Modified slush moldable TPU for instrument panels with seamless airbag deployment capability
US7833623B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 15, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 16, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 15, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/269
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A vehicle instrument panel skin comprises residues of a thermoplastic urethane elastomer and a propylene-ethylene copolymer. The thermoplastic urethane elastomer includes a polyol, an organic diisocyanate, an optional chain extender, and an optional hindered amine light stabilizer and a benzotriazole ultraviolet stabilizing agent. A method for forming the instrument panel skin is also provided.
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