EP3405633B1 - External opening control of a motor vehicle - Google Patents

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EP3405633B1
EP3405633B1 EP16826425.7A EP16826425A EP3405633B1 EP 3405633 B1 EP3405633 B1 EP 3405633B1 EP 16826425 A EP16826425 A EP 16826425A EP 3405633 B1 EP3405633 B1 EP 3405633B1
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Brice ALRIC
Yves Teston
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B85/00—Details of vehicle locks not provided for in groups E05B77/00 - E05B83/00
    • E05B85/10—Handles
    • E05B85/103—Handles creating a completely closed wing surface
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B15/00—Other details of locks; Parts for engagement by bolts of fastening devices
    • E05B15/0046—Ratchet mechanisms
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B77/00—Vehicle locks characterised by special functions or purposes
    • E05B77/42—Means for damping the movement of lock parts, e.g. slowing down the return movement of a handle
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B81/00—Power-actuated vehicle locks
    • E05B81/24—Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by constructional features of the actuator or the power transmission
    • E05B81/26—Output elements
    • E05B81/28—Linearly reciprocating elements
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B81/00—Power-actuated vehicle locks
    • E05B81/24—Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by constructional features of the actuator or the power transmission
    • E05B81/26—Output elements
    • E05B81/30—Rotary elements
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B81/00—Power-actuated vehicle locks
    • E05B81/24—Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by constructional features of the actuator or the power transmission
    • E05B81/32—Details of the actuator transmission
    • E05B81/34—Details of the actuator transmission of geared transmissions
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B85/00—Details of vehicle locks not provided for in groups E05B77/00 - E05B83/00
    • E05B85/10—Handles
    • E05B85/107—Pop-out handles, e.g. sliding outwardly before rotation
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B81/00—Power-actuated vehicle locks
    • E05B81/24—Power-actuated vehicle locks characterised by constructional features of the actuator or the power transmission
    • E05B81/32—Details of the actuator transmission
    • E05B81/46—Clutches

