公开(公告)号：WO1998031524A1

公开(公告)日：1998-07-23

申请号：PCT/US1997022896

申请日：1997-12-15

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  MOFFITT, Roderick, Wilson ,  KOHLS, Gary ,  VANDERPOOL, Vaughn ,  McHUGH, Robert, L.

IPC: B29C45/14

CPC classification number: B29C45/14811 ,  B29C45/14688 ,  B29C2045/14237 ,  B29C2045/14909 ,  B29L2031/3041 ,  Y10T156/1028 ,  Y10T156/1031

Abstract: An improved method of forming a vehicle trim part includes the initial step of securing an insert (26) to a vinyl-skin (32) in a vacuum mold (22). The cloth insert (26) is attached to the outer face of the skin (32), and the two are then placed into a foam mold (36, 48) as a single preform. In this way, if the cloth (26) is improperly connected to the skin (32), the part can be identified as scrap before foam (50) is injected to complete the part. Since the preform (35) is moved into the foam mold, foam (50) is injected behind the part. Since the preform (35) is positioned within the mold as a single part, the invention more accurately positions the insert (26) and skin (32) relative to the mold prior to faom injection. Again, this improves the quality and appearance of the vinyl part.

Abstract translation: 形成车辆装饰部件的改进方法包括将真空模具（22）中的插入件（26）固定到乙烯基表皮（32）上的初始步骤。 布料插入件（26）附接到皮肤（32）的外表面，然后将两者作为单个预制件放置在泡沫模具（36,48）中。 以这种方式，如果布（26）不正确地连接到皮肤（32），则在注射泡沫（50）以完成部件之前，可以将部件识别为废料。 由于预成型件（35）被移动到泡沫模具中，因此在部件之后注入泡沫（50）。 由于预成型件（35）作为单个部件定位在模具内，所以本发明在注射之前相对于模具更精确地定位插入件（26）和皮肤（32）。 再次，这提高了乙烯基部件的质量和外观。

公开(公告)号：WO1998027622A1

公开(公告)日：1998-06-25

申请号：PCT/US1997020254

申请日：1997-11-10

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  SIEDLIK, Henry, A. ,  HOTRA, Zenon

IPC: H01R11/28

CPC classification number: H01R11/287

Abstract: In automotive applications, a storage battery is substantially box-like and includes a first surface and a second surface. An electrical terminal is disposed on the first surface. An apparatus is used to connect a battery cable to the battery. The apparatus includes a first conductor and a second conductor. The first conductor is adapted for attaching to the electrical terminal. The second conductor is adapted for attaching the battery cable to the first conductor. The conductors are shaped to conform with a change in contour between the first surface and the second surface of the battery.

Abstract translation: 在汽车应用中，蓄电池基本上是盒状的并且包括第一表面和第二表面。 电端子设置在第一表面上。 使用一种装置将电池电缆连接到电池。 该装置包括第一导体和第二导体。 第一导体适于附接到电气端子。 第二导体适于将电池电缆连接到第一导体。 导体被成形为符合电池的第一表面和第二表面之间的轮廓变化。

公开(公告)号：WO1998026918A1

公开(公告)日：1998-06-25

申请号：PCT/US1997021998

申请日：1997-12-01

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  MUNRO, Charles, E.

IPC: B29C51/16

CPC classification number: B29C66/3474 ,  B29C33/02 ,  B29C51/082 ,  B29C51/16 ,  B29C63/0065 ,  B29C65/18 ,  B29C65/30 ,  B29C65/4815 ,  B29C66/1122 ,  B29C66/45 ,  B29C66/8322 ,  B29C2043/185 ,  B29C2043/186 ,  B29C2049/2433 ,  B29C2791/001 ,  B29K2711/12 ,  B29L2009/00 ,  B29L2031/3011 ,  B31F1/0077 ,  B32B37/04 ,  B60R13/0225 ,  Y10T156/1031

Abstract: A method of forming a headliner including a fluted paper central substrate includes forming a fluted paper substrate in a first forming tool (40). The formed substrate (44) is then moved to a second bonding tool (46). A cover layer (22) and an adhesive layer (24) are actuated in the bonding tool to secure the cover layer to the substrate. The bonding tool preferably consists of a heated upper portion (48) adjacent the cover layer and the adhesive, and a cooled lower portion (52) which receives the base material. The use of the cooled bottom portion maintains the dimensional accuracy of the base layer during the bonding process. The heated upper layer ensures efficient and quick actuation of the adhesive to bond the cover layer to the substrate.

