Method and apparatus for load compensating doors and hatches

Details Method and apparatus for load compensating doors and hatches Method and apparatus for load compensating doors and hatches

1997-06-11

1999-08-31

Dayoan, D. Glenn

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Bodies

Door or window with specified vehicle feature

2961001, 49334, B60J 500

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059443766

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus is disclosed for moving a vehicle door relative to a vehicle frame. The apparatus includes a motor for rotating a shaft. The apparatus further includes a first threaded member coupled to the shaft of the motor, wherein the first threaded member is mechanically linked to the vehicle frame. In addition, the apparatus includes a second threaded member which cooperates with the first threaded member so that the second threaded member is moved relative to the first threaded member when the first threaded member is rotated by the shaft of the motor, wherein the second threaded member is mechanically linked to the vehicle door. A method for moving a vehicle door relative to a vehicle frame is also disclosed.

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