Weatherstrip apparatus for vehicle door window
US5791088A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 25, 1996 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J10/75
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle door assembly includes first and second weatherstripping components secured directly to the vertically movable window beneath the opening between the outer door panel and inner door trim panel such that the weatherstrips are not visible. The weatherstrips include upwardly protruding lip portions which cooperate with the base portion of the respective weatherstrip to form a channel for carrying water out of the door assembly. By securing the weatherstripping directly to the window, unsightly beltline weatherstrips are eliminated. Also, the frictional engagement of prior art beltline weatherstrips with the window is eliminated, thereby allowing downsizing of the window lifting mechanism, and allowing the use of plastic or glazed windows because the abrasion of prior art designs is eliminated.
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