公开(公告)号：US20060097544A1

公开(公告)日：2006-05-11

申请号：US10904408

申请日：2004-11-09

Applicant: Glenn Cowelchuk ,  David Dooley ,  Michael Hier ,  Todd DePue ,  Randy Reed

Inventor： Glenn Cowelchuk ,  David Dooley ,  Michael Hier ,  Todd DePue ,  Randy Reed

IPC: B60J5/00

CPC classification number: B29C45/1676 ,  B29C45/045 ,  B29C45/1628 ,  B29C45/1657 ,  B29K2105/04 ,  B29L2031/3005 ,  B60R13/02

Abstract: An automotive interior trim assembly has at least one area which provides an enhanced tactile feel that is soft to the touch. The interior trim assembly includes a substrate member forming at least part of a structural support of a trim assembly and a cover member formed of thermoplastic elastic foam supported on the substrate member. In one embodiment, the interior trim assembly is formed in a two-shot molding operation wherein a first material is molding during a first shot to form the substrate member. The cover member is molded onto the substrate member during a second shot of the molding operation to form the interior trim assembly.

Abstract translation: 汽车内部装饰组件具有至少一个提供触感柔软的触感的区域。 内部装饰组件包括形成装饰组件的结构支撑件的至少一部分的基底构件和由支撑在基底构件上的热塑性弹性泡沫形成的盖构件。 在一个实施例中，内部装饰组件以两次成型操作形成，其中第一材料在第一次注射期间模制以形成基底构件。 在模制操作的第二次射击期间，将盖构件模制到基底构件上以形成内部装饰组件。

公开(公告)号：US07005091B2

公开(公告)日：2006-02-28

申请号：US10248306

申请日：2003-01-07

Applicant: Glenn Cowelchuk ,  Steven M. Christian ,  Todd DePue ,  David J. Cauvin

Inventor： Glenn Cowelchuk ,  Steven M. Christian ,  Todd DePue ,  David J. Cauvin

IPC: B29C39/20 ,  B29C44/06 ,  B29C44/12

CPC classification number: B29C44/12 ,  B60R2013/0281

Abstract: A method for forming an integrated trim plate in a single processing step. An appliqué section is reversibly securing to the lower section of a mold. A layer of thermoplastic covering is applied onto and over the appliqué section and lower section of the mold. A layer of foam is then injected between the thermoplastic covering and a substrate used to secure the integrated trim plate within a structure such as an automobile frame. The appliqué section may be magnetically secured to the lower section of the mold or may be physically secured within a forming section of the lower section.

Abstract translation: 一种用于在单个加工步骤中形成集成装饰板的方法。 贴布部分可逆地固定在模具的下部。 将一层热塑性覆盖物涂覆在模具的贴布部分和下部上面。 然后将一层泡沫塑料注入到热塑性覆盖层和用于将集成的装饰板固定在诸如汽车框架的结构内的基板之间。 贴布部分可以磁性地固定到模具的下部，或者可以物理地固定在下部的成形部分内。

公开(公告)号：US20060037795A1

公开(公告)日：2006-02-23

申请号：US11164045

申请日：2005-11-08

Applicant: Glenn Cowelchuk ,  Richard Morabito ,  Joseph Donatti ,  Todd DePue

Inventor： Glenn Cowelchuk ,  Richard Morabito ,  Joseph Donatti ,  Todd DePue

IPC: B62D25/14

CPC classification number: B29C44/1257 ,  Y10T428/233 ,  Y10T428/239 ,  Y10T428/24488 ,  Y10T428/24612 ,  Y10T428/24777

Abstract: In at least one embodiment, the present invention takes the form of a panel comprising a substrate, a cover layer, and foam disposed between at least a portion of the substrate and the cover layer. At least one of the cover layer or the substrate being is provided with an integrally formed member for sealing the cover layer to the substrate. The present invention also relates to a method for forming the panel.

Abstract translation: 在至少一个实施例中，本发明采用包括衬底，覆盖层和布置在衬底的至少一部分和覆盖层之间的泡沫的面板的形式。 覆盖层或基板中的至少一个设置有用于将覆盖层密封到基板的整体形成的构件。 本发明还涉及一种用于形成面板的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20050205739A1

公开(公告)日：2005-09-22

申请号：US10802897

申请日：2004-03-17

Applicant: Todd DePue ,  David Hein

Inventor： Todd DePue ,  David Hein

IPC: A47K1/08 ,  B60N3/10

CPC classification number: B60N3/108 ,  B60N3/106

Abstract: A multi-purpose holder for supporting an article in a vehicle includes a support member for supporting an article. A sensor is adapted to generate a signal that is a function of a desired position of the support member. An actuator is selectively coupled to the support member, the actuator operable to enable the support member to move in response to the signal.

