Pressurized sealing systems for vehicle closure members
US10696147B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 4, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J10/86
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle closure member sealing system includes a first seal including a first bulb section and an inflatable geometric feature disposed on a discrete portion of the first seal. The inflatable geometric feature includes a second bulb section separate from the first bulb section. A pressure source is configured to communicate a fluid into the second bulb section to inflate the inflatable geometric feature between a first position and a second position. The vehicle closure member sealing system may be utilized to seal a side door or liftgate.
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