CA2133931A1 - Window lace assembly having embedded antennas and method for making same - Google Patents
Window lace assembly having embedded antennas and method for making sameInfo
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Abstract
ABSTRACT
The present invention window lace assembly comprises a window lace having a pair of antennas embedded therewithin. In the preferred embodiment, the pair of antennas are linearly aligned with one another along an elongated dimension of the window lace and are separated by a notched-away portion. In an alternate embodiment, the two antennas are parallel and adjacent to each other throughout a substantial portion of the window lace's elongated dimension. In both embodiments, the first antenna can be used with a radio receiver and the second antenna can be used with a cellular telephone device.
The present invention window lace assembly comprises a window lace having a pair of antennas embedded therewithin. In the preferred embodiment, the pair of antennas are linearly aligned with one another along an elongated dimension of the window lace and are separated by a notched-away portion. In an alternate embodiment, the two antennas are parallel and adjacent to each other throughout a substantial portion of the window lace's elongated dimension. In both embodiments, the first antenna can be used with a radio receiver and the second antenna can be used with a cellular telephone device.
Description
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WINDOW LACE ASSEMBLY HAVING EMBEDDED
ANTENNAS AND METHOD FOR MAKING SAME
BACKGROUND OF ~HE INVENTION
This invention relates generally to an antenna for use in an automotive vehicle and specifically to a pair of antennas which are embedded within a window lace of an automotive vehicle.
Automotive vehicles commonly include devices requiring antennas For example, cellular telephones have become an increasingly popular option within automotive vehicles. Cellular telephones require a cellular telephone antenna which is commonly an antenna mounted to the vehicle in addition to a separate factory installed radio antenna. Often the cellular phone antenna is permanently attached to the vehicle's back window or temporarily attached to theinside of a window or windshield by suction cups. Permanent installation of a cellular telephone antenna to a back window generally requires disassembly of portions of the vehicle interior trim for routing of the appropriate wires and then reassembly of the trim. Unfortunately, exterior mounted antennas are sometimes . .
visually displeasing and such antennas often serve to notify potential thieves that ; .
, a cellular telephone unit is located within the vehicle. Moreover, it is ofter visually displeasing to have multiple antennas mounted on the vehicle, as may be the case where the vehicle has AM/FM radio and cellular phone antennas ` :~
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mounted thereon. Internally mounted antennas such as those mounted by 20 suction cups are also sometimes unsightly and potentially interfere with the driver's vision. . ;;
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In accordance with the present invention, the above disadvantages ;
are overcome by concealing an antenna within a window lace assembly. Two .
prior patents are known which show a radio antenna within an automotive weatherstrip. These are shown in: U.S. Patent 4,758,166 entitled "Concealed Radio Antenna," issued to Bonnett et al. on July 19, 1988; and U.S. Patent 2,481,978 entitled "Automobile Radio Coupler and Method of Communication," ; .: ;`
issued to Clough on September 13, 1949. Furthermore, it is known within the :
weatherstrip and window lace industry that a wire may be inserted with a molding ~ ; i` `
during the extrusion process to control the lace's shape and shrinkage ;,.
characteristics while adding longitudinal strength. While the preceding antenna `
devices and patents depict improvements in the art, the traditional problems ;:: -associated with a cellular telephone antenna in addition to a radio antenna are ; .
still present. ~``/` `~
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SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION :;
In accordance with the present invention, a preferred embodiment .
of a window lace assembly comprises a window lace with a pair of antennas ` ~ -embedded therewithin. The antennas are electrically isolated frorn one another.
In the preferred embodiment, the two antennas are linearly aligned with eac other along an elongated dimension of the window lace and are separated by a notched-away portion. In an alternate embodiment, the two antennas are parallel and adjacent to one another throughout a substantial portion of the window lace's ~ t~, .
elongated dimension. In both embodiments, the first antenna can be used with . .:
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an AM/FM radio receiver or the like and the second antenna can be used with a cellular telephone device.
The window lace assembly with embedded antennas of the present invention is advantageous. Both a cellular telephone antenna and a radio :
5 antenna can be concealed within an easily installed window lace. Thus, the unsightly appearance of a pair of visible antennas is avoided. Furthermore, the integration of parts saves assembly time, part proliferation and cost. Moreover, the potential for theft of the cellular telephone device is reduced since the cellular telephone antenna is now hidden.
10Additional advantages and features of the present invention will become apparent from the following description and the appended claims, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
BRIEF pESCRlPTlON OF THE DRAWINGS
Figure 1 is a perspective view showing the preferred embodiment ~;
15 of the present invention window lace assembly in relation to an automotive vehicle;
Figure 2 is an elevation view of the present invention window lace assembly of Figure 1; ~.-Figure 3 is a side elevation view of the present invention window ~ `
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Figure 4 is a cross sectional view of the present invention window ~ -lace assembly, taken along line 3-3 of Figure 1; ;~
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~ l 3 ~ 3 Figure 5 is a cross sectional view showing an alternate embodiment of the present invention window lace assembly, taken aiong line 3-3 of Figùre 1; ~ .
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Figure 6 is a perspective view showing the proGess used to .. -.manufacture the preferred embodiment of the present invention window lace ;~
assembly of Figure 1. ;;
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT .. ` `~
Referring to Figure 1, a window lace assembly 11 of the present `.invention is shown installed on an automotive vehicle 13. Window lace assembly 10 11 is located around three.sides of front windshield 15. Of course, window lace assembly 11 can be located on only one side or as desired around the sides of a windshield 15 or other window such as a back light. As can best be seen in `~
Figures 2-4, the preferred embodiment of window lace assembly 11 comprises a window lace 17, a first conductive member 19 such as a first antenna and a 15 second conductive member 21 such as a second antenna. h.
As shown in cross section, window lace 17 has an aesthetically pleasing cap portion 23, an intermediate portion 25 perpendicularly located .:
thereto, a flexible finger 27 protruding from one side of intermediate portion 25, ;~
and a stationary finger 29 which protrudes from an opposite side of intermediate20 portion 25. Intermediate portion 25 and flexible finger 27 fit within a gap 31 ~ `.. `j:`
defined between an edge 33 of window 15 and an offset 35 of a vehicle body , ~; .
panel 37. Furthermore, stationary finger 29 is adjacent to the backside 39 of .j, ,~
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window 15. Moreover, cap portion 23 overlaps a portion 41 of body panel 37 and a portion 43 of window panel 15 thereby aesthetically covering gap 31 from view. Window panel 15 is held onto a flange 45 of body panel 37 by a urethane adhesive bead 47 as is known to one skilled in the art.
Antenna 19 has an elongated dimension 61 measured between a first end 63 and a second connecting end 65. Antenna 19 also has a circular cross sectional dimension 67 which is significantly thinner than elongated dimension 61. Similarly, antenna 21 has an elongated dimension 71 measured between a first end 73 and a second connecting end 75. Antenna 21 also has a circular cross sectional dimension (shown as 67) which is significantly thinner than elongated dimension 71. Both antenna 19 and antenna 21 are completely embedded within window lace 17, however, connecting ends 65 and 75, respectively, must be accessible for electrical attachment. Antenna 19 is electrically connected to a radio receiver 81 and a suitable grounding plane 83.1~ Antenna 21 is electrically connected to a cellular telephone device 85 and an appropriate grounding plane 87, if required. Furthermore, in the preferred embodiment, antennas 19 and 21 are positioned coincident with an elongated dimension 91 of window lace 17 and are linearly aligned with one another .
therein. Nevertheless first ends 63 and 73 are spatially isolated from one . .~ `
20 another by a notched-away portion 93 of window lace 17 therebetween.
:.; ', ' An alternate embodiment of a window lace assembly 101 is shown .
in Figure 5. Window lace assembly 101 is comprised of a window lace 103, a first conductive member for use as a radio antenna 105, and a second ~
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conductive member.for use as a cellular telephone antenna 107. Window lace : ;
103 is similar in configuration to that of the preferred embodiment, however, in .~
this assembly 101 antennas 105 and 107 are positioned adjacent and parallel to ~ ~ ;
one another within window lace 103. Furthermore, antenna 105 and antenna . ~:
107 are electrically isolated from one another by a section 109 of window lace " -103. The electrical connections for each antenna 105 and 107 can be made at ~ ~ ~
the same end of window lace 103. Moreover, a notched-away portion, as is . ~.. ;
used in the preferred embodiment, is not necessary with this window lace `i ~
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assembly 101. This embodiment is suitable for longer length antennas, for loop 10 antennas that need to be connected at both ends, or for window laces that cannot have a notched away portion.
Window laces 17 and 103 are made from an elastomeric rubber or ;~
thermoplastic such as EPDM (ethylene-propylene terpolymer). Also, conductive i~
members 19, 21, 105 and 107 are preferably discrete insulated copper wires. . . `
The preferred embodiment of window lace assembly 11 can be manufactured by using conventional extruding equipment with modified cutting dies. Referring to Figure 6, a roll 111 longitudinally feeds wire 113 into a cross- .,, head extrusion die 115. Simultaneously, an extruder 117 extrudes polymeric resin around wire 113 and through die 115. Next, a match metal die 120 notches-away the window lace intermediate portion 25, flexible finger 27, . ~ .
,. .- , stationary finger 29 and wire 113. Another match metal die 121 then cuts .
window lace assembly 11 to predetermined lengths. Finally, a stripping device~ ,.
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119 can be used in combination with match metal die 121 to remove the window' -.
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lace 17 from around wire 113 in order to later make the necessary electrical connections.
While various embodiments of the present invention window lace assembly having a pair of antennas embedded therewithin have been disclosed, 5 it will be appreciated that various modifications may be made without departing from the present invention. For example, the window lace assembly of the present invention may have more than two conductive members embedded therewithin. Furthermore, while a specific window lace shape has been described, many other profiles may be employed without departing from the 10 scope of this invention. Also, electrica? devices other than cellular telephones, which require a dedicated antenna, may be connected to the second antenna Moreover, a conductive metallic mesh or metallic flat tape rnay be embedded within the window lace instead of discrete insulated copper wires. Various materials have been disclosed in an exemplary fashion, however, other materials 15 may of course be used. It is intended by the following claims to cover these and any other departures from the disclosed embodiments which fall within the true ~ .
spirit of this invention.
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WINDOW LACE ASSEMBLY HAVING EMBEDDED
ANTENNAS AND METHOD FOR MAKING SAME
BACKGROUND OF ~HE INVENTION
This invention relates generally to an antenna for use in an automotive vehicle and specifically to a pair of antennas which are embedded within a window lace of an automotive vehicle.
Automotive vehicles commonly include devices requiring antennas For example, cellular telephones have become an increasingly popular option within automotive vehicles. Cellular telephones require a cellular telephone antenna which is commonly an antenna mounted to the vehicle in addition to a separate factory installed radio antenna. Often the cellular phone antenna is permanently attached to the vehicle's back window or temporarily attached to theinside of a window or windshield by suction cups. Permanent installation of a cellular telephone antenna to a back window generally requires disassembly of portions of the vehicle interior trim for routing of the appropriate wires and then reassembly of the trim. Unfortunately, exterior mounted antennas are sometimes . .
visually displeasing and such antennas often serve to notify potential thieves that ; .
, a cellular telephone unit is located within the vehicle. Moreover, it is ofter visually displeasing to have multiple antennas mounted on the vehicle, as may be the case where the vehicle has AM/FM radio and cellular phone antennas ` :~
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mounted thereon. Internally mounted antennas such as those mounted by 20 suction cups are also sometimes unsightly and potentially interfere with the driver's vision. . ;;
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In accordance with the present invention, the above disadvantages ;
are overcome by concealing an antenna within a window lace assembly. Two .
prior patents are known which show a radio antenna within an automotive weatherstrip. These are shown in: U.S. Patent 4,758,166 entitled "Concealed Radio Antenna," issued to Bonnett et al. on July 19, 1988; and U.S. Patent 2,481,978 entitled "Automobile Radio Coupler and Method of Communication," ; .: ;`
issued to Clough on September 13, 1949. Furthermore, it is known within the :
weatherstrip and window lace industry that a wire may be inserted with a molding ~ ; i` `
during the extrusion process to control the lace's shape and shrinkage ;,.
characteristics while adding longitudinal strength. While the preceding antenna `
devices and patents depict improvements in the art, the traditional problems ;:: -associated with a cellular telephone antenna in addition to a radio antenna are ; .
still present. ~``/` `~
: `: '' ' ' ~',.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION :;
In accordance with the present invention, a preferred embodiment .
of a window lace assembly comprises a window lace with a pair of antennas ` ~ -embedded therewithin. The antennas are electrically isolated frorn one another.
In the preferred embodiment, the two antennas are linearly aligned with eac other along an elongated dimension of the window lace and are separated by a notched-away portion. In an alternate embodiment, the two antennas are parallel and adjacent to one another throughout a substantial portion of the window lace's ~ t~, .
elongated dimension. In both embodiments, the first antenna can be used with . .:
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an AM/FM radio receiver or the like and the second antenna can be used with a cellular telephone device.
The window lace assembly with embedded antennas of the present invention is advantageous. Both a cellular telephone antenna and a radio :
5 antenna can be concealed within an easily installed window lace. Thus, the unsightly appearance of a pair of visible antennas is avoided. Furthermore, the integration of parts saves assembly time, part proliferation and cost. Moreover, the potential for theft of the cellular telephone device is reduced since the cellular telephone antenna is now hidden.
10Additional advantages and features of the present invention will become apparent from the following description and the appended claims, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
BRIEF pESCRlPTlON OF THE DRAWINGS
Figure 1 is a perspective view showing the preferred embodiment ~;
15 of the present invention window lace assembly in relation to an automotive vehicle;
Figure 2 is an elevation view of the present invention window lace assembly of Figure 1; ~.-Figure 3 is a side elevation view of the present invention window ~ `
20lace assembly of Figure 2; ;. ~ ~
Figure 4 is a cross sectional view of the present invention window ~ -lace assembly, taken along line 3-3 of Figure 1; ;~
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~ l 3 ~ 3 Figure 5 is a cross sectional view showing an alternate embodiment of the present invention window lace assembly, taken aiong line 3-3 of Figùre 1; ~ .
and :: .
Figure 6 is a perspective view showing the proGess used to .. -.manufacture the preferred embodiment of the present invention window lace ;~
assembly of Figure 1. ;;
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT .. ` `~
Referring to Figure 1, a window lace assembly 11 of the present `.invention is shown installed on an automotive vehicle 13. Window lace assembly 10 11 is located around three.sides of front windshield 15. Of course, window lace assembly 11 can be located on only one side or as desired around the sides of a windshield 15 or other window such as a back light. As can best be seen in `~
Figures 2-4, the preferred embodiment of window lace assembly 11 comprises a window lace 17, a first conductive member 19 such as a first antenna and a 15 second conductive member 21 such as a second antenna. h.
As shown in cross section, window lace 17 has an aesthetically pleasing cap portion 23, an intermediate portion 25 perpendicularly located .:
thereto, a flexible finger 27 protruding from one side of intermediate portion 25, ;~
and a stationary finger 29 which protrudes from an opposite side of intermediate20 portion 25. Intermediate portion 25 and flexible finger 27 fit within a gap 31 ~ `.. `j:`
defined between an edge 33 of window 15 and an offset 35 of a vehicle body , ~; .
panel 37. Furthermore, stationary finger 29 is adjacent to the backside 39 of .j, ,~
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window 15. Moreover, cap portion 23 overlaps a portion 41 of body panel 37 and a portion 43 of window panel 15 thereby aesthetically covering gap 31 from view. Window panel 15 is held onto a flange 45 of body panel 37 by a urethane adhesive bead 47 as is known to one skilled in the art.
Antenna 19 has an elongated dimension 61 measured between a first end 63 and a second connecting end 65. Antenna 19 also has a circular cross sectional dimension 67 which is significantly thinner than elongated dimension 61. Similarly, antenna 21 has an elongated dimension 71 measured between a first end 73 and a second connecting end 75. Antenna 21 also has a circular cross sectional dimension (shown as 67) which is significantly thinner than elongated dimension 71. Both antenna 19 and antenna 21 are completely embedded within window lace 17, however, connecting ends 65 and 75, respectively, must be accessible for electrical attachment. Antenna 19 is electrically connected to a radio receiver 81 and a suitable grounding plane 83.1~ Antenna 21 is electrically connected to a cellular telephone device 85 and an appropriate grounding plane 87, if required. Furthermore, in the preferred embodiment, antennas 19 and 21 are positioned coincident with an elongated dimension 91 of window lace 17 and are linearly aligned with one another .
therein. Nevertheless first ends 63 and 73 are spatially isolated from one . .~ `
20 another by a notched-away portion 93 of window lace 17 therebetween.
:.; ', ' An alternate embodiment of a window lace assembly 101 is shown .
in Figure 5. Window lace assembly 101 is comprised of a window lace 103, a first conductive member for use as a radio antenna 105, and a second ~
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conductive member.for use as a cellular telephone antenna 107. Window lace : ;
103 is similar in configuration to that of the preferred embodiment, however, in .~
this assembly 101 antennas 105 and 107 are positioned adjacent and parallel to ~ ~ ;
one another within window lace 103. Furthermore, antenna 105 and antenna . ~:
107 are electrically isolated from one another by a section 109 of window lace " -103. The electrical connections for each antenna 105 and 107 can be made at ~ ~ ~
the same end of window lace 103. Moreover, a notched-away portion, as is . ~.. ;
used in the preferred embodiment, is not necessary with this window lace `i ~
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assembly 101. This embodiment is suitable for longer length antennas, for loop 10 antennas that need to be connected at both ends, or for window laces that cannot have a notched away portion.
Window laces 17 and 103 are made from an elastomeric rubber or ;~
thermoplastic such as EPDM (ethylene-propylene terpolymer). Also, conductive i~
members 19, 21, 105 and 107 are preferably discrete insulated copper wires. . . `
The preferred embodiment of window lace assembly 11 can be manufactured by using conventional extruding equipment with modified cutting dies. Referring to Figure 6, a roll 111 longitudinally feeds wire 113 into a cross- .,, head extrusion die 115. Simultaneously, an extruder 117 extrudes polymeric resin around wire 113 and through die 115. Next, a match metal die 120 notches-away the window lace intermediate portion 25, flexible finger 27, . ~ .
,. .- , stationary finger 29 and wire 113. Another match metal die 121 then cuts .
window lace assembly 11 to predetermined lengths. Finally, a stripping device~ ,.
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119 can be used in combination with match metal die 121 to remove the window' -.
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lace 17 from around wire 113 in order to later make the necessary electrical connections.
While various embodiments of the present invention window lace assembly having a pair of antennas embedded therewithin have been disclosed, 5 it will be appreciated that various modifications may be made without departing from the present invention. For example, the window lace assembly of the present invention may have more than two conductive members embedded therewithin. Furthermore, while a specific window lace shape has been described, many other profiles may be employed without departing from the 10 scope of this invention. Also, electrica? devices other than cellular telephones, which require a dedicated antenna, may be connected to the second antenna Moreover, a conductive metallic mesh or metallic flat tape rnay be embedded within the window lace instead of discrete insulated copper wires. Various materials have been disclosed in an exemplary fashion, however, other materials 15 may of course be used. It is intended by the following claims to cover these and any other departures from the disclosed embodiments which fall within the true ~ .
spirit of this invention.
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Claims (13)
1. A window lace assembly for use in an automotive vehicle, said window lace assembly being partially located within a gap defined between an edge of a window panel and an adjacent vehicle body panel, said window lace assembly comprising:
an elastomeric window lace having an elongated dimension thereof and a cross sectional shape normal thereto;
a first conductive member having an elongated dimension thereof with a cross sectional shape normal thereto, said first conductive member further having a pair of ends thereupon at least one of which is accessible for an electrical connection thereto, said first conductive member being an antenna which is electrically connected with a first electronic device;
a second conductive member having an elongated dimension thereof with a cross sectional shape normal thereto, said second conductive member further having a pair of ends thereupon at least one of which is accessible for an electrical connection thereto, said second conductive member being an antenna which is electrically connected to a second electronic device;
and said cross sectional shapes along said elongated dimensions of said first conductive member and said second conductive member being totally encapsulated within said window lace, said elongated dimensions of said first and second conductive members coinciding with said elongated dimension of said window lace.
an elastomeric window lace having an elongated dimension thereof and a cross sectional shape normal thereto;
a first conductive member having an elongated dimension thereof with a cross sectional shape normal thereto, said first conductive member further having a pair of ends thereupon at least one of which is accessible for an electrical connection thereto, said first conductive member being an antenna which is electrically connected with a first electronic device;
a second conductive member having an elongated dimension thereof with a cross sectional shape normal thereto, said second conductive member further having a pair of ends thereupon at least one of which is accessible for an electrical connection thereto, said second conductive member being an antenna which is electrically connected to a second electronic device;
and said cross sectional shapes along said elongated dimensions of said first conductive member and said second conductive member being totally encapsulated within said window lace, said elongated dimensions of said first and second conductive members coinciding with said elongated dimension of said window lace.
2. The window lace assembly of Claim 1 wherein said first and second conducting members are electrically isolated from one another and said vehicle body panels.
3. The window lace assembly of Claim 2 wherein said first conductive member and said second conductive member are substantially aligned in a linear orientation coincident with said elongated dimension of said window lace.
4. The window lace assembly of Claim 3 wherein said first conductive member and said second conductive member are spatially interposed from one another by a notched-away portion of said window lace being positioned therebetween.
5. The window lace assembly of Claim 2 wherein said elongated dimension of said first conductive member and said elongated dimension of said second conductive member are parallel and adjacent to one another throughout said elongated dimension of said window lace.
6. The window lace assembly of Claim 2 wherein said first conductive member and said second conductive member are insulated discrete wires.
7. The window lace assembly of Claim 1 wherein said first electronic device is a radio receiver.
8. The window lace assembly of Claim 1 wherein said second electronic device is a cellular telephone.
9. A method for producing a window lace assembly having embedded antennas therein for use in an automotive vehicle, said window lace assembly having a window lace partially located within a gap defined between an edge of a window panel and an adjacent vehicle body panel, said method comprising:
(a) positioning an antenna within a die;
(b) extruding said window lace through said die and around said antenna thereby encapsulating said window lace around a cross section of said conductive member adjacent thereto;
(c) notching away a portion of said window lace thereby cutting said antenna into a first antenna portion and a second antenna portion, said first and second antenna portions being spatially interposed from one another; and (d) cutting said window lace assembly to a predetermined length.
(a) positioning an antenna within a die;
(b) extruding said window lace through said die and around said antenna thereby encapsulating said window lace around a cross section of said conductive member adjacent thereto;
(c) notching away a portion of said window lace thereby cutting said antenna into a first antenna portion and a second antenna portion, said first and second antenna portions being spatially interposed from one another; and (d) cutting said window lace assembly to a predetermined length.
10. The method for producing a window lace assembly of Claim 9 further comprising:
(a) stripping a predetermined portion of said window lace from around a connecting end of said first antenna portion and from around a connecting end of said second antenna portion;
(b) connecting said first antenna portion to a first electronic device; and (c) connecting said second antenna portion to a second electronic device.
(a) stripping a predetermined portion of said window lace from around a connecting end of said first antenna portion and from around a connecting end of said second antenna portion;
(b) connecting said first antenna portion to a first electronic device; and (c) connecting said second antenna portion to a second electronic device.
11 11. The method for producing a window lace assembly of Claim 9 wherein:
said window lace has an elongated dimension thereof and a cross sectional shape normal thereto;
said first antenna portion has an elongated dimension thereof with a cross sectional shape normal thereto, said first antenna portion further has a pair of ends thereupon at least one of which is accessible for an electrical connection thereto, said first antenna portion is electrically connected with a first electronic device;
said second antenna portion has an elongated dimension thereof with a cross sectional shape normal thereto, said second antenna portion further has a pair of ends thereupon at least one of which is accessible for an electrical connection thereto, said second antenna portion is electrically connected to a second electronic device; and said first antenna portion and said second antenna portion are embedded and spatially interposed within said window lace such that said elongated dimensions of said first and second antenna portions coincide with said elongated dimension of said window lace.
said window lace has an elongated dimension thereof and a cross sectional shape normal thereto;
said first antenna portion has an elongated dimension thereof with a cross sectional shape normal thereto, said first antenna portion further has a pair of ends thereupon at least one of which is accessible for an electrical connection thereto, said first antenna portion is electrically connected with a first electronic device;
said second antenna portion has an elongated dimension thereof with a cross sectional shape normal thereto, said second antenna portion further has a pair of ends thereupon at least one of which is accessible for an electrical connection thereto, said second antenna portion is electrically connected to a second electronic device; and said first antenna portion and said second antenna portion are embedded and spatially interposed within said window lace such that said elongated dimensions of said first and second antenna portions coincide with said elongated dimension of said window lace.
12 12. A method for producing a window lace assembly having embedded antennas for use in an automotive vehicle, said window lace assembly having a window lace partially located within a gap defined between an edge of a window panel and an adjacent vehicle body panel, said method comprising:
(a) positioning a first flexible antenna within a die;
(b) positioning a second flexible antenna within said die, said second antenna being electrically isolated from first antenna;
(c) extruding said window lace through said die and around said first and second antennas, said first and second antennas each having an elongated dimension which is parallel and adjacent to one another throughout said elongated dimension of said window lace;
(d) connecting said first antenna to a first electronic device; and (e) connecting said second antenna to a second electronic device.
(a) positioning a first flexible antenna within a die;
(b) positioning a second flexible antenna within said die, said second antenna being electrically isolated from first antenna;
(c) extruding said window lace through said die and around said first and second antennas, said first and second antennas each having an elongated dimension which is parallel and adjacent to one another throughout said elongated dimension of said window lace;
(d) connecting said first antenna to a first electronic device; and (e) connecting said second antenna to a second electronic device.
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