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10-06-2012 дата публикации

Внутренняя панель транспортного средства

Номер: RU0000116813U1
Автор: Джеффри ЗИНГЕР, Дэнис Патрик АЙГИ, Корнел Льюис ГАРДНЕР, Стюарт К. САЛЬТЕР, Чи ЛИ
Принадлежит: Форд Глобал Технолоджис, ЛЛК

1. Внутренняя панель транспортного средства, содержащая основу внутренней панели, в которой выполнено отверстие для прохождения источника света через указанную основу внутренней панели, линзу, прикрепленную к основе внутренней панели, при этом указанная линза выступает над, по меньшей мере, частью указанного отверстия для указанного источника света, по меньшей мере, частично прозрачный материал, проходящий поверх указанной линзы, и несколько установочных отверстий, выполненных в указанной основе внутренней панели, так что, по меньшей мере, часть из нескольких установочных отверстий выполнена с возможностью соответствия нескольким установочным штифтам формы внутренней панели. ! 2. Внутренняя панель транспортного средства по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что указанным, по меньшей мере, частично прозрачным материалом является ткань потолочной обшивки. ! 3. Внутренняя панель транспортного средства по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что в указанной основе внутренней панели дополнительно выполнено отверстие индикатора, выполненное с возможностью прохождения светового индикатора через основу. ! 4. Внутренняя панель транспортного средства по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что дополнительно содержит рамную конструкцию, прикрепленную к указанной основе внутренней панели. ! 5. Внутренняя панель транспортного средства по п.4, отличающаяся тем, что дополнительно содержит монтажную плату, прикрепленную к указанной рамной конструкции. ! 6. Внутренняя панель транспортного средства по п.5, отличающаяся тем, что дополнительно содержит, по меньшей мере, один источник света, прикрепленный к указанной монтажной плате, при этом указанный по меньшей м РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 116 813 (13) U1 (51) МПК B60R 13/00 (2006.01) B60Q 3/02 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21)(22) Заявка: 2011136309/11, 01.09.2011 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 01.09.2011 (73) Патентообладатель(и): Форд Глобал Технолоджис, ЛЛК ...

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Номер записи: 1
02-02-2012 дата публикации

Tailgate cover

Номер: US20120025563A1
Автор: David Sierra
Принадлежит: Individual

A tailgate cover includes at least one pocket to securely fit over a tailgate. In some embodiments, the tailgate cover includes two or three pockets. The tailgate cover is made of stretchable material such as a stretchable fabric which enables the cover to be stretched securely over the tailgate. To further secure the tailgate cover over the tailgate, any coupling device is able to be used. The tailgate cover is able to include any graphic and/or text.

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Номер записи: 2
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Storage compartment

Номер: US20120061983A1
Автор: Julien Seiller, Nicolas Allard, Nicolas Pegorier, Thierry Benard
Принадлежит: FAURECIA INNENRAUM SYSTEME GMBH

The present invention relates to a storage compartment for a vehicle interior, comprising a cover ( 2 ) that can be pivoted between a completely closed and a maximally opened position, and a base ( 3 ) that is hidden below in case of the cover ( 2 ) being closed, wherein the cover ( 2 ) may be locked between the completely closed and the maximally opened position at any desired intermediate position, at least within a partial region of a movement tolerance, for holding an object ( 6 ) between the base ( 3 ) and the cover ( 2 ).

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Номер записи: 3
19-04-2012 дата публикации

Sillboard arrangement of a motor vehicle body

Номер: US20120091761A1
Автор: Bernd Pohl, Roland Lessmeister, Stefan STANIK
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A sillboard arrangement of a motor vehicle body is provided with a sillboard outside panel, a sillboard inside panel and a lateral wall outside panel. The sillboard inside panel and sillboard outside panel are joined together by at least one connecting flange hat extends in the longitudinal direction of the sillboard, and the lateral wall outside panel is attached to a bottom side of the sillboard outside panel in an area spaced apart from the connecting flange. The lateral wall outside panel can have secured to it an end cap, which at an end lying in the longitudinal direction of the sillboard profile exhibits a floor section that is essentially indentation free in relation to the transverse direction of the vehicle and spaced apart in the vertical direction of the vehicle from a bottom side of the lateral wall outside panel.

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Номер записи: 4
31-05-2012 дата публикации

Glass interior trim member

Номер: US20120133169A1
Автор: Alexander Klatt, Augusto Landestoy, Dennis Reger, Fairuz Jane Schlecht, Ken Mertz, Todd George
Принадлежит: Fisker Automotive Inc

A self-retaining trim member secured to an interior panel of the vehicle. The self-retaining trim member is a glass laminate member having a glass layer, a resin layer and a glass layer. The trim member also includes a tether having one end disposed in the resin layer and another end secured to the body of the vehicle. The trim member may include an embedded switch that senses touch and transfers a signal to a controller in order to control a desired operation.

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Номер записи: 5
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Interior material mounting structure

Номер: US20120161460A1
Автор: Tomochika Ueda, Yoshizumi Nakazawa
Принадлежит: Suzuki Motor Corp

A roof lining and a front pillar trim are mounted on a roof panel and a front pillar inner panel respectively, an end portion of the roof lining and an end portion of the front pillar trim are connected to each other, a washer hose feeder line and a tether belt are disposed from a space between the front pillar trim and the front pillar inner panel to a space between the roof lining and the roof panel, a projecting piece projecting toward the roof panel or the front pillar inner panel is provided on the end portion of at least one interior material out of the roof lining and the front pillar trim, and the washer hose feeder line and the tether belt are disposed to keep clear of the projecting piece.

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Номер записи: 6
18-10-2012 дата публикации

Method for applying and fastening a décor layer

Номер: US20120263907A1
Автор: Hildegard Leidig, Wilfried Schilles
Принадлежит: FAURECIA INNENRAUM SYSTEME GMBH

The invention relates to a method for applying and fastening a decorative layer on a preform for the formation of a support part, with the steps: inserting a first section ( 22 ) of the preform ( 20 ) together with the decorative layer ( 30 ) into a first tool (W 1 ), moving the first tool (W 1 ) together, wherein an end section ( 32 ) of the decorative layer ( 30 ) covers at least a portion of the first region ( 42 ) of a connecting section ( 40 ), having a groove, placing a second section ( 24 ) of the preform ( 20 ) onto a second tool (W 2 ), moving the first (W 1 ) and the second tool (W 2 ) relative to one another in the groove depth direction (NT), whereby the second region ( 44 ) of the connecting section ( 40 ) is deformed such that the latter forms a groove ( 46 ) with an increasing groove depth and wherein the relative movement of the tools (W 1 , W 2 ) with respect to one another takes place such that the end section ( 32 ) of the decorative layer ( 30 ) is introduced in the groove depth direction (NT) into the groove ( 46 ), and pressing together the groove side walls ( 48 ) for fixing the end section ( 32 ) of the decorative layer ( 32 ) in the groove ( 46 ).

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Номер записи: 7
27-12-2012 дата публикации

Trim part for automobile with integrated lighting device and process for manufacturing it

Номер: US20120327673A1
Автор: Alejandro Jorro De Inza, Jesús Vicente Escudero Delgado, Ricardo URETA HORTIGÜELA
Принадлежит: Grupo Antolin Ingenieria SA

Trim component with integrated lighting device comprising a lighting substrate, which in turn comprises a base substrate and a lighting substrate, said lighting substrate being covered by a decorative lining in which have been defined areas that allow light to pass and other areas that prevent light from passing, establishing by their combination a lighting pattern. These areas that allow light to pass are obtained by a laser treatment, removing at least one part of the material of said decorative lining.

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Номер записи: 8
07-03-2013 дата публикации

Pillar Garnishments, Interior Garnishment Assemblies Incorporating the Same, and Methods For Controlling Alignment Of Interior Garnishment Assemblies

Номер: US20130057009A1
Автор: Kazuya Tsujimoto, Louis William Turicik
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America Inc

In one embodiment, an interior garnishment assembly may include a pillar garnishment coupled to a vehicle pillar, a door opening trim engaged with the pillar garnishment and the vehicle pillar, and a scuff plate coupled to the pillar garnishment. The pillar garnishment may include a ledge portion that extends at least partially along a W direction, a datum orifice formed in a low end of the ledge portion, and a datum feature joined with the ledge portion. The datum feature can be substantially hook shaped. The door opening trim may include a biased member that can clamp the datum feature to the vehicle pillar along the W direction. The scuff plate may include an attachment member that can be engaged with the datum orifice of the pillar garnishment. The datum feature of the pillar garnishment can control alignment of the door opening trim and the scuff plate.

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Номер записи: 9
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Clamping element and method for use

Номер: US20130097838A1
Автор: Joachim Lacroix
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A clamping element, a fastening arrangement with clamping element, and a method for use of the clamping element are provided. In one example, the clamping element has a first leg and a second leg. The first and the second leg are arranged lying opposite one another. The first and the second leg are connected mechanically via a base region. The base region braces in the first leg in a spring-elastic manner with respect to the second leg on the parts arranged and clamped between the legs.

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Номер записи: 10
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Multi-piece vehicle bed rail cover

Номер: US20130099520A1
Автор: Kenneth Douglas Johnson, Robert D. Tyler
Принадлежит: Winfield Consumer Products Inc

Multi-piece vehicle bed rail covers are disclosed. In one embodiment, a vehicle bed rail cover includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has at least one end that includes a raised feature, and the second portion has at least one end that is free from raised features. The first and the second portions are illustratively joined together in such a manner that a seam is concealed at least in part by the raised feature. The vehicle bed rail cover can also include additional raised features that may be perpendicular or angled with respect to a length of the bed rail cover. Furthermore, the vehicle bed rail cover may include one or more locking mechanisms to join the different portions together, and the vehicle bed rail cover may be made in part by utilizing injection molding.

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Номер записи: 11
13-06-2013 дата публикации

Illuminated interior equipment component for a vehicle

Номер: US20130148373A1
Автор: Bernhard Bayersdorfer, Daniel Förster, Heinz Husseck
Принадлежит: Lisa Draexlmaier GmbH

The invention relates to an interior equipment component for a vehicle, comprising a light emission element for emitting light and a strip-shaped light guide element. The light guide element has here a first surface and a second surface, wherein the first surface is one of the two largest surfaces of the light guide element, and the second surface is a surface which deviates therefrom, and the first surface comprises an input face. In addition, the light guide element and the light emission element are arranged and configured in such a way that light from the light emission element can be input into the light guide element via the input face and can be output via the second surface.

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Номер записи: 12
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Seam fillers for use with decorative stitching of vehicle interior components

Номер: US20130153122A1
Автор: George Grzywacz, JR., William FILIPP
Принадлежит: Faurecia Interior Systems Inc

A vehicle interior component including decorative stitching along a stitch path includes a seam filler located between a component substrate and an overlying decorative covering. The seam filler lies along the stitch path and supports the decorative covering directly beneath at least a portion of a line of decorative stitching, where the covering may include a reduced thickness portion. The seam filler can have any number of configurations to prevent visual defects along the stitch path and/or to cause the appearance of simulated seams to be more realistic. The seam filler may be deposited along the stitch path as a curable filler material that cures, or it may be provided as a pre-formed piece for attachment to the decorative covering.

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Номер записи: 13
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Pillar garnish

Номер: US20130249198A1
Автор: Hiroyuki Omiya, Ken-ichi Hayashi
Принадлежит: Hayashi Telempu Corp

The pillar garnish has a main body, an extension part that is formed integrally with the main body, including a guide surface at an upper end of the extension part, the guide surface controlling a direction in which the air bag apparatus is unfolded so that the air bag apparatus is unfolded into the interior of the vehicle when the air bag apparatus is inflated, and a box portion that is formed integrally with the main body and the extension part, the box portion being positioned between the main body and the pillar. The box portion has a back wall portion and a pair of side wall portions that are adjacent to the back wall portion and the main body. The side wall portion has a thick portion and a thin portion, the thin portion being disposed closer to the main body than to the back wall portion.

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Номер записи: 14
28-11-2013 дата публикации

Pillar trim structure

Номер: US20130313848A1
Автор: Kenta GEMMA, Shinichiro Matsumoto
Принадлежит: Suzuki Motor Corp

There is provided a pillar trim structure. A plate-shaped slider is configured to slide on a backside of a pillar trim in a longitudinal direction. A tunnel part is provided at an upper end of the backside of the pillar trim and formed with a through-hole. A rib is provided so as to stand at one side of an entrance of the through-hole over the longitudinal direction and inclined so that one edge of the slider gets away from the pillar trim as the slider gets over the rib. The entrance is cut out in an elongated shape at an opposite side and is cut out widely so that the entrance is more inclined with respect to the pillar trim than the slider from a predetermined starting point towards the one side and the entrance abuts on the slider at the starting point.

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Номер записи: 15
27-02-2014 дата публикации

Tailgate cover

Номер: US20140054922A1
Автор: David Sierra
Принадлежит: Individual

A tailgate cover includes at least one pocket to securely fit over a tailgate. In some embodiments, the tailgate cover includes two or three pockets. The tailgate cover is made of stretchable material such as a stretchable fabric which enables the cover to be stretched securely over the tailgate. To further secure the tailgate cover over the tailgate, any coupling device is able to be used. The tailgate cover is able to include any graphic and/or text.

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Номер записи: 16
07-01-2021 дата публикации

CONNECTING STRUCTURE FOR AN ACTUATOR CONNECTED TO AN OPENING FLAP IN AN EXTERIOR TRIM COMPONENT

Номер: US20210001786A1
Автор: Durupt Xavier
Принадлежит: Motherson Innovations Company Limited.

A connecting structure for connecting an actuator to an opening flap for opening and closing an exterior trim component of a motor vehicle is disclosed, wherein the connecting structure has at least one carrier arrangement, which can be connected to the opening flap, and at least one connecting section arranged on the carrier arrangement, with which the opening flap can be connected to the actuator for moving the opening flap. The invention also relates to an exterior trim component with such a connecting structure and to a motor vehicle with such an exterior trim component. 1. A connecting structure for an actuator connected to an opening flap for opening and closing an exterior trim component of a motor vehicle comprisinga carrier arrangement connected to the opening flap, anda connecting section being arranged on the carrier arrangement such that the opening flap is connected with the actuator by way of the connecting section, and is moved by the actuator.2. The connecting structure according to claim 1 , wherein the opening flap is delimited by an outer edge and the carrier arrangement comprises at least one outer carrier which follows the course of the outer edge.3. The connecting structure according to claim 1 , wherein the opening flap is delimited by an outer edge and the carrier arrangement comprises at least one cross member claim 1 , with the two ends of the at least one cross member arranged in the region of the outer edge.4. The connecting structure according to claim 1 , wherein the carrier arrangement comprises at least one additional carrier claim 1 , with one end of the at least one additional carrier arranged in the region of the outer edge.5. The connecting structure according to claim 3 , wherein the outer carrier claim 3 , the cross member and/or the additional carrier are connected to one another.6. The connecting structure according to claim 5 , wherein at least one stiffening rib is arranged on the outer carrier claim 5 , the cross member and ...

