.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein each piston is one of a pneumatic piston ...

WINDOW REGULATOR MODULE HAVING CARRIER PLATE FORCING ARCUATE RAILS TO ACQUIRE HELICAL TWIST

In an aspect, a window regulator module kit is provided, comprising a guide rail having substantially no helical twist, a carrier plate having a selected mounting arrangement configured to bring the guide rail to a selected helically twisted position when the guide rail is mounted to the carrier plate, a lifter mountable to the guide rail, wherein the lifter is configured to hold a window glass, and a cable drive assembly connectable to the lifter so as to slide the lifter along the arcuate rail. 1. A method of manufacturing a window regulator module for moving a window glass between open and closed positions in a vehicle door , comprising:a) providing a guide rail having substantially no helical twist;b) providing a carrier plate;c) mounting the guide rail to the carrier plate, wherein the carrier plate holds the guide rail in a selected helically twisted position;d) mounting a lifter to the guide rail, wherein the lifter is configured to hold the window glass; ande) connecting a cable drive assembly to the lifter to permit driving of the lifter along the guide rail.2. A method as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:f) determining the selected helically twisted position for the guide rail;g) determining a target position for the carrier plate for holding the guide rail in the selected helically twisted position;h) determining an at least approximate amount of deflection that the carrier plate undergoes when holding the guide rail in the selected helically twisted position and resisting restoring forces in the guide rail;i) determining a rest position for the carrier plate, from which the carrier plate is deflected by the guide rail to at least approximately reach the target position, based on the at least approximate amount of deflection determined in step h),wherein the carrier plate provided in step b) has the rest position determined in step i).3. A method as claimed in claim 2 , further comprising:j) providing a virtual model of the guide rail in a rest ...

DOOR POP-UP SYSTEM

A door pop-up system includes a check link, which is rotatably coupled to a body of a vehicle, and a pressure member, which is rotatably arranged inside a door. The check link has a tip portion to enter the inside of the door. The pressure member presses a tip of the check link in a movement direction of the check link in which the check link moves as the door in a closed position is actuated to be opened. The door in a closed position is actuated to be opened by rotation of the pressure member and pressing of the tip of the check link with the pressure member. The pressure member has a pressure surface at which the tip of the check link is pressed. The pressure surface has a restriction surface to restrict displacement of the check link in a height direction. 1: A door pop-up system comprising:a link member configured to be rotatably coupled to a body of a vehicle, the link member having a tip portion to enter the inside of a door, which is rotatably coupled to the body; anda pressure member rotatably arranged inside the door, wherein the pressure member presses a tip of the link member in a movement direction of the link member in which the link member moves as the door in a closed position is actuated to be opened, whereinthe door in a closed position is actuated to be opened by rotation of the pressure member and pressing of the tip of the link member with the pressure member,the pressure member has a pressure surface at which the tip of the link member is pressed, andthe pressure surface has a restriction surface to restrict displacement of the link member in a direction different from the movement direction of the link member.2: The door pop-up system according to claim 1 , wherein the restriction surface is formed using a resin material.3: The door pop-up system according to claim 1 , wherein the restriction surface is curved in a manner such that the restriction surface surrounds the tip of the link member. The invention relates to a door pop-up system to ...

CONTROL DEVICE AT OPENING/CLOSING SECTION OF VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING OPENING/CLOSING SECTION OF VEHICLE

The present invention provides a control device at an opening/closing section of a vehicle and a method for controlling the opening/closing section of the vehicle for controlling a motor so that pinch at the opening/closing section is determined accurately while its constitution is very simple. 1. A control device at an opening/closing section of a vehicle including a pinch determination device that is mounted to a motor for opening/closing an opening/closing section of a vehicle and determines pinch of a foreign matter based on a change in the rotation number of the motor , and demagnetization pulse applying means for supplying power with reverse polarity to motor in a pulse-like manner at completion of the opening/closing.2. The control device at an opening/closing section according to claim 1 , wherein a reverse rotation section for reversely driving the opening/closing section when the pinch determination device determines that a foreign matter is pinched is provided claim 1 , and the demagnetization pulse applying means supplies power to the motor through the reverse rotation section.3. The control device at an opening/closing section according to claim 2 , wherein a first timer for counting a first predetermined time from a time at which the pinch determination device determines that a foreign matter is pinched claim 2 , and a second timer for counting a second predetermined time from a time at which the power supply to the motor is completed are provided and the reverse rotation section supplies power to the motor while the first timer or the second timer counts a time.4. The control device at an opening/closing section according to claim 3 , wherein the second predetermined time is set to a time at which the opening/closing section does not move even if power is supplied form the reverse rotation section to the motor.5. A control device at an opening/closing section of a vehicle including a pinch determination device that is mounted to a motor for opening/ ...

System And Method For Detecting Unlatched Condition Of Closure

An automotive vehicle includes a closure arranged relative a closure frame to selectively cover an opening to the vehicle. The vehicle also includes an actuator configured to move the closure among a plurality of positions including open and closed positions, and a first sensor configured to detect motion of the closure among the plurality of positions. The vehicle additionally includes a latch assembly with an engaged state to retain the closure in the closed position and a disengaged state to permit the closure to move among the plurality of positions. A second sensor is configured to detect the engaged or disengaged state of the latch assembly. The vehicle further includes a controller which is configured to, in response to the first sensor detecting motion of the closure among the plurality of positions and the second sensor detecting the latch assembly in the engaged state, provide a diagnostic signal. 1. An automotive vehicle comprising:a closure frame defining an opening to the vehicle;a closure arranged relative the closure frame to selectively cover the opening, the closure having a plurality of positions including a closed position and an open position;an actuator configured to move the closure among the plurality of positions;a first sensor configured to detect motion of the closure among the plurality of positions;a latch assembly including a first component associated with the closure and a second component associated with the closure frame, the first component and second component being couplable in an engaged state to retain the closure in the closed position and decouplable in a disengaged state to permit the closure to move among the plurality of positions;a second sensor configured to detect the engaged or disengaged state of the latch assembly; andat least one controller configured to, in response to the first sensor detecting motion of the closure among the plurality of positions and the second sensor detecting the latch assembly in the engaged ...

CAB FOR WORK MACHINE AND WORK MACHINE

Provided are a cab for a work machine and a work machine capable of preventing a door from opening against an operator's intention. The cab includes a cab body, a door, and a gas spring. The cab body is formed with a doorway. The door is rotatably supported on the cab body. The door opens and closes the doorway. The gas spring biases the door in the closing direction. 1: A cab for a work machine , the cab comprising:a cab body which is formed with a doorway;a door which is rotatably supported on the cab body so as to open and close the doorway; anda biasing member which biases the door in a closing direction.2: The cab for a work machine according to claim 1 , further comprising an actuator that generates a driving force to move the closed door in an opening direction.3: The cab for a work machine according to claim 2 , whereinthe biasing member biases the door in the closing direction when a rotation angle of the door relative to the cab body is in a first angle range which includes a fully closed state, and biases the door in the opening direction when the rotation angle is in a second angle range which includes a fully open state and is larger than the first angle range.4: The work machine cab according to claim 3 , whereinthe actuator further generates a driving force to move the opened door in the closing direction.5: The cab for a work machine according to claim 4 , further comprising a power transmission device that transmits the driving force generated by the actuator to the door claim 4 ,the power transmission device includes a play member, andthe play member provides a play that prevents the driving force generated by the actuator from being transmitted to the door.6: The cab for a work machine according to claim 5 , whereinwhile the door is being moved in the closing direction, the play member transmits the driving force generated by the actuator to the door if the rotation angle is in the second angle range, and prevents the drive force generated by the ...

DOOR CLOSURE AND LATCHING CONFIRMATION SYSTEM

A vehicle latch confirmation system includes a door that is rotatably coupled to a vehicle body and a power assist device that is coupled between the door and the vehicle body for moving the door between open and closed positions at a hinge axis of the door. A latch mechanism includes a rotating catch configured to latch to a latch striker. A controller is coupled to the latch mechanism and is configured to receive a latch signal from the latch mechanism when the latch striker is latched in the catch. A sound source is operably coupled to the controller and configured to sound an acoustic signal in response to the latch signal being received by the controller. 1. A vehicle latch confirmation system , comprising:a door rotatably coupled to a vehicle body;a power assist device coupled between the door and the vehicle body and configured to move the door between open and closed positions;a latch mechanism having a rotating catch;a latch striker configured to engage the catch;a controller coupled to the latch mechanism and configured to receive a latch signal from the latch mechanism when the latch striker is latched in the catch; anda sound source coupled to the controller and configured to sound an acoustic signal in response to the latch signal being received by the controller.2. The vehicle latch confirmation system of claim 1 , wherein the latch striker is disposed on the vehicle body and the latch mechanism is disposed on the door.3. The vehicle latch confirmation system of claim 1 , wherein the latch mechanism is disposed on the vehicle body and the latch striker is disposed on the door.4. The vehicle latch confirmation system of claim 1 , wherein the power assist device is operably coupled to a hinge assembly disposed between the door and the vehicle body.5. The vehicle latch confirmation system of claim 1 , wherein the sound source includes one of an exterior speaker claim 1 , an interior speaker claim 1 , and a combination thereof.6. The vehicle latch ...

