Joint locking device for a convertible roof system
US7104587B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J7/1856
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A joint locking device for a convertible roof system is provided. In another aspect of the present invention, an outfolding convertible roof employs a device for deterring member-to-member movement when fully raised. A further aspect of the present invention employs a linearly moving lock for a convertible roof joint, which may be automatically actuated and/or manually actuated. Still another aspect of the present invention provides a joint lock at the A-joint, B-joint, C-joint and/or another joint of the convertible roof top stack mechanism.
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