ДВЕРНАЯ СИСТЕМА ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА С БЕССТУПЕНЧАТЫМ ОГРАНИЧИТЕЛЕМ ОТКРЫТИЯ ДВЕРИ

Изобретение относится к ограничителю открытия двери транспортного средства, а именно к автомобильной дверной системе, бесступенчатому ограничителю открытия двери и к способу ограничения открытия двери. Автомобильная дверная система включает в себя петлю, поддерживающую дверь, и модуль ограничения открытия двери, присоединенный к транспортному средству или к двери посредством рычажного механизма. С рычажным механизмом соединен выходной вал, выполненный с возможностью вращения относительно корпуса модуля ограничения открытия двери. Выходной вал создает крутящий момент для ограничения открытия двери в необходимом положении. Вращение вала обнаруживает датчик, выдающий сигнал в ответ на вращение вала. Тормозной узел включает в себя элемент в виде вала, функционально соединенный с выходным валом. Тормозной узел имеет нормально замкнутое положение, в котором элемент в виде вала в режиме ограничения открытия двери замкнут на корпус, и разомкнутое положение, соответствующее режиму закрытия или открытия ...

УСТРОЙСТВО РЕГИСТРАЦИИ УГЛОВОГО ПЕРЕМЕЩЕНИЯ

... 1. Устройство регистрации углового перемещения для транспортных средств общественного пассажирского транспорта, снабженное приводным устройством (20) для установленного с возможностью поворота и/или перемещения устройства входа/выхода, приводным узлом (22), электрическим приводным двигателем (44) и первой понижающей передачей (26), отличающееся тем, что содержит вторую, соединенную с приводным двигателем (44) понижающую передачу (72), снабженную датчиком для определения положения понижающей передачи. ! 2. Устройство регистрации углового перемещения по п.1, отличающееся тем, что вторая понижающая передача (72) имеет такое же понижение, что и первая понижающая передача (26). ! 3. Устройство регистрации углового перемещения по п.1, отличающееся тем, что датчик выполнен в виде датчика абсолютных значений. ! 4. Устройство регистрации углового перемещения по п.1, отличающееся тем, что датчик представляет собой магнит, а ко второй понижающей передаче (72) присоединен корпус (73) с электронной ...

ПРИВОДНОЕ ПРИСПОСОБЛЕНИЕ ДЛЯ ВХОДНЫХ/ВЫХОДНЫХ УСТРОЙСТВ

... 1. Приводное приспособление для входных/выходных устройств, в частности дверей салона для пассажиров, посадочных площадок, выдвижных подножек и подобных устройств, на транспортных средствах общественных пассажирских перевозок, содержащее приводной электродвигатель (1), элемент отбора мощности которого соединен с входным элементом первого редуктора (2), выходной элемент (2.1) которого связан с исполнительными приспособлениями для входных/выходных устройств, отличающееся тем, что оно имеет компактную конструкцию, при которой приводной электродвигатель (1), первый редуктор (2) и второй редуктор (4), а также регулируемая муфта (3) между первым редуктором (2) и вторым редуктором (4) расположены последовательно в осевом направлении внутри трубчатого кожуха (9). ! 2. Приводное приспособление по п.1, отличающееся тем, что максимальное передаточное отношение второго редуктора составляет 25:1. ! 3. Приводное приспособление по п.1 или 2, отличающееся тем, что суммарное передаточное отношение находится ...

УСТРОЙСТВО АВТОМАТИЧЕСКОГО ЗАКРЫТИЯ ДЛЯ РАЗДВИЖНЫХ ДВЕРЕЙ

... 1. Устройство автоматического закрытия для раздвижных дверей, причем указанные двери относятся к типу, который содержит по меньшей мере одну раздвижную створку (2), которая подвешена на верхнем профиле (3) и которая выполнена с возможностью перемещения вдоль профиля, указанное устройство (1) отличается тем, что содержит:приводной ремень (10), проходящий вдоль верхнего профиля (3) и выполненный с возможностью соединения с раздвижной створкой (2);закрывающий шкив (20), содержащий пружинный механизм (30), который установлен на первой оси вращения (4), установленной в верхнем профиле (3) и который находится в зацеплении с первым концом (11) приводного ремня (10), причем указанный шкив (20) выполнен таким образом, чтобы:нагружать пружинный механизм (30) во время открытия раздвижной створки (2) посредством вращения, передаваемого приводным ремнем (10); итолкать раздвижную створку (2) во время ее закрытия посредством вращения в противоположном направлении, обеспечиваемого разгрузкой пружинного ...

Fitting arrangement for a sliding door

Sliding leaves, especially of motor-driven sliding doors, must be capable of being swung open, above all in the event of panic or a failure of the sliding drive. To prevent the sliding leaf (3) from tipping over or tilting when it is swung open, there are provided a brake (31) and a braking device (35) which interact with rails (32, 34) above and below the sliding leaf (3) and which fix its pivot axis (6) non-displaceably above and below the sliding leaf (3). ...

Bremsvorrichtung für einen Flügel

Bremsvorrichtung (1) für ein drehbares und/oder kippbares Fenster, eine Tür oder dergleichen, zur Anordnung bevorzugt im Falzbereich zwischen einem Blendrahmen (3) und einem Flügelrahmen (2), mit einem Teleskoprohr (4) und einer darin gleitbar gelagerten Kolbenstange (10), wobei das freie Ende der Kolbenstange (10) und das durch ein Kopfstück (9) geschlossene Ende des Teleskoprohrs (4) durch Befestigungsmittel (5, 6) jeweils am Blendrahmen (1) oder Flügelrahmen (2) drehbar angeordnet sind, mit zwischen dem Teleskoprohr (4) und der Kolbenstange (10) angeordneten und dauerhaft auf das Innere des Teleskoprohres (4) wirkende Bremsbacke (11), insbesondere einem Bremsbackenpaar (11, 12), wobei die Kolbenstange (10) durch ein erstes Gleitlagerteil (13) und einem davon beabstandeten zweiten Gleitlagerteil (14) in dem Teleskoprohr (4) längsverschieblich geführt ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Bremsbacke (11) bzw. das Bremsbackenpaar (11, 12) formschlüssig an dem im Teleskoprohr (4) befindlichen ...

Steuervorrichtung einer automatischen Schwenktür

Ein Kraftfahrzeug weist eine Schwenktür auf, welche nach oben und nach unten schwenkt. Eine Steuervorrichtung zum Steuern der Schwenktür umfaßt eine elektrische Antriebseinheit, welche die Schwenktür durch elektrische Leistung antreibt; einen Türbetätigungsschalter, welcher ein Schwenken der Schwenktür zwischen einer vollständig geschlossenen Position und einer vollständig geöffneten Position mit Hilfe der elektrischen Antriebseinheit bei Betätigung ermöglicht; eine Bewegungsstoppeinrichtung, welche die Schwenktür in der halb geöffneten Position bei Betätigung stoppt und hält; und eine Steuereinheit, welche die elektrische Antriebseinheit und die Bewegungsstoppeinrichtung in Übereinstimmung mit einer EIN/AUS-Betätigung des Türbetätigungsschalters steuert.

Verstellantrieb zur Bewegung eines Funktionselementes in oder an einer Kraftfahrzeugkarosserie

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verstellantrieb zur Bewegung eines Funktionselementes in oder an einer Kraftfahrzeugkarosserie, mit einem Antriebsmotor und einem dem Antriebsmotor nachgeschalteten Untersetzungsgetriebe mit einem Getriebegehäuse, wobei das Untersetzungsgetriebe zumindest ein ausgangsseitiges Stellelement, mit dem das zu bewegende Funktionselement direkt oder indirekt verbindbar ist, und ein dieses Stellelement antreibendes Antriebsritzel aufweist, wobei das Stellelement eine Zahnstange oder ein kreisförmiges Zahnsegment aufweist, mit dem das Antriebsritzel kämmt, wobei das Stellelement und das Antriebsritzel am Getriebegehäuse gelagert sind, wobei das Stellelement, das Antriebsritzel und deren Lager nach Werkstoff, Gestaltung, Anordnung und Ausführung auf die beim Bewegen des Funktionselementes auch unter ungünstigen Umständen auftretenden Kräfte und Momente ausgelegt sind und wobei die Bewegung des Stellelementes zumindest in einer Bewegungsrichtung, vorzugsweise in beiden Bewegungsrichtungen ...

Ausstellvorrichtung für die Flügel von Fenstern, Türen od. dgl.

BETAETIGUNGSVORRICHTUNG FUER EINE PENDELTUER

Hinge for an oven flap, or other appliance, has a housing with a spring and spring guide and brake surfaces against each other to take up the flap weight and hold it at the swung position

The hinge, with a housing (1) and swing arm (2) on a pivot mounting (3), has a spring guide with a loading spring (6). The housing has a brake section (14) lying against a brake surface at the spring guide.

Friction supporting stays for windows

A friction stay includes a track 10 for attachment to a window frame. The track 10 has a nose portion 14 with a curved inner surface which receives the nose portion 28 of a bar 24. Bar 24 is pivotally attached to the track 10, by a link 16 joined to the bar 24 at rivet 25 and to track 10 at rivet 17. The bar 24 is also attached to a slider 15, engaged in track 10, by a link 21 pivoted on rivets 22, 23. A brace 18 extends from link 16 to slider 15 and is attached by rivets 19, 20. Optionally an extra link 26 may be included. To provide additional strength, in accordance with this invention, a link 31 is provided, pivoted to link 16 at 32 and to a second slider 35 to 34.

Friction stays

Combined sliding and pivot window assembly

Control method of sliding a vehicle door by a powered sliding device

A hinge for a roof window, and a roof window including a set of hinges

The hinge (10) is intended for a roof window having a frame and a sash, and has a frame hinge part (100) and a sash hinge part (200) configured to assume an angle relative to the frame hinge part (100). Each hinge part (100, 200) has a base plate (110, 210) with a guide track (112, 212) and a link (120, 220), the links (120, 220) being connected to each other at a bearing axle (123).Each link (120, 220) has a first hinged joint (121, 221) to the respective base plate (110, 210) and a sliding joint (122, 222) slidably received in the guide track (212, 112) in the base plate (210, 110) of the other hinge part (200, 100). A pick-up element (130, 230) is connected to the base plate (110, 210) in a second hinged joint (131, 231) and is biased by a spring (140, 240) to act on the sliding joint (222, 122) in the guide track (112, 212), for instance within a predefined angle interval.

Arrangement for controlling an angularly movable member

SLIDING DOOR CLOSING APPARATUS

TRICK OR TURNING TILTING FITTING FOR WINDOWS AND DOORS WITH A TURNING INHIBITION MECHANISM

IMPROVED HINGE FOR FURNITURE AND SUCH, ALSO WITHIN CELEBRATIONS THE ARM ARRANGEMENT MOVABLE ONE ARM

ISSUING DEVICE FOR A ROTARY WING OF A WINDOW, A DOOR OR SUCH A THING

SWIVELING GATE, IN PARTICULAR GARAGE SWIVELING GATE, AS WELL AS DRIVE ELECTRIC DRIVE FOR A SWIVELING GATE

VORRICHTUNG FÜR DAS STEUERN DER SCHLIESSFOLGE VON ZWEIFLÜGELIGEN SCHWENKTÜREN, WELCHE MIT GLEITSCHIENENSCHLIESSERN AUSGESTATTET SIND

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung für das Steuern der Schließfolge von zweiflügeligen Schwenktüren, welche mit Gleitschienenschließern ausgestattet sind, wobei für das Blockieren der Schließbewegung des Gangflügels (1) bei geöffnetem Standflügel Bewegung des zum Gangflügel gehörenden Gleitsteins (3) mit Hilfe eines Paares von Keilstücken (6, 7) blockiert wird, welche am Gleitstein (3) des Gangflügels (1) geführt gehalten sind und durch Drehung Drehstange verklemmt werden.Die Schrägfläche (9) an welcher die Keilstücke (6, 7) aneinander anliegen, liegt zur Drehachse der Drehstange (5) in einem spitzen Winkel, wobei mit zunehmenden Abstand zur Drehachse der Drehstange (5) der Abstand zur Schwenkachse (1.1) des Gangflügels (1) zunimmt.Die Breite des Spaltes, zwischen Drehstange und Wand (2.1, 12.1) in welchem die Keilstücke (6, 7) angeordnet sind, hat an jenem Längsbereich der Gleitschiene (2, 12) ein lokales Minimum, an welchem die Bewegung des Gleitsteins (3) des Standflügels abzubremsen ...

Hinge

... 1. Scharnier (1) zur gelenkigen Verbindung eines ersten Bauteils (2) mit einem zweiten Bauteil (3), mit einem ersten Scharnierteil (4) zur Befestigung an dem ersten Bauteil (2) und mit einem zweiten Scharnierteil (5) zur Befestigung an dem zweiten Bauteil (3), mit einem ersten Schwenkbügel (6), welcher eine erste Gelenkachse (8) an dem ersten Scharnierteil (4) und eine zweite Gelenkachse (9) an dem zweiten Scharnierteil (5) aufweist, wobei der erste Scharnierteil (4) eine Längsführung (12) für die erste Gelenkachse (8) des ersten Schwenkbügels (6) aufweist, und mit einem zweiten Schwenkbügel (7), welcher eine erste Gelenkachse (10) an dem ersten Scharnierteil (4) und eine zweite Gelenkachse (11) an dem zweiten Scharnierteil (5) aufweist, wobei der zweite Scharnierteil (5) eine weitere Längsführung (13) für die zweite Gelenkachse (11) des zweiten Schwenkbügels (7) aufweist, wobei das erste Scharnierteil (4) ein Dämpfungselement (17) aufweist, so dass eine Verschiebung der ersten Gelenkachse ...

Hinge

Scharnier (1) zur gelenkigen Verbindung eines ersten Bauteils (2) mit einem zweiten Bauteil (3), mit einem ersten Scharnierteil (4) zur Befestigung an dem ersten Bauteil (2) und mit einem zweiten Scharnierteil (5) zur Befestigung an dem zweiten Bauteil (3), mit einem ersten Schwenkbügel (6), welcher eine erste Gelenkachse (8) an dem ersten Scharnierteil (4) und eine zweite Gelenkachse (9) an dem zweiten Scharnierteil (5) aufweist, wobei der erste Scharnierteil (4) eine Längsführung (12) für die erste Gelenkachse (8) des ersten Schwenkbügels (6) aufweist, und mit einem zweiten Schwenkbügel (7), welcher eine erste Gelenkachse (10) an dem ersten Scharnierteil (4) und eine zweite Gelenkachse (11) an dem zweiten Scharnierteil (5) aufweist, wobei der zweite Scharnierteil (5) eine weitere Längsführung (13) für die zweite Gelenkachse (11) des zweiten Schwenkbügels (7) aufweist, wobei das erste Scharnierteil (4) ein Dämpfungselement (17) aufweist, so dass eine Verschiebung der ersten Gelenkachse ...

DIRECTION-CONTROLLED BRAKE FOR RAIL-LED ARTICLES

LOAD-COMPENSATORY GUIDANCE AND ROLL EQUIPMENT FOR A SLIDING DOOR.

SLIDING DOOR WITH EMERGENCY OPENING OR EMERGENCY KEY LOCK

Schaltanordnung for the operating device by electric motors of a pendulum door

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

High speed overhead sectional door assembly

FRICTION HINGE FOR PUSH-OUT STYLE WINDOW

A push-out style window assembly including window hardware for frictionally retaining an open position of the window under typical loading conditions. A push-out style window assembly generally includes a friction hinge assembly including a track, a sash arm, a support arm, and a friction arm. The friction arm can include an adjustable and/or detachable slide enabling adjustment of a frictional resistance between the friction slider and the support arm. Using the friction arm, frictional resistance is provided so as to provide control both during opening of the window and in retaining the position of an open window.

TILT SLIDER

A pivoting and sliding closure assembly is provided which rides in a guide channel of a frame upon a pivot shoe assembly which at one end securely pivots a closure member upon one pivot shoe when the closure is pivoted away from the channel, and which latches the closure member in a slidable position when the closure member is pivoted to its latched position. The pivot shoes are connected together in the assembly and unique cam structures and rollers are incorporated in the assembly.

CLOSURE OPERATOR

SYSTEM INCLUDING BI-DIRECTIONAL DRIVE MECHANISM WITH REVERSE DRIVE LIMIT

IMPROVED HINGE FOR FURNITURE AND THE LIKE, WITH MOVABLE ARM ARRANGED INSIDE THE FIXED ARM

Hinge for connecting doors to ovens and the like, which comprises a fixed arm engageable with the body of the oven, a movable part which is hinged on said fixed arm and on which one end of a movable arm is pivotably mounted, there being provided means for fastening the movable arm to the fixed arm, said fixed arm having a cross-section in the form of an overturned "U", between the walls of which there is arranged an idle roller, and said movable arm being arranged inside said fixed arm.

COMBINED SLIDING AND PIVOT WINDOW ASSEMBLY

A combined sliding and pivot window assembly including a plurality of sashes separately pivotally mounted on substantially C-shaped sash support frames that are slidably fixed on rails provided on an outer window frame. The window assembly includes combined sliding and locking mechanisms that allow the C-shaped sash support frames to slide on the rails when the sashes are pivotally closed, or to be locked on the rails when the sashes are pivotally opened, or to be pushed to one side in the outer window frame while allowing all the sashes to be pivotally opened; pivot mechanisms that allow the sashes to be pivotally opened and stay at any desired open position relative to the sash support frames; and elastic two-end locking mechanisms that are mounted in a vertical member of the sashes to lock the sashes at upper and lower ends to the sash support frames simply by laterally shifting an external adjusting key of the two-end locking mechanism. The combined sliding and pivot window assembly ...

Von einem Motor angetriebene Pendeltür

OPERATING DEVICE AT FAHRZEUGSCHIEBETUERE AND THEIR USE.

Swiveling sliding door.

Vehicle door system with infinite door check

Driving gear for door specially for vehicle door

Furniture

The invention relates to an item of furniture (1) comprising a furniture body (2), a furniture part (3) and an ejection device (4) having at least one ejection element (5) for displacing the movable furniture part from a closed position into a first open position, and at least one lockable drive device (6) for the at least one ejection element. A device for displacing the ejection element beyond the first open position is arranged. The drive device has a manually loaded energy accumulator (8). The ejection element, at the end of the ejection process, is free to move in relation to the energy accumulator of the actuator during the further opening path. During a closing movement process of the movable furniture part, between the open final end position and the first open position, the ejection element is configured to at least partially load the energy accumulator of the drive device of the ejection element. The first open position is equal to the position of the furniture part after the ...

Rotary damper

L'invention concerne un amortisseur rotatif. Il comporte un boîtier (1) dans un évidement annulaire (2) duquel peut tourner un élément rotatif (7) d'un rotor (6) qui comporte un axe (8) recevant un mouvement de rotation. Un élément élastique annulaire (10) est disposé le long de la circonférence intérieure de l'évidement circulaire du boîtier et l'élément rotatif présente des encoches (11) logeant des organes de roulement (12) qui s'enfoncent dans l'élément annulaire élastique et freinent ainsi la rotation du rotor par rapport au boîtier. Domaine d'application: portes de boîtes à gants, cendriers et autres accessoires pour véhicules, etc.

Device of transmission of movement

CONSTRUCTION OF WINDOW HAS SWIVELLING AND HAS SLIDING MOTION COMBINE

DEVICE TO AUTHORIZE the MANUAL OPERATION Of a CASEMENT, WHICH IS ENTRAINEPAR a SELF-LOCKING REVERSIBLE ENGINE IN End of the road

DEVICE OF DISPLACEMENT Of a PANE FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

L'invention porte sur un dispositif de déplacement d'une vitre comprenant un rail de guidage (1) du déplacement d'une vitre (8) selon une direction principale (Z), et un curseur (2) de support de la vitre (8) monté à coulissement sur ledit rail de guidage (1). Le dispositif de déplacement d'une vitre selon l'invention est remarquable en ce qu'il comprend une pièce d'interfaçage (3) présentant deux extrémités (31, 32) opposées et éloignées l'une de l'autre selon la direction principale (Z), à savoir une première extrémité (31) fixée sur le curseur (2) et une deuxième extrémité (32) destinée à supporter la vitre (8) afin que la vitre (8) soit éloignée dudit curseur (3) d'une distance (Hl) prédéterminée. La présente invention trouve une application dans le domaine des véhicules automobiles.

UNIVERSAL DEVICE FOR the AUTOMATIC CLOSING Of ONE OPENING SLIDING, IN PARTICULAR DOOR OF WALL CUPBOARD

Dispositif (1) de fermeture automatique d'un ouvrant coulissant, notamment une porte (2) de placard, comprenant au moins un boitier (4) fixé en bas ou en haut de la porte (2), et un axe sur lequel est montée une roue (3) coopérant avec un rail de guidage (5) de la porte (2), caractérisé en ce que la roue est intégrée au boitier (4) et est assujettie à un ressort spiral (6) dont une extrémité externe (6a) est solidaire d'un point fixe (7) du boitier (4), et dont l'autre extrémité (6b) est solidaire d'un point (8) de la roue (3), ou inversement, de manière que lors d'une rotation de celle-ci dans un sens d'ouverture de la porte (2) s'effectuant manuellement, le ressort (6) s'enroule et emmagasine de l'énergie, qu'il restitue à la roue (3) qui devient motrice, pour un retour en fermeture automatique de la porte (2) ...

“SCREW-LOCKING DEVICE OF the OPENING OR the CLOSING Of a SLIDING DOOR”

DRIVE ARRANGEMENT FOR AN ADJUSTMENT ELEMENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

The invention relates to a drive arrangement for an adjustment element (1) of a motor vehicle, in which a coupling arrangement (8), connected into the drive train, is provided with a drive connection (9) and an output connection (10), said coupling arrangement (8) transmitting each movement introduced at the drive side to the output connection (10) and having a brake arrangement (11) for braking a movement that is introduced at the output side. It is suggested that the braking arrangement (11) has a braking element (12) which can be adjusted counter to a braking force; that, between the output connection (10) and the braking element (12), said coupling arrangement (8) comprises a freewheel arrangement (13) consisting of at least one freewheel pair (14) of clamping-body freewheels (15) which operate in opposite directions; that a movement introduced at the output side always causes the locking of at least one clamping-body freewheel (15), said movement being braked correspondingly by means ...

LOCKING DEVICE FOR RELEASEABLY LOCKING AN ADJUSTABLE PART

The invention relates to a locking device for releaseably locking an adjustable part, in particular a motor vehicle part that can be displaced relative to a motor vehicle structure and that can be locked by the locking device within an adjustment range in a rest position reached by displacement, having at least one friction element (1) of the locking device and having at least one second friction element (2) of the locking device rotatable relative to the first friction element (1) and comprising a circumferential friction surface (20) encompassed annularly in cross section by a friction surface (10) of the first friction element (1), wherein the friction surface (20) of the second friction element (2) can slide along the associated friction surface (10) of the first friction element (1) under sliding friction conditions during a relative motion of the two friction elements (1, 2) initiated by displacing the adjustable part, and wherein the friction surface (20) of the second friction element ...

Automatic door opener with magnetic clutch

An automatic door opener ( 10 ) for opening or closing a door ( 28 ) includes a motor ( 14 ) driving a drive shaft ( 50 ) and an opener arm ( 18 ) connected to the door ( 28 ) and being responsive to rotation of the drive shaft ( 50 ) for moving the door ( 28 ) to an open or closed position. A clutch ( 46 ) operable to disengage the drive shaft ( 50 ) from the opener arm ( 18 ) is provided in the event of the door ( 28 ) engaging an obstacle, electric power being unavailable, or the door being fully open or fully closed. The door opener ( 10 ) may also include a brake ( 48 ) for selectively preventing movement of the door ( 28 ). Various embodiments of the invention are provided, including an electromagnet ( 80 ) and an electromagnetic brake ( 114 ).

Device for Braking the Rotation of a Drive Shaft of the Leaf of a High-Speed Door

The invention relates to a device for braking the rotation of a drive shaft of the leaf of a high-speed door. The inventive device consists of a flange ( 17 ) which is rotated by a shaft comprising several cavities ( 19 ), each of said cavities being equipped with a wall which supports a flyweight ( 18 ) in the operating condition and which is inclined in relation to the axis of rotation of the flange by an angle of less than 90°. Moreover, each cavity comprises a proximal end which is located close to the axis of rotation of the flange and a distal end which is located at a distance from said axis of rotation. According to the invention, each flyweight ( 18 ) moves in a cavity between a position whereby the shaft operates at normal speed, in which the flyweight is disposed in a zone comprising the proximal end of the cavity ( 19 ), and a position whereby the operating speed of the shaft ( 4 ) exceeds a pre-determined threshold, in which the flyweight ( 18 ) is disposed in a zone comprising ...

HINGE FOR DOORS OR WINGS

A hinge for wings or doors, in particular for electrical household appliances, comprises a first element (2) and a second element (3) pivoted to each other and movable relative to each other in tilting fashion, a connecting lever (5) between the elements (2, 3), the lever (5) pivoting on the first element (2), the second element (3) being box-shaped and comprising inside it a spring (7) connected to the lever (5) by a drive rod (8) which can slide at least partly inside the second box-shaped element (3) itself.

Vehicle and a hinge assembly for a storage compartment of the vehicle

A hinge assembly for a storage compartment includes a first component and a second component coupled to the first component. The second component is movable between a first position and a second position relative to the first component. A damper device includes a housing assembly supported by the first component and a finger attached to the second component such that the finger is movable with the second component between the first and second positions. The finger and the housing assembly are spaced from each other when the second component is in the first position, and the finger slidingly engages the housing assembly as the second component moves to the second position such that frictional engagement between the finger and the housing assembly dampens movement of the second component relative to the first component.

Door swing detection and protection

Methods and apparatus are provided for reducing the occurrence of vehicle door bumps against an adjacent object facing the door. The apparatus comprises one or more distance sensors mounted on the vehicle for measuring distance D from the door to the object, a brake for inhibiting outward movement of the door toward the object, a warning system and a controller coupled to the distance sensors, warning system and brake for applying the brake to inhibit further outward movement of the door when D<=D(MIN), a predetermined minimum distance away from the object. In a preferred embodiment, a first driver warning is activated when the initial door-to-object spacing D(INIT)<=D(SAFE), the maximum outward door reach. A second warning is desirably added when the door begins moving toward the object or has reached about (D(INIT))/2 and a third warning is activated when the brake is engaged.

Door Stopper

A wedge-shaped door stopper that includes a lower member including soft elastic material and an upper member including rigid material with high hardness to prevent a bottom surface of the door stopper from slipping along over a floor surface and allows the bottom surface to contact the floor surface firmly with high friction. The upper member is removably coupled to the top surface of the lower member and has a smooth, sloped top surface. When the door stopper is used between the floor surface and a bottom of the door and a force is applied to the door in the direction that the door is closed, the bottom of the door glides up on the sloped top surface of the upper member.

DRIVE ARRANGEMENT FOR AN ADJUSTMENT ELEMENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Hinge element with angular selective lock

A hinge element for wings and/or doors of vehicles and/or furniture, comprising a first portion (2) connectable to a fixed part of a vehicle or a piece of furniture and a second portion (3) operatively associated with the first portion (2) and connectable to a movable part of a vehicle or a piece of furniture, the first and second portions (2,3) in co-operation defining a rotation axis A; the hinge element further comprises angular selective locking means (4,5,6) coaxially mounted between the first and second portions (2,3) and susceptible of being configured in a reversible manner between a braking condition at which relative rotation between the first and second portions (2,3) is substantially prevented and an unlocking condition at which, on the contrary, relative rotation between the first and second portions (2,3) is substantially allowed.

УПОРНЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ ДЛЯ ДЕМПФЕРОВ РАЗДВИЖНЫХ ДВЕРЕЙ

Описан упорный элемент (В1, В2), выполненный с возможностью размещения на профиле (10), установленном на предмете мебели, причем на профиле может скользить амортизатор, интегральный с дверью и установленный для столкновения с упорным элементом для активирования. Элемент имеет часть (32, 52), соединяемую с профилем с возможностью скольжения так, что упорный элемент может скользить на профиле без отсоединения, и модифицируемую конструкцию для создания ограничения скольжению упорного элемента так, чтобы сделать его интегральным с профилем. Благодаря этому обеспечивается несложная сборка и отсутствие отверстий под винт. 3 н. и 5 з.п. ф-лы, 9 ил.

УПОРНЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ ДЛЯ ДЕМПФЕРОВ РАЗДВИЖНЫХ ДВЕРЕЙ

Scharnier

Scharnier mit einem Gehäuse (1), an dem ein Schwenkarm (2) schwenkbar gelagert ist, und einer mit dem Schwenkarm (2) verbundenen, durch eine Feder (6) belastete Federführung (4), dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß an dem Gehäuse (1) ein Bremsteil (14) vorgesehen ist, das mit einer Bremsfläche (15, 23) an der Federführung (4) anliegt.

Door-closer comprises three self-contained stages arranged so that open-hold-close functions are performable through interaction of elements of these stages

The door-closer comprises three self-contained stages in the form of a planetary gear (4), an electric motor (2, 3) and an electromechanical brake (8, 9, 15) arranged so that open-hold-close functions are performable through interaction of elements of these stages.

Verbessertes Scharnier für Möbel und dgl., mit innerhalb vom festen Arm angeordnetem bewegbarem Arm

Schalteinrichtung zum Herstellen einer Wirkverbindung zwischen zwei Getriebeteilen

Eine Schalteinrichtung (4) zum Herstellen einer Wirkverbindung zwischen zwei Getriebeteilen umfasst zumindest ein Schaltelement (430, 431), das verstellbar ist, um die Schalteinrichtung (4) zwischen unterschiedlichen Zuständen zu schalten, einen elektromotorischen Stellantrieb (40) zum Verstellen des zumindest einen Schaltelements (430, 431), ein Stellgetriebe zum Übertragen einer Stellkraft von dem Stellantrieb (40) auf das zumindest eine Schaltelement (430, 431) und eine Steuereinrichtung (5) zum Steuern des Stellantriebs (40). Dabei ist vorgesehen, dass das Stellgetriebe ein elastisches Element (45) aufweist, an dem bei Übertragen der Stellkraft von dem Stellantrieb (40) auf das zumindest eine Schaltelement (430, 431) eine Kraft anliegt, wobei die Steuereinrichtung (5) ausgebildet ist, anhand einer elastischen Verformung des elastischen Elements (45) aufgrund der anliegenden Kraft einen Wert für die Stellkraft zu berechnen.

Ausstellvorrichtung für einen Drehflügel eines Fensters, einer Tür oder dergleichen

Ausstellvorrichtung (10) für einen Drehflügel, insbesondere Dreh-Kipp-Flügel oder Klappflügel, eines Fensters, einer Tür oder dergleichen, wobei die Ausstellvorrichtung (10) in Flügelschließstellung verdeckt angeordnet ist und Flügellenkeinrichtungen (14) aufweist, die jeweils mit einem den Flügel (12) mit dem Blendrahmen (16) wirkverbindenden Kurvenführungssystem (18) versehen sind, wobei das Kurvenführungssystem (18) ein an dem Blendrahmen (16) gelenkig befestigtes Tragelement (20) aufweist, welches als Tragplatte ausgebildet ist und mit dem Blendrahmen in Flächenkontakt steht, wobei die Tragplatte mit einer Blendrahmenplatte (32) verbunden ist, die einen Längsschlitz (34) aufweist, mit welchem ein Steuerarm (36) gleitverschieblich und gelenkig verbunden ist, wobei das Tragelement (20) eine Führungskurve (22) aufweist, die als durchgehender Führungsschlitz oder Führungsnut ausgebildet ist, in welchen/welche ein Steuerzapfen (24) ragt, der mit einer am Flügel (12) befestigbaren Flügelplatte ...

Lastausgleichendes Führungs- und Rollgerät für eine Schiebetür.

Feststell-Vorrichtung zum Feststellen einer Schiebetür an einem Kraftfahrzeug

Feststell-Vorrichtung (1) zur Rollenführung eines Rollenelementes, insbesondere eines Rollenwagens (11), einer seitlich an einem Kraftfahrzeug angebrachten Schiebetür und zum Feststellen der Schiebetür in der Offen-Position, wobei die Feststell-Vorrichtung (1) ein Federelement mit einer Federkraft, durch welche die Schiebetür in der Offen-Position gehalten wird, aufweist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, • dass die Feststell-Vorrichtung (1) aus Kunststoff gefertigt ist, • dass sie einen Mittelabschnitt (3) aufweist, welcher im Wesentlichen eine ebene Fläche mit einer Aufwölbung (7) aufweist, • dass sie einen ersten Endabschnitt (2) und einen zweiten Endabschnitt (4) aufweist, und • dass sie Öffnungen (5, 6) zur Durchführung von Verbindungsmitteln (8, 9, 10) aufweist, mittels derer sie am Fahrzeugrahmen des Fahrzeuges derart anbringbar ist, dass der erste Endabschnitt (2) nicht verschiebbar angeordnet ist und der zweite Endabschnitt (4) nur in Rollrichtung des Rollenelementes verschiebbar angeordnet ...

Spring-loaded hinge

Spring-loaded hinge (10) for the pivotable articulation of the door on the supporting wall of a piece of furniture. The hinge (10) consists of a door fastening part, in the form of a mortice insert (18), coupled in the manner of a four-bar linkage by way of two hinge links (14, 16) to a supporting-wall fastening part in the form of a supporting arm (12). The spring-loaded mechanism has a thrust piece (20) which is articulated pivotably on the inner hinge link (14) located nearer the supporting wall and which is pressed by a spring (34) against a tilting segment (38) articulated pivotably in the region of the pivot bearing located on the supporting wall and belonging to the other hinge link (16). By means of two thrust surface portions (46; 44) having curvatures different in relation to the thrust-piece pivot axle (24), a closing moment pulling the mortice insert (18) into the closing position is generated in the vicinity of the closing position of the hinge (10) in interaction with the ...

IMPROVEMENTS IN FRICTION SUPPORTING STAYS FOR WINDOWS

Stay including releasable slider that automatically resets for engagement

A friction stay comprises a base (10) and an arm (13) with the arm (13) connected to the base with a linkage (14, 15, 16). The linkage includes at least one slider (11) that slides along the base (10) and a finger (20) is provided that restricts movement of the slider (11) by engaging a screw (17) carried by the slider. The screw (17) can be retracted to allow the slider (11) to pass the finger (20) and thus allow further movement of the slider (11). Once past the finger (20), the screw (17) can be extended again but, as the slider (11) moves back towards the closed position, the screw (17) depresses the finger (20) to allow the slider (11) to pass the finger (20) to the closed position.

An egress hinge

Access control barriers

MOUNTING DISPOSED IN CONCEALED FASHION IN GROOVE FOR PIVOT BEARINGS FOR CASEMENTS OF WINDOWS DOORS &C

IN ONE OR DOUPLE SWING ONES PUSHING, SWIVELING PUSHING OR BAG DOOR

One or two leaf power-driven sliding or swivel door esp. for vehicles - designed to suit electric or pneumatic or hydraulic drive and includes spindle which is connected with leaf or leaves across nut

The invention relates to a single-wing or double-wing sliding, swing-and-slide or compartment door, with an electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic drive, for vehicles. In order to avoid the risk of jamming caused by fittings in the region of the secondary closing edge, a spindle 12 is provided, to which the wing or wings is or are connected via a nut 21, in the case of double-wing doors the spindle being designed symmetrically to the door centre, and the door drive acting either rotationally on the spindle 12 or linearly on one of the wings. The spindle is provided, on one side, with a free-wheel 23 and with a releasable brake or coupling 24-28 preventing the fixed part of the free- wheel from rotating, with the result that a closing device in the region of the secondary closing edge is avoided. ...

STELLANTRIEB ZUM ANTRIEB EINER KLAPPE EINES MÖBELS

The invention relates to an actuating device for moving a flap of a piece of furniture, including at least one actuating arm for moving the flap, a base member on which the actuating arm is pivotally arranged, and a spring device able to act upon the actuating arm. An assembly securing device for the vacant actuating arm, which has not yet been fitted with a flap, includes a braking device which limits the opening speed of the vacant actuating arm.

ISSUING DEVICE FOR THE WINGS OF WINDOWS, TUEREN OD. SUCH.

RICHTUNGSABHAENGIGE BREMSE

ANTRIEB FÜR EINE TÜRE

MONITORING SYSTEM AND PROCEDURE FOR AUTOMATIC DOORS OR GATES

DRIVE FOR A TÜRE

IN ONE OR DOUPLE SWING ONES PUSHING, SWIVELING PUSHING OR BAG DOOR

TILT SLIDER

Arrangement for controlling an angularly movable member

FRICTION SUPPORTING STAYS FOR WINDOWS

FRICTION ADJUSTER FOR WINDOW BALANCE CARRIERS

A carrier for a window sash having an actuatable friction adjuster. The friction adjuster has a carrier interface that interacts with a mating friction adjuster interface of the carrier such that the actuation of the friction adjuster by rotating it within an oblong slot in the carrier causes the carrier interface to interact with the friction adjuster interface and forces a rear portion of the friction adjuster into progressively increasing frictional contact with an adjacent portion of a window frame sash channel.

