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1.

BOOT

      
Application Number 18730906
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-06
First Publication Date 2025-11-13
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Sugimura, Masachika

Abstract

A boot of the present invention is a boot that is formed into a cylindrical shape that is extendable and contractible in an axis direction and can be mounted to a mounting portion O1 of a mounting target object O by injecting fluid inside the boot by a fluid injecting unit FI, wherein the boot 1 comprises an annular mounted portion 11 that is provided on one end 1a side in the axis X direction and is to be mounted to the mounting portion O1, an abutting portion 12 that is provided on an other end 1b side in the axis X direction and onto which a tip FIa of the fluid injecting unit FI can abut toward the one end la side in the axis X direction along the axis X direction, and an extendable/contractible portion EC that extends along the axis X direction between the mounted portion 11 and the abutting portion 12, and wherein the abutting portion 12 extends along a radial direction on the other end 1b side of the boot 1 in the axis X direction of the boot 1, is formed into an annular shape along a direction around the axis of the boot 1, and is provided, on an inner side in the radial direction of the abutting portion 12, with an opening 12a that allows fluid communication between the inside and the outside of the boot 1. With such a structure, it is possible to provide a boot that can be easily mounted to the mounting portion of the mounting target object.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16J 15/02 - Sealings between relatively-stationary surfaces

2.

FIXING DEVICE

      
Application Number 19185393
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-04-22
First Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

The fixing device of the present invention comprises: a main body comprising a tubular portion having an internal space; a sealing member composed of an elastic material, wherein the sealing member is arranged between an outer periphery of the insertion member IS and an inner surface of the tubular portion; and a locking member to be locked to the tubular portion in a state in which the sealing member is compressed in an axial direction; wherein the sealing member is configured to be in a tubular shape having an insertion portion for insertion member, and the fixing device further comprises: at least one rigid portion arranged between an outer periphery of the sealing member and an inner surface of the insertion portion for insertion member.

IPC Classes  ?

3.

INSERTING MEMBER LEAD-OUT DEVICE

      
Application Number 18580843
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-03-31
First Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

It is possible to provide an inserting member lead-out device that can accurately and easily lead out, to the outside of the body, an inserting member to be inserted into the wall-like tissues of the living body by configuring the inserting member lead-out device to be an inserting member lead-out device comprising a main body (2), a perforating member (3) for forming a perforation hole (H1) being perforated in the wall-like tissues (T) in a first direction (D1), and a connector (4) configured to connect the perforating member (3) and an inserting member (I), wherein the perforating member (3) has a tip portion (31) and a perforating shaft portion (32), wherein the maximum dimension of the perforating shaft portion (32) is smaller than the outer diameter of the inserting member (I), wherein the main body (2) has a lead-out hole (24) extending along the first direction (D1), wherein the perforating member (3) is configured to be guided in the first direction (D1) and a second direction (D2) coaxially to the axial center of the lead-out hole (24), and wherein the lead-out hole (24) has a size allowing the connector (4) and the inserting member (I) to be inserted through the lead-out hole (24).

IPC Classes  ?

4.

WINDOW REGULATOR AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME

      
Application Number JP2025015337
Publication Number 2025/225545
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-04-21
Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Sumiyoshi, Yuji
  • Harada, Kazuaki

Abstract

According to the present invention, a carrier plate comprises: a cable insertion hole through which a cable for pulling the carrier plate is inserted; and an end accommodation hole for accommodating a cable end fixed to an end of the cable. A connecting opening for connecting the cable insertion hole and the end accommodation hole is formed in a back wall of the end accommodation hole. The back wall of the end accommodation hole is a continuous wall surrounding the communicating opening, and is a securing part capable of securing the cable end. With such a structure, the strength of the carrier plate can be sufficiently ensured, and the durability of the carrier plate can be improved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically
  • E05F 11/38 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement

5.

CABLE CONNECTION MECHANISM

      
Application Number JP2025004432
Publication Number 2025/225124
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-02-10
Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner
  • HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
  • TOYOTA BOSHOKU KABUSHIKI KAISHA (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okada, Tomoyoshi
  • Usuki, Kenji
  • Fukuoka, Tatsuya

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a cable connection mechanism for suppressing buckling of an input cable connected to a pulley. A cable connection mechanism (1) comprises a casing (2), a pulley (3) rotatably attached to the casing (2), an input cable (4) of which one end (4a) is connected to a first engagement part (E1) of the pulley (3), and an output cable (5) of which one end (5a) is connected to a second engagement part (E2) of the pulley (3). When the input cable (4) moves from an initial position to an operation position, the first engagement part (E1) of the pulley (3) engages with the one end (4a) of the input cable (4), and when the input cable (4) moves from the operation position to the initial position, the one end (4a) of the input cable (4) is allowed to move in a direction away from the first engagement part (E1). The casing (2) has a retraction space (SP) into which one end (4a) of the input cable (4) can move when moving in a direction away from the first engagement part (E1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/14 - Construction of the end-piece of the flexible memberAttachment thereof to the flexible member

6.

WINDOW REGULATOR AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME

      
Application Number JP2025015338
Publication Number 2025/225546
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-04-21
Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Sumiyoshi, Yuji
  • Harada, Kazuaki

Abstract

According to the present invention, an insertion part for inserting a cable and a cable end fixed to an end part of the cable is formed in a lower portion of a housing so as to communicate with a drum accommodation part of the housing. A lead-out part for leading the cable to the outside of the housing is formed in an upper portion of the housing so as to communicate with the drum accommodation part. An end accommodation part for accommodating the cable end is formed in a drum so as to communicate with a spiral groove of the drum. An inner wall of the end accommodation part is a locking part that can lock the cable end. Such a structure can improve the work efficiency of window regulator assembly work.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically

7.

MOVEMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2025015339
Publication Number 2025/225547
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-04-21
Publication Date 2025-10-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Murata, Nobuyoshi

Abstract

This movement device has: a pair of rails that are disposed in parallel to the left and right; a pair of movement members that are respectively supported by the pair of rails so as to be movable in the extending direction of each rail; a cable that is connected to the pair of movement members; a plurality of direction changing members that are provided to each of the pair of rails and convert the direction of the cable extending in the extending direction; and a drive drum which is connected to the cable and which moves the moving member by winding and delivering the cable. Between the pair of rails, a first peripheral portion is disposed around at least a part of the cable extending from the direction changing member. In an orthogonal direction orthogonal to a direction in which the other of the pair of rails is present and the extending direction, the first peripheral portion is disposed so as to be adjacent to a second peripheral portion that covers at least another part of the cable or a drum support portion that supports the drive drum. With such a structure, it is possible to provide a movement device that can be made more compact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B62J 17/04 - Windscreens

8.

ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL

      
Application Number 19085086
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-20
First Publication Date 2025-09-25
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

It is an object of the present invention to provide a highly flexible artificial blood vessel and a method of manufacturing the artificial blood vessel. The artificial blood vessel VE of the present invention is an artificial blood vessel composed of ePTFE having nodes and fibrils formed between the nodes, wherein high-density regions R1 and low-density regions R2 are alternately provided in an axial direction D1 of the artificial blood vessel VE, in the high-density regions R1, the nodes and the fibrils are in a compressed and densely packed state in the axial direction D1, and in the low-density regions R2, the nodes and the fibrils are in a lower density state compared to the high-density region R1.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61L 27/16 - Macromolecular materials obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
  • A61L 27/50 - Materials characterised by their function or physical properties

9.

SEAT CABLE MODULE

      
Application Number JP2025003492
Publication Number 2025/182471
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-02-04
Publication Date 2025-09-04
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Okada, Tomoyoshi

Abstract

This seat cable module is provided with: an operation cable for operating a vehicle seat; and a module plate for holding the operation cable. The module plate has: an engagement part that engages with a first part of a seat frame, and is configured to be movable in the width direction with respect to the first part of the seat frame, and not to be movable in the front-rear direction; and a locking part that engages with a second part of the seat frame from one side in the width direction. With such a structure, wiring work for a plurality of operation cables on the vehicle seat can be made more efficient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
  • B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
  • B60N 2/68 - Seat frames
  • B60N 2/70 - Upholstery springs

10.

SEAT CABLE MODULE

      
Application Number JP2025003494
Publication Number 2025/182473
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-02-04
Publication Date 2025-09-04
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Okada, Tomoyoshi

Abstract

This seat cable module comprises: a plurality of operation cables; and a module plate that can be assembled to a seat frame of a vehicle seat and holds the plurality of operation cables. The module plate has a plurality of provisional holding parts for individually provisionally holding, in the pre-assembly state, at least two or more operation cables among the plurality of operation cables. With such a structure, the work of wiring a plurality of operation cables on a vehicle seat can be made more efficient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
  • B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
  • B60N 2/68 - Seat frames
  • B60N 2/70 - Upholstery springs

11.

SEAT CABLE MODULE

      
Application Number JP2025003493
Publication Number 2025/182472
Status In Force
Filing Date 2025-02-04
Publication Date 2025-09-04
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Okada, Tomoyoshi

Abstract

In the present invention, a module plate for holding operation cables is disposed on the inner side of a frame-shaped seat frame in a vehicle seat, and a load support body for supporting the load of an occupant seated thereon is provided to the module plate. The load support body has a pair of load support members that can be attached to the seat frame at both ends thereof and linearly extend in the longitudinal direction or the width direction of the vehicle seat in a plan view. With such a structure, the work of assembling a seat cable module to a seat frame can be made more efficient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
  • B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
  • B60N 2/68 - Seat frames
  • B60N 2/70 - Upholstery springs

12.

BOOT

      
Application Number 18699733
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-10-21
First Publication Date 2025-07-31
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Sugimura, Masachika

Abstract

A boot of extends along an axis X direction and has a cylindrical shape that is extendable and contractable in the axis X direction. The boot includes a bellows portion alternately having a bellows portion-side peak portion and a bellows portion-side valley portion along the axis X direction, and an extending portion connected adjacent to the bellows portion in the axis X direction and provided adjacent to one end and/or an other end of the boot in the axis X direction. The extending portion is formed so that an outer diameter of an end of the extending portion on a side opposite to a side connected to the bellows portion in the axis X direction is smaller than an inner diameter of the bellows portion-side valley portion of the bellows portion.

IPC Classes  ?

13.

FIXING STRUCTURE

      
Application Number 18855518
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-28
First Publication Date 2025-07-24
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

The fixing structure of the present invention is a structure, comprising: a porous sheet composed of a non-resorbable material having biocompatibility; a cylindrical insertion part for guiding an insertion member from inside of a living body to outside of the living body; a sandwiching part for sandwiching a peripheral portion around the opening of the sheet in a thickness direction of the sheet and being fixed to the insertion part; and a fixing filamentary body composed of a filamentary body sewn to the sheet so as to fix the sheet and the sandwiching part.

IPC Classes  ?

14.

WINDOW REGULATOR AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREFOR

      
Application Number JP2024042629
Publication Number 2025/142330
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-12-03
Publication Date 2025-07-03
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Sumiyoshi, Yuji

Abstract

In the present invention, a carrier plate for holding a window glass is provided to a guide rail so as to be movable upward and downward, and the carrier plate has attached thereto a cable that is for pulling the carrier plate. The cable for pulling the carrier plate and a direction changing member for changing the direction of movement of the cable have respectively formed thereto an accommodation recess, in which the upper end part of the guide rail is accommodated from the lateral side, and a locking claw which locks on the upper end part of the guide rail. With such a structure, it is possible to improve the efficiency of window regulator manufacturing work.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically
  • E05F 15/689 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for vertically-sliding wings specially adapted for vehicle windows

15.

ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL

      
Application Number 18849727
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-29
First Publication Date 2025-06-19
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

The artificial blood vessel of the present invention is an artificial blood vessel having a predetermined weaving structure in which a warp yarn and a weft yarn are woven, wherein at least one of the warp yarn and the weft yarn is composed of a multifilament yarn including a plurality of filament yarns, and wherein the artificial blood vessel has a plurality of covering parts provided at a plurality of locations on a surface of the artificial blood vessel, each of the plurality of covering parts covering the multifilament yarn in a planar shape, and uncovered parts that are provided between the plurality of covering parts and are not covered by the covering parts on the surface of the artificial blood vessel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
  • A61F 2/00 - Filters implantable into blood vesselsProstheses, i.e. artificial substitutes or replacements for parts of the bodyAppliances for connecting them with the bodyDevices providing patency to, or preventing collapsing of, tubular structures of the body, e.g. stents
  • A61L 27/40 - Composite materials, i.e. layered or containing one material dispersed in a matrix of the same or different material
  • A61L 27/50 - Materials characterised by their function or physical properties
  • D03D 13/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the special disposition of the warp or weft threads, e.g. with curved weft threads, with discontinuous warp threads, with diagonal warp or weft

16.

FORWARD/BACKWARD MOVEMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number 18844992
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-10
First Publication Date 2025-06-05
Owner HI-LEX Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Tanaka, Shohei

Abstract

In a forward/backward movement device, when a forward/backward movement member moves forward, an engagement part and a to-be-engaged part are in an engaged state such that a biasing force of a biasing member is applied to a pressing force transmitting member, and when the pressing force transmitting member is positioned in a backward position, the engagement part and the to-be-engaged part are in a non-engaged state such that the biasing force of the biasing member is not applied to the pressing force transmitting member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05B 83/34 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for fuel inlet covers essentially flush with the vehicle surface

17.

ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL

      
Application Number JP2024037689
Publication Number 2025/094779
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-23
Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

This artificial blood vessel comprises weft threads and warp threads composed of a multifilament yarn. The artificial blood vessel has first regions where the weft threads and the warp threads are woven in plain weave, second regions each having second region-side first portions where a warp thread crosses over a plurality of weft threads and second region-side second portions where the warp thread extends while crossing over one weft thread, and third regions each having third region-side first portions where a warp thread crosses over a plurality of weft threads and third region-side second portions where the warp thread extends while crossing over one weft thread. The second region-side first portions and the third region-side first portions have a covering portion. The covering portion is configured to be relatively movable with respect to the surface of the warp thread located between the pair of second region-side first portions and the warp thread located between the pair of third region-side first portions. Such a structure makes it possible to provide an artificial blood vessel that can achieve an improvement in blood leakage resistance while maintaining flexibility.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
  • A61L 27/50 - Materials characterised by their function or physical properties
  • D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
  • D03D 3/02 - Tubular fabrics
  • D03D 13/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the special disposition of the warp or weft threads, e.g. with curved weft threads, with discontinuous warp threads, with diagonal warp or weft

18.

CABLE ADJUSTER

      
Application Number 18888686
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-18
First Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner
  • TOYOTA BOSHOKU KABUSHIKI KAISHA (Japan)
  • HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Fukuoka, Tatsuya
  • Usuki, Kenji
  • Hadatsuki, Teruyuki
  • Hobo, Takayoshi
  • Okada, Tomoyoshi
  • Takeuchi, Shingo

Abstract

A cable adjuster has a main case, an outer casing fixing member, a number of sliders, and a locking member. The main case is configured to insert the inner cable in the cable axial direction. The outer casing fixing member affixes to an end of a pre-branch outer casing, which is the tube section of the outer casing before branching, to the main case. The sliders are arranged in parallel in the slots formed in the main case so as to slide in the cable axial direction. The sliders affixes to the ends of a plurality of post-branch outer casings, which are the post-branch tube sections of the outer casing. The locking member locks the sliding movement of the sliders with respect to the main case in the cable axial direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"
  • F16C 1/22 - AdjustingCompensating length

19.

DRIVE DEVICE AND BOOT

      
Application Number 18683813
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-03-31
First Publication Date 2025-04-17
Owner HI-LEX Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Moriya, Yohei

Abstract

Provided is a drive device for opening and closing opening/closing body 2 supported by vehicle body 3 in an openable and closable manner. The drive device includes drive device main body 11 and boot 12. The device main body 11 is connected to vehicle body 3 and opening/closing body 2, and telescopic. A wire extending from drive device main body 11 passes through the inside of boot 12 including boot main body 31 and attachment part 32. Attachment part 32 is disposed at the end of boot main body 31 and attached to drive device main body 11, and includes protruding part 42 that protrudes toward the outside of drive device main body 11.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear
  • E05F 15/60 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators

20.

FIXING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024034302
Publication Number 2025/074930
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-26
Publication Date 2025-04-10
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

A fixing device according to the present invention is a fixing device (1) that comprises a porous sheet element (2), a device body (3) which is provided with an insertion part (31), and an annular holding member (4), wherein the device body (3) is provided with a flange part (32) which extends outward along the outer circumference of a first end part (31a) so as to have a prescribed width, the holding member (4) is attachable to the outer side of the first end part (31a) of the insertion part (31), the flange part (32) has a first face (32a) which is on the outside of a living body in a state where the fixing device (1) is attached to the living body, and the sheet element (2) is inserted at the first end part (31a) of the insertion part (31) and is held by the first face (32a) of the flange part (32) and the holding member (4). With such a structure, it is possible to provide a fixing device which is capable of suppressing the occurrence of a level difference between a living body and a biocompatible sheet element implanted in the living body.

IPC Classes  ?

21.

DEVICE FOR ENABLING USER TO ACCESS UPPER PORTION OF VEHICLE

      
Application Number 18373976
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-28
First Publication Date 2025-04-03
Owner HI-LEX CONTROLS INCORPORATED (USA)
Inventor
  • Heiberger, John Michael
  • Brinck, Stephen J
  • Koneval, Kevin
  • Lianos, William

Abstract

A device for enabling a user to access an upper portion of a vehicle includes a structural member. The structural member includes a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end of the structural member secured within a bracket by means of a returning member. The structural member includes a stepping surface is configured to flexibly move within the bracket by means of the returning member, or a motor-powered unit assembly. The structural member operates between a deployed position and a stowed position thereby enabling the user to access the upper portion of the vehicle. The bracket of the device positioned in one or more vehicle pillars to accommodate the structural member. The stepping surface of the structural member angularly positioned when the structural member operates in the deployed position thereby enabling the user to access the upper portion of the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

22.

ACTUATOR

      
Application Number JP2024031680
Publication Number 2025/069965
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-04
Publication Date 2025-04-03
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kondo, Takahiro
  • Imagawa, Takuma

Abstract

This actuator comprises a moving member, a housing, and a cover member. The housing has an opening and movably supports the moving member. The cover member is disposed so as to close off the opening. The housing has a guiding part and a locked part. The cover member has a guided part and a locking part. The guided part is guided in guide direction B by the guiding part. The locking part locks the locked part by guiding in guide direction B. The locking part locks the locked part, thereby restricting movement of the cover member in locking direction J in relation to the housing. Locking direction J and the guide direction B are not parallel to each other. The structure described above makes it possible to provide an actuator in which the cover member is easily attached to the housing and any gap between the cover member and the housing can be minimized.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 15/05 - Inlet covers
  • E05B 81/26 - Output elements
  • E05B 83/34 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for fuel inlet covers essentially flush with the vehicle surface

23.

GROMMET ASSEMBLY, AND CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number JP2024032655
Publication Number 2025/070086
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-12
Publication Date 2025-04-03
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Tamura, Naoya
  • Horinaka, Takahiro

Abstract

A grommet assembly comprises a grommet and a retainer. The grommet has an insertion part and a grommet-side attachment part. The insertion part includes an insertion hole through which a control cable is inserted, and a fitting part for fitting the retainer. The retainer is attached to the grommet-side attachment part. The retainer has a fitted part and a retainer-side attachment part. The fitted part is fitted with the fitting part. The retainer-side attachment part is attached to the grommet-side attachment part. The fitting part is fitted with the fitted part in a front side direction C including an axial direction along an axis M of the insertion hole. The insertion part further includes a guide part that guides the fitted part to a position P at which the fitted part is fitted with the fitting part. The guide part is provided at a different position in the circumferential direction of the insertion part with respect to the fitting part. Such a structure can provide the grommet assembly in which the grommet and the retainer are easily attached and hardly come off.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"
  • F16H 61/36 - Generation or transmission of movements for final actuating mechanisms with at least one movement being transmitted by a cable

24.

ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL AND MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL

      
Application Number 18832204
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-07
First Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

In an artificial blood vessel of the present invention, the artificial blood vessel has a warp yarn 1 extending along the axial direction and a weft yarn 2 extending along the circumferential direction of the artificial blood vessel VE, and it has a structure in which the warp yarn 1 extends in a wavy shape when the artificial blood vessel VE is viewed in the radial direction such that positions of the warp yarn 1 at top parts Mt1, Mt2 of a pair of mountain parts M adjacent in the axial direction match in the circumferential direction and a position of the warp yarn 1 at a bottom part Vb of a valley part V between the pair of mountain parts M is offset in the circumferential direction relative to positions of the warp yarn 1 at the top parts Mt1, Mt2 of the pair of mountain parts M.

IPC Classes  ?

25.

SEAT CABLE MODULE

      
Application Number 18827911
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-09
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner HI-LEX Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Okada, Tomoyoshi

Abstract

A seat cable module includes: a joint piece that fixes an end portion of the first cable and an end portion of the second cable, pulls the second cable by moving by a tensile force, and transmits the tensile force to the second cable; and a module plate in which a housing portion is formed, the housing portion movably housing the joint piece in a direction in which the tensile force acts, and the housing portion opens so as to be capable of housing the joint piece in a direction perpendicular to a surface of the module plate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
  • B60N 2/20 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being tiltable, e.g. to permit easy access

26.

WIRE DRIVING DEVICE AND OBJECT MOVING APPARATUS COMPRISING SAME

      
Application Number JP2024030283
Publication Number 2025/047676
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-26
Publication Date 2025-03-06
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Seo, Kenichirou
  • Kimura, Akitsugu
  • Karaki, Masakazu

Abstract

This wire driving device comprises: a worm wheel (5) which has an outer-circumferential-side gear part (52) on the circumferential surface and which rotates by rotational driving force applied to the outer-circumferential-side gear part (52); and a drum (3) which has a rotary axis (O) coinciding with a rotary axis (O) of the worm wheel (5), is connected to the worm wheel (5) so as to rotate together with the worm wheel (5), and has a wire wound around the circumferential surface. A recessed accommodation part (53) is formed on an inner circumferential side of a facing surface facing the drum (3) in the worm wheel (5). The whole facing surface facing the worm wheel (5) in the drum (3) is accommodated in the accommodation part (53). With such a structure, it is possible to provide a wire driving device which realizes reduction in the thickness thereof and which improves the degree of freedom of layout.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 15/697 - Motor units therefor, e.g. geared motors
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically
  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains

27.

Frameless door window regulator adjustment assembly

      
Application Number 18238541
Grant Number 12241300
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-28
First Publication Date 2025-03-04
Grant Date 2025-03-04
Owner HI-LEX CONTROLS INCORPORATED (USA)
Inventor Arimoto, Shigeki

Abstract

A frameless door window regulator adjustment assembly comprises upper and lower guide rail attachments for precise glass positioning. The lower guide rail attachment, mounted on the door inner panel, includes a guide rail bracket and a window regulator bracket sandwiching a cam plate. The guide rail bracket has a slot and a stud bolt, aligned with the camshaft hole and slot on the window regulator bracket, respectively. The cam plate features an anti-rotation hole and a cam plate slot, aligned with the slot and the stud bolt on the guide rail bracket and the camshaft hole and slot on the window regulator bracket, respectably. The camshaft connects the window regulator bracket and the cam plate, enabling controlled movement of the guide rail bracket and glass tilting. The camshaft and cam plate are non-rotatably connected and may be made of durable materials like steel or die-casting, and may be a one-piece part. Fasteners secure the camshaft and cam plate to the guide rail bracket, simplifying assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05D 15/10 - Suspension arrangements for wings for wings sliding horizontally more or less in their own plane movable out of one plane into a second parallel plane
  • B60J 1/14 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable with pivotal or rotary movement
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically
  • E05F 11/38 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement

28.

