Hidden outer belt seal
US12403754B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 18, 2023 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 18, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J10/76
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various examples of a window seal for a door assembly, e.g., for a vehicle, a door assembly, and a method of making a seal or door assembly are provided. A window seal may include a longitudinally extending channel having a cross section opened toward a moveable window. The belt seal structure may further comprise an insert having a base received longitudinally in the channel. An example door assembly may include an exterior door panel having a visible exterior surface and an interior surface. The door assembly may further comprise a window seal having a channel extending along the interior surface and an insert comprising a base received longitudinally in the channel. Example inserts may comprise a sealing lip extending laterally out of the channel to contact the moveable window.
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