AIR FLAP APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE

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AIR FLAP APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18205105 titled 'AIR FLAP APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE

The present disclosure discusses an air flap apparatus for a vehicle that prevents the air flap from rotating due to high-speed traveling winds.

The apparatus includes a frame behind the vehicle's grill, an air flap for opening or closing an air inlet in the frame, a power transmission unit connected to the air flap for rotation, and a driving unit outside the frame for power generation.
The power transmission unit consists of a link connected to the air flap for rotation and a loader connected to the driving unit to stop the link's movement when the air flap closes the air inlet.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various vehicles to control air flow efficiently. - It can enhance aerodynamics and improve fuel efficiency in automobiles.

Problems Solved: - Prevents the air flap from rotating uncontrollably due to high-speed winds. - Ensures the air flap closes the air inlet securely when needed.

Benefits: - Improved safety and stability during high-speed travel. - Enhanced control over air flow for better vehicle performance.

Commercial Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicles of all types. - Aerodynamics research and development companies.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does this air flap apparatus improve vehicle aerodynamics? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this technology in vehicles?

Frequently Updated Research: - Stay updated on advancements in vehicle aerodynamics and airflow control technologies for potential improvements in this air flap apparatus.

Original Abstract Submitted

The present disclosure relates to an air flap apparatus for a vehicle, which is improved to prevent an air flap from being rotated by a traveling wind generated when the vehicle travels at a high speed. The air flap apparatus for a vehicle includes a frame disposed behind a grill of a vehicle, an air flap that opens or closes an air inlet formed in the frame, a power transmission unit that is connected to the air flap and rotates the air flap, and a driving unit that is disposed outside the frame and generates power, wherein the power transmission unit includes a link that is connected to the air flap and rotates the air flap, and a loader that is connected to the driving unit, is rotated by the power generate by the driving unit, and stops movement of the link when the air flap closes the air inlet.