Abstract translation: 一种形成包括带槽纹纸中心基板的顶篷的方法包括在第一成形工具（40）中形成带槽纹纸基板。 然后将形成的基板（44）移动到第二接合工具（46）。 覆盖层（22）和粘合剂层（24）在接合工具中被致动以将覆盖层固定到基底上。 接合工具优选地包括邻近覆盖层和粘合剂的加热的上部部分（48），以及接收基材的冷却的下部（52）。 冷却的底部部分的使用在粘合过程中保持基底层的尺寸精度。 加热的上层确保了粘合剂的有效和快速的致动以将覆盖层粘合到基底上。

公开(公告)号：WO1998024999A1

公开(公告)日：1998-06-11

申请号：PCT/US1997021046

申请日：1997-11-19

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  RODDY, Timothy, S. ,  NEWMAN, LaVerne, R.

IPC: E05B49/00

CPC classification number: B60R25/04 ,  B60R25/406 ,  G07C9/00182 ,  G07C2009/00626 ,  G07C2009/00785

Abstract: The security system generally includes a key (22) having an infrared transmitter (30) and photocells (32) which charge a power supply. The lock includes a pair of infrared receivers (36) and a pair of light sources (40) which charge the power supply in the key. The infrared transmitter in the key sends a key code to the lock via the infrared transmitter and the infrared receivers. A drive away prevention (DAP) module in the lock identifies the key code and enables the ignition of the vehicle.

Abstract translation: 安全系统通常包括具有对电源充电的红外发射器（30）和光电管（32）的键（22）。 该锁包括一对红外线接收器（36）和对钥匙中的电源充电的一对光源（40）。 钥匙中的红外线发射器通过红外发射器和红外线接收器向钥匙发送钥匙代码。 锁中的防止驾驶（DAP）模块识别钥匙代码，并使车辆点燃。

公开(公告)号：WO1998016974A1

公开(公告)日：1998-04-23

申请号：PCT/US1997018405

申请日：1997-10-09

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  HOTRA, Zenon ,  HOOD, Brian, M.

IPC: H01R13/436

CPC classification number: H01R13/4364

Abstract: A connector for holding at least one terminal includes a housing and a separate finger assembly. The housing defines a channel and a slot there below. Upon insertion of the finger assembly into the slot, a flexible finger extends into the channel. Upon insertion into the channel, the terminal contacts the finger and causes the finger to flex out of the channel into the slot. Upon full insertion of the terminal, the finger rebounds back into the channel and securely holds the terminal within the housing.

Abstract translation: 用于保持至少一个端子的连接器包括壳体和单独的指组件。 外壳在下面定义一个通道和一个插槽。 在将手指组件插入槽中时，柔性手指延伸到通道中。 在插入通道中时，端子接触手指并使手指从通道中弹出到槽中。 当终端完全插入时，手指反弹回通道并将端子牢固地保持在壳体内。

公开(公告)号：WO1998016972A1

公开(公告)日：1998-04-23

申请号：PCT/US1997018407

申请日：1997-10-09

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  MCDONALD, John, J. ,  COLANTUONO, Robert ,  HYDE, George, E. ,  POGUE, Von, R.

IPC: H01R13/115

CPC classification number: H01R13/114

Abstract: An electrical terminal, particularly for use in automotive applications, includes a body portion electrically connected to a wire connection portion. The body portion has an entry end, an exit end and an interior chamber therebetween. The body portion further has at least three spring members within the interior chamber for holding a blade member in electrical contact with the wire connection portion. The spring members are integral with the body portion and extend rearwardly and inwardly within the interior chamber.

Abstract translation: 特别是用于汽车应用的电气端子包括电连接到电线连接部分的主体部分。 主体部分具有入口端，出口端和它们之间的内部室。 主体部分还具有在内部室内的至少三个弹簧构件，用于保持与导线连接部分电接触的刀片构件。 弹簧构件与主体部分成一体并且在内部腔室内向后和向内延伸。

公开(公告)号：WO1998014350A1

公开(公告)日：1998-04-09

申请号：PCT/US1997016396

申请日：1997-09-16

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  KRANE, Michael, A. ,  ZUTECK, Mike ,  NAGY, Steve

IPC: B60R16/02

CPC classification number: B60R16/0215

Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for assembling a wire harness, and then securing that wire harness to a vehicle trim panel includes the use of adhesive strips. The strips are placed in a welding station prior to the wire harness being assembled through the welding stations. Once the wire harness is fully assembled, the trim panel is placed above the jig. The welding stations are provided with structure to actuate the strips and secure the strips to the trim panel. The strips then capture and hold the wires on the trim panel. In this way, the wire harness may be directly attached to the trim panel after its assembly.

