Convertible roof actuation mechanism

Details Convertible roof actuation mechanism Convertible roof actuation mechanism

1998-05-29

1999-12-07

Salata, Jonathan

Electricity: motive power systems

Motor-reversing

296122, B60J 708

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059989483

ABSTRACT:
A convertible roof actuation mechanism includes a pliable roof cover, a top stack mechanism supporting the roof cover, and at least one roof bow of the top stack mechanism independently movable relative to the remainder of the top stack mechanism for selectively reducing and increasing tension of the roof cover during latching. Another aspect of the present invention provides a single driving mechanism, for each side of the vehicle, to operate both the tension relieving roof bow and the top stack mechanism.

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