Air duct outlets with closeable doors and vehicles incorporating same
US6554696B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 28, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60H2001/3478
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Air duct outlets having closeable doors are provided. An air duct outlet includes a housing having a front wall with an opening therein that allows air to pass therethrough. A door assembly is movably mounted to the housing and includes a unitary door having an exterior surface. The door assembly is movable between a closed position and an open position. The door substantially covers the front wall opening and is substantially flush with the front wall when the door assembly is in the closed position. The door is retracted from the front wall opening when the door assembly is in the open position. In the closed position, the door provides a continuous, uniform, and aesthetically pleasing appearance with the front wall.
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