CABLE CONNECTING DEVICE

      
Application Number 18788199
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-07-30
First Publication Date 2025-02-06
Owner HI-LEX Corporation (Japan)
Inventor
  • Takeuchi, Shingo
  • Okada, Tomoyoshi

Abstract

A cable connecting device includes a casing, a pinion gear, first and second sliders, a first output cable connected to the first slider, and second output cable connected to the second slider. The first slider includes a first rack portion and a first end connection portion, and the second slider includes a second rack portion and a second end connection portion. The first output cable is led out from the casing to one side in the movement direction, and the second output cable is led out from the casing to the other side in the movement direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"
  • F16C 1/16 - Arrangements for transmitting movement to or from the flexible member in which the end-piece is guided rectilinearly

29.

ATTACHMENT STRUCTURE AND CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number JP2024025443
Publication Number 2025/023091
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-07-16
Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Nishioka, Shinichi
  • Yokoyama, Hiroaki

Abstract

A cylindrical part of a protector in this attachment structure has a through hole into which a control cable is inserted. A first protrusion part and a second protrusion part protrude from the surface of the cylindrical part, are formed along the circumferential direction the cylindrical part, and are arranged opposite to each other. A protector-side attachment part of an attachment clamp in the attachment structure has the cylindrical part inserted therein, is disposed between the first and second protrusion parts, and can be slid with respect to the cylindrical part. A fixing clamp of the attachment structure is disposed around the protector on a side of the first protrusion part opposite to the second protrusion part. In a direction along the axial direction of the cylindrical part, the length between the first and second protrusion parts is longer than the length of the protector-side attachment part. With such a structure, it is possible to provide a long member attachment structure capable of preventing damage to a long member even when the long member is moved due to vibration or the like.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"

30.

CABLE JOINT FOR SECURELY CONNECTING A CABLE TO A GUIDE RAIL

      
Application Number 18219707
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-10
First Publication Date 2025-01-16
Owner HI-LEX CONTROLS INCORPORATED (USA)
Inventor Arimoto, Shigeki

Abstract

A cable joint for securely connecting a cable to a guide rail of a window regulator assembly comprising a first locking member configured to engage with a second locking member on the guide rail. The first locking member comprises grooves and snap arms with projections, and the second locking member comprises a slot and one or more notches. The projections configured to engage with the one or more notches to form a snap-fit joint onto the guide rail temporally. The projections of the first locking member configured with a first slope and a second slope. The first slope comprises a steep angle configured to prevent the cable joint from coming out from the guide rail, and the second slope comprises a slight angle configured to push the cable joint into the slot of the guide rail. The force to remove the cable joint from the guide rail to be reduced by removing the cable from the cable joint.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16L 37/098 - Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially-overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking by means of flexible hooks

31.

HOUSING

      
Application Number 18704624
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-04
First Publication Date 2025-01-09
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Mieda, Shuhei

Abstract

A housing can be provided, the housing comprising a housing body 2 and a lid 3, wherein the housing body 2 and the lid 3 have a shaft portion Ax1 and a bearing portion Ax2, wherein a side wall W2 has, in a base end region R2, a second opening/closing direction opposing surface F4 opposing a first opening/closing direction opposing surface F3 provided to the lid 3, wherein the first opening/closing direction opposing surface F3 and/or the second opening/closing direction opposing surface F4 has a projecting portion PR1, wherein the side wall W2 has a second axial direction opposing surface F2 opposing a first axial direction opposing surface F1 provided to the lid 3 in an axial direction X, and the first axial direction opposing surface F1 and the second axial direction opposing surface F2 are configured to be pressed against each other in the axial direction X at least in a state in which the lid 3 closes an aperture AP. The housing makes it possible to suppress generation of abnormal noise when the housing vibrates.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 43/16 - Non-removable lids or covers hinged for upward or downward movement
  • B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric

32.

CONNECTION STRUCTURE

      
Application Number JP2024023073
Publication Number 2025/005100
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-06-26
Publication Date 2025-01-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yamashita, Takashi

Abstract

A connection structure according to the present invention which comprises a first member and a second member, wherein: the first member includes a body and an elastic claw configured so as to rotate around a rotational center; the elastic claw includes an arm part and a claw part; the claw part includes a pressed part and an engagement part capable of engaging the second member; and the position of the rotational center is set in a manner such that when a force is applied to the second member in the separating direction, the direction in which force is applied to the engagement part is toward a second rotation direction side relative to an imaginary line, and the elastic claw receives a force rotating in the second rotation direction from the second member. Such a structure makes it possible to provide a connection structure in which the first member and the second member are connected to each other, wherein the connection between the first member and the second member is easy, and movement of the first member and the second member away from each other is suppressed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/38 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically
  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • E05F 15/689 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for vertically-sliding wings specially adapted for vehicle windows

33.

POSITION HOLDING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE DOOR

      
Application Number JP2024023074
Publication Number 2025/005101
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-06-26
Publication Date 2025-01-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yamaguchi, Masaya

Abstract

The present invention is characterized by comprising a rotatable drum, a cable that is unwound from or wound onto the drum in conjunction with the rotation of the drum, and a position holding mechanism that can hold a vehicle door at a midway position in an opening/closing direction, wherein: the position holding mechanism includes a cover member that covers the drum, and a pawl member and a pressing member that are each rotatably disposed on the drum; the cover member has an inner peripheral surface surrounding the pawl member and the pressing member, and a plurality of teeth disposed on the inner peripheral surface at intervals in the circumferential direction; and in the position holding mechanism, when the pawl member is positioned at an unlock position, and the drum rotates in the winding direction in a state in which a protrusion of the pressing member protrudes outward, the protrusion is pressed by the teeth and the pressing member rotates to push the pawl member, thereby rotating the pawl member to a lock position. With such a structure, it is possible to provide a vehicle door holding device that suppresses ratchet noise when a vehicle door is opened and closed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear
  • F16D 41/12 - Freewheels or freewheel clutches with hinged pawl co-operating with teeth, cogs, or the like

34.

LOCK DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024021476
Publication Number 2024/257825
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-06-13
Publication Date 2024-12-19
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Sugiyama, Yoshitaka

Abstract

This lock device comprises a lock pin, a drive unit, a detection pin, a lock detection unit, and a movement detection unit. The lock pin is movable between a lock position for restricting a tip portion of a charging connector that is inserted into a charging inlet from moving from an engaged state of being engaged with an insertion hole of the inlet to a non-engaged state, and an unlock position for releasing the restriction of the movement of the tip portion. The drive unit moves the lock pin between the lock position and the unlock position. The detection pin is moved to a pushed-in position by the tip portion when the charging connector is inserted into the inlet. The lock detection unit detects movement of the lock pin to the lock position. The movement detection unit detects movement of the detection pin to the pushed-in position. With this structure, it is possible to provide a lock device that can simplify wiring.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/64 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling
  • B60L 53/16 - Connectors, e.g. plugs or sockets, specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • H01R 13/639 - Additional means for holding or locking coupling parts together after engagement
  • H01R 13/703 - Structural association with built-in electrical component with built-in switch operated by engagement or disengagement of coupling parts
  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries

35.

DRIVE DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024007219
Publication Number 2024/247410
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-02-28
Publication Date 2024-12-05
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Takaoka, Hiroyuki

Abstract

This drive device drives a door having an upper door and a lower door that is rotatably connected to the upper door. The drive device comprises: a rail part; a slider part that slides within the rail part; a rod part in which one end part from among two end parts is connected to the slider part, and in which a second end part from among the two end parts is connected to the upper door; and a bracket part that fixes the rail part so as not to move toward the lower door. Using such a drive device makes it possible, in a door having an upper door and a lower door, to prevent an in-vehicle space from decreasing in size and to easily change the degree of bending of the lower door with respect to the upper door while reinforcing the door.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 15/605 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for folding wings
  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear
  • E05F 11/34 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for wings in general, e.g. fanlights with screw mechanisms
  • E05F 15/622 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings operated by push-pull mechanisms using screw-and-nut mechanisms

36.

OBJECT MOVING MECHANISM

      
Application Number JP2024007220
Publication Number 2024/224797
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-02-28
Publication Date 2024-10-31
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Inaoka, Akihiko

Abstract

A drive-side spindle member (14) of a drive device (10) in this object moving mechanism is rotated by driving of a motor (13). A drive-side nut member (15) is screwed with the drive-side spindle member (14). A moving portion (11) has a first connection portion (22) that can be connected to a moving object and is coupled to the drive-side nut member (15). A driven portion (51) of a support device (50) in the object moving mechanism has a third connection portion (62) that can be connected to the moving object and follows movement of the moving portion (11). A support-side nut member (55) is coupled to the driven portion (51). A support-side spindle member (54) is screwed with the support-side nut member (55) and is rotated by movement of the support-side nut member (55). A lead of the support-side spindle member (54) is smaller than a lead of the drive-side spindle member (14). With a structure as above, it is possible to provide the object moving mechanism capable of improving a holding force of a moving object.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 15/622 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings operated by push-pull mechanisms using screw-and-nut mechanisms
  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear
  • E05C 17/30 - Devices for holding wings openDevices for limiting opening of wings or for holding wings open by a movable member extending between frame and wingBraking devices, stops or buffers, combined therewith by mechanical means with a movable bar or equivalent member extending between frame and wing of extensible, e.g. telescopic, construction

37.

Drive device and boot

      
Application Number 18683840
Grant Number 12486708
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
First Publication Date 2024-10-24
Grant Date 2025-12-02
Owner HI-LEX Corporation (Japan)
Inventor Moriya, Yohei

Abstract

b configured to contact drive device main body 11 when fitting part 32 rotates relative to drive device main body 11.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
  • E05F 15/616 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings operated by push-pull mechanisms

38.

CABLE RETAINING APPARATUS AND SEAT CABLE MODULE

      
Application Number 18576515
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-03-31
First Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Okada, Tomoyoshi

Abstract

A cable holding device includes: a body portion that is disposed between a pair of side frames; a first holding portion that is provided in the body portion and holds a first seat frame; a second holding portion that is provided in the body portion and holds a second seat frame, and the second holding portion has a structure including a space in which the second seat frame moves relatively to the second holding portion while being held by the second holding portion when an external force acts on the body portion. Using such a structure can reduce the possibility of damage to a cable holding device due to an external force.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
  • F16B 2/22 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material

39.

LOCK DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024013212
Publication Number 2024/204778
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-03-29
Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Sugiyama, Yoshitaka

Abstract

In a lock device, a rack member (13) can move along the direction of an arrow E from a first position (Q1), where a lock pin (11) is retained at a locked position (P1), to a second position (Q2), where the lock pin (11) can move to an unlocked position (P2), and can move along the direction of an arrow D from the second position (Q2) to a third position (Q3), where the lock pin (11) is disposed at the unlocked position (P2). A restriction unit (70) restricts movement of the rack member (13) from the first position (Q1) in the direction of the arrow D. Through the driving of a movement gear (14), the rack member (13) is guided in a first guide section (71) so as to move from the first position (Q1) to the second position (Q2), and is guided in a second guide section (72) so as to move from the second position (Q2) to the third position Q3. As a result of this structure, it is possible to provide a lock device capable of retaining a lock pin at a locked position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 53/16 - Connectors, e.g. plugs or sockets, specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • B60L 53/14 - Conductive energy transfer
  • B60R 25/01 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens
  • H01R 13/639 - Additional means for holding or locking coupling parts together after engagement

40.

