Steering wheel comprising a decorative covering
US6668682B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 23, 2001 |
| Grant date | Dec 30, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 23, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/2087
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a steering wheel comprising a decorative covering, whereby a steering wheel frame having a steering wheel rim insert and spokes is at least partially covered in sections with foam and is provided with the decorative covering in sections, especially with a decorative wood. According to the invention, the steering wheel frame is provided with a foam sheathing in the areas (3, 4) which are provided for the decorative covering and which comprise outer dimensions that are smaller than those of the remaining areas. In addition, the invention provides that at least one dimensionally stable decorative covering part is fastened on said foam sheathing, and at least one centering means is provided between the foam sheathing and the decorative covering part.
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