Self-powered solar sunroof
US6406090B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 20, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/90
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A self-powered sunroof assembly can be mounted in the roof of a vehicle and includes a movable panel, preferably a window, a motor for controlling movement of the movable panel, and a self-contained power supply unit that supplies power to the motor. The self-contained power supply unit contains a battery and at least one solar cell array that charges the battery. The solar cell array is preferably attached to the movable panel but may be located anywhere on the sunroof assembly that may be directly or indirectly exposed to sunlight. Additionally, placement of the solar cell array on the movable window does not decrease visibility through the window.
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