17895417. SLIDING DOOR DEVICE FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
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SLIDING DOOR DEVICE FOR VEHICLE
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Jaeseung Lee of Hwaseong-si (KR)
SLIDING DOOR DEVICE FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17895417 titled 'SLIDING DOOR DEVICE FOR VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a sliding door device for a vehicle that includes a door, a door arm, a mover, a body arm, and a roller.
- The door is used to open or close a door opening in a vehicle body.
- The door arm is connected to the inside of the door and extends towards a side sill of the vehicle body.
- The mover is positioned facing the door and can move along the side sill.
- The body arm is connected to one side of the mover and is parallel to the door arm, extending towards the inside of the door.
- The roller is coupled to both the door arm and the body arm, allowing them to move relative to each other as the roller rotates.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Automotive industry: The sliding door device can be used in various types of vehicles, such as vans or buses, to provide a convenient and efficient door opening mechanism.
- Public transportation: The sliding door device can be particularly useful in public transportation vehicles, allowing for easy entry and exit of passengers.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Simplified door opening: The sliding door device provides a mechanism that allows for easy and smooth opening and closing of the door, enhancing user convenience.
- Space optimization: By using a sliding door mechanism, the device eliminates the need for swing space, making it suitable for vehicles with limited space.
Benefits of this technology:
- Convenience: The sliding door device offers a user-friendly door opening mechanism, making it easier for passengers to enter and exit the vehicle.
- Space efficiency: The sliding door mechanism eliminates the need for swing space, allowing for better space utilization within the vehicle.
- Durability: The use of a roller mechanism ensures smooth and reliable operation of the sliding door device, enhancing its longevity.
Original Abstract Submitted
A sliding door device for a vehicle, includes: a door that opens or closes a door opening formed in a vehicle body; a door arm having a first end portion connected to the inside of the door and to extend toward a side sill of the vehicle body; a mover disposed to face the door and to be movable along the side sill; a body arm having a first end portion connected to one side of the mover, wherein the body arm is disposed in parallel to the door arm to extend toward the inside of the door; and a roller having an edge portion, respectively coupled to the door arm and the body arm so that the door arm and the body arm relatively move to each other in accordance with rotation of the roller.