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Power-actuated closure system

  • US 7,354,097 B2
  • Filed: 05/25/2005
  • Issued: 04/08/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/25/2005
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A power-actuated closure system, comprising:

  • a power-actuated closure panel having a leading edge during closure;

    at least one non-contact optical sensing system affixed to the power-actuated closure panel, the sensing system adapted to detect the presence of an obstruction in proximity to and in advance of the leading edge of the closure panel;

    a control system selectively controlling the motion of the closure panel in response to signals received from the sensing system;

    a recess adapted to house the at least one non-contact optical sensing system when the closure panel is in a closed position; and

    a cleaning mechanism positioned within the recess, the cleaning mechanism adapted to clean the at least one non-contact optical sensing system when in contact therewith.

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