AUTOMOTIVE DOOR POWER ASSIST

An automated door system includes a door pivotally coupled to a vehicle body at a hinge axis defined by at least one hinge assembly. A power assist device is coupled to the hinge assembly and further coupled to the door. The power assist device is configured to slow movement of the door along a door swing path from an initial velocity to a slow close velocity when the initial velocity exceeds a predetermined threshold velocity, thereby providing a slow and controlled close when a user attempts to slam the door. The power assist device is further configured to power opening and closing movement of the door as initiated by a user. 1. An automated door system , comprising:a door pivotally coupled to a vehicle body by at least one hinge assembly, the hinge assembly including a moveable hinge portion coupled to the door and a fixed hinge portion coupled to the vehicle body at a hinge pillar;a bracket coupled to the fixed hinge portion at a first end and further coupled to the door at a second end;a power assist device coupled to the bracket at the first end of the bracket and further coupled to the fixed hinge portion of the hinge assembly through a drive shaft extending outwardly from the power assist device; anda motor disposed within the power assist device and configured to drive the drive shaft for providing opening and closing movement of the door from a hinge axis of the hinge assembly.2. The automated door system of claim 1 , wherein the fixed portion of the hinge assembly include upper and lower mounting portions spaced apart from one another with the upper mounting portion coupled to the moveable hinge portion via a hinge pin and the lower mounting portion coupled to the drive shaft of the power assist device.3. The automated door system of claim 1 , wherein the motor includes one of an electric motor claim 1 , a power winch claim 1 , an actuator claim 1 , a servo motor claim 1 , an electric solenoid claim 1 , a pneumatic cylinder claim 1 , and a hydraulic ...

PLATFORM DOOR SYSTEM, METHOD FOR OPERATING A PLATFORM DOOR SYSTEM AND DOOR FRAME FOR A PLATFORM DOOR SYSTEM

The invention relates to a platform door system comprising cover elements and sliding doors arranged along a platform for opening and closing passages between the cover elements, wherein the sliding doors when in a closed state are displaceable into different door positions along the platform, starting from which door positions they can then be opened and closed. 1. A platform door system , comprisingcover elements arranged along a platform andsliding doors arranged along said platform, each sliding door having at least one sliding door panel which is operable to selectively alternatively allow and block access to passages between said cover elements,wherein the cover elements cover gaps between adjacent sliding doors, andwherein the sliding doors in the a closed state are movable along the platform independently of the cover elements to different door positions, starting from which the sliding doors can be selectively alternatively opened and closed.2. The platform door system according to claim 1 , wherein at least certain cover elements are constructed as fixed position wall elements.3. The platform door system according to claim 1 , wherein the cover elements claim 1 , when viewed from the platform claim 1 , are arranged in front of a plane in which the movable sliding doors can be moved in the closed state.4. The platform door system according to claim 1 , wherein at least some of the sliding door panels have assigned at least a respective one movable wall element claim 1 , which wall element is movable to a new door position along the platform together with the respective sliding door panel in the closed state.5. The platform door system according to claim 4 , wherein each sliding door panel to which a movable wall element is assigned is arranged such that upon opening the sliding door panel moves along the side of the movable wall element farthest from the platform.6. The platform door system according to claim 4 , wherein each movable wall element assigned ...

MINE VENTILATION DOOR WITH WINGS AND SLIDABLE OR POCKET PERSONNEL DOOR

A personnel access door assembly of an opposing wing of a mine ventilation door. The personnel access door includes a frame including a top portion, a bottom portion, a first post portion and a second post portion, the top frame portion and the bottom frame portion coupled to respective top and bottom ends of the first post and second post portions. The personnel access door further includes sets of trolley wheels affixed to the top or bottom of the frame to engage a top rail or bottom rail affixed on the opposing wing. 1. A personnel access door assembly of at least one opposing wing of an associated mine ventilation door , comprising: a frame including a top portion, a bottom portion, a first post portion and a second post portion, the top frame portion and the bottom frame portion coupled to respective top and bottom ends of the first post and second post portions, and', 'at least one set of casters or rollers affixed to at least one of the bottom portion or the top portion of the frame;, 'a personnel access door includinga top rail affixed to the at least one opposing wing, the top rail parallel to a top and bottom of the at least one opposing wing, the top rail configured to slideably engage the at least one set of casters or rollers; anda bottom rail affixed parallel to the bottom of the at least one opposing wing, the bottom rail and the top rail configured to slideably engage the at least one set of casters or rollers.2. The personnel access door assembly of claim 1 , wherein the personnel access door further comprises a set of parallel crossbeams coupled to the first and second posts of the frame claim 1 , the crossbeams positioned equidistant from each other and the top and bottom frame portions.3. The personnel access door assembly of claim 2 , wherein the personnel access door further comprises a skin covering the frame portions.4. The personnel access door assembly of claim 3 , wherein the skin comprises a suitable gauge metal.5. The personnel access ...

Movable telescopic shielding device

The instant disclosure illustrates a movable telescopic shielding device arranged on a wall of a building, including a fixed shielding unit, a movable shielding unit, two moving units, and a driving unit. The fixed shielding unit is positioned on the wall of the building. The fixed shielding unit includes a fixed shielding member and two bearing members positioned on the two opposite lateral ends of the fixed shielding member. The movable shielding unit includes a movable shielding member under the fixed shielding unit and two supporting members between the fixed shielding unit and the movable shielding unit. The two moving units connect the fixed shielding unit with the movable shielding unit, and the two moving units interconnect with the two bearing members respectively, and connect to the two supporting member respectively. The driving unit drives the movable shielding unit move back and forth.

PROTECTOR WITH SENSOR

A protector with a sensor is installed on a sliding door for detecting an alien substance by touch between two core wires in a hollow part. In a terminal part of the protector with the sensor, the core wires drawn out are connected with a resistor or leads joined with a control unit. A primary seal is formed by injection molding for coating wire connection parts and another end side of an insert and a secondary seal is formed by the injection molding for coating a part formed with the primary seal for forming an external shape of a product. 1. A protector with a sensor comprising: an installation base member operatively coupled on a peripheral edge of an opening or closing object for opening or closing an opening of an automobile body , the opening or closing object including a door or a sun roof of an automobile , or on a peripheral edge of said opening; and a hollow part unified with the installation base member , the hollow part having two core wires and a space provided therein , the space being positioned between the two core wires; said installation base member and said hollow part forming an extrusion molded part made of a rubber like elastic body which is extrusion molded , in which:when an alien substance, caught between said opening or closing object and said opening, presses and deforms said hollow part while closing said opening or closing object, a corresponding change in electric signal detects said alien substance; andin a terminal part of said extrusion molded part, said core wires drawn out in a longitudinal direction are connected with leads, said leads being joined with a control unit or an electrical component, and one end side of an insert made of a non-conductive material is inserted in and fills up said space, and said terminal part of said extrusion molded part is die molded, wherein:the terminal part of said extrusion molded part has a primary sealing layer and a secondary sealing layer formed thereon by injection molding respectively, said ...

HIGH SPEED BIMINI TOP CANVAS

A bimini top includes a framework and a canopy secured to the framework. The canopy is formed of a mesh material. The mesh material allows air to flow through the canopy to limit the stresses to the connected structure at high speed. The bimini top may secure a removable and reversible secondary canopy or cover that can provide rain and sun protection under the mesh canopy or may extend forward of the bimini frame when not subjected to high speeds. 1. A bimini top comprising:a framework; anda canopy secured to the framework, the canopy being formed of a mesh material.2. A bimini top according to claim 1 , wherein the framework is displaceable between a deployed position and a retracted position by a motor.3. A bimini top according to claim 1 , wherein the framework is manually displaceable between a deployed position and a retracted position.4. A bimini top according to claim 1 , further comprising a secondary cover attached to the framework claim 1 , wherein the secondary cover is attachable to the framework in a folded configuration.5. A bimini top according to claim 1 , wherein the mesh material comprises one of a nylon mesh material and a polyester mesh material.6. A bimini top according to claim 1 , wherein the mesh material is selected based on minimum durability and permeability.7. A bimini top according to claim 1 , further comprising a pair of stanchions claim 1 , and a secondary cover attachable between the framework and the pair of stanchions.8. A bimini top according to claim 7 , wherein the secondary cover is displaceable between a canopy extension position and a bimini rain cover position underneath the canopy.9. A bimini top for a marine vessel configured for high speed operation in a deployed position claim 7 , the bimini top comprising:a framework displaceable between the deployed position and a retracted position, the framework including at least one bimini arm extending up and over a passenger cabin; anda canopy secured to the framework via the at ...

