WO2010048619A1 - Glass run with applique assembly - Google Patents
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- This application further relates to automotive vehicles, and more particularly to a purchased in assembly (PIA) that combines a high or low gloss applique with a glass run assembly.
- PIA purchased in assembly
- Such a weatherstrip is generally referred to as a "glass run assembly" and guides opposite front and rear edges of the window glass from beneath the belt line in an automotive vehicle door until the window is disposed in a fully raised position where a third portion of the continuous glass run assembly provides sealing along the upper edge of the window or the header portion of the window opening in the door.
- the glass run assembly may be supported, i.e., includes a rigid support or core such as a metal core or a rigid plastic core encased in a rubber or elastomer such as EPDM or a plastic, or the glass run assembly may be unsupported, i.e., has no interior rigid core, and instead is a rubber or thermoplastic.
- the glass run is typically secured to the vehicle door, for example, with pins, clips, tape, receipt in an associated channel, or through the common use of a U-shaped body where generally parallel legs of the body grippingly engage opposed surfaces of a door or body flange.
- the applique is typically a wide, planar metal or plastic component positioned over a B-pillar, for example of the automotive vehicle.
- the contour of the applique and the portion of the vehicle on which the applique is applied, makes it difficult to apply the applique to the vehicle in a manner that covers an exposed edge of the pillar.
- separate pins or clips are provided to secure the applique to the vehicle.
- the applique and the glass run assemblies are disposed closely adjacent one another along the pillar. Nevertheless, they are typically provided as separate components. This requires separate attachment for each component to the vehicle. This prior arrangement also requires separate assembly steps, separate inventory of components, and increases the chance for misalignment between the assembled components. Thus, a need exists for a combined assembly, or modular assembly, that integrates the previously separately supplied components in the manufactured glass run and applique.
- a trim assembly such as a trim member, includes a cover portion dimensioned to overlie a region of an associated vehicle adjacent an edge.
- a connection member is operatively associated with the cover portion.
- a fastener portion is dimensioned for engaging receipt on the associated vehicle and includes a detent connection member having first and second portions for operatively and alternatively engaging the connection member in a shipping, first position and in an installed, second position.
- the detent connection member preferably includes a first shoulder that engages the connection member in a shipping position and a second shoulder spaced from the first shoulder that engages the connection member in the installed position.
- a seal member extends outwardly from one of the trim or the fastener portion for engagement with the associated vehicle.
- the fastener portion preferably includes a first hook member dimensioned for receipt over the associated edge of the vehicle.
- the trim is preferably one of an elastomer or plastomer.
- a method of manufacturing the trim assembly includes providing a cover portion dimensioned to overlie an associated vehicle adjacent an edge and a connection member operatively associated therewith. The method further includes providing a fastener portion dimensioned for engaging receipt on the associated vehicle and including a detent connection member that includes first and second portions for operatively and alternatively engaging the connection member in a shipping, first position and in an installed, second position.
- the method includes forming the connection member as a channel dimensioned to receive the detent connection member therethrough. [0013] The method further includes forming the detent connection member as first and second shoulders spaced apart in a direction of insertion into the connection member, and preferably the first shoulder extending a first height above the detent connection member and the second shoulder extending a different, second height above the detent connection member.
- a method includes extruding the fastener portion, and in a preferred embodiment co-extruding a flexible seal.
- the method further includes cutting the extruded fastener portion into individual segments.
- a method of installing a trim to an associated vehicle includes advancing the trim generally perpendicular to a cover region with the detent connection member in the shipping position and subsequently moving the detent connection member to the installed position to retain the trim to the associated vehicle.
- a primary benefit of the present disclosure is the ease of installation of the trim.
- Still another advantage relates to the application in wide array of end uses.
- Yet another feature is the ability to ship the assembly to a customer as a single piece.
- Another benefit resides in the ability to combine multiple components into one modular assembled glassrun/applique, preferably with integrated clip attachments.
