ELECTRICALLY POWERED VEHICLE TAILGATE OPERATOR

An electrically powered vehicle tailgate operator for pivoting a tailgate of a pickup truck about a horizontal tailgate axis near a bottom edge of the tailgate. The vehicle tailgate operator comprises a cable spool for spooling a cable and a drive gear for transmitting torque from the drive shaft to the cable spool. The vehicle tailgate operator also has a retention system. The cable spool, the drive actuator, the drive shaft, the drive gear, and the retention system are arranged inside of a housing, wherein the spool axis is oriented in parallel to the drive shaft axis and the spool axis is arranged on the same height or above the drive shaft axis.

Electrically powered vehicle tailgate operator

An electrically powered vehicle tailgate operator for pivoting a tailgate of a pickup truck about a horizontal tailgate axis near a bottom edge of the tailgate. The vehicle tailgate operator comprises a cable spool for spooling a cable and a drive gear for transmitting torque from the drive shaft to the cable spool. The vehicle tailgate operator also has a retention system. The cable spool, the drive actuator, the drive shaft, the drive gear, and the retention system are arranged inside of a housing, wherein the spool axis is oriented in parallel to the drive shaft axis and the spool axis is arranged on the same height or above the drive shaft axis.

Lock for a motor vehicle

A lock for a motor vehicle includes a locking mechanism with a rotatably mounted rotary catch for receiving a locking bolt, and a pawl with which the rotary catch can be engaged for retaining the locking bolt. The lock further includes a blocking lever that blocks the pawl when the pawl is located in a catching position, and a releasing lever for disengaging the locking mechanism. A first spring interconnects the blocking lever and the releasing lever, wherein the blocking lever and the releasing lever move either together or independently relative to the first spring based on a magnitude of acceleration of the releasing lever.

Lock for a motor vehicle

A lock with a locking mechanism comprises a rotary catch, a pawl for engaging the rotary catch, a blocking lever capable of blocking the pawl if the latter is located in its catching position, and a releasing lever for opening or releasing the locking mechanism. When the releasing lever is actuated, the pawl and, if applicable, the blocking lever is moved out of its blocking position provided that the releasing lever is moved in a usual manner and the releasing lever is not exposed to increased or excessive accelerations. In case of an increased or excessive acceleration of the releasing lever such as caused by a crash or impact, an arresting device prevents the releasing lever from disengaging the pawl and optionally the blocking lever of the pawl. The arresting device is further releasable with the return of the releasing lever to the initial rest position.

SYSTEM, DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR TREATING FUEL

A device, system and/or method for dispensing a fuel additive to a fuel tank that employs a fuel additive delivery device secured to an opening of the fuel tank. The delivery device is fluidly coupled to a fuel additive reservoir. The delivery device includes a cap that automatically opens or closes fluid communication with the fuel additive reservoir. The delivery device also includes a bore defined through the delivery device configured to receive a fuel filler spout with a fuel passageway outlet positioned in the bore such that, as fuel passes through the bore and into the fuel tank, the bore is configured to create a suction at the fuel additive outlet to pull fuel additive from the reservoir, through the delivery device, and into the fuel tank with the fuel.

Motor vehicle latching system with pyrotechnic blocking device

A latching device with a blocking device that is capable of preventing unintentional opening of a door or a flap in the case of a crash. The blocking device includes a pyrotechnic gas generator. The pyrotechnic gas generator triggers in the case of a crash and moves a blocking element into a blocking position which prevents opening of the locking mechanism of the latching device.

POSITIONING UNIT FOR TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES

A positioning unit for technical applications in motor vehicles, in particular a locking system, a door positioner or a sliding door drive, having a housing, a drive arranged in the housing, a control element which can be acted upon by the drive, and a bearing location for the drive, in which the bearing location is formed at least partly of plastic, wherein the bearing is designed as a separate bearing location, and at least part of the drive is insertable into the bearing location. 1. A positioning unit for a locking system , a door positioner , or a sliding door drive in a motor vehicle , the positioning unit comprising:a housing formed of plastic,a drive arranged in the housing, wherein the drive is a worm drive,a control element which can be acted upon by the drive, anda bearing location for the drive which is formed at least partly of plastic, wherein the bearing location is configured as a separate component relative to the drive and at least part of the drive can be inserted into the bearing location.2. The positioning unit according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing location is formed of a wear-resistant plastic.3. The positioning unit according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing location accommodates an output shaft of the drive at least in part.4. The positioning unit according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing location accommodates a worm of the worm drive.5. The positioning unit according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing location forms an axial stop for the part of the drive.6. The positioning unit according to claim 1 , wherein the part of the drive can be guided by the bearing location at least in two opposite directions.7. The positioning unit according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing location can be form-fittingly connected to the housing.8. The positioning unit according to claim 1 , wherein the housing has guides for the bearing location.9. The positioning unit according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing location can be fixed by the housing.10. The ...

