Hyundai motor company (20240175309). DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract

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DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Organization Name

hyundai motor company

Inventor(s)

Jaeseung Lee of Hwaseong-Si (KR)

Gookhyun Jeon of Seoul (KR)

DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240175309 titled 'DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a door opening and closing device for a vehicle, which includes a spindle, a worm wheel gear, and two door arms for opening and closing a door on a vehicle body.

  • Spindle mounted in the vehicle body and configured to rotate
  • Worm wheel gear engaged to the spindle and rotating according to the spindle's rotation
  • First door arm engaged to the worm wheel gear and rotating together with it
  • Second door arm interlocking with the worm wheel gear, sliding from or to the first door arm

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in various types of vehicles, such as cars, trucks, and vans, to automate the process of opening and closing doors.

Problems Solved

1. Simplifies the process of opening and closing vehicle doors 2. Increases convenience and safety for passengers entering and exiting the vehicle

Benefits

1. Enhanced user experience with automated door opening and closing 2. Reduces the effort required to operate vehicle doors 3. Improves accessibility for individuals with mobility issues

Potential Commercial Applications

"Automated Door Opening and Closing Device for Vehicles: Commercial Applications"

Possible Prior Art

There may be existing patents or technologies related to automated door opening and closing systems in vehicles, but specific prior art is not provided in the abstract.

Unanswered Questions

How does the device handle obstacles in the door's path during opening or closing?

The abstract does not mention any sensors or safety features to detect and avoid obstacles in the door's path.

What materials are used in the construction of the device for durability and longevity?

The abstract does not specify the materials used in the construction of the door opening and closing device.


Original Abstract Submitted

a door opening and closing device for a vehicle includes a door for opening and closing a door opening formed in a vehicle body, a spindle mounted in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle body and configured to rotate, and a worm wheel gear engaged to the spindle and configured to rotate according to a rotation of the spindle, a first door arm engaged to the worm wheel gear and configured to rotate together with the worm wheel gear, and a second door arm interlocking with the worm wheel gear, selectively moving from or to the first door arm, and configured to slide.