Convertible roof system
US7100964B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 23, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 23, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J7/1273
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In accordance with the present invention, a convertible roof system is provided which includes rotary actuators which are operable to pivot the roof rails relative to one another and a portion of the actuator is disposed within one of the roof rails. In another aspect of the present invention, a convertible roof for an automotive vehicle is provided which includes a retractable roof cover with a flexible portion and at least three rotary actuators that are each located at a pivot joint between the roof rails and are operable to rotate the roof rails relative to one another or to the vehicle.
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