TRIM SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE DOOR

A trim system configured to be received by a vehicle door substrate is provided. Some embodiments of the trim system include a locator and a feature. The feature is moveable relative to the locator after the locator is assembled with the substrate. Some embodiments of the trim system include a first and second feature. The second feature is moveable relative to the first feature after the first feature is assembled with the substrate.

Wear plate locking system for casting and molding processes

A locking system ( 12 ) for a mold ( 14 ) includes a first mold half ( 20 ), a second mold half ( 22 ), and a lock assembly that is coupled to one of the mold halves ( 20, 22 ). The lock assembly includes a wear plate ( 80 ), that is disposed between the first mold half ( 20 ) and the second mold half ( 22 ), and an adjustment element ( 86 ), which is disposed between the wear plate ( 80 ) and one of the mold halves ( 20,22 ). The lock assembly also includes a wear plate locking fastener ( 84 ), that locks the position of the wear plate ( 80 ), and an adjustment fastener ( 88 ), which is separate therefrom and adjusts the position of the wear plate ( 80 ).

ARTICULATING STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Disclosed is a low cost articulating map pocket or storage compartment that requires few manufacturing steps. The articulating map pocket provides for a closed locking detent feature and in one preferred embodiment a full open locking detent feature also.

ALPHA 2 DELTA LIGANDS FOR FIBROMYALGIA AND OTHER DISORDERS

This invention relates to a method of treating a disorder selected from OCD, agoraphobia, agoraphobia without history of panic disorder, specific phobia, social phobia, PTSD, restless legs syndrome, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, hot flashes, and fibromyalgia by administering a compound of the formula 1 or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein: R¹ is hydrogen, straight or branched alkyl of from 1 to 6 carbon atoms or phenyl; and R² is straight or branched alkyl of from 4 to 8 carbon atoms, straight or branched alkenyl of from 2 to 8 carbon atoms, cycloalkyl of from 3 to 7 carbon atoms, alkoxy of from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, -alkylcycloalkyl, -alkylalkoxy, -alkyl OH, -alkylphenyl, -alkylphenoxy, or -substituted phenyl. The invention also relates to a method of treating the above disorders by administering the compound (3S,5R)-3-Aminomethyl-5-methyl-octanoic acid.

Tunable geometry for energy absorbing foam to lower peak load during side impact

An energy absorbing countermeasure for motor vehicle doors comprises a body having at least a first zone and a second zone. Each zone has at least one surface with recesses in the surface and portions between recesses. The portions are broken upon impact and enter into the recess to exhibit energy absorbing efficiency. The recesses in the first zone are arranged or configured to absorb a first desired peak load during impact and the recesses in the second zone are arranged or configured to absorb a second desired peak load during impact. The first desired peak load is different from the second desired peak load.

Living Hinge Belt Line Vacuum Form Edge Wrap

A method of forming a trim panel is provided comprising molding an interior panel substrate including a main body portion, a lock portion molded as a portion of the interior panel substrate and having a locking element, a first living hinge positioned between the lock portion and the main body portion, a lock engagement portion, and a second living hinge positioned between the lock engagement portion and the main line portion. The method molds an exterior cover stock, including a belt line skin portion, onto an outer surface of the interior panel substrate. The lock portion is rotated about the first living hinge to trap the belt line skin portion between the lock portion and the lock engagement portion in order to create a mechanical skin lock. The lock engagement portion is then rotated about the second living hinge towards an inner surface of the interior panel substrate.

Mold and method for making a trim component

A method of forming a vehicle trim component includes providing a first component layer having a vent aperture formed therethrough. A second component layer is then formed adjacent a surface of the first component layer, wherein gas may flow through the vent aperture of the first component layer during the step of forming the second component layer.