- a further benefit is associated with improved fit and function with the automotive vehicle, as well as the associated improved appearance.
- Figures 1 and 2 are schematic representations of an existing trim part and its installation as a B-piilar trim.
- Figure 3 is a perspective view of a trim panel in a preferred embodiment.
- Figure 4 is an enlarged perspective view of the disassembled components.
- Figures 5 and 6 illustrate the first and second positions of the assembly and installation along an edge of an associated vehicle.
- Figure 7 is a perspective view schematically showing installation of the assembled trim.
- Figures 8 and 9 are views similar to Figures 5 and 6 and illustrating the inclusion of a cut-line seal on the assembly and installation to the edge of a vehicle.
- Figure 10 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of the seal retainer portion.
- Figures 11 and 12 are cross-sectional views of the combined trim and retainer assembly in a first, shipping position and in a subsequent second or installed position.
- Figure 13 is an elevational view of a channel mounted, unsupported, front door glass run and integrated plastic applique.
- Figures 14-16 are cross-sectional views along the lines A-A, B-B, and C-
- Figure 17 is an elevational view of a rear door unsupported glass run with combined applique.
- Figures 18-20 are sectional views taken generally along the lines A-A, B-
- Figure 21 is an elevational view of a glass run/applique assembly for a front door structure.
- Figure 22 is a cross-sectional view taken generally along the lines D-D of
- Figure 23 is an elevational view of a rear door body glass run/applique assembly.
- Figures 24-26 are sectional views along the lines A-A, B-B, and C-C of
- Figure 27 is a perspective view of a glass track that also holds the applique to the vehicle.
- Figure 28 is a perspective view of an applique that receives the clip of
- Figure 29 is a perspective view of a clip.
- Figure 30 a sectional view through the glass run/applique assembly along the B-pillar.
- Figure 31 is a view similar to Figure 30 through the heat stake connector
- Figure 32 is a cross-sectional view similar to Figures 30 and 31 through a gusset portion of the applique.
- Figure 33 is a view similar to Figure 32 through a pin locator of the applique.
- Figures 34 - 36 are views through an alternative B-pillar applique assembly.
- FIGS 1 and 2 show a typical trim assembly, particularly a pillar trim member 100.
- the trim member is a generally elongated structure 102 having a first or upper end 104 and a second or lower end 106. Extending from the lower end 106 is a below belt portion 108 that has a conventional U-shaped channel structure or glass run channel 110 adapted to receive an edge of a movable window (not shown) in an associated vehicle door.
- This channel structure continues along the longitudinal extent of the structure 102 to the upper end 104. In this manner, the window edge is guided as it travels upwardly and downwardly relative to the trim member.
- the channel typically includes a glass run seal that seals about the edge of the window glass and aids in protecting the vehicle interior from the external environment.
- L-shaped hook 112 extends along the opposite edge of the trim member.
- the L-shaped hook 112 extends from a rear face of a panel or applique portion 114 that is a generally planar structure that overlies a portion of an associated automotive vehicle adjacent an edge of the vehicle sheet metal.
- the applique is mounted to a pillar between the front and rear windows of an automotive vehicle. More specifically, and with combined reference to Figures 1 and 2, the hook 112 is dimensioned to be received over an edge or flange of the vehicle, such as a rear door edge of the pillar.
- the hook 112 is positioned along the rear door edge of the pillar and hooked or mounted over the edge. This is represented by reference numeral 120.
- Reference numeral 122 then illustrates that the trim member is subsequently rotated toward the door so that the show panel or applique 114 overlies the generally planar surface of the vehicle.
- the trim member is then slid downwardly as represented by reference numeral 124 to the final mounted position of the trim member on the vehicle.
- the clips or fasteners 126 are installed along the applique portion to secure the trim member to the vehicle.
