Magnetic latch mechanism
US9004550B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 8, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/11
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A latch with dual rotary magnets is particularly suited for releasably securing dual doors of a compartment in the closed position. Each rotary magnet holds in a closed position a magnetic insert attached to a respective door by magnetic attraction to secure both doors in the closed position relative to the compartment. Mechanical hook-like rotary pawls supplement the action of the magnets. In addition, the latch is provided with a safety feature that prevents the latch from opening in the event that the vehicle in which the latch is installed is involved in a collision.
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