Automotive interior trim assembly and pad insertion
US6986543B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 24, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/0428
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A trim assembly comprises a substrate member forming at least a portion of the structural support of the trim assembly. A flexible skin overlies at least a portion of the substrate member and is coupled to the substrate. The substrate and flexible skin are configured to define a cavity having an opening. A back plate is mountable to the substrate and adapted to cover the cavity opening. A resilient foam pad contained within a pouch is positioned within the cavity to provide a soft feel to the trim assembly. The foam pad is inserted into the cavity using a tool that pulls a vacuum and compresses the foam pad. The foam pad is insertable into the cavity while in a compressed state and is adapted to expand so as to substantially fill the cavity.
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