Motor Vehicle Door Latch, In Particular A Tailgate Latch

A motor vehicle door latch, in particular a tailgate latch, which is equipped with a locking mechanism comprising a catch and a pawl. Furthermore, a triggering element working on the pawl is provided for which is set up at least to lift the pawl. Furthermore, a memory element, which at least guarantees an unimpeded opening movement of the catch when the pawl is lifted. The memory element maintains the pawl in its elevated position.

Single rotation release gear blocking lever

The object of the present invention is a drive unit for a motor vehicle component with an electromotor ( 5 ) and a rotatable output element ( 7 ). Furthermore, a blocking element ( 9 ), which can be acted on by an actuator ( 10 ), is provided for interacting with a protrusion ( 15 ) on the output element ( 7 ). According to the invention, the protrusion ( 15 ) detaches the blocking element ( 9 ) from a stop ( 17 ) at the start of a rotational movement of the output element ( 7 ). Thus, the blocking element ( 9 ) is transferred into a blocking position with the aid of the actuator ( 10 ) in which the blocking element ( 9 ) blocks a rotation of the output element ( 7 ) beyond a specified point.

MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR LOCK, PARTICULARLY A BACKREST LOCK ON A MOTOR VEHICLE SEAT

The object of the invention is a motor vehicle door lock, particularly a backrest lock (), on a motor vehicle seat (). The basic construction of the motor vehicle door lock includes a locking mechanism () consisting essentially of a rotary latch (), a ratchet pawl () and a blocking element () for the ratchet pawl (). In addition, a drive unit () that acts on a triggering element () is provided. According to the invention, the drive unit () is constructed as a linear adjustment drive (), which acts on the triggering element () so that it interacts in succession, first with the blocking element () and then with the ratchet pawl (). 1. A motor vehicle door lock , particularly a backrest lock , on a motor vehicle seat , with a locking mechanism , consisting essentially of a rotary latch , a ratchet pawl and a blocking element for the ratchet pawl , and with a drive unit that acts on a triggering element , wherein the drive unit is constructed as a linear adjustment drive , which acts on the triggering element so that it interacts in succession , first with the blocking element and then with the ratchet pawl.2. The motor vehicle door lock according to claim 1 , wherein the drive unit is integrated in a lock housing.3. The motor vehicle door lock according to either of claim 1 , wherein the drive unit is located separately from the lock housing and acts on the triggering element via a transmitting element.4. The motor vehicle door lock according to claim 3 , wherein the transmitting element is constructed as a Bowden cable having a sleeve and a core.5. The motor vehicle door lock according claim 2 , wherein the drive unit is connected to a base claim 2 , which also supports the sleeve of the Bowden cable.6. The motor vehicle door lock according to claim 1 , wherein the ratchet pawl and the triggering element are mounted on the same axis on a lock case.7. The motor vehicle door lock according to claim 1 , wherein the triggering element comprises a triggering pin claim 1 , ...

LOCKING MECHANISM COMPONENT FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE LOCK

The invention relates to a locking mechanism component, in particular a catch, for a motor vehicle lock for retaining and securing a closing member in a closed position of a door or hatch of a motor vehicle, comprising at least one first punched metal sheet and one second punched metal sheet, wherein the punched metal sheets are connected to each other in a non-detachable manner and the first punched metal sheet, compared to the second punched metal sheet, has a different punched metal sheet material and/or a greater punched metal sheet thickness, wherein the first punched metal sheet and the second punched metal sheet have at least partially or predominantly an identical outer contour and/or are disposed stacked one above the other in such a way that sections with an identical outer contour are disposed flush with each other on the outside. The invention further relates to a production method. A locking mechanism component with a great strength and longevity can be provided with a smaller production expenditure. 1. A locking mechanism component , in particular a catch , for a motor vehicle lock for retaining and securing a closing member in a closed position of a door or hatch of a motor vehicle , comprising at least one first punched metal sheet and one second punched metal sheet , wherein the punched metal sheets are connected to each other in a non-detachable manner and the first punched metal sheet , compared to the second punched metal sheet , has a different punched metal sheet material and/or a greater punched metal sheet thickness , wherein the first punched metal sheet and the second punched metal sheet have at least partially or predominantly an identical outer contour and/or are disposed stacked one above the other in such a way that sections with an identical outer contour are disposed flush with each other on the outside.2. The locking mechanism component according to claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism component comprises a punched metal sheet ...

