Variable mode air distribution system
US6113483A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 17, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 17, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60H1/00842
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An air distribution system having a plurality of vents for a motor vehicle is provided. The system includes a cylindrical housing having a plurality of passageways that lead to the vents attached thereto, The cylindrical housing encloses two inner barrels are rotatably mounted therein that can independently direct air to selected vents. This provides the ability for the passenger of the vehicle to receive air flow through a selected vent and the driver to receive sir flow through a possibly different selected vent.
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