Door assist system and method for retrofit installation of apparatus
US8002328B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 20, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 28, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/531
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A door assist system for use in a motor vehicle, to aid the user in opening doors by providing a power assist and operative controls. The door assist system can be retrofitted to existing vehicles such as armored motor vehicles used in military operations, to aid the user in opening heavy armored doors. The door assist system includes a programmable central controller coupled to internal and external open and close switches and sensors for activating door movement.
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