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  • the invention relates to an opening control with the handle of an opening leaf. More specifically, the invention proposes an opening command with motorized deployment.
  • the invention also relates to an opening with an opening control, the handle of which is flush with the external surface of the opening.
  • the invention also relates to a motor vehicle provided with an exterior opening control of an opening.
  • a handle for controlling the opening of a motor vehicle door may be of the flush type.
  • a handle has an exterior surface at the exterior surface of the door, so that it does not show a grip. It must be previously released, or deployed, before it can be entered by a user. This outward pivoting movement is driven by a motor controlling the outlet and storage of the handle.
  • the document WO2012 / 021782 A2 discloses a handle for a vehicle door. In the retracted position, the handle is flush with the exterior surface of the door. It is driven by a motor between the stored position and an extended position where a user can manipulate it in order to open the corresponding door.
  • a drive mechanism connects the handle to the motor.
  • the mechanism includes a connecting rod and a spring. It compresses when the motor causes the handle to deploy, but the latter remains blocked in the retracted position. This arrangement has the advantage of not damaging the engine of the vehicle despite the blockage.
  • the security of such a solution is limited. Indeed during the closing movement, the handle can trap the user's fingers. The latter may be injured. This generates a fear of the user, hence an anxiety-provoking effect detrimental to the perceived quality of the vehicle.
  • the invention aims to solve at least one of the problems posed by the prior art.
  • the invention also aims to improve the security of a Motorized handle for opening. Furthermore, the invention relates to a simple and compact solution.
  • the subject of the invention is an assembly for opening the window, in particular for a vehicle door, the assembly comprising: a support; a handle which is movable at least between a retracted position, and a deployed position relative to the support in order to be manipulated by a user; an actuator movable in a direction of deployment so as to drive the handle towards its deployed position, and movable in a direction of retraction; remarkable in that it further comprises a one-way coupling system from the handle to the actuator, the system being configured so that in the direction of deployment the actuator drives the handle, and in the direction of retraction the actuator is uncoupled from the handle.
  • the assembly also includes return means configured to move the handle to its retracted position, and means for damping the movement of the handle to its retracted position.
  • the damping means are arranged inside the one-way coupling system.
  • the invention also relates to a vehicle opening comprising an assembly, remarkable in that the assembly is in accordance with the invention, optionally the opening and the handle comprise pivot axes which are substantially parallel.
  • the subject of the invention is also a vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, comprising an opening element with an opening opening control assembly, which can be removed in that the assembly conforms to the invention, possibly the handle comprises a first external surface. with a contour, and the opening comprises a second external surface which is tangent to the first surface over the entire contour.
  • the invention improves the security of an opening control handle of a motor vehicle door. Indeed, the closing kinematics of the handle becomes independent of that of the actuator. The handle position is decoupled from the actuator configuration. The latter can become simpler, more economical; just like its control circuit.
  • the handle retraction torque becomes lower than the opening torque thanks to the one-way coupling system. Also, the retraction movement of the handle may be slower, smoother than that of deployment. This eliminates the anxiety-inducing effect despite rapid deployment. In addition, the decoupling allows the handle to be pulled further to unlock the opening; without acting against the actuator.
  • the invention maintains the grip between the actuator and the handle, so that the actuator manages to open the handle even in the event of slight blocking of the handle.
  • the invention provides a compact assembly.
  • the transmission system and the damping means can be integrated in a ring forming a connection between the rods. At the same time, reliability and mass are optimized. In addition ; assembly, inspection, and supply costs decrease.
  • the figure 1 represents an opening 1 provided with a pivoting handle 4.
  • the opening 1 can be a opening 1 of a vehicle (not shown), in particular of a motor vehicle. However, other applications are possible.
  • the opening 1 may correspond to a door for a passenger, or even to a trunk flap.
  • a window can translate into the opening 1, and possibly sweep the handle 4.
  • the handle 4 is that of an opening control of the opening, for example an external control.
  • the opening control may include a device for locking and unlocking (not shown) the opening, which is controlled by the actuation of the handle 4.
  • the control can engage with a keeper (not shown) secured to the body of the vehicle.
  • the handle is an interior control handle, that is to say arranged in the passenger compartment of the vehicle.
  • the handle 4 can be integrated into the outer surface 6 of the opening 1. Its outline 5 follows the outer surface 6. A constant clearance separates the handle 4 from the outer surface 6 of the opening all along the outline 5. Thus , the continuity of the outer surface 6 is generally preserved and the presence of the handle 4 is more discreet. This improves the perceived quality.
  • the figure 2 represents a section of the opening 1 and of the handle 4 illustrated in figure 1 .
  • the cut is made along the axis 2-2 traced on the figure 1 .
  • the handle 4 is shown in solid lines when it is in the retracted position in the opening 1, or the rest position; and in dotted lines in the deployed position, or operational position, where the handle projects relative to the outer surface 6 of the opening 1.
  • This deployed position can be a first deployed position.
  • the handle can be moved into a second deployed position (shown in dashed lines) following manipulation by a user. This other movement may correspond to an unlocking movement of the associated opening 1.
  • the first deployed position can be between the second deployed position and the retracted position.
  • the outer surface 8 of the handle 4 is flush with the outer surface 6 of the opening 1.
  • This type of mounting is also designated by the Anglo-Saxon term "flush”.
  • the opening 1 has a pocket 10 housing the handle 4 in the retracted position.
  • the pocket can be formed by a stirrup (not shown) to which the handle 4 is hinged.
  • the stirrup can form a support for the handle 4 in order to link it to the opening.
  • the handle 4 can be completely disposed in the pocket 10 in the retracted position.
  • the periphery of the pocket 10 is tangent to the exterior surface of the handle over its entire perimeter.
  • the exterior surfaces may have surface continuity, so that the handle is integrated into the general exterior surface of the door. In the deployed position, the handle 4 projects relative to the opening 1.
  • the handle 4 may have a vertical pivot axis 12. This axis 12 can be parallel to that of the opening 1.
  • the handle 4 can be connected to the opening 1 using a set of connecting rods or levers, so that its instantaneous center of rotation describes a curve . Since the handle 4 is integrated in the opening 1 so as to limit its grip from the outside when it is in the retracted position, an actuator 14 makes it possible to remove it from its pocket 10 so that it can be manipulated by a user.
  • the actuator 14 is advantageously rigidly connected to the opening 1 and contained in its thickness.
  • return means (not shown) are provided. They can be at the pivot axis 12. Alternatively, they can be at a distance. In this configuration, they can be hung on the sash and the handle.
  • the return means may include an elastic element, such as a spring.
  • the handle is a handle movable in translation.
  • the actuator can take out the handle by translating it perpendicular to the outer surface of the door.
  • the unlocking movement of the opening can also be a translational movement.
  • the figure 3 shows an assembly for opening control of the opening according to a first embodiment of the invention.
  • the opening (not shown for clarity) and the associated elements may correspond to those of the figure 1 .
  • the assembly is shown from the front, for example from inside the vehicle.
  • the actuator 14 can be electric. Alternatively, it can use another energy, such as compressed air.
  • the actuator 14 is here of the rotary type. Its pivot axis 15 can be offset relative to that of the handle 4.
  • the actuator 14 is movable in two directions, between at least two positions. In the deployment direction, it drives the handle 4 to its deployed position, where it itself occupies a deployed position. The actuator 14 can be moved in a direction of retraction which authorizes the retraction of the handle 4 in the opening.
  • the assembly includes a one-way coupling system 16, also called a one-way transmission system.
  • the system 16 may include a freewheel mechanism. This type of mechanism is well known to those skilled in the art.
  • the system 16 may include a mechanism with a pawl placed inside a ring gear. In one direction of rotation the pawl allows the rotation of the external crown, in the other direction the pawl abuts against the internal teeth of the toothed crown so as to stop the rotation.
  • the system 16 may include a mechanism with balls or rollers placed in a ramp hub. In one direction of rotation the balls or rollers come out of the ramps so as to block an external crown, in the other direction the crown is free to rotate.
  • the coupling system 16 is placed between the handle 4 and the actuator 14. It is connected to each of them. Depending on the direction of rotation of the actuator 14, it may or may not communicate the movements of the actuator 14 to the handle 4.
  • the coupling system 16 thus forms a selective transmission, unidirectional. Through this, the actuator 14 manages to take out the handle 4, then the coupling system 16 releases them from one another. The actuator 14 can then perform its return movement alone. Since the actuator 14 is only engaged with the handle 4 during deployment, the risk of injuring the user's fingers during retraction is eliminated.
  • the handle 4 and the actuator 14 can be connected using a set of levers, for example with a first lever 18 secured to the handle 4, and a second lever 20 secured to the actuator 14. These levers (18; 20) can be parallel.
  • the pivot axes (12; 15) are arranged at the ends of the second lever 20, so that the first axis 12 is movable.
  • a first rod 22 and a second rod 24, which are respectively integral with the handle 4 and the actuator 14, also make it possible to connect the handle 4 to the actuator 14.
  • the rods (22; 24) are coaxial and between the levers (18; 20). They are arranged on either side of the coupling system 16, so that they can sometimes be kinematically linked, sometimes free to rotate relative to each other as a function of the direction of rotation of the actuator 14. In the direction of deployment of the actuator, the rods and the levers are rigidly linked to each other. During retraction the levers pivot relative to each other.
  • damping means 26 are provided to slow the return of the handle 4.
  • the damping means 26 are calibrated depending on the mechanical action of the return means, and the desired return time to reduce the anxiety-causing effect of the handle 4.
  • the damping means 26 can comprise a braking fluid, for example a viscous fluid generating resistance during a relative rotation between the handle 4 and the actuator 14.
  • the fluid can be in contact with the pawl or the rollers of the system d 'coupling 16.
  • the damping means 26 may include friction surfaces cooperating so as to oppose the relative rotation between the handle 4 and the actuator 14. They may be sets of rotor and stator discs, arranged like a clutch. At least one of the friction surfaces may be a surface of the coupling system.
  • the assembly includes a housing 28 forming a chamber receiving at least the coupling system 16 and optionally the damping means 26.
  • the pivot axis 12 of the handle 4 can pass through the coupling system 16 and / or the damping means 26.
  • the damping means 26 are engaged with the first rod 22 and with the first lever 18.
  • the coupling system 16 forms a separation between the rods (22; 24).
  • the damping means can be remote from the coupling system. They can be in contact with the first lever, and / or the handle.
  • the second lever can be a toothed cam driving a pinion formed on the second rod.
  • the figure 4 shows the assembly for opening control according to the second embodiment of the invention.
  • the opening (not shown for clarity) and the associated elements may correspond to those of the figure 1 .
  • This figure 4 uses the numbering of the previous figures for identical or similar elements, the number being however incremented by 100. Specific numbers are used for the elements specific to this embodiment.
  • the actuator 114 can be linear. It may include a slide 130 movable in translation relative to the body of the actuator. This slide 130 can cooperate with the second rod 124. The latter can have a pinion 132 driven in rotation by the teeth of a rack formed on the slide 130. According to an alternative of the invention, the slide can comprise a pusher driving in rotation a cam formed in place of the pinion.
  • the first rod 122 can be directly in contact with the handle 104.
  • the rods (22; 24) can be articulated in rotation relative to the opening, and fixed in translation.
  • the pivot axis 112 of the handle 104 may be common with that of the second rod 124.
  • figure 5 present in top view the assembly according to the second embodiment of the invention as presented in figure 4 .
  • the coupling system 116 is disposed between the handle 104 and the actuator 114.
  • the first rod 122 is flush with the handle 104. It is at a distance from the slide 130, the profile of the teeth of which is visible here.
  • the translation T of the slide 130 allows pivoting P of the handle 104 by at least 30 °, which allows it to be removed sufficiently from its opening for a user to handle it. Depending on the travel of the slide 130, it is possible to pivot the handle 104 by 90 °.

