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Automotive ashtray and method for making the same

US7032954B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 15, 2004
Grant dateApr 25, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 15, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N3/083
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides for an improved automotive ashtray, and to a two shot molding method for making the same, having a reduced number of parts and that is adapted to be coupled to a substrate of an interior trim assembly, e.g. a door panel, in a vehicle. To this end, the ashtray includes a compartment body and a cover with each including at least one integrally formed connecting member being pivotally coupled together so that the cover may be moved between an open and a closed position for accessing a cavity within the body.

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