The present invention relates to a vehicle and more particularly, to a shutter mechanism of the vehicle for opening and closing of an aperture of the vehicle.
BACKGROUND
[002] The information in this section merely provides background information related to the present disclosure and may not constitute prior art(s) for the present disclosure.
[003] Vehicles, particularly vehicles configured to be ridden such as a motorized scooter, motorcycle, three-wheeled vehicle, and four-wheeled vehicle such as an all-terrain vehicle, comprises a sliding shutter mechanism that is configured for enclosing an aperture of the vehicles. These shutters in their closed position may be provided to restrict the access of the aperture of the vehicles. The apertures may be provided on the vehicle body to access various modules of the vehicle such as locks along with keyhole, a charging socket of the battery module, a fuel filler port of the fuel tank, etc.
[004] The sliding shutter mechanism includes a sliding support system for supporting the shutter, which comprises one or more bearings fixed to the upper and/or lower edges of the shutter. The shutter may be opened/closed by simply acting thereupon with sufficient force to slide along the guides. In some cases, an external power source is required to actuate the opening and closing of the shutter mechanism. These limitations increase the size of the mechanism and the number of mechanical components. The mounting of such a shutter mechanism inside the vehicle body requires a considerably large amount of space to accommodate the components of the shutter mechanism. The considerable bulk of the support system complicates installation in an adequate mounting space, which makes the mechanism unsuitable for small-size installation conditions.

[005] The present disclosure is directed to overcome one or more limitations stated above or any other limitations associated with the prior art
SUMMARY
[006] The one or more shortcomings of the prior art are overcome by the system/assembly as claimed, and additional advantages are provided through the provision of the system/assembly/method as claimed in the present disclosure. Additional features and advantages are realized through the techniques of the present disclosure. Other embodiments and aspects of the disclosure are described in detail herein and are considered a part of the claimed disclosure.
[007] The present disclosure achieves the above-stated objective by providing a shutter mechanism of a vehicle for enclosing an aperture. The shutter mechanism comprises a fixed member connectable to a panel of the vehicle defined with the aperture. The fixed member is defined with an opening corresponding with the aperture. A plurality of guiding tracks protruding outwards from the surface defined on the fixed member. An engaging member projecting outwardly from the surface of the fixed member. A first shutter member and a second shutter member are configured to slide along the guiding tracks between an open position and a close position to provide access for charging in the open position and inhibit in the close position. A first arm has a first end and a second end, and a second arm has a first end and a second end. The second end of the first arm and the second arm is pivotally coupled to the engaging member and the first end of the first arm and the second arm are movably coupled to the first shutter and the second shutter respectively. A resilient member is coupling the second end of the first arm and the second arm. At least one of the first shutter and the second shutter being operable from a closed position and an open position to an intermediate position manually. The resilient member is configured to provide resistance force till intermediate position and assistance force after the intermediate position to a respective closed position and open position for actuating the first and second shutter.

[008] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the resilient member is configured to retain the first and second shutter in the respective open position and the closed position till the manual force is applied on at least one of the first shutter and the second shutter for operating from the closed position and the open position to the intermediate position.
[009] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, each of the first arm and the second arm defines a protrusion at the second end configured for supporting the resilient member.
[010] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, one of the first end of the first arm and the second arm and the first shutter and the second shutter is defined with a slot, and remaining of the first end of the first arm and the second arm and the first shutter and the second shutter comprises a guide member. The guide member is configured to trace the slot for operating the first shutter and the second shutter between the closed position and open position.
[011] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the shutter mechanism comprises a supporting bracket positioned over the engaging member. The supporting bracket is defined with a hole configured to secure a fastening member.
[012] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the fastening member is configured to support the rotary movement of the first arm and the second arm.
[013] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second end of the first arm and the second arm defines a hole that is configured for the insertion of the fastening member and to ensure a synchronous movement of the first arm and the second arm with each other.

