Abstract:
A molding apparatus to trim a molded product which comprises an outer member and a substrate member is disclosed, with the molding apparatus comprising a first mold half and a second mold half operable together to define a mold cavity to form the molded product therein and edge-wrap at least a portion of the substrate with the outer member; a trimming device operable to trim the outer member at the edge-wrapped portion of the molded product as the first mold half and/or the second mold half move in an opening direction relative to one another; and the trimming device comprising shearing means, the shearing means comprising a pair of cooperating shearing edges with one shear edge provided by the first mold half and the other shear edge provided by the second mold half.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a method of treating central nervous system disorders and other disorders by administering an alpha2delta ligand such as, for example, a compound of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1 is hydrogen or straight or branched lower alkyl, and n is an integer of from 4 to 6.
Abstract:
An energy absorbing countermeasure for motor vehicle doors comprises a body having at least a first zone and a second zone. Each zone has at least one surface with recesses in the surface and portions between recesses. The portions are broken upon impact and enter into the recess to exhibit energy absorbing efficiency. The recesses in the first zone are arranged or configured to absorb a first desired peak load during impact and the recesses in the second zone are arranged or configured to absorb a second desired peak load during impact. The first desired peak load is different from the second desired peak load.
Abstract:
A motor vehicle interior trim component comprises a substrate and covering material injection molded onto at least a portion of the substrate. The covering material has gas-encapsulating elements therein. The gas-encapsulating elements have a property of elastic recovery when the gas-encapsulating elements are pressed until they are deformed and then the pressure is relieved. A method for forming the trim component comprises a step of forming a first mold space and injecting a first material into the first mold space so that the first material substantially conforms to the shape of the first mold space to form a substrate. In another step, a second mold space is formed and a second material is injected into the second mold space so that the second material substantially conforms to the shape of the second mold space to form a covering material over the substrate. The second material is softer than the first material and has gas-encapsulating elements therein.
Abstract:
A locking system (12) for a mold (14) includes a first mold half (20), a second mold half (22), and a lock assembly that is coupled to one of the mold halves (20, 22). The lock assembly includes a wear plate (80), that is disposed between the first mold half (20) and the second mold half (22), and an adjustment element (86), which is disposed between the wear plate (80) and one of the mold halves (20,22). The lock assembly also includes a wear plate locking fastener (84), that locks the position of the wear plate (80), and an adjustment fastener (88), which is separate therefrom and adjusts the position of the wear plate (80).
Abstract:
An injection molding system (10) includes a first mold half (20) and a second mold half (22), which forms a cavity (23) with the first mold half (20). A cavity intrusion element (34) is displaceable to extend within the cavity (23). A displacement mechanism (36) is coupled to the cavity intrusion element (34). A controller (38) is coupled to the displacement mechanism (36) and controls the intrusion depth (D) of the cavity intrusion element (34) during an injection molding process. A method of forming an article includes the pressurizing of the cavity (23) within a mold (14) via a gas. A material having a blowing agent is injected into the cavity (23). The gas pressure within the cavity (23) is released. The cavity intrusion element (34) is backed out from within the cavity (23). The material is cured.
Abstract:
The present invention provides for an improved trim part, e.g. a bolster or trim plate, with integrated appliqué for use in a trim assembly, and to a continuous two-shot molding operation that may be performed utilizing a single mold assembly. In an exemplary embodiment, the trim part, i.e. a bolster, includes a substrate formed by injecting a first material into a first shot mold cavity in a first shot of a molding operation. An appliqué is provided in a second shot mold cavity then a cover is formed between the substrate and appliqué by injecting into a mold chamber a second foamed material in a second shot of the molding operation. The formed cover is integrally molded to at least a portion of the substrate and the appliqué to form a trim part with integrated appliqué.
Abstract:
A ribbed armrest for inclusion in an automobile door assembly includes a substrate section and a ribbed armrest section. The ribbed armrest section is over-molded onto the substrate section which provides support thereto. The ribbed armrest section includes a plurality of ribs that provide flexibility and a soft cushioned feel. A method of forming the ribbed armrest include a step in which the substrate is injection molded followed by a step in which the armrest section is injection molded onto the substrate section. Trim panels and door assemblies incorporating the ribbed armrest are also provided.
Abstract:
In at least certain embodiments, the present invention relates to an automobile trim panel with an insert molded decorative component. In at least one embodiment, the automobile interior panel is made by a) providing a molding tool comprising a first mold half and a second mold half that cooperate to form a first mold cavity, b) providing an insert component within the first mold cavity having a substrate made of a first material, and a decorative portion made of a second material less rigid that the first material, with the first mold half, the second mold half, and the insert component forming a second mold cavity, and c) introducing a resin into the second mold cavity to form a panel secured to the insert component.
Abstract:
The present invention provides for an improved trim part, e.g. a bolster or trim plate, with integrated appliqué for use in a trim assembly, and to a continuous two-shot molding operation that may be performed utilizing a single mold assembly. In an exemplary embodiment, the trim part, i.e. a bolster, includes a substrate formed by injecting a first material into a first shot mold cavity in a first shot of a molding operation. An appliqué is provided in a second shot mold cavity then a cover is formed between the substrate and appliqué by injecting into a mold chamber a second foamed material in a second shot of the molding operation. The formed cover is integrally molded to at least a portion of the substrate and the appliqué to form a trim part with integrated appliqué.