Cable coupling mechanism

      
Application Number 18575130
Grant Number 12331778
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
First Publication Date 2024-09-12
Grant Date 2025-06-17
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Mieda, Shuhei
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

A cable coupling mechanism comprises an operating cable, a first operated cable, a second operated cable, and a coupling device, wherein the coupling device has a housing and a slider, wherein the housing has one pair of guide surfaces, wherein the slider is configured to be rotatable around an axis perpendicular to a sliding direction and a width direction, and wherein both side edges in the width direction of the slider have curved surfaces to be convex toward each of the one pair of guide surfaces such that movement of the slider in the sliding direction is not hindered when the slider rotates around the axis. According to this cable coupling mechanism, it is possible to easily operate the two operated cables so as to synchronize the two operated cables.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/14 - Construction of the end-piece of the flexible memberAttachment thereof to the flexible member

41.

CARRIER PLATE AND WINDOW REGULATOR

      
Application Number JP2024007217
Publication Number 2024/181481
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-02-28
Publication Date 2024-09-06
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kawai, Shingo

Abstract

This carrier plate is pulled by a cable and slides on a guide rail so as to move a glass window up and down. The carrier plate comprises a cable end housing unit that houses an end part of the cable, and a housing groove that houses the cable extending from the cable end housing unit toward the outside of the carrier plate. The carrier plate is structured such that a projection part that comes into contact with the cable is formed on only one of two side walls of the housing groove facing each other. With such a structure, it is possible to provide a carrier plate and a window regulator which achieve a good balance between suppression of cable vibration and ease of cable sliding.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically

42.

ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL CONNECTION STRUCTURE

      
Application Number JP2024007215
Publication Number 2024/181480
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-02-28
Publication Date 2024-09-06
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

An artificial blood vessel connection structure according to the present invention is provided with: a connector (2) provided with a first cylindrical part (211) and a second cylindrical part (212); a locking member (3) provided with an engagement part (31); and a ferrule (4). In the artificial blood vessel connection structure, the second cylindrical part (212) has a recessed and projecting part (212a). The artificial blood vessel connection structure is further provided with an elastic member (5) that is disposed outside in the radial direction of the recessed and projecting part (212a) and inside in the radial direction of the ferrule (4). The ferrule (4) is provided with a leg part (41) that is displaceable inwardly in the radial direction. The locking member (3) is provided with a pressing part (33) that presses the leg part (41) inwardly in the radial direction to displace the same. The elastic member (5) is configured to be pressed toward the recessed and projecting part (212a) so as to be elastically deformed, when the leg part (41) is displaced inwardly in the radial direction by the pressing part (33). Due to this configuration, the artificial blood vessel connection structure having a simple structure and high blood leakage resistance can be provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 60/859 - Connections therefor
  • A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
  • A61M 39/12 - Tube connectors or tube couplings for joining a flexible tube to a rigid attachment
  • A61M 60/178 - Implantable pumps or pumping devices, i.e. the blood being pumped inside the patient’s body implantable in, on, or around the heart drawing blood from a ventricle and returning the blood to the arterial system via a cannula external to the ventricle, e.g. left or right ventricular assist devices

43.

NON- BACK DRIVABLE LINEAR ACTUATOR SYSTEM AND THE METHOD EMPLOYED THEREOF

      
Application Number 18108732
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-13
First Publication Date 2024-08-15
Owner HI-LEX CONTROLS INCORPORATED (USA)
Inventor
  • Heiberger, John Michael
  • Brinck, Stephen J.

Abstract

A non-back drivable linear actuator system, comprising first housing assembly and second housing assembly, first housing assembly includes first proximal portion, first middle portion and first distal portion, first proximal portion of first housing assembly accommodate nuts configured with inner flutes and first hall sensor; first middle portion of first housing assembly accommodate tube, low lead screw and anti-rattle component, low lead screw and anti-rattle component located inside tube; first distal portion of first housing assembly accommodate second hall sensor; first ball socket connected to first proximal portion of first housing assembly; second ball socket connected to first distal portion of first housing assembly; second housing assembly includes second proximal portion, second middle portion and second distal portion, second proximal portion of second housing assembly accommodates gears; second middle portion of second housing assembly accommodates gearbox; and second distal portion of second housing assembly accommodates motor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02K 7/06 - Means for converting reciprocating motion into rotary motion or vice versa

44.

LID OPENING/CLOSING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2024002629
Publication Number 2024/166727
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-01-29
Publication Date 2024-08-15
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Takeda, Shohei

Abstract

This lid opening/closing device comprises: a joint member (2) that opens/closes a lid by rotating about a rotation shaft X1, functioning as a center shaft, between a first rotation position and a second rotation position; a locking mechanism; and a drive mechanism (5) configured so as to rotate the joint member (2) to the first rotation position. The drive mechanism (5) comprises a drive unit (51) and a rotation body (52). The rotation body (52) comprises a power transmission unit (521). The rotation path of the power transmission unit (521) is configured such that the power transmission unit (521) can cause the joint member (2) to move to the first rotation position. Due this configuration, it is possible to provide a lid opening/closing device that can easily open/close a lid with a simple structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 15/05 - Inlet covers
  • B62D 25/12 - Parts or details thereof
  • B62D 25/24 - Superstructure sub-units with access openings having movable or removable closures
  • E05B 83/34 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for fuel inlet covers essentially flush with the vehicle surface

45.

OBJECT MOVING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2023041848
Publication Number 2024/111591
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-11-21
Publication Date 2024-05-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Mori, Taichi
  • Imaoka, Takayuki

Abstract

This object moving device comprises: a drive device; an inner cable that is wound and unwound by the drive device; a moving member that is lifted up and down along with a moved object due to the winding and unwinding of the inner cable; a guide rail that engages with the moving member so as to permit sliding, allows for the movement of the moving member to be guided, and extends in a direction of movement of the moved object; a cushioning member provided to the moving member; and a receiving unit that is provided to a member mounted onto the guide rail and that abuts against the cushioning member to regulate the movement of the moving member. The receiving unit is structured so that a high frictional force section is included in a sloped part that contacts a hitting part of the cushioning member, said high frictional force section having a higher frictional force, with respect to the cushioning member, than another section of the receiving unit. Due to this structure, an object moving device can be provided that can prevent knockout of the cushioning member from the moving member upon contact between the cushioning member and the receiving unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • E05F 15/689 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for vertically-sliding wings specially adapted for vehicle windows
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically

46.

CABLE OPERATING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2023039493
Publication Number 2024/096076
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-11-01
Publication Date 2024-05-10
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Mieda, Shuhei
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

A cable operating device includes: a body member (2) that has a guide groove (6) extending along the direction in which a cylindrical body (1b) and an inner cable (1c) project; and an extruding member (7) that has an insertion hole through which the inner cable (1c) is inserted, an edge portion formed around the insertion hole, and a fitted part fitted into the guide groove (6). The extruding member (7) is configured so as to be displaced such that the fitted part of the extruding member (7) linearly move to one side and the other side along the guide groove (6) in response to an operating force of an operator and is configured such that, when the extruding member (7) is displaced to the one side, the edge portion of the extruding member (7) abuts against an edge (9) of the cylindrical body (1b) to push the edge (9) into an outer casing (1a). With this configuration, it is possible to appropriately give an operating force to a control cable that can transmit an operating force appropriately, while reducing an installation space.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"
  • F16C 1/14 - Construction of the end-piece of the flexible memberAttachment thereof to the flexible member
  • F16C 1/22 - AdjustingCompensating length
  • E05B 79/20 - Connections between movable lock parts using flexible connections, e.g. Bowden cables
  • E05B 79/22 - Operative connections between handles, sill buttons or lock knobs and the lock unit
  • B60J 5/04 - Doors arranged at the vehicle sides

47.

CASING CAP AND CONTROL CABLE CONNECTING STRUCTURE WITH CASING CAP

      
Application Number 18502448
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-06
First Publication Date 2024-05-09
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ishihara, Hironari

Abstract

A casing cap is connected to an end of an outer casing through which an inner cable is inserted, the casing cap comprising: a main body portion having a curved guide path guiding the inner cable in a curved state; an outer casing connecting portion protruding from the main body portion at a one-side end in an extending direction of the guide path; and an engaging portion for engaging the casing cap with an mounting target, wherein the engaging portion protrudes from the main body portion at the other-side end in the extending direction of the guide path.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/26 - Construction of guiding-sheathings or guiding-tubes

48.

CONTROL CABLE

      
Application Number JP2023035242
Publication Number 2024/090110
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-27
Publication Date 2024-05-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

This control cable is a structure comprising a tubular outer casing (1a), a cylindrical body (1b) that is covered by the outer casing (1a) and transmits an operating force, and an inner cable (1c) that is disposed in an internal space of the cylindrical body (1b), wherein the cylindrical body (1b) and the inner cable (1c) are each able to slide independently in the axial direction. As a result of using such a structure, it is possible to provide a control cable that can suitably transmit an operating force, while reducing the space needed for installation thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"
  • B60J 5/04 - Doors arranged at the vehicle sides
  • E05B 79/20 - Connections between movable lock parts using flexible connections, e.g. Bowden cables
  • F16C 1/20 - Construction of flexible members moved to and fro in the sheathing

49.

OBJECT MOVEMENT DEVICE AND WINDOW REGULATOR

      
Application Number JP2023038628
Publication Number 2024/090503
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-10-26
Publication Date 2024-05-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yamashita, Takashi

Abstract

In this object movement device: a carrier plate has a window glass attached thereto; a guide rail extends in a movement direction of the window glass W and slidably engages with the carrier plate; a cable is connected to the carrier plate; a drum winds up or unwinds the cable so as to move the carrier plate along the guide rail; and a cable guide is attached to an end in an extending direction of the guide rail, the tension of the cable acting on the cable guide. The cable guide has a fitting part which prevents the cable guide from separating from the guide rail. The guide rail has a fitting hole with which the fitting part is fit loosely. In a state in which the tension of the cable is acting on the cable guide, the fitting part is disposed away from the guide rail. With such structure, it is possible to provide a window regulator that can reduce the occurrence of abnormal noise.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically

50.

TARGET OBJECT MOVING DEVICE AND WINDOW REGULATOR

      
Application Number JP2023038630
Publication Number 2024/090505
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-10-26
Publication Date 2024-05-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yamashita, Takashi

Abstract

This target object moving device comprises a carrier plate, a guide rail, a cable, a cable guide, and a drum, and has a structure in which: the carrier plate holds window glass; the guide rail guides the carrier plate; the carrier plate is connected to the carrier plate; the cable guide is disposed on an end of the guide rail and changes the direction of the cable; the drum winds up or feeds out the cable; the cable guide has a fitting groove and a guide part; an end of the guide rail is inserted into the fitting groove; and the guide part guides the end of the guide rail to the fitting groove when inserting the end of the guide rail into the fitting groove. This structure makes it possible to easily insert a guide rail into a fitting groove of a direction conversion member during assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically

51.

CABLE OPERATION DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2023035244
Publication Number 2024/090111
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-27
Publication Date 2024-05-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Mieda, Shuhei
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

A cable operation device is provided with a main body member (2) and a movable member (5). The movable member (5) has a slit (7a) through which an inner cable (1c) protruding in a straight line from an outer casing (1a) is inserted, and an edge (7b) formed around the slit (7a) on the surface of the movable member (5), and the movable member (5) can be displaced in either direction in relation to the main body member (2) along a predetermined displacement surface. The cable operation device is configured such that when the movable member (5) is displaced in one direction, with the inner cable (1c) inserted through the slit (7a), a contact state is achieved in which the edge (7b) of the movable member (5) comes into contact with an end (9) of a cylindrical body (1b) and pushes the end (9) in towards the outer casing (1a). Operation force can thereby be appropriately exerted on a control cable capable of appropriately transmitting operation force, while installation space is reduced.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/14 - Construction of the end-piece of the flexible memberAttachment thereof to the flexible member
  • E05B 79/20 - Connections between movable lock parts using flexible connections, e.g. Bowden cables
  • E05B 79/22 - Operative connections between handles, sill buttons or lock knobs and the lock unit
  • F16C 1/20 - Construction of flexible members moved to and fro in the sheathing

52.

