Method of vehicle door assembly
US6928735B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 26, 2002 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 26, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49982
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A plurality of interior door components such as a window lift mechanism, a lock assembly, and a horizontal energy absorbing member are coupled to a door substructure. A finished exterior door panel having a class-A surface is adhesively bonded to the substructure, disposing the door interior components between the finished exterior door panel and a portion of the door substructure. The assembled door is coupled to a previously painted vehicle body.
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