DRIVE APPARATUS FOR BOARDING AND UNBOARDING DEVICES

The invention relates to a drive unit for entrance and exit devices, in particular passenger doors, entrance ramps, retractable steps and the like, on vehicles for public transportation, comprising an electric drive motor (1). The drive element thereof is connected with the input element of a first reduction gear (2), the output element thereof (2.1) is coupled with the actuating devices for the entrance and exit devices. The drive unit is designed as a compact drive in that the electric drive motor (1), the first reduction gear (2) and a second reduction gear (4), as well as a controlled clutch (3) are disposed consecutively axially within a tube-shaped housing (9) between the first reduction gear (2) and the second reduction gear (4).

Driving device for an adjusting system of a motor vehicle

A driving device for an adjusting system of a motor vehicle includes a transmission with a drive element rotatably mounted about an axis of rotation for introducing a torque, a driven element rotatably mounted about the axis of rotation for delivering a torque, and a wrap spring brake device for transmitting a drive-side torque introduced by the drive element to the driven element and for blocking a driven-side torque applied on the driven element. It is provided that the drive element (2) and the driven element (3) each are mounted on a stationary portion (4) of the transmission (1). In this way a driving device is created, whose drive element and driven element can have low bearing tolerances and which in addition is optimized in terms of friction to provide a smooth operation.

AUTOMATIC CONTROL DRIVE Of a SLIDING DOOR EQUIPEE Of AT LEAST MOBILE UNVANTAIL

CONTROL DEVICE Of a DOOR HAS SWIVELLING TO THE TOP AND TO THE BOTTOM AUTOMOBILE POURVEHICULE

Equipment for permitting manual operation of a reversible automatically braked door, comprises control unit which breaks the end of travel/braking circuit on receipt of various types of signal

L'invention a pour objet un dispositif de sécurité pour autoriser la manoeuvre manuelle d'un vantail en cas de besoin. Le vantail est manoeuvré par un moteur réversible auto-freiné par des moyens de blocage de sa rotation, dont la mise en oeuvre est placée sous la dépendance de moyens électromagnétiques (8, 10) provoquant sous l'effet de leur activation le blocage du moteur (2) en fin de course du vantail, et inversement inhibant le blocage du moteur (2) lorsqu'ils sont désactivés. L'excitation des moyens électromagnétiques (8, 10) est provoquée par des moyens de commande comprenant les capteurs de fin de course (12) du vantail pour leur activation, et des moyens de commande spécifiques (20, 24, 26, 28, 30) pour le cas échéant leur désactivation en position extrême du vantail.

DISPOSITIF AUXILIAIRE DE MANOEUVRE POUR PORTES A COMMANDE ELECTRIQUE

DISPOSITIF AUXILIAIRE DE MANOEUVRE POUR PORTES A COMMANDE ELECTRIQUE. UN CORPS 9 TOURILLONNE SUR L'ARBRE 1 ET SE DEPLACE AXIALEMENT SUR CET ARBRE. SA FACE AVANT 17 COOPERE AVEC LA GARNITURE 4 D'UN DISQUE 3 QUI EST NORMALEMENT EN APPUI SUR LE FREIN 7. SA FACE ARRIERE PORTE UNE RAMPE INCURVEE 12 COOPERANT AVEC UN GALET 11 PORTE PAR LA POULIE 15.

“SOFT” HINGE OF THE TYPE HAS SLOWED DOWN OPEN POSITION

Cette charnière, pour meuble, comprend une cuvette 11 et une aile 12 reliées par des biellettes 13, 14 articulées de façon à permettre un mouvement entre une position fermée et une position ouverte de la charnière, un mécanisme de fermeture automatique 19, 20 repoussant la charnière vers la position fermée quand elle est amenée à proximité de cette position fermée. La cuvette 11 comprend des zones 21 d'interaction avec au moins une biellette quand la charnière est voisine de la position ouverte, afin d'offrir une résistance accrue audit mouvement dans un trajet de celle-ci voisin de la position ouverte.

Auxiliary operating device for electrically controlled doors

Sliding door stop comprises door finger with two separate arms containing elastomer spring, finger enters two part welded case whose base fixing plate has retaining bosses and braking surface

Dispositif amortissant par frottement alternatif permet d'immobiliser une porte coulissante. Le système est constitué principalement d'un doigt de porte (31) en polyamide ayant deux bras distincts (11, 12) flexibles se terminant par deux mâchoires (13, 13a) dans les quelles se trouve un ressort en élastomère (14). Le doigt de porte rentre dans un boîtier métallique soudé en deux parties (1, 2) dont la base (2) qui sert de platine de fixation est pourvue de deux bossages de retenue (4, 6) et d'une surface de freinage (7). Le doigt de porte en pénétrant entre les faces intérieures et supérieurs du boîtier (30) se trouve compressé et donc freiné. Une partie du ressort (17) qui sort en avant des mâchoires sert de butée fin de course. Le dispositif selon l'invention est particulièrement destiné à l'amortissement et à la retenue des portes coulissantes.

Holding element for adjusting a lid of a piece of furniture

A holding element for adjusting a lid ( 4 ) of a piece of furniture between a closed position and an open position has a first fitting part ( 1 ) that is connectable to the body ( 2 ) of a piece of furniture. A second fitting part ( 3 ) is connectable to the lid ( 4 ). A first support arm ( 5 ) is pivotably fastened around a first body axis ( 7 ) to the first fitting part ( 1 ) and is pivotably fastened around a first lid axis ( 8 ) to the second fitting part ( 3 ). A second support arm ( 6 ) is pivotably fastened around a second body axis ( 9 ) to the first fitting part ( 1 ) and is pivotably fastened around a second lid axis ( 10 ) to the second fitting part ( 3 ). A lever ( 19 ) is pivotably fastened around a pivot axis ( 20 ) to the first fitting part ( 1 ). An adjustment arm ( 26 ) is pivotably connected to the lever ( 19 ) at a distance from the pivot axis ( 20 ). The adjustment arm ( 26 ) is pivotably fastened around a third lid axis ( 28 ) to the second fitting part ( 3 ). A drive force ( 12 ) urges the lever ( 19 ), with a force, to a first pivot direction. In the open position of the lid ( 4 ), the first support arm ( 5 ) and the second support arm ( 6 ) intersect each other.

Damper

A damper includes a rotary shaft, a sleeve, damping oil, and the damping oil is filled in a closed chamber formed between the rotary shaft and the sleeve; cooperating grooves are formed on the rotary shaft; partition parts are formed between the two cooperating grooves; oil passing holes provided on the partition parts are communicated with the two cooperating grooves; the oil passing holes are controlled by the check valves to make the damping oil flow in a single direction between the two cooperating grooves; the rotary shaft passing through the cooperating hole on the necking stop wall of the sleeve is connected by a connection member; two spacers are integrated with the sleeve; the height of the spacers locating in the cooperating grooves just fits in with the depth of the cooperating groove; an oil passing gap formed between the rotary shaft and the sleeve and is variable.

Hinge assembly

A hinge assembly includes a sleeve, a rotation shaft, and a sealing subassembly. The rotation shaft is partially received in the sleeve. The sealing subassembly seals the sleeve. The sleeve defines a pivot hole, and an inner side wall defining the pivot hole defines a restricting portion. The rotation shaft has a shaft portion and a buffer portion extending from a side wall of the shaft portion. The shaft portion is received in the pivot hole of the sleeve, and the buffer portion is received in the restricting portion of the sleeve. Damping oil is used between the inside of the sleeve and the rotation shaft.

Transmission drive unit

The invention relates to a transmission drive unit ( 10 ), comprising a transmission element ( 11 ) that is rotatably arranged on the drive side in a transmission housing ( 15 ), with which transmission element a driving torque can be transmitted to at least one guiding element ( 25, 26 ) of a coupling element ( 20 ) on the output side, and a load torque lock, with which a torque introduced by the output-side coupling element ( 20 ) via the at least one guiding element ( 25, 26 ) can be locked, wherein the load torque lock comprises a locking element ( 42 ) that is preferably designed as wrap spring that cooperates with a brake element ( 34; 34 a; 34 b ), which comprises a friction surface ( 51 ) and is arranged non-rotatably in the transmission housing ( 15 ), for locking the torque. According to the invention, the brake element ( 34; 34 a; 34 b ) consists of a plurality of sheet metal elements ( 48, 49; 57, 58; 57 b; 58 b ) and the sheet metal elements ( 48, 49; 57, 58; 57 b; 58 b ) are connected to each other.

Door opening and closing device

A door opening and closing device can change a damping force of a damper when an arm rotates by opening and closing of a door. On a case 11 of the door opening and closing device 7, the arm 8 is mounted which rotates by opening and closing of the door 2. Inside the case 11, friction generating unit 22 is provided. The friction generating unit 22 has a slider 12 d which moves linearly relative to the case 11 by opening and closing of the door 2 and a fixed part 21 which is fixed to the case 11 to slide the slider 12 d. The friction generating unit 22 generates friction between the slider 12 d and the fixed part 21. In opening and closing of the door 2, a radio of the rotation angle of the arm 8 and the amount of displacement of the slider 12 d is varied.

Rotary hinge with adjustable damping assembly

A rotary hinge assembly includes a hinge housing including at least one interior chamber. A spring disposed within the hinge housing provides a torque on an attached door while in an opened and closed position. A rotor rotatably disposed within the at least one interior chamber includes at least one rotor vane that moves in relation to a stationarily mounted stator having at least one stator vane. A fill plug includes a plurality of entrance and exit holes disposed in relation to the stator and rotor vanes to define a fluidic damper assembly. A valve disposed within the fill plug permits selective adjustment of the fluidic damper by restricting or opening the entrance and exit holes of the fill plug.

Furniture damper

The invention relates to a furniture damper for damping a movement of a movably mounted part of a piece of furniture or a movably mounted component of a furniture fitting, comprising a piston arranged in a fluid chamber, a damping action being carried out by a relative movement between the fluid chamber and the piston, in addition to a sealing device for sealing the fluid chamber, said sealing device comprising a first abutment element and a second abutment element that is movably mounted in relation to the first abutment element and designed to seal the fluid chamber. A spring is arranged between the first abutment element and the second abutment element, said spring being compressible by the relative movement of the first abutment element and the second abutment element essentially up to the thickness of the cross-section of the spring.

Tailgate Damping Systems

A tailgate damping system for controlling movement of a tailgate assembly of a vehicle includes a speed sensor that provides rotational speed information of the tailgate assembly. A controller receives the rotational speed information from the speed sensor. A damping control assembly receives a tailgate shaft of the tailgate assembly. The damping control assembly includes a housing comprising a rotor chamber including a rotor member located therein. The rotor member is connected to a rotor shaft that is coupled to the tailgate shaft. A valve chamber includes a control valve located therein. The controller closes the control valve to inhibit exit of a damping fluid from the rotor chamber based on the speed information received from the speed sensor.

Slow-Down Mechanism Placed in Furniture Hinge

The invention refers to a slow-down mechanism that prevents moving furniture units like covers, doors, etc. hitting the other side and making noise in cases of fast opening and closing actions towards fixed furniture units and thus enabling soft opening and closing actions for such moving furniture units, comprised of at least an arm ( 2 ), a bowl ( 3 ) and a internal and external knuckle element ( 6, 5 ) connecting the arm and bowl, and located inside the hinge. The invention refers especially to the capability to canceling the damper ( 18 ) belonging to the above-mentioned slow-down mechanism inside the hinge ( 1 ) and adjusting the damper's stroke depending on the weight of the moving furniture.

Domestic appliance hinge assembly with double linkage

A hinge assembly for pivotably attaching a door to a domestic appliance is provided. The hinge assembly includes a hinge body; a damper having a central longitudinal axis; a first linkage member pivotably attached to the damper; a second linkage member pivotably attached to the damper; and a foot pivotably attached at a first end of the foot to the first and second linkage members, the foot being configured to engage at a second end of the foot a foot receiving portion of the domestic appliance such that the hinge body and the door pivot relative to the domestic appliance. The first and second linkage members are offset from and positioned on opposite sides of the central longitudinal axis of the damper.

Domestic appliance hinge assembly with universal hinge body design

A hinge assembly is provided for pivotably attaching a door to a domestic appliance. The hinge assembly includes a hinge body having two mounting areas; a damper; a foot pivotably attached to the damper, the foot being configured to engage a foot receiving portion of the appliance body such that the hinge body and the door pivot relative to the appliance body; and a first mounting spacer attached to the hinge body at a first one of the mounting areas, the first mounting spacer being configured to attach to the door such that the hinge body is fixed relative to the door. Each of the two mounting areas is configured to receive a first fastener to attach the first mounting spacer to the hinge body, and each of the two mounting areas is configured to receive a second fastener to attach the door to the hinge body.

COOLING DEVICE HAVING A DOOR CLOSING ASSISTANT

A cooling device includes a body, a drawer door attached to the body by rails in a slidable manner, and a door opening assistant for facilitating opening of the drawer door. As an improvement, at least two door closing assistants, that are configured to close the drawer door when the drawer door reaches a predetermined position, are provided on the body and/or the drawer door in such a way that the door opening assistant remains at a location between the at least two door closing assistants. 1. A cooling device , comprising:a body;a drawer door;rails slidably attaching said drawer door to said body;a door opening assistant facilitating opening of said drawer door; andat least two door closing assistants configured to close said drawer door when said drawer door reaches a predetermined position;said at least two door closing assistants being disposed on at least one of said body or said drawer door permitting said door opening assistant to remain at a location between said at least two door closing assistants.2. The cooling device according to claim 1 , wherein said drawer door has at least two door carrier arms linked to said rails and connected to said drawer door.3. The cooling device according to claim 2 , which further comprises catching pins each being provided on a respective one of said at least two door carrier arms claim 2 , permitting each of said catching pins to be held by a respective one of said at least two door closing assistants.4. The cooling device according to claim 3 , wherein each of said at least two door closing assistants includes at least one holder element for catching a respective one of said catching pins.5. The cooling device according to claim 4 , wherein said at least one holder element includes at least one first arm and at least one second arm extending and defining a housing therebetween having a size corresponding to said respective catching pin.6. The cooling device according to claim 5 , wherein one of said first arm or said ...

DAMPED AND COMPACT HINGE DEVICE

The damped and compact hinge device includes a spring () fixed to a first member () and a second end coupled to interconnection means () having a first mobile pin () of a lever () sliding along a first slot () of the first member (). The interconnection means () further includes a rod () connecting the lever () to a first end of a rocker arm (), the rocker arm () having a first end linked via the rod () to the first mobile pin () and having an opposite end rotatably connected to a second member () by a fixing pin () spaced from a pivot pin (). A median portion of the rocker arm () has a second mobile pin () for sliding in a second slot () of the first member (), the second slot () being rectilinear, curved, or S or C shaped. 1. Damped and compact hinge device for doors , shutters and hatches of an apparatus or furnishing for closing and opening a respective door and comprising , in an operating condition of assembly to the apparatus ,{'b': 3', '5', '3', '5', '7', '7', '1, 'a first member () fixed to a body of the apparatus and a second member () fixed to the door of the apparatus or made in the door, wherein the first member () and the second () member are mutually connected by a pivot pin () for the rotation of the door around a rotation geometric axis of said pivot pin () between extreme opening (A) and closing (C) conditions of the door; the device () further comprising'}{'b': 9', '11', '3', '5', '13', '9', '11', '5, 'a friction shoe () sliding on a respective friction wall means () of the first member () and connected to the second member () by means of interconnection means () causing the sliding of the friction shoe () along the friction wall means () following the rotation of the second member () for opening and closing the door; the device further comprising'}{'b': 17', '19', '3', '21', '23', '23', '5', '23', '9', '25', '19', '3', '17', '11', '9', '11', '21', '9', '19', '21', '17', '23', '9', '11, 'a linear resilient means () having a first end fixed to a ...

System, apparatus, and method for storing material

An apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus has a housing that is a rectangular prism having five substantially flat sides and an open side that is open to a cavity formed by the housing, an intermediate member disposed in the housing and dividing the cavity into a first cavity and a second cavity, a member that is movably attached to the housing via at least one movable connector, the member movable about the at least one movable connector between an open position allowing access to the second cavity and a closed position covering the second cavity, a support assembly disposed in the second cavity and attaching the member to the housing, and a fastener assembly attached to the member and selectively locking the member to the intermediate member when the member is in the closed position.

Device for the sliding movement of doors and wardrobe doors

A device for the sliding movement of doors and wardrobe doors ( 12 ) provided with at least two doors ( 14,16 ) or ( 62, 64, 66 ) sliding so as to move along respective and parallel guides ( 18 ) and ( 18 ′) fixed near the front edge of the upper base ( 20, 60 ) of said wardrobe, comprising: —at least one pair of carriages ( 22 ), provided with at least one wheel or roller ( 32 ), fixed to the inner front of each door ( 14 ) and ( 16 ) at or near the respective upper edge; —a plate-like element ( 22 ′) for the direct attachment of at least one of the carriages ( 22 ) to the doors ( 14 ) or ( 16 ); —at least one frame with an inverted “U” cross-section ( 46 ), and/or ( 46 ′) supporting a wheel or roller ( 32 ); —opposite air pistons ( 24 ) fixed to the end of the guides ( 18 ) along which the wheels or rollers ( 32 ) of the carriages ( 22 ) slide for the cushioned stop at the end stroke upon closing and opening of said carriages, and thus of the doors ( 14 ) and ( 16 ). Said device comprises a support ( 30 ) housing a piston ( 40 ) surmounted by an integral pincer or elastic clamp ( 44 ), said support ( 30 ) is fixed to at least one of the frames with an inverted “U” cross-section ( 46 ) or ( 46 ′).

HINGE ASSEMBLY WITH SLOW CLOSE AND OPTIONAL SLOW OPEN CHARACTERISTICS

An appliance hinge assembly includes an arm to mate with a receiver. A door mounting lever is adapted to be connected to an appliance door, and the lever includes an inner end pivotally connected to the arm. The lever pivots relative to the arm between a first position and a second position, through an intermediate position. A slide link is located adjacent the lever. The slide link inner end is pivotally connected to the arm at a location that is offset from the main pivot axis such that pivoting movement of the lever results in movement of the slide link relative to the lever. A biasing system includes a spring that urges the lever toward the first position. A damper system includes a damper that damps movement of the lever. Alternatively, the arm connects to the appliance door and the lever connects to the appliance body. 1. A hinge assembly for an associated appliance door , said hinge assembly comprising:an arm;a lever comprising an inner end pivotally connected to the arm and an outer end spaced from said inner end, said lever and arm adapted to pivot relative to each other about a main pivot axis between a first position that corresponds to a closed position of the associated appliance door and a second position that corresponds to an opened position of the associated appliance door, wherein said lever and arm pivot relative to each other through in intermediate position located between the first and second positions when the lever and arm pivot between the first and second positions;a slide link located adjacent the lever and comprising a slide link inner end and a slide link outer end spaced from said slide link inner end, said slide link inner end pivotally connected to the arm at a location that is offset from said main pivot axis such that relative pivoting movement between said lever and said arm about said main pivot axis results in movement of the slide link relative to the lever;a biasing system for urging the arm and lever toward said first position ...

