Method of producing a steering wheel and steering wheel

Details Method of producing a steering wheel and steering wheel Method of producing a steering wheel and steering wheel

2005-05-10

2005-05-10

Jimenez, Marc (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Wheel making

C029S527400, C074S552000, C264S046700

Reexamination Certificate

active

06889436

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a method of producing a steering wheel that comprises a closed annular steering wheel rim and spokes, and further comprises a steering wheel skeleton as well as a sheathing therefore, the sheathing being one of a foam covering and a leather covering that surrounds the steering wheel skeleton. The method comprises the following steps: a) the one-piece steering wheel skeleton is produced, it having, in order to form the steering wheel rim, a closed annular portion the cross-section of which has an open hollow profile; b) a body that serves as a spacer is placed in the open hollow profile in order to almost completely fill the hollow profile, and; c) the steering wheel skeleton is provided with the sheathing at least in an area of the steering wheel rim. The invention further relates to a steering wheel produced by such method.

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