Electrical connectors – With vehicle structure
Patent
1998-08-05
2000-03-14
Paumen, Gary F.
Electrical connectors
With vehicle structure
439931, H01R 2366
Patent
active
060365013
ABSTRACT:
A vehicle trim panel assembly includes a trim panel of electrically non-conductive material that has an interior and an exterior surface. The exterior surface includes decorative trim mounted on it such as vinyl, leather, or cloth, for example, which makes that exposed surface visually appealing. An electrical circuit is deposited upon and adhered to the interior surface. First and second electrical connectors project from the electrical circuit. The connectors are formed as an integral part of the trim panel with the circuit material. Electrical components then may be attached to the first and second connectors. A vehicle wire harness is attached to the first connector while components such as a window regulator and rear view mirror control are attached to any number of second connectors.
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Reich Ronald K.
Wojewnik Albert
Lear Automotive Dearborn Inc.
Nguyen Truc
Paumen Gary F.
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