Abstract translation: 用于组装线束，然后将线束固定到车辆装饰板的改进的方法和装置包括使用粘合带。 在通过焊接站组装线束之前，将条带放置在焊接站中。 一旦线束完全组装，装饰板就放置在夹具的上方。 焊接站设置有致动带并将条固定到装饰板的结构。 然后，条带捕获并将电线固定在装饰板上。 以这种方式，线束可以在组装之后直接附接到装饰板上。

公开(公告)号：WO1998003373A1

公开(公告)日：1998-01-29

申请号：PCT/US1997011748

申请日：1997-07-03

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  ZAGUSKIN, Alex ,  SZUDAREK, Robert

IPC: B60R16/02

CPC classification number: B60R16/0207 ,  B60R16/0215 ,  Y10T29/49174

Abstract: A vehicle includes a frame having an inner surface and a trim panel having an outer surface adapted to overlie the inner surface of the frame. A plurality of electrical devices are secured in the frame and the trim panel for carrying out various tasks and operations. A plurality of electrical wires are secured to the outer surface of the trim panel and electrically connect to the several electrical devices. Wire routing elements extend from the outer surface of the trim panel for individually and sequentially securing the plurality of electrical wires on the outer surface of the trim panel to eliminate the need for a prefabricated wiring harness. The routing elements may comprise a series of L-shaped posts between which the electrical wires are woven, a series of tabs having a V-shaped receiving notch into which the wires are seated, channels along which the electrical wires are secured by glue, or self-locking strap-like clamps for clamping the electrical wires to the trim panel. The individual electrical wires are routed directly, so that a separate wire harness is eliminated. Also, the subject method eliminates one step on the automobile assembly line process, namely the attachment of the prior art wiring harness to the door frame or to the trim panel.

Abstract translation: 车辆包括具有内表面的框架和具有适于覆盖在框架的内表面上的外表面的装饰板。 多个电气装置固定在框架和装饰板中，用于执行各种任务和操作。 多个电线被固定到装饰板的外表面并且电连接到多个电气装置。 电线布线元件从装饰板的外表面延伸，用于单独并顺序地将多根电线固定在装饰板的外表面上，以消除对预制线束的需要。 路由元件可以包括一系列L形柱，电线被编织在其间，具有V形接收凹口的一系列突片，电线被放置在其中，通过胶水固定电线的通道，或 用于将电线夹紧到装饰板上的自锁带状夹具。 单独的电线直接路由，从而消除了单独的线束。 此外，本发明的方法消除了汽车装配线工艺的一个步骤，即将现有技术的线束附接到门框架或装饰板。

公开(公告)号：WO1997042385A1

公开(公告)日：1997-11-13

申请号：PCT/US1997006629

申请日：1997-04-21

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  DOYLE, Paul, C.

IPC: E05B49/00

CPC classification number: G06F1/3209 ,  G07C9/00309 ,  G07C2009/00365 ,  G07C2009/00793 ,  H04W52/029 ,  H04W52/0293 ,  Y02D70/00

Abstract: The present invention teaches a wake-up detector system having a device (22) with a sleep mode of operation to conserve energy and an awake mode operation, and an input digital data stream (16) having a frequency. The system comprises an analog filter (25) for removing noise, and for passing the input digital data stream such that the passed input digital data stream comprises a transient response (27). The system further comprises a switch (30) for comparing the transient response of the passed input digital data stream with threshold voltage, and for switching the device (22) from the sleep mode of operation to the awake mode of operation when the transient response of the passed input digital data stream reaches the threshold voltage.

Abstract translation: 本发明教导了一种唤醒检测器系统，具有具有睡眠操作模式以节省能量和唤醒模式操作的设备（22）以及具有频率的输入数字数据流（16）。 该系统包括用于去除噪声的模拟滤波器（25），并且用于传递输入数字数据流，使得经过的输入数字数据流包括瞬态响应（27）。 该系统还包括用于将经过输入的数字数据流的瞬态响应与阈值电压进行比较的开关（30），并且用于在将设备（22）从睡眠操作模式切换到唤醒操作模式时，将瞬时响应 传递的输入数字数据流达到阈值电压。

公开(公告)号：WO1997033773A1

公开(公告)日：1997-09-18

申请号：PCT/US1997002760

申请日：1997-02-25

Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Inventor： UNITED TECHNOLOGIES AUTOMOTIVE, INC. ,  BOGOVICAN, Dragan ,  BUCU, Pavel

IPC: B60R16/00

CPC classification number: B60Q1/1469

Abstract: A stalk switch assembly mountable on a steering column of a vehicle includes a base having a track mounting a control stalk. The control stalk includes a collar received on the track, which moves along the track. In a preferred embodiment, the track defines a pivot point for the control stalk, wherein the pivot point is spaced from the stalk and track. The control stalk makes selective electric contact with contact points on the base. When moving contacts come in contact with the electric contact points, the electric switch is actuated or is deactivated. This switch is most beneficially used for the turn signal of a vehicle.

Abstract translation: 可安装在车辆的转向柱上的杆开关组件包括具有安装控制杆的轨道的基座。 控制杆包括接收在轨道上的轴环，其沿着轨道移动。 在优选实施例中，轨道限定用于控制杆的枢转点，其中枢转点与杆和轨道间隔开。 控制杆与底座上的接触点进行选择性电接触。 当移动触点与电触点接触时，电开关被启动或被禁用。 该开关最有利地用于车辆的转向信号。