COAXIAL KNOB CONTROL FOR VEHICLE VENT

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Inventor(s)

Angel R. Munoz of Rochester Hills MI (US)

Steven Jay Leathorn of Fort Gratiot MI (US)

COAXIAL KNOB CONTROL FOR VEHICLE VENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18176808 titled 'COAXIAL KNOB CONTROL FOR VEHICLE VENT

The abstract describes a patent application for a vent assembly in a vehicle that includes a bezel with a vent opening for directing airflow. The assembly features a primary vane and a plurality of secondary vanes that can be adjusted to control airflow direction.

Primary vane movable about a primary vane axis to adjust airflow direction in a first direction
Plurality of secondary vanes movable about secondary vane axes to adjust airflow direction in a second direction
Primary adjustment knob on an adjustment shaft for moving the primary vane
Secondary adjustment knob coaxial with the primary knob for moving the secondary vanes independently

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for controlling airflow in vehicles - HVAC systems for precise airflow direction control

Problems Solved: - Allows for fine-tuning of airflow direction in vehicles - Provides more control over ventilation systems

Benefits: - Improved comfort for passengers with customizable airflow - Enhanced efficiency in directing airflow where needed

Commercial Applications: - Automotive manufacturers for integrating into vehicle designs - HVAC companies for incorporating into ventilation systems

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the primary vane axis affect the airflow direction? 2. What materials are typically used in manufacturing these vent assemblies?

Frequently Updated Research: - Stay updated on advancements in airflow control technology for potential improvements in vent assemblies.

Original Abstract Submitted

A vent assembly of a vehicle includes a bezel defining a vent opening through which an airflow is directed. A primary vane extends across the vent opening and is movable about a primary vane axis to adjust an airflow direction in a first direction. A plurality of secondary vanes are arrayed across the vent opening and are movable about a secondary vane to adjust the airflow direction in a second direction. A primary adjustment knob is located on an adjustment shaft and is rotatable about an adjustment axis. The primary adjustment knob is configured to effect movement the primary vane about the primary vane axis. A secondary adjustment knob is coaxial with the primary adjustment knob and is independently rotatable about the adjustment axis. The secondary adjustment knob is configured to effect movement of the plurality of secondary vanes about their respective secondary vane axes.