ROOF SYSTEM
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- INALFA ROOF SYST GROUP
- Filing Date
- 2021-07-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-10
AI Technical Summary
Existing roof systems in modern cars fail to maximize headroom and daylight opening, as guide rails are typically positioned centrally, limiting both dimensions.
Positioning guide rails vertically below the frame and outwardly from the vehicle center, with guide grooves and drive cables extending below the panel seal, allows for a wider daylight opening and increased headroom, while using a second panel seal to prevent water ingress and incorporating a sunshade system to further enhance daylight.
This configuration achieves a wider daylight opening and increased headroom by positioning guide rails outwardly, while ensuring reliable connections and water drainage, enhancing the overall roof system functionality.