Automotive trim piece
US5536540A · kind A · utility
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23Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 27, 1993 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 27, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/31699
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A body side molding for automobiles. The molding has a rigid base and a cover which is relatively flexible with respect to the base. Covers of disclosed embodiments are of polyvinyl chloride. The base and cover snap together, the cover having retainers on its reverse face, and the base having retainers for engaging the retainers of the cover on its obverse face. The reverse face of the base is secured to a vehicle using double-sided adhesive tape.
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