Abstract:
A switch assembly is provided that in one aspect provides a switch knob that can move in up to five directions by using a plunger element that moves with respect to an actuation plate such that tilting the knob in any of four directions uses the plate to activate underlying domes whereas pressing the knob towards the assembly provides a fifth function by moving the plunger element with respect to the plate and thus activating a central dome beneath the plunger element. In another aspect, the switch assembly enables a larger area of illumination on an illuminated film by interposing a light pipe between an actuation dome and the film, the light pipe also serving as a plunger element to enable touch actuation by pressing the film, moving the plunger towards the dome and activating the dome.
Abstract:
An assembly for installation of a switch in the dashboard of a vehicle without the use of any tools. The assembly comprises a housing, a resilient member such as a washer spring, and a bezel. The switch is secured to the housing and subsequently inserted into the bezel which is integrated with the dashboard. The installation of the switch, which is secured to the housing is then completed through the interaction of a profiled wall on the bezel and a flange on the housing with the washer spring interposed between.
Abstract:
Die Reparatur von Rissen nach dem Stand der Technik beinhaltet, dass auch innen liegende Defekte herausgearbeitet werden müssen, um erst dann zugeschweißt werden zu können. Das erfindungsgemäße Verfahren schlägt vor, innen liegende Risse nicht herauszuarbeiten, sondern unter der Verwendung eines Flussmittels (13) mit dem innen liegenden Riss (4) auf zu schmelzen.
Abstract:
A method of applying a weld using a gas tungsten arc welding procedure. A filler element is provided to a welding location. The filler element (14) includes a first material used during formation of a weld, and a second material that is capable of producing a slag upon melting thereof. A welding arc (30) provides heat that melts portions of first and second components (16, 18) and the filler element proximate to the welding location (42) to form a weld pool. The second material melts and forms a slag, which flows to an outer surface of the weld pool and shields the weld pool from exposure to reactive elements in the atmosphere. Upon cooling of the weld pool, the weld pool solidifies to form a weld between the first component and the second component