VEHICLE DOOR LATCH

A vehicle door latch includes a lock plate, a catch which is rotatable about a first rotary axis, and a pawl which is rotatable about a second rotary axis, the first rotary axis and the second rotary axis being non-parallel. A connector connects both the catch and the pawl to the lock plate. One end of the connector connects the catch to the lock plate, and an opposite end of the connector connects the pawl to the lock plate. The connector is a dual rivet in that the connector has a first end face and a second end face, wherein the end faces are riveted outside of the lock plate. The lock plate includes a slot through which one end of the connector extends, and the slot extends in a direction of a projection of one of the rotary axes. 1. A vehicle door latch comprising:a lock plate,a catch which is rotatable about a first rotary axis,a pawl which is rotatable about a second rotary axis, the first rotary axis and the second rotary axis being non-parallel, anda connector which connects both the catch and the pawl to the lock plate.2. The vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein one end of the connector connects the catch to the lock plate claim 1 , and an opposite end of the connector connects the pawl to the lock plate.3. The vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the connector is formed integrally as a single piece.4. The vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the connector has a first end face and a second end face claim 1 , wherein the end faces are riveted outside of the lock plate.5. The vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the connector has at least one stop for at least one of the catch or the pawl.6. The vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein two ends of the connector extend through openings in the lock plate.7. The vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the lock plate comprises a slot through which one end of the connector extends.8. The vehicle door latch according to claim 7 , wherein the ...

LOCK FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

A lock for a motor vehicle includes a locking mechanism with a rotatably mounted rotary catch for receiving a locking bolt, and a pawl with which the rotary catch can be engaged for retaining the locking bolt. The lock further includes a blocking lever that blocks the pawl when the pawl is located in a catching position, and a releasing lever for disengaging the locking mechanism. A first spring interconnects the blocking lever and the releasing lever, wherein the blocking lever and the releasing lever move either together or independently relative to the first spring based on a magnitude of acceleration of the releasing lever. 1. A lock for a motor vehicle comprising:a locking mechanism with a rotatably mounted rotary catch for receiving a locking bolt,a pawl with which the rotary catch can be engaged for retaining the locking bolt,a blocking lever that blocks the pawl when the pawl is located in a catching position,a releasing lever for disengaging the locking mechanism, anda first spring that interconnects the blocking lever and the releasing lever,wherein the blocking lever and the releasing lever move either together or independently relative to the first spring based on a magnitude of acceleration of the releasing lever.2. The lock of claim 1 , wherein the mass of the blocking lever is more than two times larger than the mass of the releasing lever.3. The lock of claim 1 , wherein the blocking lever and the releasing lever rotate around a same axis.4. The lock of claim 3 , wherein one leg of the first spring is attached to or rests against the blocking lever claim 3 , and another leg of the first spring is attached to or rests against the blocking lever.5. The lock of claim 1 , wherein the rotary catch introduces an opening moment into the pawl in at least one of a main locking position or a preliminary locking position.6. The lock of claim 1 , wherein the blocking lever comprises an elevation which acts as a stop for the releasing lever.7. The lock of ...

MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR LATCH

A motor vehicle door latch is equipped with a locking mechanism including a catch and a pawl, a release element for the locking mechanism, and a memory element that effects an unimpeded opening movement of the catch from a closed to an open position and maintains the release element in an ineffective position in respect of the locking mechanism during the opening movement of the catch. The memory element includes at least two components with a control lever and a blocking lever interacting with the release element located thereon. 1. A motor vehicle door latch comprising:a locking mechanism including a catch a pawl,a release element for the locking mechanism, anda memory element that effects an unimpeded opening movement of the catch from a closed to an open position and maintains the release element in an ineffective position in respect of the locking mechanism during the opening movement of the catch, the memory element including at least two components with a control lever and a blocking lever located thereon and interacting with the release element.2. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the control lever is moved mechanically and/or in a motorized manner claim 1 , in particular by means of an electromotor.3. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the control lever is located pivotably and coaxially to a catch axis in a frame box.4. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the control lever is pre-tensioned with a spring in the direction of its neutral position and is impinged against the force of a spring for interaction with the release element.5. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the blocking lever is a two-arm lever claim 1 , in particular an angular lever claim 1 , with a blocking arm and a control arm.6. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 5 , wherein the blocking arm interacts with a contour on the locking mechanism to impinge the blocking lever.7. The ...

MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR LATCH

A motor vehicle door latch which is equipped with a locking bolt and a locking mechanism interacting with the locking bolt, including a catch and a pawl. The motor vehicle door latch possesses a stop lever pivotably located on the control lever, which interacts with a protrusion on the catch beyond a main ratchet position and a pre-ratchet position, whereby the protrusion corresponds to a third ratchet position with an increased distance of the locking bolt in respect of the main ratchet and pre-ratchet position compared to a catch axis. The stop lever impinges a triggering lever lifting the pawl from the catch in order to open the locking mechanism. 1. A motor vehicle door latch , comprising:a locking bolt, and{'b': '10', 'a locking mechanism interacting with the locking bolt, the locking mechanism including a catch and a pawl, and a stop lever () pivotably located on a control lever which interacts with a protrusion on the catch beyond a main ratchet and pre-ratchet position, whereby the protrusion corresponds to a third ratchet position with an increased distance of the locking bolt vis-à-vis the main ratchet and pre-ratchet position compared to a catch axis, and'}wherein in order to open the locking mechanism the stop lever is disposed to impinge a triggering lever lifting the pawl from the catch.2. A motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the stop lever is disposed to interact with a contour on the triggering lever in such a way to open the locking mechanism that it is lifted from its mesh with the protrusion on the catch.3. A motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the control lever is connected to a drive claim 1 , in particular a closure drive.4. A motor vehicle door latch according to claim 3 , wherein the drive is formed as a spindle drive.5. A motor vehicle door latch according to claim 4 , wherein the drive is connected with the control lever via a movable spindle nut.6. A motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , ...

MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR LATCH

A motor vehicle door latch, in particular a servo latch, which is equipped with a locking mechanism including of a catch and a pawl. Furthermore, a spindle drive with a motor, spindle and spindle nut located thereon is executed at least to close the locking mechanism. The spindle nut impinges the catch at least in the closure direction via a closure lever. The closure lever is simultaneously formed as an opening lever to open the locking mechanism and consequently as a combined closure/opening lever. The combined closure/opening lever impinges either the catch in a closing direction or the pawl in an opening direction dependent on the actuating direction of the spindle drive. 1. A motor vehicle door latch , in particular a servo latch , comprising:{'b': 1', '2, 'a locking mechanism including a catch () and a pawl (), and'}a spindle drive with a motor, spindle and a spindle nut located thereon at least to close the locking mechanism, the spindle nut impinging the catch at least in the closure direction via a closure lever, the closure lever being simultaneously formed as an opening lever to open the locking mechanism and consequently as a combined closure/opening lever, the combined closure/opening lever either impinging the catch in a closed direction or the pawl in an open direction according to am actuating direction of the spindle drive.2. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the closure/opening lever is formed as a pivoting lever located coaxially to the catch.3. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the closure/opening lever is connected to the spindle nut on a rotating joint with one end and is pivotably located coaxially with the catch at the other end.41011. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the closure/opening lever ( claim 1 , ) is equipped with a stop element pivotably located thereon which claim 1 , dependent on the actuating direction of the spindle drive either interacts with the ...

Lock for a motor vehicle

A lock with a locking mechanism comprises a rotary catch, a pawl for engaging the rotary catch, a blocking lever capable of blocking the pawl if the latter is located in its catching position, and a releasing lever for opening or releasing the locking mechanism. When the releasing lever is actuated, the pawl and, if applicable, the blocking lever is moved out of its blocking position provided that the releasing lever is moved in a usual manner and the releasing lever is not exposed to increased or excessive accelerations. In case of an increased or excessive acceleration of the releasing lever such as caused by a crash or impact, an arresting device prevents the releasing lever from disengaging the pawl and optionally the blocking lever of the pawl. The arresting device is further releasable with the return of the releasing lever to the initial rest position.

MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR LATCH

The object of the present invention is a motor vehicle door latch which is equipped with a locking mechanism () predominantly consisting of a catch () and a pawl (). Furthermore, a spring-impinged storage element () is provided for which maintains the pawl () in an elevated storage position during an opening process of the locking mechanism () until the catch () is opened. According to the invention, the spring-impinged storage element () is formed as a leg spring () which is anchored in the latch with its one leg () and with its other leg () in the storage position maintains the pawl () in the elevated position and is braced on the catch () to this end. 1. A motor vehicle door latch comprising:a locking mechanism having a catch moveable between a closed position and an open position, and a pawl that is engaged against the catch when in the closed position, wherein when the catch moves from the closed position toward the open position, the pawl is moveable toward an elevated storage position in which the pawl is disengaged from the catch; anda spring-impinged storage element which holds the pawl in the elevated storage position until the catch is fully moved to the open position, wherein the spring-impinged storage element is formed as a leg spring having a stationary leg which is anchored and held stationary in the latch, the leg spring having a latch leg that engages and braces the pawl to hold the pawl in the elevated storage position and is engageable by the catch to release the pawl from the latch leg.2. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the stationary leg and the latch leg have an acute angle therebetween claim 1 , and the leg spring has a wound central section to which the stationary leg and the latch leg are connected.3. (canceled)4. The motor vehicle door latch according to claim 1 , wherein the latch leg has a stop and the pawl engages against the stop when in the elevated storage position.5. The motor vehicle door latch according ...

