18323111. Sealing Assembly for Twin Swing Gate simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)

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Sealing Assembly for Twin Swing Gate

Organization Name

Kia Corporation

Inventor(s)

Je-Yeon Kim of Seoul (KR)

Jang-Hoon Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Jae-Yun Lee of Yangsan-si (KR)

Dong-Hee Ma of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Min-Hyoung Ahn of Suwon-si (KR)

Sealing Assembly for Twin Swing Gate - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18323111 titled 'Sealing Assembly for Twin Swing Gate

Simplified Explanation

The sealing assembly for a twin swing gate of a vehicle includes a first gate hinge-connected to the vehicle, a second gate hinge-connected to the vehicle and rotating in the opposite direction of the first gate, and a center bar unit on the inside end portion of the first gate that rotates with the opening or closing of the first gate.

  • First gate hinge-connected to the vehicle
  • Second gate rotating in the opposite direction of the first gate
  • Center bar unit on the inside end portion of the first gate

Potential Applications

The sealing assembly can be used in various vehicles such as cars, trucks, and vans to provide a secure closure for twin swing gates.

Problems Solved

1. Ensures a tight seal when the gates are closed, preventing dust, water, and other elements from entering the vehicle. 2. Allows for easy opening and closing of the gates without compromising the seal.

Benefits

1. Improved protection for the vehicle's cargo or passengers. 2. Enhanced durability and longevity of the gates. 3. Easy operation and maintenance of the sealing assembly.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing Vehicle Twin Swing Gate Sealing Assembly for Enhanced Security and Protection

Possible Prior Art

There are existing sealing assemblies for vehicle gates, but the specific design of a twin swing gate with a center bar unit rotating in conjunction with the opening or closing of the gate may be a novel innovation.

Unanswered Questions

How does the sealing assembly perform in extreme weather conditions?

The article does not mention how the sealing assembly withstands extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain, snow, or extreme temperatures.

What materials are used in the construction of the sealing assembly?

The article does not provide information on the materials used in the construction of the sealing assembly, which could impact its durability and performance.


Original Abstract Submitted

An embodiment is a sealing assembly for a twin swing gate of a vehicle, the sealing assembly including a first gate of which an outside end portion is hinge-connected to a vehicle, a second gate of which an outside end portion is hinge-connected to the vehicle and configured to be rotated in a direction opposite to rotation of the first gate, and a center bar unit along a height direction of the vehicle on an inside end portion of the first gate, the center bar being configured to rotate in conjunction with opening or closing the first gate.