TWO-SHOT COMPONENT AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME

The present invention relates to an automobile interior trim panel, and a method and a tool for making the same. In at least one embodiment, the method comprises providing a first mold half and a second mold half, wherein the first mold half has a protrusion retractable between a first position in contact with the second mold half and a second position spaced from the second mold half. The first and second mold halves, when the protrusion is in the first position, cooperates to form a first mold cavity. The method further comprises introducing a first resin into the first mold cavity to form a panel subassembly circumscribing the protrusion. The method further comprises moving the protrusion towards the second position to reveal an opening in the panel subassembly and forming a panel portion on a portion of the upper surface of the panel subassembly.

Energy absorption device

An energy absorption device for use in a vehicle interior includes a first body having a protrusion defining an axially extending outer serrated surface, and a second body having a cavity defining an axially extending inner serrated surface. The protrusion is at least partially inserted into the cavity to at least partially support the first body relative to the second body. Upon an impact at least partially in the axial direction, one of the protrusion and the cavity is moved relative to the other to absorb at least some of the impact energy. An energy absorption vehicle interior assembly includes an energy absorption device connected between an interior vehicle trim member and a vehicle trim mounting member.

COLOR DIELECTRIC EMBOSSING

A method of dielectrically embossing material comprising the steps of providing a dielectric embossing machine having a dielectric tool, providing a coloring agent, providing a material, applying the coloring agent to the dielectric tool, placing the material in the dielectric embossing machine, bringing the dielectric tool into contact with the material, energizing the dielectric tool, dielectrically embossing the material, de-energizing the dielectric tool, allowing the material and the coloring agent to cool, and backing the dielectric tool away from the material.

PHARMACEUTICAL USES FOR ALPHA2DELTA LIGANDS

The invention relates to a method of treating central nervous system disorders and other disorders by administering an alpha2delta ligand such as, for example, a compound of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R₁ is hydrogen or straight or branched lower alkyl, and n is an integer of from 4 to 6.

PHARMACEUTICAL USES FOR ALPHA2DELTA LIGANDS

The invention relates to a method of treating central nervous system disorders and other disorders by administering an alpha2delta ligand such as, for example, a compound of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R₁ is hydrogen or straight or branched lower alkyl, and n is an integer of from 4 to 6.

Tunable geometry for energy absorbing foam to lower peak load during side impact

An energy absorbing countermeasure for motor vehicle doors comprises a body having at least a first zone and a second zone. Each zone has at least one surface with recesses in the surface and portions between recesses. The portions are broken upon impact and enter into the recess to exhibit energy absorbing efficiency. The recesses in the first zone are arranged or configured to absorb a first desired peak load during impact and the recesses in the second zone are arranged or configured to absorb a second desired peak load during impact. The first desired peak load is different from the second desired peak load.

COMBINATIONS COMPRISING ALPHA-2-DELTA LIGANDS AND SEROTONIN / NORADRENALINE RE-UPTAKE INHIBITORS

The instant invention relates to a combination, particularly a synergistic combination, of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a dual serotonin- noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (DSNRI) or one or both of a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (S SRI) and a selective noradrenaline re- uptake inhibitor (SNRI), and pharmaceutically acceptable salths thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Method of forming a vehicle panel assembly

A method of manufacturing a laminated vehicle trim panel includes initially positioning a flexible first material within a mold cavity of a first mold portion. A second mold portion for closing the cavity of the first mold portion is then provided. A second material is introduced into the mold cavity to form a substrate, such that the substrate and the first material form a laminated vehicle trim panel. A portion of the substrate between the outer peripheral edge of the substrate and a second portion of the substrate defines a brim. The brim has a mounting feature for attaching the laminated vehicle trim panel to a second panel.

LOW-DENSITY PART INJECTION MOLDING SYSTEM

An injection molding system ( 10 ) includes a first mold half ( 20 ) and a second mold half ( 22 ), which forms a cavity ( 23 ) with the first mold half ( 20 ). A cavity intrusion element ( 34 ) is displaceable to extend within the cavity ( 23 ). A displacement mechanism ( 36 ) is coupled to the cavity intrusion element ( 34 ). A controller ( 38 ) is coupled to the displacement mechanism ( 36 ) and controls the intrusion depth (D) of the cavity intrusion element ( 34 ) during an injection molding process. A method of forming an article includes the pressurizing of the cavity ( 23 ) within a mold ( 14 ) via a gas. A material having a blowing agent is injected into the cavity ( 23 ). The gas pressure within the cavity ( 23 ) is released. The cavity intrusion element ( 34 ) is backed out from within the cavity ( 23 ). The material is cured.

