Retractable hardtop with articulating center panel

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2005-11-15

2005-11-15

Patel, Kiran B. (Department: 3612)

Classifying, separating, and assorting solids

Electrostatic

C296S108000, C296S107160

Reexamination Certificate

active

06964340

ABSTRACT:
A retractable hardtop for use with a vehicle includes a rear section pivotally coupled to the vehicle and a front section pivotally coupled to the rear section for movement of the hardtop between an extended position defining a roof over a passenger compartment in the vehicle and a retracted position at least partially stowed in a storage compartment. A balance link extends between one end pivotally coupled to the vehicle and an opposite end pivotally coupled to the front panel. A center panel opening is defined between the front and rear panels. A center panel is operatively coupled to the balance link for movement in and out of the center panel opening during movement of the hardtop between the extended and retracted positions, respectively.

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