Backlite retention system
US6935677B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 11, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J1/1815
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A backlite retention system for a motor vehicle convertible roof includes a roof canopy defining an opening therein, an outer ring disposed along an edge of the opening and adjacent an outer side of the canopy, and a transparent backlite adhesively bonded to an outer surface of the outer ring. In addition, a method for attaching a backlite to a roof canopy of a convertible motor vehicle includes fastening an outer ring to the roof canopy adjacent an outer side of the canopy along an opening in the canopy, and adhesively bonding a backlite to an outer surface of the outer member.
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