PHARMACEUTICAL USES FOR ALPHA2DELTA LIGANDS

The invention relates to a method of treating central nervous system disorders and other disorders by administering an alpha2delta ligand such as, for example, a compound of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R₁ is hydrogen or straight or branched lower alkyl, and n is an integer of from 4 to 6.

Integral cushioned trim panel for a vehicle

In one advantageous embodiment of the claimed invention, an integral cushioned trim panel ( 14 a- 14 c) for a vehicle passenger cabin ( 10 ) is provided. The integral cushioned trim panel ( 14 a- 14 c) includes a substrate ( 22 ) for attachment to a predetermined portion ( 12 a- 12 c) of the vehicle. The substrate ( 22 ) has a cover member ( 24 ) coupled thereto for substantially covering the substrate ( 22 ). In addition, the substrate ( 22 ) and the cover member ( 24 ) have a cushioning member ( 16 ) disposed therebetween. The cushioning member ( 16 ) is injection molded between the substrate ( 22 ) and the cover member ( 24 ) for forming an integral construction, minimizing the manufacturing cycle time, and decreasing the costs associated therewith.

Trim panel with edge seal

A trim part for use with a vehicle includes a substrate and a trim cover overlaying the substrate. The trim cover has first and second portions that are folded together to form a flexible edge seal that is engageable with the vehicle. A method of making such a trim part is also disclosed.

Method of treating tinnitus

The invention relates to a method of treating tinnitus by administering an alpha2delta ligand such as, for example, a compound of Formula and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein R₁ is hydrogen or straight or branched lower alkyl, and n is an integer of from 4 to 6.

Trim system for a vehicle door

A trim system configured to be received by a vehicle door substrate is provided. Some embodiments of the trim system include a locator and a feature. The feature is moveable relative to the locator after the locator is assembled with the substrate. Some embodiments of the trim system include a first and second feature. The second feature is moveable relative to the first feature after the first feature is assembled with the substrate.

TRIM PANEL WITH INSERT MOLDED DECORATIVE COMPONENT

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to an automobile trim panel with an insert molded decorative component. In at least one embodiment, the automobile interior panel is made by a) providing a molding tool comprising a first mold half and a second mold half that cooperate to form a first mold cavity, b) providing an insert component within the first mold cavity having a substrate made of a first material, and a decorative portion made of a second material less rigid that the first material, with the first mold half, the second mold half, and the insert component forming a second mold cavity, and c) introducing a resin into the second mold cavity to form a panel secured to the insert component.

COMMON CAVITY, MULTIPLE CORE, INSERT MOLDED TRIM PANEL

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to a trim panel made by providing a molding tool system comprising a first mold half, a second mold half, and a third mold half and positioning the first mold half and the second mold half proximate each other to form a first mold cavity. In certain embodiments, the method further comprises introducing a first resin into the first mold cavity to form a trim panel skin and positioning the first mold cavity with the trim panel skin and the third mold half with a trim panel substrate spaced from the trim panel skin to form a second mold cavity. In this embodiment, the method further comprises introducing a second resin into the second mold cavity to form a resilient layer extending between and connecting the trim panel skin and the trim panel substrate.