[014] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the position of the axis of the resilient member with respect to the axis of the engaging member changes during the opening or closing of the first and second shutter.
[015] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, in the closed position, the axis of the resilient member is positioned above the axis of the engaging member.
[016] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, in the open position, the axis of the resilient member is positioned below the axis of the engaging member.
[017] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, in the intermediate position, the axis of the resilient member is aligned with the axis of the engaging member.
[018] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the shutter mechanism comprises a projection member configured for manual actuation of the first shutter and second shutter.
[019] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first shutter and the second shutter are configured to move corresponding to one another i.e., when the first shutter is opened, the second shutter also gets opened.
[020] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, a vehicle is provided. The vehicle comprises a steering mechanism, a power unit, a transmission unit, a battery module, and a frame. The frame comprises a head tube supporting the steering mechanism, a down frame extending downward from the head tube, and a seat rail extending rearwardly from the down frame. A front cover encloses at least a front portion of the vehicle. The front cover is defined with an aperture to access the charging socket of the battery module and a shutter mechanism for enclosing the aperture. The shutter mechanism comprises a fixed member connectable to a panel of the vehicle defined with the aperture. The fixed member is defined with an opening corresponding with the aperture. A plurality of guiding tracks protruding

outwards from the surface defined on the fixed member. An engaging member projecting outwardly from the surface of the fixed member. A first shutter member and a second shutter member are configured to slide along the guiding tracks between an open position and a close position to provide access for charging in the open position and inhibit in the close position. A first arm has a first end and a second end, and a second arm has a first end and a second end. The second end of the first arm and the second arm is pivotally coupled to the engaging member and the first end of the first arm and the second arm are movably coupled to the first shutter and the second shutter respectively. A resilient member is coupling the second end of the first arm and the second arm. At least one of the first shutter and the second shutter being operable from a closed position and an open position to an intermediate position manually. The resilient member is configured to provide resistance force till intermediate position and assistance force after the intermediate position to a respective closed position and open position for actuating the first and second shutter.
[021] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the vehicle comprises a body frame, a rear panel, a handlebar, a front, and a rear ground engaging member, and a seating area.
[022] The present disclosure provides the shutter mechanism for enclosing the aperture of the vehicle. Such configuration of the vehicle provides selective access to the charging socket of the battery module using the shutter mechanism. The shutter mechanism is entirely mechanical, and no additional power source is required to actuate the shutter mechanism. Due to the compact layout with minimum linkages, the shutter mechanism is cost-effective. Further, the shutter mechanism is lightweight and easy to install and operate. The shutter mechanism as disclosed, eliminates the requirement of external control, for restricting the movement of the first and second shutter over the guiding tracks. Further, the configuration of the shutter mechanism ensures the proper rotary movement of the first arm and the second arm and makes the mechanism simple in construction with