Pivot device and method of generating asymmetric friction torque

A pivot device having asymmetric friction torque is provided. The pivot device includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis, a sleeve surrounding the shaft, the sleeve defining a gap extending longitudinally, the sleeve and the shaft being configured for rotation with respect to one another about the longitudinal axis, and a helical compression element surrounding the sleeve and exerting a compressive force onto the sleeve, wherein a first torque required to rotate the sleeve and the shaft with respect to one another in a first direction differs from a second torque required to rotate the sleeve and the shaft with respect to one another in a second direction opposite to the first direction. A method for providing a pivot device asymmetric friction torque is also provided.

Furniture drive

A furniture drive can move a furniture part movably supported relative to a furniture carcass. The furniture drive includes a housing configured to be at least partially received within a recess of a furniture panel of the furniture carcass in a mounted condition, and an actuating arm arrangement for moving the movable furniture part. A cover is provided on the housing of the furniture drive, and the cover has at least one laterally protruding, substantially ring-shaped flange.

HINGE

A hinge including: a first leaf assembly accommodating a portion of a first panel having a first cut-out section, the first leaf assembly including a first insert component which is tight fittingly receivable within the first cut-out section; a second leaf assembly, hingedly coupled to the first leaf assembly, for accommodating a portion of a second panel having a second cut-out section; a spring operatively coupled to the first and second leaf assemblies to bias the hinge to move from an open position to a closed position; and a dampener to dampen movement of the hinge from the open position to the closed position, wherein said longitudinal dampener axis is disposed between and substantially parallel with planes defined by respective opposing faces of the first panel. 1. A hinge including:a first leaf assembly including a first front leaf component coupled to a first rear leaf component for accommodating therebetween a portion of a first panel having a first cut-out, wherein the first leaf assembly further includes a first insert component located between the first front and rear leaf components, wherein a portion of the first insert component is adapted to locate within the first cut-out;a second leaf assembly hingedly connected to the first leaf assembly about a hinge axis, said second leaf assembly including a second front leaf component coupled to a second rear leaf component for accommodating therebetween a portion of a second panel having a second cut-out, wherein the second leaf assembly further includes a second insert component located between the second front and rear leaf components, wherein a portion of the second insert component is adapted to be located within the second cut-out;a spring operatively coupled to the first and second leaf assemblies to bias the hinge to move from an open position to a closed position; anda dampener, having a longitudinal dampener axis, said dampener at least partially surrounded by the second insert component and at ...

DRIVE DEVICE FOR A HATCH

The present invention relates to a drive device, comprising a cable which is connected at one end to a cable pulley, an actuator for driving the cable pulley, and a torsion bar which generates a torsional moment, wherein the torsion bar is supported on a higher-level assembly in such a way that it can move between a first and a second state of the torsion bar, wherein the torsion bar applies a torque in a first direction over a first partial movement range, applies a torque in a second direction opposite to the first direction over a second partial movement range, and does not apply torque over a third partial movement range. The present invention also relates to a superordinate hatch arrangement. 1. A drive device for a hatch , in particular for a tailgate , comprising:a cable pulley; wherein the cable pulley is configured to wind or unwind the cable depending on a direction of rotation of the cable pulley,', 'wherein the cable pulley is connected to a first superordinate assembly, and', 'wherein the cable pulley is connected at an other end to a second superordinate assembly, which is attached pivotably relative to the first superordinate assembly,, 'a cable connected at one end to the cable pulley,'}an actuator configured to drive the cable pulley; and wherein the torsion bar is supported on at least one of the first superordinate assembly and the second superordinate assembly so that the torsion bar is movable between a first state of the torsion bar and a second state of the torsion bar, wherein the first state of the torsion bar is associated with a closed position of the hatch on the first superordinate assembly, and wherein the second state of the torsion bar is associated in with a maximally open position of the hatch on the first superordinate assembly,', 'wherein the torsion bar is configured to apply a torque in a first direction over a first partial movement range of a total possible movement range between the first state of the torsion bar and the ...

Bendable display apparatus, supporting device, and dual-shaft hinge module

A supporting device includes a dual-shaft hinge module and two buffering modules respectively arranged at two opposite sides of the dual-shaft hinge module. Each dual-shaft hinge module includes two shafts, a linking member clamped between the two shafts, and two side wing members respectively and slidably installed on the two shafts. The two buffering modules are respectively installed on the two shafts and are respectively cooperated with the two side wing members. Each buffering module includes an internal connecting member fixed on and synchronously rotatable with the corresponding shaft and an external connecting member slidably disposed on the internal connecting member and provided to be fixed on a carrying plate. Each side wing member has a limiting portion passing through the corresponding internal connecting member and the corresponding external connecting member.

Opening/closing assistance device for opening/closing device

An opening/closing assist device includes a cam fixed to a first member, which is one of an opening/closing body and a coupling subject of the opening/closing body, a contact element located on a second member, which is the other one of the opening/closing body and the coupling subject, and a damper stay. The damper stay includes a first end rotatably connected to the first member and a second end rotatably connected to the contact element. The contact element is maintained in the state of being pressed against the cam by means of the elastic force of the damper stay. The cam has a shape that is set so that a moment generated at the cam based on the elastic force applied by the contact element is generated so that a moment required to rotate the opening/closing body is in accordance with operation characteristics required for the opening/closing body.

Hinges

An unbiased hinge comprises a first leaf having a first front leaf plate, a first rear leaf plate and a first intermediate leaf member connected between the first front leaf plate and the first rear leaf plate. The hinge comprises a second leaf hingedly coupled to the first leaf, the second leaf having a second front leaf plate, a second rear leaf plate and a second intermediate leaf member connected between the second front leaf plate and the second rear leaf plate. The hinge comprises at least one dampener having a body received within the first or second intermediate leaf member and a shock absorbing member slidably received within the body of the at least one dampener to dampen hinged movement of the first leaf and the second leaf from an open position of the hinge toward a closed position of the hinge.

Hinge device with dampening of end strokes

A hinged device with dampening of the opening (A) and/or closing (C) end strokes of a door of an appliance includes a first element () to be fixed to a body and a second element () to be fixed to the door of the appliance and hinged by a hinge pin () so that the door rotates along the opening (A) and closing (C) end strokes and an intermediate (I) stroke around the hinge pin (). The device includes a cradle () sliding into the first element () and a connecting rod () connected to the cradle () and to the second element () for translation, following the door rotation, of the cradle () that slidably houses a damper () of variable length and provided with sliding members () sliding into first slots () of the cradle () and into second slots () of the first element (). 11335771113131511175511212112527311133331212527311125273332527312725333252721. Hinge device () with dampening of an end portion (A) of an opening stroke , an end portion (C) of a closing stroke , or both end portion appliance , and comprising a first element () fixable to a body of the appliance and a second element fixable to the door of appliance , where the first () and second () elements , in an assembled condition , are mutually connected by means of a hinge pin () for the rotation of the door along the end portions (A , C) of the opening and closing strokes and along an interposed intermediate portion (I) of the opening and closing strokes of the door around a rotation axis of the hinge pin (); the device () comprises a cradle () for sliding along or within the first element () , and a connecting rod () having an end connected by a respective rotation pin () to the cradle () and another end connected by a respective rotation pin () to the second element () , such that the rotation of second element () in the end portion (A) of the opening stroke , in the intermediate portion (I) of the opening and closing strokes of the door , and in the end portion (C) of the closing stroke , causes corresponding ...

ONE-WAY CLUTCH FOR USE IN A NO-BACK CLUTCH DESIGN

An actuator is provided and includes first and second shafts, a friction plate affixed to the second shaft, a one-way clutch that includes an inner diameter portion affixed to the first shaft, an outer diameter portion and a one-way clutch portion interposed between the inner and output diameter portions and a bearing. The bearing is disposed such that a compressive load path is formed from the first shaft, through the bearing and the outer diameter portion and to the friction plate and the second shaft. The one-way clutch portion is configured for free-wheeling during forward rotation of the first shaft that permits forward rotation transmission to the second shaft and for jamming during reverse rotation of the first shaft to create a drag event on the friction plate that inhibits reverse rotation transmission to the second shaft. 1. An actuator , comprising:first and second shafts;a friction plate affixed to the second shaft;a one-way clutch comprising an inner diameter portion affixed to the first shaft, an outer diameter portion and a one-way clutch portion interposed between the inner and output diameter portions; anda bearing disposed such that a compressive load path is formed from the first shaft, through the bearing and the outer diameter portion and to the friction plate and the second shaft,the one-way clutch portion being configured for free-wheeling during forward rotation of the first shaft that permits forward rotation transmission to the second shaft and for jamming during reverse rotation of the first shaft to create a drag event on the friction plate that inhibits reverse rotation transmission to the second shaft.2. The actuator according to claim 1 , wherein the first shaft comprises an input shaft and the second shaft comprises an output shaft.3. The actuator according to claim 2 , wherein the input shaft comprises a central shaft portion and a screw flange extending radially outwardly from the central shaft portion.4. The actuator according to ...

CASEMENT SLIDING OPERATOR

A casement window operator includes a linear input mechanism configured to be mounted to a stationary frame of a casement window, a linear to rotary motion converter operably coupled to an output of the linear input mechanism, a gear reducer operably coupled to an output of the rotary motion converter, and a sash arm operably coupled to an output of the gear reducer to rotate in conjunction with the output of the gear reducer. The sash arm is configured to extend from the stationary frame of the casement window to a rotatable window sash of the casement window. 116.-. (canceled)17. A method of operating a casement window , the method comprising sliding a linear input mechanism mounted to a stationary frame of the casement window , wherein the casement window includes:the stationary frame;a rotatable window sash pivotably connected to the stationary frame; and the linear input mechanism mounted to the stationary frame;', 'a linear to rotary motion converter operably coupled to an output of the linear input mechanism;', 'a gear reducer operably coupled to an output of the rotary motion converter; and', 'an sash arm operably coupled to an output of the gear reducer to rotate in conjunction with the output of the gear reducer,', 'wherein a distal end of the sash arm is connected to the rotatable window sash such that rotation of the sash arm drives pivoting of the rotatable window sash relative to the stationary frame in response to the sliding of the linear input mechanism., 'a casement window operator, the casement window operator including18. The method of claim 17 , wherein the linear input mechanism includes a handle to facilitate manual operation of the casement window operator by a user.19. The method of claim 17 , wherein the linear to rotary motion converter includes a rack and pinion.20. The method of claim 17 , wherein the linear to rotary motion converter includes a line attached to the linear input mechanism and extending around an input of the gear reducer ...

HINGE FOR FURNITURE OR DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

The disclosure relates to a hinge for furniture or domestic appliances, comprising a lateral part on which a hinge part is pivotally mounted via two levers. A damping device is provided having a movable damping element which is mounted in a movable manner between guide elements for damping purposes and which can be moved via a first actuation element during a closing movement of the hinge before reaching the closed position. A second actuation element is provided which pushes the damping element during an opening movement of the hinge before reaching the maximum opening position for damping an opening process. In this manner, the hinge provides an opening as well as a closing damping function. 1. A hinge , having a side part , on which a hinge part is mounted so it is pivotable via two levers , wherein a damping device is provided , the damping device having a movable damping element , which is mounted so it is displaceable or pivotable between guide elements for damping and is movable via a first actuating element during a closing movement of the hinge before reaching the closed position , wherein a second actuating element is provided , which moves the damping element during an opening movement of the hinge for opening damping before reaching the maximally open position.2. The hinge according to claim 1 , wherein the opening damping of the damping device is active at least 10° claim 1 , preferably at least 20° claim 1 , before the maximally open position.3. The hinge according to claim 1 , wherein the first and/or the second actuating element is fixed on one of the levers or is integrally formed with one of the levers.4. The hinge according to claim 1 , wherein the damping device is active at least 10° claim 1 , before the closed position.5. The hinge according to claim 1 , wherein the damping device is inactive in a middle opening range between closing damping and opening damping both in the opening direction and also in the closing direction.6. The hinge ...

Braking device

A brake device for a drivable part, in particular for use for a vehicle flap, in particular in an automobile, includes a drivable load device (11) which can be radially brought into contact with a disc (90) of the drivable part, with a first holding position and a second release position. At least one brake element rests against the periphery (92) of the disc (90) in a frictional manner in the holding position and secures the disc (90) from rotating using a specifiable force. In the release position, the at least one brake element is arranged at a distance from the periphery of the disc (90) and allows a free run of the disc (90), and the load device (11) can be adjusted between the holding position and the release position, preferably by a motor (12). A brake device or a rotating drive with which a drivable part of the drive is secured against a displacement on the basis of the mass of the component to be displaced even when the motor is not being provided with power or is deactivated is achieved in that the first holding position and the second release position are each designed as a metastable holding position.

COUNTERBALANCE MECHANISM WITH OPTIONAL WATERSHIELD, KICKER SPRING, FRICTION BEARING, AND FAIL SAFE SPRING RETENTION MECHANISM

A counterbalance mechanism for coupling with a closure panel to assist in opening and closing of the closure panel between a fully closed position and a fully open position of the closure panel, the counterbalance mechanism including: a housing coupled at one end to one of the closure panel and a body of a vehicle by a first connector and at another end by a second connector to the other of the body and the closure panel, the housing containing an extension member and a spring positioned along a longitudinal axis, the spring positioned adjacent to the first connector; the first connector having a body with a connection portion coupled by a connection to an end of the housing positioned at the one end; and a spring retention mechanism for inhibiting extension of the spring out of the one end of the housing, the spring retention mechanism including: a spring retainer positioned between the spring and the end; and a retainer pin positioned between the spring retainer and the end; wherein upon decoupling of the connection portion with the end, the retainer pin inhibits movement of the spring and the spring retainer towards the one end along the longitudinal axis.

SLIDING DOOR SYSTEMS

An exemplary closure assembly includes a rail assembly and a door assembly movably mounted to the rail assembly. The door assembly includes a rotary damper having a pinion, and the rail assembly includes a rack member operable to engage the pinion. As the door moves from first position to a second position, the rack member engages the pinion, thereby causing the pinion to rotate in a first rotational direction. The rotary damper resists rotation of the pinion in the first direction, thereby slowing movement of the door toward the second position. The rotary damper may be a one-way damper that does not resist rotation of the pinion in a second rotational direction such that the rotary damper does not resist movement of the door from the second position toward the first position.

SPINDLE DRIVE FOR THE MOTOR ADJUSTMENT OF AN ADJUSTMENT ELEMENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

A spindle drive for the motor-driven adjustment of an adjustable element including a housing, a body connector, an adjustable element connector, a spindle nut, a spindle disposed in the housing and operatively connected to the spindle nut and the adjustable element. Either the spindle translate along a drive axis, extending in an axial direction, to move the adjustable element between an open position and a closed position, a planetary gear assembly operatively coupled to and disposed between the spindle nut and the motor, the planetary gear assembly including, a sun wheel, a planet carrier, a gear carried by the planet carrier, an annulus connected to the housing and arranged coaxially to the sun wheel, and a first frictional element non-rotatably fixed with respect to the housing and connected to either the planet gear or the planet carrier. The first frictional element brakes movement of the spindle or the spindle nut.

Locking device for locking a charging flap of an electrically operated motor vehicle and electrically operated motor vehicle comprising such a locking device

A locking device for locking a charging flap of an electrically operated motor vehicle, with a latching device, a latch catch device and a receiving device. The receiving device includes a receptacle in which the latch catch device is accommodated in a form-fitting manner and is fixedly clamped. The latching device is connectable to a body component of the motor vehicle and the receiving device is connectable to the charging flap of the motor vehicle. The latching device is connectable in a locking position in a form-fitting manner to the latch catch device and in a release position is separable from the latch catch device. The latch catch device is designed in order, in the locking position of the latching device, to be removable without destruction from the receptacle by exertion of a predetermined minimum pull-off force by the latching device along a pull-off direction. 1. A locking device for locking a charging flap of an electrically operated motor vehicle , said locking device comprising:a latching device,a latch catch device, anda receiving device comprising a receptacle in which the latch catch device is accommodated in a form-fitting manner and is fixedly clamped,wherein the latching device is connectable to a body component of the motor vehicle and the receiving device is connectable to the charging flap of the motor vehicle,wherein the latching device is connectable in a locking position in a form-fitting manner to the latch catch device and, in a release position, is separable from the latch catch device, andwherein the latch catch device is configured, in the locking position of the latching device, to be removable without destruction from the receptacle by means of exertion of a predetermined minimum pull-off force by the latching device along a pull-off direction.2. The locking device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the receptacle has a cylindrical first receiving portion and a funnel-shaped second receiving portion which opens into the first ...

AUTOMATIC DOOR DEVICE AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE

An automatic door device includes a driving motor and a transmission system. An input end of the transmission system is coupled to an output shaft of the driving motor, an output end of the transmission system is coupled to a door shaft, and the transmission system has a transmission link to transmit an output torque of the driving motor to the door shaft. A clutch mechanism is disposed on the transmission link of the transmission system. Accordingly, when the door is subjected to an external force, the transmission link between the door and the driving motor can be automatically disconnected, so that while an automatic door function implemented, it is ensured that a user may not be affected by the resistance brought by the automatic door device when the user opens/closes the door manually, thereby optimizing user experience. 119-. (canceled)20. An automatic door device , comprising:a door shaft;a driving motor having an output shaft;a transmission system having an input end coupled to said output shaft of said driving motor, said transmission system having an output end coupled to said door shaft, said transmission system having a transmission link to transmit an output torque of said driving motor to said door shaft; anda clutch mechanism disposed on said transmission link of said transmission system.21. The automatic door device according to claim 20 , wherein:said clutch mechanism is in an engaged state when said door shaft is not subjected to an external torque; andsaid clutch mechanism enters a separated state to disconnect said transmission link when said door shaft is subjected to the external torque in a same direction.22. The automatic door device according to claim 20 , wherein said transmission system comprises:a first set of transmission gears having a first gear coupled to said output shaft of said driving motor and a last gear coupled to an input end of said clutch mechanism; anda second set of transmission gears having a first gear coupled to an ...

