Encapsulated glass frame assemblies and associated methods for forming same
US10119323B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 13, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/3052
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An encapsulated glass assembly includes a glass panel and a plastic frame and a clip. The frame has at least three frame sides and has a lower wall portion extending from an outer wall surface along each of the at least three frame sides. The clip has a C-shaped clip channel and is coupled to a first frame side of the frame such that a portion of the panel is retained within the C-shaped clip channel. An optional clip can be coupled to a second frame side. The plastic frame can alternatively include a C-shaped channel on the second frame side, wherein another portion of the panel is retained within the C-shaped channel. An encapsulant is bonded onto the panel, the frame, and the clip to secure the frame to the panel. The encapsulant has a Shore hardness less than the Shore hardness of the frame.
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