a lesser number of moving parts and minimal maintenance requirements. The shutter mechanism is arranged to provide a synchronous movement of the first arm and the second arm with each other. The disclosed configuration of the shutter mechanism eliminates the requirement of external actuation for the opening or closing of the first and second shutter. Furthermore, the shutter mechanism is arranged to provide synchronous movement of the first shutter and second shutter with each other.
[023] It is to be understood that the aspects and embodiments of the disclosure described above may be used in any combination with each other. Several of the aspects and embodiments may be combined together to form a further embodiment of the disclosure.
[024] The foregoing summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES
[025] The novel features and characteristics of the disclosure are set forth in the description. The disclosure itself, however, as well as a preferred mode of use, further objectives, and advantages thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following description of an illustrative embodiment when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. One or more embodiments are now described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings wherein like reference numerals represent like elements and in which:
[026] Figure 1 illustrates a schematic view of a vehicle connected with a charging gun, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[027] Figure 2 illustrates a schematic view of the vehicle defined with an aperture to access the charging socket of the battery module, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[028] Figure 3 illustrates a pictorial view of the front cover connected with the charging gun, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[029] Figure 4 illustrates an exploded view of the front cover along with the charging gun, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[030] Figure 5a illustrates a front view of a shutter mechanism at a closed position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[031] Figure 5b illustrates a rear view of a shutter mechanism at a closed position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[032] Figure 6a illustrates a front view of a shutter mechanism at an intermediate position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[033] Figure 6b illustrates a rear view of a shutter mechanism at an intermediate position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[034] Figure 7a illustrates a front view of a shutter mechanism at an open position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[035] Figure 7b illustrates a rear view of a shutter mechanism at an open position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[036] Figure 8 illustrates an exploded view of the shutter mechanism, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[037] Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the drawings may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[038] While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiments thereof have been shown by way of example in the FIGS, and will be described in detail below. It should be understood, however that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the particular forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[039] Before describing detailed embodiments, it may be observed that the novelty and inventive step that are in accordance with the present disclosure resides in a shutter mechanism for enclosing an aperture of the vehicle. It is to be noted that a person skilled in the art can be motivated from the present disclosure and modify the various constructions of the shutter mechanism and the vehicle. However, such modification should be construed within the scope of the present disclosure. Accordingly, the drawings are showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.
[040] In the present disclosure, the term "exemplary" is used herein to mean "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any embodiment or implementation of the present subject matter described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments.

[041] The terms "comprises", "comprising", or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusions, such that a device that comprises a list of components does not include only those components but may include other components not expressly listed or inherent to such setup or device. In other words, one or more elements in a system or apparatus proceeded by "comprises... a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the system or apparatus.
[042] The terms like "at least one" and "one or more" may be used interchangeably or in combination throughout the description.
[043] While the present disclosure is illustrated in the context of a vehicle, however, the shutter mechanism and aspects and features thereof can be used with other type of vehicles as well. The terms "modular vehicle", "vehicle", "two-wheeled vehicle", "electric vehicle", "EV" and "motorcycle" have been interchangeably used throughout the description. The term "vehicle" comprises vehicles such as motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, mopeds, scooter-type vehicles, and the like.
[044] The terms "front/forward", "rear/rearward/back/backward",
"up/upper/top", "down/lower/lower ward/downward, bottom", "left/leftward", "right/rightward" used therein represents the directions as seen from a vehicle driver sitting astride.
[045] Reference will now be made to the exemplary embodiments of the disclosure, as illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, same numerals will be used to refer to the same or like parts. Embodiments of the disclosure are described in the following paragraphs with reference to FIGS. 1 to 6. In FIGS. 1 to 8, the same element or elements which have same functions are indicated by the same reference signs.

[046] Referring to Figure 1, an exemplary vehicle (100) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated. The vehicle (100) referred to herein, embodies a step-through type vehicle. Alternatively, the vehicle (100) may embody any other ridden vehicle such as an electric motorcycle, etc. without limiting the scope of the invention.
[047] Referring to Figure 1, the vehicle comprises a front-end structure (102), a floorboard (134), a power unit, and a rear-end structure (104). The front end structure (102) comprises a steering mechanism (113), a leg shield (108), a front ground engaging member (110), a dash assembly (116), a headlamp unit (118), and a plurality of winkers (120). The front-end structure (102) may further comprise additional components such as mirrors, front fenders, etc. without limiting the scope of the disclosure. The steering mechanism (113) comprises a handlebar (114). The handlebar (114) is configured to be rotated by the rider to steer the vehicle (100). The steering mechanism (113) comprises a plurality of front forks (136) disposed at the front portion of the vehicle (100). The steering mechanism (113) is operatively coupled to the front ground engaging member (110) via the plurality of front forks (136).
[048] In the illustrated example, the dash assembly (116) is provided on the steering mechanism (113). The dash assembly (116) comprises a display unit (117). The display unit (117) displays information relating to the vehicle (100) to the rider. In an embodiment, the display unit displays information such as the state of charge in the battery, distance travelled by the vehicle (100), and other operating parameters of the vehicle (100). The dash assembly (116) may comprise additional components such as LCD, GPS, graphical user interface (GUI), etc. without limiting the scope of the invention. In the illustrated example, a headlamp unit is provided on the steering mechanism (113). Alternatively, the headlamp unit may be provided on the leg shield (108), without limiting the scope of the invention.