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Номер записи: 17
03-01-2019 дата публикации

LIGHT PIPING FOR INTERIOR TRIM

Номер: US20190001877A1
Автор: Sel Alexander, Unger Frank
Принадлежит: LEAR CORPORATION

A vehicle seat is provided having first and second trim panels having an outer appearance surface. An illumination trim portion separates the first and second trim panels. The illumination portion has a pocket formed of translucent material and has first and second lateral flaps disposed on opposite sides of a central tunnel. A first seam secures the illumination portion to the first trim panel and to the first lateral flap. A second seam secures the illumination portion to the second trim panel and to the second lateral flap. A light conducting strip is inserted in the central tunnel of the pocket. A light source is in communication with the light conducting strip. Light from the light source is visible through the translucent material of the central tunnel. 1. A trim component comprising:a first trim panel;a second trim panel adjacent the first trim panel;a light pipe pocket separating the first and second trim panels, the pocket having first and second lateral flaps disposed on opposite sides of a central tunnel of the pocket, wherein an upper surface of the central tunnel is formed of translucent material;a first seam extending through the first trim panel and the first lateral flap of the pocket; anda second seam extending through the second trim panel and the second lateral flap of the pocket.2. The trim component of further comprising a light conductive pipe inserted in the pocket claim 1 , wherein light from the light conductive pipe is illuminated through the translucent material thereby defining an illuminated portion between the first and second trim panels.3. The trim component of wherein the first and second trim panel have a fold adjacent the pocket.4. The trim component of further comprising:a third seam extending through two layers of the first trim panel and the first lateral flap of the pocket; anda fourth seam extending through two layers of the second trim panel and the second lateral flap of the pocket,wherein the first and second seams are ...

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Номер записи: 18
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Headliner trim and method for producing a headliner trim

Номер: US20220009311A1
Автор: Hartmut Wolf, Roman Bouffier
Принадлежит: Kautex Textron GmbH and Co KG

A headliner trim for a motor vehicle includes a main body, at least one air channel formed in the main body for conducting an air flow through the main body, and at least one air outlet opening formed in the main body, through which air outlet opening the air flow conducted in the air channel can flow into the interior of the motor vehicle. The main body is formed from a particle foam, such as expanded polypropylene (EPP) or expanded polyethylene (EPE).

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Номер записи: 19
14-01-2021 дата публикации

MOLDED PART

Номер: US20210009049A1
Автор: Crux Johannes, Zapf Manuel
Принадлежит:

A molded part having a front side of the molded part designed as a visible side, comprising a decorative layer having a front side and a rear side opposite the front side, a carrier arranged on the rear side of the decorative layer, and a functional layer arranged on the front side of the decorative layer. The functional layer is or comprises an electrical display element, wherein the electrical display element is designed, in a switched-on operating state, for displaying a surface image and/or for realizing a display function, and/or for realizing an illumination function on the visible side of the molded part, and wherein the electrical display element is at least largely transparent and/or translucent when the operating state is switched off, so that the front side of the decorative layer is visible through the functional layer on the visible side of the molded part. 112-. (canceled)13. A molded part having a molded part front side designed as a visible side , comprising:a decorative layer with a front side and a rear side opposite the front side;a carrier arranged on the rear side of the decorative layer; anda functional layer arranged on the front side of the decorative layer; the functional layer is or comprises an electrical display element;', 'the electrical display element is designed, in a switched-on operating state, for displaying a surface image and/or for realizing a display function, and/or for realizing an illumination function on the visible side of the molded part; and', 'the electrical display element is at least largely transparent and/or translucent when the operating state is switched off, so that the front side of the decorative layer is visible through the functional layer on the visible side of the molded part., 'wherein14. The molded part according to claim 13 , wherein:the decorative layer has an irregular surface structure on the front side thereof; andon the front side of the decorative layer, a transparent or translucent leveling layer ...

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Номер записи: 20
03-02-2022 дата публикации

AN INTERIOR COMPONENT OF A VEHICLE

Номер: US20220032856A1
Автор: CANNON Carter Scott, KIM Sung-Uk, NOVOTNY Marek
Принадлежит:

An interior component of a vehicle comprises a carrier having a front face directed toward a passenger compartment of the vehicle and an opposite rear face; a speaker including an at least partially transparent diaphragm and a transducer coupled to the diaphragm. Movement of the transducer causes vibration of the diaphragm to generate sound by vibration of the diaphragm, the diaphragm having a front face directed towards the passenger compartment and an opposite rear face. The carrier provides a support along at least part of the periphery of the diaphragm where the diaphragm is attached to the carrier where the front face and the rear face of the diaphragm are free of the carrier across a part of the diaphragm surface so that the diaphragm is suspended in the carrier of the interior component. 1. An interior component of a vehicle , the interior component comprising:a carrier having a front face directed toward a passenger compartment of the vehicle and an opposite rear face;a speaker including an at least partially transparent diaphragm and a transducer coupled to the diaphragm, wherein movement of the transducer causes vibration of the diaphragm to generate sound by vibration of the diaphragm, the diaphragm having a front face directed towards the passenger compartment and an opposite rear face;wherein the carrier provides a support along at least part of the periphery of the diaphragm where the diaphragm is attached to the carrier wherein the front face and the rear face of the diaphragm are free of the carrier across a part of the diaphragm surface so that the diaphragm is suspended in the carrier of the interior component.2. The interior component of claim 1 , wherein the diaphragm is suspended in the interior component by providing in the carrier open spaces at the front face and the rear face of the diaphragm.3. The interior component of claim 1 , wherein the carrier provides support along an entire periphery of the diaphragm.4. The interior component of ...

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Номер записи: 21
17-01-2019 дата публикации

SOUND INSULATION STRUCTURE FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20190017435A1
Автор: ISHIKI Kazuya, NAKAJIMA Kuniaki, NOZAKI Tomohiko
Принадлежит:

A sound insulation structure includes a sound insulation cover (-) provided on a noise radiating member () of the vehicle, the sound insulation cover being provided with a mounting opening (), a spacer () received in the mounting opening of the sound insulation cover and provided with a central through hole (A), and a fastening member () having a shank passed through the central through hole of the spacer and configured to fasten the sound insulation cover to the noise radiating member via the spacer. The spacer prevents the axial pressure of the fastening member from being applied to the sound insulation cover. 1. A sound insulation structure for a vehicle , comprising:a sound insulation cover provided on a noise radiating member of the vehicle, the sound insulation cover being provided with a mounting opening;a spacer received in the mounting opening of the sound insulation cover and provided with a central through hole; anda fastening member having a shank passed through the central through hole of the spacer and configured to fasten the sound insulation cover to the noise radiating member via the spacer,wherein the spacer includes a first member having an inner tubular portion defining the central through hole and received in the mounting opening, and a first flange extending radially outward from an axial end of the inner tubular portion, and a second member having an outer tubular portion snugly receiving the inner tubular portion therein and received in the mounting opening, and a second flange extending radially outward from an axial end of the outer tubular portion facing away from the axial end of the inner tubular portion, the inner tubular portion and the outer tubular portion being integrally joined to each other with the sound insulation cover interposed between mutually opposing surfaces of the first flange and the second flange.2. The sound insulation structure as defined in claim 1 , wherein a free end of the outer tubular portion abuts an opposing ...

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Номер записи: 22
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Multi-part equipment piece for a vehicle and connecting method

Номер: US20140105675A1
Автор: Gunter Kascherus, Holger Kalus
Принадлежит: Johnson Controls Technology Co

An equipment piece includes first and second components, such as a vehicle door armrest and a vehicle door. The first component is insertable in a recess, such as a slot, in the second component. The second component may be secured in the first by deformation of a projecting portion configured as a tab having a wall thickness smaller than its longitudinal extension. The tab is anchorable non-positively in the second component after inserting into the recess.

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Номер записи: 23
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Bed Liner Fastening System and Method

Номер: US20180022293A1
Автор: Amstutz Aaron K., Fischer Tony, Lu Qiaoyu, Melvin Kristina, Walters Dean W.
Принадлежит: CATERPILLAR INC.

A bed liner system for use in a bed floor of a material hauling machine includes a lower panel that is attachable to the bed floor. The lower panel includes a first plate having a first flange, a first central opening and two first central slots disposed, one each, on either side of the first central opening. The bed liner system further includes an upper panel that is attachable to the lower panel. The upper panel includes a top plate having a second flange having a second central opening and two second central slots disposed that are aligned with corresponding features of the first flange such that a block having a top flange and a bottom flange connected by a web is insertable through the first and second central openings and slidable through one each of the two first and second central slots. 1. A bed liner system for use in a bed floor of a material hauling machine , the bed liner system comprising:at least one lower panel that is attachable to the bed floor, the at least one lower panel including a bottom plate, the bottom plate having a first flange, the first flange including a first central opening and two first central slots disposed, one each, on either side of the first central opening;at least one upper panel including a top plate, the top plate having a second flange, the second flange including a second central opening and two second central slots disposed, on each, on either side of the second central opening;a block having a top flange and a bottom flange connected by a web;wherein, when the at least one upper panel is engaged with the at least one lower panel, the second flange is disposed over the first flange, the first and second central openings are aligned, and the two first central slots are aligned with the two second central slots such that the block is insertable through the first and second central openings and slidable through one each of the two first and second central slots such that the web occupies one of the two first and second ...

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Номер записи: 24
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Molded part, especially a decorative part and/or paneling part for a vehicle interior fashioned as a molded part and a method for producing such a molded part

Номер: US20180022294A1
Автор: Johann Groher, Mario Haas
Принадлежит: Novem Car Interior Design GmbH

Implementations of the invention comprise a molded part, especially a decorative part and/or paneling part for a vehicle interior fashioned as a molded part, comprising a backing, especially a plastic backing, and a decorative layer, especially a wood veneer, wherein the decorative layer has a rear side facing the backing and a front side designed as a visible side, wherein at least one light source, especially a laser or a LED designed as the light source, is provided on or in the molded part. Implementations of the present invention also comprise a method for producing a molded part according to the invention.

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Номер записи: 25
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Modular trim element

Номер: US20210024013A1
Автор: Benjamin Quesnel, Cedric Habert, Edouard Da Silva, Ludovic Bouldron, Stéphane SNOECK, Stevenn BIDEAU
Принадлежит: Faurecia Interieur Industrie SAS

A module trim element having a body defining an upper bearing surface, at least one first covering element defining a first upper bearing surface, mounted rotating about a first axis of rotation between a retracted position and at least one deployed position, and at least one second covering element defining a second upper bearing surface and mounted rotating about a second axis of rotation between a retracted position and at least one deployed position. The first axis of rotation and the second axis of rotation are substantially parallel and extend at different heights relative to the body, with at least one of the upper bearing surfaces being a flexible surface and at least another one of the upper bearing surfaces being a rigid surface.

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Номер записи: 26
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Cladding Device for a Side Sill of a Passenger Vehicle and Method for Operating Such a Cladding Device

Номер: US20210024014A1
Автор: HAHN Samuel
Принадлежит: DAIMLER AG

A cladding device of a side sill of a passenger vehicle includes an inherently rigid outer cladding element arranged in a longitudinal region of the side sill below a door opening which can be displaced between a cladding position and a release position. A flexible cladding element is provided, one end of which is arranged on the inherently rigid outer cladding element, which can be displaced with the inherently rigid outer cladding element during a displacement movement between the cladding position and the release position. The flexible cladding element is arranged in a region of the side sill covered by a vehicle door associated with the door opening when the inherently rigid outer cladding element is arranged in the cladding position. In the cladding position, a gap is covered between the end of the inherently rigid outer cladding element, which has the flexible cladding element, and another component. 111.-. (canceled)12. A cladding device of a side sill of a passenger vehicle , comprising:an inherently rigid outer cladding element disposed in a longitudinal region of the side sill below a door opening of the passenger vehicle which is displaceable between a cladding position and a release position; anda flexible cladding element, wherein an end of the flexible cladding element is disposed at least indirectly on the inherently rigid outer cladding element and is displaceable with the inherently rigid outer cladding element during a displacement movement between the cladding position and the release position;wherein the flexible cladding element is disposed in a region of the side sill covered by a vehicle door of the passenger vehicle associated with the door opening when the inherently rigid outer cladding element is disposed in the cladding position;and wherein when the inherently rigid outer cladding element is disposed in the cladding position a gap is covered between an end of the inherently rigid outer cladding element, on which is disposed the end of the ...

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Номер записи: 27
28-01-2021 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC SKIN FOR VEHICLE COMPONENTS

Номер: US20210024078A1
Автор: Dede Ercan Mehmet
Принадлежит:

Systems and methods are provided for adjusting a control of a vehicle system based on a condition of an occupant. The system includes a replaceable or upgradeable electronic skin removably coupled to an interior vehicle component. The electronic skin includes at least one sensor positioned therein, configured to monitor/obtain a biometric, physiological, or wellness condition measurement from an occupant. The system includes one or more processors and a memory communicably coupled thereto. An occupant comfort module is provided including instructions that, when executed, collect and monitor feedback from the at least one sensor; determine that the feedback exceeds a predetermined threshold; and determine an adjustment for a vehicle system based on the feedback. A control module may be provided including instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the vehicle system to change at least one setting based on the adjustment determined by the occupant comfort module. 1. A system for adjusting a control of a vehicle system based on a condition of an occupant within a vehicle , the system comprising:a replaceable or upgradeable electronic skin removably coupled to an interior vehicle component, the electronic skin comprising at least one sensor positioned therein and configured to monitor or obtain a biometric, physiological, or wellness condition measurement from an occupant;one or more processors; and [ collect and monitor feedback from the at least one sensor;', 'determine that the feedback exceeds a predetermined threshold; and', 'determine an adjustment for a vehicle system based on the feedback;, 'an occupant comfort module including instructions that when executed by the one or more processors cause the one or more processors to, 'a control module including instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, causes a change to at least one setting of the vehicle system based on the adjustment determined by the occupant comfort ...

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Номер записи: 28
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Vehicle ceiling structure

Номер: US20140110974A1
Автор: Yasunori Uchida
Принадлежит: Toyota Boshoku Corp

A vehicle ceiling structure includes a ceiling interior material that covers a curtain shield air bag with a terminal side; an assist grip attached to a body panel through an attachment hole formed in the ceiling interior material; and an attachment portion provided on the assist grip, the attachment portion being in contact with or facing to outer circumference of the attachment hole in a surface of the ceiling interior material in a vehicle cabin side, wherein the vehicle ceiling structure on a surface thereof in a vehicle cabin outer side has an annular groove on outer circumference of the attachment portion in such a manner that the annular groove surround the attachment portion.

