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Lightweight latch with clinch nut

A latch and assembly technology, applied in the field of side door latch assemblies, can solve the problems of thread failure, reduction of available length for receiving threaded fasteners, reduction of strength of strength modules, etc.

Active Publication Date: 2018-08-24
MAGNA CLOSURES INC
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However, this has the disadvantage of
A disadvantage is the reduced strength of the strength module due to this reduction
Another disadvantage is that the available length of the internally threaded hole to receive the threaded fastener is reduced, resulting in a reduced thread engagement length, which can lead to thread failure under high loads
Another disadvantage is related to the difficulty in forming threads for internally threaded holes during manufacture using a stamping process

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[0029] One or more example embodiments of a strength module for a latch assembly of the type suitable for use in a closure system of a motor vehicle will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Rather, these example embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough, and will fully convey the scope to those who are skilled in the art. Numerous specific details are set forth, such as examples of specific components, devices and methods, to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that specific details need not be employed, that example embodiments may be embodied in many different forms and that neither should be construed to limit the scope of the disclosure. In some example embodiments, well-known processes, well-known device structures, and well-known technologies are not described in detail since they will be easily understood by those skilled in the art. ...

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Abstract

A latch assembly for a vehicle door closure system is provided, with latch assembly having a strength module including a frame plate, a latching mechanism with components pivotably mounted by clinch nuts secured to retention apertures formed in the frame plate, and threaded fasteners in threaded engagement with the clinch nuts to mount the latch assembly to the vehicle door.

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[0001] Cross References to Related Applications [0002] This application claims the benefit of US Provisional Application Serial No. 62 / 456,802, filed February 9, 2017, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. technical field [0003] The present disclosure generally relates to automotive door locks. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to side door latch assemblies equipped with lightweight strength modules. Background technique [0004] This section provides background information related to automotive door locks and is not necessarily prior art to the concepts related to the present disclosure. [0005] A vehicle closure panel, such as a side door for a vehicle passenger compartment, is hinged to swing between an open position and a closed position and includes a latch assembly mounted to the vehicle door. The latch assembly functions in a known manner, latching the door when the door is closed, locking the door i...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(China)
IPC IPC(8): E05B85/24E05B79/10
CPCE05B79/10E05B85/24E05B79/02E05B85/02E05B85/243B60J5/0413B60J5/0431B60J5/0483E05C3/162E05C3/24E05Y2900/531
Inventor 弗朗切斯科·昆博卡洛·夸尔蒂耶里恩里科·博埃里
Owner MAGNA CLOSURES INC