[049] The leg shield (108) is disposed of on the front portion of the vehicle (100). The leg shield (108) encloses the steering mechanism (113). The leg shield (108) protects the feet of the rider of the vehicle (100). In the illustrated example, the plurality of the winkers (120) is disposed on the leg shield (108). Alternatively, the plurality of the winkers (120) may be provided on the steering mechanism (113) of the vehicle (100), without any limitations. The floorboard (134) is disposed of behind the front end structure (102) and the rear end structure (104). The floorboard (134) provides a footrest for a rider riding the vehicle (100).
[050] As illustrated in Figure 1, the vehicle (100) comprises a rider's seat (112) and a passenger's seat (170). The rider's seat (112) and the passenger seat (170) may be formed as a single unit or may be individual members, without any limitations. The vehicle (100) comprises a control unit (not shown). The control unit controls various operations of the vehicle (100).
[051] Referring to Figures 1, the vehicle (100) comprises a front side cover (141), a left side cover (142), and a right-side cover (not shown). The front side cover (141) is disposed adjacent to the floorboard (134) and covers the front area below the rider's seat (112). The left side cover (142) and the right-side cover (not shown) are disposed on both sides of the vehicle body and cover the lower sides of the rider's seat (112) and the passenger's seat (170).
[052] Further, the vehicle (100) comprises a battery module (not shown). In an embodiment, the battery module may be disposed below the passenger seat (170). In one example, the battery module may be disposed within the leg shield (108). In another example, the battery module is disposed underneath the floorboard (134), without limiting the scope of the invention. The battery module is electrically coupled to the control unit and the power unit and provides the necessary power if and when required.

[053] Referring to Figure 1, the vehicle (100) comprises the rear-end structure (104). The rear end structure (104) is disposed at the rear portion of the vehicle (100). The rear end structure (104) comprises a tail lamp (182) and a rear side cover (188). The rear side cover (188) is disposed on the rear portion of the vehicle (100) and covers a hind area below the passenger's seat (170). In the illustrated example, the tail lamp (182) is disposed on the rear side cover (188). A plurality of turn signal indicators (183) is disposed on either side of the tail lamp (182).
[054] The rear end structure (104) comprises a rear ground engaging member (184). In the illustrated example, the rear ground engaging member (184) is disposed below the rider's seat (112) and the passenger's seat (170). The rear end structure (104) may comprise additional components such as at least one suspension device, rear grip, rear fender, license plate etc. without limiting the scope of the invention.
[055] As illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 2, the vehicle (100) comprises a front cover (109) enclosing at least a front portion of the vehicle (100). The front cover (109) is defined with an aperture (150) to access the charging socket of the battery module. In an embodiment, the vehicle (100) is provided with a charger (152) connected to a charging socket of the battery module. The charger (152) may be connected to a plurality of battery modules or may be connected to one or multiple power input lines to charge the battery module in accordance with an embodiment of present disclosure.
[056] As illustrated in Figures 3-8, the vehicle (100) comprises a shutter mechanism (10) for enclosing the aperture (150). In an embodiment, the shutter mechanism (10) is secured on the front cover (109) of the vehicle (100) with the help of a plurality of fastening members. In another embodiment, the shutter mechanism (10) is secured on the front cover (109) of the vehicle (100) with the help of a fabrication process such as but not limited to, welding process, etc. As illustrated in Figure 8, the shutter mechanism (10) comprises a fixed member (12)

