Stock material or miscellaneous articles – Structurally defined web or sheet – Honeycomb-like
Patent
1996-03-08
1998-12-29
Epstein, Henry F.
Stock material or miscellaneous articles
Structurally defined web or sheet
Honeycomb-like
156267, 156292, 296214, 442 55, B32B 312
Patent
active
058538437
ABSTRACT:
A unique material is disclosed for use in trim panels, such as headliners. The unique material includes a central polyester honeycomb core, and outer polyester layers providing an I-beam construction. In a most preferred embodiment of this invention, the layers are all formed of polyester such that portions trimmed away from the panel are easily recycled. In addition, since the honeycomb core is formed of a thermoplastic, it is easily molded to desired shapes. The honeycomb core provide good strength to weight characteristics and also good acoustic characteristics.
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Boyd Stuart G.
Brow Mark J.
Guthrie Philip L.
Patel Tushar M.
Epstein Henry F.
UT Automotive Dearborn Inc.
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