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Номер записи: 29
02-02-2017 дата публикации

INTERIOR PART OF VEHICLE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20170028937A1
Автор: Hori Takuya, KOBAYASHI Yukihito, LAI Meimei, SEKINO Hiroshi, TADOKORO Satoshi
Принадлежит:

An interior part of vehicle capable of improving in design property is manufactured by joining a plurality of pieces of a layered cloth having at least a skin material and a cushion material. The plurality of pieces to be joined are processed with continuous stitches, and the pieces joined with the stitch processing are sewn up, with the front surfaces put together, along ends to be joined. One of the joined plurality of pieces is folded, thus the plurality of pieces are provided, with the front surfaces facing vehicle interior space. 1. An interior part of vehicle , comprising:a plurality of pieces of a layered cloth including at least a skin material and a cushion material which are manufactured by joining,wherein, a continuous stitch is processed on the plurality of pieces to be joined, andwherein, the plurality of pieces, joined with stitch processing, are sewn up along ends to be joined, with the front surfaces of the plurality of pieces put together, and one of the joined plurality of pieces is folded, and then the plurality of pieces are provided with front surfaces facing vehicle inner space.2. The interior part of vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the layered cloth is formed with three layers of at least the skin material claim 1 , the cushion material and a back base fabric.3. The interior part of vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein a material forming the skin material is leather and that forming the cushion material is urethane.4. The interior part of vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the interior part of vehicle is at least any one of a trim cover of a vehicle seat claim 1 , a door trim claim 1 , sealing claim 1 , and a steering wheel claim 1 , and manufactured by combining a plurality of pieces claim 1 , performing stitch processing with respect to the combined plurality of pieces claim 1 , and sewing up the plurality of pieces.5. The interior part of vehicle according to claim 4 , wherein the interior part of vehicle is a part forming at ...

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Номер записи: 30
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Seat illuminating system

Номер: US20180029531A1
Автор: Davide MAGATTI, Paolo Di Trapani
Принадлежит: CoeLux SRL

A seat illuminating system ( 101 D) for, in particular sunlight-like, illuminating a target region ( 144 ) comprises a seat arrangement ( 140 ) having a seat surface ( 142 A). The target region ( 144 ) is defined for a person sitting on the seat surface ( 142 A). The seat illuminating system ( 101 D) comprises further a mounting structure ( 150 A) being spatially fixed with respect to the seat arrangement ( 140 ); a reflector unit ( 106 ) mounted at the mounting structure ( 150 A) and comprising a reflective surface and a luminous layer for homogenously emitting diffuse light at a first color, the luminous layer extending in front of the reflective surface and comprising a visible front area section ( 110 A) of the reflector unit ( 106 ). The seat illuminating system ( 101 D) comprises further a light projector ( 102 ) mounted at the mounting structure ( 150 A) and configured to generate a light beam ( 103 ) adapted in size for comprehensively illuminating the visible front area section ( 110 A) such that at least a portion of the light beam ( 103 ) passes through the luminous layer before and after being reflected by the reflective surface, thereby forming an illuminating light beam ( 103 A) at a second color directed onto the target region ( 144 ).

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Номер записи: 31
09-02-2017 дата публикации

TRIM COMPONENT FOR VEHICLE INTERIOR

Номер: US20170036638A1
Автор: Cowelchuk Glenn A, Deyoung Jeffrey A, Fox Bart W
Принадлежит:

A vehicle interior component is disclosed. The component may be a trim component configured to support an airbag module providing an airbag configured to be deployed through an opening into the vehicle interior. The trim component may comprise a panel comprising a first material and providing a front side and a back side; and a structure formed from a second material molded on the back side of the panel. The panel may comprise a compression-formed component. The compression-formed component may be configured to provide the opening through a door established upon deployment of the airbag to facilitate deployment of the airbag. The structure may be configured to support the airbag module and to direct the airbag toward the door during deployment of the airbag. The compression-formed component may comprise a feature formed within the panel configured to establish the opening at the door to be created by the airbag at the feature upon deployment of the airbag from the airbag module so that the airbag will deploy through the panel at the opening. A method of manufacturing a vehicle trim component is also disclosed. The method includes disposing a fiber panel within a mold cavity and aligning an airbag chute assembly with the fiber panel and compressing the fiber panel within the mold cavity to form the fiber panel into a desired shape. At least a portion of the fiber panel is compressed between a surface of the mold cavity and a surface of the airbag chute assembly. 1. A trim component for a vehicle interior configured to support an airbag module providing an airbag configured to be deployed through an opening into the vehicle interior comprising:(a) a panel comprising a first material and providing a front side and a back side; and(b) a structure formed from a second material molded on the back side of the panel;wherein the panel comprises a compression-formed component;wherein the compression-formed component is configured to provide the opening through a door ...

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Номер записи: 32
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Interior Trim Part For A Motor Vehicle and Method Of Its Manufacture

Номер: US20180037174A1
Автор: CANNON Carter Scott, RIJPKEMA Henk, SEEGERS Huib
Принадлежит:

The disclosure relates to an interior trim part for a motor vehicle, which comprises: a support component and a cover layer on a visible side of the support component, wherein the support component has an opening which is covered by the cover layer, and an insert, which is received in the opening and has a top side which is covered by the cover layer, wherein the insert receives an electrical function module or is coupled to the same, which function module is equipped in order to emit and/or receive light and/or signals through the surface of the insert and the cover layer. 1. An interior trim part for a motor vehicle , which comprises:a support component and a cover layer on a visible side of the support component, wherein the support component has an opening which is covered by the cover layer, and an insert, which is received in the opening and has a top side, which is covered by the cover layer, wherein the insert receives an electrical function module which is equipped to at least one of emit and receive at least one of light and a signal through the surface of the insert and the cover layer or is coupled to the same.2. The interior trim part according to claim 1 , wherein the electrical function module comprises at least one of illumination claim 1 , display and control devices.3. The interior trim part according to claim 1 , wherein the cover layer is single-layered or multi-layered and can comprise a decorative layer or a foam layer and a decorative layer.4. The interior trim part according to claim 3 , wherein the foam layer in the region of the insert has a recess so that the top side of the insert adjoins the back side of the decorative layer.5. The interior trim part according to claim 3 , wherein no portion of the foam layer of the cover layer is present between the insert and the decorative layer.6. The interior trim part according to claim 1 , wherein the insert on its top side has a transparent claim 1 , semi-transparent or translucent cover.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 33
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Method for stitching vehicle interior components and components formed from the method

Номер: US20150042117A1
Автор: Edward J. Wenzel, Patrick Eckhout, Ramez M. Habhab
Принадлежит: Individual

A method of applying stitching to an interior component is provided herein. The interior component having only a single layer of a substrate layer. The method including the steps of: a) penetrating substrate layer with an awl to form a piercing therethrough; b) retracting the awl from the substrate layer; c) inserting a needle of a robotic sewing head through the piercing through the substrate layer to grasp a thread positioned on a show surface of the outer skin layer; d) pulling the thread through the substrate layer; e) looping the thread with a previous stitch passed through the substrate layer; f) advancing the robotic sewing head to another position with respect to the interior component, wherein a backside of the substrate layer is free of obstructions; and g) repeating steps a-f until a predetermined amount of stitches are applied to the interior component.

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Номер записи: 34
24-02-2022 дата публикации

TRUCK BED

Номер: US20220055546A1
Автор: Lagerskiold Jens, PERSSON Henrik
Принадлежит: Metso Outotec Sweden AB

An on-road truck body lining for protecting an on-road truck body from wear. The on-road truck body lining includes a plurality of main lining elements and a plurality of edge lining elements. Each main lining element includes a load-facing element having one or more transition sides, each transition side being adapted to meet a corresponding transition side of an adjacent edge lining element. A reinforcement plate having a main portion is fixedly attached to the load-facing element in a stacked configuration and having one or more end portions, each of the one or more end portions protruding out from a transition side of the load-facing element to form a respective flange. In use, the one or more end portions of the reinforcement plate are each arranged to be covered by a respective adjacent edge lining element such that the respective adjacent edge lining element, upon being fixated, clamps the main lining element to the on-road truck body. 116.-. (canceled)17. An on-road truck body lining for protecting an on-road truck body from wear , said on-road truck body lining comprising:a plurality of main lining elements, anda plurality of edge lining elements arranged to be fixated to the on-road truck body, each main lining element comprising:a load-facing element having one or more transition sides, each transition side being adapted to meet a corresponding transition side of an adjacent edge lining element of the plurality of edge lining elements, anda reinforcement plate having a main portion being fixedly attached to the load-facing element in a stacked configuration, and one or more end portions, each of the one or more end portions protruding out from a respective transition side of the load-facing element so as to form a respective flange, such that, in use of the on-road truck body lining, the one or more end portions of the reinforcement plate are each arranged to be covered by a respective adjacent edge lining element such that said respective adjacent edge ...

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Номер записи: 35
07-02-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE INTERIOR STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190039534A1
Автор: Matsuda Kazuhiro, TORIUMI Takahiro
Принадлежит: Calsonic Kansei Corporation

To prevent a vehicle body member from being damaged when an interior component is attached. In a vehicle interior structure, an interior component is fastened to a vehicle body member provided interior of a vehicle by an engagement portion. The engagement portion includes a hole formed in the vehicle body member, a claw portion provided in the interior component, and a pedestal provided in a base part of the claw portion. A guide portion is provided in the vehicle body member to guide the pedestal before the claw portion is fitted into the hole to engage with the hole, so as to prevent an end portion of the interior component from contacting the vehicle body member. 1. A vehicle interior structure comprising:a vehicle body member provided in an interior of a vehicle;an interior component attached to the vehicle body member;an engagement portion that fastens the interior component to the vehicle body member; anda guide portion provided in the vehicle body member, whereinthe engagement portion comprises a hole formed in the vehicle body member, a claw portion provided in the interior component, and a pedestal provided in a base part of the claw portion,the guide portion guides the pedestal before the claw portion is fitted into the hole to engage with the hole, so as to prevent an end portion of the interior component from contacting the vehicle body member, andthe guide portion is free from guiding the pedestal when the claw portion is fitted into the hole to engage with the hole.2. (canceled)3. The vehicle interior structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe guide portion extends in a fitting direction of the claw portion into the hole, andthe guide portion is shorter than the pedestal.4. The vehicle interior structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe vehicle body member comprises an instrument panel and a center member mounted on a center portion of the instrument panel in a vehicle width direction,the interior component is a glove box disposed close to the center ...

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Номер записи: 36
15-02-2018 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PREVENTING CONTAMINATION OF EMERGENCY VEHICLES

Номер: US20180043843A1
Автор: GUERCIA Leonard, HOLDSWORTH Robert, HORTON Kenneth R., KELLEHER Martin, TROTTA Frederick J.
Принадлежит:

A liner for installation in an interior space of an emergency vehicle to prevent surface contamination. The liner is secured with a system of grommets and clips, allowing the liner to be easily installed when needed and removed after use. The liner is designed to be easily installable and disposable, while enabling medical staff to operate within the emergency vehicle essentially unhindered by its presence. In some embodiments, the liner is stored in a container under put into use and then disposed of in that same container. 17-. (canceled)8. A method for preventing contamination of an interior of an emergency vehicle comprising:providing a container containing a bio-bag, said container comprising a liner contained therein;removing said liner from said container;pulling an end of said liner through an opening in said emergency vehicle; positioning an opposing end of said liner adjacent said opening; clipping said liner to an interior surface of said emergency vehicle via a plurality of clips and grommets;unclipping said clips, grommets, and liner from said interior surface; returning said clips, grommets, and liner to said bio-bag; anddisposing of said container.91. The method for preventing contamination of interior surfaces of an emergency vehicle according to claim , wherein said opposing end includes a flap substantially covering said opening.101. The method for preventing contamination of interior surfaces of an emergency vehicle according to claim , wherein said opening is a back door of said emergency vehicle.111. The method for preventing contamination of interior surfaces of an emergency vehicle according to claim , wherein the step of clipping said liner to an interior surface of said emergency vehicle provides 360 degree protection to said interior of the emergency vehicle. This application is a National Stage filing of International Patent Application No. PCT/US2016/023168, filed Mar. 18, 2016, which claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional ...

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Номер записи: 37
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Heat Shield for a Heat- and Sound-Radiating Component in a Motor Vehicle

Номер: US20180043845A1
Автор: HOLLNBUCHNER Robert, HUETTENBRENNER Alexander, VEIT Christian
Принадлежит:

The invention provides a heat shield for a heat- and sound-radiating component in a vehicle. The heat shield includes a carrier which has an inner side which, in the mounted state, faces the component and on which a continuous insulating material is arranged, for the absorption of heat and sound which are produced by the component. The carrier has a plurality of apertures in order to reduce sound radiation of the carrier. The provided embodiment and arrangement of the apertures, and the arrangement of the insulating material on the inner side significantly improve the sound- and heat-insulating properties of the heat shield. 1. A heat shield for a heat- and sound-radiating component in a vehicle , the heat shield comprising:a carrier which has an inner side which, in a mounted state, faces the component and on which an insulating material is arranged, for absorption of heat and sound which are produced by the component,wherein the carrier has a plurality of apertures in order to reduce sound radiation of the carrier.2. The heat shield according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of apertures in each case have a size ranging from 5 to 500 cm.3. The heat shield according to claim 1 , wherein the carrier has at least 2 and at most 30 apertures.4. The heat shield according to claim 2 , wherein the carrier has at least 2 and at most 30 apertures.5. The heat shield according to claim 1 , wherein the insulating material is a flexible material.6. The heat shield according to claim 5 , wherein the flexible material is made of mineral fibers.7. The heat shield according to claim 1 , wherein a top ply is applied on the insulating material on an inner side claim 1 , for holding together the insulating material.8. The heat shield according to claim 6 , wherein a top ply is applied on the insulating material on an inner side claim 6 , for holding together the insulating material.9. The heat shield according to claim 8 , wherein the top ply is configured as a perforated sheet ...

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Номер записи: 38
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Extruded support members for facilitating access to a vehicle and related methods

Номер: US20190047477A1
Автор: Robert Crandall
Принадлежит: Robert Crandall

Support devices and their components are disclosed. The support device facilitates access to a vehicle and includes an elongate support member, brackets for mounting the elongate support member to a vehicle, and a step affixed to the elongate support member. The step can be movable relative to the support member after fastening the step to the support member.

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Номер записи: 39
25-02-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE RETROFIT PROVIDING EXTENDED INTERIOR WIDTH

Номер: US20210053507A1
Автор: SCHELER SONJA
Принадлежит:

An accessory body panel includes a recessed feature. The body panel is mounted at the exterior surface of the vehicle body over an opening or hole formed in the vehicle body. The opening can correspond to an OEM window cut-out. The mounted body panel creates an indentation present at the interior side of the vehicle body, which effectively extends the available interior space in the lateral or transverse direction. 115-. (canceled)16. A method for installing a vehicle body panel to a vehicle , the method comprising:forming an opening in a region of a body of the vehicle;mounting the vehicle body panel to the body of the vehicle over the opening, the vehicle body panel defining a recessed region; andmounting a trim ring to the body of the vehicle in the recessed region of the vehicle body panel.1720-. (canceled)21. The method of claim 16 , wherein:an interior surface of the body of the vehicle includes at least one original equipment manufacturer reference feature, andforming the opening in the region of the body of the vehicle comprises removing the region of the body of the vehicle defined by the at least one original equipment.22. The method of claim 16 , wherein forming the opening in the region of the body of the vehicle comprises machining the region of the body of the vehicle to define the opening.23. The method of claim 16 , wherein forming the opening in the region of the body of the vehicle comprises forming the opening in a rear quarter panel of the vehicle.24. The method of claim 16 , wherein mounting the vehicle body panel to the body of the vehicle comprises adhering the vehicle body panel to the body of the vehicle.25. The method of claim 24 , wherein:the vehicle body panel defines a flange, andadhering the vehicle body panel to the body of the vehicle comprises applying adhesive to the flange of the vehicle body panel.26. The method of claim 16 , wherein mounting the vehicle body panel to the body of the vehicle comprises mounting the vehicle body ...

