Patent ID: 6904717
Filing Date: 2005-06-14
Classification: B60J,E05B,E05D,E05F,E05Y,F16D

Abstract:
1. A method for controlling movement of a moveable member, the method comprising the steps of: selectively driving the moveable member in either a first direction or in a second direction opposite from the first direction in response to actuation of a reversible electric motor; generating at least one motion input signal corresponding to the movement of the moveable member along a fixed path of travel with at least on sensor positioned between the reversible electric motor and the moveable member, the at least one sensor located on a clutch positioned between the reversible electric motor and the moveable member; and selectively actuating the reversible electric motor with control means for controlling the movement of the moveable member responsive to the at least one input signal in accordance with a control program.