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L'invention a trait à une commande d'ouverture à poignée d'un ouvrant. Plus précisément, l'invention propose une commande d'ouverture à déploiement motorisé. L'invention aborde également un ouvrant avec une commande d'ouverture dont la poignée affleure la surface extérieure de l'ouvrant. L'invention concerne également un véhicule automobile muni d'une commande d'ouverture extérieure d'un ouvrant.The invention relates to an opening control with the handle of an opening leaf. More specifically, the invention proposes an opening command with motorized deployment. The invention also relates to an opening with an opening control, the handle of which is flush with the external surface of the opening. The invention also relates to a motor vehicle provided with an exterior opening control of an opening.

Pour des raisons esthétiques et aérodynamiques, une poignée de commande d'ouverture d'une porte de véhicule automobile peut être de type affleurant. Une telle poignée présente une surface extérieure au niveau de la surface extérieure de la porte, si bien qu'elle ne montre pas de prise. Elle doit être préalablement sortie, ou déployée, pour pouvoir être saisie par un utilisateur. Ce mouvement de pivotement vers l'extérieur est entraîné par un moteur pilotant la sortie et le rangement de la poignée.For aesthetic and aerodynamic reasons, a handle for controlling the opening of a motor vehicle door may be of the flush type. Such a handle has an exterior surface at the exterior surface of the door, so that it does not show a grip. It must be previously released, or deployed, before it can be entered by a user. This outward pivoting movement is driven by a motor controlling the outlet and storage of the handle.

Les documents DE102013112706 et DE102008030580 divulguent des poignées rétractables de porte de véhicule.The documents DE102013112706 and DE102008030580 disclose retractable vehicle door handles.

Le document WO2012/021782 A2 divulgue une poignée pour porte de véhicule. En position rétractée, la poignée affleure la surface extérieure de la porte. Elle est entrainée par un moteur entre position rangée et une position sortie où un utilisateur peut la manipuler afin d'ouvrir la porte correspondante. Un mécanisme d'entraînement relie la poignée au moteur. Le mécanisme comprend une bielle et un ressort. Celui-ci se comprime lorsque le moteur provoque le déploiement de la poignée, mais que cette dernière reste bloquée en position rétractée. Cette disposition offre l'avantage de ne pas endommager le moteur du véhicule malgré le blocage.The document WO2012 / 021782 A2 discloses a handle for a vehicle door. In the retracted position, the handle is flush with the exterior surface of the door. It is driven by a motor between the stored position and an extended position where a user can manipulate it in order to open the corresponding door. A drive mechanism connects the handle to the motor. The mechanism includes a connecting rod and a spring. It compresses when the motor causes the handle to deploy, but the latter remains blocked in the retracted position. This arrangement has the advantage of not damaging the engine of the vehicle despite the blockage.

Toutefois, la sécurité d'une telle solution est limitée. En effet lors du mouvement de fermeture, la poignée peut coincer les doigts de l'utilisateur. Ce dernier peut subir une blessure. Ceci génère une crainte de l'utilisateur, d'où un effet anxiogène néfaste à la qualité perçue du véhicule.However, the security of such a solution is limited. Indeed during the closing movement, the handle can trap the user's fingers. The latter may be injured. This generates a fear of the user, hence an anxiety-provoking effect detrimental to the perceived quality of the vehicle.

L'invention a pour objectif de résoudre au moins un des problèmes posés par l'art antérieur. L'invention a également pour objectif d'améliorer la sécurité d'une poignée motorisée pour ouvrant. Par ailleurs, l'invention vise une solution simple et compacte.The invention aims to solve at least one of the problems posed by the prior art. The invention also aims to improve the security of a Motorized handle for opening. Furthermore, the invention relates to a simple and compact solution.

L'invention a pour objet un ensemble pour commande d'ouverture d'ouvrant, notamment pour porte de véhicule, l'ensemble comprenant : un support ; une poignée qui est mobile au moins entre une position rétractée, et une position déployée par rapport au support afin d'être manipulée par un utilisateur; un actionneur mobile dans un sens de déploiement de manière à entraîner la poignée vers sa position déployée, et mobile dans un sens de rétraction; remarquable en ce qu'il comprend en outre un système d'accouplement à sens unique de la poignée à l'actionneur, le système étant configuré de sorte que dans le sens de déploiement l'actionneur entraîne la poignée, et dans le sens de rétraction l'actionneur est désaccouplé de la poignée. L'ensemble comprend aussi des moyens de rappel configurés pour déplacer la poignée vers sa position rétractée, et des moyens d'amortissement du déplacement de la poignée vers sa position rétractée. Selon l'invention, les moyens d'amortissement sont disposés à l'intérieur du système d'accouplement à sens unique.The subject of the invention is an assembly for opening the window, in particular for a vehicle door, the assembly comprising: a support; a handle which is movable at least between a retracted position, and a deployed position relative to the support in order to be manipulated by a user; an actuator movable in a direction of deployment so as to drive the handle towards its deployed position, and movable in a direction of retraction; remarkable in that it further comprises a one-way coupling system from the handle to the actuator, the system being configured so that in the direction of deployment the actuator drives the handle, and in the direction of retraction the actuator is uncoupled from the handle. The assembly also includes return means configured to move the handle to its retracted position, and means for damping the movement of the handle to its retracted position. According to the invention, the damping means are arranged inside the one-way coupling system.

