Heated handle and method of forming same
US6727467B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 31, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20834
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A heated handle (e.g. a steering wheel) is provided for an article of manufacture such as an automotive vehicle along with a method for forming the handle. The handle typically includes a core, an outer cover layer and a heater, which is preferably disposed at least partially between the outer cover layer and the core. The heater typically includes one or more of a conductor, a cushion and a separator.
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