Bend flaps for trim panel mounted watershields
US7240956B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 8, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J5/0418
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle moisture barrier comprises a formed barrier film and one or more bend flaps. The bend flaps may be bent along a bend axis formed by a deformation created at a junction line between the bend flap and the barrier film. The distal or free end of the bend flap contacts a trim panel to provide a stiffening force proximate to a raised rib extending from the opposite side of the barrier to promote sealing of the raised rib when a drawn form opposite to the raised rib is not provided to promote such sealing.
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