- the current arrangement requires the trim member to be rotated, and slid down into position in order to wrap the cut-line area flange or edge. This difficult to load procedure limits the amount of flange that can be covered, and also limits the length of the below belt portion of the glass run channel.
- FIG. 3 Shown in Figure 3 is a trim or weatherstrip assembly 200 of the present disclosure.
- the trim member 200 is also an elongated structure 202 having a first or upper end 204 and a second or lower end 206. Noticeably different is the length of a below belt portion 208. This allows a glass run channel 210 to be extended and continues through the belt line which results in improved glass guiding and elimination of separate below belt components.
- the weatherstrip or trim assembly is comprised of two components that are joined together. Specifically, a generally planar pillar trim portion 220 is received over a B-pillar of an automotive vehicle, and dimensioned to overlie and cover the pillar metal portion of the vehicle. A first longitudinal edge 222 runs generally parallel to a second edge 224, and each extending from the upper end 204 to the lower end 206. The dimension between the first and second edges 222, 224 may vary as required by the pillar dimensioning, however it will be appreciated that the trim portion has a first or outer surface 226 that has a desired texture, gloss, finish, etc.
- a second or inner surface 228 is disposed in facing relation with the B-pillar.
- a connection member 230 extends from the inner surface 228 and is thus operatively associated with the cover portion 226 but on an opposite surface thereof.
- the connection member in the illustrated embodiment is preferably one or more channels 232 defined by stanchions or pillar portions 234 that are interconnected by spanning portions 236.
- the spanning portions and pillars thus define a series of adjacent channels that form the connection member on the trim portion 220 of the assembly. It will also be appreciated that the spanning portions have a predetermined dimension in an insertion direction i.e., from the first edge 222 toward the second edge 224, for reasons which will be described in further detail below.
- the second or inner surface 228, or second edge 224 may also include a glass run channel 238 (Figs. 3 and 7) formed therein.
- the channel is dimensioned to receive a seal assembly therein, such as a separate insertable seal assembly (not shown) that includes seal lips that engage opposite faces of the window along the edge and/or may include a high impact, low friction surface in a base portion of the channel.
- a seal assembly such as a separate insertable seal assembly (not shown) that includes seal lips that engage opposite faces of the window along the edge and/or may include a high impact, low friction surface in a base portion of the channel.
- the glass run channel can include an integrated seal assembly formed directly on portions of the channel, rather than a separate insertable seal arrangement.
- the trim member assembly 200 includes a second or fastener portion 250.
- the fastener portion has a generally J-shaped configuration in which an elongated first leg 252 includes a detent connection member 254.
- the detent connection member includes first and second engaging portions or shoulders 256, 258 ( Figure 5) that are spaced apart in the direction of insertion, i.e., from a terminal end of the first leg 252 toward the second leg 260.
- first and second shoulders 256, 258 of the detent connection member extend different heights from the leg, and preferably the second engaging shoulder has a greater height than the first shoulder 256.
- the second leg 260 has a curvilinear contour that facilitates insertion of the fastener portion over the exposed sheet metal edge of the vehicle.
- the second leg is spaced from the spanning portion 236 a dimension slightly less than the width of the combined inner and outer door panels so that the fastener portion 250 grippingly engages the edge of the door.
- the detent connection members of the fastener portion are divided into individual segments. That is, individual cutouts 270 divide the detent connection member into individual segments that are longitudinally spaced apart, and dimensioned and aligned for mating receipt of the pillars 234 of the trim portion.
- first leg 252 of the fastener portion is inserted into the individual channels 232 and a first, predetermined force is required to insert the first shoulder 256 beneath the spanning portion 236 whereby the first shoulder exits at the opposite end of the spanning portion and holds the trim portion 220 to the fastener portion.
- This relative position between the trim and fastener portions is defined as a shipping or first position of the trim assembly. The shipping position allows the fastener portion or retainer to be shipped with the trim member as a single piece from the supplier for installation by the OEM on the assembly line.