Selon des modes particuliers de réalisation, l'ensemble peut comprendre une ou plusieurs des caractéristiques suivantes, prises isolément ou selon toutes les combinaisons techniques possibles qui sont définies dans les revendications.

  • La poignée comprend un allongement principal, l'ensemble comprenant un pivot articulant la poignée dont l'axe de pivotement est généralement perpendiculaire à l'allongement principal de la poignée.
  • L'ensemble comprend deux pivots ; dont un pivot fixe et un pivot mobile déporté par rapport au pivot fixe.
  • Le système d'accouplement à sens unique comprend un mécanisme de roue libre.
  • L'ensemble comprend une première tige solidaire de la poignée, et une deuxième tige en prise avec l'actionneur, le système d'accouplement joignant la première tige à la deuxième tige.
  • L'actionneur est un actionneur rotatif ou un actionneur linéaire.
  • La poignée comprend un premier levier, et l'actionneur comprend un deuxième levier, le système d'accouplement étant à l'interface entre lesdits leviers.
According to particular embodiments, the assembly may include one or more of the following characteristics, taken in isolation or according to all the possible technical combinations which are defined in the claims.
  • The handle comprises a main extension, the assembly comprising a pivot articulating the handle, the pivot axis of which is generally perpendicular to the main extension of the handle.
  • The set includes two pivots; including a fixed pivot and a movable pivot offset from the fixed pivot.
  • The one-way coupling system includes a freewheel mechanism.
  • The assembly includes a first rod secured to the handle, and a second rod engaged with the actuator, the coupling system joining the first rod to the second rod.
  • The actuator is a rotary actuator or a linear actuator.
  • The handle comprises a first lever, and the actuator comprises a second lever, the coupling system being at the interface between said levers.

L'ensemble peut aussi comprendre en autres variantes les caractéristiques suivantes :

  • Les moyens d'amortissement sont à dissipation d'énergie.
  • La commande d'ouverture est une commande extérieure.
  • La poignée est une poignée pivotante.
  • L'actionneur est apte à pivoter la poignée d'au moins 10°, ou d'au moins 25°, ou d'au moins 45°.
  • Les moyens d'amortissement s'opposent aux moyens de rappel
  • La poignée est mobile jusqu'à une position de déverrouillage, notamment de déverrouillage de l'ouvrant ; la position déployée étant entre la positon de déverrouillage et la position rétractée.
  • Le système comprend un boîtier dans lequel sont disposés les moyens d'amortissement et des éléments de blocage en rotation.
  • Le boîtier forme une bague autour de la jonction entre la première tige et la deuxième tige.
  • L'ensemble comprend au moins un pivot à distance de l'actionneur, éventuellement en liaison avec la poignée.
  • L'actionneur linéaire comprend une crémaillère entrainant le système d'accouplement.
  • La deuxième tige comprend un pignon entraîné par l'actionneur, éventuellement par la crémaillère.
  • Les moyens de rappel comprennent un ressort, optionnellement accroché à la poignée ou au système de roue libre.
  • L'ensemble est configuré de sorte que les moyens d'amortissement soient inactifs dans le sens de déploiement de l'actionneur et/ou de la poignée.
  • Les moyens d'amortissement et le système d'accouplement sont coaxiaux.
The set can also include the following characteristics in other variants:
  • The damping means are energy dissipating.
  • The opening command is an external command.
  • The handle is a swivel handle.
  • The actuator is able to pivot the handle at least 10 °, or at least 25 °, or at least 45 °.
  • The means of amortization oppose the means of return
  • The handle is movable to an unlocking position, in particular for unlocking the opening; the deployed position being between the unlocking position and the retracted position.
  • The system comprises a housing in which the damping means and rotation locking elements are arranged.
  • The housing forms a ring around the junction between the first rod and the second rod.
  • The assembly includes at least one pivot remote from the actuator, possibly in connection with the handle.
  • The linear actuator comprises a rack driving the coupling system.
  • The second rod comprises a pinion driven by the actuator, possibly by the rack.
  • The return means comprise a spring, optionally attached to the handle or to the freewheel system.
  • The assembly is configured so that the damping means are inactive in the direction of deployment of the actuator and / or of the handle.
  • The damping means and the coupling system are coaxial.

L'invention a également pour objet un ouvrant de véhicule comprenant un ensemble, remarquable en ce que l'ensemble est conforme à l'invention, optionnellement l'ouvrant et la poignée comprennent des axes de pivotement sensiblement parallèles.The invention also relates to a vehicle opening comprising an assembly, remarkable in that the assembly is in accordance with the invention, optionally the opening and the handle comprise pivot axes which are substantially parallel.

L'invention a également pour objet un véhicule, notamment automobile, comprenant un ouvrant avec un ensemble de commande d'ouverture d'ouvrant, remraquable en ce que l'ensemble est conforme à l'invention, éventuellement la poignée comprend une première surface extérieure avec un contour, et l'ouvrant comprend une deuxième surface extérieure qui est tangente à la première surface sur tout le contour.The subject of the invention is also a vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, comprising an opening element with an opening opening control assembly, which can be removed in that the assembly conforms to the invention, possibly the handle comprises a first external surface. with a contour, and the opening comprises a second external surface which is tangent to the first surface over the entire contour.

L'invention améliore la sécurité d'une poignée de commande d'ouverture d'une portière de véhicule automobile. En effet, la cinématique de fermeture de la poignée devient indépendante de celle de l'actionneur. La position de la poignée est découplée de la configuration de l'actionneur. Ce dernier peut devenir plus simple, plus économique ; tout comme son circuit de commande.The invention improves the security of an opening control handle of a motor vehicle door. Indeed, the closing kinematics of the handle becomes independent of that of the actuator. The handle position is decoupled from the actuator configuration. The latter can become simpler, more economical; just like its control circuit.

