Method for molding a trim panel with integrally formed simulated

Details Method for molding a trim panel with integrally formed simulated Method for molding a trim panel with integrally formed simulated

1993-09-02

1995-08-08

Aftergut, Karen

Plastic and nonmetallic article shaping or treating: processes

Mechanical shaping or molding to form or reform shaped article

To produce composite, plural part or multilayered article

156293, B29C 3912, B32B 3104

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054396301

ABSTRACT:
An instrument trim panel (12) includes a shell (14) made from a flexible plastic material. A textured section (18) is circumscribed by a simulated seam (20). A closed cell plastic block (28) is press fitted behind the textured section. An air pocket (26) is interposed between the block and textured section. A rigid substrate (22) is molded and cured behind the shell (14) and block (28). The air pocket allows the textured section to be deformed to simulate the appearance and feel of a leather applique.

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