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Номер записи: 40
25-02-2021 дата публикации

METHODS OF VISUALLY CHECKING FOR ALIGNMENT BETWEEN INSTRUMENT PANEL ORNAMENTS AND DOOR ORNAMENTS USING ALIGNMENT TOOLS

Номер: US20210053508A1
Автор: Foley Tammy Michelle, Hitchcock Stephen David, McGuire Andrew Ivor
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.

A method of visually checking for alignment between an instrument panel ornament and a door ornament is provided. The method includes locating an enlarged head portion of an alignment tool on a top edge of the instrument panel ornament. The enlarged head portion includes a side measurement feature with a height for checking for a misalignment condition between the instrument panel ornament and the door ornament. It is determined whether a top edge of the door trim ornament is located within the height of the side measurement feature with the enlarged head portion resting on the top edge of the instrument panel ornament. 1. A method of visually checking for alignment between an instrument panel ornament and a door ornament , the method comprising:locating an enlarged head portion of an alignment tool on a top edge of the instrument panel ornament, the enlarged head portion comprising a side measurement feature with a height for checking for a misalignment condition between the instrument panel ornament and the door ornament; anddetermining whether a top edge of the door trim ornament is located within the height of the side measurement feature with the enlarged head portion resting on the top edge of the instrument panel ornament.2. The method of comprising manually locating the enlarged head portion on the top edge of the instrument panel ornament using a handle connected to the enlarged head.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of locating the enlarged head on the top edge of the instrument panel comprising positioning the side measurement feature alongside a side edge of the instrument panel ornament.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the alignment tool in a single claim 1 , molded part.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the side measurement feature is located at a side edge of the enlarged head portion.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the side measurement feature includes a notch located at one half the height of the side measurement feature.7. A method ...

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Номер записи: 41
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Method for fabricating a vehicle interior trim part and vehicle interior trim part

Номер: US20180050948A1
Автор: Othmane Faik, Stephen Bellagamba
Принадлежит: FAURECIA INNENRAUM SYSTEME GMBH

The present application relates to a method for fabricating a vehicle interior trim part. The proposed method comprises the step of providing a glass panel with a backside and a first and a second region. In a further step, a first stiffener is attached to the first region of the glass panel. Thereby, a stiffened region of the glass panel is formed. The method further comprises the step of bending the second region of the glass panel by cold forming so that a bent region of the glass panel is formed in a region adjacent to the stiffened region. The method further comprises the step of holding the glass panel in shape using a means of fixation.

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Номер записи: 42
01-03-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR REDUCING REFLECTANCE OF BRIGHT DECORATIVE TRIM UNDER HIGH AMBIENT LIGHT CONDITIONS

Номер: US20180056891A1
Автор: Bilger Donald Paul, Dassanayake Mahendra Somasara, Lovejoy Megan May
Принадлежит:

In a dimmable trim component for a vehicle interior, a trim article includes a reflective member having a photoreactive or an electro-optic coating disposed over the reflective member. The reflective member is configured to reflect ambient light. The coating is a bistable coating and is operable between a first light transmissive state and a second light transmissive state. When in the first light transmissive state, ambient light is transmitted to the reflective member for reflection by the reflective member through the coating. When in the second light transmissive state, a portion of the ambient light is absorbed by the coating and therefore, not reflected by the reflective member, such that the coating provides a dimming effect to the trim article in high ambient conditions. 1. A dimmable trim component for a vehicle interior , comprising:a trim panel including an elongate accent trim portion having a reflective layer configured to reflect an amount of ambient light; anda photoreactive layer disposed over the reflective layer, the photoreactive layer being operable between a ground state and an excited state, wherein the photoreactive layer reduces the amount of ambient light reflected by the reflective layer in the excited state.2. The dimmable trim component of claim 1 , wherein the photoreactive layer is substantially transparent in the ground state.3. The dimmable trim component of claim 2 , wherein the photoreactive layer is substantially translucent in the excited state.4. The dimmable trim component of claim 3 , wherein the photoreactive layer absorbs ambient light in the excited state.5. The dimmable trim component of claim 4 , wherein the photoreactive layer includes a photochromic dye claim 4 , and further wherein the photochromic dye is a first color when the photochromic layer is in the ground state claim 4 , and further wherein the photochromic dye is a second color that is different from the first color when the photochromic layer is in the excited ...

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Номер записи: 43
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Installation apparatus for mounting a garnish onto a vehicle structure and methods of making and using the same

Номер: US20210061190A1
Автор: Alexander A. GONCALVES
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

An installation apparatus for mounting a garnish on a vehicle can include a jig, a tool and a controller. The jig can be placed on a predetermined portion of the flange and in a predetermined orientation relative to the flange. The jig can orient the tool in a predetermined orientation relative to the garnish when the jig is placed on the vehicle and the garnish is positioned adjacent to the vehicle. The controller can be configured to indicate an install complete condition based on force data and tool proximity data, where the force data is indicative of a force applied by the tool onto the garnish while the tool installs the garnish onto the first portion, and the tool proximity data is indicative of a proximity of the tool relative to a portion of the vehicle after the tool mounts the garnish onto the vehicle.

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Номер записи: 44
20-02-2020 дата публикации

EXHAUST SHIELD ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20200055560A1
Автор: Lehrbaum Daniel, Nash Scott, Pittman David M., Welliver Michael, Zinser Gary
Принадлежит:

An exhaust assembly for a vehicle. The exhaust assembly includes a header assembly including one or more head pipes, and a bridge with a first end and a second end that is opposite the first end. The first and second ends are secured to the header assembly. The exhaust assembly further includes a shield assembly including a shield shaped to cover a portion of the header assembly and a retainer secured to the shield and supported by the bridge by a planar clamp joint therebetween. 1. An exhaust assembly for a vehicle , the exhaust assembly comprising:a header assembly including one or more head pipes;a bridge including a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the first and second ends secured to the header assembly; and a shield shaped to cover a portion of the header assembly, and', 'a retainer secured to the shield and supported by the bridge by a planar clamp joint therebetween., 'a shield assembly including'}2. The exhaust assembly of claim 1 , wherein the planar clamp joint provides the retainer with three degrees of freedom relative to the bridge.3. The exhaust assembly of claim 2 , wherein a first degree of freedom is a translation degree of freedom along a first axis that is parallel to an axis of the header assembly claim 2 , a second degree of freedom is a translation degree of freedom along a second axis that is perpendicular to the first axis claim 2 , and a third degree of freedom is a rotational degree of freedom that is about a third axis that is perpendicular to both the first and second axes.4. The exhaust assembly of claim 2 , wherein the planar clamp joint is maintained by friction between the retainer and the bridge.5. The exhaust assembly of claim 4 , wherein the retainer is adapted to move upon a thermal expansion of the header assembly that exceeds a thermal expansion of the shield within the three degrees of freedom to avoid thermal expansion stressing of the joint.6. The exhaust assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the ...

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Номер записи: 45
28-02-2019 дата публикации

Molded Part and a Method for Manufacturing Such a Molded Part

Номер: US20190061614A1
Автор: Tobias Neuner
Принадлежит: Novem Car Interior Design GmbH

A molded part can comprise a backing and a decorative layer. The decorative layer has a back side facing the backing and a visible front side. A transparent or translucent layer is provided on the front side of the decorative layer, with a light source being provided about the molded part. An optical fiber can be connected to the light source on the visible, front side of the decorative layer. The optical fiber(s) can run parallel to the front side of the decorative layer in one or more grooves in at least some sections on the front side of the decorative layer. The optical fiber(s) may be formed by a transparent or translucent filler material introduced into the groove(s), the refractive index of the filler material being greater than the refractive index of the high-gloss layer. Implementations further include a method of making the same.

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Номер записи: 46
28-02-2019 дата публикации

DOOR TRIM

Номер: US20190061644A1
Автор: FUJITA Masahiro, Ohtsuka Manabu
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A door trim includes a door trim base that has a fitting hole, and an ornament. The ornament has a fitting lug, and is configured to be attached to the door trim base with the fitting lug fitted into the fitting hole. The ornament includes an ornament base in which the fitting lug is provided and a high-brittleness portion that is fixed to the ornament base and of which at least a portion is more brittle than the ornament base and the door trim base and the ornament are connected to each other by a strap that has an excess length when the fitting lug is fitted into the fitting hole. 1. A door trim comprising:a door trim base that has a fitting hole; andan ornament that has a fitting lug, the ornament being configured to be attached to the door trim base with the fitting lug fitted into the fitting hole, wherein:the ornament includes an ornament base in which the fitting lug is provided and a high-brittleness portion that is fixed to the ornament base and of which at least a portion is more brittle than the ornament base; andthe door trim base and the ornament are connected to each other by a strap that has an excess length when the fitting lug is fitted into the fitting hole.2. The door trim according to claim 1 , wherein:the door trim base is provided with a first hook-and-loop fastener portion; andthe ornament is provided with a second hook-and-loop fastener portion to be bonded to the first hook-and-loop fastener portion.3. The door trim according to claim 1 , wherein the at least portion of the high-brittleness portion is formed of at least one of glass or stone.4. The door trim according to claim 1 , wherein the strap is attached to the ornament base of the ornament. This application claims priority to Japanese Patent Application No. 2017-159921 filed on Aug. 23, 2017, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety including the specification, drawings and abstract.The disclosure relates to a door trim for a vehicle, particularly to a door trim to ...

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Номер записи: 47
28-02-2019 дата публикации

Trim element on a vehicle and method of manufacturing same

Номер: US20190061646A1
Автор: Marc Huttenlocher
Принадлежит: Magna Exteriors GmbH

A trim element on a vehicle is comprised of at least one trim element body and a design area that is modified to individualize the vehicle appearance. The design area includes at least one plastic panel which is structured for a three-dimensional appearance by laser processing, with the outer surface being unaffected.

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Номер записи: 48
10-03-2016 дата публикации

Front pillar garnish

Номер: US20160068115A1
Автор: Keisuke INAGAWA, Masayuki Kito, Tadashi Nagae, Yoshifumi Tatsuta
Принадлежит: Toyota Boshoku Corp

A front pillar garnish to be mounted to a front pillar in an interior of a vehicle includes a garnish body. The garnish body includes a first garnish component and a second garnish component. The first garnish component includes a first design surface. The second garnish component includes a second design surface. At least one of the first garnish component and the second garnish component includes a garnish component body and a shock absorbing portion that extends from the garnish component body over a back surface of the other one of the first garnish component and the second garnish component. The shock absorbing portion is integrally formed with the garnish component body.

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Номер записи: 49
27-02-2020 дата публикации

HEADLINER SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20200062195A1
Автор: Armitage, Boardman Amy M., Forgette Paul Alan, Hill Anna Miller, JR. Robert Ralph, Stakoe John Andrew
Принадлежит:

A headliner system includes a plurality of segments connected together and outlining a central opening and a central section received in the central opening. The central section is selected from a group of different panels incorporating different functional features. 1. A headliner system , comprising:a plurality of segments connected together and outlining a central opening; anda central section received in and closing said central opening.2. The headliner system of wherein said central section is selected from a group consisting of a noise claim 1 , vibration and harshness panel claim 1 , a radiant heat source panel claim 1 , a reflective heat source panel claim 1 , a multisection panel incorporating an overhead air bag grid system claim 1 , a display panel claim 1 , a central panel including a pull-down divider claim 1 , an aesthetic panel claim 1 , a panorama roof panel claim 1 , a sun roof panel or combinations thereof.3. The headliner system of claim 2 , wherein said noise claim 2 , vibration and harshness panel claim 2 , said radiant heat source panel claim 2 , said reflective heat source panel claim 2 , said multisection panel incorporating said overhead air bag grid system claim 2 , said display panel claim 2 , said central panel including a pull-down divide claim 2 , said aesthetic panel claim 2 , said panorama roof panel and said sun roof panel are interchangeable.4. The headliner system of claim 3 , wherein each of said plurality of segments comprises (a) a unitary body including a substrate having an A surface and a B surface claim 3 , (b) a secondary component carried on said B surface and (c) a laminated surface covering on said A surface.5. The headliner system of claim 4 , wherein said plurality of segments include a first segment claim 4 , a second segment claim 4 , a third segment and a fourth segment.6. The headliner system of claim 1 , wherein said central section is a noise claim 1 , vibration and harshness panel.7. The headliner system of ...

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Номер записи: 50
08-03-2018 дата публикации

Cargo Liner For Enclosed Pet Bed

Номер: US20180065572A1
Автор: Koskey James Donald
Принадлежит:

A cargo liner for an enclosed vehicle has a water proof flexible material with a central section and a pair of butterfly wings. A number of first attachment points are space along an edge of one of the pair of butterfly wings. A pair of straps is located on a first edge of the central section. A number of adjustable straps each have a second attachment point at a first end of the adjustable straps. A number of suction cups are attached to the adjustable straps. The cargo liner is easily installed, is inexpensive to ship because it can fold down to a small package, and is adjustable to fit a wide variety of vehicles. 1. A cargo liner for an enclosed vehicle , comprising:a water proof flexible material having a central section and a pair of side wings;a plurality of first attachment points along an edge of one of the pair of side wings;a pair of straps on a first edge of the central section;a plurality of adjustable straps each having a second attachment point at a first end of the plurality of adjustable straps; anda plurality of suction cups each attached to one of the plurality of adjustable straps.2. The cargo liner of claim 1 , wherein each of the pair of side wings has a flap.3. The cargo liner of claim 2 , further including a pair of connection strips on the water proof flexible material adjacent to the first edge of the central section.4. The cargo liner of claim 3 , further including a mating pair of connection strips on a back side of the flaps of the pair of side wings that engage the pair of connection strips on the water proof flexible material adjacent to the first edge of the central section.5. The cargo liner of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of first attachment points are snaps.6. The cargo liner of claim 3 , wherein the pair of connection strips are one part of a hook and loop fastener.7. The cargo liner of claim 1 , further including a plurality of hook strips on a back side of the pair of side wings.8. A cargo liner for an enclosed vehicle claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 51
09-03-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE TRIM COMPONENT

Номер: US20170066401A1
Автор: Cowelchuk Glenn Allen, Jacobs Wilhelmus Jacobus Gerardus, Pokorzynski Tony M., Springer Heather Rae, Stout Jeffrey
Принадлежит:

A vehicle trim component is disclosed. A method for forming the trim component is also disclosed. The trim component is configured to support an airbag chute providing an airbag. The airbag is configured to be deployed through an opening. The trim component may comprise (a) a substrate a structure, (b) a cover comprising a skin made of a thermoplastic material (e.g. TPO having a substantially constant thickness of less than 0.7 mm) and a support layer coupled to the skin, and (c) a thermoplastic (e.g. foam) layer between the cover and the substrate. The thermoplastic foam) layer may be configured to attach the cover to the substrate. The airbag chute may be secured between the thermoplastic (e.g. foam) layer and the substrate. The support layer may be made of a foam material (e.g. polypropylene and/or polyethylene foam). The process for forming the trim component may comprise the steps of (a) providing a skin; (b) applying a support layer to the skin to create a cover; (c) providing the cover in a mold; (d) providing an airbag chute in the mold; (e) providing a substrate in the mold; and (I) injecting a thermoplastic (e.g. foam) material between the cover and the substrate. 1. A trim component for a vehicle interior configured to provide an opening for deployment of an airbag from a chute through the opening comprising:(a) a substrate providing a structure;(b) a cover comprising a skin layer and a support layer coupled to the skin layer; and(c) a core layer configured to attach the cover to the substrate;wherein the skin layer comprises a thermoplastic material provided in a generally uniform thickness less than 0.7 mm.2. The trim component of wherein the support layer is provided in a thickness in a range between 1 mm and 4 mm.3. The trim component of wherein the chute is secured between the core layer and the substrate.4. The trim component of wherein the core layer comprises a foam layer; wherein the foam layer is formed from a foam material applied as a liquid ...