Abstract translation: 用于支撑车辆中的物品的多用途支架包括用于支撑物品的支撑构件。 传感器适于产生作为支撑构件的期望位置的函数的信号。 致动器被选择性地联接到支撑构件，所述致动器可操作以使得所述支撑构件响应于所述信号而移动。

公开(公告)号：US08267428B2

公开(公告)日：2012-09-18

申请号：US12642460

申请日：2009-12-18

Applicant: Todd DePue ,  Arun Chickmenahalli ,  Michael W. Cass ,  Robert Adams

Inventor： Todd DePue ,  Arun Chickmenahalli ,  Michael W. Cass ,  Robert Adams

IPC: B60R21/045 ,  B60R21/04 ,  B60K37/00

CPC classification number: B60R21/02 ,  B60R2021/0273

Abstract: An energy absorber for a vehicle includes an elongate member having lateral and longitudinal axes. The elongate member may include one or more channels which are oriented to have walls which extend in the general direction of the lateral axis. An upper surface of at least one of the channels may have an engagement feature that may be configured to engage a stationary member of a vehicle when an impact force brings the engagement feature into contact with the stationary member. The channels may be configured to deform and collapse to absorb at least some of the impact force.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆的能量吸收器包括具有横向和纵向轴线的细长构件。 细长构件可以包括一个或多个通道，其被定向成具有在横向轴线的大致方向上延伸的壁。 至少一个通道的上表面可以具有接合特征，该接合特征可以被配置为当冲击力使接合特征与固定构件接触时接合车辆的固定构件。 通道可以被构造成变形和折叠以吸收至少一些冲击力。

公开(公告)号：US07291301B2

公开(公告)日：2007-11-06

申请号：US10731244

申请日：2003-12-09

Applicant: Glenn A. Cowelchuk ,  Robert J. Adams ,  Michael J. Hier ,  Todd DePue

Inventor： Glenn A. Cowelchuk ,  Robert J. Adams ,  Michael J. Hier ,  Todd DePue

IPC: B29C69/00 ,  B29C45/14

CPC classification number: B60R21/205 ,  B29C45/0053 ,  B29C45/1671 ,  B29C45/1675 ,  B29C70/78 ,  B29C2045/0093 ,  B29L2031/3005 ,  B29L2031/3038 ,  B60R21/2165

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an airbag assembly and a trim component for vehicle including the step of providing a first mold structure having a first surface formed therein, a second mold structure having a second surface formed therein and a third mold structure having a third surface formed therein. The first mold structure and the second mold structure are positioned to define a first cavity. A first material is introduced into the first cavity to form a substrate. The substrate and the third mold structure are positioned to define a second cavity. A second material is introduced into the second cavity to form at least one of a portion of an airbag assembly and an outer layer overmolded onto the substrate. Additionally, a scrim material may be disposed within the second cavity to produce a hinge having an embedded layer of scrim material.

Abstract translation: 一种制造安全气囊组件和车辆装饰部件的方法，包括提供其中形成有第一表面的第一模具结构的步骤，具有形成在其中的第二表面的第二模具结构和在其中形成有第三表面的第三模具结构 。 第一模具结构和第二模具结构被定位成限定第一腔。 将第一材料引入第一腔体以形成基底。 基板和第三模具结构被定位成限定第二腔。 将第二材料引入到第二腔中以形成气囊组件的一部分和包覆模制到基底上的外层中的至少一个。 此外，稀松布材料可以设置在第二空腔内以产生具有嵌入层的稀松布材料的铰链。

公开(公告)号：US07140636B2

公开(公告)日：2006-11-28

申请号：US10431211

申请日：2003-05-07

Applicant: Todd DePue ,  Glenn A. Cowelchuk ,  Michael J. Hier

Inventor： Todd DePue ,  Glenn A. Cowelchuk ,  Michael J. Hier

IPC: B60R21/16

CPC classification number: B60R21/205 ,  B29C65/06 ,  B29C66/232 ,  B29C66/30223 ,  B29C66/532 ,  B29C66/54 ,  B29L2031/3038 ,  B60R21/2165 ,  B60R2021/21537

Abstract: An interior vehicle trim panel includes a panel body having a front face and an under face. The under face has a tear seam to allow an airbag to exit the panel body when the airbag is deployed. The tear seam defines an airbag door. A sheet of hinge material attached to the under face of the airbag door of the panel body. An airbag collar is attached to the under face of the panel body about the airbag door. An airbag housing is attached to the airbag collar, such that a portion of the sheet of hinge material is secured between the airbag collar and the airbag housing, thereby forming an interior vehicle trim panel.

