18510294. LIFT APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
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LIFT APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE
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Inventor(s)
Hoon Min Jeon of Goyang-Si (KR)
Hyun Woo Lim of Hwaseong-Si (KR)
LIFT APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18510294 titled 'LIFT APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE
The lift apparatus for a vehicle described in the patent application includes a frame with an entry space for the vehicle to enter, and a lifting and lowering module that raises and lowers the vehicle within the entry space.
- The lifting and lowering module consists of a wheel support portion that holds the vehicle's wheel and a pusher that aligns the vehicle's center with the center of the entry space.
- The pusher presses the wheel on the wheel support portion to ensure proper alignment during the lifting and lowering process.
Potential Applications: - Automotive repair shops - Vehicle maintenance facilities - Car manufacturing plants
Problems Solved: - Efficient vehicle lifting and lowering process - Accurate alignment of the vehicle within the entry space
Benefits: - Improved safety during vehicle maintenance - Enhanced precision in vehicle positioning - Time-saving in lifting and lowering operations
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Vehicle Lift Apparatus Revolutionizes Automotive Maintenance This technology can be utilized in various commercial settings such as automotive repair shops, vehicle manufacturing plants, and maintenance facilities, enhancing efficiency and safety in vehicle maintenance operations.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the pusher ensure proper alignment of the vehicle within the entry space? The pusher presses the wheel on the wheel support portion to align the vehicle's center with the center of the entry space, ensuring accurate positioning during the lifting and lowering process.
2. What are the key advantages of using this lift apparatus in automotive repair shops? This lift apparatus improves safety during vehicle maintenance, enhances precision in vehicle positioning, and saves time in lifting and lowering operations, making it a valuable tool for automotive repair shops.
Original Abstract Submitted
A lift apparatus for a vehicle includes a frame that provides an entry space that the vehicle required to be lifted enters and a lifting and lowering module that raises and lowers the vehicle in the entry space relative to the frame. The lifting and lowering module includes a wheel support portion that supports a wheel of the vehicle and a pusher that presses the wheel supported on the wheel support portion so that a lateral center portion of the entry space and a lateral center portion of the vehicle are aligned with each other.