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Номер записи: 52
09-03-2017 дата публикации

Protective plate for underside of vehicles

Номер: US20170066483A1
Автор: Roger Apostolico
Принадлежит: Individual

A shield used to protect fuel harness and an electrical harness is provided. The shield is formed of a substantially flat plate having a substantially planar surface. The plate includes a first end opposite a second end, and a first side opposite a second side. The first and second sides are formed along the length of the plate. At least one flange is formed by a first bend along the first side of the plate. The first end is positioned to secure to gas tank skid plate of a vehicle. The second end is positioned to secure to a chassis of the vehicle. The at least one flange is positioned to secure to a pinch weld of the vehicle. The plate is thereby secured to the underside of the vehicle covering the fuel harness and the electrical harness.

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Номер записи: 53
11-03-2021 дата публикации

Operator control and display device for a motor vehicle, method for operating an operator control and display device for a motor vehicle and motor vehicle having an operator control and display device

Номер: US20210070172A1
Автор: Jacques Helot
Принадлежит: Audi AG

A proximity-sensitive and touch-sensitive screen includes a display area with first and second segments, the second segment arranged on the first segment along a contact line, on an operator control and display device. At least the second segment can be pivoted, along the contact line, with respect to the first segment to temporarily form an operator control element, thereby providing easier and more reliable operator control.

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Номер записи: 54
24-03-2022 дата публикации

Head-up display unit for vehicle with flocking and methods for flocking

Номер: US20220089027A1
Автор: Ching Fong, Franky Tenka
Принадлежит: Yazaki North America Inc

Methods of flocking and various embodiments of head-up displays for a vehicle are contemplated. Some embodiments of a head-up display unit can include a display unit configured to display an image onto an observation surface of a vehicle and trim structure located about a periphery of the display unit. The trim structure can have an exterior surface configured to be exposed to an interior compartment of the vehicle. A substantially uniform and continuous adhesive layer can be located directly on and in contact with an entire extent of the exterior surface. Flocking can be applied by an air gun such that flocking is dispersed directly on and in contact with the adhesive layer and such that no backing layer exists between the flocking and the exterior surface. Some embodiments of the methods of flocking can include spraying an adhesive and spraying flocking onto trim for a head-up display device.

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Номер записи: 55
07-03-2019 дата публикации

SECUREMENT OF INSULATION IN VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURES

Номер: US20190071032A1
Автор: BERHARD Werner, SCHAEFER Thilo, Weingaertner Peter
Принадлежит:

A semi-rigid panel of foam insulation is secured transversely between the front fenders and certain body structures of a motor vehicle at several locations. Specifically, the insulation is located and secured to the fender by a retainer or clip having a channel that receives the insulation panel; the panel includes projections or lugs that are complementary to and seat within with frame or body member openings, ribs or other features; is secured within an integrated bracket or holder in the upper plenum having a slot or channel having a width equal to the thickness of the insulation; and includes a hook or lip that is received within an air inlet of the heating and air conditioning system of the vehicle. 1. A mounting configuration in a motor vehicle , the mounting configuration comprising:a fender;a panel of insulation having a contoured surface conforming to an inner surface of the fender, a projection and a hook;a retainer extending upwardly and inwardly from a lip of the fender, the retainer having a notch, wherein the panel of insulation is disposed within the notch;a frame having an aperture, wherein the projection of the panel of insulation is disposed through the aperture;an air inlet having a flange, wherein the hook of the panel of insulation contacts the flange to locate and secure the panel of insulation; anda bracket disposed between the frame and the air inlet, wherein the panel of insulation frictionally engages the bracket.2. The mounting configuration of wherein the panel of insulation is semi-rigid.3. The mounting configuration of wherein the panel of insulation includes corrugations.4. The mounting configuration of wherein the frame extends longitudinally along the motor vehicle.5. The mounting configuration of wherein the panel of insulation is disposed transversely in the motor vehicle.6. (canceled)7. The mounting configuration of wherein the panel of insulation is preformed.815.-. (canceled)16. The mounting configuration of wherein the retainer ...

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Номер записи: 56
16-03-2017 дата публикации

TRIM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20170072871A1
Автор: Bittner Norfried, Gerndorf Ralf, Nüsken Axel, Schulte Martin, Schulze Zur Wiesche Jochen
Принадлежит:

A trim made of plastics for a vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, comprises a first component () made of plastics and a second component () made of plastics. To improve such trim, the first component () is at least partly transparent or semi-transparent. The second component () includes one or more recesses () for a display element and/or for an input element (FIG. ). 1. A vehicle trim for supporting an illuminable electronic element , the vehicle trim comprising:a first component formed of an at least semitransparent first material, the first component having an outer surface defining a portion of an exterior of the vehicle trim; anda second component formed of a second material less transparent than the first material, the second component formed directly on the first component and the second material substantially covering an inner surface of the first component, and the second component defining a recess that is free from the second material.2. The vehicle trim of wherein the second material completely covers the inner surface of the first component.3. The vehicle trim of wherein the second component defines an inner surface of the vehicle trim.4. The vehicle trim of wherein the first component includes a peripheral edge and the second material substantially covers the inner surface of the first component and extends to the entirety of the peripheral edge.5. The vehicle trim of wherein the recess is configured to receive the illuminable electronic element and when illuminated the electronic element is visible through the outer surface of the first component.6. The vehicle trim of further comprising a frame protruding from a rear portion of the second component and adjacent to the recess.7. The vehicle trim of wherein the recess is defined by a border of the second component disposed inside and spaced apart from the frame.8. The vehicle trim of wherein the recess is defined by an edge of the second component directly adjacent the frame.9. The vehicle trim of ...

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Номер записи: 57
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Interior trim of a motor vehicle

Номер: US20200070740A1
Автор: Alessandra Sorrentino, Stefan Schmitz
Принадлежит: Dr Ing HCF Porsche AG

An interior trim covers sections of door cutouts ( 1 a, 1 b ) of a motor vehicle body facing a floor. The interior trim has a first trim panel ( 2 a ) for covering a section ( 3 a ) of the first door cutout ( 1 a ) facing the vehicle floor, a second trim panel ( 2 b ) for covering a section ( 3 b ) of the second door cutout ( 1 b ) facing the vehicle floor ( 31 ), and a third trim panel ( 8 ) that extends in the direction of the B pillar between the door cutouts ( 1 a, 1 b). The trim panels ( 2 a, 2 b, 8 ) compensate for tolerances during assembly of the interior trim so that the first and second trim panels ( 2 a, 2 b ) can be shifted relative to each other in the longitudinal direction, and the third trim panel ( 8 ) and the first and second trim panels ( 2 a, 2 b ) can be shifted relative to each other in the vertical direction.

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Номер записи: 58
14-03-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle trim element comprising a deformable part for delimiting a functional space

Номер: US20190077263A1
Автор: Eric VANEL, FERNANDEZ Rayar, Nicolas Pegorier
Принадлежит: Faurecia Interieur Industrie SAS

The vehicle trim element includes a body defining the outer surface of the trim element, said outer surface including at least one main area and at least one secondary area, the body including at least one deformable part forming a flap movable in the secondary area between a first stable position, in which said flap extends substantially in the continuation of the main area, and at least one second stable position, in which the flap forms a non-zero angle with the main area so as to extend protruding from said main area. In the second position, the flap forms a wall on one side of which a functional space extends opposite the secondary area.

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Номер записи: 59
14-03-2019 дата публикации

TRIM ELEMENTS FOR VEHICLE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT COMPRISING A PIEZOELECTRIC MEMBER

Номер: US20190077340A1
Автор: BEN ABDELAZIZ Omar, BUHANNIC Marion, CARAVANO Cedric, POULET Etienne
Принадлежит:

A trim element for a vehicle includes a cover, a piezoelectric member and a wireless telecommunication device. The cover has a face surface intended to be in contact with a user and a back surface on the opposite side, and the cover has a layer of foam and a covering material. The piezoelectric member is intended to be actuated by the user. The wireless telecommunication device is controlled by the piezoelectric member and adapted for communicating with an electrically controlled functional device for controlling the electrically controlled functional device. The telecommunication device is attached to the back surface of the cover. 1. A trim element for a vehicle comprising:a cover comprising a face surface intended to be in contact with a user and a back surface on the opposite side, the cover comprising a layer of foam and a covering material;a piezoelectric member to be actuated by the user; anda wireless telecommunication device controlled by the piezoelectric member and adapted for communicating with an electrically controlled functional device for controlling said electrically controlled functional device, the telecommunication device being attached to the back surface of the cover.2. The trim element according to claim 1 , wherein the foam layer essentially comprises polyurethane.3. The trim element according to claim 2 , wherein the cover is made by cold forming of the foam sprayed on a substrate and brought onto the back surface of the covering material.4. The trim element according to claim 1 , wherein the piezoelectric member is also fixed to the back surface of the cover.5. The trim element according to claim 4 , wherein a portion of the face surface of the cover covering the piezoelectric member comprises a three-dimensional shape defining a pressing area for the user of the trim element.6. The trim element according to claim 5 , wherein the face surface of the cover comprises claim 5 , in said pressing area claim 5 , a succession of concentric waves ...

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Номер записи: 60
26-03-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE WITH LUMINOUS DISPLAY INSTRUCMENT

Номер: US20150084756A1
Автор: MORI Erol
Принадлежит:

A vehicle has a support structure, on which at least one wall element bounding a passenger cell and a luminous display instrument covered by the wall element are fastened. A light source of the luminous display instrument is positioned in order to shine through a light permeable region of the wall element on a part of its extent. 114-. (canceled)15. A vehicle with a support structure comprising:at least one wall element fastened to the support structure and delimiting a passenger cell;a luminous display instrument fastened to the support structure and having a light source; anda wall element covering the luminous display instrument and having a first light permeable region;wherein the light source is located in a position to shine through the first light permeable region on a part of its extent.16. The vehicle according to claim 15 , wherein the wall element comprises a surrounding region surrounding the first light permeable region claim 15 , wherein the opaque region and the first light permeable region are substantially identically tinted.17. The vehicle according to wherein the first light permeable region has a smaller wall thickness than the surrounding region of the wall element unitarily formed therewith.18. The vehicle according to claim 15 , wherein the light source emits in a first range of the visible light spectrum and the light permeable region of the wall element absorbs the visible light spectrum outside the first range more intensely than the visible light spectrum within the first range.19. The vehicle according to claim 18 , wherein the light source comprises an LED.20. The vehicle according to claim 18 , wherein the luminous display instrument comprises at least one second light source which emits in a second range of the visible light spectrum and is positioned in order to shine through a second region which is light permeable in this second range of the spectrum.21. The vehicle according to claim 20 , wherein the second region is provided on a ...

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Номер записи: 61
24-03-2016 дата публикации

Energy absorbers for roof system and other vehicle structures

Номер: US20160082901A1
Автор: Andreas Bock, Robert Wagschal, Thomas Keller
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

An energy absorber for an overhead system in a vehicle, wherein the energy absorber comprises a sound absorption device. To improve the sound absorption, it is provided that the sound absorption device comprises at least one acoustic membrane formed within a protrusion formed in an energy absorbing panel member.

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Номер записи: 62
23-03-2017 дата публикации

BLOW MOLDED LOAD FLOORS

Номер: US20170080879A1
Автор: Roychoudhury Raj S.
Принадлежит:

A load floor for a vehicle includes a carpet having a tuft attached to a backing, a plurality of inserts attached to a second side of the backing, a top surface fused to the carpet and encapsulating the inserts, and a bottom surface fused to the encapsulated inserts. The inserts may be varied in material, shape, thickness, and spacing to provide a tunable stiffness. A related method includes forming a parison feeding the parison between mold halves shaped like a load floor, hanging a carpet and a plurality of inserts in the first mold half, clamping the parison by moving the mold halves together to form a mold, and pushing the parison outward, using blown air, such that the parison is adjacent the backing in the first mold forming a top surface and encapsulating the inserts, and adjacent the second mold half forming a bottom surface fused to the parison encapsulating the inserts. 1. A load floor for a vehicle , comprising:a carpet having a tuft attached to a first side of a backing;a plurality of inserts attached to a second side of said backing;a top surface fused to said second side of said carpet and encapsulating said plurality of inserts; anda bottom surface fused to said encapsulated inserts.2. The load floor for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein said top surface is thinner than said bottom surface.3. The load floor for a vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a second carpet having a tuft attached to a first side of a backing claim 1 , wherein said bottom surface is fused to a second side of said backing of said second carpet along a first side of said bottom surface and to said encapsulated inserts along a second side of said bottom surface.4. The load floor for a vehicle claim 1 , wherein each of said plurality of inserts is a paper claim 1 , a paper core claim 1 , a reinforced plastic claim 1 , a recycled plastic claim 1 , or a metal.5. The load floor for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of said plurality of inserts are non-linear.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 63
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle interior component and vehicle

Номер: US20190084440A1
Автор: Akihisa KOGURE, Shunya Watanabe, Yuji Yoshihara
Принадлежит: Kasai Kogyo Co Ltd, Subaru Corp

To provide a vehicle interior component having a sufficient air intake performance and excellent appearance, and a vehicle therewith. A luggage side trim is arranged between a seat back of a seat for an occupant and a vehicle body side portion. The luggage side trim includes a trim body that includes an air inlet port through which air in a vehicle interior is taken. The trim body includes a mountain-shaped swell portion. The air inlet port is arranged at a range that includes a second wall section.

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Номер записи: 64
21-03-2019 дата публикации

COMPONENT SYSTEM FOR FIXING A TRIM PART AND MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20190084500A1
Автор: GROBE Michaela, MARSCHALL Uwe
Принадлежит: VOLKSWAGEN AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

A component system for fixing a trim part in a defined position as well as a motor vehicle, in particular a passenger car, is provided. The component system has a trim part that is to be fixed in relation to a motor vehicle body component, in particular a headliner, a trim support for supporting the trim part as well as a counter-pressure device for applying a first force to a first area of the trim part. At least one section of the trim support is disposed on a side of the first area opposite the counter-pressure device for applying a second force oriented in an opposite direction from the first force to the first area. A second area of the trim part is disposed on the side of the trim support opposite the first area and thus forms a visible side of the trim part. 1. A component system comprising:a trim part to be fixed in a defined position in relation to a motor vehicle body component, in particular a headliner;a trim support adapted to support the trim part; anda counter-pressure device adapted to apply a first force to a first area of the trim part,wherein at least one section of the trim support is disposed on a side of the first area of the trim part opposite the counter-pressure device to apply a second force oriented in an opposite direction from the first force to the first area of the trim part, andwherein a second area of the trim part is disposed on a side of the trim support opposite the first area of the trim part thereby forming a visible side of the trim part.2. The component system according to claim 1 , wherein the trim part is disposed in a U shape around a periphery of the trim support.3. The component system according to claim 1 , wherein the component system comprises the motor vehicle body component claim 1 , at least one section of the motor vehicle body component forming the counter-pressure device.4. The component system according to claim 1 , wherein multiple motor vehicle body components are fixed to each other and run essentially in ...