WEAR PLATE LOCKING SYSTEM FOR CASTING AND MOLDING PROCESSES

A locking system ( 12 ) for a mold ( 14 ) includes a first mold half ( 20 ), a second mold half ( 22 ), and a lock assembly that is coupled to one of the mold halves ( 20, 22 ). The lock assembly includes a wear plate ( 80 ), that is disposed between the first mold half ( 20 ) and the second mold half ( 22 ), and an adjustment element ( 86 ), which is disposed between the wear plate ( 80 ) and one of the mold halves ( 20,22 ). The lock assembly also includes a wear plate locking fastener ( 84 ), that locks the position of the wear plate ( 80 ), and an adjustment fastener ( 88 ), which is separate therefrom and adjusts the position of the wear plate ( 80 ).

Method of making a trim panel having a narrow transition radius and apparatus

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to a trim panel and an apparatus and method of making the same. In at least one embodiment, the trim panel comprises a first portion and a second portion with a transition portion extending therebetween with the first portion and the second portion having curved portions having radii of less than 5 mm.

PARTIALLY COVERED TWO-SHOT TRIM PANEL

A method of making automobile interior panels includes a step in which a first insert is positioned in the cavity formed by a first and second mold section. The first insert is trimmed by a first lifter to form a trimmed first insert. A first resin is subsequently introduced into a second mold cavity such that this first resin bonds to the trimmed first insert. Complex interior panels are formed by utilizing additional lifters and/or mold sections to define mold cavities and paths for introducing additional resins.

INSERT MOLDED BOLSTER IN TWO-SHOT DOOR PANEL

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to automobile interior door panel having an insert molded bolster. In at least one embodiment, the automobile interior door panel is made by providing a bolster within a first mold cavity, introducing a first resin into the first mold cavity to form a door panel sub assembly comprising a door panel portion secured to the bolster, with the door panel portion having a first upper door panel portion above the bolster and a lower door panel portion below the bolster, providing the door panel sub assembly within a second mold cavity, and introducing a second resin less rigid that the first material into the second mold cavity to form a second upper door panel portion over and secured to the first upper door panel portion.

TWO-SHOT OVER-MOLD WITH RIBBED ARMREST

A ribbed armrest for inclusion in an automobile door assembly includes a substrate section and a ribbed armrest section. The ribbed armrest section is over-molded onto the substrate section which provides support thereto. The ribbed armrest section includes a plurality of ribs that provide flexibility and a soft cushioned feel. A method of forming the ribbed armrest include a step in which the substrate is injection molded followed by a step in which the armrest section is injection molded onto the substrate section. Trim panels and door assemblies incorporating the ribbed armrest are also provided.

PHARMACEUTICAL USES FOR ALPHA2DELTA LIGANDS

The invention relates to a method of treating central nervous system disorders and other disorders by administering an alpha2delta ligand such as, for example, a compound of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R₁ is hydrogen or straight or branched lower alkyl, and n is an integer of from 4 to 6.

Trim panel assembly having a narrow transition radius and apparatus and method of manufacture

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to a trim panel and an apparatus and method of making the same. In at least one embodiment, the trim panel comprises a first portion and a second portion with a transition portion extending therebetween with the first portion and the second portion having curved portions having radii of less than 5 mm.

TRIM PANEL WITH EDGE SEAL

A trim part for use with a vehicle includes a substrate and a trim cover overlaying the substrate. The trim cover has first and second portions that are folded together to form a flexible edge seal that is engageable with the vehicle. A method of making such a trim part is also disclosed.

Addition of microspheres to create soft two shot products

A motor vehicle interior trim component comprises a substrate and covering material injection molded onto at least a portion of the substrate. The covering material has gas-encapsulating elements therein. The gas-encapsulating elements have a property of elastic recovery when the gas-encapsulating elements are pressed until they are deformed and then the pressure is relieved. A method for forming the trim component comprises a step of forming a first mold space and injecting a first material into the first mold space so that the first material substantially conforms to the shape of the first mold space to form a substrate. In another step, a second mold space is formed and a second material is injected into the second mold space so that the second material substantially conforms to the shape of the second mold space to form a covering material over the substrate. The second material is softer than the first material and has gas-encapsulating elements therein.

