Device to break ice accumulation around convertible windows by using vibrations
US10308224B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 2, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/508
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A convertible vehicle includes a door having a window and a powered actuator that moves the window from a closed position to a partially open (set) position to permit the vehicle door to open. A controller actuates the powered actuator to shift the window to a set position upon receiving a door open request signal. The controller actuates a powered vibrating mechanism to break ice on the window if actuating the powered actuator does not cause the window to move to the set position.
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