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Номер записи: 65
05-05-2022 дата публикации

METHODS FOR FORMING A HIDDEN AUDIO ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20220134966A1
Автор: Do Sullivan
Принадлежит:

Methods and systems are provided for a vehicle headliner. In one example, a method for forming the headliner includes forming a recess and an opening for a support structure in a base substrate layer of the headliner during heat treatment of the base substrate layer. The method further includes inserting the support structure in the recess and the opening and covering the base substrate layer with a skin. A positioning of the support structure within the base substrate layer allows an outline of the support structure to be undetectable through the skin by sight or touch.

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Номер записи: 66
05-05-2022 дата публикации

Hidden audio assembly

Номер: US20220134967A1
Автор: Sullivan Do
Принадлежит: Harman International Industries Inc

Methods and systems for a vehicle headliner is provided. In one example, the headliner is a layered assembly, including a base substrate layer and a skin and is configured with a bracket inserted into the base substrate layer. The bracket has a top plate co-planar with a first surface of the base substrate layer and a continuous wall coupled to the top plate. The bracket is positioned in the base substrate layer such that the base substrate layer does not protrude into the skin.

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Номер записи: 67
19-03-2020 дата публикации

SMARTPACKING TRAY

Номер: US20200086798A1
Автор: Aguilar Ruelas Eduardo Arturo, Gallardo Jose Luis
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A vehicular cargo assembly includes first and second panels disposed in a vehicle cabin. A plurality of grooves is provided for slidably coupling the first panel to the second panel. The first panel is movable between a first position, wherein the first panel is superjacent to the second panel, and a second position, wherein the first panel is adjacent to the second panel. 1. A vehicular cargo assembly , comprising:first and second panels disposed in a vehicle cabin;a plurality of grooves for slidably coupling the first panel to the second panel; andwherein the first panel is movable between a first position, wherein the first panel is superjacent to the second panel, and a second position, wherein the first panel is adjacent to the second panel.2. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second panel is secured to a cabin floor by at least one attachment tab.3. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first panel is retained in the second position by at least one pushpin.4. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 3 , wherein the at least one pushpin comprises at a snap-fitting element.5. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of grooves are disposed upon an underside of the first panel.6. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 1 , wherein a top face of the second panel includes a plurality of ridges configured to slidably engage the grooves.7. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first panel includes a peripheral rim for preventing the movement of cargo.8. A method of operating a vehicular cargo assembly claim 1 , comprising the steps of:placing cargo onto a first panel;sliding the first panel from a superjacent position to an adjacent position with respect to a second panel; andlocking the first panel into the adjacent position using at least one pushpin.9. The method of claim 8 , further comprising the step of:placing cargo on the second panel.10. The method of claim 8 , further comprising the step ...

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Номер записи: 68
19-03-2020 дата публикации

SLIDING TRAY

Номер: US20200086799A1
Автор: Aguilar Ruelas Eduardo Arturo, Gallardo Jose Luis
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A vehicular cargo assembly includes a first panel slidably mounted on a floor of a vehicle cabin and selectively and alternatively positionable in a first position or a second position. A storage space is disposed below the floor. The first panel is configured to cover the storage space in the first position. 1. A vehicular cargo assembly comprising:a first panel slidably mounted on a floor of a vehicle cabin and selectively and alternatively positionable in a first position or a second position; anda storage space disposed below the floor, wherein the first panel is configured to cover the storage space in the first position.2. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a second panel disposed over the storage space and covered by the first panel when the first panel is in the first position.3. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 2 , wherein when the first panel is in the first position the first panel is selectively and alternatively positionable in a flat position claim 2 , a bent position claim 2 , and a upright folded position.4. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 3 , wherein the second panel is selectively and alternatively positionable in a corresponding and respective flat orientation claim 3 , a bent orientation claim 3 , and a upright folded orientation.5. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 4 , wherein the storage space comprises a first storage space and a second storage space.6. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 5 , wherein when the first panel is in the bent position and the second panel is in the bent orientation claim 5 , then the first storage space is accessible.7. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 6 , wherein when the first panel is in the upright folded position and the second panel is in the upright folded orientation claim 6 , then the first and second storage spaces are accessible.8. The vehicular cargo assembly of claim 2 , wherein when the first panel is in the second position claim 2 , the second panel is ...

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Номер записи: 69
28-03-2019 дата публикации

CLIP MOUNTING SEAT

Номер: US20190092251A1
Автор: KAI Junpei, OKAMOTO KENJI, SUZUKI Misao
Принадлежит: TOYOTA BOSHOKU KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A clip mounting seat includes a mounting base having an outer edge, a mounting hole in which the clip is mounted, and a mounting base-side insertion opening at a part of a hole edge of the mounting hole and through which the clip is inserted to the mounting hole, a wall extending downward from the outer edge and including an insertion-side wall having a wall-side insertion hole that is communicated with the mounting base-side insertion opening, and a guide member included in the insertion-side wall and extending along an extending direction of the insertion-side wall and being adjacent to the wall-side insertion hole and opposite the mounting base-side insertion opening with respect to an insertion direction of the clip, the guide member configured to guide the clip in the insertion direction and having a width that is greater than an opening width of the mounting base-side insertion opening. 1. A clip mounting seat in which a clip is mounted , the clip mounting seat comprising:a mounting base having an outer edge, a mounting hole in which the clip is mounted, and a mounting base-side insertion opening that is included at a part of a hole edge of the mounting hole and through which the clip is inserted to the mounting hole;a wall extending downward from the outer edge of the mounting base and including an insertion-side wall having a wall-side insertion hole that is communicated with the mounting base-side insertion opening; anda guide member included in the insertion-side wall and extending along an extending direction of the insertion-side wall, the guide member being adjacent to the wall-side insertion hole and opposite the mounting base-side insertion opening with respect to an insertion direction in which the clip is inserted, the guide member having a width that is greater than an opening width of the mounting base-side insertion opening and being configured to guide the clip in the insertion direction.2. The clip mounting seat according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 70
28-03-2019 дата публикации

CLIP MOUNTING SEAT

Номер: US20190092252A1
Автор: KAI Junpei, OKAMOTO KENJI, SUZUKI Misao
Принадлежит: TOYOTA BOSHOKU KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A clip mounting seat includes a mounting base having an outer edge, a mounting hole, and a mounting base-side insertion opening that is included at a part of a hole edge of the mounting hole and through which the clip is inserted to the mounting hole, a wall extending downward from the outer edge and including an insertion-side wall having a wall-side insertion hole communicated with the mounting base-side insertion opening, and a guide member included in the insertion-side wall and extending toward the mounting hole and being adjacent to the wall-side insertion hole and opposite the mounting base-side insertion opening with respect to an insertion direction of the clip. The guide member guides the clip and includes an end portion that is opposite the mounting base-side insertion opening and has a thickness greater than a distance between a leg portion and a support portion of the clip. 1. A clip mounting seat in which a clip is mounted , the clip mounting seat comprising:a mounting base having an outer edge, a mounting hole in which the clip is mounted, and a mounting base-side insertion opening that is included at a part of a hole edge of the mounting hole and through which the clip is inserted to the mounting hole;a wall extending downward from the outer edge of the mounting base and including an insertion-side wall having a wall-side insertion hole that is communicated with the mounting base-side insertion opening; anda guide member included in the insertion-side wall and extending toward the mounting hole, the guide member being adjacent to the wall-side insertion hole and opposite the mounting base-side insertion opening with respect to an insertion direction in which the clip is inserted,the guide member being configured to guide the clip in the insertion direction and including an end portion that is opposite the mounting base-side insertion opening and has a thickness greater than a distance between a leg portion and a support portion of the clip, the leg ...

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Номер записи: 71
16-04-2015 дата публикации

RECONFIGURABLE VEHICLE INTERIOR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150102621A1
Автор: Smith Mark Allen, SMYTH SUSAN M., Tilove Robert Bruce
Принадлежит:

In one embodiment, a reconfigurable vehicle interior assembly is provided. The assembly includes a trim member including a plurality of first elastically deformable mating members and a vehicle interior carrier component including a plurality of second elastically deformable mating members. Each of the first elastically deformable mating members matingly engages with at least one of the second elastically deformable mating members in order to couple the trim member to the vehicle interior carrier component. The first and second elastically deformable mating members collectively form a plurality of elastic averaging couplings. 1. A reconfigurable vehicle interior assembly , comprising:a trim member including a plurality of first elastically deformable mating members; anda vehicle interior carrier component including a plurality of second elastically deformable mating members, wherein each of the first elastically deformable mating members matingly engages with at least one of the second elastically deformable mating members in order to couple the trim member to the vehicle interior carrier component, andwherein the first and second elastically deformable mating members collectively form a plurality of elastic averaging couplings.2. The reconfigurable vehicle interior assembly of claim 1 , wherein the trim member includes a trim member body claim 1 , and the first elastically deformable mating members are elastically deformable protrusions extending from the trim member body.3. The reconfigurable vehicle interior assembly of claim 2 , wherein the trim member body includes a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface claim 2 , the first surface faces away from the vehicle interior carrier component claim 2 , the second surface faces toward the vehicle interior carrier component claim 2 , and the elastically deformable protrusions extend from the second surface.4. The reconfigurable vehicle interior assembly of claim 2 , wherein at least one of the ...

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Номер записи: 72
12-04-2018 дата публикации

Locating system for vehicle load floor panel measurement

Номер: US20180099616A1
Автор: Donald L Wilson, Jr., Eric A Marsh, Eric Clara, Jacob Wright, Jeffrey D Sutherland, John H Pray, Joseph J Swailes, Kazimiera Borek, Nicholas D Kappler
Принадлежит: FCA US LLC

A compression molded vehicle floor panel includes a main body formed by compression molding and having a first side and an opposed second side, and at least one separately formed measurement locating member at least partially encapsulated in the main body during the compression molding. The measurement locating member defines a cavity having an open end at the first side of the main body. The cavity is configured to receive a locator pin of a measurement fixture to locate the compression molded vehicle floor panel in the measurement fixture for measurement of the compression molded vehicle floor panel.

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Номер записи: 73
23-04-2015 дата публикации

QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS

Номер: US20150107060A1
Автор: ARISA BUSQUETS Jaume, ORTEGA DONA Raul
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.

A QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS, of the type containing two elements that interact with one another by virtue of the moving parts thereof and which is used to provide an anchoring point for the fastening of an application to the hole in a panel, being formed from a clip and a pin, said clip incorporating tabs descending downwards from the base, and having elastic ability in order to move closer toward the center of said clip through the sliding action of elbows or hooks on said tabs, acting on the inclined profile of cavities provided in said pin. 1. A QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS , of the type containing two elements that interact with one another by virtue of the moving parts thereof and which is used to provide an anchoring point for the fastening of an application to the hole in a panel , wherein it is formed from a clip and a pin , said clip incorporating tabs descending downwards from base , and having elastic ability in order to move closer toward the center of said clip through the sliding action of elbows or hooks on said tabs , acting on the inclined profile of cavities provided in said pin.2. THE QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said clip has flanges projecting downward from the base thereof claim 1 , said flanges being configured to engage in cavities provided between the fingers of vertical partitions that project from the base of said pin.3. THE QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS as claimed in claim 1 , wherein there are stops on said partitions of the pin that interact with entrainment projections arranged on lateral folds of said downward tabs of said clip.4. THE QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS as claimed in claim 1 , wherein it has entrainment ends arranged in said cavities of said partitions of said pin.5. THE QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said downward tabs have elbow ends and a material recess.6. THE QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FOR PANELS as claimed in claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 74
13-04-2017 дата публикации

Airbag system for a vehicle

Номер: US20170101074A1
Автор: Peter Festag
Принадлежит: Lear Corp

An airbag system for a vehicle includes a trim component having an A-side configured to face into a passenger compartment of the vehicle toward a vehicle seat and a B-side configured to face away from the passenger compartment. A base plate has a cavity disposed therein and is configured for attachment to the B-side of the trim component to form an at least substantially closed cavity configured to receive an airbag arrangement therein. The base plate has an outer perimeter generally conforming to an outer perimeter of the trim component. An airbag arrangement includes an inflatable airbag and an inflator configured to inflate the airbag, and may be disposed in the substantially closed cavity.

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Номер записи: 75
04-04-2019 дата публикации

Interior member

Номер: US20190100074A1
Автор: Ryo YAMANE, Yoshiaki TOUMASU
Принадлежит: Toyota Boshoku Corp

The interior member includes a base material part and a skin part disposed on one surface side of the base material part. The skin part is provided with an air passage part through which air that is temperature-adjusted to a predetermined temperature passes. The air passage part has a passing resistance member (a knitted fabric part that gives passing resistance to the air passing through the air passage part. Also, the air that is temperature-adjusted may be distributed from air sent out from an air conditioner installed in a vehicle, a building, or the like. Further, examples of the passing resistance member include three-dimensional knitted fabrics (such as a double raschel knitted fabric or a circular knitted fabric) and nonwoven fabrics.

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Номер записи: 76
21-04-2016 дата публикации

TAILGATE LINER AND GAME APPARATUS

Номер: US20160107584A1
Автор: Coyle Devin, Wangelin Anthony C.
Принадлежит:

A tailgate liner and game apparatus is provided. The tailgate liner and game apparatus includes a generally rectangular panel sized and integrally formed to fit on a truck tailgate surface and substantially cover and protect an underlying surface of the truck tailgate surface. The panel includes a game board integrally formed therewith. The game board has a plurality of cup holders arranged in one or more triangular formations. The game board has a flat bounce surface between a triangular formation and an end of the panel. A tailgate liner which is a rigid polymer sheet formed to a configuration corresponding to the shape of a truck tailgate and securable to the tailgate is also disclosed. The sheet is durable and protects a portion of the truck tailgate. The sheet includes an integrally formed game surface configured to receive game pieces for game play. 1. A tailgate liner and game apparatus comprising:a generally rectangular panel sized and integrally formed to fit on a truck tailgate surface and substantially cover and protect an underlying surface of the truck tailgate;wherein the panel includes a game board integrally formed therewith, the game board having game elements comprising at least one plurality of cup holders arranged in a triangular formation on the panel such that the triangular formation of cup holders is positioned near an end of the generally rectangular panel and points toward an opposite end of the panel, and a flat bounce surface provided between the at least one triangular formation and the opposite end of the panel.2. The tailgate liner and game apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the game board game elements include two pluralities of cup holders arranged in triangular formations on the panel with each of the two triangular formations respectively positioned near a one of the ends of the rectangular panel and facing the other triangular formation positioned near an opposite end of the panel in a generally mirror image relation such that the ...

