LOCKING ACTUATOR TO PREVENT DOOR LOCKING
The vehicle door opening system uses a locking actuator to prevent unintentional door opening by engaging with the locking mechanism, addressing the issue of unintentional door activation during vehicle deformation or airbag deployment, thereby maintaining door closure and safety.
DE102025100869A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-05-21GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
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Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-21
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Unintentional activation of the door lock can lead to the unintentional opening of a vehicle door during operation, compromising safety and security.
Method used
A vehicle door opening system with a locking actuator that engages with the locking actuation cable, counterweight, or locking release lever to prevent the door from opening unintentionally, activated by vehicle conditions such as deformation or airbag deployment.
Benefits of technology
Prevents the vehicle door from opening unintentionally, ensuring it remains closed during adverse conditions, enhancing safety and security.
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Abstract
A vehicle door opening system for a vehicle door comprises a door handle assembly, a door locking assembly, a locking actuation cable, and an actuator. The door handle assembly includes a door handle and a counterweight designed to rotate during operation of the door handle assembly. The door locking assembly includes a lock release lever that is movable between (i) an engaged state, in which the lock release lever engages with the vehicle door to secure the vehicle door in a closed position, and (ii) a non-engaged state, in which the lock release lever disengages from the vehicle door to allow the vehicle door to move from the closed to an open position. The rotation of the counterweight moves the lock release lever from the engaged state to the non-engaged state.The actuator can be operated to prevent the locking release lever from moving from the engaged state to the non-engaged state.
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