JPH0712615B2 - Automotive interior finish with woven fibers in a transparent matrix - Google Patents

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention relates to decorative materials for use in vehicle interiors, and more particularly to woven fibers set in a transparent matrix finish molded into the shape of the desired member. , Woven fibers that exhibit a unique interior appearance.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art The solid interior members of automobile passenger compartments have historically been made of wood, imitation wood, or plastic. Typically, wood interiors will be used to give a luxurious look, while plastics will be used as a more economical application. Plastics are easily molded into any shape and thickness for various components. Wood interiors have a more limited range of application and are therefore used less frequently as important interiors. Wooden products suitable for classy applications such as automotive interiors increase the cost of interiors because they are relatively rarely used.

[0003]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention overcomes the deficiencies of known automotive interiors by using aesthetic materials that can be formed into a variety of passenger compartment wear products. Decorative mounting materials for automobile interiors, which can initially be molded into any desired shape, are inherently robust in nature. One of the preferred embodiments of the aesthetic material is a glass fiber substrate with material thickness to support the surface material, and decorative woven fibers set in a transparent matrix such as polyester; And an outer layer of transparent coated finish. The fibers to be woven are preferably carbon fibers,
It may be Kevlar, Boron, Arimide, or the like. The woven fibers set in the transparent matrix have an attractive iridescent color. The protective coating prevents scratches and other scratches on the mounting material. Fiberglass substrates are designed only as an underlying moldable substrate due to woven fibers set in polyester material. In one method of providing a decorative interior, the glass fiber substrate is molded into the desired shape. Once molded, the woven fibers are added onto a substrate and set in a clear polyester matrix. After the materials have been set, a clear coat finish may be added.

Alternatively, the fibers to be woven may be first molded and formed into the desired shape, and then the glass fiber substrate may be added thereon. This combination will then be embedded and set in a polyester material. After removal from the mold, a clear coating finish may be added to protect the member. Other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will be apparent from the following detailed description with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0005]

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT The drawing shows a perspective and cross-sectional perspective view of a portion of the decorative material 10 of the present invention. In manufacture, the material 10 may be molded into any shape suitable for vehicle interiors. The unique aesthetic appearance of material 10 gives it a luxurious appeal. Material 10 is used for the decorative veneer of equipment, instrument panel,
Consoles, intended to be used to give a unique look to door interior panels. Due to the unique appearance of material 10 and its durability, the material is well suited for use in areas subject to frequent impacts.

Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, the material 10 has a multi-layered structure for aesthetic appearance and resistance to damage, while being easily molded into a desired shape. Material 10
Has a base 12 that acts as a back for a net 14 of woven fibers 16. In the preferred embodiment, the fibers 16 are made of carbon and impart an iridescent color to the outer surface of the material 10. Alternatively, the net layer 14 may be Kevlar,
It may be made of boron or arimid fiber. The woven net 14 and base 12 can be molded or formed into any desired shape. To set the base 12 and net 14, the molded member is set in a transparent matrix finish such as polyester resin. The setting of the polyester finish provides a solid form suitable for mounting in the passenger cabin of a vehicle. The transparent matrix finish makes the carbon fiber net 14 look iridescent and gives the member an attractive aesthetic appearance.

Once set, the molded member is removed from the mold or other support structure. A protective clear coat or gel coat finish 18 may be applied to the part so as not to scratch the appearance of the part. Thus, aesthetically pleasing yet damage-resistant parts can be manufactured considerably cheaper than conventional finishes.

A member containing the material 10 of the present invention may be molded using several different processes. In the preferred method, the glass fiber substrate 12 is molded into the desired shape. Thereafter, the woven fiber net 14 is added to the substrate 12 and the polyester resin is added. Once the molded part is set, the clear coat top layer 18 is added.
In another method, the mesh layer 14 is placed in a mold having the desired morphology. The glass fiber mat backing 12 is subsequently molded onto the inner surface of the net 14. After forming the basic members, the net 14 and substrate 12 are embedded and set in a polyester resin material. The set features are then demolded and the transparent coating 18 is applied to the outer surface of the member. It is to be understood that the above detailed description is provided for the sake of clarity only, and does not impose unnecessary limitations, and the scope of the appended claims It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that there may be some variations without departing from the spirit.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a part of the surface of a decorative interior material of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the decorative interior material of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 10 Decorative Material 12 Base 14 Net 16 Woven Fiber

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Claims (7)

[Claims] 1. A transparent base resin in which a decorative fiber woven into a net shape and molded into the shape of the member as an aesthetic surface material for an interior member of a vehicle and a net of the molded fiber are embedded. Then, after the resin is set, the material has a base resin that forms a firm surface of the interior member. 2. A glass in which the material is further molded with the fiber net in the form of a member and embedded with the net in the resin, thereby forming an internal support surface for supporting the fiber net. Material according to claim 1, characterized in that it has a fibrous base. 3. A protective coating is applied to the outer surface of the fiber network set in the fibers.
The material described in. 4. The material according to claim 1, wherein the decorative fiber is a carbon fiber that imparts an iridescent color to a woven net. 5. Material according to claim 1, characterized in that the decorative fibers are Kepla fibers which impart an iridescent color to the woven net. 6. The material according to claim 1, wherein the decorative fiber is a boron fiber that imparts an iridescent color to a woven net. 7. The material according to claim 1, wherein the transparent base resin is a polyester resin.