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Номер записи: 77
21-04-2016 дата публикации

DECORATIVE COMPONENT AND DECORATIVE COMPONENT UNIT

Номер: US20160107585A1
Автор: MISAWA Akihiro, Oba Tatsuya, Sugiura Tatsuya
Принадлежит:

A rear emblem forms an outer surface and includes a base member made of transparent plastic and a pattern print layer arranged on a part of the back side of the base member. The pattern print layer includes a light transmitting portion and a light transmission reducing portion. The light transmission reducing portion is arranged around the light transmitting portion and transmits less light than the light transmitting portion. 1. A decorative component adapted to be mounted to a vehicle and have an outer surface , which is exposed to the vehicle outside , wherein an in-vehicle camera is arranged in the vehicle while facing the outer surface , and the decorative component transmits light toward the in-vehicle camera from the vehicle outside , the decorative component comprising:a transparent base member, which forms at least a part of the outer surface; anda decorative layer arranged on a part of a front side or a back side of the base member, wherein a light transmitting portion; and', 'a light transmission reducing portion that is arranged around the light transmitting portion and transmits less light than the light transmitting portion., 'the decorative layer includes2. The decorative component according to claim 1 , wherein the light transmission reducing portion is a printed dot pattern claim 1 , in which a plurality of dots is arranged.3. The decorative component according to claim 2 , wherein the dot pattern is set such that the greater the distance from the light transmitting portion claim 2 , the greater the ratio of dots occupying a unit area becomes.4. The decorative component according to claim 1 , wherein the decorative layer includes:a pattern print layer having the light transmitting portion and the light transmission reducing portion; anda smoke print layer, which is semitransparent when viewed from the outer surface.5. The decorative component according to claim 1 , wherein:the decorative layer is a first decorative layer,the first decorative layer ...

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Номер записи: 78
20-04-2017 дата публикации

TRIM ASSEMBLIES FOR MOUNTING WORKING SUBASSEMBLIES

Номер: US20170106812A1
Автор: Connell Eric J.
Принадлежит:

A trim assembly includes a first trim portion spaced apart from an opposed second trim portion, a first surface on the first trim portion, a first magnet connected to the first trim portion so as to be hidden when the user views the first surface and a second surface on the first trim portion, a second magnet connected to the second trim portion so as to be hidden when the user views the second surface. When the working subassembly is configured to span between the first trim portion and the second trim portion, the working subassembly magnetically connectable through the first and second surfaces to the respective first and second magnets. 1. A trim assembly for a vehicle that is configured to mount a working subassembly , the trim assembly comprising:a first trim portion comprising a first surface that is visible from within the vehicle and an opposite second surface that is hidden from within the vehicle, a first magnet is connected to the second surface of the first trim portion so as to be hidden from within the vehicle; anda second trim portion spaced from the first trim portion, the second trim portion comprising a first surface that is visible from within the vehicle and an opposite second surface that is hidden from within the vehicle, a second magnet is connected to the second surface of the second trim portion so as to be hidden from within the vehicle;wherein the working subassembly is configured to span between the first trim portion and the second trim portion, the working subassembly magnetically connectable to the respective first and second magnets.2. The trim assembly of wherein the working subassembly is a screen claim 1 , the screen having at least two metal or magnetic connectors in communication with the first and second magnets.3. The trim assembly of wherein the screen is configured to cover a window to block the sun from entering a vehicle.4. The trim assembly of wherein at least one of the first magnet or the second magnet are connected to ...

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Номер записи: 79
02-04-2020 дата публикации

INTERIOR GLASS TRIM ELEMENT FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20200101907A1
Автор: Delneufcourt Sebastien, MATTELET Claire, VANDIEVOUT Laurent
Принадлежит: AGO GLASS EUROPE

The invention relates to method for dissipating the kinetic energy during an impact on a glass trim element into a motor vehicle's interior comprising a step of fixation of the glass element to a support to provide an assembly that is integrated to motor vehicle's interior body. According to the present invention, the support comprises further a mean with a permanent deformation or not to dissipate the kinetic energy during an impact. 1. A method for dissipating kinetic energy during an impact on a glass trim element into a motor vehicle interior , the method comprising fixation of the glass trim element to a support to provide an assembly that is integrated to a motor vehicle interior body ,wherein the support comprises a mean with a permanent deformation or not to dissipate the kinetic energy during impact.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mean is provided under the support.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mean is made of a foam material claim 1 , a plastic material or a rubber material.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mean is made of a foam material.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mean comprises at least 90% in weight of a polypropylene or ethylene propylene diene monomer claim 1 , a thermoplastic elastomer claim 1 , a silicone claim 1 , or a polyurethane.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mean has a density from 10 g/l to 50 g/l.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mean is provided around the periphery or the total surface of the glass element in contact with the support.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mean has a thickness of greater than 20 mm.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mean is molded on the support.10. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the support is a plastic frame made of plastic.11. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the glass trim element is a trim element mounted onto the upper part of a center console body on ...

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Номер записи: 80
02-04-2020 дата публикации

Upper interior structure of vehicle

Номер: US20200101924A1
Автор: Hiroshi Nagai, Katsunori Monden, Shoji Okano, Yuji Ono
Принадлежит: Mazda Motor Corp

In an upper interior structure of a vehicle of the present invention, a deployment guide portion for guiding a curtain airbag toward a cabin side when the curtain airbag is deployed. The deployment guide portion comprises a first guide part and a second guide part. The first guide part is arranged above a top ceiling and on an outward side, in a vehicle width direction, of the curtain airbag, facing an upper end portion of a pillar trim, so as to restrain the curtain airbag from being deployed outwardly in the vehicle width direction. The second guide part is arranged between the first guide part and the top ceiling, extending in a vertical direction, so as to restrain the curtain airbag from being deployed into a gap between the first guide part and the upper end portion of the pillar trim.

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Номер записи: 81
11-04-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle Bed Liner and Cargo Management System

Номер: US20190106063A1
Автор: Briggs Jeffrey Mark, Mossberg Jonathan Erik
Принадлежит:

A cargo bed liner for protecting a cargo bed of a vehicle. Plural rigid floor panels are interconnected to form a cargo liner platform suspended above the cargo bed by suspension rails to disperse impacts and otherwise to protect the cargo bed. The floor panels are interlocked by tabs projecting from at least some of the panels. The floor panels are fixed to the suspension rails by locking slots in combination with locking studs. The suspension rails are fixed to the cargo bed in retention of the cargo liner platform. Anchors with extendable and retractable clamping members and registration members are selectively retained relative to apertures of an array of paired apertures in the platform for permitting secure and adjustable retention and transport of cargo. The clamping and registration members have outer surfaces separated by a distance less than a longitudinal dimension of apertures within the array of apertures. 1. A cargo bed liner for protecting a cargo bed of a vehicle , the cargo bed liner comprising:a cargo liner platform comprising at least one rigid floor panel with an upper surface, a lower surface, an anterior edge, a posterior edge, and left and right side edges;at least one suspension rail for being longitudinally disposed within the cargo bed of the vehicle to retain and suspend the at least one rigid floor panel above the cargo bed of the vehicle with a gap between the at least one rigid floor panel and the cargo bed of the vehicle whereby impacts on the at least one rigid floor panel tend to be dispersed over the at least one rigid floor panel; andan array of apertures in the cargo liner platform to enable cargo retention in relation to the cargo liner platform and the cargo bed of the vehicle.2. The cargo bed liner of wherein the cargo liner platform is formed by plural rigid floor panels for being disposed in substantially coplanar juxtaposition to form the cargo liner platform.3. The cargo bed liner of wherein there are at least two ...

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Номер записи: 82
30-04-2015 дата публикации

Decorative assembly for an automobile and a method of manufacturing same

Номер: US20150118442A1
Автор: Lee A. Chase
Принадлежит: Lacks Enterprises Inc

A decorative assembly ( 20 ) includes a translucent part ( 26 ) overlaying a portion of a chromed visible surface ( 24 ) of a base part ( 22 ) to define a first visible portion ( 28 ) of the chromed visible surface ( 24 ) not covered by the plastic layer and a second visible portion ( 30 ) of the chromed visible surface ( 24 ) covered by but visible through the translucent part ( 26 ) for allowing the chromed visible surface ( 24 ) to be freely exposed along the first visible portion ( 28 ) and for allowing light to pass through the translucent part ( 26 ) and reflect off the second visible portion ( 30 ) of said chromed visible surface ( 24 ). At least one of the second visible portion ( 30 ) of the chromed visible surface ( 24 ) or the translucent part ( 26 ) includes a three-dimensional texture ( 32 ) to redirect the light reflected off the second visible portion ( 30 ) of the chromed visible surface ( 24 ).

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Номер записи: 83
26-04-2018 дата публикации

PANEL FOR A VEHICLE INTERIOR

Номер: US20180111569A1
Автор: Basquin Guillaume, Bein Henning, Bellagamba Stephen, FAIK Othmane, Koerner Jan
Принадлежит:

A panel for a vehicle interior including a cover layer and a mask layer, wherein the cover layer has a frontside and a backside, and the mask layer is disposed at the backside of the cover layer. The cover layer includes a semi-transparent layer. The cover layer has a light transmittance of at most 90 percent in a direction perpendicular to the frontside, wherein the mask layer comprises a transparent display region and an opaque region, wherein the opaque region is located adjacent to the display region. 1. A panel for a vehicle interior comprising a cover layer and a mask layer , wherein the cover layer has a frontside and a backside , and the mask layer is disposed at the backside of the cover layer , the cover layer comprises a semi-transparent layer , and the cover layer has a light transmittance of at most 90 percent in a direction perpendicular to the frontside , wherein the mask layer comprises a transparent display region and an opaque region , wherein the opaque region is located adjacent to the display region.2. The panel of claim 1 , characterised in that the semi-transparent layer is made of glass and/or covered by a glass layer.3. The panel of characterised in that at least one layer of the cover layer is bent by cold forming.4. The panel of claim 2 , characterised in that at least one layer of the cover layer is bent by hot forming.53. The panel of claim 1 , characterised in that the display region () is formed by an opening or a transparent material.6. The panel of claim 1 , characterised in that the semi-transparent layer has a light transmittance of at least 20 percent in the direction perpendicular to the frontside.7. The panel of claim 1 , characterised in that the mask layer comprises a transparent region and a transition region claim 1 , wherein the transition region is disposed between the transparent region and the opaque region and the light transmittance increases in the transition region in a direction from the opaque region towards the ...

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Номер записи: 84
09-06-2022 дата публикации

Interior structure of vehicle door

Номер: US20220176887A1
Автор: Keita Ishizaka, Takashi Kumamoto, takuya Okano
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

An interior structure of a vehicle door includes a door interior panel 11 and a bezel garnish 16 . The door interior panel 11 is attached to a compartment inner side of a door inner panel. The bezel garnish 16 is attached to a periphery of an opening formed in the door interior panel 11 . In the bezel garnish 16 , a locking part to which a speaker grill 17 of a door speaker and a cover-shaped auxiliary interior panel are selectively attachable is provided.

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Номер записи: 85
27-04-2017 дата публикации

DECORATIVE ELEMENT FOR AN INTERIOR OF A MOTOR VEHICLE, DEVICE FOR AN INTERIOR OF A MOTOR VEHICLE, MOTOR VEHICLE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A DECORATIVE ELEMENT

Номер: US20170113630A1
Автор: ROTTMANN Johannes
Принадлежит: VOLKSWAGEN AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT

A decorative element for an interior of a motor vehicle having a visible side facing the interior. The visible side has a first glossy surface region. The visible side has a second matte surface region. A device is also provided for an interior of a motor vehicle having such a decorative element and at least one lighting element, wherein when the device is arranged in a motor vehicle as intended, the second surface region is arranged in such a way that a reflection condition between a light beam coming from the lighting element and a line of vision of a passenger of the motor vehicle is geometrically fulfilled, wherein the first surface region of the decorative element is arranged in such a way that no reflection condition between a light beam coming from the lighting element and the line of vision is geometrically fulfilled. 1. A decorative element for an interior of a motor vehicle , the decorative element comprising a visible side facing the interior , the visible side having at least one first glossy surface region and having at least one second matte surface region.2. The decorative element according to claim 1 , wherein the first glossy surface region and second matte surface region have a similar color.3. The decorative element according to claim 1 , wherein the first glossy surface region and the second matte surface region together enclose an angle that is different from 180°.4. The decorative element according to claim 1 , wherein the decorative element in the second matte surface region has a surface structure whose roughness is greater than a roughness of a surface structure in the first glossy surface region.5. The decorative element according to claim 1 , wherein the visible side is produced by an in-mold-decoration process or by an in-mold-labeling process.6. The decorative element according to claim 1 , wherein the decorative element is formed as a cover for a center console or an instrument panel or a headliner or a door panel or a side panel of a ...

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Номер записи: 86
27-04-2017 дата публикации

Fastener Clip Over a Carrier Secured with Barbs

Номер: US20170113632A1
Автор: Dickinson Daniel James, Smith Michael Walter, Tirrell Michael
Принадлежит: TERMAX CORPORATION

A fastener clip system including a carrier and a fastener clip configured to fit over the carrier. The fastener clip includes at least one wing, where the at least one wing is configured to engage a slot in a surface, and one or more barbs that are configured to secure the fastener clip to the carrier. The barbs may include gussets that are configured to increase a bending resistance of the barbs. 1. A fastener clip system comprising:a carrier; and at least one wing, wherein the at least one wing is configured to engage a slot in a surface;', 'one or more barbs that are configured to secure the fastener clip to the carrier, wherein the barbs comprise gussets configured to increase a bending resistance of the barbs., 'a fastener clip configured to fit over the carrier, wherein the fastener clip comprises2. The fastener clip system of claim 1 , wherein the fastener clip is constructed from at least one of: spring steel claim 1 , carbon spring steel claim 1 , full hard stainless steel claim 1 , hard plastic.3. The fastener clip system of claim 1 , wherein the carrier is constructed of at least one of: plastic nylon claim 1 , polyoxymethylene claim 1 , ABS claim 1 , Polypropylene claim 1 , and rubber materials of various hardness.4. The fastener clip system of claim 1 , wherein the carrier further comprises tabs that are configured to additionally secure the fastener clip to the carrier.5. The fastener clip system of claim 1 , wherein the barbs are configured to attach to corresponding retaining ledges on the carrier.6. The fastener clip system of claim 1 , wherein the carrier is configured to be secured to a housing.7. The fastener clip system of claim 6 , further comprising forming the carrier using injection molding.8. The fastener clip system of claim 1 , wherein the carrier compromises a top lip claim 1 , wherein the top lip is configured to form a seal against a contacting surface.9. A fastener assembly comprising:a body panel comprising a housing attached to the ...

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Номер записи: 87
27-04-2017 дата публикации

FASTENING ELEMENT MADE OF PLASTIC WITH SELF-TAPPING AND LOCKING THREAD FOR COMPONENTS

Номер: US20170114820A1
Автор: FRIEDL Manuel, SCHÖNEFELD Arne
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A fastening element is disclosed for screwing onto a threaded pin. The fastening element includes a rotation-symmetrical hole of an inner diameter formed by a recess, which is larger than a thread base diameter and smaller than a thread outer diameter of the threaded pin. At least one chip receiving groove in a longitudinal direction of the recess is formed in the recess of the break-through. The fastening element has a lower hardness than the threaded pin. 115-. (canceled)16. A fastening element configured to screw onto a threaded pin , the fastening element comprising a rotation-symmetrical hole formed by a recess of an inner diameter that is greater than a thread base diameter and smaller than a thread outer diameter of the threaded pin , wherein at least one chip receiving groove extending in longitudinal direction of the recess is formed in the recess and the fastening element has a lower hardness than the threaded pin.17. The fastening element according to claim 16 , wherein the hole comprises a blind hole.18. The fastening element according to claim 16 , wherein the hole comprises a through-hole.19. The fastening element according to further comprising a plurality of chip receiving grooves evenly distributed about a circumference of the hole.20. The fastening element according to claim 16 , wherein the at least one chip receiving groove extends in an axial direction of the hole.21. The fastening element according to claim 16 , wherein the at least one chip receiving groove extends at an angle to an axial direction of the hole.22. The fastening element according to claim 16 , wherein the hole comprises a cylindrical bore.23. The fastening element according to claim 16 , wherein the hole comprises a tapered bore.24. The fastening element according to claim 16 , wherein the fastening element comprises a handling projection.25. The fastening element according to claim 24 , wherein the ha projection is formed quadrangular-like.26. The fastening element according ...

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Номер записи: 88
18-04-2019 дата публикации

Transportation vehicle panel with display functionality

Номер: US20190111856A1
Автор: Andre MORGNER, Bernd Ette
Принадлежит: VOLKSWAGEN AG

A transportation vehicle trim with display functionality having a light shade unit with at least one window section which is transparent at least area by area in the visible wavelength area for a transillumination, and a functional unit having at least one illuminant or at least one illuminant and one input unit, wherein the functional unit is formed as a basic module having a self-contained, water-tight housing, in the interior of which the at least one illuminant and the input unit are arranged, wherein the basic module is mechanically connected to the light shade unit. A front side of the housing of the basic module facing a viewing side of the light shade unit may be smaller than an area across which backlit information areas of the transportation vehicle trim extend. Individual light exit areas of the basic module are coupled via light guiding elements to the backlit information areas.

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Номер записи: 89
18-04-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle headliner and production method thereof

Номер: US20190111859A1
Автор: Atsuhiro HATTORI, Takayuki Kumamoto, Tsutomu Takagi
Принадлежит: Toyota Boshoku Corp

The vehicle headliner includes a base layer, a skin layer disposed on one side of the base layer, and an infrared reflecting layer and a protection layer, in this order, disposed on the other side of the base layer. The base layer contains thermoplastic resin and fiber. The protection layer is a non-stretched resin layer containing a thermoplastic resin having a melting point of 200° C. or more.

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Номер записи: 90
13-05-2021 дата публикации

INTERIOR TRIM FOR AUTOMOBILES

Номер: US20210138975A1
Автор: Otsuka Hiroshi
Принадлежит:

An automobile interior trim includes an interior trim body including a designed surface and a back surface thereof and attached to a vehicle body panel, a strap attached to the back surface of the interior trim body, a metal clip attached to the distal end of the strap, and a rib in a form of standing up from the back surface of the interior trim body. A part included in the metal clip and positioned on the distal end side of the metal clip is formed as pinching portions capable of being opened and closed. The rib functions so as to temporarily hold the metal clip by being pinched by the pinching portions of the metal clip. 1. An automobile interior trim comprising:an interior trim body including a designed surface and a back surface thereof and attached to a vehicle body panel;a strap attached to the back surface of the interior trim body;a metal clip attached to a distal end of the strap; anda rib in a form of standing up from the back surface of the interior trim body,wherein a part included in the metal clip and positioned on a distal end side of the metal clip is formed as pinching portions capable of being opened and closed, andthe rib functions as means for temporarily holding the metal clip by being pinched by the pinching portions of the metal clip.2. The automobile interior trim according to claim 1 , further comprising:a contact portion arranged at the back surface of the interior trim body, the contact portion configured to be contact against the vehicle body panel, andthe automobile interior trim is set such that a proximal end of the metal clip is arranged at a position higher than the contact portion in a state of the temporary holding.3. The automobile interior trim according to claim 1 , wherein the rib is formed in a shape curved in a width direction of the pinching portions to function as means for enhancing temporary holding force of the metal clip on the rib.4. The automobile interior trim according to claim 2 , wherein the rib is formed in a ...

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Номер записи: 91
13-05-2021 дата публикации

Vehicle Undercover Mounting Bracket and Vehicle Undercover Assembly Having the Same

Номер: US20210138978A1
Автор: Seon Dong Ku
Принадлежит:

A vehicle undercover mounting bracket for mounting an undercover body is provided. The vehicle undercover mounting bracket includes a frame-side mounting portion mounted on a side rail of a truck frame, an undercover-side mounting portion mounted on the undercover body and spaced apart from the frame-side mounting portion in a longitudinal direction of the side rail, and a connecting portion which extends in the longitudinal direction of the side rail and connects the frame-side mounting portion and the undercover-side mounting portion. 1. A vehicle undercover mounting bracket for mounting an undercover body , the vehicle undercover mounting bracket comprising:a frame-side mounting portion mounted on a side rail of a truck frame;an undercover-side mounting portion mounted on the undercover body and spaced apart from the frame-side mounting portion in a longitudinal direction of the side rail; anda connecting portion which extends in the longitudinal direction of the side rail and connects the frame-side mounting portion and the undercover-side mounting portion.2. The vehicle undercover mounting bracket according to claim 1 , wherein:the frame-side mounting portion has a frame-side joint point joined to the side rail;the undercover-side mounting portion has an undercover-side joint point joined to the undercover body; andthe frame-side joint point is offset from the undercover-side joint point by a predetermined gap.3. The vehicle undercover mounting bracket according to claim 2 , wherein:the side rail has a web extending vertically, a top flange formed on a top end of the web, and a bottom flange formed on a bottom end of the web; andthe frame-side mounting portion has a first flat portion contacting the web of the side rail and a first bead raised from the first flat portion toward the undercover body.4. The vehicle undercover mounting bracket according to claim 3 , wherein the undercover-side mounting portion has a flat portion contacting the undercover body.5. ...

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Номер записи: 92
09-04-2020 дата публикации

Vehicle interior structure

Номер: US20200108698A1
Автор: Hideyuki Sakurai
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Corp

An interior structure includes a pillar garnish, a channel member, and a screen member. The pillar garnish is integral with a center pillar, and is formed with an opening facing a vehicle cabin and formed with a hollow housing section on the opposite side to the vehicle cabin. The channel member is provided so as to be capable of being housed in the housing section and capable of moving toward the vehicle cabin through the opening. The screen member is provided at the channel member so as to be housed in the housing section when in a non-deployed state and so as to be deployed in the vehicle cabin in a state in which the channel member has been moved into the vehicle cabin.

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Номер записи: 93
05-05-2016 дата публикации

Vehicle component coupling systems and methods

Номер: US20160121802A1
Автор: Alberto Soto Pineda, Rodolfo De La Mora Ramirez
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

In one aspect, a coupling system is provided. The coupling system includes a first component comprising a body, a second component comprising an inner wall defining at least one receiving aperture, wherein a notch is formed in the inner wall, and at least one tab extending outwardly from the body. The at least one tab is biased in a direction away from the body, and a retention feature is formed on the at least one tab and configured to interferingly engage the notch. When the at least one tab is inserted into a corresponding receiving aperture of the at least one receiving aperture, the at least one tab is biased against the inner wall and the retention feature interferingly engages the notch to facilitate coupling the first component to the second component in a desired orientation.

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Номер записи: 94
05-05-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE INTERIOR TRIM ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160121810A1
Автор: SATOU Tetsu, STANCZAK Matthew
Принадлежит:

A main trim panel has a trim surface, a plurality of first attachment parts and a recessed surface that is spaced apart from the trim surface. The recessed surface defines a flange that includes a first tether attachment part and a plurality of attachment parts. A sub-trim panel has a second tether attachment part and a plurality of fastener parts fixed to the attachment parts of the flange. A tether has a first end attached to the first tether attachment part and a second end attached to the second tether attachment part, such that with the sub-trim panel installed to the main trim panel, the sub-trim panel the covers and conceals the flange, the first tether attachment part and the tether, and with the sub-trim panel un-installed from the main trim panel the tether limits movement of the sub-trim panel relative to the main trim panel. 1. A vehicle interior trim assembly comprising:a main trim panel having a trim surface and an attachment surface opposite the trim surface, the attachment surface including a plurality of first attachment parts configured to attach to an interior structure of a vehicle, the main trim panel also including a recessed surface that is spaced apart from the trim surface, the recessed surface defining a flange that at least partially surrounds an opening extending from the recessed surface to the attachment surface, the flange having a first tether attachment part and a plurality of second attachment parts;a sub-trim panel having a finished trim surface and an attachment surface opposite the finished trim surface, the attachment surface including a second tether attachment part and a plurality of third fastener attachment parts fixed to the second attachment parts of the flange of the main trim panel with the sub-trim panel installed to the main trim panel; anda tether having a first end attached to the first tether attachment part and a second end attached to the second tether attachment part, such that with the sub-trim panel installed ...

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Номер записи: 95
05-05-2016 дата публикации

Assist handle for vehicle

Номер: US20160121811A1
Автор: Choong Ho KWON, Hyong-Jin KO
Принадлежит: Daehan Solution Co Ltd

An assist handle for a vehicle, in which an elastically supported friction pin is mounted to a support bracket installed in a headlining and supporting a handle body by an elastic force of an elastic spring, and the friction pin may be always in contact with an inside face of a seat portion formed at the handle body in order that the friction pin may be rotatably installed in the support bracket, and thus the handle body may be allowed to smoothly rotate without abrupt rotation by generating a friction resistance due to the contact of the friction pin with the seat portion as the handle body is rotated relative to the support bracket.

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Номер записи: 96
05-05-2016 дата публикации

METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A TRIM COMPONENT WITH HIDDEN TEAR PATTERN AND TRIM COMPONENT WITH HIDDEN TEAR PATTERN

Номер: US20160121837A1
Автор: Kinser Jeffrey T., Mazur Lorin A.
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A method of manufacturing a trim component includes forming a skin layer of the trim component, and spraying a foam layer on the skin layer according to a first spray pattern that establishes a first gap in the foam layer arranged as a predetermined tear pattern. The skin layer extends across the first gap. A corresponding trim component has a skin layer with an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface, and a foam layer sprayed on the inner surface of the skin layer according to a predetermined spray pattern so that the foam layer has a first gap arranged as a predetermined tear pattern, with the skin layer extending across the first gap. 1. A method of manufacturing a trim component comprising:forming a skin layer of the trim component;spraying a foam layer on the skin layer according to a first spray pattern that establishes a first gap in the foam layer arranged as a predetermined tear pattern; andwherein the skin layer extends across the first gap.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:disposing a substrate on the foam layer to thereby at least partially align a second gap formed in the substrate with the first gap of the foam layer.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said forming the skin layer includes:forming an outer skin layer of the trim component; andapplying an inner skin layer to the outer skin layer.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein said applying the inner skin layer to the outer skin layer is by spraying the inner skin layer on the outer skin layer.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein said spraying the inner skin layer is according to a second spray pattern that establishes an additional gap in the inner skin layer; andwherein said spraying the foam layer is so that the first gap in the foam layer at least partially aligns with the additional gap in the inner skin layer.6. A trim component comprising:a skin layer having an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface;a foam layer sprayed on the inner surface ...

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Номер записи: 97
07-05-2015 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR UNLOADING MATERIAL FROM A TRUCK BED

Номер: US20150125256A1
Автор: Bemis David G.
Принадлежит:

An improved tarp specifically configured and adapted for transporting cargo in a truck bed, and unloading cargo from the truck bed at a desired location. The tarp includes several foldable flaps or panels which may be used to secure the cargo within the tarp. The tarp may include several loops which may be used for pulling the tarp out of the truck bed and unloading the cargo from the tarp. Also, the tarp may have several strengthening strips which pull the cargo out of the truck bed. 1. A transport tarp for use with a truck bed , the transport tarp comprising:a tarp body having a first surface and an opposed second surface, the tarp body including a main panel and a plurality of peripheral panels coupled to the main panel and selectively foldable relative to the main panel between an open position and a closed position such that the plurality of peripheral panels are folded from the open position to the closed position to define an enclosure; anda plurality of elongate strengthening strips coupled to tarp body in spaced relation to each other, each strengthening strip including a fixed segment extending along the second surface of the main panel and a looped segment defining a loop opening, the loop openings being generally aligned along a common axis.2. The transport tarp recited in claim 1 , wherein:the main panel defines a generally quadrangular periphery; andthe plurality of peripheral panels includes a first panel, a second panel, a third panel, and a fourth panel attached to respective peripheral portions of the main panel.3. The transport tarp recited in claim 2 , further comprising:a first panel attachment element coupled to the first panel;a pair of second panel attachment elements coupled to the second panel in spaced relation to each other; anda third panel attachment element coupled to the third panel;the first and third panel attachment elements being cooperatively engageable with respective ones of the pair of second panel attachment elements for ...

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Номер записи: 98
03-05-2018 дата публикации

VEHICLE ILLUMINATED TRIM

Номер: US20180118101A1
Автор: Salter Stuart C., Singer Jeffrey, Surman James J.
Принадлежит:

A vehicle film is provided herein. The vehicle film includes a base layer. A light guide is disposed above a surface of the base layer. An indicia layer is operably coupled with the light guide. The indicia layer has first and second sheets that include first and second luminescent structures respectively thereon. A light source is operably coupled with the light guide. The first and second luminescent structures luminesce in response to an excitation light emitted by the light source. 1. A vehicle film comprising:a base layer;a light guide disposed above a surface of the base layer;an indicia layer operably coupled with the light guide, the indicia layer having first and second sheets having first and second luminescent structures respectively thereon; anda light source operably coupled with the light guide, wherein the first and second luminescent structures luminesce in response to an excitation light emitted by the light source.2. The vehicle film of claim 1 , wherein the excitation light comprises at least one of blue light claim 1 , violet light claim 1 , infrared and ultraviolet light.3. The vehicle film of claim 2 , wherein the first luminescent structure and the second luminescent structure each include at least one luminescent material therein configured to convert the excitation light received from the light source into a visible converted light.4. The vehicle film of claim 1 , wherein the first luminescent structure is configured as a background layer and the second luminescent structure defines a pattern on the background layer.5. The vehicle film of claim 4 , wherein the first and second luminescent structures define a woodgrain pattern.6. The vehicle film of claim 4 , further comprising:a third sheet having a third luminescent structure to further define the pattern disposed on the background layer.7. The vehicle film of claim 1 , wherein the indicia layer is embossed.8. A trim member comprising:a substrate;a light source configured to emit an ...

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Номер записи: 99
03-05-2018 дата публикации

Structure and method of foam-injection molding including el sheet

Номер: US20180118102A1
Автор: Ji Hyun Cho, Seung Yeong KIM, Sung Won Lee
Принадлежит: Seoyon E Hwa Co Ltd

Provided is a structure of foam-injection molding including an EL sheet. The structure includes: a base material; an electro luminescence (EL) sheet which is able to emit a light, and which is disposed on an upper side of the base material; a foam layer disposed on an upper side of the EL sheet; and a skin layer disposed on an upper side of the foam layer.

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Номер записи: 100