connectable to the front cover (109) of the vehicle (100). The fixed member (12) is defined with an opening (12a) corresponding to the aperture (150) of the vehicle (100). In an embodiment, the opening (12a) is circular in shape. In another embodiment, the shape of the opening (12a) is corresponding with the shape of the aperture (150). In a preferred embodiment, the fixed member (12) defines a plurality of holes (40) at every corner configured to secure the fixed member (12) on the front cover (109) of the vehicle (100) with the help of a plurality of fastening members.
[057] The fixed member (12) defines a plurality of guiding tracks (14a, 14b). In an embodiment, the plurality of guiding tracks (14a, 14b) comprises a top guiding track (14a) and a bottom guiding track (14b). The top guiding track (14a) and the bottom guiding track (14b) protrude outwards from the surface of the fixed member (12). In another embodiment, the plurality of guiding tracks (14a, 14b) may comprise a left guiding track (not shown) and a right guiding track (not shown) protruding outwards from the surface of the fixed member (12). In an embodiment, the plurality of guiding tracks (14a, 14b) may be of a linear type and are made of aluminium or steel. In an embodiment, the plurality of guiding tracks (14a, 14b) defines a straight longitudinal cavity (42) configured for supporting a first shutter member (16a) and a second shutter member (16b). In an embodiment, the shutter mechanism comprises an engaging member (22) that is configured to be projecting outwardly from the surface of the fixed member (12). In a preferred embodiment, the engaging member (22) is a nut and bolt assembly in which the nut is connected with the surface of the fixed member (12).
[058] In accordance with the present disclosure, the first shutter member (16a) and the second shutter member (16b) are configured to slide along the guiding tracks (14a, 14b) between an open position and a close position. In an embodiment, the first shutter member (16a) and the second shutter member (16b) are supported by the straight longitudinal cavity (42) of the plurality of guiding tracks (14a, 14b). Further, the first shutter member (16a) and the second shutter member (16b) are

configured to provide an access to the aperture (150) for charging the vehicle (100) in the open position and inhibit in the close position.
[059] Figures 5 -7 illustrate a front view and a rear view of the shutter mechanism (10) at the closed position, intermediate position, and open position, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The "closed position" is herein referred to as a state in which the shutter mechanism (10) inhibits access to the charging slot through the aperture (150) by closing the first shutter (16a) and second shutter (16b). The "open position" is herein referred to as a state in which the shutter mechanism (10) provides access to the charging slot through the aperture (150) by opening the first shutter (16a) and second shutter (16b). The "intermediate position" is herein referred to as a state in which the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) of the shutter mechanism (10) are in between the closed position and the open position.
[060] In an embodiment as shown in Figures 5-7, the shutter mechanism (10) may also comprise a projection member (38) configured for manual actuation of the first shutter (16a) and second shutter (16b). The user may utilize the projection member (38) for manual actuation of the first shutter (16a) and second shutter (16b). In an embodiment, the projection member (38) is fixedly connected to at least one of the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b). In a preferred embodiment, the projection member (38) is cylindrical in shape. In an embodiment, the opening (12a) of the fixed member (12) defines a groove (46). The groove (46) is configured to secure the projection member (38) in the open position of the first shutter (16a) and second shutter (16b). In an embodiment, the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) are configured to move corresponding to one another i.e., when the first shutter (16a) is opened, the second shutter (16b) also gets opened.
[061] The shutter mechanism (10) further comprises a first arm (18) and a second arm (20). In an embodiment, the first arm (18) is having a first end (18a) and a second end (18b). The second arm (20) is having a first end (20a) and a second end