Hinge assembly and portable electronic device

A hinge assembly, including a rotating shaft and a pair of cams, is provided. The cams are sleeved on the rotating shaft so as to be rotatable relative to each other. The pair of cams respectively has a first flat surface and a second flat surface facing each other, and a curved surface adjacent to the first flat surface and the second flat surface. The first flat surface of one of the cams passes by the curved surface to move from one flat surface to the other flat surface of the other cam, so as to enable the pair of cams to move relatively away or closer along an axial direction of the rotating shaft. The curved surfaces of the cams are in surface contact when the first flat surface passes by the curved surface. A portable electronic device is also provided.

VEHICLE DOOR CHECK

A door check for vehicle doors, e.g. car doors having a door strap for being mounted to the chassis and a retainer for being mounted to the door movably and supporting the door strap relative to the retainer and provides a particular precise control over the door movement if the retainer has a cylinder supporting a piston which is spring loaded against the door strap and if an actuator is configured to augment the pressure in the cylinder upon demand to thereby augment the friction between the piston and the door strap. 1. A door check comprising:at least one door strap for being movably mounted to a vehicle chassis;a retainer for being mounted to a vehicle door, the retainer movably supporting the door strap and enabling a movement of the door strap relative to the retainer along a longitudinal axis of the door strap, the retainer comprising at least one cylinder with a cylinder axis, a cylinder bottom and an opposed cylinder opening, the cylinder accommodating a piston, the piston being movable along the cylinder axis and being spring loaded to transmit a force to the door strap thereby creating a frictional force opposite to a movement of the door strap; anda controllable actuator coupled by a coupler to the piston and adapted to increase a force exerted via the piston to the door strap.2. The door check of claim 1 , wherein a spring is positioned in the cylinder between the cylinder bottom and the piston claim 1 , the spring loading the piston towards the door strap.3. The door check of claim 2 , wherein a coupler bypasses the spring.4. The door check of claim 1 , wherein the cylinder has a further opening to receive a plunger coupled to the actuator.5. The door check of claim 1 , wherein a volume between the cylinder bottom and the piston is filled with a fluid and wherein an activation of the actuator augments and/or reduces a fluid pressure thereby augmenting and/or reducing a force via the piston to the door strap.6. The door check of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Furniture hinge comprising a damper

The invention relates to a furniture hinge comprising a stop element and a hinge cup that is pivotally connected to said stop element by means of an articulated lever, a damper being arranged in a housing and this housing being connected to said hinge cup by means of securing elements. The hinge cup comprises a centring region and a mounting region that has a cup depth less than that of the centring region and, in said mounting region, the housing with the damper is secured to the hinge cup from the outside. This achieves a damped furniture hinge which can be cleaned easily and can be installed quickly on a furniture part. 12021302320605050305515525533031343150603430. A furniture hinge () having a detent element () and a hinge boss () that by way of an articulated lever () is pivotably connected to the detent element () , wherein a damper () is disposed in a housing () , and wherein the housing () is connected to the hinge boss () by way of fastening elements (. , . , .) , characterized in that the hinge boss () has a centering region () and an assembly region () , the latter having a boss depth that is reduced in relation to the centering region () , and in that the housing () having the damper () in the assembly region ()is fastened to the hinge boss () from the outside.2102321303034603123. The furniture hinge () as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the articulated lever () is pivotably mounted in the centering region () of the hinge boss () claim 1 , in that the hinge boss () is open toward the assembly region () claim 1 , and in that a portion of the damper () protrudes into the interior space of the centering region () and into the adjustment travel of the articulated lever ().3106061626023. The furniture hinge () as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the damper () is configured as a linear damper claim 1 , in particular as a hydraulic linear damper claim 1 , and in that a movably mounted piston () or a movably mounted cylinder () of the damper ...

Slow open and/or slow close hinge assembly and hinge system

A damped hinge assembly includes a hinge arm adapted to be connected to an associated appliance body. A channel is pivotally connected to the hinge arm and is adapted to be connected to an associated appliance door. A damper is operatively connected between the channel and the hinge arm. The damper includes a body defining a bore and a piston slidably received in the bore. A rod is connected to the piston and projects outward from the bore. A damper fluid is contained in the bore and acts on the piston to dampen sliding movement of the piston in at least one direction in the bore. A spring is located in the bore and acts on the piston to bias the piston toward one end of the bore. An oven or other appliance includes at least one damped hinge assembly. The appliance can include two damped hinge assemblies, each with or without the spring, arranged such that one hinge assembly provides damping primarily during opening of the appliance door and the other hinge assembly provides damping primarily during closing of the appliance door.

HINGE FOR FURNITURE OR DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

A hinge comprises a hinge part, which can be secured on a door of the shutter and is mounted on a side part such that it can be pivoted via a carrying lever and a guide lever, also comprises at least one spring, by means of which the hinge part, in a self-retracting region of the hinge, is prestressed into a closed position, and further comprises a linear damper with a piston rod, which can be moved relative to a damper housing and is intended for damping a closing and/or opening movement of the hinge part, wherein a deflecting element is provided, said deflecting element being mounted on the side part such that it can be rotated about an axis and being arranged between the damper and the guide lever so that, during a closing movement of the hinge part, it moves the damper in order to generate a damping force, wherein, during an opening movement of the hinge part, the deflecting element moves the damper in order to generate a damping force before the fully open position of the hinge part has been reached. This makes it possible to avoid hard impact of a door in the opening direction. 1. A hinge , having a side part , on which a hinge part is mounted so it is pivotable via at least one guide lever and a damping device , the damping device having a rotatable actuating element , which is pre-tensioned via a spring in a starting position , wherein a first activation region of the actuating element for closing damping is activated upon closing of the hinge , wherein the actuating element has a second activation region for opening damping.2. The hinge according to claim 1 , wherein the actuating element is moved in the same direction during the closing damping and the opening damping.3. The hinge according to claim 1 , wherein the actuating element is mounted so it is rotatable on the hinge part about an axis and has a first arm having the first activation region and a second arm having the second activation region.4. The hinge according to claim 3 , wherein the first arm ...

Home appliance

A home appliance is provided. The home appliance includes a main body having an opening, a door disposed on one side of the main body, the door being configured to open or close the opening, and a damping assembly configured to be operated by the door. The damping assembly includes a first lever installed in the main body, the first lever being configured to be movable when the door is pressed, a second lever connected to the first lever, and a cylinder connected to the second lever, the cylinder being configured to be movable in a direction that is parallel to a movement path of the first lever.

Rebound suppression system for sliding door

A rebound suppression system for a sliding door is provided with a sliding door, a rail provided on an outer frame of the sliding door, a roller secured to the sliding door and configured to rotate in accordance with opening and closing motions of the sliding door, a fitting portion having a width smaller than the breadth of the roller and provided on at least a part of the rail, a rebound preventing roller having a breadth smaller than that of the fitting portion, and a pressing mechanism configured to press the rebound preventing roller against the rail and the fitting portion by means of an elastic body.

Vehicle provided with a sliding door

A vehicle having a door slidably mounted on a shell. The vehicle includes at least one assistance device, comprising both a winder carrying a strap and a receptacle, the winder including a brake for braking unwinding of the strap from the winder, one of the winder and receptacle being fastened to the shell and one of the winder and receptacle being fastened to the door, the strap carrying a latchplate suitable for being reversibly attached to the receptacle.

Door hinge having buffering function

Disclosed is a door hinge having a buffering function, including: a casing within which a damper is disposed in an axially movable manner, an end portion of a piston rod at the front end of the damper being fixedly connected to the casing; a hinge cup; a linking member A with a right end rotatably disposed inside the casing via a first rotating shaft and a left end rotatably connected to the hinge cup via a third rotating shaft; and a connecting member B with a right end rotatably disposed inside the casing via a second rotating shaft and a left end rotatably connected to the hinge cup via a fourth rotating shaft. The end portion at the right end of the linking member A or the connecting member B is disposed corresponding to the rear end of the damper.

FRICTION BRAKE

A friction brake including a shaft having an input end and an output end, at least one lock collar, at least one tolerance ring disposed between the lock collar and the shaft providing an interference fit therebetween, and a locking component adapted to engage the lock collar to prevent rotation of the lock collar. 1. A friction brake comprising:a shaft having an input end and an output end;at least one lock collar;at least one tolerance ring disposed between the lock collar and the shaft providing an interference fit therebetween; anda locking component adapted to engage the lock collar to prevent rotation of the lock collar.2. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the tolerance ring is adapted to provide rotation of the shaft when the lock collar is prevented from rotating.3. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the locking component comprises locking pins.4. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the locking component engages the lock collar based on an actuation signal provided by magnetic claim 1 , electric claim 1 , or electromagnetic means.5. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the at least one tolerance ring has a diameter of no greater than about 20 mm.6. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the at least one tolerance ring has a length of no greater than about 20 mm.7. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the at least one tolerance ring has a holding torque of about 1≤X≤about 7 N·m.8. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the at least one tolerance ring comprises an annular band and a plurality of projections around the circumference of the annular band.9. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the friction brake further comprises at least one washer.10. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the friction brake further comprises a bearing.11. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the friction brake further comprises a housing at least partially surrounding the lock collar.12. The friction brake of claim 1 , wherein the friction brake ...

SELF REGULATING COUNTERBALANCE MECHANISM WITH FRICTION

A friction based counterbalance mechanism for coupling with a closure panel of a vehicle, the counterbalance mechanism including: a housing having a first pivot mount for connecting to one of a body of the vehicle and the closure panel; an extension member coupled to the housing and being extendable and retractable with respect to the housing, the extension member for connecting by a second pivot mount to the other of the body and the closure panel; a variable friction mechanism mounted in the housing having: a shaft having an axis; a washer positioned on the axis; a pinion with a friction body positioned on the shaft and adjacent to the washer, the pinion rotatable about the axis relative to the washer during rotation of the shaft to generate friction between the washer and the friction body; and a slider body positioned on the axis.

DOOR BRAKE SYSTEM, IN PARTICULAR FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

A door brake system for braking and locking a hinged door of a motor vehicle includes a stop and a base body, which is moved relative to the stop via a swiveling motion of the door. The base body is hinged and/or detachably fastened to the door. The stop is arranged on the door frame or on a body of the motor vehicle. The base body is guided relative to the stop in a positive manner to improve an effect and/or the kinematics of the door brake system. 110-. (canceled)11. A door brake system for a door of a motor vehicle comprising:a stop;a base body configured to move relative to the stop;an adjustable counter-stop arranged on the base body for braking a relative motion of the base body via the stop; andan actuator for adjusting the counter-stop on the base body.12. The door brake system according to claim 11 , wherein the base body comprises a fixed counter-stop spaced apart from the adjustable counter-stop for braking a relative motion of the base body by the stop.13. The door brake system according to claim 11 , wherein the stop and at least one counter-stop are configured to lock the base body in a locked position.14. The door brake system according to claim 11 , further comprising a threaded spindle operatively connected with the actuator and the adjustable counter-stop for adjusting the adjustable counter-stop by the actuator.15. The door brake system according to claim 12 , wherein the threaded spindle is hingedly connected to the actuator.16. The door brake system according to claim 12 , wherein the threaded spindle is rigidly connected to the actuator.17. The door brake system according to claim 12 , wherein the threaded spindle is arranged in the base body.18. The door brake system according to claim 17 , wherein the threaded spindle is slideably mounted in at least two bearings.19. The door brake system according to claim 11 , wherein the stop and at least one counter-stop each comprise at least two contact surfaces claim 11 , which are arranged on ...

MULTI-LINK HINGE DEVICE

An embodiment of the present invention provides a multi-link hinge device in which any one of a plurality of links connecting a plurality of levers to each other may serve as a link and at the same time serve as a cover, thereby preventing a finger or the like from being caught in a space between the plurality of levers in advance when the door is opened or closed. 1. A multi-link hinge device , comprising:a bottom lever installed on a main body of a member provided with a door, the bottom lever having a first bottom fastening hole and a second bottom fastening hole spaced apart from each other at an end side thereof;a top lever installed on the door of the main body, the top lever having a first top fastening hole and a second top fastening hole spaced apart from each other;a body lever having one end connected to the first bottom fastening hole and having a first body fastening hole formed at the other end and a second body fastening hole formed at an inner side thereof;a first link pivotally connected to the first top fastening hole and the first body fastening hole;a second link pivotally connected to the second top fastening hole and the second body fastening hole and having a link center fastening hole formed therein; anda third link pivotally connected to the link center fastening hole and the second bottom fastening hole,wherein the second link is pivotally connected to the second top fastening hole and the second body fastening hole outside the top lever and the body lever, and is formed to have a predetermined size so as to cover an area spaced from the first link from the outside.2. The multi-link hinge device according to claim 1 , wherein the second link is formed in a polygonal shape so as to cover the area between the top lever claim 1 , the body lever and the first link continuously as the door moves from an open position to a closing position.3. The multi-link hinge device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a rocker arm installed between the ...

CLOSER APPARATUS

The closer according to the present disclosure, which is installed on a door, can control damping force applied to the door in a stepwise manner through coupling to the damping device, the damping chamber, and the torsion device, and has a simple configuration, thereby providing advantages in which durability is excellent and lifespan is long. Furthermore, the damping device of the closer can be easily manufactured, can reduce manufacturing costs, can improve the reliability of the accurate regulation and damping operation of working fluid, and can accurately control of the resistance of the working fluid. The damping chamber of the closer can facilitate the formation of a flow path for working fluid, can accurately control the resistance of the working fluid, and can enable the control of the resistance of the working fluid to be easily performed on an interval basis. 1. A closer comprising a damping device , the damping device comprising:a damping housing configured such that both ends thereof are sealed by first and second sealing parts, and such that connection flow paths configured to connect a center portion in a lengthwise direction with an edge is formed in the first sealing part;a piston configured to pass through the second sealing part and to be inserted into the damping housing, and provided with a head to be subject to pressure of working fluid; anda damping chamber configured such that an internal space thereof is divided into first and second spaces in contact with the first and second sealing parts, respectively, by the head, and such that a flow path for working fluid is provided between the first and second spaces.2. The closer of claim 1 , wherein the closer further comprises a torsion device configured to be coupled to the damping device claim 1 , and the torsion device comprises:a sliding member configured to be coupled to the piston of the damping device so that they can reciprocate together; anda rotating member configured to be fitted over ...

HYDRAULICALLY DAMPED ACTUATOR

A hydraulically damped actuator suitable for closing a hingedly connected closure system includes a tubular cylinder barrel, an energy storing mechanism for storing energy when the closure system is being opened and for restoring the energy to close the closure system, and a hydraulic damping mechanism for damping a closing movement of the closure system. The damping mechanism has a closed cylinder cavity that is partly formed by a collar that is integrally formed with the tubular cylinder barrel, a guiding element that is bolted to said collar and a piston that is irrotatably and slideably with respect to the tubular cylinder barrel coupled to said guiding element. The guiding element is fixedly positioned with respect to the tubular cylinder barrel, without needing a screw connection. 1. A hydraulically damped actuator for closing a closure system having a first member and a second member that are hingedly connected to each other , the actuator comprising:a first connection element configured for connecting the actuator to the first member, the first connection element comprising a tubular cylinder barrel having a longitudinal axis;a second connection element configured for connecting the actuator to the second member;an energy storing mechanism operatively connected with said first connection element and said second connection element and configured for storing energy when said closure system is being opened and for restoring said energy to effect closure of said closure system; anda hydraulic damping mechanism inside the tubular cylinder barrel and operatively connected with said first connection element and said second connection element and configured for damping a closing movement of said closure system, the damping mechanism comprising:a closed cylinder cavity in said tubular cylinder barrel, the closed cylinder cavity having a longitudinal axis and being filled with a volume of hydraulic fluid;a shaft that extends into the closed cylinder cavity and is ...

Drive assembly for a closure element of a motor vehicle

A drive assembly configured to adjust a motor vehicle closure element including a clutch assembly provided with an input connection and an output connection. The clutch assembly includes a main braking element, configured to brake a movement from the output side, and a freewheel assembly configured to engage the main braking element from movement of the output side and disengage the main braking element by means of a movement from the input side. The brake assembly includes an auxiliary braking element configured to produce a predetermined permanent braking action by means of which the auxiliary braking element acts at least against the movement introduced on the output side, and that the predetermined permanent braking action of the auxiliary braking element has to be overcome to enable the freewheel assembly to disengage.

Hinge and damping device

A damping device is applicable to a hinge. The damping device includes a damper and a blocking member. The damper includes a first movable member and a second movable member movable relative to each other. The first movable member has a first abutting part and a second abutting part. The first abutting part and the second abutting part are located at different longitudinal positions on the first movable member. The blocking member is movable relative to the damper and configured to abut against one of the first abutting part and the second abutting part of the first movable member.

Furniture hinge comprising a damper and a spring

The invention relates to a furniture hinge comprising a stop element and a hinge cup which is pivotally connected to said stop element by means of an articulated lever, a damper being arranged in a housing, said housing being connected to the hinge cup by means of securing means, and a spring being functionally connected to the hinge cup and the stop element or the articulated lever. According to the invention, the housing comprises a spring seat by means of which said spring is secured to the housing. This achieves a damped, compact furniture hinge which has a spring to support at least the closing action, and which is easy to mount. 120213023206050503024302123. A furniture hinge () having a detent element () and a hinge boss () that by way of an articulated lever () is pivotably connected to the detent element () , wherein a damper () is disposed in a housing () , wherein the housing () is connected to the hinge boss () by way of fastening means , and wherein a spring () is operatively connected to the hinge boss () and to the detent element () or to the articulated lever () ,characterized in that{'b': 50', '53', '24', '50, 'the housing () has a spring receptacle () by way of which the spring () is fastened to the housing ().'}210. The furniture hinge () as claimed in claim 1 ,characterized in that{'b': 53', '50, 'the spring receptacle () is molded so as to be integral to the housing ().'}310. The furniture hinge () as claimed in either of and claim 1 ,characterized in that{'b': 53', '50', '24', '53, 'the spring receptacle () is formed by a groove that is incorporated, in particular molded, in an external face of the housing (), and/or in that the spring () by way of a portion is plug-fitted into the spring receptacle () that is configured as a groove.'}410. The furniture hinge () as claimed in one of to claim 1 ,characterized in that{'b': 24', '24', '2', '24', '2', '24', '1', '24', '24', '1', '53, 'the spring () is formed from two leg springs (.) that are ...