REVERSIBLE ACTIVATION UNIT FOR ALTERNATE IMPINGEMENT OF TWO SEPARATE MOTOR VEHICLE FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS

The object of the invention is a reversible activation unit for the alternate impingement of two separate motor vehicle functional elements (), in particular two motor vehicle door latches (). The activation unit possesses a single motor () and two connecting elements (). The motor () impinges either the distanced first functional element () via the connecting element () or the distanced second functional element () via the second connecting element () dependent on its working direction. According to the invention, the first connecting element () is connected to a first lever () and the second connecting element () to a second lever (). The respective lever () is impinged dependent on the working direction of the motor () which preferably works in a linear manner. Furthermore, the two levers () are connected via an interposed spring (). 1. A reversible activation unit for the alternate impingement of two separate motor vehicle functional elements , in particular two motor vehicle door latches , with a single motor , and with two connecting elements , whereby the motor according to its working direction either impinges the distanced first functional element via the first connecting element or the distanced second element via the second connecting element , wherein the first connecting element is connected to a first lever and the second connecting element to a second lever , whereby the respective lever is impinged dependent on the working direction of the motor preferably working in a linear manner , and whereby the two levers are connected via an interposed spring.2. The unit according to claim 1 , wherein the two levers are formed as pivoting levers and demonstrate a common axis.3. The unit according to claim 1 , wherein the two levers are respectively formed as two-armed levers with a connecting arm for the connecting element and a stop arm.4. The unit according to claim 3 , wherein the connecting arm and the stop arm are opposite one another with regard to the ...

LATCHING DEVICE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

A latching device () for a motor vehicle, having a locking mechanism () consisting of a catch () and at least one pawl (), a switching element (), in particular a microswitch (), whereby a position of the catch () can be ascertained by means of the switching element (), and an operating element () for the switching element () arranged between the catch () and the switching element (), whereby the operating element () is executed at least partially as a flexible operating element (). 1. A latching device for a motor vehicle , having a locking mechanism consisting of a catch and at least a pawl , a switching element , in particular a microswitch , whereby a position of the catch can be ascertained by means of the switching element , and an operating element for the switching element arranged between the catch and the switching element , wherein the operating element is executed at least partially as a flexible operating element.2. The latching device according to claim 1 , wherein the operating element is executed as a separate component.3. The latching device according to claim 1 , wherein the operating element is made at least partially of plastic.4. The latching device according to claim 1 , wherein the operating element has at least a first flexible area and at least a second rigid area.5. The latching device according to claim 4 , wherein the rigid area of the operating element can be engaged with the switching element.6. The latching device according to claim 4 , wherein the flexible area of the operating element has a rectangular shape claim 4 , in particular a flat shape.7. The latching device according to claim 1 , wherein the operating element can be connected to the catch in a form-fitting manner.8. The latching device according to claim 1 , characterized in that wherein the catch has a guiding element at for the operating element at least in places.9. The latching device according to claim 1 , wherein the operating element can be guided at least in places ...

CLOSING MECHANISM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE COMPRISING A CLOSING AID

The invention relates to a locking mechanism for a motor vehicle comprising a closing aid. The locking mechanism comprises an electrically driven closing aid which can move a rotary catch of the locking mechanism from a preliminary catching position to a main catching position when the closing aid is in an engaging position. It is possible to move the closing aid from its engaging position to a disengaging position and vice versa. The closing aid cannot move the rotary catch of the locking mechanism from its preliminary catching position to its main catching position when the closing aid is in its disengaging position. 1. A locking mechanism for a motor vehicle comprising an electrically driven closing aid wherein the closing aid can be moved from an engaging position to a disengaging position and vice versa and wherein the closing aid can move a rotary catch of the locking mechanism from a preliminary catching position to a main catching position if the closing aid is in its engaging position but cannot move the rotary catch of the locking mechanism from its preliminary catching position to its main catching position if the closing aid is in its disengaging position.2. A locking mechanism according to the preceding claim wherein the axis of the closing arm is eccentric to a root component of the release chain whereby the closing arm is always pulled away from the catch.3. A locking mechanism according to the preceding claim wherein the closing aid comprises a rotatably mounted closing aid lever which can rotate around a displaceable mounted axis.4. A locking mechanism according to the preceding claim wherein the axis can be displaced by a turning the axis around a shaft.5. A locking mechanism according to the preceding claim wherein an electrically drive cog wheel is attached to the shaft for displacing the axis.6. A locking mechanism according to the preceding claim wherein a nose and a recess provides a positive-fit connection between the cog wheel and the shaft. ...