Le couple de rétraction de la poignée devient inférieur au couple d'ouverture grâce au système d'accouplement à sens unique. Aussi, le mouvement de rétraction de la poignée peut être plus lent, plus doux que celui de déploiement. Ceci supprime l'effet anxiogène malgré un déploiement rapide. En sus, le découplage permet de tirer davantage la poignée pour déverrouiller l'ouvrant ; sans agir contre l'actionneur.The handle retraction torque becomes lower than the opening torque thanks to the one-way coupling system. Also, the retraction movement of the handle may be slower, smoother than that of deployment. This eliminates the anxiety-inducing effect despite rapid deployment. In addition, the decoupling allows the handle to be pulled further to unlock the opening; without acting against the actuator.

L'invention maintien la prise entre l'actionneur et la poignée, si bien que l'actionneur parvient à ouvrir la poignée même en cas de léger blocage de la poignée. L'invention offre un ensemble compact. Le système de transmission et les moyens d'amortissement peuvent être intégrés dans une bague formant une liaison entre les tiges. En parallèle, la fiabilité et la masse sont optimisées. En sus ; les coûts d'assemblage, de contrôle, et de fourniture diminuent.The invention maintains the grip between the actuator and the handle, so that the actuator manages to open the handle even in the event of slight blocking of the handle. The invention provides a compact assembly. The transmission system and the damping means can be integrated in a ring forming a connection between the rods. At the same time, reliability and mass are optimized. In addition ; assembly, inspection, and supply costs decrease.

D'autres caractéristiques et avantages de la présente invention seront mieux compris à l'aide de la description donnée à titre d'exemple et en référence aux dessins parmi lesquels :

  • La figure 1 présente un ouvrant avec une poignée selon l'invention.
  • La figure 2 présente une vue en coupe de l'ouvrant et de la poignée suivant un axe 2-2 tracé sur la figure 1.
  • La figure 3 illustre un ensemble pour commande d'ouverture d'ouvrant selon un premier mode de réalisation de l'invention.
  • La figure 4 est une vue de face d'un ensemble pour commande d'ouverture d'ouvrant selon un deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention.
  • La figure 5 est une vue du dessus de la poignée pivotante selon le deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention.
Other characteristics and advantages of the present invention will be better understood with the aid of the description given by way of example and with reference to the drawings among which:
  • The figure 1 has an opening with a handle according to the invention.
  • The figure 2 presents a sectional view of the opening and the handle along a 2-2 axis traced on the figure 1 .
  • The figure 3 illustrates an assembly for opening opening control according to a first embodiment of the invention.
  • The figure 4 is a front view of an assembly for opening opening control according to a second embodiment of the invention.
  • The figure 5 is a top view of the pivoting handle according to the second embodiment of the invention.

La figure 1 représente un ouvrant 1 muni d'une poignée pivotante 4. L'ouvrant 1 peut être un ouvrant 1 de véhicule (non représenté), notamment d'un véhicule automobile. Toutefois, d'autres applications sont envisageables.The figure 1 represents an opening 1 provided with a pivoting handle 4. The opening 1 can be a opening 1 of a vehicle (not shown), in particular of a motor vehicle. However, other applications are possible.

L'ouvrant 1 peut correspondre à une portière pour un passager, ou encore à un volet de coffre. Une vitre peut translater dans l'ouvrant 1, et éventuellement balayer la poignée 4. La poignée 4 est celle d'une commande d'ouverture de l'ouvrant, par exemple une commande extérieure. La commande d'ouverture peut comprendre un dispositif de verrouillage et de déverrouillage (non représenté) de l'ouvrant, qui est commandé par l'actionnement de la poignée 4. La commande peut engager avec une gâche (non représenté) solidaire de la caisse du véhicule. Suivant une alternative de l'invention, la poignée est une poignée de commande intérieure, c'est-à-dire disposée dans l'habitacle du véhicule.The opening 1 may correspond to a door for a passenger, or even to a trunk flap. A window can translate into the opening 1, and possibly sweep the handle 4. The handle 4 is that of an opening control of the opening, for example an external control. The opening control may include a device for locking and unlocking (not shown) the opening, which is controlled by the actuation of the handle 4. The control can engage with a keeper (not shown) secured to the body of the vehicle. According to an alternative of the invention, the handle is an interior control handle, that is to say arranged in the passenger compartment of the vehicle.

La poignée 4 peut être intégrée dans la surface extérieure 6 de l'ouvrant 1. Son contour 5 épouse la surface extérieure 6. Un jeu constant sépare la poignée 4 de la surface extérieure 6 de l'ouvrant tout le long du contour 5. Ainsi, la continuité de la surface extérieure 6 est généralement préservée et la présence de la poignée 4 est plus discrète. Ceci améliore la qualité perçue.The handle 4 can be integrated into the outer surface 6 of the opening 1. Its outline 5 follows the outer surface 6. A constant clearance separates the handle 4 from the outer surface 6 of the opening all along the outline 5. Thus , the continuity of the outer surface 6 is generally preserved and the presence of the handle 4 is more discreet. This improves the perceived quality.

La figure 2 représente une coupe de l'ouvrant 1 et de la poignée 4 illustrés en figure 1. La coupe est effectuée selon l'axe 2-2 tracé sur la figure 1.The figure 2 represents a section of the opening 1 and of the handle 4 illustrated in figure 1 . The cut is made along the axis 2-2 traced on the figure 1 .

La poignée 4 est représentée en trait continu lorsqu'elle est en position rétractée dans l'ouvrant 1, ou position de repos ; et en traits pointillés en position déployée, ou position opérationnelle, où la poignée fait saillie par rapport à la surface extérieure 6 de l'ouvrant 1. Cette position déployée peut être une première position déployée. Optionnellement, la poignée peut être déplacée dans une deuxième position déployée (représentée en traits mixtes) suite à une manipulation d'un utilisateur. Cet autre mouvement peut correspondre à un mouvement de déverrouillage de l'ouvrant 1 associé. La première position déployée peut être entre la deuxième position déployée et la position rétractée.The handle 4 is shown in solid lines when it is in the retracted position in the opening 1, or the rest position; and in dotted lines in the deployed position, or operational position, where the handle projects relative to the outer surface 6 of the opening 1. This deployed position can be a first deployed position. Optionally, the handle can be moved into a second deployed position (shown in dashed lines) following manipulation by a user. This other movement may correspond to an unlocking movement of the associated opening 1. The first deployed position can be between the second deployed position and the retracted position.

