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Gm global technology operations llc (20240294054). COAXIAL KNOB CONTROL FOR VEHICLE VENT simplified abstract

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COAXIAL KNOB CONTROL FOR VEHICLE VENT

Organization Name

gm global technology operations llc

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 20240294054 titled 'COAXIAL KNOB CONTROL FOR VEHICLE VENT

The abstract describes a vent assembly for a vehicle that includes a primary vane and a plurality of secondary vanes to adjust airflow direction. The assembly features primary and secondary adjustment knobs for independent control of the vanes.

  • The vent assembly includes a bezel with a vent opening for directing airflow.
  • A primary vane and multiple secondary vanes are movable to adjust airflow direction.
  • A primary adjustment knob controls the primary vane, while a secondary adjustment knob controls the secondary vanes independently.
  • The primary and secondary adjustment knobs are coaxial and rotatable about an adjustment axis.
  • The primary vane and secondary vanes can be adjusted in different directions to optimize airflow within the vehicle.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for improved ventilation systems in vehicles.

Problems Solved: - Allows for precise control of airflow direction within the vehicle. - Enhances user comfort by providing customizable ventilation options.

Benefits: - Improved airflow management for better ventilation. - Enhanced user experience with customizable airflow direction.

Commercial Applications: - This technology can be utilized by automotive manufacturers to enhance the ventilation systems in their vehicles, providing a competitive edge in the market.

Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the independent control of primary and secondary vanes benefit the overall airflow management in a vehicle? 2. What are the potential cost implications of implementing this vent assembly technology in vehicles?


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.

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