Drive device

      
Application Number 17767502
Grant Number 12398787
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-23
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Grant Date 2025-08-26
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Inagaki, Hiroyuki
  • Moriyama, Ryosuke

Abstract

Drive device includes first housing, second housing configured to move relatively with respect to first housing, drive section, spindle member, nut member, moving member, coil spring, and spring guide member. First housing includes inner peripheral surface, housing portion housing drive section, and protruding portion protruding toward the center from inner peripheral surface. Spring guide member includes spring support portion and flange portion protruding outward in the radial direction of spring support portion. Flange portion of spring guide member is held between protruding portion and drive section in the axis X direction of spindle member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 25/20 - Screw mechanisms
  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear
  • E05F 15/622 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings operated by push-pull mechanisms using screw-and-nut mechanisms

53.

Toothed cable and toothed cable guiding apparatus

      
Application Number 18269173
Grant Number 12429117
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-23
First Publication Date 2024-02-22
Grant Date 2025-09-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Mieda, Shuhei
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

A toothed cable includes a cable body, and a cap provided at a tip of the cable body. The cap includes a conical tip portion, and a cylindrical body portion provided on a side of a base end of the tip portion, when the toothed cable moves in a direction from a side of the cap toward a side of the cable body in a curved guiding path of a guide member, the cap moves so as to be in sliding contact with an outer wall portion, and the toothed cable is configured such that an end region of the cable body, which end region is on the side of the cap, contacts an inner wall portion of the guide member when the cap comes into sliding contact with an edge of a concave portion of the guide member to limit an angle θ at which the cap swings.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 19/06 - Gearings comprising essentially only toothed gears or friction members and not capable of conveying indefinitely-continuing rotary motion for interconverting rotary motion and reciprocating motion comprising an endless flexible member
  • B60J 7/043 - Sunroofs
  • F16C 1/20 - Construction of flexible members moved to and fro in the sheathing
  • F16C 1/26 - Construction of guiding-sheathings or guiding-tubes

54.

CARRIER PLATE AND WINDOW REGULATOR

      
Application Number JP2023027684
Publication Number 2024/024924
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-28
Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kawai, Shingo
  • Yamashita, Takashi

Abstract

This carrier plate has a window glass attached thereto by means of a holder, slides along a guide rail, and is configured so as to comprise an attachment part to which the holder is attached, a guide part that is provided on one side of the attachment part, and that guides downward water that has fallen along one side edge of the holder, and a wall part that is provided at a position separated from the guide part by a prescribed distance toward the region where the holder is attached, and that restricts the attachment position of the holder, wherein the water which has fallen along the side edge of the holder flows between the guide part and the wall part. By means of this configuration, water that has fallen along the side edge of the holder is able to flow along a prescribed path.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically

55.

CARRIER PLATE AND WINDOW REGULATOR

      
Application Number JP2023027681
Publication Number 2024/024921
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-28
Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kawai, Shingo

Abstract

The present invention provides a carrier plate which is guided in a sliding manner on a guide rail by the transmission of the driving force of a driving part by a cable, said carrier plate comprising: a base part; a fitting part which fits with the guide rail; a rotation-preventing claw which is provided separately from the fitting part on one side in the width direction of the base part, and which prevents rotation about the fitting part of the carrier plate with respect to the guide rail; an accommodation part which is provided to the other side in the width direction of the base part with respect to the fitting part, and which accommodates an end part of the cable; and an elastic claw which has a tip-end part that, in a view of a base from along the sliding direction of the carrier plate, is at a position overlapping with the rotation-preventing claw in a direction orthogonal to the sliding direction and the width direction, and the tip-end part of which contacts a flange part so as to sandwich the flange part with the rotation-preventing claw. This structure makes it possible to increase ease of assembly in the carrier plate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically

56.

DRIVING DEVICE

      
Application Number 18038721
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-02
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Takaoka, Hiroyuki
  • Kuraoka, Koji

Abstract

A driving device is a driving device driving a door that includes an upper door and a lower door rotatably connected to the upper door, and the driving device includes: at least one cable including a first section and a second section that are each laid over from the upper door to the lower door; and a driving portion for increasing a degree of folding of the lower door with respect to the upper door by unwinding the first section, and for suppressing a movement of the lower door with respect to the upper door by winding the second section. This driving device can reduce interference of a lower door with an object around the door.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 15/605 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for folding wings
  • B60J 5/12 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear slidableDoors arranged at the vehicle rear foldable

57.

CABLE HOLDING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2023023912
Publication Number 2024/014287
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-28
Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner
  • HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
  • TOYOTA BOSHOKU KABUSHIKI KAISHA (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okada Tomoyoshi
  • Matsuyama Fumihiko
  • Fukuoka Tatsuya

Abstract

Provided is a cable holding device that can reduce the possibility of damage. A cable holding device (11) includes a body part (19) that expands along a specific surface, and the body part (19) has an attachment part (20) that attaches the body part (19) to a seat-constituting member, which constitutes a seat, in a manner such that the specific surface faces the seating surface of a vehicle seat, and a locking part (21) that locks at least a portion of cables used in the seat. In the body part (19), a central region (18) facing the central part of a seating region (17) of the seating surface is a space.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"

58.

CABLE RETAINING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2023023916
Publication Number 2024/014288
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-28
Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner
  • HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
  • TOYOTA BOSHOKU KABUSHIKI KAISHA (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okada Tomoyoshi
  • Matsuyama Fumihiko
  • Fukuoka Tatsuya

Abstract

Provided is a cable retaining device configured such that non-locking portions of cables do not get in the way. Provided is a cable retaining device (11), comprising a main body (19) stretching along a specific surface, wherein the main body (19) includes a mounting portion for mounting the main body (19) to a seat component constituting a seat of a vehicle, in a state in which the specific surface faces a seating surface of the seat, a locking portion (21) for locking at least a part of a cable (24) used in the seat, and a restricting portion (22) for restricting a non-locking portion (24b) from moving in a predetermined direction, the non-locking portion (24b) being of the cable (24) having at least a part thereof locked by the locking portion (21) but not being locked by the locking portion (21).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for

59.

RECIPROCAL MOVEMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number 18371478
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-22
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yoshida, Sho
  • Tanaka, Shohei

Abstract

A forward/backward movement device includes: a case; a forward/backward member; a biasing member that biases the forward/backward member; a moving member that is housed in the case and moves between a first position where the forward/backward member is capable of moving forward by a biasing force generated by the biasing member and a second position where the forward movement of the forward/backward member is stopped; and a restricting member that restricts a movement of the moving member by moving to a position for restricting the moving member while a lid is open, in which the restricting member restricts a movement of the moving member from the first position to the second position in a case where the forward/backward member moves backward while the lid is open.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05B 83/34 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for fuel inlet covers essentially flush with the vehicle surface
  • E05B 81/04 - Electrical
  • E05B 81/16 - Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by the function or purpose of the powered actuators operating on locking elements for locking or unlocking action
  • E05B 81/30 - Rotary elements
  • E05B 81/34 - Details of the actuator transmission of geared transmissions
  • B60K 15/05 - Inlet covers

60.

WIRE ROPE

      
Application Number JP2023024306
Publication Number 2024/005173
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-30
Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Tsuda, Akira

Abstract

A wire rope of the present invention has a double twisted structure obtained by twisting: a core strand (2) obtained by twisting a plurality of wires (2a), (2b), (2c), (2d); and a plurality of sheath strands (3) each obtained by twisting a plurality of wires (3a), (3b). The plurality of sheath strands (3) are twisted with the core strand (2) by the Lang's lay. A fastening rate of the wire rope is from 3.5 to 9.5%. This can provide a wire rope superior in fatigue resistance and wear resistance, with reduced twist habit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • D07B 1/06 - Ropes or cables built-up from metal wires, e.g. of section wires around a hemp core

61.

Driving device

      
Application Number 18039499
Grant Number 12203311
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-02
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Grant Date 2025-01-21
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Takaoka, Hiroyuki
  • Kuraoka, Koji

Abstract

A driving device is a driving device driving a door that includes an upper door and a lower door rotatably connected to the upper door, and includes: a driving portion that is provided at a position spaced apart from a connecting portion rotatably connecting the upper door and the lower door and generates a driving force for driving the upper door or the lower door; and an adjusting portion that changes a degree of folding of the lower door with respect to the upper door based on the driving force. Such a driving device can enhance the degree of freedom in designing a door.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 15/605 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for folding wings
  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear

62.

FIXING STRUCTURE FOR INSERTING MEMBER

      
Application Number 18250187
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-21
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

A fixing structure comprises a driveline, a fixing member, through which the driveline is inserted, and a holding mechanism to hold the driveline. The holding mechanism comprises a chuck member to grasp the driveline, a sealing member, and a screw member to press the chuck member and the sealing member. The sealing member has a main body portion, and an annular protruding portion projecting from an end of the main body portion, wherein a cross-sectional shape of the annular protruding portion gradually decreases in diameter toward the projecting direction. The annular protruding portion is configured to be bent and deformed to the inner side of the sealing member in the radial direction by contacting an end face of the chuck member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 25/02 - Holding devices, e.g. on the body
  • F16J 15/32 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with elastic sealings, e.g. O-rings

63.

CABLE COUPLING MECHANISM

      
Application Number 18248881
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-18
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okada, Tomoyoshi
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

Provided is a cable linking mechanism including: connection target to which cables are connected; case accommodating connection target, wherein, case includes: case body with sliding surface on which connection target slides; lid member capable of closing case body; hinge connecting case body and lid member, case body includes outer wall portions extending so as to protrude outward, lid member includes inner wall portions capable of contacting outer wall portions, outer wall portions are placed outside from inner wall portions in a radial direction of relative rotation, outer wall portions and inner wall portions are placed to restrict a relative movement of lid member with respect to the case body along sliding surface in a direction away from a rotation axis of the relative rotation by contacting each other when a load is applied to case body and/or lid member so that lid member performs the relative movement.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"

64.

FIXING STRUCTURE

      
Application Number JP2023019239
Publication Number 2023/228962
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-05-24
Publication Date 2023-11-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Yokomatsu, Mutsuhiro

Abstract

A fixing structure according to the present invention is provided with an attachment member 3 attached in an attachment groove B2 of an attachment target B. The attachment member 3 is provided with a clamping part that clamps into the attachment target B. The clamping part comprises: a first wall body 33b having a first opposing surface F1 opposing one side of the attachment target B; and a second wall body having a second opposing surface opposing another side of the attachment target B. The first opposing surface F1 has a plurality of first protruding parts PR1 that are spaced apart in a third direction D3 and have a protruding shape. The second opposing surface has a plurality of second protruding parts PR2 that are spaced apart in the third direction D3 and have a protruding shape. The first protruding parts PR1 and the second protruding parts PR2 are provided such that a space allowing deformation in a direction including a component of the third direction D3 is formed at both sides in the third direction D3. Through this structure, a fixing structure can be provided that is capable of reducing the insertion force when attaching to a plate-shaped attachment target.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"
  • F16C 1/26 - Construction of guiding-sheathings or guiding-tubes

65.

