Cinching latch assembly
US11933082B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/548
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A cinching latch assembly for latching a striker includes a forkbolt biased to rotate about a first pivot point between a primary latched position, a secondary latched position, and a fully released position. The cinching latch assembly also includes a detent biased to rotate about a second pivot point to engage with the forkbolt in at least one position of the forkbolt, and a lift lever biased to rotate about a third pivot point, the lift lever having a first end to lift up on the striker during at least one position of the striker within the latch assembly. The cinching latch assembly also includes a cinch lever that, during a powered cinching operation, lowers the lift lever away from the striker prior to the forkbolt moving from the fully released position to the secondary latched position.
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