La surface extérieure 8 de la poignée 4 affleure la surface extérieure 6 de l'ouvrant 1. Ce type de montage est également désigné par le terme anglo-saxon « flush ». A cet effet, l'ouvrant 1 présente une poche 10 logeant la poignée 4 en position réctractée. La poche peut être formée par un étrier (non représenté) auquel est articulée la poignée 4. L'étrier peut former un support pour la poignée 4 en vue de la lier à l'ouvrant. La poignée 4 peut être totalement disposée dans la poche 10 en position rétractée. Le pourtour de la poche 10 est tangent à la surface extérieure de la poignée sur tout son périmètre. Les surfaces extérieures peuvent présenter une continuité de surface, si bien que la poignée est intégrée dans la surface extérieure générale de l'ouvrant. En position déployée, la poignée 4 fait saillie par rapport à l'ouvrant 1.The outer surface 8 of the handle 4 is flush with the outer surface 6 of the opening 1. This type of mounting is also designated by the Anglo-Saxon term "flush". To this end, the opening 1 has a pocket 10 housing the handle 4 in the retracted position. The pocket can be formed by a stirrup (not shown) to which the handle 4 is hinged. The stirrup can form a support for the handle 4 in order to link it to the opening. The handle 4 can be completely disposed in the pocket 10 in the retracted position. The periphery of the pocket 10 is tangent to the exterior surface of the handle over its entire perimeter. The exterior surfaces may have surface continuity, so that the handle is integrated into the general exterior surface of the door. In the deployed position, the handle 4 projects relative to the opening 1.

La poignée 4 peut être à axe de pivotement 12 vertical. Cet axe 12 peut être parallèle à celui de l'ouvrant 1. La poignée 4 peut être reliée à l'ouvrant 1 à l'aide d'un jeu de bielles ou de leviers, si bien que son centre instantané de rotation décrit une courbe. Puisque la poignée 4 est intégrée dans l'ouvrant 1 de sorte à limiter sa prise depuis l'extérieur lorsqu'elle est en position rétractée, un actionneur 14 permet de la sortir de sa poche 10 afin de pouvoir être manipulée par un utilisateur. L'actionneur 14 est avantageusement rigidement lié à l'ouvrant 1 et contenu dans son épaisseur.The handle 4 may have a vertical pivot axis 12. This axis 12 can be parallel to that of the opening 1. The handle 4 can be connected to the opening 1 using a set of connecting rods or levers, so that its instantaneous center of rotation describes a curve . Since the handle 4 is integrated in the opening 1 so as to limit its grip from the outside when it is in the retracted position, an actuator 14 makes it possible to remove it from its pocket 10 so that it can be manipulated by a user. The actuator 14 is advantageously rigidly connected to the opening 1 and contained in its thickness.

Pour permettre le retour de la poignée 4 dans la poche, des moyens de rappel (non représentés) sont prévus. Ils peuvent être au niveau de l'axe de pivotement 12. Alternativement, ils peuvent en être à distance. Dans cette configuration, ils peuvent être accrochés à l'ouvrant et à la poignée. Les moyens de rappel peuvent comprendre un élément élastique, tel un ressort.To allow the return of the handle 4 in the pocket, return means (not shown) are provided. They can be at the pivot axis 12. Alternatively, they can be at a distance. In this configuration, they can be hung on the sash and the handle. The return means may include an elastic element, such as a spring.

Suivant une variante de l'invention, la poignée est une poignée mobile en translation. L'actionneur peut sortir la poignée en la translatant perpendiculairement à la surface extérieure de l'ouvrant. Le mouvement de déverrouillage de l'ouvrant peut également être un mouvement de translation.According to a variant of the invention, the handle is a handle movable in translation. The actuator can take out the handle by translating it perpendicular to the outer surface of the door. The unlocking movement of the opening can also be a translational movement.

La figure 3 représente un ensemble pour commande d'ouverture de l'ouvrant selon un premier mode de réalisation de l'invention. L'ouvrant (non représenté par soucis de clarté) et les éléments associés peuvent correspondre à ceux de la figure 1. L'ensemble est représentée de face, par exemple depuis l'intérieur du véhicule.The figure 3 shows an assembly for opening control of the opening according to a first embodiment of the invention. The opening (not shown for clarity) and the associated elements may correspond to those of the figure 1 . The assembly is shown from the front, for example from inside the vehicle.

L'actionneur 14 peut être électrique. Suivant une alternative, il peut employer une autre énergie, tel de l'air comprimé. L'actionneur 14 est ici du type rotatif. Son axe de pivotement 15 peut être déporté par rapport à celui de la poignée 4. L'actionneur 14 est mobile dans deux sens, entre au moins deux positions. Dans le sens de déploiement, il entraîne la poignée 4 jusqu'à sa position déployée, où il occupe lui-même une position déployée. L'actionneur 14 peut être déplacé dans un sens de rétraction qui autorise la rétraction de la poignée 4 dans l'ouvrant.The actuator 14 can be electric. Alternatively, it can use another energy, such as compressed air. The actuator 14 is here of the rotary type. Its pivot axis 15 can be offset relative to that of the handle 4. The actuator 14 is movable in two directions, between at least two positions. In the deployment direction, it drives the handle 4 to its deployed position, where it itself occupies a deployed position. The actuator 14 can be moved in a direction of retraction which authorizes the retraction of the handle 4 in the opening.

L'ensemble comporte un système d'accouplement 16 à sens unique, également appelé système de transmission à sens unique. Le système 16 peut comporter un mécanisme de roue libre. Ce type de mécanisme est bien connu de l'homme du métier. Le système 16 peut inclure un mécanisme avec un cliquet placé à l'intérieur d'une couronne dentée. Dans un sens de rotation le cliquet autorise la rotation de la couronne externe, dans l'autre sens le cliquet bute contre les dents internes de la couronne dentée de sorte à en stopper la rotation. Ou encore, le système 16 peut comporter un mécanisme avec des billes ou des rouleaux placés dans un moyeu à rampes. Dans un sens de rotation les billes ou les rouleaux sortent des rampes de sorte à bloquer une couronne externe, dans l'autre sens la couronne est libre en rotation.The assembly includes a one-way coupling system 16, also called a one-way transmission system. The system 16 may include a freewheel mechanism. This type of mechanism is well known to those skilled in the art. The system 16 may include a mechanism with a pawl placed inside a ring gear. In one direction of rotation the pawl allows the rotation of the external crown, in the other direction the pawl abuts against the internal teeth of the toothed crown so as to stop the rotation. Alternatively, the system 16 may include a mechanism with balls or rollers placed in a ramp hub. In one direction of rotation the balls or rollers come out of the ramps so as to block an external crown, in the other direction the crown is free to rotate.

