View source for 17962594. SELECTIVELY PIVOTABLE MID-GATE FOR A VEHICLE simplified abstract (GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC)

=SELECTIVELY PIVOTABLE MID-GATE FOR A VEHICLE=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC|GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC]]


[[Category:GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Daniel Lopez De Salvi of Burbank CA (US)|Daniel Lopez De Salvi of Burbank CA (US)]][[Category:Daniel Lopez De Salvi of Burbank CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Carla Pamela Puig of Azusa CA (US)|Carla Pamela Puig of Azusa CA (US)]][[Category:Carla Pamela Puig of Azusa CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Lawrence G. Cole of Utica MI (US)|Lawrence G. Cole of Utica MI (US)]][[Category:Lawrence G. Cole of Utica MI (US)]]

[[:Category:Syed Albeez of Troy MI (US)|Syed Albeez of Troy MI (US)]][[Category:Syed Albeez of Troy MI (US)]]

[[:Category:Joern Zirfass of Los Angeles CA (US)|Joern Zirfass of Los Angeles CA (US)]][[Category:Joern Zirfass of Los Angeles CA (US)]]

==SELECTIVELY PIVOTABLE MID-GATE FOR A VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17962594 titled 'SELECTIVELY PIVOTABLE MID-GATE FOR A VEHICLE

==Simplified Explanation==

The abstract describes a selectively pivotable mid-gate for a vehicle that includes two mid-gate members pivotally mounted to the vehicle through a hinge member, with a latch system allowing for controlled rotation in different directions.

* The invention involves a first mid-gate member pivotally mounted to the vehicle through a hinge member.
* A second mid-gate member is pivotally mounted to the vehicle and the first mid-gate member through the hinge member.
* A latch system is operatively connected to the first mid-gate member and the second mid-gate member, allowing for controlled rotation.
* The latch system can release the first mid-gate member to rotate in one direction and both mid-gate members to rotate in the opposite direction.

== Potential Applications ==
This technology could be used in pickup trucks or other vehicles with mid-gates to provide flexibility in cargo management and access.

== Problems Solved ==
This innovation solves the problem of limited access and cargo management options in vehicles with mid-gates by allowing for controlled and selective rotation of the mid-gate members.

== Benefits ==
The benefits of this technology include improved versatility in cargo management, easier access to the vehicle's bed, and enhanced functionality for users.

== Potential Commercial Applications ==
Potential commercial applications include pickup truck manufacturers, automotive accessory companies, and other vehicle manufacturers looking to enhance the functionality of their products.

== Possible Prior Art ==
One possible prior art could be existing mid-gate designs in pickup trucks or other vehicles, which may not offer the same level of controlled rotation and flexibility as the described invention.

=== Unanswered Questions ===

=== How does this technology impact vehicle safety? ===
The article does not address the potential impact of this technology on vehicle safety. It would be important to consider how the pivotable mid-gate may affect the structural integrity of the vehicle in the event of a collision or other safety-related scenarios.

=== What materials are used in the construction of the pivotable mid-gate? ===
The article does not provide information on the materials used in the construction of the pivotable mid-gate. Understanding the materials used can help assess the durability, weight, and cost implications of implementing this technology.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

A selectively pivotable mid-gate for a vehicle includes a first mid-gate member pivotally mounted to the vehicle through a hinge member and a second mid-gate member is pivotally mounted to the vehicle and the first mid-gate member through the hinge member. A latch system is operatively connected to the first mid-gate member and the second mid-gate member. The latch system is selectively operable to release the first mid-gate member to rotate in a first direction and to release the first mid-gate member and the second mid-gate member to rotate in a second direction that is opposite the first direction.



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