PHARMACEUTICAL USES FOR ALPHA2DELTA LIGANDS

The invention relates to a method of treating central nervous system disorders and other disorders by administering an alpha2delta ligand such as, for example, a compound of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R₁ is hydrogen or straight or branched lower alkyl, and n is an integer of from 4 to 6.

TWO-SHOT MOLDED DOORS WITHOUT PARTING LINES

A two-shot injection molding process and molded part. The two-shot skin material is molded in a non-final condition and wrapped over the substrate in a post molding operation to create a seamless part. The flap material which is molded out of its final position is held in place by gluing, mechanical interlocking, crimping, or the like.

Insert molded bolster in two-shot door panel

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to automobile interior door panel having an insert molded bolster. In at least one embodiment, the automobile interior door panel is made by providing a bolster within a first mold cavity, introducing a first resin into the first mold cavity to form a door panel sub assembly comprising a door panel portion secured to the bolster, with the door panel portion having a first upper door panel portion above the bolster and a lower door panel portion below the bolster, providing the door panel sub assembly within a second mold cavity, and introducing a second resin less rigid that the first material into the second mold cavity to form a second upper door panel portion over and secured to the first upper door panel portion.

Mold and method for making a trim component

A method of forming a vehicle trim component includes providing a first component layer having a vent aperture formed therethrough. A second component layer is then formed adjacent a surface of the first component layer, wherein gas may flow through the vent aperture of the first component layer during the step of forming the second component layer.

Low-density part injection molding system

An injection molding system ( 10 ) includes a first mold half ( 20 ) and a second mold half ( 22 ), which forms a cavity ( 23 ) with the first mold half ( 20 ). A cavity intrusion element ( 34 ) is displaceable to extend within the cavity ( 23 ). A displacement mechanism ( 36 ) is coupled to the cavity intrusion element ( 34 ). A controller ( 38 ) is coupled to the displacement mechanism ( 36 ) and controls the intrusion depth (D) of the cavity intrusion element ( 34 ) during an injection molding process. A method of forming an article includes the pressurizing of the cavity ( 23 ) within a mold ( 14 ) via a gas. A material having a blowing agent is injected into the cavity ( 23 ). The gas pressure within the cavity ( 23 ) is released. The cavity intrusion element ( 34 ) is backed out from within the cavity ( 23 ). The material is cured.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING A PART

A method of making a part includes introducing expandable material into a cavity of a mold containing a substrate, the mold including at least one projection extending into the cavity. The method further includes retracting the at least one projection to allow the expandable material to expand in the cavity, such that the expandable material forms an expanded material layer on the substrate.

Method of sewing a decorative seam and trim component made by that method

A method of sewing a decorative seam includes providing a material suitable for receiving stitches, folding a first portion of the material onto a second portion of the material to form a bend, sewing a first stitch to join the first portion to the second portion, the stitch being substantially parallel to the bend and spaced apart therefrom, the first stitch forming a seam, unfolding the material and sewing a second and third stitch into the material such that the second and third stitches are substantially parallel to the seam and arranged such that the second and third stitches are on opposite sides of the seam.

TWO-SHOT DECORATIVE TRIM PANEL

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to automobile interior trim panel having an insert molded trim cover sheet. In at least one embodiment, the automobile interior trim panel is made by providing a trim cover sheet within a first mold cavity and introducing a first resin into the first mold cavity to form a door panel sub assembly comprising a door panel portion secured to the trim cover sheet. In this embodiment, the door panel portion has a first upper door panel portion having a portion circumscribing the trim cover sheet and a lower door panel portion below the first upper door panel portion. The method further comprises providing the door panel sub assembly within a second mold cavity, and introducing a second resin less rigid that the first material into the second mold cavity to form a second upper door panel portion over and secured to at least a portion of the first upper door panel portion.