Le système d'accouplement 16 est placé entre la poigné 4 et l'actionneur 14. Il est en liaison avec chacun d'eux. Suivant le sens de rotation de l'actionneur 14, il communique ou non les mouvements de l'actionneur 14 à la poignée 4. Le système d'accouplement 16 forme ainsi une transmission sélective, unidirectionnelle. Par ce biais, l'actionneur 14 parvient à sortir la poignée 4, puis le système d'accouplement 16 les libère l'un de l'autre. L'actionneur 14 peut alors effectuer seul son mouvement de retour. Puisque l'actionneur 14 est uniquement en prise avec la poignée 4 lors du déploiement, le risque de blesser les doigts de l'utilisateur lors de la rétraction est supprimé.The coupling system 16 is placed between the handle 4 and the actuator 14. It is connected to each of them. Depending on the direction of rotation of the actuator 14, it may or may not communicate the movements of the actuator 14 to the handle 4. The coupling system 16 thus forms a selective transmission, unidirectional. Through this, the actuator 14 manages to take out the handle 4, then the coupling system 16 releases them from one another. The actuator 14 can then perform its return movement alone. Since the actuator 14 is only engaged with the handle 4 during deployment, the risk of injuring the user's fingers during retraction is eliminated.

La poignée 4 et l'actionneur 14 peuvent être reliés à l'aide d'un jeu de leviers, par exemple avec un premier levier 18 solidaire de la poigné 4, et d'un deuxième levier 20 solidaire de l'actionneur 14. Ces leviers (18 ; 20) peuvent être parallèles. Les axes de pivotement (12 ; 15) sont disposés aux extrémités du deuxième levier 20, si bien que le premier axe 12 est mobile. En complément une première tige 22 et une deuxième tige 24, qui sont respectivement solidaires de la poigné 4 et de l'actionneur 14, permettent encore de relier la poignée 4 à l'actionneur 14. Les tiges (22 ; 24) sont coaxiales et entre les leviers (18 ; 20). Elles sont disposées de part et d'autre du système d'accouplement 16, de manière à pouvoir être tantôt cinématiquement liées, tantôt libres en rotation l'une par rapport à l'autre en fonction du sens de rotation de l'actionneur 14. Dans le sens de déploiement de l'actionneur, les tiges et les leviers sont rigidement liés les uns aux autres. Lors de la rétraction les leviers pivotent l'un par rapport à l'autre.The handle 4 and the actuator 14 can be connected using a set of levers, for example with a first lever 18 secured to the handle 4, and a second lever 20 secured to the actuator 14. These levers (18; 20) can be parallel. The pivot axes (12; 15) are arranged at the ends of the second lever 20, so that the first axis 12 is movable. In addition, a first rod 22 and a second rod 24, which are respectively integral with the handle 4 and the actuator 14, also make it possible to connect the handle 4 to the actuator 14. The rods (22; 24) are coaxial and between the levers (18; 20). They are arranged on either side of the coupling system 16, so that they can sometimes be kinematically linked, sometimes free to rotate relative to each other as a function of the direction of rotation of the actuator 14. In the direction of deployment of the actuator, the rods and the levers are rigidly linked to each other. During retraction the levers pivot relative to each other.

Dans la mesure où la poignée 4 est soumise aux moyens de rappel (non représentés) lorsque l'actionneur 14 est rétracté, des moyens d'amortissement 26 sont prévus pour ralentir le retour de la poignée 4. Les moyens d'amortissement 26 sont calibrés en fonction de l'action mécanique des moyens de rappel, et du temps de retour souhaité pour diminuer l'effet anxiogène de la poignée 4.Insofar as the handle 4 is subjected to the return means (not shown) when the actuator 14 is retracted, damping means 26 are provided to slow the return of the handle 4. The damping means 26 are calibrated depending on the mechanical action of the return means, and the desired return time to reduce the anxiety-causing effect of the handle 4.

Les moyens d'amortissement 26 peuvent comprendre un fluide freinant, par exemple un fluide visqueux générant une résistance lors d'une rotation relative entre la poignée 4 et l'actionneur 14. Le fluide peut être en contact du cliquet ou des rouleaux du système d'accouplement 16. Alternativement ou en complément, les moyens d'amortissement 26 peuvent comprendre des surfaces de frottement coopérant de sorte à s'opposer à la rotation relative entre la poignée 4 et l'actionneur 14. Il peut s'agir de jeux de disques de rotor et de stator, disposés à la manière d'un embrayage. Au moins une des surfaces de frottement peut être une surface du système d'accouplement. Ainsi, il est possible d'intégrer les moyens d'amortissement 26 dans le système d'accouplement 16. Avantageusement, l'ensemble comporte un boîtier 28 formant une chambre recevant au moins le système d'accouplement 16 et optionnellement les moyens d'amortissement 26.The damping means 26 can comprise a braking fluid, for example a viscous fluid generating resistance during a relative rotation between the handle 4 and the actuator 14. The fluid can be in contact with the pawl or the rollers of the system d 'coupling 16. Alternatively or in addition, the damping means 26 may include friction surfaces cooperating so as to oppose the relative rotation between the handle 4 and the actuator 14. They may be sets of rotor and stator discs, arranged like a clutch. At least one of the friction surfaces may be a surface of the coupling system. Thus, it is possible to integrate the damping means 26 into the coupling system 16. Advantageously, the assembly includes a housing 28 forming a chamber receiving at least the coupling system 16 and optionally the damping means 26.

