Method for compensating for tolerance variations between an overlay and wheel assembly
US5845973A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 28, 1996 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60B7/18
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for assembling to an automotive wheel an overlay composed of a solid plastic panel member that is directly attached to the surface of the wheel. In one aspect, an intermediate positive fixing element is provided for temporarily positioning and securing the overlay to the wheel during an interval in which a slow-curing, high strength adhesive that permanently adheres the overlay to the wheel is allowed to cure. An interrelated aspect involves the selective placement of adhesive between the overlay and the wheel so as to improve the overall manufacturability, performance, and consumer-perceived quality of the resulting wheel assembly.
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