United Technologies Automotive Inc.

Ut Automotive Dearborn, Inc.

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Lear Automotive Dearborn, Inc.

Monte L Falcoff

Robin Mihekun Miller

James D Dowd

Daniel D Kilker

H Winston Maue

Edward G Curtindale

Eric J Krupp

Abdi R Lawassani

Robert D Muller

James Wayne Gibson

William Carl Zimmer

Walter K Gierschick

Leonard E Moriconi

John Swiatocha

George Boguszewicz

Jeffrey W Stahlbaum

A multi-functional apparatus employing a magnetic coupling mechanism. The magnetic coupling mechanism selectively couples an actuator shaft and a second shaft driven by a rotatable driving member. In another aspect of the present invention, the magnetic coupling of the shafts is electrically controlled, whereby the driven shaft can be actuated independently from other systems actuated by the multi-functional apparatus. In an automotive context, a window wiper may be attached to the driven shaft, such that when the magnetic coupling mechanism is disengaged the window wiper can move in relation to upward pivotal movement of the opened window.

Magnetic coupling mechanism for use in an automotive vehicle

A linearly actuating multi-functional apparatus for use in an automotive vehicle includes a single electromagnetic device which linearly operates a pair of mechanical devices. In another aspect of the present invention, a plunger of a solenoid is selectively moved between various longitudinal positions in order to directly and linearly move a portion of a first mechanical device interfacing with a window assembly and move a portion of a second mechanical device, such as a door lock or latch.

Linearly actuating multi-functional apparatus for use in an automotive

In accordance with the present invention, the preferred embodiment of a multi-functional apparatus employing a flexible drive element for selectively actuating multiple output includes an electromagnetic device and a flexible drive element with a plurality of members thereon. In another aspect of the present invention, a flexible closed loop drive element in response to selective energization of an electric motor, and at least one rotatable member is coupled to one accessory such as a window wiper. The member attached to the drive element are arranged in a loop motion or discontinuous manner and selectively engage the rotatable member and thus actuate the attached accessory.

Multi-functional apparatus employing a flexible drive element for

A multi-functional automotive vehicle apparatus comprising: a rotatable member; an electromagnetic device operable to selectively rotate said rotatable member; a first motion transmitting member selectively moved in response to rotation of said rotatable member; and a second motion transmitting member selectively moved in response to rotation of said rotatable member.

Multi-functional vehicle apparatus

An overhead console for a motor vehicle including an integral remote control unit storage compartment is provided. The invention allows for the remote control unit to be activated directly by actuating a pivotable door to an open position or indirectly while the remote control unit remains in the storage compartment.

Multifunctional garage door opener storage compartment

The primary sun visor is co-existent with a low profile thin member, known as a recessed tray, which is independent from the headliner substrate and is thinner than the headliner substrate it replaces. The recessed tray contains an integrally molded center support and outboard bezel area. The primary sun visor vanity mirror lamps have been removed and integrated into the recessed tray. The recessed tray retains both the primary and auxiliary sun visors.

Low profile sun visor system with remote lighting

Electric circuity (45) in a lighted vanity mirror module (5) for an automobile sun visor (40) is mounted on the backside of an appearance bezel (10), thereby obviating the necessity for a separate housing. A wire wound resistor (80) is employed in a lamp dimmer (37) and, with the bezel, retains a sliding contact which controls lamp intensity.

Automobile sun visor vanity mirror module

Set of accessory panels for an overhead console

Set of accessary panels for an overhead console

Combined assist handle, courtesy light and coat hook for the interior of

An overhead console (5) for an automobile or the like includes a storage compartment (20) disposed between a headliner (30) and the roof structure of the vehicle for efficient utilization of space. The compartment is covered by the headliner for enhanced aesthetic appeal.

Overhead console

An overhead console (5) for a motor vehicle or the like includes a wall structure (30) including a rearwardly and downwardly facing portion (55) with opening (60) therein. The opening is closed by a door (80) in the shape of a tray, which blends smoothly into wall portion (55).

Overhead console having a pivotable storage shelf-door

An overhead console 5 which accommodates an electric garage door opener transmitter or similar signalling device, includes a drop-down compartment (50) stored in a housing (20). Guide means such as tracks (85) and detent (90) as well as damping means such as cams 110 and spring 115 assure smooth operation of the device.

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Beverly Hills, MI, United States of America

Monte L Falcoff