SLIDING DOOR ASSEMBLY AND GROUND BASE STATION USING THE SAME

A sliding door assembly includes a landing platform located in a first plane, a sliding door mating with the landing platform and located in a second plane approximately parallel to the first plane, and a driving assembly configured to drive the sliding door to move translationally in the second plane to open or close the sliding door. 1. A sliding door assembly comprising:a landing platform located in a first plane;a sliding door mating with the landing platform and located in a second plane approximately parallel to the first plane; anda driving assembly configured to drive the sliding door to move translationally in the second plane to open or close the sliding door.2. The sliding door assembly according to claim 1 , wherein:the driving assembly comprises a power source, a gear, and a rack, the power source is connected with the gear, and the gear meshes with the rack, andthe power source and the gear are provided on one of the landing platform and the sliding door, and the rack is provided on another one of the landing platform and the sliding door.3. The sliding door assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the power source is installed on the landing platform claim 2 , and the rack is installed on one side of the sliding door.4. The sliding door assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising:a sliding assembly configured to assist the sliding door to undergo a translational motion.5. The sliding door assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the sliding assembly comprises a plurality of bearings installed at a side portion of the sliding door.6. The sliding door assembly according to claim 5 , wherein the landing platform of includes a sliding slot to receive the bearings and to limit and guide sliding of the bearings in the sliding slot.7. A sliding door assembly comprising:a landing platform;a sliding door mating with the landing platform; anda driving assembly configured to drive the sliding door to move, the driving assembly comprises a power source, a ...

DEVICE FOR MOVING A MOVABLE FURNITURE PART IN AN OPENING DIRECTION IN RELATION TO A BASIC FURNITURE STRUCTURE OF AN ITEM OF FURNITURE

A device for moving a movable furniture part, the device including a force accumulator such that by way of the device which is fitted to an item of furniture the movable furniture part in the case of an opening procedure by action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in the opening direction, wherein in the case of a movement of the movable furniture part in the closing direction, a charging procedure of the force accumulator is performed, wherein a front gap between the movable furniture part and the basic furniture structure is configured on the item of furniture in a closed state of the movable furniture part, wherein the front gap is adjustable by way of an adjustment assembly. 1. A device for moving a movable furniture part in an opening direction in relation to a basic furniture structure of an item of furniture , wherein the movable furniture part by way of guide means is capable of being put in the opening direction and into a closing direction that is counter to the opening direction , wherein the device has a force accumulator such that by way of the device which is fitted to the item of furniture the movable furniture part in the case of an opening procedure by action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in the opening direction , wherein in the case of a movement of the movable furniture part in the closing direction , a charging procedure of the force accumulator is performed , wherein a front gap between the movable furniture part and the basic furniture structure is configured on the item of furniture in a closed state of the movable furniture part , wherein the front gap is adjustable by way of an adjustment assembly , wherein the movable furniture part is capable of being put in motion from the closed state in the closing direction , wherein the movement length of the movable furniture part in the closing direction is designed in such a manner that the charged force accumulator is unlocked , and wherein the adjustment ...

DEVICE FOR MOVING A MOVABLE FURNITURE PART IN AN OPENING DIRECTION IN RELATION TO A BASIC FURNITURE STRUCTURE OF AN ITEM OF FURNITURE

A device for moving a movable furniture part, the device including a force accumulator, such that the movable furniture part in the case of an opening procedure under the action of the force accumulator is moved in the opening direction, wherein in the case of movement of the movable furniture part in the closing direction a charging procedure of the force accumulator is performed by a transmission of force from the ejector by a coupling installation to the force accumulator. The coupling installation comprises a guide lever, a connection element, and a tension lever, in that the connection element and the tension lever are disposed on the guide lever in such a manner that in the case of the charging procedure of the force accumulator a geared up transmission of the force of the ejector is performed by way of the coupling installation to the force accumulator. 1. A device for moving a movable furniture part in an opening direction in relation to a basic furniture structure of an item of furniture , wherein the movable furniture part by way of guide means is capable of being put in the opening direction and in a closing direction that is counter to the opening direction , wherein the device has a force accumulator such that by way of the device which is fitted to the item of furniture the movable furniture part in the case of an opening procedure under the action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in the opening direction , wherein in the case of a movement of the movable furniture part in the closing direction a charging procedure of the force accumulator is performed , wherein the charging procedure is performed by a transmission of force from the ejector by way of a coupling installation to the force accumulator , and wherein the coupling installation comprises a guide lever , a connection element , and a tension lever , in that the connection element and the tension lever are disposed on the guide lever in such a manner that in the case of the ...

DEVICE FOR MOVING A MOVABLE FURNITURE PART IN AN OPENING DIRECTION IN RELATION TO A BASIC FURNITURE STRUCTURE OF AN ITEM OF FURNITURE

A device for moving a movable furniture part, the device including a force accumulator such that when the device is fitted to an item of furniture, the movable furniture part in the case of an opening procedure by action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in an opening position by way of an ejector. A coupling installation is included, which in the case of a charging procedure of the force accumulator is effective between the ejector and the force accumulator. The ejector is designed in such a manner that the latter in the region of the end of the path thereof in the case of the opening procedure couples to the coupling installation. For a following closing procedure of the movable furniture part and a charging procedure of the force accumulator associated therewith, the coupling between the ejector and the force accumulator is in a clearance-free manner. 1. A device for moving a movable furniture part in an opening direction in relation to a basic furniture structure of an item of furniture , wherein the movable furniture part by way of guide means is capable of being put in the opening direction and into a closing direction that is counter to the opening direction , wherein the device has a force accumulator such that by way of the device which is fitted to the item of furniture the movable furniture part in the case of an opening procedure by action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in an opening position by way of an ejector , wherein a coupling installation which in the case of a charging procedure of the force accumulator is effective between the ejector and the force accumulator is provided , wherein the ejector is designed in such a manner that the latter in the region of the end of the path thereof in the case of the opening procedure couples to the coupling installation , and that for a following closing procedure of the movable furniture part , and a charging procedure of the force accumulator associated therewith , the ...

DEVICE FOR MOVING A MOVABLE FURNITURE PART IN AN OPENING DIRECTION IN RELATION TO A BASIC FURNITURE STRUCTURE OF AN ITEM OF FURNITURE

A device for moving a movable furniture part, the device including a force accumulator such that by way of the device which is fitted to an item of furniture the movable furniture part in the case of an opening procedure under the action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in the opening direction, wherein in the case of a movement of the movable furniture part in the closing direction a charging procedure of the force accumulator is performed, and wherein the force accumulator by way of a coupling installation couples to an ejector so as to eject the movable furniture part. The coupling installation includes a lever assembly designed in such a manner that a force for the charging procedure of the force accumulator, which is introduced at the ejector, by means of the lever assembly is transmitted in a geared manner to the force accumulator. 1. A device for moving a movable furniture part in an opening direction in relation to a basic furniture structure of an item of furniture , wherein the movable furniture part by way of guide means is capable of being put in the opening direction and in a closing direction that is counter to the opening direction , wherein the device has a force accumulator such that by way of the device which is fitted to the item of furniture the movable furniture part in the case of an opening procedure under the action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in the opening direction , wherein in the case of a movement of the movable furniture part in the closing direction a charging procedure of the force accumulator is performed , wherein the force accumulator by way of a coupling installation couples to an ejector so as to eject the movable furniture part , wherein the coupling installation comprises a lever assembly , and wherein the lever assembly is designed in such a manner that a force for the charging procedure of the force accumulator , which is introduced at the ejector , by means of the lever assembly is ...

DEVICE FOR MOVING A MOVABLE FURNITURE PART, AND ITEM OF FURNITURE

A device for moving a movable furniture part, including a force accumulator such that by way of the fitted device the furniture part under action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in the opening direction of the furniture part, wherein in a tensioned position of the force accumulator the force accumulator is charged for the opening movement of the furniture part. The device has a locking assembly having a displaceable locking member for locking the tensioned position of the force accumulator, wherein the locking member in the tensioned position assumes a locking position which is unlockable. The locking member in the case of an unlocking procedure is movable from the locking position in a releasing direction, wherein a transmission installation by way of which a movement of the locking member is transmittable to a functional unit which is spaced apart from the locking member is provided. 1. A device for moving a movable furniture part in an opening direction of the furniture part in relation to a basic furniture structure of an item of furniture , wherein the movable furniture part by way of guide means is capable of being put in the opening direction and in a closing direction which is counter to the opening direction , wherein the device comprises a force accumulator such that by way of the fitted device the movable furniture part under action of the force accumulator is capable of being put in the opening direction of the movable furniture part , wherein in a tensioned position of the force accumulator the force accumulator is charged for the opening movement of the furniture part , and wherein the device has a locking assembly having a displaceable locking member for locking the tensioned position of the force accumulator , wherein the locking member in the tensioned position assumes a locking position which is unlockable , wherein the locking member in the case of an unlocking procedure is movable from the locking position in a releasing ...

