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Channel-shaped trim with disconnected core pieces

US4424976A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 10, 1982
Grant dateJan 10, 1984
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Expiry dateMay 10, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/24198
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A channel-shaped trim having a longitudinally extending opening for embracing and clamping an edge flange of a support member comprising a core member having a large number of disconnected channel-shaped core pieces constructed with at least two strip-shaped elements and connecting portions which are positioned symmetrically with respect to both side end portions of the elements so as to define and surround all sides of at least one slot between the elements and the connecting portions. In addition, the trim includes a covering member enclosing the core member and charged between the adjacent core pieces and in slots which are formed in the core pieces.

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