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US4038718A
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Door handles, notably for vehicles
Assignee: Renault SA
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Filing: 1972-08-10
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Granted: 1977-08-02
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Expires: 1992-08-10
Abstract
Abstract This door handle for automotive vehicle comprises a casing fitting in the door panel structure and an opening tongue pivotally mounted within said casing.
Inventors
- 👤 Andre Jean Reilhac
- 👤 Robert Cherbourg
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 06:06
CPC Classifications
E; E05; E05B; E05B85/00; E05B85/10; E05B85/12; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S292/00; Y10S292/31; Y10T; Y10T292/00; Y10T292/57
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
67 words
A single unit door handle assembly for snap fastening in the door of a motor vehicle comprising a casing with means adapted to snap said casing in the door panel structure, bearing means provided in said casing, an opening tongue mounted inside said casing with means to engage a control element connected to the door latch, said tongue having integral trunnions for engaging in said bearing means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
67 words
A single unit door handle assembly for snap fastening in the door of a motor vehicle comprising a casing with means adapted to snap said casing in the door panel structure, bearing means provided in said casing, an opening tongue mounted inside said casing with means to engage a control element connected to the door latch, said tongue having integral trunnions for engaging in said bearing means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
61 words
A door handle assembly according to claim 1 wherein said opening tongue is pivotted in said bearing means provided in said casing and said means to engage a control element comprises a pivot pin on said opening tongue for engagement with the control rod which is connected to the door latch and which is surrounded by a coil compression return spring.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
A door handle assembly according to claim 1 wherein said opening tongue has a gripping lug connected by a pair of arms.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
A door handle assembly according to claim 2 wherein said opening tongue has a gripping lug connected by a pair of arms.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-08-01 | 1981-01-31 | 1981-08-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-08-01 | 1985-01-31 | 1985-08-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-08-01 | 1989-01-31 | 1989-08-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |