BRPI1002986A2 - refinement introduced in an ornamental cover applied to exterior mirrors of automotive vehicles in general - Google Patents

Abstract

IMPROVEMENTS INTRODUCED IN ORNAMENTAL COVER APPLIED TO EXTERNAL REAR VIEWS OF AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES IN GENERAL. More precisely, it is an ornamental cover (1), notably developed for breastfeeding and protection of external mirrors (RT) of automotive vehicles (VA) allowing differentiation and even facilitating vehicle identification (VA) in parking lots. shopping malls, hypermarkets, among others; said ornamental cover (1) presents several types of ornaments and colors (OR), being configured in a single piece (2) that when planned presents an oblong shape area (2a), and from one of the extreme portions a pair develops elongated flaps (2b) and (2c) arranged mirrored to each other; the peripheral edge (2d) of the oblong area (2a) receives through a seam (C) an elastic band (TE) configuring a main window (iR), while the ends (2b <39>) and (2c <39 >) of each elongated flap (2b) and (2c) are fixed to each other by means of stitching (C) or other suitable means, such as, button, velcro, etc. configuring an opening (AB) for mounting in the rear view mirror (RT).

Description

"IMPROVEMENT INTRODUCED IN ORNAMENTAL COVER APPLIED TO EXTERNAL REVIEWERS OF AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES IN GENERAL".

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present invention is a refinement introduced in an ornamental cover applied to exterior mirrors of automotive vehicles in general, especially developed for ornamentation and protection of exterior mirrors of automotive vehicles allowing the differentiation and even easier identification of the vehicle in shopping mall parking lots. , hypermarkets, among others.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUNDS

As is well known, the exterior mirrors of automotive vehicles are of great importance, as the need for peripheral visualization of the elements is essential for safety during a journey, especially on streets, avenues, roads of constant motorbike movement. Such external rear-view mirrors shall be adjusted according to each driver.

Most of today's automotive vehicles feature exterior mirrors configured by a mounting arm where a housing is mounted, which houses a mirror's internal articulating devices, and said mounting arm is mounted on the side portion of the vehicle.

It happens that said rearview mirror carcass is usually made of polymer of black color or can receive a coat of paint of the same color as the car can be metallic or matte presenting a unique ornamental pattern and, consequently, making differentiation and impersonation impossible between the vehicles.

Thus, currently there are decorative kits to apply to vehicles where this kit includes, in addition to the decorative elements developed for application in the headlight, rearview mirror, door handles, etc. Features a pair of chrome stickers to apply to the outside surface of the rearview casing allowing ornamentation.

However, the continuous exposure of the chrome adhesive to climate variation, ie, sun, rain, wind, humidity, causes the wear of these decorative adhesives and, consequently, the destruction of the ornaments.

TECHNICAL STATE ANALYSIS

A brief search of the patent bank brought to light documents concerning decorative elements applied to rear-view mirrors, such as, for example, document no. MU 8000353-2 (2000), which deals with a protective and decorative cover for automotive rear-view mirrors in general, which is made of a flexible, flexible plastic body and is manufactured by injection, blow or vacuum forming as well as fiberglass or With non-ground metal molded by stamping, the main feature is the external surface finish, which follows the color of the vehicle's automotive paint, has a smooth and transparent surface, retaining the original color of the vehicle or featuring high relief of design or figures. promotional and / or decorative bars, will be fitted by fitting to the rear view mirror of the vehicle, covering the entire surface and perimeter contact edge or by applying self-adhesive double-sided tape all around the perimeter contour, edges or parts where greater securing and bonding with specific adhesives on the entire inner surface of contact with the rearview mirror.

The main drawback of the above-mentioned decorative rearview cover model is the fact that for each rearview mirror model a specific cover model is required restricting production.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF OBJECT

With the intention of providing improvements to the consumer market, the applicant developed refinement introduced in the trim applied to exterior mirrors of automotive vehicles in general, notably developed for ornamentation and protection of exterior mirrors of automotive vehicles allowing the differentiation and even the facilitation of identification. of the vehicle in parking lots of malls, hypermarkets, among others.

