Air outlet directional flow controller with integrated shut-off door
US9278607B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 8, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60H2001/3478
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle air vent is provided that includes a plurality of air control vanes, the orientation of which determines the direction of air flow exiting the air vent; a shut-off door that allows air to flow through the air vent when it is in a first position and blocks air flow through the air vent when it is in a second position; a control tab mechanically coupled to the plurality of air control vanes; and a linkage assembly mechanically coupling the control tab to the shut-off door. Adjustment of the control tab within a first range of positions controls the orientation of the air control vanes while maintaining the shut-off door in an open position. Adjustment of the control tab within a second range of positions, however, moves the shut-off door between the first and second positions, thereby controlling air flow through the air vent.
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