Powerfold actuator for exterior mirror
US11975654B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 24, 2023 |
| Grant date | May 7, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B7/1827
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A vehicular exterior rearview mirror assembly includes a mirror head pivotally mounted at a mounting base configured for attachment at a side of a vehicle. The mirror head accommodates a reflective element. A powerfold actuator is operable to pivot the mirror head relative to the mounting base between at least an extended position and a folded position. The powerfold actuator includes a primary detent state that is engaged to maintain the mirror head at the extended position when the mirror head is pivoted via the powerfold actuator to the extended position. When the mirror head is manually moved from the folded position to the extended position, the powerfold operator is in a secondary detent to maintain the mirror head at the extended position.
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