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Actuator and method of actuating a latch

US10780810B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2015
Grant dateSep 22, 2020
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Expiry dateDec 10, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2025/2463
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An actuator comprises a housing, a motor, a drive mechanism and a clutch coupled to the drive mechanism. The motor is mounted displaceably relative to the housing. A displacement of the motor relative to the housing is operative to actuate the clutch.

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