Door closure assist assemblies

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2005-03-09

2010-10-19

Lugo, Carlos (Department: 3673)

Closure fasteners

Magnetic

C292SDIG065

Reexamination Certificate

active

07815232

ABSTRACT:
Door closure assist assemblies that assist in providing a final closing motion generally includes an extender portion comprised of an active material adapted to linearly expand in response to an activation signal and a releasable fastener having one component in movable communication with the extender portion and a second component attached to the other selected one of the door and doorframe. During operation, the door closure assist assembly provides the final closing action.

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