Method of forming a vehicle trim panel
US7060215B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 19, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/3005
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of manufacturing an overmolded trim component includes providing a first mold portion and a movable mold element. The movable mold element includes first and second mold surfaces positioned at a first angle with respect to one another. The movable mold element is then positioned into the first position to define a first cavity. A first material is then introduced into the first cavity, thereby forming a substrate. The substrate includes a first substrate surface is at a second angle with respect to a second substrate surface. The movable mold element is then positioned into the second position to define a second cavity. A second material is then introduced into the second cavity, thereby forming an overmolded trim component. The movable mold element is oriented at a third angle with respect to the first substrate surface and at a fourth angle with respect to the second substrate surface.
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