OPENING AND CLOSING APPARATUS WITH LOCK

An opening and closing apparatus with a lock that is provided is capable of safely and promptly closing a sliding door, and also easily performing unlocking with a simple configuration. In an opening and closing apparatus with a lock for opening and closing sliding doors that are provided with elastic members at their door leading ends, output of an electric motor is transmitted to a rack-and-pinion mechanism or a lock mechanism. A control unit controls the electric motor such that a closing operation is performed, the closing operation operates the rack-and-pinion mechanism so as to move the sliding doors to a fully closed position and then displacing a link mechanism in a lock mechanism from an unlocking position to a locking position. Furthermore, the control unit controls the electric motor so as to reduce the output of the electric motor at a predetermined intermediate time point during the closing operation. 1. An opening and closing apparatus with a lock for opening and closing a sliding door that is installed at an entrance of a vehicle and is provided with an elastic member at its door leading end , the opening and closing apparatus with a lock comprising:an actuator;a moving mechanism for moving the sliding door in a predetermined opening direction and closing direction, using output of the actuator;a lock mechanism that operates using output of the actuator and is capable of restricting movement of the sliding door in the opening direction when the sliding door is at a fully closed position; anda control unit for controlling the actuator,wherein the lock mechanism includes an engaging member capable of engaging with a lock member capable of integrally moving with the sliding door, so as to restrict movement of the lock member in the opening direction, and a restricting member capable of being displaced between a locking position for restricting displacement of the engaging member when engaging with the lock member and an unlocking position for allowing ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A COUNTDOWN NOTIFICATION RELATING TO A MOVEMENT OF A BARRIER

A system and method for providing a countdown notification relating to a movement of a barrier that include measuring a duration of the movement of the barrier. The system and method also include determining a current state of the barrier and sending at least one barrier control signal to remotely control movement of the barrier. The system and method further include presenting the countdown notification relating to the movement of the barrier. 1. A computer-implemented method for providing a countdown notification relating to a movement of a barrier , comprising:measuring a duration of the movement of the barrier;determining a current state of the barrier, wherein the current state of the barrier includes at least one of: an opened state and a closed state;sending at least one barrier control signal to remotely control movement of the barrier, wherein the at least one barrier control signal is based on the current state of the barrier; andpresenting the countdown notification within a vehicle relating to the movement of the barrier, wherein the countdown notification is presented at a point in time that is based on an evaluation of vehicle dynamics information of the vehicle that is arriving towards the barrier or departing away from the barrier, wherein the countdown notification includes a running countdown of the duration of the movement of the barrier that indicates a remaining time to traverse the barrier from at least one of: the closed state to the opened state, or the opened state to the closed state.2. The computer-implemented method of claim 1 , further including determining an inner geo-fence zone that is within a predetermined vicinity of the barrier and at least one outer geo-fence zone that is within a predetermined vicinity of the barrier claim 1 , wherein determining the inner geo-fence zone and the at least one outer geo-fence zone includes determining and storing a plurality of global positioning coordinates associated with a first predetermined ...

AUTOMATIC DOOR SENSOR DEVICE

There is provided an automatic door sensor device () capable of preventing a door () which is transitioning from an open position to a closed position from being erroneously detected as an object by temporarily changing a detection area (A, C, C). The automatic door sensor device () includes a doorway area sensor () that detects the presence of an object in a doorway area (B) which includes at least a portion of an area defined by the path of a door (), detectors () that detect the presence and/or the movement of an object in changeable detection areas (A, C, C), and a detection area changer () that changes the detection areas (A, C, C) when it is determined, by using the doorway area sensor (), that the door () is transitioning from an open position to a closed position. 1. An automatic door sensor device that is supported by a support member and detects an object to control opening and closing of a door , the device comprising:a doorway area sensor to detect presence of an object in a doorway area which includes at least a portion of an area defined by the path of the door;a detector to detect presence and/or movement of an object in a changeable detection area; anda detection area changer to change the detection area when it is determined, by using the doorway area sensor, that the door is transitioning from an open position to a closed position.2. The automatic door sensor device as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the detector includes a moving object sensor that detects movement of an object in a moving object detection area, andwherein the detection area changer includes a moving object detection area changer that changes the moving object detection area from a first moving object detection area to a second moving object detection area that is different from the first moving object detection area when it is determined that the door is transitioning from the open position to the closed position, the first moving object detection area being allowed to be defined so ...

DOOR ACTUATING APPARATUS

A door actuating apparatus includes an engagement mechanism configured to retain a door at a full close position, an operating portion configured to output a signal to open the door, a control unit actuating an actuator by receiving the signal, an engagement member advancing and retracting relative to the door in accordance with rotation of the door, and a door opening mechanism operating by actuation of the actuator, positioning the door at a full close position to a predetermined rotational position by rotating the door in a vehicle exterior direction by biasing the engagement member by engaging with the engagement member when the door is released from an engaged state by the door opening mechanism engaging with the engagement mechanism, and releasing engagement with the engagement member when an external force rotating the door in the vehicle exterior direction is exerted on the door at the predetermined rotational position. 1. A door actuating apparatus comprising:an engagement mechanism selectively achieving an engaged state and a disengaged state, the engagement mechanism configured to achieve the engaged state where a door that is rotatably supported by a vehicle body is retained at a full close position, the engagement mechanism configured to achieve the disengaged state where the door is not retained at the full close position;an operating portion configured to be operated for rotating the door that is at the full close position outward relative to a vehicle interior, the operating portion outputting a signal for rotating the door;a control unit receiving the signal from the operating portion, the control unit actuating an actuator in response to the signal;an engagement member configured to be retained by the vehicle body and configured to engage with the door, the engagement member advancing and retracting relative to the door in accordance with rotation of the door; anda door opening mechanism operating by actuation of the actuator,the door opening ...

AUTOMOTIVE DOOR POWER ASSIST

An automated door system includes a door pivotally coupled to a vehicle body at a hinge axis defined by at least one hinge assembly. A power assist device is coupled to the hinge assembly and further coupled to the door. The power assist device is configured to slow movement of the door along a door swing path from an initial velocity to a slow close velocity when the initial velocity exceeds a predetermined threshold velocity, thereby providing a slow and controlled close when a user attempts to slam the door. The power assist device is further configured to power opening and closing movement of the door as initiated by a user. 1. An automated door system , comprising:a door pivotally coupled to a vehicle body by at least one hinge assembly, the hinge assembly including a fixed hinge portion; anda power assist device coupled to the door and having a driveshaft and a motor, wherein the driveshaft is coupled to the fixed hinge portion, and wherein the motor drives the driveshaft to provide pivotal movement of the door along a hinge axis of the hinge assembly.2. The automated door system of claim 1 , wherein the fixed hinge portion of the hinge assembly includes upper and lower mounting portions spaced-apart from one another claim 1 , and further wherein the driveshaft is coupled to the lower mounting portion of the fixed hinge portion.3. The automated door system of claim 2 , including:a movable hinge portion of the hinge assembly coupled to the door, wherein the movable hinge portion of the hinge assembly is further coupled to the upper mounting portion of the fixed hinge portion by a hinge pin.4. The automated door system of claim 3 , wherein the door includes an inner panel having a first sidewall with first and second sides claim 3 , and further wherein the movable hinge portion of the hinge assembly is coupled to the first side of the first sidewall.5. The automated door system of claim 4 , including:a bracket having a first end coupled to the driveshaft and a ...

Cabinet for Dispensing Items

A cabinet that can control the distribution of products that can optionally include medications. The cabinet can have a user interface that receives information about a user and the user's identity can then be authenticated. The cabinet can accept a user's request to dispense a product and, if the user is approved, the cabinet can dispense a quantity of product to the approved user. 1. A method of regulating , controlling and distributing products inside of a store comprising:providing a kiosk having a user interface for receiving identification information from a user;prompting the user to request access to a prescribed regulated product;the kiosk directing communications between a user and a healthcare professional authorized to write prescriptions;delivering a quantity of the regulated product to the user; andconfiguring the kiosk to also function as a self-checkout register for non-regulated store products.2. The method of further comprising providing an electronic application for requesting permission from the healthcare professional for access to the regulated product.3. The method of wherein the communications are performed via a telephone.4. The method of wherein the communications are performed via an Internet connection.5. The method of further comprising authenticating the identification information provided by the user.6. The method of further comprising automatically sending the healthcare professional information regarding the user after authenticating the identification information.7. The method of wherein prompting the user is performed remotely.8. The method of further comprising sending the user's request to the healthcare professional.9. The method of wherein the sending step is performed electronically.10. A method of regulating claim 8 , controlling and distributing products inside of a store comprising:providing a kiosk having a user interface for receiving identification information from a user;prompting the user to request access to a ...