- the first shoulder 256 is on one side of a spanning portion 236 while the second shoulder 258 is disposed on the other side in the first or shipping position.
- the assembly can be handled by an assembly line operator/assembler and advanced as a single component in a direction perpendicular to the vehicle surface i.e., as shown by reference numeral 272.
- the fastener portion, and particularly the detent connection member is moved to a second or installed position as shown in Figure 6.
- a second predetermined force is required to insert the second shoulder 258 beneath the spanning portion 236.
- the second shoulder 258 serves to prevent inadvertent removal of the trim portion from the fastener portion. Likewise, the thicker region of the fastener portion behind the second shoulder adds additional force to the gripping engagement of the first leg 252 and further secures the assembly to the edge of the associated vehicle.
- the trim is typically a plastic material but can be formed of other materials as well. If plastic, formation of the channels 232 is easier as a molded component rather than an extruded component.
- the cross-sectional shape of the fastener portion lends itself to being extruded, and subsequently, the first leg is modified to form the cutouts 270.
- portions of the trim can be extruded but it will be appreciated that the components can be molded as a single shot or alternatively as a dual shot structure.
- Figure 7 provides a simplified representation of the installation method.
- the line operator then completes the installation by applying a force in the direction of reference numeral 276 that moves the fastener portion relative to the trim portion. More specifically, the applied force represented by reference numeral 276 advances the second shoulder 258 beneath the spanning portion 236 of the channels to dispose the trim portion and fastener portions in an installed, second position.
- Figures 8 and 9 illustrate a related embodiment in which a cut-line seal
- the seal may be a bulb type seal 290, or any other conventional seal configuration.
- the seal may also be advantageously coextruded with the remainder of the fastener portion due to the cross-sectional profile of this component.
- the seal When installed for example on a rear door, the seal is adapted to engage the vehicle opening along a periphery of the rear door.
- Figure 6 the illustration of Figure 9 shows the weatherstrip assembly in the shipping position in broken line and the second, installed position in solid line.
- Figures 10-12 illustrate yet another embodiment of the weatherstrip assembly.
- seal 292 is a hollow bulb type seal that is mounted on extension 294 and extends outwardly from the fastener portion 260.
- the extension is spaced from the first leg 252 to wrap around and accommodate, for example, a cowl or radiator trim element.
- the extension positions the seal 292 for engagement with an adjacent surface 298 such as a hood or trunk 300 (Fig. 12), etc.
- the dotted line representation in Figure 12 indicates the shipping position of the fastener portion which is actuated to the installation position.
- the various embodiments illustrate a concept that allows the trim or weatherstrip assembly to be shipped to a customer as one part, while facilitating the elimination of retention clips or holes in the vehicle sheet metal. It also allows the part to be installed to the door in one linear motion rather than a complex series of installation steps.
- the components of the trim or weatherstrip assembly can be rigid or flexible plastics, EPDMs, or any other materials typically used in a trim or sealing application.
- the trim/weatherstrip assembly will also find use in a variety of automotive applications where a weatherstrip or trim part is used to enhance the vehicle appearance, help functionality, or cover sheet metal.
- the door pillar trim, hood to cowl trim, hood to fender trim, hood to radiator trim, liftgate and sliding panel trim are just other examples that are not intended to be limiting.
- This arrangement eliminates the use of additional fasteners, allows the use of inexpensive materials, and more importantly simplifies installation.
- FIG. 13 there is shown a combined front door glass run and applique assembly 1100 that includes a glass run assembly 1102 that has a first or A- pillar portion 1104, a second or header portion1106, and a third or B-pillar portion 1108.
- the illustrated glass run assembly 1102 is an unsupported glass run assembly, which means that the cross-section does not employ a rigid internal support or core. Rather, the unsupported glass run assembly is received in an associated rigid support channel 1120.
- the support channel includes first and second legs 1122, 1124 that extend in generally parallel relation and are interconnected at one end by an interconnecting base member 1126.