Abstract translation: 内部车辆装饰板包括具有正面和底面的面板体。 当安全气囊展开时，底面具有撕裂接缝，以允许安全气囊离开面板主体。 撕裂缝限定了安全气囊门。 安装在面板主体的安全气囊门下面的铰链材料片。 安全气囊环围绕安全气囊门连接到面板主体的下表面。 安全气囊壳体附接到气囊套环，使得铰链材料片的一部分固定在安全气囊套环和气囊壳体之间，由此形成车内装饰板。

公开(公告)号：US20060154028A1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-13

申请号：US10905601

申请日：2005-01-12

Applicant: David Dooley ,  Randy Reed ,  Glenn Cowelchuk ,  Michael Hier ,  Todd DePue

Inventor： David Dooley ,  Randy Reed ,  Glenn Cowelchuk ,  Michael Hier ,  Todd DePue

IPC: B32B3/10 ,  B60R21/04 ,  B29C65/00

CPC classification number: B29C45/14508 ,  B29C45/14811 ,  B29K2221/003 ,  B29L2031/3041 ,  B60R21/04 ,  Y10T428/24331

Abstract: In one advantageous embodiment of the claimed invention, an integral cushioned trim panel (14a-14c) for a vehicle passenger cabin (10) is provided. The integral cushioned trim panel (14a-14c) includes a substrate (22) for attachment to a predetermined portion (12a-12c) of the vehicle. The substrate (22) has a cover member (24) coupled thereto for substantially covering the substrate (22). In addition, the substrate (22) and the cover member (24) have a cushioning member (16) disposed therebetween. The cushioning member (16) is injection molded between the substrate (22) and the cover member (24) for forming an integral construction, minimizing the manufacturing cycle time, and decreasing the costs associated therewith.

Abstract translation: 在所要求保护的发明的一个有利实施例中，提供了一种用于车辆客舱（10）的整体缓冲装饰板（14a-14c）。 整体缓冲装饰板（14a-14c）包括用于附接到车辆的预定部分（12a-12c）的基底（22）。 衬底（22）具有联接到其上的盖构件（24），用于基本上覆盖衬底（22）。 另外，衬底（22）和盖构件（24）之间具有缓冲构件（16）。 缓冲构件（16）在衬底（22）和盖构件（24）之间注射成型，用于形成整体结构，使制造周期时间最小化并降低与之相关的成本。

公开(公告)号：US20060100764A1

公开(公告)日：2006-05-11

申请号：US10904385

申请日：2004-11-08

Applicant: Robert Adams ,  Michael Cass ,  Todd DePue ,  Kenneth Shaner

Inventor： Robert Adams ,  Michael Cass ,  Todd DePue ,  Kenneth Shaner

IPC: G06F7/00 ,  E05F15/00

CPC classification number: B60R7/04

Abstract: An automotive center console is adjustable in fore and aft directions. In one embodiment, the console includes a console housing slidably mounted within the vehicle interior and a controllable damper having high and low damping states. In the high damping state, the controllable damper maintains the console housing in a selected position. When it is desired to relocate the console housing to a new position, the controllable damper is actuated to the low damping state, whereby the console housing may be freely moved to the desired position. The controllable damper is actuated back to the high damping state to maintain the console housing in the new position.

Abstract translation: 汽车中控台在前后方向可调。 在一个实施例中，控制台包括可滑动地安装在车辆内部的控制台壳体和具有高和低阻尼状态的可控阻尼器。 在高阻尼状态下，可控阻尼器将控制台壳体保持在选定位置。 当需要将控制台壳体重新定位到新位置时，可控制的阻尼器被致动到低阻尼状态，由此控制台壳体可以自由地移动到期望的位置。 可控阻尼器被启动回到高阻尼状态以将控制台壳体保持在新位置。

公开(公告)号：US20060097536A1

公开(公告)日：2006-05-11

申请号：US10904433

申请日：2004-11-10

Applicant: Todd DePue ,  David Dooley ,  Randy Reed ,  Glenn Cowelchuk ,  Michael Hier

Inventor： Todd DePue ,  David Dooley ,  Randy Reed ,  Glenn Cowelchuk ,  Michael Hier

IPC: B60R7/00

CPC classification number: B60R7/046 ,  B60R7/04

Abstract: An automotive assembly having an integrated spring mechanism. The assembly includes a first member and a second member pivotally coupled to the first member and moveable between a first and second position with respect to the first member. The assembly further includes a resilient element integrally molded with one of the first and second members. The resilient element includes an extension portion having a free end that is coupled to the other one of the first and second members. The extension portion imposes a force on the second member to bias the second member in at least one direction. A method of making the assembly includes a two shot molding process where the one of the first and second members is formed in a first shot of the molding operation and the resilient element is integrally molded thereto in the second shot of the molding operation.

Abstract translation: 具有集成弹簧机构的汽车组件。 组件包括第一构件和枢转地联接到第一构件的第二构件，并且可相对于第一构件在第一和第二位置之间移动。 组件还包括与第一和第二构件之一整体模制的弹性元件。 弹性元件包括具有联接到第一和第二构件中的另一个的自由端的延伸部分。 延伸部分在第二构件上施加力以沿至少一个方向偏压第二构件。 制造组件的方法包括双成型模制工艺，其中第一和第二构件中的一个在模制操作的第一次冲压中形成，并且弹性元件在模制操作的第二次模中一体地模制在其上。