Driving device

      
Application Number 18247990
Grant Number 12404893
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-08
First Publication Date 2023-11-23
Grant Date 2025-09-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Ishihara, Hironari

Abstract

A driving apparatus includes a casing, a driving section, a slider, a coil spring, and a cable including a cable end. The slider includes an engaging section to which the cable end is attached and a spring accommodating section accomodating a part of the coil spring; the slider moves in association with the cable when moving to one side of moving direction by a driving force of the driving section, and moves relative to the cable when moving to the other side of moving direction by a biasing force of the coil spring; and when the slider moves to the other side of moving direction by the biasing force of the coil spring, the coil spring extends while accommodating the cable end in an inner space of the coil spring, thereby reducing the size of the slider and the size of the entire apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/16 - Arrangements for transmitting movement to or from the flexible member in which the end-piece is guided rectilinearly
  • F16H 19/04 - Gearings comprising essentially only toothed gears or friction members and not capable of conveying indefinitely-continuing rotary motion for interconverting rotary motion and reciprocating motion comprising a rack

66.

Carrier plate and object movement device

      
Application Number 18030509
Grant Number 12083870
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-28
First Publication Date 2023-11-16
Grant Date 2024-09-10
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Suzuki, Kazuaki
  • Fuki, Katsuhiko

Abstract

A carrier plate to which a moving object is attached and that includes a holding portion holding an end portion of a driving-force transmission member transmitting a driving force for moving the moving object is configured to include: a first surface facing a guide rail on which the carrier plate slides; a second surface placed on an opposite side of the first surface; and a side surface placed between the first surface and the second surface, the side surface including an opening portion into which the driving-force transmission member is inserted. Such a configuration can enhance the efficiency of the assembly work while suppressing an increase in size.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/54 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for doors
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically
  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • E05F 15/697 - Motor units therefor, e.g. geared motors

67.

OPERATING DEVICE

      
Application Number 18246462
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-09-24
First Publication Date 2023-11-16
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Tokimasa, Hidenori
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

The operating device comprises a cable having a cable end, a coupling member, and a base. The coupling member has a coupling member-side facing surface facing the cable end, the coupling member-side facing surface is provided to the base so as to be inclined at a predetermined inclination angle with respect to the coupling member-side facing surface in an unloaded state, and the cable end has a cable end-side facing surface facing the coupling member-side facing surface. The coupling member-side facing surface and the cable end-side facing surface are configured not to interfere with each other when the coupling member is inclined.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/14 - Construction of the end-piece of the flexible memberAttachment thereof to the flexible member

68.

FIXING STRUCTURE

      
Application Number JP2023016790
Publication Number 2023/210794
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-28
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

A fixing structure according to the present invention comprises: a sheet body 2 that has an opening 21 into which an insertion member that is guided outside of a living body from inside the living body can be inserted, that is configured from a nonabsorbable material which is biocompatible, and that is porous; and a thread-shaped body 3 that is sewn into the surface of the sheet body 2 such that the sheet body 2 forms a relief structure which provides resistance to relative movement in the extension direction of the sheet body 2 with respect to a target location of the living body which the insertion member is inserted into. Through such a structure, it is possible to provide a fixing structure that makes it possible to prevent displacement relative to a target location such as skin without suturing to the target location, and early-stage fixing to the target location is possible.

IPC Classes  ?

69.

FIXING STRUCTURE

      
Application Number JP2023016792
Publication Number 2023/210795
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-28
Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

A fixing structure according to the present invention has: a porous sheet body (2) constituted by a non-absorbent material having biocompatibility; a cylindrical insertion part (4) for guiding an insertion member from inside a living body to outside the living body; a clamping part (5) that clamps, in the thickness direction of the sheet body (2), a portion surrounding an opening in the sheet body (2), and that is fixed to the insertion part (4); and a fixing strand (33) constituted by a strand sewn onto the sheet body (2) so as to fix the sheet body (2) and the clamping part (5). The fixing strand (33) is structured so as to be sewn onto the surface of the sheet body (2) so as to form a concave-convex structure serving as resistance against relative movement with respect to a target site of the living body through which the insertion member is inserted, with respect to the direction of extension of the sheet body (2). Such a structure makes it possible to provide a fixing structure with which it is possible to inhibit entry of bacteria and inhibit misalignment with respect to the target site.

IPC Classes  ?

70.

Reciprocal movement device

      
Application Number 18009351
Grant Number 12104677
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-24
First Publication Date 2023-10-26
Grant Date 2024-10-01
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Tanaka, Shohei

Abstract

A forward/backward movement device includes: a case; a guide member that is housed in the case and includes a shaft and a protrusion formed on an outer peripheral surface of the shaft; and a forward/backward movement member having a cylindrical shape. The forward/backward movement member includes a groove that is formed on an inner peripheral surface of the forward/backward movement member and moves forward and backward with respect to the case while rotating by being guided by the protrusion. The groove is a portion where the protrusion slides. Thereby the forward/backward movement device can be miniaturized while preventing the intrusion of water.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 25/12 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for interconverting rotary motion and reciprocating motion with reciprocation along the axis of rotation, e.g. gearings with helical grooves and automatic reversal
  • B60K 15/05 - Inlet covers
  • E05F 15/616 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings operated by push-pull mechanisms

71.

POSITION ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM AND POSITION ADJUSTMENT MEMBER

      
Application Number JP2023015404
Publication Number 2023/204196
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-18
Publication Date 2023-10-26
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Nishimura, Atsushi
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Kishiguchi, Masataka

Abstract

A position adjustment mechanism according to the present invention comprises: an engaging part 2 provided at an end part Ca1 of an inner cable Ca, and having a screw part 21; and a position adjustment part 1 to which the end part Ca1 of the inner cable Ca is connected, and which is attached or fixed to an object to be connected. The position adjustment part 1 is structured to have a part E to be engaged with the screw part 21 as the engaging part 2 and the position adjustment part 1 rotate relative to each other to cause the screw part 21 to cut into the part E to be engaged. This structure makes it possible to provide a position adjustment mechanism which can be reduced in size and in which loosening is prevented from occurring due to external factors such as vibration.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/22 - AdjustingCompensating length
  • F16B 39/34 - Locking by deformable inserts or like parts

72.

ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL

      
Application Number JP2023012804
Publication Number 2023/195397
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-29
Publication Date 2023-10-12
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

An artificial blood vessel according to the present invention has a predetermined fibrous structure woven by warps 1 and wefts 2, wherein at least one among the warps 1 and the wefts 2 are constituted by a multi-filament fiber including a plurality of filament yarns. The artificial blood vessel has a structure having: a plurality of coating sections C which are provided on the surface of the artificial blood vessel and each of which covers the multi-filament fiber in a surface shape; and non-coating sections UC which are disposed between the plurality of coating sections C on a surface of the artificial blood vessel, and are not covered by the coating sections C. Due to said structure, it is possible to provide an artificial blood vessel which can improve blood leakage resistance while maintaining flexibility.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
  • A61L 27/14 - Macromolecular materials
  • A61L 27/34 - Macromolecular materials
  • A61L 27/40 - Composite materials, i.e. layered or containing one material dispersed in a matrix of the same or different material
  • A61L 27/50 - Materials characterised by their function or physical properties
  • D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
  • D03D 3/02 - Tubular fabrics
  • D03D 15/587 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads adhesiveWoven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads fusible

73.

ADVANCING/RETREATING MOVEMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2023009186
Publication Number 2023/171779
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-10
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Tanaka, Shohei

Abstract

The present invention provides an advancing/retreating movement device comprising: an advancing/retreating member which has one end side accommodated in a case and the other end side protruding from the case, and which advances from inside the case toward the outside, and retreats from the outside of the case toward the inside; a movement member which moves between a first position where the advancement of the advancing/retreating member is enabled by a biasing force of a biasing member, and a second position where the advancement of the advancing/retreating member is stopped; a to-be-engaged part which moves along with the advancing/retreating member; a pressing force transmitting member which moves from an advancement position to a retreat position by a pressing force when a lid is closed; and an engagement part which moves along with the pressing force transmitting member, wherein the engagement part and the to-be-engaged part are in an engaged state so that the biasing force of the biasing member is applied to the pressing force transmitting member when the advancing/retreating member advances, and are in a non-engaged state when the pressing force transmitting member is positioned at the retreat position so that the biasing force of the biasing member is not applied to the pressing force transmitting member, whereby it is possible to prevent the lid from rising up from a vehicle body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05B 83/34 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for fuel inlet covers essentially flush with the vehicle surface
  • B60K 15/05 - Inlet covers

74.

ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL

      
Application Number 17928501
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-06-29
First Publication Date 2023-09-07
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

An artificial blood vessel is used, which alternatingly has, in an extending direction D2 of a weft yarn 2, a first region in which a warp yarn 1 and the weft yarn 2 are woven in a plain weave, a second region having a first portion on the second region side R21 in which the warp yarn 1 crosses over a plurality of weft yarns 2 and a second portion on the second region side R22 in which the warp yarn 1 extends so as to cross over one weft yarn 2, and a third region having a first portion on the third region side R31 in which the warp yarn 1 crosses over a plurality of warp yarns 2 and a second portion on the third region side R32 in which the warp yarn 1 extends so as to cross over one weft yarn 2.

IPC Classes  ?

75.

Pulley, and window regulator comprising pulley

      
Application Number 18007055
Grant Number 12024933
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-30
First Publication Date 2023-09-07
Grant Date 2024-07-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Karaki, Masakazu

Abstract

A pulley includes a main winding portion including an annular main winding groove, where a wire is windable, formed between a first flange and a second flange; and an auxiliary winding portion including an auxiliary winding groove, where the wire is windable, formed between the second flange and a third flange. The auxiliary winding groove includes a closest portion closest to the main winding groove in the radial direction thereof, and a curved portion curved toward the main winding groove in a portion adjacent to the closest portion so that the curved portion joins the main winding groove at the closest portion. The third flange includes an auxiliary guide portion extending in the radial direction of the auxiliary winding groove so that the groove depth of the curved portion becomes larger than that of the closest portion. This structure can provide a pulley allowing easy winding of a wire.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/54 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for doors
  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains

76.

BOOT

      
Application Number JP2023003695
Publication Number 2023/149568
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-06
Publication Date 2023-08-10
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Sugimura, Masachika

Abstract

A boot according to the present invention is formed in a cylindrical shape expandable and contractable in the X-axis direction and can be attached to an attachment portion O1 of an object O of attachment by having fluid injected therein by a fluid injection means FI. A boot 1: comprises an annular attached portion 11 which is provided on the one end 1a side in the X-axis direction and which is attached to the attachment portion O1, an abutment portion 12 which is provided on the other end 1b side in the X-axis direction and against which a leading end FIa of the fluid injection means FI can abut along the X-axis direction toward the one end 1a side in the X-axis direction, and an expansion and contraction portion EC extending along the X-axis direction between the attached portion 11 and the abutment portion 12; and is structured such that the abutment portion 12 extends along the radial direction on the other end 1b side of the boot 1 in the X-axis direction and is formed in an annular shape along the circumferential direction around the X-axis of the boot 1, and an opening portion 12a that allows fluid to communicate therethrough between the inside and the outside of the boot 1 is provided in the radially inner side of the abutment portion 12. With such a structure, it is possible to provide a boot that can be attached to a mounting portion of an object of attachment with ease.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16J 3/04 - Bellows
  • F16J 15/52 - Sealings between relatively-movable members, by means of a sealing without relatively-moving surfaces, e.g. fluid-tight sealings for transmitting motion through a wall by means of sealing bellows or diaphragms

77.

ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING ARTIFICIAL BLOOD VESSEL

      
Application Number JP2023003899
Publication Number 2023/149582
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-07
Publication Date 2023-08-10
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

An artificial blood vessel according to the present invention has: warp filaments 1 which extend in the axial direction and in which ridge sections M and valley sections V are alternately formed in the axial direction; and weft filaments 2 which extend in the circumferential direction of an artificial blood vessel VE. The warp filaments 1 have a structure in which peak sections Mt1, Mt2 of a pair of neighboring ridge sections M in the axial direction are aligned at positions in the circumferential direction, and positions at bottom section Vb of the valley section V between the pair of the ridge sections M extend in an undulating manner if the artificial blood vessel VE is viewed in the radial direction so as to be offset in the circumferential direction with respect to the positions of the peak sections Mt1, Mt2 of the pair of the ridge sections M. By having this structure, an artificial blood vessel which does not readily fray when the artificial blood vessel is cut can be provided.

IPC Classes  ?

78.

TRANSMISSION MECHANISM AND ELASTIC MEMBER

      
Application Number JP2023002164
Publication Number 2023/145744
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-25
Publication Date 2023-08-03
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Imagawa, Takuma

Abstract

A transmission mechanism according to the present invention transmits rotational force and comprises a first object 42 to be rotated, a first torque cable 41, and an elastic member 43. The first object 42 to be rotated has a fitting hole 56. The first torque cable 41 has a fitting portion 55 to be fitted by being inserted into the fitting hole 56 and transmits rotational force to the first object 42 to be rotated. The elastic member 43 is disposed between the fitting portion 55 and the first object 42 to be rotated and deforms so as to be in close contact along the inner peripheral surface 56a of the fitting hole 56 and the outer peripheral surface 55a of the fitting portion 55. With such a transmission mechanism and elastic member, it is possible to reduce loss of rotational force while maintaining the effect of suppressing looseness.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/08 - End connections
  • F16D 1/06 - Couplings for rigidly connecting two coaxial shafts or other movable machine elements for attachment of a member on a shaft or on a shaft-end

79.

Medical tunneling instrument

      
Application Number 29689058
Grant Number D0990677
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-26
First Publication Date 2023-06-27
Grant Date 2023-06-27
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

80.

LUBRICANT COMPOSITION WITH ANTI-RUST PROPERTIES

      
Application Number JP2022042002
Publication Number 2023/085386
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-10
Publication Date 2023-05-19
Owner
  • HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
  • NIPPON GREASE CO.,LTD. (Japan)
Inventor
  • Hashimoto, Yuuta
  • Hamura, Masahiro

Abstract

This lubricant composition with anti-rust properties contains: a base oil; sorbitan fatty acid ester; superbasic magnesium sulfonate; and at least one additive selected from the group consisting of calcium sulfonate, calcium sulfonate complex, zinc sulfonate, barium sulfonate, fatty acid zinc, amine oleic acid salts, alkenyl succinic acid polyimides, and benzotriazole derivatives.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C10N 10/04 - Groups 2 or 12
  • C10N 30/12 - Inhibition of corrosion, e.g. anti-rust agents, anti-corrosives
  • C10N 40/32 - Wire, rope or cable lubricants
  • C10M 129/26 - Carboxylic acidsSalts thereof
  • C10M 129/74 - Esters of polyhydroxy compounds
  • C10M 133/12 - Amines, e.g. polyalkylene polyaminesQuaternary amines having amino groups bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring
  • C10M 133/16 - AmidesImides
  • C10M 133/44 - Five-membered ring containing nitrogen and carbon only
  • C10M 133/56 - AmidesImides
  • C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
  • C10M 159/24 - Reaction mixtures having an excess of neutralising base, e.g. so-called overbasic or highly basic products containing sulfonic radicals
  • C10M 163/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a mixture of a compound of unknown or incompletely defined constitution and a non-macromolecular compound, each of these compounds being essential

81.

HOUSING

      
Application Number JP2022041107
Publication Number 2023/080185
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-04
Publication Date 2023-05-11
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Mieda, Shuhei

Abstract

This housing includes a housing body 2 and a lid 3, the housing body 2 and the lid 3 having an axial portion Ax1 and a bearing portion Ax2. A side wall W2 includes a second opening/closing direction facing surface F4 that faces a first opening/closing direction facing surface F3 provided on the lid 3 at a base region R2. The first opening/closing direction facing surface F3 and/or the second opening/closing direction facing surface F4 includes a protruding portion PR1. The side wall W2 includes a second axially facing surface F2 that faces a first axially facing surface F1 provided on the lid 3 in an axial direction X. The first axially facing surface F1 and the second axially facing surface F2 are pressed against each other in the axial direction X, while at least the lid 3 closes an opening AP. Therefore, the present invention can provide a housing capable of preventing abnormal noise from being generated when the housing vibrates.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/03 - Covers
  • E05D 3/02 - Hinges with pins with one pin
  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"

82.

BOOT

      
Application Number JP2022039208
Publication Number 2023/068349
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-21
Publication Date 2023-04-27
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Sugimura, Masachika

Abstract

A boot according to the present invention comprises: a bellows section 2 that extends along an axis X direction, is a cylindrical shape capable of contracting and expanding in the axis X direction, and has bellows section side peak sections 21 and bellows section side valley sections 22 in an alternating manner along the axis X direction; and an extension section 3 that neighbors and is connected to the bellows section 2 in the axis X direction, and is provided neighboring one end 1a and/or the other end 1b in the axis X direction of the boot 1. The extension section 3 is formed such that the outer diameter OD1 of an end section of the extension section 3, said end section being on the opposite side in the axis X direction from the side that is connected to the bellows section 2, is smaller than the inner diameters ID of the bellows section side valley sections 22 of the bellows section 2. The extension section 3 is configured such that at least a portion of the extension section 3 is displaced to an interior section of the bellows section 2 when the boot 1 is compressed in the axis X direction. Due to this configuration, a boot that has a short boot length when compressed and suppresses an increase in the restoring force generated by compression can be provided.

IPC Classes  ?

83.

ACTUATOR AND CABLE ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 17949271
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-21
First Publication Date 2023-03-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Tahara, Takayuki
  • Nakamori, Genki

Abstract

Provided is an actuator including: a casing; and a cable driving part including a rotation member connected to a cable. The cable driving part moves the cable forward and backward by rotating the rotation member with a force of a motor based on an operation signal. The cable extends from a water flow direction changing part and is inserted into the casing. The water flow direction changing part changes a direction of a water flow to be ejected. The operation signal is an operation signal for operating the water flow direction changing part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B63H 11/11 - Direction control of propulsive fluid with bucket or clamshell-type reversing means
  • F16K 31/04 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a motor
  • F16K 31/46 - Mechanical actuating means for remote operation

84.

DRIVE DEVICE AND BOOT

      
Application Number JP2022016435
Publication Number 2023/021784
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2023-02-23
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Moriya, Yohei

Abstract

The present invention provides a drive device for opening and closing an opening/closing body 2 supported by a vehicle body 3 to be capable of opening and closing. The drive device is provided with a drive device body 11 and a boot 12. The drive device body 11 is connected to the vehicle body 3 and the opening/closing body 2 and is capable of expanding and contracting. The boot 12 has wiring that extends from the drive device body 11 passing through the inside, and has a boot body 31 and a mounting section 32. The boot body 31 can be mounted to the vehicle body 3. The mounting section 32 is disposed at an end of the boot body 31, is mounted to the drive device body 11, and has a protrusion 42. The protrusion 42 is configured as a drive device that protrudes toward the outside of the drive device body 11, thereby preventing rainwater from accumulating in the boot.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 15/611 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings
  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear

85.

DRIVE DEVICE AND BOOT

      
Application Number JP2022016436
Publication Number 2023/021785
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2023-02-23
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Moriya, Yohei

Abstract

This drive device is for causing opening/closing operation of an opening/closing body 2 that is supported on a vehicle body 3 in an openable and closable manner. Said drive device comprises a drive device body 11 and a boot 12, and is configured such that: the drive device body 11 is coupled to both the vehicle body 3 and the opening/closing body 2 and is stretchable; the boot 12 has passed therewithin a wiring that extends from the drive device body 11, and has a boot body 31 and a fitting part 32; the fitting part 32 is disposed at the end of the boot body 31 so as to be fitted to a boot attachment portion 24 of the drive device body 11, and has a planar portion 52b; and the planar portion 52b comes into contact with the drive device body 11 upon rotation with respect to the drive device body 11. Accordingly, the drive device can suppress the rotation of the boot with respect to the drive device body 11.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 15/611 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings
  • B60J 5/10 - Doors arranged at the vehicle rear

86.

CYLINDRICAL EMBEDDED MATERIAL FOR MEDICAL USE

      
Application Number 17792488
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-01-29
First Publication Date 2023-02-23
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

Provided is a cylindrical embedded material for medical use, in which a plurality of structure bodies are connected in an axial direction, wherein the structure body elements each have an enclosure part configured for enclosing inside thereof, wherein the cylindrical embedded material connection part in which a structure body element of a first structure body and a structure body element of a second structure body connected in the axial direction, wherein the enclosure part has a spacing part to separate the fibers, wherein the cylindrical embedded material has a covering part, and wherein the covering part has elasticity which allows for movement of the fibers to narrow the spacing part when an external force is applied to the structure body element and allows for restoration of positions of the moved fibers when the external force is removed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
  • A61L 31/06 - Macromolecular materials obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds

87.

CONNECTION MEMBER

      
Application Number JP2022016430
Publication Number 2023/007865
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2023-02-02
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Imagawa, Takuma

Abstract

This connection member comprises: a first holding part which has a first accommodation space through which a long member can be inserted in a first direction, and which can hold the long member inserted through the first accommodation space; a second holding part which has a second accommodation space through which a long member can be inserted in the first direction, and which can hold the long member inserted through the second accommodation space; a connection part which connects the first holding part and the second holding part; and a falling prevention part provided continuous to the first holding part. The connection member has a structure in which: the falling prevention part has an insertion-through space through which the long member extending in the second direction can be inserted, and an orientation holding surface which holds the orientation of the long member along the first direction; the insertion-through space communicates with the first accommodation space; and the second holding part comprises an insertion/extraction part which causes the long member to be inserted through and extracted from the second accommodation space. Due to said structure, it is possible to provide a connection member the position of which can be easily changed with respect to the long member without increasing the total length thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16B 2/22 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material
  • B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
  • H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
  • F16L 3/12 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing

88.

Glass lift plate assembly for window regulator

      
Application Number 17385504
Grant Number 11674347
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-26
First Publication Date 2023-01-26
Grant Date 2023-06-13
Owner HI-LEX CONTROLS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Arimoto, Shigeki

Abstract

A window regulator assembly in a vehicle includes a glass lift plate assembly for moving a window glass up and down along the guide rail. The glass lift plate assembly includes a slider base, a glass holder configured to receive and hold the window glass, and an attachment bracket placed on the glass holder to securely hold the window glass. The glass holder includes an inboard part and an outboard part, and is connected to the slider base by an adjustment member, which is configured to adjust a top edge of the window glass. Further, the window glass is placed between the inboard part and the outboard part of the glass holder and also fixedly held by an attachment fastener. The inboard part of the glass holder slidably moves relative to the outboard part of the glass holder by the rotational movement of the adjustment member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 11/48 - Man-operated mechanisms for operating wings, including those which also operate the fastening for sliding windows, e.g. vehicle windows, to be opened or closed by vertical movement operated by cords or chains
  • E05D 15/16 - Suspension arrangements for wings for wings sliding vertically more or less in their own plane
  • B60J 1/17 - WindowsWindscreensAccessories therefor arranged at vehicle sides adjustable slidable vertically

89.