DOOR MONITORING SYSTEM

A door assembly includes a first door skin and a second door skin spaced apart from the first door skin. The assembly also includes an energy sensor generating an energy signature signal and a memory storing a door component operating signature. A controller is coupled to the accelerometer and forms a comparison of the energy signature signal to the door component operating signature and generates a door component operation status signal in response to the comparison. 149-. (canceled)50. A method for monitoring a plurality of doors at a facility , wherein each door of the plurality of doors in the facility comprises an energy sensor , a memory and a door controller , the method comprising:generating a plurality of energy signature signals with the energy sensor of each door,comparing each energy signature signal of the plurality of energy signature sensors to a door component operating signature stored in the memory of each corresponding door,generating a plurality of door component operation status signals in response to the comparing,communicating the plurality of door component operation status signals to a central controller or a manufacturer controller; andgenerating a report with the central controller or the manufacturer controller.51. The method of claim 50 , wherein the door controller is in communication with a clock.52. The method of claim 51 , further comprising claim 51 ,recording a time of an enter or an exit through each door.53. The method of claim 52 , wherein each door of the plurality of doors comprises an access controller.54. The method of claim 53 , wherein the access controller comprises at least one component selected from the group consisting of: a card reader claim 53 , a fingerprint detector claim 53 , a retina detector and a keypad.55. The method of claim 50 , wherein the door component operation status signals correspond to a latch status.56. The method of claim 55 , wherein the latch status comprises a latch stop not aligned with the ...

Cabinet for Dispensing Items

A cabinet that can control the distribution of products that can optionally include medications. The cabinet can have a user interface that receives information about a user and the user's identity can then be authenticated. The cabinet can accept a user's request to dispense a product and, if the user is approved, the cabinet can dispense a quantity of product to the approved user.

COMMUNICATION INTERFACE DEVICE FOR WIRELESS DOOR CONTROLLERS

In example implementations, an apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a connection interface, a local area network (LAN) interface, a wide area network (WAN) interface, and a processor. The connection interface is to connect to a printed circuit board (PCB) of a door controller. The LAN interface is to communicate with a plurality of door sensors, wherein each one of the plurality door sensors is to monitor operation of a respective door of a plurality of doors. The WAN interface is to communicate with a remote server of a service provider. The processor is communicatively coupled to the connection interface, the LAN interface, and the WAN interface. The processor is to receive door data from the plurality of door sensors via the LAN interface, transmit the door data to the remote server for analysis via the WAN interface, receive a correction action from the remote server over the WAN interface in response to the door data, and execute the corrective action on a door of the plurality of doors via the LAN interface. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a connection interface to connect to a printed circuit board (PCB) of a door controller;a local area network (LAN) interface to communicate with a plurality of door sensors, wherein each one of the plurality door sensors is to monitor operation of a respective door of a plurality of doors;a wide area network (WAN) interface to communicate with a remote server of a service provider; and{'claim-text': ['receive door data from the plurality of door sensors via the LAN interface;', 'transmit the door data to the remote server for analysis via the WAN interface;', 'receive a corrective action from the remote server over the WAN interface in response to the door data that is transmitted; and', 'execute the corrective action on a door of the plurality of doors via the LAN interface.'], '#text': 'a processor communicatively coupled to the connection interface, the LAN interface, and the WAN interface, wherein the processor is ...

GLOVE PORT SAFETY MECHANISM

A safety device for a glove port includes a hatch that is rotatably fixable by a hinge to an outer frame of a glove port so as to rotate between a closing position and an opening position for preventing or allowing access to the glove port, respectively. The device further includes a sensor associated with the glove port and arranged for engaging and/or detecting an abutment portion of said the hatch in the closing condition and generating an alarm signal when the abutment portion does not engage the sensor means, in particular when the hatch is not in the closing position. 112-. (canceled)13. A safety device for a glove port mounted in a frame , comprising(a) a hatch providing access to the glove port and including a hatch portion extending beyond the frame;(b) a hinge connecting said hatch with said frame and providing linear displacement of said hatch along an axis X between a closed position where said hatch is adjacent to the frame for preventing access to the glove port and an intermediate position where said hatch is linearly displaced relative to the frame, said hinge further providing rotation of said hatch about said axis between said intermediate position and an open position where said hatch is away from the frame to allow access to the glove port;(c) a sensor connected with the frame and mounted adjacent the glove port and engaging said hatch portion when said hatch is in the closed position, said hatch portion being disengaged from said sensor when said hatch is in said intermediate position and when said hatch is rotated to said open position, said sensor generating an alarm signal when said hatch portion is disengaged from said sensor.14. A safety device according to claim 13 , wherein said hinge includes a pivot assembly fixed to said frame and includes a pivot arranged for engaging with a fork element of said hatch for slidingly and rotatably supporting said hatch along and about said axis claim 13 , respectively.15. A safety device according to ...

SLIDING DOOR DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

A sliding door device for a vehicle is disclosed. The sliding door device for a vehicle includes a sliding door installed in a vehicle body to be slidingly moved to open and close a door opening formed in the vehicle body. A vehicle body weather strip is attached to the door opening. A sensing device is installed in the vehicle body weather strip to sense that an object or an occupant is jammed in a state where the sliding door is closed. An electronic control unit (ECU) for receives a sensing signal of the sensing device to control opening and closing of the sliding door. Therefore, it is possible to effectively prevent an object or an occupant from being jammed in a process of closing the sliding door. 1. A sliding door device for a vehicle , comprising:a sliding door installed in a vehicle body to be slidingly moved to open and close a door opening formed in the vehicle body;a vehicle body weather strip attached to the door opening;a sensing device installed in the vehicle body weather strip to sense that an object or an occupant is jammed in a state where the sliding door is closed; andan electronic control unit (ECU) for receiving a sensing signal of the sensing device to control opening and closing of the sliding door.2. The sliding door device for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the sensing device comprises:a door opening and closing sensor for sensing opening and closing of the sliding door; anda jam sensor for sensing that the object or the occupant is jammed in a state where the sliding door is closed.3. The sliding door device for a vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the sliding door comprises a door weather strip attached to the vehicle body weather strip to seal the door opening claim 2 , andwherein the door opening and closing sensor comprises:an elastic contact protrusion pressed by the door weather strip in a state where the sliding door is closed and restored to an original shape when the elastic contact protrusion is separated from the sliding door;a ...

PLUG DOOR OPENING-CLOSING DEVICE AND PLUG DOOR DEVICE

A plug door opening-closing apparatus, which is adapted for use with a vehicle having a vehicle front-rear direction and a vehicle width direction, includes a door hanger capable of coupling a door panel of the vehicle, a movable guide configured to guide movement of the door hanger in the front-rear direction and move in the width direction, a guide support member that guides movement of the movable guide in the width direction, and an interlock mechanism mechanically connected to the movable guide. The interlock mechanism conforms a movement amount of a first portion of the movable guide to a movement amount of a second portion of the movable guide. 1. A plug door opening-closing apparatus adapted for use with a vehicle having a vehicle front-rear direction and a vehicle width direction , the plug door opening-closing apparatus comprising:a door hanger capable of coupling a door panel of the vehicle;a movable guide configured to guide movement of the door hanger in the vehicle front-rear direction and move in the vehicle width direction;a guide support member that guides movement of the movable guide in the vehicle width direction; andan interlock mechanism mechanically connected to the movable guide, wherein the interlock mechanism conforms a movement amount of a first portion of the movable guide to a movement amount of a second portion of the movable guide.2. The plug door opening-closing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the interlock mechanism includesa rotatable interlock shaft that extends in the vehicle front-rear direction, anda plurality of link mechanisms that links the interlock shaft to the first portion and the second portion of the movable guide.3. The plug door opening-closing apparatus according to claim 2 , whereineach of the link mechanisms includes a first link, which is coupled to the interlock shaft and rotated integrally with the interlock shaft, and a second link, which is coupled to the movable guide, andin each of the link ...