(20b). The first end (18a, 20a) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) is movably coupled to the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) respectively. The second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) is pivotally coupled to the engaging member (22).
[062] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) defines a hole (44) configured for the insertion of the engaging member (22). In an embodiment of the present disclosure, each of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) defines a protrusion (24) at the second end (18b, 20b) which is configured for supporting a resilient member (26). In an embodiment, the protrusion (24) is an L-shaped pin projecting outward away from an axis of the engaging member (22). In an embodiment, the protrusion (24) is fixedly connected to the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20). The second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) defines a cavity (30) configured for the insertion of the fastening member (34).
[063] In an embodiment, the first end (18a, 20a) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) is defined with a slot (36) and the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) comprises a guide member (32). In another embodiment, the first shutter (16a), and the second shutter (16b) is defined with the slot (36) and the first end (18a, 20a) of the first arm (18), and the second arm (20) comprises the guide member (32). The guide member (32) is configured to trace the slot (36) for operating the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) between the closed position and open position.
[064] In an embodiment, the shutter mechanism (10) comprises the resilient member (26). The resilient member (26) is configured to couple the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20). The resilient member (26) is configured to provide resistance force till intermediate position and assistance force after the intermediate position to a respective closed position and open position for actuating the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b).

[065] In an embodiment, the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) are operable from the closed position and the open position to the intermediate position manually by a user. In an embodiment, as shown in Figures 5-8, the resilient member (26) is a coil spring comprised of wound helical coils and is configured to provide an elastic force to actuate the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) to the respective closed position and open position. In an embodiment, the resilient member (26) is configured to retain the first and second shutter (16a, 16b) in the respective open position and the closed position till the manual force is applied on at least one of the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) for operating from the closed position and the open position to the intermediate position. In an embodiment, the manual force is applied by a user for operating the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) from the closed position and the open position to the intermediate position.
[066] In a preferred embodiment, the shutter mechanism (10) comprises a supporting bracket (28) positioned over the engaging member (22) as illustrated in Figures 5-8. The supporting bracket (28) is defined with a hole (28a) and a cavity (28b). The hole (28a) is configured for the insertion of the engaging member (22) and securing the supporting bracket (28). The cavity (28b) of the supporting bracket (28) is configured to secure a fastening member (34). Further, the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) also defines the cavity (30). The cavity (28b) of the supporting bracket (28) and the cavity (30) of the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18), and the second arm (20) is configured for the insertion of the fastening member (34). This arrangement ensures a synchronous movement of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) with each other. In an embodiment, the fastening member (34) is a mechanical fastener, preferably, a rivet as shown in Figure 8.
[067] In a preferred embodiment, the engaging member (22) defines an axis such that the position of the axis of the resilient member (26) with respect to the axis of

the engaging member (22) changes during opening or closing of the first and second shutter (16a, 16b). In the closed position, the axis of the resilient member (26) is positioned above the axis of the engaging member (22). Further, in the open position, the axis of the resilient member (26) is positioned below the axis of the engaging member (22). In the intermediate position, the axis of the resilient member (26) is aligned with the axis of the engaging member (22).
[068] A method of operating the shutter mechanism (10) for opening or closing the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) is now disclosed. The shutter mechanism (10) is installed over the front cover (109) corresponding to the aperture (150) of the vehicle (100). In order to open or close the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b), the user actuates at least one of the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) from the closed position and the open position to the intermediate position manually. The resilient member (26) is configured to provide resistance force against the force applied by the user till the intermediate position. The position of the axis of the resilient member (26) with respect to the axis of the engaging member (22) is positioned above in the closed position and is positioned below in the open position. The position of the axis of the resilient member (26) changes from the opening or closing of the first and second shutter (16a, 16b) and is aligned with the axis of the engaging member (22) in the intermediate position. This configuration ensures that the resilient member (26) provides the assistance force after the intermediate position to the respective closed position and open position for actuating the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b). Thus, causes an auto-opening or a self-closing of the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) without using any additional force by the user to actuate the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b).
[069] In accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure, the method of auto-opening or self-closing of the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) is now disclosed. When the user actuates the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) manually till the intermediate position, the resilient member (26)