- the channel which is preferably a metal structure, is secured to other metal flange portions of the door, such as first support flange 1128, second support flange 1130.
- the unsupported glass run includes first leg portion 1140 and a second generally parallel leg portion 1142 interconnected by base portion 1144. Winged retention portions 1146, 1148 cooperate with detents or recesses 1150, 1152 formed in the first and second legs 1122, 1124, respectively.
- First and second seal lips 1154, 1156 extend from the first and second legs 1140, 1142, respectively, and the seal lips are preferably located at or adjacent the outer ends of the legs.
- the lips include a low friction surface, for example a flock 1158, 1160 along the surface of the lip that slidably engages the movable window 1170 of the vehicle.
- cover lips 1172, 1174 extend in a reverse-bend relation to the outer terminal ends of the legs 1140, 1142.
- the cover lips are dimensioned to be received over corresponding flanges of the automotive vehicle.
- the cover lips provide an improved aesthetic surface along both the interior and exterior surfaces of the door.
- Figure 15 is a sectional view through the applique portion of the modular assembly, and particularly illustrates the interconnection of the applique with the glass run. This illustrates one type of mechanical engagement between the applique and the glass run portions of the modular assembly. Particularly, the outer leg 1140 of the glass run is modified to have a T-shaped groove 1180 that matingly receives a similarly dimensioned T-shaped extension 1182 from a first or rear surface 1184 of the applique 1186. This mating fit provides a positive mechanical engagement between the edge of the applique and the glass run portions.
- a projection or finger 1190 (Figure 16) that extends generally perpendicularly outward from a rear surface 1184 of the applique.
- the projection is captured in a spring clip 1192 received in a recess 1194 of the B-pillar.
- three or four of the projections 1190 are provided along the length of the applique, i.e., in a direction extending from the belt line toward the header of the vehicle.
- This provides a positive location of the applique relative to the vehicle body, and in conjunction with the mechanical engagement between the applique and glass run portions (1180, 1182, Figure 15) to provide a modular assembly of a combined glass run and applique with integrated clip attachments.
- This modular assembly improves the fit and function, as well as the aesthetic appearance, of the applique relative to the vehicle.
- the modular assembly reduces manpower and part number requirements at the OEM's assembly plant,
- Figures 17-20 illustrate a rear door glass run/applique assembly that is mechanically engaged in the same manner as the front door arrangement of Figures 13-16.
- like components are referenced by like reference numerals and the description above is fully applicable to the rear door assembly.
- Figures 21-29 show another manner of attaching the applique portion to the glass run portion to form a modular assembly.
- Figure 21 is an elevational view of the glass run and applique assembly 2100 for a front door of an automotive vehicle.
- a first portion of the glass run assembly 2102 includes an A-pillar portion 2104 that merges into a header portion 2106 and is joined to a generally vertically extending B-pillar portion 2108.
- the glass run is a supported assembly, i.e., it includes a rigid support member or core such as a rigid plastic or metal core to provide support to the elastomeric material such as an EPDM or plastic that forms a major portion of the glass run body.
- First and second legs 2140, 2142 are interconnected by base portion 2144.
- the core or internal support has a generally C-shape or U-shape conformation provided by first leg portion 2122, second leg portion 2124, and the third or interconnecting base portion 2126.
- the core is co-extruded with the elastomeric material.
- the general U-shape of the glass run permits the seal lips 2154, and particularly the low friction surface 2158 thereof, to slidably and sealingly engage an external surface of the window 2170.
- the applique 2186 includes a hook or turned-in edge 2200 dimensioned for covering receipt over a distal edge of the pillar spaced from the glass run.
- the hook 2200 cooperates with an isolator 2202 interposed between the applique and the vehicle flange in this region to eliminate noise and vibration issues.
- isolator 2202 interposed between the applique and the vehicle flange in this region to eliminate noise and vibration issues.