LATCH WITH CLOSURE DEVICE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

The object of the invention is a motor vehicle latch (), in particular an electrically actuated flap latch, demonstrating a locking mechanism () comprising a catch () and at least one pawl, a triggering lever (), whereby by means of the triggering lever () the locking mechanism () can be unlocked, a closure device (), whereby by means of the closure device () the locking mechanism () can be transferred at least from a pre-ratchet position into a main ratchet position and the closure device () demonstrates a spindle drive (), whereby a functional position (N, O, Z) of the spindle drive () can be recorded by sensors, and whereby the spindle drive () demonstrates a spindle nut () and the spindle nut () interacts with an activation device () in such a way that using a sensor () at least a functional position (N, O, Z) of the spindle nut () can be detected. 1. A motor vehicle latch , in particular an electrically actuated flap latch , demonstrating a locking mechanism comprising a catch and at least one pawl , a triggering lever , whereby by means of the triggering lever the locking mechanism can be unlocked , a closure device , whereby by means of the closure device the locking mechanism can be transferred at least from a pre-ratchet position into a main ratchet position and the closure device demonstrates a spindle drive , whereby a functional position of the spindle drive can be recorded by sensors , wherein the spindle drive demonstrates a spindle nut and the spindle nut interacts with an activation device in such a way that using a sensor at least a functional position of the spindle nut can be detected.2. The motor vehicle latch according to claim 1 , wherein the activation device can be detachably engaged with the spindle nut.3. The motor vehicle latch according to claim 1 , wherein the activation device can be pivotably accommodated in the housing.4. The motor vehicle latch according to claim 1 , wherein the activation device demonstrates at least one activation ...

OPENING DEVICE WITH LOCKING DEVICE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE LATCH

An opening device for a motor vehicle latch with a trigger which can be moved from a starting position into an opening position for pivoting of a triggering lever from a starting position into an opening position and which is connected with an inertia component by a deflectable knee lever, with a blockade lever, which can be moved by deflection of the knee lever from a starting position into a blocking position, whereby the movement of the triggering lever into the opening position is prevented when the blockade lever is in its blocking position, whereby the knee lever is deflected by excessive acceleration of the trigger and the blockade lever is thus moved into its blocking position. 1. An opening device for a motor vehicle latch with a trigger which can be moved from a starting position into an opening position for a pivoting of a triggering lever from a starting position into an opening position and which is connected with an inertia component by a deflectable knee lever , with a blockade lever , which can be moved by deflection of the knee lever from a starting position into a blocking position , whereby the movement of the triggering lever into the opening position is prevented when the blockade lever is in its blocking position , whereby the knee lever is deflected by excessive acceleration of the trigger and the blockade lever is thus moved into its blocking position.2. The opening device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the connection between the trigger and the inertia component is elastic.3. The opening device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the connection between the trigger and the inertia component comprises a spring claim 1 , in particular a spiral spring claim 1 , which is attached by one end to the trigger and by the other end to the inertia component.4. The opening device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the triggering lever cannot be moved into its opening position if the inertia component is in its starting position.5. The opening ...

Motor vehicle door latch

The object of the present invention is a motor vehicle door latch, in particular a motor vehicle tailgate latch. In its basic construction, this comprises a plastic base plate ( 3 ) having a recess ( 13 ) and a drive unit ( 11, 12 ) arranged in the recess ( 13 ) Furthermore, a lever arrangement ( 4, 5, 6 ) acted on by the drive unit ( 11, 12 ) consisting of two or more levers ( 4, 5, 6 ) mounted on the base plate ( 3 ) is provided for. According to the invention, the levers ( 4, 5, 6 ) are detachably connected by means of a ratchet rotational connection ( 15, 16 ) and additionally axially secured by an individual attachment element ( 14 ).

Latching system for a motor vehicle

The invention is directed to a latching system for a door or flap of a motor vehicle, comprising a triggering lever 2 and an operating lever 1 to rotate the triggering lever 2 , the triggering lever 2 having two connections 11 for simultaneous triggering of two separate latching devices for a door or flap, further comprising a coupling lever 3 rotatably attached to the triggering lever 2 to couple the operating lever 1 with the triggering lever 2 . Highly reliable bolting can be attained with simultaneously low manufacturing costs.

Process for stripping volatile material from aqueous latex

"IMPROVED PROCESS FOR STRIPPING VOLATILE MATERIAL FROM AQUEOUS LATEX" Abstract of the Disclosure An improved process is provided for stripping volatile material from an aqueous latex by a steam stripping type operation in a column equipped with trays, the latex passing downwardly through said column over the trays and steam passing upwardly through apertures in the trays and through the layer of latex on the trays, the improvement being that certain of the downcomers for passage of the latex from one tray to the next lower tray terminate at least 5 cm from the surface of the tray, each tray being equipped with weirs of at least 15 cm height. Less fouling of the column occurs using the present process

Locking mechanism

A lock mechanism (1 ) for a motor vehicle lock (2) comprising a rotary catch (6), a pawl (9) for positive locking the catch (6) in a preliminary-closed stop position (8) as well as in a fully-closed stop position (7), and a blocking lever (14) for blocking the pawl (9) when the pawl (9) is in its preliminary-closed position (8) as well as in its fully-closed stop position (7).