Method of manufacturing a trim panel assembly for a vehicle door

A trim panel assembly includes a first trim panel and a second trim panel. The first trim panel has an attachment portion, and the second trim panel has an attachment portion that cooperates with the attachment portion of the first trim panel to connect the first and second trim panels together to provide a trim panel assembly that allows relatively sliding movement between the first and second trim panels. The first trim panel can have a single attachment portion that extends continuously throughout the length thereof, while the second trim panel can have a plurality of discrete portions that extends along the length thereof, or vice versa. The attachment portion of the second trim panel can be molded either about or within the attachment portion of the first trim panel.

Apparatus for molding a trim panel assembly having a narrow transition radius

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to a trim panel and an apparatus and method of making the same. In at least one embodiment, the trim panel comprises a first portion and a second portion with a transition portion extending therebetween with the first portion and the second portion having curved portions having radii of less than 5 mm.

Pyrrolocarbazole derivatives, compositions containing them, and methods for using them

The invention concerns new pyrrolocarbazole derivatives of formula ##STR1## processes for their preparation, as well as medicaments containing these for the inhibition of protein kinases, such as protein kinase C, and thus for the prevention and/or treatment of heart and blood vessel diseases, such as thromboses, arterioscleroses, hypertension, of inflammatory processes, allergies, cancers, and certain degenerative damages of the central nervous system as well as for the treatment of viral diseases.

COMBINATIONS THAT INCLUDE ALFA-2-DELTA LIGANDS AND SEROTONIN / NORADRENALINE RECOVERY INHIBITORS.

Una combinación que está constituida sustancialmente por una cantidad sinérgica de un ligando alfa-2-delta, en la que el ligando alfa-2-delta se selecciona del grupo que está constituido por gabapentina y pregabalina, y (S,S)-reboxetina, o una sal farmacéuticamente aceptable de las mismas. A combination that is substantially constituted by a synergistic amount of an alpha-2-delta ligand, wherein the alpha-2-delta ligand is selected from the group consisting of gabapentin and pregabalin, and (S, S) -reboxetine, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Combinations comprising alpha-2-delta ligands and serotonin / noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitors

The instant invention relates to a combination, particularly a synergistic combination, of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a dual serotonin-noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (DSNRI) or one or both of a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (S SRI) and a selective noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (SNRI), and pharmaceutically acceptable salths thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain.

Method of sewing a seam in an automotive trim component.

A method of sewing a decorative seam of an automotive trim component includes folding a first portion of material 18 onto a second portion to form a bend 26 and sewing a first stitch 34 to join the first and second portions. First stitch 34 is substantially parallel to and spaced from bend 26. The material is then unfolded and second and third stitches 48,50 (preferably visible in use) sewn into the material 18 such that they are substantially parallel to, on opposite sides of and preferably equally spaced from the seam 36. Preferably the bend is held against and slides along a guide 32 as stitch 34 is sewn on a single needle machine. The material preferably comprises a foam layer between surface and backing layers, and the surface layer is interior of the backing when the first stitch is sewn. The second and third stitches are preferably sewn simultaneously on a double needle sewing machine with a trough (40, figure 5A) to accommodate the bend. The seamed material may be attached to a substrate using adhesive 56, and the substrate may have a depression 54 to accommodate the bend. Alternatively a substrate may be insert-moulded to the seamed material providing mechanical or chemically bonding.

COMBINATIONS OF ALPHA-2-DELTA LIGANDS AND SEROTONINE / NORADRENALINE RECOVERY INHIBITORS

Trim panel having a narrow transition radius and apparatus and method of manufacture

In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to a trim panel and an apparatus and method of making the same. In at least one embodiment, the trim panel comprises a first portion and a second portion with a transition portion extending therebetween with the first portion and the second portion having curved portions having radii of less than 5 mm.

Combinations comprising alpha-2-delta ligands and serotonin / noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitors

The instant invention relates to a combination, particularly a synergistic combination, of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a dual serotonin-noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (DSNRI) or one or both of a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (S SRI) and a selective noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (SNRI), and pharmaceutically acceptable salths thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain.

Combinations comprising alpha-2-delta ligands and serotonin / noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors

The instant invention relates to a combination, particularly a synergistic combination, of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a dual serotonin-noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (DSNRI) or one or both of a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI) and a selective noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (SNRI), and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain.