- similar location projections or fingers can be used to accurately align the glass run and applique assembly relative to the B- pillar in a manner similar to that shown and described with reference to Figure 16.
- a second projection 2210 extends generally perpendicularly outward from a rear surface 2184 of the applique.
- the projection is positioned against an external surface of the base portion 2144 of the glass run.
- a high molecular weight polyethylene or other suitable, durable material or glass track 2220 is received in the cavity defined by the legs of the glass run.
- This glass track material 2220 is preferably a plastic and preferably includes four projecting connection pins 2222 provided at longitudinally spaced locations along the glass run ( Figure 27). As originally manufactured, each of these pins is dimensioned for receipt through an opening provided in the core and elastomer in the base 2126, 2144 of the glass run. Likewise, a similarly dimensioned opening is provided in the projection 2210 of the applique.
- the applique is thus pre-assembled to the glass run by aligning the base of the glass run against the projection 2210, inserting the glass track 2220 into the cavity and abutting against the interior surface of base 2144 such that pins 2222 extend through aligned openings in the bases 2126, 2144 of the core and elastomer, as well as the openings in the projection 2210. Subsequently, the terminal ends of the pins 2222 are sonically welded, cold headed, or otherwise deformed to provide an enlarged dimension relative to the original cross-section of the pins that prevents removal of the pins from the aligned openings, i.e., by providing a mushroom-shaped cap to the end of the pins that mechanically locks the applique and glass run portions of the modular assembly together.
- the hook 2200 of the applique may also be suitably modified to incorporate a cut-line seal 2230 along the edge of the applique remote from the glass run attachment.
- Figure 26 illustrates the use of projections or pins 2190 at desired locations of the applique to secure the module to the vehicle.
- the projection 2190 cooperates with an associated clip 2192 to join the applique to the glass run header adjacent the C-pillar portion.
- Figures 29 and 30 illustrate the use of additional clips to secure the glass run (and the attached applique) to the vehicle.
- a clip 2250 is illustrated in the perspective view of Figure 29, and in cross-sectional, installed view in Figure 30.
- body 2252 of the clip has a first hooked edge 2254 that interlocks with shoulder 2256 ( Figure 30) of the garnish and is joined to the glass run assembly.
- the garnish 2258 covers the door flanges along the pillar region and also provides for support of the door seal 2260.
- the clip includes a locking leg 2262 that includes a serrated edge 2264 received through an opening 2266 in the vehicle metal to secure the glass run assembly, and garnish to the metal flange.
- a compressible member such as a foam piece 2292 extends outwardly from the surface 2184 of the applique. The foam piece 2292 is compressed as the applique is advanced toward the pillar and a stop 2294 disposed on the same surface 2184 limits further advancement of the applique toward the pillar.
- the modular assembly comprising the glass run assembly and applique are joined as a one piece assembly and shipped to the OEM as one piece.
- the modular assembly is advanced against the pillar in the direction signified by reference arrow 2270.
- Locator pins 2290 provide for initial location of the modular assembly relative to the pillar.
- the leg 2262 of the retention clip then provides an audible "click: and feedback to the assembler that the glass run edge of the applique has been secured in place. Thereafter, the assembly line installer can move the clip 260 in the direction of arrow 276 to a locked position, as shown in Figure 30.
- the embodiment of Figures 34-36 shows yet another manner of interconnecting the glassrun assembly 3102 with the applique portion 3186.
- a clip 3300 Extending from a rear face 3184 of the applique portion 3186, is a clip 3300 that includes an enlarged end or shoulder 3302 that engages an opening 3304 in a base 3144 of the supported glassrun. As evident in Figure 34, three clips 3300 are provided in longitudinally spaced positions along the applique to mechanically join the applique via three similarly spaced openings 3304 to the glassrun and form a modular assembly.
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US13/125,715 US9022446B2 (en) | 2008-10-24 | 2009-10-26 | Glass run with applique assembly |
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