DEVICE FOR DAMPING THE MOVEMENT OF A PIVOTABLY MOUNTED COMPONENT

A device for damping the movement of a pivotably mounted component, in particular of a flap which is mounted pivotably in a vehicle, the device including a rotation damper and a transmission element which is connectable to the component in such a manner that a pivoting movement of the component brings about a rotation of the transmission element, wherein the transmission element has a toothing at least in sections on its circumference, and wherein a toothed gearing is provided which is in engagement with the toothing of the transmission element and multiplies a rotational speed of the transmission element into a higher rotational speed of the rotation damper. 1. A device for damping the movement of a pivotably mounted component , the device comprising a rotation damper and a transmission element which is connectable to the component in such a manner that a pivoting movement of the component brings about a rotation of the transmission element , wherein the transmission element has a toothing at least in sections on its circumference , and wherein a toothed gearing is provided which is in engagement with the toothing of the transmission element and multiplies a rotational speed of the transmission element into a higher rotational speed of the rotation damper.2. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the toothed gearing is a spur gearing.3. The device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the toothed gearing comprises a gear wheel which is connected to the rotation damper for conjoint rotation.4. The device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the toothing of the gear wheel has a smaller reference diameter than the toothing of the transmission element.5. The device as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the toothed gearing furthermore has an intermediate gear wheel with a first toothing which is in engagement with the toothing of the transmission element and a second toothing which is in engagement with the gear wheel and is arranged coaxially with respect to the first toothing ...

HINGE AND METHOD FOR OPENING AND CLOSING A HINGE

A hinge has a side part fixable on a wall and a hinge part, which is pivotable in relation to the side part and is fixable on a door. Two levers are provided on the side part and the hinge part, which are each rotatably mounted on the side part and on the hinge part, and a linear damper having a housing and a piston rod is arranged in the side part. 112324523231021112454101121245. A hinge () having a side part () fixable on a wall and a hinge part () , which is pivotable in relation to the side part () and is fixable on a door , wherein two levers ( , ) , which are each rotatably mounted on the side part () and on the hinge part () , are provided between the side part () and the hinge part () , and a linear damper () arranged in the side part () , the linear damper having a housing () and a piston rod () , wherein a control curve () is formed on one of the levers () , which control curve compresses the linear damper () during a closing movement , wherein the housing () of the linear damper is immovably fixed in the side part () and the piston rod () is movable by the control curve ().212324523231021112454101121245. A hinge () having a side part () fixable on a wall and a hinge part () , which is pivotable in relation to the side part () and is fixable on a door , wherein two levers ( , ) , which are each rotatably mounted on the side part () and on the hinge part () , are provided between the side part () and the hinge part () , and a linear damper () arranged in the side part () , the linear damper having a housing () and a piston rod () , wherein a control curve () is formed on one of the levers () , which control curve compresses the linear damper () during a closing movement before reaching a closed position and during an opening movement before reaching the maximally open position , wherein the housing () of the linear damper is immovably fixed in the side part () and the piston rod () is movable by the control curve ().310. The hinge according to claim 1 , ...

HINGE

A hinge used for being installed between a door leaf and a door frame or between a sash and a window frame (). The hinge includes a gear and rack unit and an inclined draw bar (). The gear and rack unit is installed on the door frame or window frame (). A gear () is rotatably installed on the door frame or window frame (). A rack is located on one side of the gear (). The gear () is meshed with the rack. A gear installation portion () is arranged on one side of the gear (). Both ends of the inclined draw bar () are installed on the door leaf and door frame or the sash and window frame () respectively. According to the present invention, the problem that the existing hinge is unreasonably stressed and prone to damage is effectively solved. 1. A hinge used for being installed between a door leaf and a door frame or between a sash and a window frame , wherein the hinge comprises a gear and rack unit and an inclined draw bar , the gear and rack unit is installed on the door frame or window frame , wherein the gear is rotatably installed on the door frame or window frame , the rack is located on one side of the gear , the gear is meshed with the rack , a gear installation portion arranged on one side of the gear is used for being installed on the door frame or window frame , and both ends of the inclined draw bar are installed on the door leaf and door frame or the sash and window frame respectively.2. The hinge according to claim 1 , wherein the hinge comprises a gear installation shaft which is horizontally movably installed on the door frame or window frame claim 1 , and the gear is installed on the gear installation shaft.3. The hinge according to claim 2 , wherein the hinge comprises a first support bar and a second support bar claim 2 , the gear and rack unit is installed on the first support bar claim 2 , one end of the second support bar is installed on the gear installation portion claim 2 , both ends of the inclined draw bar are installed on the first support ...

BRAKING SYSTEM FOR SLIDING DOORS

A braking system for a sliding door system includes a receiver and a driving wedge. The receiver is at a fixed location along a travel path and includes a first braking surface. The driving wedge is attachable to a sliding door assembly of the sliding door system and includes a second braking surface. The driving wedge is movable along the travel path relative to the receiver between a disengaged configuration and an engaged configuration. In the disengaged configuration, the driving wedge is disengaged from the receiver, and, in the engaged configuration, the second braking surface frictionally engages the first braking surface. 1. A sliding door system comprising:a sliding door assembly movable along a travel path;a receiver at a braking location along the travel path, wherein the braking location is fixed along the travel path, and wherein the receiver comprises a first braking surface; anda driving wedge attached to the sliding door assembly, wherein the driving wedge is fixed relative to the sliding door assembly and is movable with the sliding door assembly along the travel path and substantially parallel to the receiver, and wherein the driving wedge comprises a second braking surface that is configured to selectively frictionally engage the first braking surface of the receiver when the driving wedge is at the braking location.2. The sliding door system of claim 1 , wherein the sliding door assembly comprises a door and a carriage supporting the door claim 1 , and wherein the driving wedge is attached to the door or the carriage.3. The sliding door system of claim 1 , wherein the receiver is movable in a direction substantially perpendicular to the travel path as the wedge surface selectively frictionally engages the braking surface at the braking location.4. The sliding door system of claim 3 , wherein the receiver further comprises a biasing element biasing the receiver toward the travel path in the direction substantially perpendicular to the travel path. ...

Improvements in Damper Assemblies

A damper assembly is provided for a hinge, which comprises a damping device ( 10 ) with a piston arranged to be moveable over a working stroke within a cylinder ( 15 ) containing damping fluid. The damping device ( 10 ) is mounted on a bracket ( 11 ) and retained in position by a housing ( 12 ). A mechanism ( 18, 19 ) is provided for converting rotational movement of the hinge in at least part of one direction into actuation of the damping device ( 10 ) on its working stroke. The movement converting mechanism ( 18, 19 ) is arranged to act on the cylinder ( 15 ) at a position substantially outside the range of movement of the piston on its working stroke. The arrangement minimises the transmission of radial forces from the movement of the door to the cylinder ( 15 ).

FLUID DAMPER FOR PARTS THAT ARE MOVABLE RELATIVE TO ONE ANOTHER, COMPRISING A PISTON GUIDED MOVABLY IN A CYLINDER

The invention describes a fluid damper for furniture parts that are movable relative to one another, said fluid damper comprising a piston () guided movably in a cylinder () along a longitudinal axis. At least one through opening () for fluid flowing through is provided in the piston () and/or between the piston () and cylinder (). A sleeve () is arranged so as to be radially rotatable, relative to the piston () against a spring loading, about the longitudinal axis or about an axis running parallel thereto, which sleeve comprises, on its circumference, a number of wings (′) corresponding to the number of through openings (). The spring loading is directed such that the wing (′) exposes the through opening () when the piston () is stationary in the cylinder () and in the event of a movement in a movement direction of the piston () and of the cylinder () relative to one another along the longitudinal axis, and progressively closes said through opening in the event of a movement against the movement direction with increasing relative speed between the piston () and cylinder () along the longitudinal axis. The fluid damper comprises a hollow-cylindrical part of the piston (), which surrounds the sleeve () and the at least one wing (′), which is arranged on the circumference of said sleeve, along at least part of the longitudinal axis thereof. 1. A fluid damper for parts movable relative to one another , in particular furniture parts , having{'b': 4', '1, 'a piston () guided adjustably in a cylinder () along a longitudinal axis,'}{'b': 4', '1', '4', '2', '4', '4', '1, 'at least one through opening (., .) for fluid flowing through, which is embodied in the piston () and/or between the piston () and the cylinder (),'}{'b': 2', '2', '1', '2', '2', '2', '1', '2', '2', '4', '4', '1', '4', '2, 'a sleeve () having wings (., .; .′, .′), which is located radially rotatably relative to the piston () counter to a fluid flowing through about the longitudinal axis or about an axis ...

Rotary damper

Provided is a rotary damper that makes it possible to easily adjust braking torque. A rotary damper that has a partitioning part and first and second adjustment bolts. The partitioning part has: first and second flow paths that connect regions of a partitioned cylindrical chamber; a first insertion hole that connects to the first flow path and to a first adjustment bolt screw hole of a case; and a second insertion hole that connects to the second flow path and to a second adjustment bolt screw hole of the case. The first adjustment bolt is screwed into the first adjustment bolt screw hole and is thereby inserted into the first insertion hole, and the length to which it protrudes into the first flow path can be adjusted. The second adjustment bolt is screwed into the second adjustment bolt screw hole and is thereby inserted into the second insertion hole, and the length to which it protrudes into the second flow path can be adjusted.

Cam mechanism for tuning of string-dampers on hinged compartments

A number of variations may include a product comprising a cam guide mechanism for use with a string-damper comprising a body, wherein the body includes a profiled surface and a groove extending along the profiled surface.

ASSEMBLY AND METHOD TO SLOW DOWN AND GENTLY CLOSE DOOR

An improved selective power assist device includes a controller for controlling a motor selectively coupled to the door and a clutch interposed between a drive shaft and a motor shaft, each having an angular velocity, whereby the motor is operatively coupled with and decoupled from the door. A brake assembly is disposed to synchronize the angular velocities of the drive shaft and the motor shaft allowing the clutch to operatively couple the motor with the door. 1. A motor vehicle door comprising:a controller for controlling a motor selectively coupled to the door and a clutch interposed between a drive shaft and a motor shaft, each having an angular velocity, whereby the motor is operatively coupled with and decoupled from the door; anda brake assembly disposed to synchronize the angular velocities of the drive shaft and the motor shaft allowing the clutch to operatively couple the motor with the door.2. The motor vehicle door of claim 1 , wherein during a door closing event the door has a manual closing mode claim 1 , wherein the clutch decouples the motor from the door claim 1 , and an assisted closing mode claim 1 , wherein the clutch operably couples the motor with the door.3. The motor vehicle door of claim 2 , wherein the door has an angular velocity and an angular position claim 2 , wherein the controller operates the door in the manual closing mode when the angular velocity of the door is within a predefined range of angular velocities and the angular position of the door is within a predefined range of angular positions.4. The motor vehicle door of claim 3 , wherein the predefined range of angular positions includes a first angular position corresponding to an open door position and a second angular position corresponding to a soft close activation angular position claim 3 , whereby upon reaching the soft close activation angular position during the door closing event claim 3 , the controller actuates the brake assembly to synchronize the angular velocity ...

DOOR COMPONENT COMPRISING A CONTROLLABLE DAMPING DEVICE

A door component has a controllable damping device containing a magnetorheological fluid as a working fluid. Two connection units can move relative to one another. One of the two connection units can be connected to a support structure and the other of the two connection units can be connected to a moveable door unit of a vehicle in order to damp a movement of the door unit between a closed position and an open position under control of a control device. The damping device has an electrically adjustable magnetorheological damping valve which is current-less in its adjusted state. A damping property of the damping device is continuously adjusted as needed via an electrical adjustment of the damping valve. 127-. (canceled)28. A door component , comprising:a controllable damper device containing a magnetorheological fluid as working fluid and having two connector units that are movable relative to one another, said two connector units including a first connector unit connectable to a supporting structure and a second connector unit connectable to a movable door device;said damper device being configured to dampen, under control by a control device, a movement of the door at least partially between a closed position and an open position;said damper device including at least one electrically settable magnetorheological damping valve which maintains a set state thereof in an electrically deenergized state, in order, through electrical setting of said damping valve, to permanently set a damping characteristic of said damper device as required.29. The door component according to claim 28 , wherein said damping valve is formed with a flow channel configured to conduct a magnetorheological liquid therethrough claim 28 , wherein said flow channel is to be subjected to a variable magnetic field claim 28 , to thereby influence a flow resistance of the flow channel claim 28 , and thus to set a damping action of said damper device by way of the magnetic field in the flow channel. ...

TORQUE ADJUSTMENT FUNCTION-PROVIDED ROTARY DAMPER

A torque adjustment function-provided rotary damper capable of easily adjusting a torque without needing to use a tool, even in a case where a space cannot be secured on an end portion side of a casing. An adjustment lever is an operation member having an engagement portion and a knob portion. The engagement portion links with an adjuster by engaging with an adjustment end portion such that a cutout fits to a fitting portion. The knob portion is formed integrally with the engagement portion by protruding radially from an outer periphery side of the casing. The knob portion extends to a guide portion along an axial direction of the casing in its outer periphery. The guide portion has a semi-ring shape which is partially cut out. The guide portion is rotatably disposed along an outer periphery of a shaft side cap that closes an end portion of the casing. 1. A torque adjustment function-provided rotary damper comprising:a casing that internally has a pressure chamber;a rotary member whose shaft portion is rotatably accommodated in the pressure chamber;a flange wall that is formed by closing one end portion side of the pressure chamber, that rotatably supports a tip of the shaft portion, and in which a pair of fluid passage holes penetrating the pressure chamber and communicating with the inside and outside of the pressure chamber is formed at an interval in a circumferential direction;a viscous fluid that internally fills the pressure chamber;a valve mechanism that forms a large flow path of the viscous fluid around the shaft portion if the rotary member is rotated in one direction, and that applies a braking torque to the rotation of the rotary member by closing the large flow path if the rotary member is rotated in the other direction;a torque adjustment member that is rotatably disposed in the casing by coming into contact with a surface of the flange wall opposite to the pressure chamber, having an adjustment end portion exposed from the casing, and in which a ...

Damping hinge

A damping hinge includes a first joining part; a revolving part pivotably connected to the first joining part and being capable to revolve among a first position, a second position and a third position; a supporting module arranged within the first joining part for pressing the revolving part to keep the revolving part and the first joining part stay in a relative position; a second joining part fastened to the revolving part for connecting the upper cover; a first enforcement frame arranged on the first joining part; and a damping module including a damper holder pivotably connected to the second joining part, a damper consisted of a damper body fastened on the damper holder as a fixed end and a actuating portion as a free end being able to move up and down, a damper spring connected between the second joining part and the damper holder.

NUT LEADSCREW TYPE AUTOMATIC DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING MECHANISM, AUTOMOBILE AUTOMATIC DOOR AND AUTOMOBILE

The present disclosure relates to a nut leadscrew type automatic door opening and closing mechanism, an automobile automatic door and an automobile. The nut leadscrew type automatic door opening and closing mechanism includes a driving device, a leadscrew, a nut pushing block and a pushing rod, wherein the driving device is fixedly connected to a door, the leadscrew is rotatably mounted on the door, the nut pushing block is sleeved on the leadscrew, a first end of the pushing rod is hinged to the nut pushing block, a second end of the pushing rod is hinged to a main body, the driving device is capable of driving the leadscrew to rotate, so as to allow the nut pushing block and the pushing rod to be reciprocally linearly movable along the leadscrew, and then allow the pushing rod to drive the door to open or close relative to the main body. 1. A nut leadscrew type automatic door opening and closing mechanism , comprising a driving device , a leadscrew , a nut pushing block and a pushing rod , wherein the driving device is fixedly connected to a door , the leadscrew is rotatably mounted on the door , the nut pushing block is sleeved on the leadscrew , a first end of the push rod is hinged to the nut push block and a second end of the push rod is hinged to a main body , the driving device is capable of driving the leadscrew to rotate , so as to allow the nut pushing block and the pushing rod to be reciprocally linearly movable along the leadscrew , and then allow the pushing rod to drive the door to open or close relative to the main body.2. The nut leadscrew type automatic door opening and closing mechanism according to claim 1 , further comprising a bracket fixedly connected to the door claim 1 , both ends of the leadscrew are rotationally connected to the bracket claim 1 , the driving device is fixed to the bracket claim 1 , and the driving device is drivingly connected to the leadscrew.3. The nut leadscrew type automatic door opening and closing mechanism according ...

DAMPER FOR HINGES

Damper () comprising a cylinder () containing a damping fluid, at least one piston () translatable within said cylinder and defining two damping chambers (), and a rod () for controlling the movement of said at least one piston () within said cylinder (), said damper further comprising at least one first and at least one second narrow passages () through which said damping fluid is forced to pass from one to the other of said two damping chambers () when said control rod is controllably moved within said cylinder (), characterized in that said at least one piston () is translatable with respect to said control rod () on the basis of the speed of said control rod (), between a first position (P), in which said at least one piston () prevents said damping fluid from passing through said at least one first narrow passage () and a second position (P) in which said at least one piston () allows said damping fluid to pass through said at least one first narrow passage (), and in that it comprises at least one first elastic member () constrained to said at least one piston () and deformable and/or displaceable with respect to said at least one piston () on the basis of the speed of said at least one control rod () to prevent said fluid from passing through said at least one second narrow passage (), at least when said at least one piston () is in said second position (P). 1122. Damper comprising a cylinder containing a damping fluid , at least one piston translatable within said cylinder and defining two damping chambers , and a rod for controlling the movement of said at least one piston within said cylinder , said damper further comprising at least one first and second narrow passages through which said damping fluid is forced to pass from one to the other of said two damping chambers when said control rod is controllably moved within said cylinder , wherein said at least one piston is translatable with respect to said control rod on the basis of the speed of said ...

DEVICE FOR MANUALLY AND/OR ELECTROMOTIVELY ADJUSTING OR SECURING A FIRST VEHICLE PART AND A SECOND VEHICLE PART RELATIVE TO EACH OTHER

A device for manually and/or electromotively adjusting or securing a first vehicle part and a second vehicle part relative to each other is provided. The device comprising an adjustment part which has a joint for pivotable arrangement on the first vehicle part, wherein the adjustment part is to be arranged on the first vehicle part in such a manner that, when the vehicle parts are adjusted relative to each other, the adjustment part moves relative to the second vehicle part, an output element which is to be arranged on the second vehicle part, is operatively connected to the adjustment part and is drivable in order to move the adjustment part relative to the second vehicle part, and an electromotive drive device for driving the output element, wherein the drive device has a drive motor and a transmission coupling the drive motor to the output element. 131.-. (canceled)33. The device as claimed in claim 32 , wherein the transmission element in the coupling position is held in place relative to a stationary carrier claim 32 , on which the at least one switching element is arranged claim 32 , by blocking contact of the at least one switching element against the coupling element claim 32 ,in the braking position is movable in a braked manner relative to the carrier by braking contact of the at least one switching element against the coupling element, and in the freewheeling position is freely movable relative to the carrier.34. The device as claimed in claim 32 , wherein the switching device is designed in orderto keep the at least one switching element in contact with the coupling element with a predefined maximum force in the coupling position andwith a force which is reduced in relation to the maximum force in the braking position.35. The device as claimed in claim 32 , wherein the switching device has an adjusting element claim 32 , which is connected to an actuator and is drivable via the actuator claim 32 , for adjusting the at least one switching element.36. The ...

