Heated sliding window assembly
US8707624B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/55
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A heated sliding window assembly for a vehicle that includes at least one fixed window. A rail is attached to the at least one fixed window. The fixed window may include an electrical contact. A sliding window is moveable along the rail and is moveable between open and closed positions. The sliding window includes a heater grid and an electrical contact. A drive mechanism is attached to the sliding window for moving the sliding window between the open and closed positions. An electrical circuit is included for carrying current to the heater grid. A switch is disposed within the electrical circuit that cuts off current to the heater grid when the sliding window is moved.
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