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Combined condensation radiator fan module and brake cooling duct shutter system

US8631889B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 20, 2011
Grant dateJan 21, 2014
Priority date
Expiry dateFeb 20, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/88
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle includes a body that defines an opening in a forward end thereof. A heat exchanger and an inlet of a brake duct are each positioned rearward of the opening to receive a flow of air through the opening. A shutter system is movable between an open position to allow airflow through the opening and a closed position to block airflow through the opening. The shutter system controls the airflow to both the heat exchanger and to the inlet of the brake duct.

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