Hyundai motor company (20240300306). DOOR TRIM COVER DEVICE FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract

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DOOR TRIM COVER DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Organization Name

hyundai motor company

Inventor(s)

Hyong Don Kim of Yongin-si (KR)

DOOR TRIM COVER DEVICE FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240300306 titled 'DOOR TRIM COVER DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation:

The patent application describes a door trim cover device for a vehicle that allows for smooth opening and closing of a door without interference between the lower striker and the door trim.

  • The trim cover is raised by an actuator to enable door operation without obstruction.
  • The trim cover is lowered by the actuator when the door is closed to match with the body weather strip.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Actuator-operated trim cover for seamless door operation.
  • Prevents interference between lower striker and door trim.
  • Ensures proper alignment with body weather strip.

Potential Applications:

This technology can be applied in various vehicle models without a b-pillar to enhance door functionality and aesthetics.

Problems Solved:

This technology addresses the issue of interference between the lower striker and door trim during door operation in vehicles without a b-pillar.

Benefits:

  • Smooth door opening and closing.
  • Enhanced aesthetic appeal.
  • Improved functionality of the vehicle doors.

Commercial Applications:

The technology can be utilized by automotive manufacturers to improve the design and functionality of vehicles without a b-pillar, potentially increasing customer satisfaction and market competitiveness.

Questions about Door Trim Cover Device:

1. How does the actuator raise and lower the trim cover? 2. What are the benefits of preventing interference between the lower striker and door trim?


Original Abstract Submitted

a door trim cover device for a vehicle is configured so that in a vehicle including no b-pillar, a trim cover is raised by operation of an actuator to enable an operation of opening or closing a door without interference between a lower striker and a door trim while the door is opened or closed with respect to the lower striker on a side sill fastened to a lower latch of the door, and the trim cover is lowered by a reverse operation of the actuator in a closed state of the door so that the trim cover is matched with a body weather strip together with the door trim.