Molded automotive fluid dispensing and manifold distribution system
US11203138B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2019 |
| Grant date | Dec 21, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60S1/48
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A process and assembly for incorporating a molded automotive fluid dispensing and manifold distribution system into an injection molded panel, including the steps of providing a mold and forming in a first injection molded shot a thermoplastic panel of a first material, opening the mold and positioning against a surface of the panel a previously produced manifold distribution system including at least a main manifold section and at least one branching section communicating with a nozzle outlet and reclosing the mold and subsequently forming in a second injection molded shot a second softer thermoplastic material in order to bond the manifold system to the first show panel. Other steps include forming the manifold distribution system in a secondary cavity with the first shot panel, following which a pick-and-place robot aligns the panel and manifold prior to the shot of softer material.
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