Aisin has been granted a patent for a vehicle door handle apparatus featuring a rotatable grip and an integrated switch device. The design allows the grip to transition from a flush position with the door panel to a protruding state, facilitating user interaction with the switch for ON/OFF functionality. GlobalData’s report on Aisin gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Vehicle door handle apparatus with integrated switch device
The patent US12044046B2 describes a door handle apparatus designed for vehicles, which integrates a grip and a switch device for enhanced functionality. The apparatus consists of a base fixed to the vehicle's door panel, allowing for a grip that can be accessed from the exterior. This grip is rotatable around a first shaft, enabling it to transition from a flush position with the door panel to a protruding state. Adjacent to the grip, the switch device includes a switch body, a switch cover, and a holder. The switch cover is also rotatable around a second shaft, allowing it to engage with the switch body to toggle the switch element between ON and OFF states. The design incorporates various structural elements, including a button pressing portion and shaft support portions, to facilitate the operation of the switch cover.
Further claims detail the specific orientations and configurations of the components. The grip extends in the front-rear direction of the vehicle, while the first shaft is oriented in the vehicle's height direction. The holder is designed with a stopper to limit the rotation of the switch cover, ensuring stability during operation. Additionally, the holder features flange portions that secure it to the base, allowing the upper and lower shaft portions of the switch cover to rotate freely without detaching. The stopper is described as having an arch shape, contributing to the overall functionality and reliability of the door handle apparatus. This innovative design aims to enhance user interaction with vehicle doors while maintaining a streamlined appearance.
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