Retractable pillar for convertible vehicle

Details Retractable pillar for convertible vehicle Retractable pillar for convertible vehicle

2007-07-17

2007-07-17

Pedder, Dennis H. (Department: 3612)

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Bodies

Structural detail

C296S107090, C296S201000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11064030

ABSTRACT:
A retractable pillar is used in a convertible vehicle. In another aspect of the present invention, a pillar is automatically retracted and extended. A further aspect of the present invention rotates at least a portion of the pillar during its movement. In still another aspect of the present invention, a retractable B-pillar provides weatherstrip sealing to a door-mounted window.

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