Sun visor assembly incorporating a magnetic detention system
US9248721B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 2, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2013/0287
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A sun visor assembly is provided incorporating a magnetic detention system. That assembly includes a sun visor body, a ferromagnetic element held in that body and a permanent magnet in a headliner of the vehicle. The permanent magnet and the ferromagnetic element are aligned so that the body is attracted toward the headliner and positively held in a home position adjacent the headliner.
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