Garage Door Tracking Arrangements

A carriage assembly is disclosed for a garage door drive belt. The assembly includes first and second carriage elements each having inner and outer members adapted to retain an end of the drive belt therebetween. An articulated connection extends between the first and second carriage elements. Also disclosed is a support arrangement for a garage door drive unit, comprising a drive unit hanger for attachment to a garage door structure, the hanger further having a weight-supporting connection to the drive unit, wherein the drive unit position is adjustable while the weight of the drive unit is supported. 1. A carriage assembly for a garage door drive belt , the carriage assembly comprising:first and second carriage elements, each carriage element comprising an inner member and an outer member adapted to retain an end of the drive belt therebetween; andan articulated connection between the first and second carriage elements.2. A carriage assembly according to claim 1 , wherein:each outer member has a bearing surface adapted to track along a drive belt guide track.3. A carriage assembly according to claim 2 , wherein:each carriage element has a first end proximal the articulated connection and a second end distal from the articulated connection and through which the drive belt enters the carriage element, wherein the belt is captured between opposed belt-engaging surfaces of the inner and outer members.4. A carriage assembly according to claim 3 , wherein:the belt-retaining surface of the inner member is notched to engage with a notched drive belt.5. A carriage assembly according to claim 3 , wherein:the belt-retaining surfaces diverge from the bearing surface from the second end towards the first end of the carriage member.6. A carriage assembly according to claim 2 , wherein:the bearing surface is adapted to follow a convex bend in a guide track surface.7. A support arrangement for a garage door drive unit claim 2 , comprising:a drive unit hanger for attachment to a ...

ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT FOR CONTROLLING AN ACTUATOR

The present invention provides an electronic circuit for controlling an actuator comprising a transceiver unit () for a bus system the bus terminal () of which has a monostable behaviour with an active period of greater than 1 ms, wherein the transceiver unit () is controlled by a microcontroller (), wherein the monostable behaviour of the transceiver unit () is switched off with additionally superimposed control pulses, wherein the time interval between two control pulses is smaller than the monostable active period of the transceiver unit () and the control pulses are generated by temporal combination of two control signals the time resolution of which is lower than the pulse duration of the control pulses derived therefrom, which is implemented by use of a RC combination () and/or a logic gate () with a differentiating or delaying effect. 1. Electronic circuit for controlling an actuator comprising a transceiver unit for a bus system , the bus terminal of which has a monostable behaviour with an active period of more than 1 millisecond , wherein the transceiver unit is controlled by a microcontroller , wherein the monostable behaviour of the bus terminal is switched off by additional control pulses , wherein the time interval between two control pulses is smaller than the monostable active period of the transceiver unit characterized in that the control pulses are formed by temporal combination of two control signals , whose time resolutions are lower than the pulse duration of the control pulses derived therefrom , wherein the time resolution is the smallest time step width of the corresponding output signal which is achievable with the microcontroller in a respectively used hardware and software configuration.2. Electronic circuit according to claim 1 , characterized in that the transceiver unit comprises a LIN transceiver.3. Electronic circuit according to claim 1 , characterized in that the pulse length of the control pulses is smaller than 1 μs.4. Electronic ...

HATCH ACTUATION UNIT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

The invention relates to a hatch actuation unit of a motor vehicle for a drive based opening and closing of a hatch leaf comprising a hatch drive arrangement for moving the hatch leaf in an opening sequence from a closed hatch position into an open hatch position and in a closing sequence from an open hatch position into a closed hatch position, a first closing element for engaging a second closing element for closing of the hatch leaf in a cinching subsequence of the closing sequence, wherein the first closing element is driven by the hatch drive arrangement in the cinching subsequence of the closing sequence. 1. A hatch actuation unit of a motor vehicle for a drive based opening and closing of a hatch leaf , wherein a hatch drive arrangement is provided for moving the hatch leaf in an opening sequence from a closed hatch position into an open hatch position and in a closing sequence from an open hatch position into a closed hatch position , wherein a first closing element is provided , which is engageable with a second closing element for closing of the hatch leaf in a cinching subsequence of the closing sequence and wherein the first closing element is driven by the hatch drive arrangement in the cinching subsequence of the closing sequence.2. The hatch actuation unit according to claim 1 , wherein the first closing element is a cinching catch and the second closing element is a cinching striker.3. The hatch actuation unit according to claim 1 , wherein the first closing element is a cinching striker and the second closing element is a cinching catch.4. The hatch actuation unit according to claim 2 , wherein the cinching catch is pivotable towards a closed catch position for engaging the cinching striker in a retaining manner and towards an open catch position for disengaging the cinching striker.5. The hatch actuation unit according to claim 1 , wherein the first closing element is coupled or may be coupled drivingly to the hatch drive arrangement.6. The hatch ...

VEHICLE DOOR OPENING/CLOSING APPARATUS

A vehicle door opening/closing apparatus includes: a support member that has a telescopic shaft shape, is interposed between a body and a door of a vehicle, and thereby is capable of holding the door at an open position, wherein the support member includes a cylindrical housing that accommodates a drive source, and a joint member that is fixed with a part thereof inserted into an end portion of the corresponding housing and is attached on the body or the door of the vehicle, and wherein the joint member has a contact portion which comes into contact with the housing when the joint member is fixed to the housing, and on which convex portions and concave portions recessed to an inner side in a radial direction with respect to the convex portions are alternately provided in a circumferential direction. 1. A vehicle door opening/closing apparatus comprising:a support member that has a telescopic shaft shape, is interposed between a body and a door of a vehicle, and thereby is capable of holding the door at an open position,wherein the support member includes a cylindrical housing that accommodates a drive source, and a joint member that is fixed with a part thereof inserted into an end portion of the corresponding housing and is attached on the body or the door of the vehicle, andwherein the joint member has a contact portion which comes into contact with the housing when the joint member is fixed to the housing, and on which convex portions and concave portions recessed to an inner side in a radial direction with respect to the convex portions are alternately provided in a circumferential direction.2. The vehicle door opening/closing apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the convex portion has a surface area larger than the concave portion.3. The vehicle door opening/closing apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein, in the joint member, edge portions of the convex portion and the concave portion in an inserting direction have a chamfered shape.4. The vehicle door ...

CONCEALED ELECTRICAL DOOR OPERATOR

A door assembly includes a first door skin, a second door skin spaced apart from the first door skin and a door operator disposed between the first door skin and the second door skin. An arm extends from the door operator. The door operator includes a motor moving the arm to move the door between a closed position and an open position and between the open position and the closed position. A current sensor generates a current signal corresponding to the current to the motor. A position sensor in communication with the door arm generates a position signal corresponding to the position of the door relative to the frame. A controller communicates with the sensor and the motor. The controller controls a motor current to the motor in response to the current signal and the position signal.

Movable Barrier Safety Sensor Override

Controlling movable barrier movement with respect to selectively overriding a safety system includes determining whether a safety system is in an operation failure or misalignment state, the safety system being configured to detect obstruction in a path of movement of a movable barrier, receiving a state change request for the movable barrier while the safety system is in the operation failure or misalignment state, determining whether a safety override condition exists, and overriding the safety system and actuating the movable barrier if the safety system is in the operation failure or misalignment state and the safety override condition exists. 1. A method of controlling movable barrier movement , the method comprising:determining whether a safety system is in an operation failure or misalignment state, the safety system being configured to detect obstruction in a path of movement of a movable barrier;receiving a state change request for the movable barrier while the safety system is in the operation failure or misalignment state;determining whether a safety override condition exists; andoverriding the safety system and actuating the movable barrier if the safety system is in the operation failure or misalignment state and the safety override condition exists.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining whether the safety system is in the operation failure or misalignment state comprises determining whether the safety system indicates an obstruction for a period of time exceeding a threshold.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the safety override condition comprises a proximity of a portable transmitter utilized by a human operator within a prescribed distance from the movable barrier.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the proximity of the portable transmitter utilized by the human operator is determined by using one or more of a radio-frequency identification (RFID) sensor claim 3 , a magnetic field sensor claim 3 , a loop detector claim 3 , a toll pass sensor ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MONITORING A DRIVE UNIT, ESPECIALLY OF A WINDOW LIFTER, COMPRISING A ROTATING DRIVE MOTOR

An anti-trap protection unit for an electric window lifter of a vehicle or generally to efficiently limit excess forces of an adjusting element that can be driven by means of a drive unit is provided. For this purpose, a compensation trajectory of the drive unit is determined independent of the temperature, and a variable threshold function which is dependent on the temperature is determined as a function of the drive trajectory or the drive time, the threshold function approaching a defined threshold value asymptotically, and the drive force especially in the form of a measured speed of a drive motor being continuously determined and being monitored in accordance with the determined threshold function. 1. A method for monitoring an electric motor drive unit for a drivable adjusting element , to maintain a maximum allowable trapping force of the adjusting element , the method comprising:measuring a traveled drive path and/or a drive time of the drive unit continuously;determining a compensation path of the drive unit based on a temperature or a temperature-dependent first variable;determining a minimum change integral of a speed variable of the drive unit based on the temperature or a temperature-dependent second variable;determining, based on the temperature or a temperature-dependent third variable, a threshold function as a function of the drive path or the drive time, whose function values in each case represent a maximum allowable driving power and starting at a first higher threshold value, which is assigned to a first point in the starting area of the drive path or the drive time, over the course of the drive path or the drive time approach a second lower threshold value;determining a speed variable of the drive unit continuously and a change integral thereof; anddetermining continuously, after the determined compensation path is traveled and after the determined minimum change integral of the speed variable is reached, the driving power or a variable ...