Motor vehicle door lock, particularly a backrest lock on a motor vehicle seat

The object of the invention is a motor vehicle door lock, particularly a backrest lock (4), on a motor vehicle seat (1). The basic construction of the motor vehicle door lock includes a locking mechanism (7, 8, 9) consisting essentially of a rotary latch (9), a ratchet pawl (7) and a blocking element (8) for the ratchet pawl (7). In addition, a drive unit (15, 16, 17) that acts on a triggering element (12) is provided. According to the invention, the drive unit (15, 16, 17) is constructed as a linear adjustment drive (15, 16, 17), which acts on the triggering element (12) so that it interacts in succession, first with the blocking element (8) and then with the ratchet pawl (7).

Lock for a vehicle seat back

The invention refers to a lock for a motor vehicle seat back comprising a locking mechanism with a rotatably mounted rotary catch (1) for receiving a locking bolt, a pawl (2) with which the rotary catch can be engaged for retaining the locking bolt, a blocking lever (3) capable of blocking the pawl if the latter is located in its engaging position, a release lever (4) for disengaging the locking mechanism, wherein in a locked state, the rotary catch transfers an opening moment onto the pawl and wherein the blocking lever and the release lever are interconnected by a spring which pushes the blocking lever into its blocking position and the release lever into its resting position. Since there is a blocking lever which blocks the pawl in the locked state, a high striker load is possible. Since the rotary catch transfers a pivoting moment onto the pawl in the locked state, it is possible to open the lock with little effort. Since there is only one spring which pushes two components into appropriate positions, the number of parts is reduced.

Motor vehicle door lock, particularly a backrest lock on a motor vehicle seat

The object of the invention is a motor vehicle door lock, particularly a backrest lock ( 4 ), on a motor vehicle seat ( 1 ). The basic construction of the motor vehicle door lock includes a locking mechanism ( 7, 8, 9 ) consisting essentially of a rotary latch ( 9 ), a ratchet pawl ( 7 ) and a blocking element ( 8 ) for the ratchet pawl ( 7 ). In addition, a drive unit ( 15, 16, 17 ) that acts on a triggering element ( 12 ) is provided. According to the invention, the drive unit ( 15, 16, 17 ) is constructed as a linear adjustment drive ( 15, 16, 17 ), which acts on the triggering element ( 12 ) so that it interacts in succession, first with the blocking element ( 8 ) and then with the ratchet pawl ( 7 ).

Closing device for use in motor vehicles

The invention relates to a closing device for use in motor vehicles, in particular a backrest latch for locking and unlocking backrests (1) in motor vehicles. The closing device is also provided with a multi-pawl locking mechanism (3, 4, 5) substantially consisting of a catch (3), a comfort pawl (4) that interacts with the catch (3) and a blocking pawl (5) that secures the comfort pawl (4). According to the invention, the catch (3) comprises an L-shaped insertion slot (6a, 6b) for a closing pin (2) for forming at least a first closed position and a second closed position.

Motor vehicle door latch

The object of the invention is a motor vehicle door latch which is equipped with a locking mechanism (2, 3) predominantly consisting of a catch (2) and a pawl (3). Furthermore, a release element (8) is provided for the locking mechanism (2, 3). Furthermore, there is a memory element (6, 7), which guarantees an unimpeded opening movement of the catch (2) form a closed to an open position and maintains the release element (8) in an ineffective position in respect of the locking mechanism (2, 3) during the opening movement of the catch (2). According to the invention, the memory element (6, 7) is designed with at least two components with a control lever (6) and a blocking lever (7) interacting with the release element (8) located thereon.

Drive unit for a motor vehicle component

The object of the present invention is a drive unit for a motor vehicle component with an electromotor (5) and a rotatable output element (7). Furthermore, a blocking element (9), which can be acted on by an actuator (1 0), is provided for interacting with a protrusion (15) on the output element (7). According to the invention, the protrusion (1 5) detaches the blocking element (9) from a stop (1 7) at the start of a rotational movement of the output element (7). Thus, the blocking element (9) is transferred into a blocking position with the aid of the actuator (1 0) in which the blocking element (9) blocks a rotation of the output element (7) beyond a specified point.

Drawing machines

A drawing machine having a drawing zone (8) for drawing slivers (2), and a plurality of flyers (14) for winding the slivers on to bobbins (16), is made compact by arranging the flyers substantially longitudinally of the paths of the slivers through the drawing zone, e.g. in echelon formation with respect to the sliver paths.

