Decklid damper for a vehicle
US8517448B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 30, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/548
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In accordance with exemplary embodiments, a magnetic decklid damper system is provided for a vehicle. The system comprises a decklid coupled to a body of the vehicle via a hinge strap facilitating the decklid moving between a closed position and an open position. The hinge strap includes a first magnetic element coupled to the hinge strap, and a second magnetic element coupled to a body member of the vehicle. The first and second magnetic elements have a common polarity to magnetically repel each other as the decklid moves toward the open position to provide a damping effect for the decklid.
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