Flush door handle for vehicle
US11680432B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 30, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 11, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/546
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An exterior door handle assembly for a vehicle door includes a base portion disposed at a door handle region and a handle portion including a base end, a swing end, and a grasping portion disposed between the base end and the swing end. A connector has a first end pivotally connected to the base end of the handle portion and a second end movably coupled with the swing end of the handle portion. The first and second ends of the connector are pivotally attached at respective connecting links that are pivotally attached at the base portion. An actuator operates to engage a portion of a first connecting link to impart pivotal movement of the first connecting link to move the handle portion between a recessed position and a deployed position. When the handle portion is deployed, the handle portion is manually movable to actuate or release a door latch.
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