Drive unit for a motor vehicle component

Motor vehicle lock, in particular a motor vehicle door lock

A motor vehicle lock, in particular a motor vehicle door lock, which is equipped with a locking mechanism consisting substantially of a catch and a pawl as locking mechanism components. In addition, a latching element which is arranged in the engagement region between the two locking mechanism components and is pivotably mounted on the rotary latch or the pawl for the most part in a plane of the locking mechanism spanned by the two locking mechanism components. In addition, at least one guide element is implemented for additional axial and/or radial guidance of the latching element. According to the invention, the guide element is designed as a holding plate which overlaps the latching element laterally and is oriented largely parallel to the plane of the locking mechanism.

Motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch

A motor vehicle latch, in particular to a motor vehicle door latch, which is equipped with a locking mechanism consisting essentially of a catch and a pawl. Furthermore, a release lever rotatable about an axis of rotation is provided for the locking mechanism. In addition, an electromotive opening drive and a handle connected to a connecting means are provided. In order to open the locking mechanism, the opening drive acts by motor on the release lever, while the handle, including the connecting means, alternatively or additionally acts manually on the release lever. According to the invention, the opening drive acts on the release lever radially on the inside relative to the axis of rotation, and the connecting means acts on said release lever radially on the outside in relation to said axis of rotation.

Motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch

A motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch, which is equipped with a latch case and a latch cover as substantial components of a latch housing. The latch case and the latch cover can be connected to one another. In addition, the latch case is equipped with a raised edge at least on part of the circumference. According to the invention, the latch cover overlaps the raised edge with an overhang flange when installed on the latch case.

Motor vehicle lock, in particular a motor vehicle door lock

The invention relates to a motor vehicle lock, in particular a motor vehicle door lock, which is equipped with a locking mechanism (1, 2) consisting substantially of a catch (1) and a pawl (2) as locking mechanism components (1, 2). In addition, a latching element (3) which is arranged in the engagement region between the two locking mechanism components (1, 2) and is pivotably mounted on the rotary latch (1) or the pawl (2) for the most part in a plane of the locking mechanism (E) spanned by the two locking mechanism components (1, 2). In addition, at least one guide element (4) is implemented for additional axial and/or radial guidance of the latching element (3). According to the invention, the guide element (4) is designed as a holding plate which overlaps the latching element (3) laterally and is oriented largely parallel to the plane of the locking mechanism (E).

Motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch

The invention relates to a motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch, which is equipped with a locking mechanism consisting substantially of a catch and a pawl.An electromotive drive for a coupling lever is further provided as part of a power locking unit. In addition, a first operating lever is provided, wherein in the "unlocked" position of the power locking unit, said first operating lever works on the coupling lever that is then engaged in order to open the locking mechanism, and wherein in the "locked" position of the power locking unit, said first operating lever performs an idle stroke relative to the coupling lever that is then disengaged. According to the invention, the electromotive drive works with a linear thrust member on the coupling lever, wherein the linear thrust member is held in at least one position with the aid of a blocking lever.

Motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch

The invention relates to a motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch, which is equipped with a locking mechanism consisting substantially of a catch and a pawl.An electromotive drive for a coupling lever is further provided as part of a power locking unit. In addition, a first operating lever is provided, wherein in the "unlocked" position of the power locking unit, said first operating lever works on the coupling lever that is then engaged in order to open the locking mechanism, and wherein in the "locked" position of the power locking unit, said first operating lever performs an idle stroke relative to the coupling lever that is then disengaged. According to the invention, the electromotive drive works with a linear thrust member on the coupling lever, wherein the linear thrust member is held in at least one position with the aid of a blocking lever.

Motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch

The invention relates to a motor vehicle latch, in particular to a motor vehicle door latch, which is equipped with a locking mechanism (1, 2) consisting essentially of a catch (1) and a pawl (2). Furthermore, a release lever (3) rotatable about an axis of rotation (4) is provided for the locking mechanism (1, 2). In addition, an electromotive opening drive (8, 9) and a handle (10) connected to a connecting means (11) are provided. In order to open the locking mechanism (1, 2), the opening drive (8, 9) acts by motor on the release lever (3), while the handle (10), including the connecting means (11), alternatively or additionally acts manually on the release lever (3). According to the invention, the opening drive (8, 9) acts on the release lever (3) radially on the inside relative to the axis of rotation (4), and the connecting means (11) acts on said release lever radially on the outside in relation to said axis of rotation.

Motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch

The invention relates to a motor vehicle latch, in particular a motor vehicle door latch, which is equipped with a latch case (1) and a latch cover (4, 5) as substantial components of a latch housing (1, 4, 5). The latch case (1) and the latch cover (4, 5) can be connected to one another. In addition, the latch case (1) is equipped with a raised edge (1a) at least on part of the circumference. According to the invention, the latch cover (4, 5) overlaps the raised edge (1a) with an overhang flange (4a) when installed on the latch case (1 ).