stores the elastic force by causing resistance to the actuating force applied by the user and gets deformed. When the user further actuates the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b), the resilient member (26) releases the stored elastic force in the form of the assistance force and returns to its original form. This assistance force causes the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) to rotate about the engaging member (22). The slot (36) defined at the first end (18a, 20a) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) also rotates about the engaging member (22). The guide member (32) is configured to trace the slot (36) and thus operates the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) between the closed position and the open position and accordingly auto-opens or self-closes the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) respectively. Although the method of operating the shutter mechanism (10) for opening or closing the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) is described with reference to the preferred embodiment, it is to be noted that the substitutions may be made, and equivalents employed herein without departing from the scope of the invention.
[070] The present disclosure provides the shutter mechanism (10) for enclosing the aperture (150) of the vehicle (100). The shutter mechanism (10) as disclosed in the present disclosure is an entirely mechanical mechanism and no additional power source is required to actuate the shutter mechanism (10). This ensures minimum energy loss to the environment in the form of heat generation and thus is highly durable. Due to the compact layout with minimum linkages, the shutter mechanism (10) as disclosed is cost-effective as compared to the existing available sliding shutter mechanisms known in the art. Further, the shutter mechanism (10) as disclosed is lightweight and easy to install and operate. It is to be understood that the disclosure is not limited to the above embodiments and modifications may be appropriately made thereto within the spirit and scope of the invention.
[071] The various embodiments of the present disclosure have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. The present disclosure is not limited to the illustrated embodiments; rather, these embodiments are intended to

fully and completely disclose the subject matter of the disclosure to those skilled in this art. In the drawings, like numbers refer to like elements throughout. The thicknesses and dimensions of some components may be exaggerated for clarity.
[072] Herein, the terms "attached", "connected", "interconnected", "contacting", "mounted", "coupled" and the like can mean either direct or indirect attachment or contact between elements, unless stated otherwise.
[073] Well-known functions or constructions may not be described in detail for brevity and/or clarity. As used herein the expression "and/or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
[074] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the disclosure. As used herein, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises", "comprising", "includes" and/or "including" when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
[075] While considerable emphasis has been placed herein on the particular features of this disclosure, it will be appreciated that various modifications can be made, and that many changes can be made in the preferred embodiments without departing from the principles of the disclosure. These and other modifications in the nature of the disclosure or the preferred embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the disclosure herein, whereby it is to be distinctly understood that the foregoing descriptive matter is to be interpreted merely as illustrative of the disclosure and not as a limitation.

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[076] The embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are intended merely to facilitate an understanding of ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and to further enable those of skill in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.
[077] The foregoing description of the specific embodiments will so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the embodiments as described herein.
[078] Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles and the like that has been included in this specification is solely for the purpose of providing a context for the disclosure. It is not to be taken as an admission that any or all of these matters form a part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the disclosure as it existed anywhere before the priority date of this application.
[079] The numerical values mentioned for the various physical parameters, dimensions or quantities are only approximations and it is envisaged that the values

higher/lower than the numerical values assigned to the parameters, dimensions or quantities fall within the scope of the disclosure, unless there is a statement in the specification specific to the contrary.

We Claim:

1. A shutter mechanism (10) of a vehicle (100), for enclosing an aperture (108), the
shutter mechanism (10) comprising:
a fixed member (12) connectable to a panel (106) of the vehicle (100) defined with the aperture (108), the fixed member (12) defined with an opening (12a) corresponding with the aperture (108),
a plurality of guiding tracks (14a, 14b) protruding outwards from the
surface defined on the fixed member (12); and
an engaging member (22) projecting outwardly from the surface of
the fixed member (12);
a first shutter (16a) and a second shutter (16b) configured to slide along the guiding tracks (14a, 14b) between an open position and a close position to provide access for charging in the open position and inhibit in the close position;
a first arm (18) having a first end (18a) and a second end (18b), and a second arm (20) having a first end (20a) and a second end (20b), the first end (18a, 20a) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) movably coupled to the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) respectively and the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) pivotally coupled to the engaging member (22);
a resilient member (26) coupling the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20);
wherein at least one of the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) being operable from a closed position and an open position to an intermediate position manually; and
wherein the resilient member (26) being configured to provide resistance force till intermediate position and assistance force after the intermediate position to a respective closed position and open position for actuating the first and second shutter (16a, 16b).
2. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the resilient member
(26) is configured to retain the first and second shutter (16a, 16b) in the respective

