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Motor vehicle door lock status system and related method

US9850690B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2016
Grant dateDec 26, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05B81/74
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A motor vehicle door lock status system is provided. That system includes a door lock actuator, a door lock status indicator for indicating lock status of the multiple motor vehicle doors, and a controller. The controller is connected to the door lock actuator and the door lock status indicator. Further, the controller is configured to provide a door open signal, an all doors closed and locked signal and a failure to lock signal. A related method of indicating door lock status of a motor vehicle is also disclosed.

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