L'axe de pivotement 12 de la poignée 4 peut traverser le système d'accouplement 16 et/ou les moyens d'amortissement 26. Les moyens d'amortissement 26 sont en prise avec la première tige 22 et avec le premier levier 18. Le système d'accouplement 16 forme une séparation entre les tiges (22 ; 24).The pivot axis 12 of the handle 4 can pass through the coupling system 16 and / or the damping means 26. The damping means 26 are engaged with the first rod 22 and with the first lever 18. The coupling system 16 forms a separation between the rods (22; 24).

Suivant une alternative non-conforme de l'invention, les moyens d'amortissement peuvent être à distance du système d'accouplement. Ils peuvent être en contact du premier levier, et/ou de la poignée. Suivant une autre alternative, le deuxième levier peut être une came dentée entraînant un pignon formé sur la deuxième tige.According to a non-conforming alternative of the invention, the damping means can be remote from the coupling system. They can be in contact with the first lever, and / or the handle. According to another alternative, the second lever can be a toothed cam driving a pinion formed on the second rod.

La figure 4 représente l'ensemble pour commande d'ouverture selon le deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention. L'ouvrant (non représenté par soucis de clarté) et les éléments associés peuvent correspondre à ceux de la figure 1. Cette figure 4 reprend la numérotation des figures précédentes pour les éléments identiques ou similaires, la numération étant toutefois incrémentée de 100. Des numéros spécifiques sont utilisés pour les éléments spécifiques à ce mode de réalisation.The figure 4 shows the assembly for opening control according to the second embodiment of the invention. The opening (not shown for clarity) and the associated elements may correspond to those of the figure 1 . This figure 4 uses the numbering of the previous figures for identical or similar elements, the number being however incremented by 100. Specific numbers are used for the elements specific to this embodiment.

L'actionneur 114 peut être linéaire. Il peut comprendre une coulisse 130 mobile en translation par rapport au corps de l'actionneur. Cette coulisse 130 peut coopérer avec la deuxième tige 124. Cette dernière peut présenter un pignon 132 entraîné en rotation par la denture d'une crémaillère formée sur la coulisse 130. Suivant une alternative de l'invention, la coulisse peut comprendre un poussoir entraînant en rotation une came formée à la place du pignon.The actuator 114 can be linear. It may include a slide 130 movable in translation relative to the body of the actuator. This slide 130 can cooperate with the second rod 124. The latter can have a pinion 132 driven in rotation by the teeth of a rack formed on the slide 130. According to an alternative of the invention, the slide can comprise a pusher driving in rotation a cam formed in place of the pinion.

La première tige 122 peut être directement en contact de la poignée 104. Les tiges (22 ; 24) peuvent être articulées en rotation par rapport à l'ouvrant, et fixes en translation. L'axe de pivotement 112 de la poignée 104 peut être commun avec celui de la deuxième tige 124.The first rod 122 can be directly in contact with the handle 104. The rods (22; 24) can be articulated in rotation relative to the opening, and fixed in translation. The pivot axis 112 of the handle 104 may be common with that of the second rod 124.

La figure 5 présente en vue de dessus l'essemble selon le deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention tel que présenté en figure 4.The figure 5 present in top view the assembly according to the second embodiment of the invention as presented in figure 4 .

Le système d'accouplement 116 est disposé entre la poignée 104 et l'actionneur 114. La première tige 122 affleure la poignée 104. Elle est à distance de la coulisse 130 dont le profil de la denture est ici visible. La translation T de la coulisse 130 permet un pivotement P de la poignée 104 d'au moins 30°, ce qui permet de la sortir suffisamment de son ouvrant pour qu'un utilisateur la manipule. Suivant la course de la coulisse 130, il est possible de pivoter la poignée 104 de 90°.The coupling system 116 is disposed between the handle 104 and the actuator 114. The first rod 122 is flush with the handle 104. It is at a distance from the slide 130, the profile of the teeth of which is visible here. The translation T of the slide 130 allows pivoting P of the handle 104 by at least 30 °, which allows it to be removed sufficiently from its opening for a user to handle it. Depending on the travel of the slide 130, it is possible to pivot the handle 104 by 90 °.

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  1. An opening control assembly of an opening element (1), in particular for a vehicle door, the assembly including:
    - a support;
    - a handle (4; 104) which is movable at least between a retracted position and a deployed position with respect to the support so as to be manipulated by a user;
    - an actuator (14; 114) movable in a deployment direction so as to entrain the handle (4; 104) towards its deployed position, and movable in a retraction direction;
    further including
    a one-way coupling system (16; 116) of the handle (4; 104) to the actuator (14; 114), the system (16; 116) being configured such that in the deployment direction the actuator (14; 114) entrains the handle (4; 104), and
    in the retraction direction the actuator (14; 114) is uncoupled from the handle (14; 104),
    the assembly also including return means configured to move the handle (4; 104) towards its retracted position, and damping means (26) of the movement of the handle (4; 104) towards its retracted position, characterized in that the damping means (26) are disposed in the interior of the one-way coupling system (16; 116).
  2. The assembly according to Claim 1, characterized in that the handle (4; 104) includes a main extension, the assembly including a pivot articulating the handle (4; 104), the pivoting axis (12; 112) of which is generally perpendicular to the main extension of the handle (4; 104).
  3. The assembly according to one of Claims 1 to 2, characterized in that it includes two pivots (12; 15), of which one is a fixed pivot (15) and one is a movable pivot (12) moved with respect to the fixed pivot.
  4. The assembly according to one of Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the one-way coupling system (16; 116) includes a freewheel mechanism.
  5. The assembly according to one of Claims 1 to 4, characterized in that it includes a first rod (22) integral with the handle (4; 104), and a second rod (24) engaged with the actuator (14; 114), the coupling system (16; 116) joining the first rod (22) to the second rod (24).
  6. The assembly according to one of Claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the actuator is a rotary actuator (14) or a linear actuator (114).
  7. The assembly according to one of Claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the handle (4; 104) includes a first lever (18), and the actuator (14; 114) includes a second lever (20), the coupling system (16; 116) being at the interface between said levers (18; 20).
  8. A vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, including an opening element (1) with an opening control assembly of an opening element, characterized in that the assembly is according to one of Claims 1 to 7, possibly the handle (4; 104) includes a first exterior surface (8) with a contour (5), and the opening element (1) includes a second exterior surface (6) which is tangent to the first surface (8) over all the contour (5).
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