INSERTION MEMBER LEADING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2022016428
Publication Number 2023/002721
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2023-01-26
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

The present invention is capable of providing an insertion member leading device with which an insertion member inserted into wall-like tissue of an organism can be accurately and easily led outside of the body, by making said device an insertion member leading device comprising a main body (2), a boring member (3) for forming a bored hole (H1) created by boring into wall-like tissue (T) in a first direction (D1), and a connector (4) configured to connect the boring member (3) and an insertion member (I), wherein: the boring member (3) has a tip part (31) and a boring shaft part (32); a maximum dimension of the boring shaft part (32) is smaller than the outer diameter of the insertion member (I); the main body (2) has a leading hole (24) that extends along the first direction (D1); the boring member (3) is configured to be guided in the first direction (D1) and a second direction (D2) coaxially with the axial center of the leading hole (24); and the leading hole (24) has a size that makes it possible to insert the connector (4) and the insertion member (I).

IPC Classes  ?

90.

CABLE RETAINING APPARATUS AND SEAT CABLE MODULE

      
Application Number JP2022016429
Publication Number 2023/002722
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2023-01-26
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Okada, Tomoyoshi

Abstract

The present invention provides a cable retaining apparatus comprising: a main body disposed between a pair of side frames; a first retaining part which is provided on the main body and which retains a first seat frame; and a second retaining part which is provided on the main body and which retains a second seat frame, wherein the second retaining part is structured to have a space in which the second seat frame moves relative to the second retaining part while being retained by the second retaining part when an external force is exerted on the main body. By using such a structure, damage to the cable retaining apparatus due to the external force can be suppressed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
  • F16B 2/22 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material

91.

CABLE COUPLING MECHANISM

      
Application Number JP2022016432
Publication Number 2023/281885
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2023-01-12
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Mieda, Shuhei
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

A cable coupling mechanism 1 comprises an operation cable 2, a first operable cable 31, a second operable cable 32, and a coupling device 4, wherein the coupling device 4 has a housing 41 and a slider 42, the housing 41 has a pair of guide surfaces G1 and G2, the slider 42 is configured so as to be rotatable about an axis X perpendicular to a sliding direction D1 and a width direction D2, and both side edges of the slider 42 in the width direction D2 have curved surfaces C1 and C2, which protrude toward the respective pair of guide surfaces G1 and G2, such that the movement of the slider 42 in the sliding direction D1 is not inhibited when the slider 42 rotates about the axis X. This cable coupling mechanism makes it possible to easily synchronously operate two operable cables.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/14 - Construction of the end-piece of the flexible memberAttachment thereof to the flexible member
  • F16C 1/22 - AdjustingCompensating length

92.

RECIPROCATING MOVEMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2022016434
Publication Number 2023/276394
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2023-01-05
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Kondo, Takahiro

Abstract

Provided is a reciprocating movement device comprising: a case; a reciprocating member that moves in a reciprocating manner with respect to the case; a reciprocating member-side member that is relatively rotatably fitted to the reciprocating member and that is configured to be movable together with the reciprocating member; and a lock unit that is configured to be movable between a locked position and an unlocked position and that, when positioned at the locked position, restricts the movement of the reciprocating member, wherein the lock unit has a plurality of engagement parts that are engageable respectively with a plurality of engaged parts provided on the reciprocating member-side member. This reciprocating movement device makes it possible to suppress inclination of the engaged portions provided on the reciprocating member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05B 83/34 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for fuel inlet covers essentially flush with the vehicle surface
  • B60K 15/05 - Inlet covers

93.

Linking mechanism

      
Application Number 17778892
Grant Number 11859655
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-26
First Publication Date 2022-12-29
Grant Date 2024-01-02
Owner Hi-Lex Corporation (Japan)
Inventor
  • Kuribayashi, Ryochi
  • Hirose, Satoshi

Abstract

A coupling mechanism includes a cable including a cable end at an end portion, a slider including a coupling part coupled with the end portion, and a joint case including a slider housing space, wherein the coupling part includes a cable end housing part, and a separation restraining part restraining cable separation from the slider, and wherein the separation restraining part includes an installation space where the cable extended from the cable end is disposed with the cable coupled with the slider, an inlet opening in a direction perpendicular to a cable axis and allowing the cable to move in the direction and pass through the inlet, a passage part allowing the cable to move to the installation space through the inlet, and a first restriction part blocking a cable movement direction when the cable in the installation space moves in a direction parallel to a passage part's extending direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"

94.

Outer casing attachment structure

      
Application Number 17772125
Grant Number 12044269
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-29
First Publication Date 2022-12-15
Grant Date 2024-07-23
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Funahashi, Nobuhiro
  • Wada, Yoshihiro
  • Kuribayashi, Ryochi

Abstract

An outer casing attachment structure includes a cables extending in a same direction, outer casings to which the inner cables is respectively inserted, a connecting member to which ends of the outer casings are connected, and a holding member including a holding part configured to hold the connecting member, wherein an installation space where the connecting member is disposed, and an opening provided in a direction perpendicular to an axis direction of the inner cables and configured to communicate between the installation space and outside are formed in the holding part, wherein the holding part includes a first retainer part and a second retainer part formed on both sides of the opening in an arrangement direction of the inner cables, and the connecting member includes a first engaging part configured to engage with the first retainer part, and a second engaging part configured to engage with the second retainer part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/10 - Means for transmitting linear movement in a flexible sheathing, e.g. "Bowden mechanisms"
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxesConnection or junction boxes

95.

ADVANCING/RETREATING MOVEMENT DEVICE AND LID OPENING/CLOSING DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2022016431
Publication Number 2022/230597
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2022-11-03
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Nomori, Chihiro
  • Kondo, Takahiro

Abstract

This advancing/retreating movement device comprises an advancing/retreating member and a lock member 5. The advancing/retreating member has an abutting section CT that can be made to abut an abutted section 5a of the lock member 5 in a direction around an axis. When the lock member 5 is in a locked position, the abutted section 5a and the abutting section CT are positioned in a positional relationship in which the abutted section 5a is not abutted by the abutting section CT of the advancing/retreating member until the advancing/retreating member moves from an advance holding position to a retreat holding position, and when force acts in a direction of rotation in the direction around the axis, the abutted section 5a and the abutting section CT are positioned in a positional relationship in which the abutted section 5a faces the abutting section CT in the direction around the axis and rotation of the advancing/retreating member in the direction around the axis is limited to a predetermined range so that the advancing/retreating member does not move to the advance holding position. This advancing/retreating movement device makes it possible to move the advancing/retreating member to the retreat holding position even when the lock member is positioned in the locked position, and to easily perform locking when in the retreat holding position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05B 83/34 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for fuel inlet covers essentially flush with the vehicle surface
  • B60K 15/05 - Inlet covers

96.

RECIPROCAL MOVEMENT DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2022016433
Publication Number 2022/224791
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
Publication Date 2022-10-27
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Yoshida, Sho
  • Tanaka, Shohei

Abstract

This reciprocal movement device comprises: a case; a reciprocating member of which one-end side is housed in the case and the other-end side protrudes from the case, and which advances in a direction from the inside to the outside of the case or retreats in a direction opposite to said direction; an urging member that urges the reciprocating member; a moving member that is housed in the case and that moves between a first position at which the reciprocating member can be caused to advance by urging force generated by the urging member and a second position at which the advancing of the reciprocating member is stopped; and a restricting member that restricts the movement of the moving member by moving to a position of restricting the moving member when a lid is in a closed state. The restricting member restricts the moving member from moving from the first position to the second position when the lid is in an open state and the reciprocating member is retreating. With this reciprocal movement device, the reciprocating member can be prevented from being locked by mischief or the like.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60K 15/05 - Inlet covers
  • E05B 83/34 - Locks for glove compartments, console boxes, fuel inlet covers or the like for fuel inlet covers essentially flush with the vehicle surface

97.

SPLIT-AXIS POWER STRUT

      
Application Number 17197608
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-10
First Publication Date 2022-09-15
Owner Hi-Lex Controls, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Heiberger, John
  • Bellaver, Ryan
  • Brinck, Steve

Abstract

A power strut assembly for raising and lowering a panel of an automotive vehicle includes a strut housing defining two parallel axes, i.e. a motor rotary axis and a spindle rotary axis. A drive motor disposed in the strut housing has an output shaft rotatable by the drive motor about the motor rotary axis. A drive spindle with a threaded section at least partially disposed in the strut housing is rotatable about the spindle rotary axis to move a spindle nut on the threaded section of the drive spindle. A motor-spindle transmission for transmitting a rotation of the output shaft to the drive spindle includes a motor wheel secured to the output shaft and a spindle wheel rigidly coupled to the drive spindle. The motor wheel and the spindle wheel extend in a common plane of rotation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E05F 15/622 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings operated by push-pull mechanisms using screw-and-nut mechanisms
  • F16H 25/20 - Screw mechanisms

98.

Position adjustment mechanism

      
Application Number 17626133
Grant Number 12234859
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-21
First Publication Date 2022-08-18
Grant Date 2025-02-25
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Okada, Tomoyoshi
  • Hasegawa, Tatsuhiko
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

Provided is a position adjustment mechanism including: a case; a moving member including a first engaging part and a second engaging part; a lock member provided in the case so as to be movable between a lock position for regulating movement of the moving member in a first direction with respect to the case and a separate position for allowing relative movement of the moving member with respect to the case; and a long member. The lock member includes: a first engaged part engaging with the first engaging part in the first direction; and a second engaged part engaging with the second engaging part in the first direction. When the lock member is at the separate position, the lock member regulates separation of the moving member from the case by engagement of the first engaging part with the first engaged part in the first direction.

IPC Classes  ?

99.

HOLDING MECHANISM ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 17607135
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-05-07
First Publication Date 2022-07-07
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor Koarashi, Shinsaku

Abstract

A holding mechanism assembly 1 includes: a tubular inserting member 2; a fixing device 3 having a fixing portion 31 and a communicating portion 32; and a holding structure 4 to hold the inserting member 2 to the fixing device 3 in a liquid tight manner. The communicating portion 32 has a first opening 321 opened toward the outside of the living body; a second opening 322 opened toward the inside of the living body; and a communication path 323 formed between the first opening 321 and the second opening 322. An outer surface 2a of the inserting member 2 has a covered region A1 covered with fiber that can guide cells and a non-covered region A2 not covered with fiber, and the non-covered region A2 extends between the holding structure 4 and the second opening 322.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61M 25/02 - Holding devices, e.g. on the body
  • A61M 39/02 - Access sites
  • A61M 60/122 - Implantable pumps or pumping devices, i.e. the blood being pumped inside the patient’s body
  • F16J 15/06 - Sealings between relatively-stationary surfaces with solid packing compressed between sealing surfaces

100.

TOOTHED CABLE AND TOOTHED CABLE GUIDE DEVICE

      
Application Number JP2021047763
Publication Number 2022/138789
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-23
Publication Date 2022-06-30
Owner HI-LEX CORPORATION (Japan)
Inventor
  • Imagawa, Takuma
  • Mieda, Shuhei
  • Nishimura, Atsushi

Abstract

This toothed cable (2) is provided with a cable body (21) and a cap (22) disposed at the tip of the cable body (21). The cap (22) is provided with an approximately conical tip (221) and an approximately cylindrical body (222) disposed at the base end of the tip (221). When moving in the curved guide path (50) of a guide member (5) from the side of the cap (22) towards the side of the cable body (21), the cap (22) of the toothed cable (2) moves so as to slide on the outside wall (502), and the toothed cable (2) is configured so as to suppress the angle θ at which the cap (22) sways due to the end region (214) on the cap (22) side of the cable body (21) contacting the inside wall (501) of the guide member (5) when the cap (22) of the toothed cable (2) slides on the edge (5021) of a recess (5020) of the guide member (5). With this configuration, when the cap provided on the end of the toothed cable moves guided by the guide member, the knocking sound occurring when the cap collides with the guide member is suppressed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 1/26 - Construction of guiding-sheathings or guiding-tubes
  • F16H 19/04 - Gearings comprising essentially only toothed gears or friction members and not capable of conveying indefinitely-continuing rotary motion for interconverting rotary motion and reciprocating motion comprising a rack
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