Vehicle interior trim panel assembly having an integrated soft-touch arm rest and method of manufacturing same

United, padded interior trim panel for a vehicle

Bei einer vorteilhaften Ausführungsform der beanspruchten Erfindung wird ein vereinigtes, gepolstertes Innenausstattungsfeld für einen Fahrzeug-Insassen-Innenraum zur Verfügung gestellt. Das vereinigte, gepolsterte Innenaustattungsfeld weist ein Substrat zur Anbringung an einem vorbestimmten Abschnitt des Fahrzeugs auf. Das Substrat weist ein Abdeckteil auf, das mit ihm verbunden ist, um im Wesentlichen das Substrat abzudecken. Weiterhin weisen das Substrat und das Abdeckteil ein Polsterteil auf, das dazwischen angeordnet ist. Das Polsterteil wird durch Spritzguss zwischen dem Substrat und dem Abdeckteil ausgeformt, um eine einstückige Konstruktion zur Verfügung zu stellen, die Herstellungszykluszeit zu minimieren und die zugehörigen Kosten zu verringern. In an advantageous embodiment of the claimed invention, a unified cushioned trim panel is provided for a vehicle-occupant interior. The unified, padded interior trim panel has a substrate for attachment to a predetermined portion of the vehicle. The substrate has a cover member connected to it to substantially cover the substrate. Further, the substrate and the cover member have a cushioning member interposed therebetween. The cushioning member is injection molded between the substrate and the cover member to provide a one-piece construction, minimize manufacturing cycle time, and reduce associated costs.

Combinations comprising alpha-2-delta ligands and serotonin / noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors

The instant invention relates to a combination, particularly a synergistic combination, of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a dual serotonin-noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (DSNRI) or one or both of a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (S SRI) and a selective noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (SNRI), and pharmaceutically acceptable salths thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain.

A method of molding a vehicle trim component

Ein Verfahren zum Ausbilden eines dekorativen Oberflächenmerkmals auf einem in einer Form geformten Artikel umfasst das Vorsehen einer Formanordnung. Die Formanordnung umfasst einen ersten Formteil mit einer strukturierten Oberfläche und einen zweiten Formteil, wobei der erste Formteil und der zweite Formteil gemeinsam einen Formhohlraum definieren. Ein erstes Material wird erhitzt und in den Formhohlraum eingeführt. Dann wird der Formhohlraum geschlossen. Ein zweites Material wird in den Formhohlraum eingeführt, sodass eine Prägung der strukturierten Oberfläche des ersten Formteils auf das erste Material übertragen wird, um einen Artikel mit einem dekorativen Oberflächenmerkmal zu bilden. Vorzugsweise wird beim Einführen des zweiten Materials in den Hohlraum eine Kraft auf das erste Material ausgeübt, sodass das erste Material in Kontakt mit der strukturierten Oberfläche des ersten Formteils gedrückt wird. One A method of forming a decorative surface feature on one in a mold molded article includes the provision of a mold assembly. The Mold assembly comprises a first molded part with a structured surface and a second mold part, wherein the first mold part and the second Form part together define a mold cavity. A first material is heated and introduced into the mold cavity. Then the mold cavity closed. A second material is introduced into the mold cavity, so that an imprint the structured surface of the first molding is transferred to the first material to an article with a decorative surface feature to build. Preferably, during insertion of the second material in the cavity a force is exerted on the first material, so the first material in contact with the structured surface of the pressed first molding becomes.