open position and the closed position till the manual force is applied on at least one of the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) for operating from the closed position and the open position to the intermediate position.
3. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) defines a protrusion (24) at the second end (18b, 20b) configured for supporting the resilient member (26).
4. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein one of the first end (18a, 20a) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) and the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) is defined with a slot (36), and remaining of the first end (18a, 20a) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) and the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) comprises a guide member (32), and wherein the guide member (32) is configured to trace the slot (36) for operating the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) between the closed position and open position.
5. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 1, comprises a supporting bracket (28) positioned over the engaging member (22), wherein the supporting bracket (28) is defined with a cavity (28b) configured to secure a fastening member (34).
6. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the fastening member (34) is configured to support the rotary movement of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20).
7. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) defines a cavity (30) configured for the insertion of the fastening member (34) and to ensure a synchronous movement of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) with each other.

8. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the position of the axis of the resilient member (26) with respect to the axis of the engaging member (22) changes during opening or closing of the first and second shutter (16a, 16b).
9. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 8, wherein in the closed position, the axis of the resilient member (26) positioned above the axis of the engaging member (22).

10. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 8, wherein in the open position, the axis of the resilient member (26) positioned below the axis of the engaging member (22).
11. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 8, wherein in the intermediate position, the axis of the resilient member (26) is aligned with the axis of the engaging member (22).
12. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 1, comprises a projection member (38) configured for manual actuation of the first shutter (16a) and second shutter (16b).
13. The shutter mechanism (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) are configured to move corresponding to one another i.e., when the first shutter (16a) is opened, the second shutter (16b) also gets opened.
14. A vehicle (100), comprising:
a steering mechanism (113);
a power unit;
a transmission unit;
a battery module;
a frame, comprising:
a head tube supporting the steering mechanism;

a down frame extending downward from the head tube; and a seat rail extending rearwardly from the down frame; a front cover (109) enclosing at least a front portion of the vehicle (100), wherein the front cover is defined with an aperture (108) to access charging socket of the battery module; and
a shutter mechanism (10) for enclosing the aperture (108), the shutter mechanism (10) comprising:
a fixed member (12) connectable to a panel (106) of the vehicle (100) defined with the aperture (108), the fixed member (12) defined with an opening (12a) corresponding with the aperture (108),
a plurality of guiding tracks (14a, 14b) protruding outwards from the
surface defined on the fixed member (12); and
an engaging member (22) projecting outwardly from the surface of
the fixed member (12);
a first shutter (16a) and a second shutter (16b) configured to slide along the guiding tracks (14a, 14b) between an open position and a close position to provide access for charging in the open position and inhibit in the close position;
a first arm (18) having a first end (18a) and a second end (18b), and a second arm (20) having a first end (20a) and a second end (20b), the first end (18a, 20a) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) movably coupled to the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) respectively and the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20) pivotally coupled to the engaging member (22);
a resilient member (26) coupling the second end (18b, 20b) of the first arm (18) and the second arm (20);
wherein at least one of the first shutter (16a) and the second shutter (16b) being operable from a closed position and an open position to an intermediate position manually; and
wherein the resilient member (26) being configured to provide resistance force till intermediate position and assistance force after the intermediate position to a respective closed position and open position for actuating the first and second shutter (16a, 16b).

15. The vehicle as claimed in claim 14, comprises a body frame, a rear panel, a handlebar (114), a front (110), and a rear ground engaging member (184), and a seating area (112).