Insert for trim, trim and weather strip for vehicle
US6684574B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 2001 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J10/18
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A U-shaped insert for a weather strip includes a plurality of segments, which are spaced apart by a predetermined interval. Adjacent pairs of the segments are attached together by a pair of coupling members. The coupling members of each pair of the segments are substantially parallel to one another. Acutely angled corners are formed by each coupling member and the segments to which it is attached. The acutely angled corners include notches, which are cylindrical and extend into the associated segment. This permits deformation of the insert, while the insert resists tensile deformation.
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