Automated assist handle for automotive vehicle
US11584282B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 18, 2017 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 28, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05B2001/0023
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Techniques and examples pertaining to an assist handle implementable to an automotive vehicle are described. The assist handle is automatically deployed to provide ingress or egress assist to a passenger to enter or exit the automotive vehicle. Furthermore, the assist handle is automatically retracted when not in use. The deployment and the retraction of the assist handle is controlled by an electronic control unit (ECU) of the vehicle, through an actuator and a transmission mechanism, in response to a command sent from a body control module (BCM) of the vehicle, the command regarding an operation of a door of the vehicle. When retracted, the assist handle may be invisible to the passenger. The automotive vehicle may be an autonomous ride-sharing vehicle.
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