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Method of climate control for an autonomous vehicle

US12194816B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 10, 2022
Grant dateJan 14, 2025
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Expiry dateApr 12, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60H2001/3485
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An air flow control system includes a plenum having an air inlet, a first air outlet, a second air outlet and a third air outlet, a vent door, an air guide, carried on the vent door, and an actuator. The actuator displaces the vent door between a first position closing the first air outlet and a second position opening the first air outlet. A climate control method for an autonomous vehicle is also provided.

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