Method of forming an automotive armrest with cupholder
US5275779A · kind A · utility
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4Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 18, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jan 4, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N3/101
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An armrest assembly (10, 110, 210) is provided for pivotal attachment to an automotive seat (16). The armrest assembly (10, 110, 210) includes a cellular foam armrest pad (26, 126, 226) and an armrest cover (28, 128, 228) disposed about the armrest pad (26, 126, 226). The assembly (10, 110, 210) further includes a receptacle (46, 146, 246) for receiving and supporting a beverage container (C) and which is formed of a pliable, vacuum formable vinyl material to maintain the "soft touch" characteristic of the armrest assembly (10, 110, 210). A method is also provided for making the armrest assembly (10, 110, 210).
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