Universal sensing edge with non-melt end closure
US6571512B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 24, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2600/40
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A sensing edge for actuating a device to cause a closing door to stop closing upon a force being applied to the sensing edge. The door has a sensing edge surface, which includes an elongated sheath positioned adjacent to the leading edge surface of the door and is compressible upon application of an external force. Within the sheath is a cavity where a sensor is positioned which is responsive to an external force applied to the sheath. A closure is positioned proximate an end of the sheath. The closure has a channel in an outer surface which extends the width of the closure. The closure further includes a passageway therethrough extending from the cavity to the channel. At least one electrical conductor, which extends through the passageway and partially through the channel to one of the front and rear sides, is in electrical communication with the sensor.
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