EMERGENCY VEHICLE WINDOW OPENER

An emergency vehicle window opener that includes a power window switch that controls an electrical motor to open and to close a window of a vehicle, a retractable handle that is extended to manually open and close the window of the vehicle, a first pinion gear connected to the retractable handle, a second pinion gear that is engaged with the first pinion gear, an electrical magnet, an electrical switch, an actuator having a controller that receives an emergency signal and controls the electrical switch based on the emergency signal, a coupling part, a coupling button, and a coupling spring. 1. An emergency vehicle window opener , comprising:a power window switch that controls an electrical motor to open and to close a window of a vehicle;a retractable handle that is extended to manually open and close said window of said vehicle, said retractable handle having a retractable handle knob to rotate said retractable handle around a crank, said crank being connected to said window such that rotating said crank causes said window to open or to close;a first pinion gear connected to said retractable handle such that said retractable handle is extended around said first pinion gear;a second pinion gear that is engaged with said first pinion gear and has a spring actuated mechanism that causes extension of said retractable handle;an electrical magnet that is connected to a power supply, said electrical magnet generates magnetic fields when an electrical current from said power supply flows in said electrical magnet, and said electrical magnet is off when said electrical current from said power supply does not flow in said electrical magnet;an electrical switch that connects and disconnects said electrical current from flowing in said power supply to said electrical magnet;an actuator having a controller that receives an emergency signal and controls said electrical switch based on said emergency signal;a coupling part that is engaged with a gear of said crank to allow a ...

LOCKING DEVICE AND OPENING AND CLOSING MECHANISM HAVING THE SAME

The present invention relates to the field of mechanical manufacturing technology, relating to a locking device. The locking device comprise a casing with a first end and a second end; a hole is formed on the first end, and the second end has an opening; a rod is provided within the casing; and a fastener is provided on the end portion of the rod outside the casing; a raised member located outside the casing is provided at a second end portion of the rod, the raised member having a diameter greater than a diameter of the opening and a gap being formed between the raised member and the casing; a spring is sleeved on the rod, and a first shaft is provided at the second end portion. An opening and closing mechanism having the locking device is further provided for the opening or closing of a fairing. 1. A locking device , comprising a casing , wherein ,the casing has a first end of the casing and a second end of the casing; a hole is formed on the first end, and the second end has an opening;a rod, which passes through the hole in the direction of the first end of the casing and extends out of the casing, is provided within the casing; an end portion of the rod outside the casing is a first end portion, and a fastener is provided on the first end portion;a raised member located outside the casing is provided at a second end portion of the rod, the raised member having a diameter greater than a diameter of the opening and a gap being formed between the raised member and the casing;a spring is sleeved on the rod, and when the gap becomes zero, the spring on the rod is at least in a compressed state; and,a first shaft is further provided at the second end portion.2. The locking device according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the spring is pre-compressed on the rod.3. The locking device according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , a rolling wheel is rotatably sleeved on the first shaft.4. The locking device according to claim 3 , wherein claim 3 , a cover plate having a ...

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A device for at least partially automatically actuating a door leaf, includes a drive having a drive axis of rotation for driving the door leaf at least partially during a movement between an opening position and a closing position, a casing element having a casing axis of rotation for assisting a movement of the door leaf, lever kinematics having at least one lever arm for establishing an operative connection between the drive and the casing element. The lever arm includes a drive-sided connection section, which is supported to be rotationally movable around the drive axis of rotation. The lever kinematics includes at least one transmission component for transferring electric energy and/or data between at least one casing-sided energy source and a drive-sided energy recipient. The connection section has a cranked course, wherein a multi-layered functional compartment for mechanically connecting the lever arm and for electrically connecting the transmission component to the drive is configured along the cranked course of the connection section. 1. A device for at least partially automatically actuating a door leaf , the device comprising:a drive with a drive axis of rotation for driving the door leaf at least partially during a movement between an opening position and a closing position,a casing element with a casing axis of rotation for assisting a movement of the door leaf,lever kinematics with at least one lever arm for establishing an operative connection between the drive and the casing element,wherein the lever arm includes a drive-sided connection section,which is supported to be rotationally movable around the drive axis of rotation,and wherein the lever kinematics includes at least one transmission means for transferring electrical energy and/or data between at least one casing-sided energy source and a drive-sided energy recipient, whereinthat the connection section has a cranked course, wherein a multi-layered functional compartment for mechanically ...

SLIDING DOOR FITTING

The invention relates to a sliding door fitting for the coupling of a door, which is fastened to at least one hinge, of a refrigerator to a door, which is fastened to at least one further single- or multi-axis hinge, of a furniture carcass in which the refrigerator is installed, wherein the sliding door fitting has a guide element and a slider guided by the guide element, and wherein the guide element can be arranged on one of the doors and the slider can be arranged on the other of the doors. The sliding door fitting is distinguished by having at least one damping device for damping a relative movement between the slider and the guide element over at least one defined portion of the relative movement. 130. A sliding door fitting for coupling a door , which is fastened on at least one hinge , of an appliance to a door , which is fastened on at least one further single axis or multiaxis hinge , of a furniture body , in which the appliance is installed , having a guide element () and a slide guided by the guide element , wherein the guide element is to be arranged on one of the doors and the slide is to be arranged on the other of the doors , wherein the sliding door fitting has at least one damping device for damping a relative movement between the slide and the guide element over at least one defined section of the relative movement.2. The sliding door fitting according to claim 1 , wherein the slide is guided by the guide element by means of a plain bearing guide.3. The sliding door fitting according to claim 1 , wherein multiple damping devices are provided claim 1 , which are arranged adjacent to one another in or on the guide element or in or on the slide.4. The sliding door fitting according to claim 1 , having at least one force accumulator claim 1 , which is arranged so that it is tensioned during the opening and/or closing of the doors coupled by the sliding door fitting.5. The sliding door fitting according to claim 4 , wherein at least one force ...

ROTARY-LEAF / -CASEMENT DRIVE

The present invention relates to a rotary drive () comprising: an output shaft (); a motor (), acting on the output shaft () via a downstream gear mechanism (); an energy-store module with a linear line of action and with transmission elements () to apply pressure circumferentially to an eccentric cam disk () arranged on the output shaft () for conjoint rotation therewith; and an intermediate shaft (), being offset in relation said line of action and being provided between the motor () and the output shaft (). The transmission elements () comprise a roller lever (), having a cam-follower roller () spaced apart from the intermediate shaft (), wherein the cam-follower roller (), pressed circumferentially against the eccentric cam disk (), interacts with the output shaft (). The energy-store module is arranged on the motor side in relation to the intermediate shaft (). 115.-. (canceled)16. A rotary drive for at least one leaf/casement , comprising: at least one output shaft for coupling to the at least one leaf/casement; at least one motor , which acts on the output shaft via at least one downstream gear mechanism; an energy-store module , which has a linear line of action and which uses transmission elements to apply pressure circumferentially to an eccentric cam disk arranged on the output shaft for conjoint rotation therewith; and an intermediate shaft , which is offset in relation to the line of action of the energy-store module and which is provided between the motor and the output shaft , wherein the transmission elements comprise a roller lever , which is rotatably mounted on the intermediate shaft and has a cam-follower roller spaced apart from the intermediate shaft , wherein the cam-follower roller , pressed circumferentially against the eccentric cam disk , interacts with the output shaft , and the energy-store module is arranged on the motor side in relation to the intermediate shaft.17. The rotary drive as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the line of action ...