Removable geometry for energy absorbing foam to reduce peak load during a side impact

Eine energieabsorbierende Gegenmaßnahme für Motorfahrzeug-Türen umfasst einen Körper mit zumindest einer ersten Zone und einer zweiten Zone. Jede Zone hat zumindest eine Oberfläche mit Vertiefungen in der Oberfläche und Bereichen zwischen den Vertiefungen. Diese Bereiche werden bei einem Aufprall gebrochen und treten in die Vertiefung ein, um eine energieabsorbierende Effizienz zu leisten. Die Vertiefungen in der ersten Zone sind angeordnet oder konfiguriert zum Absorbieren einer ersten Spitzenlast während eines Aufpralls, während die Vertiefung in der zweiten Zone zum Absorbieren einer zweiten Sollspitzenlast während eines Aufpralls angeordnet oder konfiguriert sind. Die erste Sollspitzenlast ist verschieden von der zweiten Sollspitzenlast. An energy absorbing countermeasure for motor vehicle doors includes a body having at least a first zone and a second zone. Each zone has at least one surface with recesses in the surface and regions between the recesses. These areas are broken upon impact and enter the depression to provide energy absorbing efficiency. The recesses in the first zone are arranged or configured to absorb a first peak load during an impact, while the recesses in the second zone are arranged or configured to absorb a second target peak load during an impact. The first desired peak load is different from the second desired peak load.

A method of manufacturing an integral cushioned trim panel for a vehicle

Vacuum formed edge wrap with hinge hinge belting

Ein Verfahren zum Bilden einer Verkleidungstafel, das das Formen eines Innenraumtafelsubstrats, das einen Hauptkörperabschnitt enthält, eines Verriegelungsabschnitts, der als ein Abschnitt des Innenraumtafelsubstrats geformt ist und ein Verriegelungselement aufweist, eines ersten Falzscharniers, das zwischen dem Verriegelungsabschnitt und dem Hauptkörperabschnitt positioniert ist, eines Verriegelungseingriffabschnitts und eines zweiten Falzscharniers, das zwischen dem Verriegelungseingriffabschnitt und dem Hauptstrangabschnitt positioniert ist. Das Verfahren formt ein äußeres Abdeckmaterial, das einen Riemenstrang-Außenschichtabschnitt enthält, auf eine äußere Oberfläche des Innenraumtafelsubstrats. Der Verriegelungsabschnitt wird um das erste Falzscharnier gedreht, um den Riemenstrang-Außenschichtabschnitt zwischen dem Verriegelungsabschnitt und dem Verriegelungseingriffabschnitt einzuschließen, um eine mechanische Außenschichtverriegelung zu erzeugen. Der Verriegelungseingriffabschnitt wird anschließend um das zweite Falzscharnier zu einer inneren Oberfläche des Innenraumtafelsubstrats hin gedreht. A method of forming a trim panel, which comprises forming an interior panel substrate including a main body portion, a locking portion formed as a portion of the interior panel substrate and a locking member, a first hinge hinge positioned between the locking portion and the main body portion, a locking engagement portion and a second folding hinge positioned between the locking engagement portion and the main strand portion. The method forms an outer cover material including a belt strand outer layer portion on an outer surface of the indoor board substrate. The locking portion is rotated about the first hinge hinge to enclose the belt strand outer layer portion between the locking portion and the locking engagement portion to create an outer layer mechanical lock. The lock engaging portion is then rotated around the second folding hinge toward an inner surface of the ...

Kombinationen aus alpha-2-delta liganden und serotonin / noradrenalin-wiederaufnahmehemmern

Dielektrische Farbprägung

Ein Verfahren zum dielektrischen Prägen eines Materials umfasst die Schritte, eine dielektrische Prägemaschine zur Verfügung zu stellen, die ein dielektrisches Werkzeug aufweist, ein Färbemittel zur Verfügung zu stellen, ein Material zur Verfügung zu stellen, Aufbringen des Färbemittels auf das dielektrische Werkzeug, Anordnen des Materials in der dielektrischen Prägemaschine, Versetzen des dielektrischen Werkzeugs in Kontakt mit dem Material, Energieversorgung des dielektrischen Werkzeugs, dielektrisches Prägen des Materials, Abschaltung der Energieversorgung für das dielektrische Werkzeug, Abkühlen lassen des Materials und des Färbemittels, und Abziehen des dielektrischen Werkzeugs von dem Material.