Hydraulic hinges with an integrated soft-closure system with a regulatory base and adjustable screws

A hydraulic hinge with a soft-closure integrated system with a regulatory base and adjustable screws, the hydraulic hinge comprising: a main coupling container body; a top cover; a soft-closure adjuster screw; a depth-adjustable screw; a right and left lateral adjustable screw; a height-from-door adjustable screw; four guided rivets; a primary union neck; a union lock; a bowl-shape pushing piece; a closure spring; two stabilizer bushings; a slow-closure neck; a slow-closure yoke; a hydraulic piston; an easy-installation support base; a regulatory support base; two coupling pluralities holes; a coupling plurality of two parallel arms located at the center of the regulatory support base; and a guide rivet that it axially goes from one side to the other side.

DOOR COMPONENT COMPRISING A CONTROLLABLE DAMPING DEVICE

A door component has a controllable damping device and contains a magnetorheological fluid. Two connection units are movable relative to one another. One of the two connection units is connected to a support structure and the other one to a pivotable door unit. The device damps a movement of the door unit between a closed position and an open position in a controlled manner by way of a control unit. The magnetorheological damping device has a piston unit and a cylinder unit surrounding the piston unit. The piston unit divides a cylinder volume into two chambers. The piston unit is equipped with a first one-way valve. The two chambers are connected together, via an external return channel equipped with at least one controllable magnetorheological damping valve, to form a one-way circuit. When the piston unit moves in and out, the magnetorheological fluid flows through the piston unit in the same flow direction. 117-. (canceled)18. A door component , comprising:a controllable, magnetorheological damper device containing a magnetorheological fluid and including two connector units that are movable relative to one another;one of said two connector units being connectable to a supporting structure and another of said two connector units being connectable to a movable door device, in order to effect a controlled damping of a movement of the door device at least partially between a closed position and an open position;said magnetorheological damper device including a piston unit and a cylinder unit surrounding said piston unit, said piston unit dividing a cylinder volume into two chambers;said piston unit having a first one-way valve and said two chambers are connected to one another by means of a return channel and a magnetorheological damping valve, forming a one-way circuit through which the magnetorheological fluid flows in one given flow direction through said piston unit during a retraction of said piston unit and a deployment of said piston unit.19. The door ...

Vehicle interior component

A vehicle interior component comprising a cover rotatably coupled to a base at a pivot joint is disclosed. The component may comprise a mechanism comprising a projection engaging a first surface when the cover is closed and engaging a ramp as the cover is rotated between closed and open positions. The pivot joint may comprise an axle to provide an axis of rotation. The pivot joint may comprise the projection on the axle. One of the projection and the ramp may slide along the other as the cover opens and/or closes. The mechanism may comprise a cam surface and a follower. The base and/or cover may flex at the pivot joint. The cover may comprise a door, bin or sunglass bin. The component may comprise a console, center stack/console, floor console, overhead console, instrument panel, door panel, etc.

SELF-CLOSING HINGE

A self-closing hinge has a housing shaft section with a bore extending therethrough in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis is attachable to a first rotatable member. A bore extends through the housing shaft section. The cross-sectional profile of the bore in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis has at least one arcuate portion and at least one non-arcuate portion. A roll pin rotatably disposed in the bore has substantially the same cross-sectional profile as the bore. A pair of shaft members, each having a shaft-member body attachable to a second rotatable member, has a pin inserted in an interference fit in the opposed ends of the roll-pin bore. The pins have a cross-sectional profile corresponding to the roll-pin cross-sectional profile. 1. A self-closing hinge for pivotably connecting a first rotatable member to a second rotatable member , the self-closing hinge comprising: a housing shaft section having a longitudinal axis, the housing shaft section attachable to the first pivotable member; and', 'a housing shaft-section bore extending through the housing shaft section in a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis, the housing shaft-section bore having a housing shaft-section bore cross-sectional profile in a plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis, the housing shaft-section bore cross-sectional profile having at least one arcuate housing shaft-section bore portion and at least one non-arcuate housing shaft-section bore portion;, 'a housing comprising 'a roll-pin bore extending through the roll pin in the direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis, the roll pin having a roll-pin cross-sectional profile in the plane orthogonal to the longitudinal axis, the roll-pin cross-sectional profile having at least one roll-pin cross-sectional profile arcuate portion and at least one roll-pin cross-sectional profile non-arcuate portion; and', 'a roll pin rotatably disposed in the housing shaft-section bore, the ...

Electromechanical strut with planetary gearset having an integrated flex coupling

An electromechanical strut is provided for moving a pivotal closure member between an open position and a closed position relative to a motor vehicle body. The electromechanical strut includes a drive mechanism having a motor-gearbox assembly and a flex coupling assembly that are operable to drive a rotatable power screw. The drive mechanism is operable to convert rotary motion of the power screw into linear motion of an extensible member to move the extensible member between a retracted position corresponding to the closed position of the closure member and an extended position corresponding to the open position of the closure member. The motor-gearbox assembly includes a motor and a planetary geartrain that is driven by the motor. The planetary geartrain includes an output component driven at a reduced speed relative to the motor speed and which has a drum segment. The flex coupling assembly is operably disposed in a radial orientation between the drum segment and the power screw.

Electromechanical strut with power actuator having supplemental friction control

An electromechanical strut is provided for moving a pivotal closure member between open and closed positions relative to a motor vehicle body. The electromechanical strut includes a drive mechanism having a motor-gearbox assembly, flex coupling assembly, and a spring-loaded supplemental friction assembly that are operable to drive a rotatable power screw. The drive mechanism converts rotary motion of the power screw into linear motion of an extensible member to move the extensible member between a retracted position corresponding to the closure member closed position and an extended position corresponding to the closure member open position. The motor-gearbox assembly includes a motor and a geartrain having an output component driven at a reduced speed relative to the motor speed. The flex coupling assembly is operably disposed between the output component and the power screw. The spring-loaded supplemental friction assembly generates and applies a supplemental frictional force to the flex coupling assembly.

DAMPER

A damper, in particular for fittings for furniture or household appliances, has a housing in which a piston connected to a piston rod is guided in a linearly displaceable manner in an interior space. At least one flow channel is formed on or in the piston, through which the flow passes when the piston is displaced. A volume-compensation element is provided in the housing, which compensates for a volume which is displaced or released when a part of the piston rod is pushed into or pulled out of the housing, being displaceably mounted in the housing. 1121052016101610142522141325. A damper () , in particular for fittings for furniture or household appliances , comprising a housing () in which a piston () connected to a piston rod () is guided in a linearly displaceable manner in an interior space () , wherein at least one flow channel () is formed on or in the piston () , through which flow channel () flow passes when the piston () is displaced , wherein a volume-compensation element () arranged in the housing () is provided , which compensates for a volume which is displaced or released when a part of the piston rod () is pushed into or pulled out of the housing () , being displaceably mounted in the housing () , wherein the volume-compensation element () is held on a cover () which closes the housing () at one end and forms a through-opening for the piston rod ().21413. The damper according to claim 1 , wherein the volume-compensation element () is formed integrally with the cover ().314192. The damper according to claim 1 , wherein the volume-compensation element () has an annular sealing element () which rests against an inner wall of the housing ().4141315. The damper according to claim 1 , wherein the volume-compensation element () is connected to the cover () via at least one bendable web ().5152. The damper according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one bendable web () is spirally aligned in the longitudinal direction of the housing ().6151413. The damper ...

DAMPER FOR A COVERING FOR AN ARCHITECTURAL OPENING

A damper providing varying damping force is provided. The damper may include a housing and a rotary member rotatably received the housing. The rotary member may rotate within the housing between defined end points of travel to define an angular range of travel of the rotary member. An outermost surface of the rotary member may be spaced inwardly from an inner surface of the housing defined between the end points of travel to define a gap between the outermost surface of the rotary member and the inner surface of the housing throughout the angular range of travel. The gap may vary in dimension depending on a rotational position of the rotary member to provide varying damping rates within the angular range of travel of the rotary member. 123-. (canceled)24. A damper comprising:a housing defining an inner surface; anda rotary member rotatable within said housing from a first end point of travel to a second end point of travel such that an angular range of travel of said rotary member is defined between said first and second end points of travel, said rotary member defining a radially outermost surface that is spaced inwardly from said inner surface of said housing to define a gap therebetween along said angular range of travel;wherein:a radial dimension of said gap varies depending on a rotational position of said rotary member such that said damper includes first and second damping regions defined along separate first and second circumferential portions of said inner surface of said housing, respectively, that extend circumferentially between said first and second end points of travel;said damper further includes a third damping region defined along a third circumferential portion of said inner surface of said housing extending circumferentially between said first and second circumferential portions of said inner surface of said housing; anda damping rate of said damper is greater along said first and second damping regions than along said third damping region.25. The ...

ROTARY HINGE ASSEMBLY

A rotary hinge assembly includes a fluid chamber filled with a fluid and a constricted section with a throat area which is tunable by a throat tuner to control the fluid flow passing through the constricted section. Within the fluid chamber, a rotary connecting pin is mounted so that a first longitudinal end of the pin is connected to a door, and a second longitudinal end of the pin is concentrically and rotatably mounted within the fluid chamber. On the second longitudinal end, a vane is connected and adapted to rotate for displacing the fluid present in the fluid chamber towards the constricted section, when the rotary connecting pin undergoes the rotational movement in response to opening and closing of the door. 1. A rotary hinge assembly comprising:a fluid chamber filled with a fluid and comprising a constriction section with a throat area;a throat tuner connected in a region of the throat area of the constricted section, wherein the throat area is tunable by the throat tuner to control fluid flow passing through the constriction section; a first longitudinal end configured to connect to a door of a vehicle and to provide the rotational movement to the rotary connecting pin in response to opening and closing of the door; and', 'a second longitudinal end concentrically and rotatably mounted in the fluid chamber; and, 'a rotary connecting pin mounted within the chamber, wherein the rotary connecting pin comprisesa vane connected to the second longitudinal end of the rotary connecting pin, wherein the vane rotates to displace the fluid present in the fluid chamber towards the constricted section when the rotary connecting pin undergoes the rotational movement in response to opening and closing of the door.2. The rotary hinge assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the throat tuner comprises one of a nut-screw operated mechanism claim 1 , a ball-lock operated mechanism claim 1 , and a solenoid operated mechanism.3. The rotary hinge assembly as claimed in claim 1 , ...

Friction adjustment member for architectural covering

An architectural covering may include an adjustment member configured and positioned to adjust friction affecting movement of the covering. The adjustment member may be manipulated to increase friction in the architectural covering so a covering member (e.g., a panel) of the architectural covering does not move as freely as it would without the increased friction, yet the covering member nonetheless remains simple to operate. The additional friction may be effective to inhibit the covering member from moving across an associated architectural feature on its own without a user's input.

Stopper Mechanism for Trunk Lid and a Method for Controlling Rotational Movement of Trunk Lid

Trunk lid stopper mechanism and method for controlling rotational speed of a trunk lid to slow down and halt its movement, and to hold the trunk lid at the halted position. The stopper mechanism comprises hinge arms for supporting the lid, torsion bars for applying biasing force to the lid, and link arms for transmitting biasing force from torsion bars to the hinge arms. Either each hinge arm or link arm is equipped with a stopper member that brakes the rotation movement of the trunk lid and halts the trunk lid fully-open. The stopper member has tapered surfaces for reducing relative rotational speed between the hinge and link arms by being forced therebetween during their relative rotational movement, and a stopper surface(s) for abutting against the other arm and halting the arms' relative rotational movement at the fully open position of the trunk lid.

HINGE DEVICE WITH DAMPING OF THE TERMINAL PORTION OF THE CLOSING STROKE

A hinge device () damps the terminal portion of the closing stroke of a door of an appliance and has a first connection () fixed to a frame of the appliance and pivotally connected by a pivot hinge () to a second connection () fixed to the door to allow a stroke between opening and the closing. The device () includes: 21816171517) The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a resilient means () acting in a detach direction between the fixed portion () and the mobile portion () of the motion damping means () so as to effect an elastic return of the mobile portion () into a rest condition.32126322) The device according to claim 1 , wherein the first pinion means () is fixed to a respective rotation pin () connected to the first connection means () in a freely rotatable manner around a rotation pin axis claim 1 , and the first pinion means is engaged to the second rack means ().42126272832722) The device according to claim 3 , wherein the first pinion means () is fixed to a respective rotation pin () and it is engaged to a third pinion means () fixed to a respective rotation pin () parallel to the pin of the first pinion means and connected to the first connection means (); said third pinion means () is engaged with the second rack means ().5155) The device according to claim 1 , wherein the motion damping means () lying on the rotation plane of the second connection means () is orthogonally oriented in respect to the latter in the closed condition.6911510303931933399) The device according to claim 1 , wherein the first rack means () comprises a toothed sector and an elongated protrusion assigned to match with the portion () of the second connection means () and aligned to the toothed sector; and wherein the first guide means () comprise at least one among the first elongated buttonhole () obtained in the first connection means () aligned with the direction of sliding motion of the first rack means () and slidably engaged by a plurality of slide pins () fixed ...

Slide assembly with deceleration device

A slide assembly includes a first rail, a second rail, a stop member and a friction member. The first rail includes two sidewalls with a connection wall connected therebetween. The second rail is slidably located between the two sidewalls of the first rail. The stop member is fixed to the connection wall and has a stop plate which is perpendicular to the connection wall. The friction member is fixed to the second rail and has an extension portion. The extension portion has a guide face. When the second rail is moved relative to the first rail after the friction member touches the stop plate and overlaps the stop member by the guide face, the friction member is slidably and flexibly in contact with the stop plate.

HINGE SYSTEM FOR THE LID OF A WASTE BIN

5 A hinge system for a waste bin, the waste bin having a bin body with an open top and a lid for covering at least some of the open top, the system including a hinge assembly for hinging the lid to the bin body adjacent the open top, such that the lid is rotatable between a closed position covering at least part of the open top and an open position exposing the open top, and a damper assembly for connection to the bin body and the lid, the damper assembly having a damping mechanism configured for generating resistance to movement of the lid towards the closed position and substantially less resistance to movement of the lid towards the open position. 1. A hinge system for a waste bin , the waste bin having a bin body with an open top and a lid for covering at least some of the open top , the system including:a hinge assembly for hinging the lid to the bin body adjacent the open top, such that the lid is rotatable between a closed position covering at least part of the open top and an open position exposing the open top; anda damper assembly for connection to the bin body and the lid, the damper assembly having a damping mechanism configured for generating resistance to movement of the lid towards the closed position and substantially less resistance to movement of the lid towards the open position.2. A hinge system according to claim 1 , wherein the damping mechanism is configured to contain fluid and defines at least one flow path such that movement of the lid towards the open or the closed positions generates fluid flow along the at least one flow path claim 1 , the fluid flow rate when the lid is moving towards the open position being substantially higher than the fluid flow rate when the lid is moving towards the closed position.3. A hinge system according to claim 1 , wherein the damping mechanism has two flow paths claim 1 , one being a high flow rate path for the fluid flow generated by moving the lid towards the open position claim 1 , and the other being a ...

HINGE

A hinge including: a first leaf assembly accommodating a portion of a first panel having a first cut-out section, the first leaf assembly including a first insert component which is tight fittingly receivable within the first cut-out section; a second leaf assembly, hingedly coupled to the first leaf assembly, for accommodating a portion of a second panel having a second cut-out section; one or more biasing components to bias the hinge toward a closed position; and a dampener to slow movement of the first and second leaf assemblies to the closed position, a first portion of the dampener is located within the first insert component and a second portion is configured to at least partially retract within the first insert component when coming into contact with the second leaf assembly during movement, a second portion of the dampener extends and retracts along an axis coplanar with the first panel. 1. A hinge including:a first leaf assembly including a first front leaf component coupled to a first rear leaf component for accommodating therebetween a portion of a first panel having a first cut-out section, wherein the first leaf assembly further includes a first insert component, wherein the first insert component is tight fittingly receivable within the first cut-out section;a second leaf assembly, hingedly coupled to the first leaf assembly, including a second front leaf component coupled to a second rear leaf component for accommodating therebetween a portion of a second panel having a second cut-out section;one or more biasing components to bias the hinge toward a closed position; anda dampener to slow movement of the first and second leaf assemblies to the closed position, wherein at least a first portion of the dampener is located within the first insert component and a second portion is configured to at least partially retract within the first insert component when coming into contact with the second leaf assembly during hinged movement toward the closed position ...

Dual-shaft structure and electronic device

The present disclosure provides a dual-shaft structure which comprises a first shaft, a second shaft being arranged beside the first shaft, and a slider. The first shaft has a protruding first stop pin. The second shaft has a protruding second stop pin. The slider includes a first spiral slot and a second spiral slot. In response to a rotation of the first shaft, the first stop pin travels along the first spiral slot to move the slider linearly along an axial direction of the first shaft. In response to the linear movement of the slider, the second shaft rotates with the first shaft through an interaction between the second spiral slot and the second stop pin.

Improvements in Movement Control Devices

A movement control device is provided comprising a housing () with an elongate push rod () mounted therein for reciprocal movement along a longitudinal axis (x). One end of the push rod extends out of the housing. A spring () is arranged between the housing and the push rod to provide a biasing force on the push rod in a first direction parallel to the longitudinal axis. A damping device () is arranged between the housing and the push rod to provide a damped resistive force in a direction opposite to said first direction. An indexing mechanism () controls movement of the push rod relative to the housing. The damping device is arranged to act along an axis (y) that is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the push rod and spaced apart from it. 1. A movement control device comprising a housing , an elongate push rod mounted in the housing for reciprocal movement along a longitudinal axis , with one end of the push rod extending out of the housing , a spring arranged between the housing and the push rod to provide a biasing force on the push rod in a first direction parallel to said longitudinal axis , a damping device arranged between the housing and the push rod to provide a damped resistive force in a direction opposite to said first direction , and an indexing mechanism for controlling movement of the push rod relative to the housing , with the damping device being arranged to act along an axis that is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the push rod and spaced apart from it.2. A device as claimed in wherein the damping device is a linear damper.3. A device as claimed in wherein the damper is a piston and cylinder type damper.4. A device as claimed in wherein the linear damper is one that produces a damped resistive force at a constant rate over its working stroke.5. A device as claimed in wherein the linear damper is one that produces a variable damped resistive force over its working stroke.6. A device as claimed in wherein the damper is arranged so that the ...

