Articulating closure mechanism for non-aligned closure panels
US9637955B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 2, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05C19/024
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A liftgate/decklid assembly for a motor vehicle includes a liftgate panel hingedly connected to the vehicle to define a liftgate swing arc. A decklid panel is hingedly connected to the liftgate panel to define a decklid swing arc. The decklid and liftgate panels are not aligned, causing the decklid swing arc to be different from the liftgate swing arc. The assembly further includes a liftgate/decklid assembly closure mechanism including an articulating latch member configured for translating as needed between an orientation normal to the liftgate swing arc and an orientation normal to the decklid swing arc prior to engaging a fixed angle striker.
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