Said ornamental cover is made of stretch type fabric with elastane or other flexible fabric, and this fabric can have various types of ornaments and colors, as well as allowing the printing of company logos, names of businesses, etc.

Said ornamental cover is configured in a single piece with main window in whose peripheral edge is provided an elastic band, while the extreme lateral portion includes mounting opening in the mirror housing.

Thus, when the ornamental cover is mounted on the rearview mirror housing, the main window allows full viewing of the mirror, while the fabric portion covers the entire outer surface of the rearview mirror.

GOALS AND ADVANTAGES

The main objective was the configuration of an ornamental cover that can be used in any rearview mirror model, because the elasticity of the fabric and the resilience of the peripheral edge of the viewing window allows the modeling of the cover in any rearview mirror format.

DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

In addition to the present description in order to gain a better understanding of the features of the present invention and in accordance with a preferred practical embodiment thereof, accompanying the accompanying description is a set of drawings, in which, by way of example, but not limitation, represented the following:

Figure 1 illustrates a plan view of the ornamental cover;

Figure 2 shows a perspective view of the ornamental cover;

Figures 3, 4 and 5 show perspective views of mounting the trim on an external vehicle rearview mirror.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

With reference to the drawings, the present invention relates to "IMPROVEMENT INTRODUCED ON ORNAMENTAL COVER APPLIED TO GENERAL AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE EXTERNAL REVIEWERS", more precisely it is an ornamental cover (1), especially developed for ornamentation and protection of external rearview mirrors (RT). ) of automotive vehicles (VA) allowing α differentiation and even the facilitation of vehicle identification (VA) in parking lots of malls, hypermarkets, among others.

According to the present invention, said ornamental cover (1) is preferably made of stretch type fabric (T) with elastane or other flexible fabric, said fabric (T) having various types of ornaments and colors (OR), in addition to allow printing of company logos, store names, etc. Said ornamental cover (1) is configured in a single piece (2) which when planed presents oblong shaped area (2a), and from one of the end portions develop a pair of elongated flaps (2b) and (2c) arranged mirrored with each other.

The peripheral edge (2d) of the oblong area (2a) receives by seam (C) an elastic band (TE) forming a main window (JP), while the ends (2b ') and (2c') of each elongate tab (2b) and (2c) are fixed to each other by means of seam (C) or other suitable means such as button, velcro, etc. setting an aperture (AB) for rearview mounting (RT).

Thus, when the ornamental cover (1) is mounted on the rearview mirror housing (RT) the main window (JP) allows full viewing of the mirror (E), while the fabric (T) surrounds the entire surface of the rearview mirror housing ( RT).

Admittedly, when the present invention is put into practice, modifications may be made with respect to certain details of construction and shape, without implying departing from the fundamental principles which are clearly substantiated in the claim framework, thereby understanding that The terminology employed was not intended for limitation.

Claims (2)

1.) "IMPROVEMENT INTRODUCED ON ORNAMENTAL COVER APPLIED TO EXTERNAL AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE REVIEWERS", more precisely it is an ornamental cover (1), especially developed for the ornamentation and protection of automotive rear-view mirrors (RT). allowing the differentiation and even the facilitation of vehicle identification (VA) in parking lots of malls, hypermarkets, among others; characterized by the fact that the ornamental cover (1) has several types of ornaments and colors (OR), being configured in a single piece (2) which when planned presents an oblong area (2a), and from one of the extreme portions develop a pair of elongate flaps (2b) and (2c) mirrored together; the peripheral edge (2d) of the oblong area (2a) receives by seam (C) an elastic band (TE) forming a main window (JP), while the ends (2b ') and (2c') of each elongate tab (2b) and (2c) are fixed to each other by means of seam (C) or other suitable means such as button, velcro, etc. setting an aperture (AB) for rearview mounting (RT). 2.) "IMPROVEMENT INTRODUCED IN ORNAMENTAL COVER APPLIED TO EXTERNAL AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE REVIEWERS" according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the fabric (T) is of the extensible type with elastane or other flexible fabric.