SPINDLE DRIVE

A spindle drive for a closure element of a vehicle for generating drive movements along a geometric spindle axis, wherein a tube-like drive housing and a spindle unit with a spindle guide bush and a spindle movably mounted therein are provided, a first drive connection and a second drive connection which is linearly displaceable with respect to the latter being provided to generate the drive movements, a spindle guide tube being connected to the first drive connection and, together with the first drive connection, forming a first drivetrain component which is connected to the spindle guide bush of the spindle unit, and a connecting element being connected to the second drive connection and forming a second drivetrain component which is connected to the spindle. The spindle can be mounted in the spindle guide bush in such a way that it is purely linearly movable in the spindle guide bush. 1. A spindle drive for a closure element of a motor vehicle for generating linear drive movements along a geometric spindle axis , comprising:a tube-like drive housing and,in the drive housing along the spindle axis, a spindle unit with a spindle guide bush and a spindle movably mounted therein,a first drive connection and a second drive connection which is linearly displaceable with respect to the latter being provided to generate the drive movements,a spindle guide tube being connected to the first drive connection and, together with the first drive connection, forming a first drivetrain component which is connected to the spindle guide bush of the spindle unit, anda connecting element being connected to the second drive connection and forming, together with the second drive connection, a second drivetrain component which is connected to the spindle of the spindle unit,wherein the spindle is mounted in the spindle guide bush in such a way that it is purely linearly movable in the spindle guide bush.2. The spindle drive as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the spindle guide bush and/or ...

PREASSEMBLED FRICTION HINGE MODULE, HINGED SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR MAKING PREASSEMBLED FRICTION HINGE MODULES AND SYSTEMS

A hinged system includes a preassembled hinge module for pivotally coupling a first component to a second component. The preassembled hinge module includes a shaft, a torque element frictionally engaging the shaft, and a housing. The housing includes a cover, a side wall, and a rear wall that define an interior space enclosed within the housing. The interior space receives the torque element inside the housing. The cover defines a first aperture, and the rear wall defines a second aperture, the first aperture and the second aperture aligned with a pivot axis of the shaft. The shaft extends through at least the first aperture, the interior space, and the second aperture. The shaft is separate from, and configured to be mounted to, the first component. The housing is separate from, and configured to be mounted to, the second component. 1. A preassembled hinge module configured for coupling a first component to a second component for pivotal movement relative to one another , the preassembled hinge module comprising:a shaft defining a pivot axis;a torque element frictionally engaging the shaft; anda housing having a side wall, a rear wall, and a cover, the side wall and the rear wall and the cover together defining an interior space within the housing, wherein the interior space is configured to receive the torque element inside the housing;wherein the cover defines a first aperture and the rear wall defines a second aperture, the first aperture and the second aperture being aligned with the pivot axis of the shaft, with the shaft extending through at least the first aperture, the interior space of the housing, and the second aperture;wherein the shaft is separate from, and configured to be mounted to, the first component; andwherein the housing is separate from, and configured to be mounted to, the second component.2. The preassembled hinge module of claim 1 , the torque element having a perimeter defining a recess claim 1 , and the side wall of the housing comprises ...

HINGE DEVICE FOR APPLIANCES WITH TOP LOADING

A connection pin () is connected to a shaped body () having a roll () and a coupling () for and end of a spring () acting in the opening direction. A shaped guide () has a path portion () with first and second extremities and having at least a recess () placed between the extremities where the roll abuts with the path portion and moves along it in the opening stroke starting from the closed condition, when the roll means () abuts a first extremity. The roll reaches a metastable opening condition where it is in and abuts the recess facing the second extremity until, due to a thrust towards the opening direction sufficient to leave the recess (), the roll () reaches the condition of extreme opening in which it abuts against a second extremity and vice versa in the closing stroke. 134545646910610131416176351932122232124222314211422141424242324141423) A hinge device for appliances with top loading comprising a first fixing means () configured for fixation to a body (S) or framework of an appliance and pivotally connected , by means of a hinge pin () , to a second fixing means () assigned to be fixed to an upper door (P) or hatch of the appliance to allow opening and closing strokes between extreme opening and closing conditions of said door with respect to the appliance where , in an operative condition , a rotation axis of said hinge pin () and a plane of the door in the closed condition are substantially horizontal , wherein the second fixing means () is provided with a first connection pin () parallel to and spaced from the hinge pin () , wherein the first connection pin () is connected to an end of a transmission means () having at an opposite end a second connection pin () parallel to the first connection pin () , wherein the second connection pin () is connected to a shaped body means () comprising at least a roll means () and a coupling means () for coupling to an end of a resilient means () of the hinge device acting at least in a direction according to the ...

DRIVE ASSEMBLY OF A CLOSURE ELEMENT ASSEMBLY

The disclosure relates to a drive assembly of a closure element assembly of a motor vehicle, wherein the drive assembly comprises a drive motor and, connected to the drive motor, a feed gearing for generating linear drive movements along a geometrical drive axis, wherein the drive motor and the feed gearing are arranged in a drive train of the drive assembly and the drive train extends between two mechanical drive connections for putting out drive movements and wherein the drive assembly comprises a brake for braking at least a portion of the drive train. It is proposed that the brake is designed such that the braking action of the brake is reduced with an increasing load in the drive train. 1. A drive assembly of a closure element assembly of a motor vehicle , wherein the drive assembly comprises a drive motor and , connected to the drive motor , a feed gearing for generating linear drive movements along a geometrical drive axis ,{'b': 9', '10, 'wherein the drive motor and the feed gearing are arranged in a drive train of the drive assembly and the drive train extends between two mechanical drive connections (, ) for putting out drive movements and'}wherein the drive assembly comprises a brake for braking at least a portion of the drive train,wherein the brake is designed such that the braking action of the brake is reduced with an increasing load in the drive train.2. The drive assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the braking action of the brake is reduced with an increasing load in the drive train during a motorized drive movement for opening the closure element assembly and/or during a manual drive movement for closing the closure element assembly.3. The drive assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the braking action of the brake is reduced with an increasing load in the drive train during a motorized drive movement for closing the closure element assembly and/or during a manual drive movement for opening the closure element assembly.4. The drive assembly ...

BRAKING DEVICE FOR A MOVABLE DOOR LEAF AND A DOOR CLOSER HAVING SUCH A BRAKING DEVICE

A braking device for a moveable door leaf comprises an electrical brake motor being operated as a generator, the motor shaft of which is rotatable by a movement of the door leaf and which can be controlled for regulating the closing speed of the door leaf by means of an electronic evaluation and control unit, which is at least partially providable with electrical energy by an electric motor being operated as a generator, particularly the brake motor, and/or by means of an additional generator unit. The electronic evaluation and control unit is thus operable in a sleep mode and is cyclically displaceable into a waking state depending on the closing speed of the door leaf, wherein the wake-up frequency with which the electronic evaluation and control unit is cyclically awakened during a respective closing movement of the door leaf is less at relatively lower closing speeds of the door leaf than at relatively greater closing speeds of the door leaf. A door closer with a mechanical energy storage and a correspondingly designed braking device is also disclosed. 11218202218182820281828181818. A braking device () for a moveable door leaf () having an electrical brake motor () being operated as a generator , the motor shaft () of which is rotatable by a movement of the door leaf () and which can be controlled for regulating the closing speed of the door leaf () by means of an electronic evaluation and control unit () , which is at least partially providable with electrical energy by an electric motor () being operated as a generator , particularly the brake motor and/or by means of an additional generator unit , wherein the electronic evaluation and control unit () is thus operable in a sleep mode and cyclically displaceable into a waking state depending on the closing speed of the door leaf () , and wherein the wake-up frequency with which the electronic evaluation and control unit () is cyclically awakened during a respective closing movement of the door leaf () is less ...

Shutter panel for an architectural opening

A shutter panel for an architectural opening is provided. The shutter panel may include a frame and a louver rotatably coupled to the frame. The louver may be automatically closable based on an angular orientation of the louver. The shutter panel may include a closure device operably associated with the louver. The closure device may be actuated based on the angular orientation of the louver. The shutter panel may include a damping device operably associated with the louver. The damping device may be actuated based on the angular orientation of the louver. The shutter panel may include a tension device operably associated with the louver.

HINGE AND CLADDING WITH A HINGE

A hinge for articulatedly connecting first and second components, with first and second hinge parts for fastening to the first and second components, respectively, with a first pivot arm which comprises a first articulation axis on the first hinge part and a second articulation axis on the second hinge part, wherein the first hinge part comprises a longitudinal guide for the first articulation axis of the first pivot arm, and with a second pivot arm which comprises a first articulation axis on the first hinge part and a second articulation axis on the second hinge part, wherein the first hinge part comprises a damping element, wherein the first pivot arm is connected to a braking element, wherein a setting element is provided which comprises a pressing part, which acts on the damping element, and an actuating part, wherein the actuating part is in an access hole of the first hinge part. 1. A hinge for articulatedly connecting a first component to a second component , with a first hinge part for fastening to the first component and with a second hinge part for fastening to the second component , with a first pivot arm which comprises a first articulation axis on the first hinge part and a second articulation axis on the second hinge part , wherein the first hinge part comprises a longitudinal guide for the first articulation axis of the first pivot arm , and with a second pivot arm which comprises a first articulation axis on the first hinge part and a second articulation axis on the second hinge part , wherein the second hinge part comprises a further longitudinal guide for the second articulation axis of the second pivot arm , wherein the first hinge part comprises a damping element , so that a displacement of the first articulation axis of the first pivot arm along the longitudinal guide of the first hinge part is dampened , wherein the first pivot arm is connected to a brake element which is displaceable along a brake surface of the damping element , wherein a ...

VEHICLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT HAVING A DAMPENER AND VEHICLE INCORPORATING THE VEHICLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT

A vehicle storage compartment includes a first vehicle component including a pin, a second vehicle component pivotally hinged to the first vehicle component. The first vehicle component and the second vehicle component define a storage cavity in which a vehicle occupant in a passenger compartment may store objects. The compartment includes a dampener arm that is pivotally rotatable about one of the first pin and the second pin and defining a slot enclosing the other one of the first pin and second pin. The dampener arm slot defines an interference fit with the other one of the first pin and the second pin such that pivoting of the second vehicle component is dampened. 1. A vehicle storage compartment comprising:a first vehicle component including a first pin;a second vehicle component hinged to the first vehicle component and pivotally rotatable about the hinge between a first position and a second position and including a second pin, wherein the first vehicle component and the second vehicle component define a storage cavity for a vehicle occupant in a passenger compartment to store objects, wherein the storage cavity is closed when the second vehicle component is in the first position and the storage cavity includes an opening that is open from the passenger compartment when the second vehicle component is in the second position; anda dampener arm pivotally rotatable about one of the first pin and the second pin and defining a slot enclosing the other one of the first pin and the second pin, wherein the dampener arm slot defines an interference fit with the other one of the first pin and the second pin such that pivotal motion of the second vehicle component between the first position and the second position is dampened.2. The vehicle storage compartment of claim 1 , wherein the first vehicle component remains stationary within the vehicle and the second vehicle component pivots relative to the vehicle and the first vehicle component.3. The vehicle storage ...

Hinge Assembly

A hinge assembly is provided in the form of a toggle type hinge, with an arm assembly () anchorable in use to a first member and a cup flange () pivotally connected thereto and anchorable in use to a second member. The assembly includes a linear damping device () and a mechanism for converting pivotal movement of the hinge into actuation of the damping device, at least over part of the range of this pivotal movement. The movement converting mechanism is arranged to produce the actuation of the damping device () through rotational movement about its linear axis via transmission of at least two equal and opposite forces acting symmetrically about this axis. 1. A hinge assembly comprising a toggle type hinge with an arm assembly anchorable in use to a first member and a cup flange pivotally connected thereto and anchorable in use to a second member , a linear damping device , and a mechanism for converting pivotal movement of the hinge into actuation of the damping device at least over part of the range of said pivotal movement , the movement converting mechanism being arranged to produce said actuation of the damping device from rotational movement about its linear axis via transmission of at least two equal and opposite forces acting symmetrically about said axis.2. A hinge assembly as claimed in wherein the movement converting mechanism comprises a pair of camming surfaces extending helically with respect to the linear axis of the damping device.3. A hinge assembly as claimed in wherein the camming surfaces are provided on the damping device or on an actuator or both.4. A hinge assembly as claimed in wherein the camming surfaces are provided on just one of the damping device and actuator and have a non-uniform pitch.5. A hinge assembly as claimed in wherein the actuator is mounted for rotation about an axis that is coincident with the linear axis of the damping device.6. A hinge assembly as claimed in wherein the actuator is mounted via bearing surfaces on the hinge ...

Cylinder-piston unit with a compensating sealing element

In a hydraulic cylinder piston unit comprising a cylinder with an interior space delimited by opposite end walls in which a piston and a compensation seal element are movably arranged supported by a piston rod and engaged by a compensation spring disposed between the compensation seal element and an adjacent cylinder end wall, the compensation seal element has two spaced seal rings via which it is guided along the inner cylinder wall and the compensation spring is supported directly on the compensation seal element for an improved sealing effect of the compensation seal element in the extended state of the hydraulic cylinder piston unit and a simplified design.

Variable Friction Hinged Device

The description relates to hinged devices, such as hinged computing devices. One example can include first and second portions that rotate around a hinge shaft that is fixedly secured to the first portion and rotationally secured to the second portion. The second portion defining a first contact surface spaced apart from a second contact surface. Multiple friction clips friction fit around the hinge shaft and rotating with the hinge shaft between the first contact surface and the second contact surface. 1. A device , comprising:first and second portions that rotate around a hinge shaft that is fixedly secured to the first portion and rotationally secured to the second portion;the second portion defining a first contact surface spaced apart from a second contact surface; and,multiple friction clips friction fit around the hinge shaft and rotating with the hinge shaft between the first contact surface and the second contact surface, individual friction clips having different free ranges of rotation as defined at least in part by the first contact surface and the second contact surface.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the multiple friction clips have equal widths to one another.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the multiple friction clips have differing widths from one another.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the differing widths are ordered from widest to narrowest.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first and second contact surfaces are parallel to one another and to the hinge shaft.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first contact surface is parallel to the hinge shaft and the second contact surface comprises a portion of a helix that extends around the hinge shaft.7. The device of claim 6 , wherein the second contact surface comprises a single continuous surface.8. The device of claim 6 , wherein the second contact surface comprises a sequence of stair steps.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first contact surface and the second contact surface ...

Damper Assembly

A tether for attachment to a damper device is formed to include a heated, reshaped enlarged bulbous end.

Back door structure

A back door structure includes a first arm, a second arm, a damper stay, and a supporting member. The first arm is fixed to an upper section of a vehicle body rear section, and is fixed to an upper section of a back door. The second arm is fixed to the upper section of the vehicle body rear section, and is fixed to the upper section of the back door. The damper stay is fixed to the back door, is fixed to the vehicle body, and biases the back door in an opening direction. The supporting member is fixed to the second arm, is fixed to the back door, and biases the second arm substantially toward a vehicle upper side in a fully closed state of the back door.

Damper mechanism and image forming apparatus therewith

A damper mechanism has first and second rail members, a biasing member, and a slide member. The first rail member is fixed inside the opening/closing member along the up/down direction, and has an oblong guide hole formed therein extending along the longitudinal direction. The second rail member has fixed to a top end part thereof an engaging pin inserted through the guide hole, and has a bottom end part swingably supported on the apparatus main body. The biasing member biases the first and second rail members in a direction in which these approach each other. The slide member is made of resin fixed to the engaging pin, slides while in contact with the first rail member and the opening/closing member, and prevents contact between the engaging pin and an inner circumferential rim of the guide hole.

Hold Open Rod Having a Lock Mechanism for Securely Locking the Hold Open Rod in an Extended Configuration

A hold open rod includes a rail configured to be attached to a structure. The rail including at least one surface having engagement portions. The hold open rod also includes a lock mechanism configured to be attached to the rail, the lock mechanism configured to allow the rail to move in a first direction. The lock mechanism further configured to prevent the rail from moving in a second direction by engaging with the engagement portions.

DAMPER AND DAMPER MONITORING METHOD

A damper is provided which can more reliably prevent malfunction and breakdown and which enables efficiently performing repair and inspection operations. This damper, provided with a casing linked to a first object and a rotating part linked to a second object rotatably attached to the first object, damps rotation in either the direction closing or the direction opening the second object, and is provided with a sensor which detects prescribed change in the external environment in the damper or around the damper, and a control unit which externally communicates, over a communication network, information relating to the change in the external environment detected by the sensor, wherein the sensor is configured from at least one of: a rotation sensor for detecting the number of revolutions of the rotating part: a sound sensor for detecting sound during rotations of the rotating part; a temperature sensor for detecting temperature; and a torque sensor for detecting torque on the basis of friction during rotation of the rotating part. 1. A damper comprising:a casing linked to a first object; anda rotational part linked to a second object rotatably attached to the first object, the damper damping rotation of the second object in either a closing direction or an opening direction,the damper including:a sensor that detects a predetermined change in an external environment in the damper or around the damper; anda control unit that transmits information on the change in the external environment, detected by the sensor, to the outside through a communication network, in whichthe sensor is constituted by at least any one of a rotational speed sensor that detects a rotational speed of the rotational part with respect to the casing, a vibration sensor that detects an amount of vibration, a load sensor that detects a load, an angle sensor that detects an opening angle of the rotational part with respect to the casing, a temperature sensor that detects a temperature, an atmospheric ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator may include a partition wall that isolate a first storage compartment from a second storage compartment. A third storage compartment is provided in the partition wall to be recessed downwards from an upper surface of the partition wall. An opening is formed on the upper surface to allow storage objects to be placed into the storage space. A door covers the opening of the third storage compartment and is configured to be moved in a direction parallel to the upper surface of the partition wall to selectively open or close the opening. An elastic-force assembly may apply a restoring force to the door when the door is moved to open the third storage compartment. A slide assembly that guides movement of the door may include a speed dampener that reduces a speed of the door when the door is moved to close the third storage compartment. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a first storage compartment positioned at an upper side of a cabinet;a second storage compartment positioned below the first storage compartment;a partition wall provided to isolate the first storage compartment from the second storage compartment and to have an upper surface;a third storage compartment provided in the partition wall, the third storage compartment having a storage space that is recessed downwards from the upper surface of the partition wall and having an opening formed on the upper surface to allow storage objects to be placed into the storage space;a door provided to cover the opening of the third storage compartment and configured to be moved in a direction parallel to the upper surface of the partition wall to selectively open or close the opening;an elastic-force assembly that applies a restoring force to the door when the door is moved to open the third storage compartment; anda slide assembly that guides movement of the door, the slide assembly including a speed dampener that reduces a speed of the door when the door is moved to close the third storage compartment.2. The ...