Convertible Biplane Aircraft for Autonomous Cargo Delivery

An autonomous cargo delivery aircraft operable to transition between thrust-borne lift in a VTOL orientation and wing-borne lift in a biplane orientation. The aircraft includes a fuselage having an aerodynamic shape with a leading edge, a trailing edge and first and second sides. First and second wings are coupled to the fuselage proximate the first and second sides, respectively. A distributed thrust array includes a first pair of propulsion assemblies coupled to the first wing and a second pair of propulsion assemblies coupled to the second wing. A flight control system is operably associated with the distributed thrust array and configured to independently control each of the propulsion assemblies. The first side of the fuselage includes a door configured to provide access to a cargo bay disposed within the fuselage from an exterior of the aircraft with a predetermined clearance relative to the first pair of propulsion assemblies. 1. An aircraft operable to transition between thrust-borne lift in a VTOL orientation and wing-borne lift in a biplane orientation , the aircraft comprising:a fuselage having an aerodynamic shape with a leading edge and a trailing edge separated by a chord length and first and second sides separated by a span length, the fuselage having a first cargo bay;a first wing coupled to the fuselage proximate the first side and a second wing coupled to the fuselage proximate the second side;a distributed thrust array including a first pair of propulsion assemblies coupled to the first wing and a second pair of propulsion assemblies coupled to the second wing; anda flight control system operably associated with the distributed thrust array and configured to independently control each of the propulsion assemblies;wherein, the first side of the fuselage includes a first door configured to provide access to the first cargo bay from an exterior of the aircraft with a predetermined clearance relative to each of the propulsion assemblies of the first ...

Delivery door

A delivery door may include a frame having a slot, an interior flange and an exterior flange. A panel may be attached to the frame and comprise a closed configuration and an open configuration. A securing device may be connected to the frame and the panel. The securing device may be a remote accessed internet enabled lock assembly. In certain embodiments, the panel may have a handle and a stopper. The panel may also be motorized. The delivery door may include a receptacle attached to the internal flange and the frame. The delivery door may be attached to a cut out portion of the structure. The securing device may be controlled from a wireless device.

MULTI-CHAMBER-TYPE HEATER HAVING A DOOR MOVEMENT PART

A multi-chamber type heating unit to heat a blank includes: a lower housing unit; an intermediate housing unit installed in an upper portion of the lower housing unit; and an upper housing unit installed in an upper portion of the intermediate housing unit. A plurality of intermediate housings are stacked to form the intermediate housing unit, and a heating unit to heat a blank is installed in each of the intermediate housings. Moreover, the intermediate housings are formed in the shape in which upper and lower portions thereof are opened, and an opening is formed in the front for a door to be inserted thereinto, and door sealing units provided on the intermediate housing portion and provided to seal the door when the door is closed. 1. A multi-chamber-type heater having a door movement part , comprising:a housing part; anda door movement part for moving a door installed at the housing part,wherein the housing part comprises:a lower housing part;an intermediate housing part installed on the lower housing part;an upper housing part installed on the intermediate housing part,wherein the intermediate housing part is formed by stacking a plurality of intermediate housings each having a heating part for heating a blank, which is installed therein,each of the intermediate housings has a shape having the opened top and bottom and comprises an opening, through which a door is inserted, defined at a front side thereof, andthe door movement part moves the door in a height direction and a longitudinal direction.2. The multi-chamber-type heater of claim 1 , wherein the door movement part comprises:a column extending in the height direction;an arm movement part comprising a height directional movement part installed on the column to move the door in the height direction with respect to the column and a longitudinal directional movement part coupled to the height directional movement part to move the door in the longitudinal direction; andan arm part installed on the arm movement ...

Door Drive for a Motor Vehicle Door

A door drive for a motor vehicle door has a lever element which can be mounted on the body work side of the motor vehicle and which can be connected to an adjustable drive element of a drive device arranged on the motor vehicle door. The adjustable drive element is designed as a rocker element which can be mounted about a bearing axis and which includes a first lever arm by which the rocker element is at least indirectly connected to an actuator of the drive device, and also includes a second lever element by which the rocker element is connected at least indirectly to the lever element. 1. A door drive for a motor vehicle door , comprising:a lever element which is mountable, on the one hand, on a shell side of the motor vehicle and which, on the other hand, is connected to an adjustable drive element of a drive device which is arranged on the motor vehicle door, whereinthe adjustable drive element is a rocker element which is movable about a bearing axis and which comprises a first lever arm, via which the rocker element is at least indirectly connected to an actuator of the drive device, and a second lever arm by which the rocker element is at least indirectly connected to the lever element.2. The door drive as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe drive device serves both to open and to close the motor vehicle door.3. The door drive as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe bearing axis of the rocker element extends in a transverse direction of the motor vehicle door.4. The door dive as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe first and the second lever arm of the rocker element are arranged offset with respect to one another, by a distance in a transverse direction of the motor vehicle door, at least with their respective bearing point with respect to the lever element or with respect to the actuator.5. The door drive as claimed in claim 4 , whereinthe distance between the two lever arms in the transverse direction of the motor vehicle door is matched to a width of a side window ...

Opening/closing mechanism equipped with a self-lock device

The present invention relates to an opening/closing mechanism equipped with a self-lock device; the opening/closing mechanism includes a baseplate( 1 ), a fairing( 2 ), a fairing support arm( 3 ), and a powered push cylinder( 4 ); wherein the baseplate( 1 ) is provided with a rotating shaft( 5 ), one end of the fairing support arm( 3 ) is sleeved on the rotating shaft( 5 ), while the other end is connected with the fairing( 2 ) by means of a fairing mounting base( 6 ); the baseplate( 1 ) is provided with a closed-state limit stop( 7 ) and an open-state limit stop( 8 ); a locking device( 9 ) is arranged between the fairing support arm( 3 ) and the powered push cylinder( 4 ), one end of the said locking device( 9 ) can move in the sliding groove of the fairing support arm( 3 ), while the other end is installed on the powered push cylinder( 4 ). The invention is simple and reliable in structure, low in cost, high in stability, and convenient for examination and repair. A power source is used for realization of opening and closing of the opening/closing mechanism, mechanical self-lock is achieved by means of over “dead point” for locking the opening/closing mechanism so as to hold at established state without additional power sources.

PIVOTABLE CAB BACK ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE AND CAB BACK ASSEMBLY PIVOTING METHOD

A vehicle assembly includes, among other things, a cab back assembly having a first panel and a second panel. The first panel is pivotably coupled to a cab of a vehicle. The second panel is pivotably coupled to the first panel. A method of configuring a cab back includes selectively pivoting a first panel of a cab back assembly relative to a cab of a vehicle. The first panel is pivotably coupled to a cab of the vehicle and is configured to pivot relative to the cab about a first axis. The method further includes selectively pivoting a second panel of the cab back assembly relative to the first panel. The second panel is pivotably coupled to the first panel and is configured to pivot relative to the first panel about a second axis that is spaced from the first axis. 1. A vehicle assembly , comprising:a cab back assembly having a first panel and a second panel, the first panel is pivotably coupled to a cab of a vehicle, the second panel is pivotably coupled to the first panel.2. The cab back assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first panel is an upper panel claim 1 , and the second panel is a lower panel claim 1 , the upper panel vertically above the lower panel when the cab back assembly is in a closed position.3. The cab back assembly of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle is a unibody vehicle having a unibody configuration.4. The cab back assembly of claim 1 , wherein an upper region of the first panel is pivotably coupled to a roof of a cab of the vehicle.5. The cab back assembly of claim 4 , wherein the second panel is pivotably coupled to a lower region of the first panel.6. The cab back assembly of claim 4 , wherein the first panel is configured to pivot relative to the roof about a first axis claim 4 , and the second panel is configured to pivot relative to the first panel about a second axis that is vertically beneath the first axis when the cab back assembly is in a closed position.7. The cab back assembly of claim 6 , wherein the first panel is configured to pivot ...

APPARATUS FOR A NO TOUCH LAVATORY DOOR

A no touch lavatory has a first sensor outside the lavatory that is operable to cause a motor assembly to open the door of the lavatory in response to a person making a motion in close proximity to the first sensor, a second sensor inside the lavatory that causes the motor assembly to close the door and causes a lock to lock the door in response to the second sensor detecting the person entering the lavatory, and a third sensor inside the lavatory that causes the lock to unlock the door and causes the motor assembly to open the door in response to the third sensor detecting a motion made by the person inside the lavatory. 1. A lavatory comprising:an enclosure having at least one wall;a doorway opening adjacent the wall;a door in the doorway opening;a cavity recessed into at least one of the door and the wall, the cavity having a cavity opening;a first sensor inside the cavity behind the cavity opening, the first sensor being operable to detect a signal in close proximity to the first sensor inside the cavity from a person that is outside the lavatory and to output an open command in response to the signal; and,a motor assembly operatively connected to the first sensor and the door, the motor assembly being operable to open the door in the doorway opening in response to the open command output by the first sensor.2. The lavatory of claim 1 , further comprising:the cavity being recessed into a generally vertical surface of at least one of the door and the wall.3. The lavatory of claim 1 , further comprising:the cavity having at least one cavity sidewall extending into the cavity to a cavity backwall at an opposite side of the cavity from the cavity opening; and,the first sensor being on the cavity sidewall between the cavity opening and the cavity backwall.4. The lavatory of claim 1 , further comprising:the first sensor being operable to detect a motion signal inside the cavity from a person outside the lavatory and to output the open command in response to the ...