US3817016A
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Protective strip for motor vehicles
Assignee: Daimler Benz AG
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Filing: 1972-05-19
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Granted: 1974-06-18
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Expires: 1992-05-19
Abstract
Abstract A protective molding for motor vehicles in which profile parts project beyond the outer surface of the body and in which end sections are provided at the ends of the profile parts in proximity to the edges formed in the body panels whereby the end sections are constructed as mounting strips that are adjoined by the profile parts at a distance to the edges.
Inventors
- 👤 B Barenvi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 06:41
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R13/00; B60R13/04; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/30; Y10T24/304; Y10T24/307
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 25
Claim 1
Independent Claim
162 words
A protective molding for the substantially vertically extending outer body and door panel surfaces of a motor vehicle comprising at least one elongated profile member having a defined profile and extending laterally outwardly beyond the panel outer surface, and at least one elastic relatively flat mounting strip member adjoining the profile member, the elastic mounting strip member extending from opposite ends of the profile member around an edge of the outer panel surface and laterally inwardly from the edge in the direction of the vehicle interior, the elastic mounting strip member closely following the contour of the panel outer surface and being adjoined to the profile member at a distance from the panel edge, the elastic mounting strip member having a substantially U-shape in the extension thereof from the profile member around the panel edge and being provided with a laterally inwardly extending portion extending from the leg of the U disposed on the inner surface of the edge of the panel.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
162 words
A protective molding for the substantially vertically extending outer body and door panel surfaces of a motor vehicle comprising at least one elongated profile member having a defined profile and extending laterally outwardly beyond the panel outer surface, and at least one elastic relatively flat mounting strip member adjoining the profile member, the elastic mounting strip member extending from opposite ends of the profile member around an edge of the outer panel surface and laterally inwardly from the edge in the direction of the vehicle interior, the elastic mounting strip member closely following the contour of the panel outer surface and being adjoined to the profile member at a distance from the panel edge, the elastic mounting strip member having a substantially U-shape in the extension thereof from the profile member around the panel edge and being provided with a laterally inwardly extending portion extending from the leg of the U disposed on the inner surface of the edge of the panel.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
42 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the elastic mounting strip member lies on the panel outer surface during at least a substantial portion of the extension thereof from the end of the profile member around the edge of the panel.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
A protective molding according to claim 2, wherein the elastic mounting strip member is a one-piece member in at least the extension thereof from the end of the profile member around the panel edge and in the direction of the vehicle interior.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
55 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the elastic mounting strip member is a one-piece member extending the length of the profile member and beyond the ends thereof, the mounting strip member lying against the outer surface of the panel during at least a substantial portion of the length of the mounting strip member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the elastic mounting strip member is constructed of an elastically yielding material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the lateral extension of the profile member projecting beyond the outer surface of the panel is considerably larger than the thickness of the mounting strip member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
24 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the profile member is constructed as a continuous, uninterrupted profile strip of substantially constant cross section.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
25 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the profile member is constructed as a formed part matched to the outer surface of the panel.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
18 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the mounting strip member is adhesively secured to the panel.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
46 words
A protective molding according to claim 9, wherein the mounting strip member is adhesively secured to the outer surface and edge of the panel and is adhesively secured to one of a body and door member of the motor vehicle in the laterally inwardly extension thereof.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
27 words
A protective molding according to claim 10, wherein the end of the mounting strip extending laterally inwardly in the direction of the vehicle interior is bevelled off.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
26 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the mounting strip member is constructed as a formed part matched to the outer surface of the panel.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
40 words
A protective molding according to claim 12, wherein the mounting strip member is provided with an end portion located approximately at the end of the profile member and is provided thereat with fastening means for connection to the profile member.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
34 words
A protective molding according to claim 12, wherein the mounting strip member is constructed as an uninterrupted strip secured to the outer surface of the panel and on which is mounted the profile member.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
18 words
A protective molding according to claim 14, wherein the mounting strip mEmber is provided with securing pin means.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
30 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the profile member is provided with at least one longitudinal recess for the accommodation of the head portions of securing pin means.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
17 words
A protective molding according to claim 16, wherein the profile members are constructed with securing pin means.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
23 words
A protective molding according to claim 17, wherein the mounting strip member is provided with openings for extending therethrough the securing pin means.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
32 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the mounting strip member is made from a material that is relatively harder compared to the material from which the profile member is made.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
150 words
A protective molding for the substantially vertically extending outer body and door panel surfaces of a motor vehicle comprising at least one elongated profile member having a defined profile and extending laterally outwardly beyond the panel outer surface, at least one elastic relatively flat mounting strip member adjoining the profile member, the elastic mounting strip member extending from at least one end of the profile member around an edge of the outer panel surface and laterally inwardly from the edge in the direction of the vehicle interior, the elastic mounting strip member closely following the contour of the panel outer surface and being adjoined to the profile member at a distance from the panel edge, and projecting means at one of the two parts consisting of the mounting strip member and the profile member for fitting into recesses formed in the outer surface of the panel of the motor vehicle.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
150 words
A protective molding for the substantially vertically extending outer body and door panel surfaces of a motor vehicle comprising at least one elongated profile member having a defined profile and extending laterally outwardly beyond the panel outer surface, at least one elastic relatively flat mounting strip member adjoining the profile member, the elastic mounting strip member extending from at least one end of the profile member around an edge of the outer panel surface and laterally inwardly from the edge in the direction of the vehicle interior, the elastic mounting strip member closely following the contour of the panel outer surface and being adjoined to the profile member at a distance from the panel edge, and projecting means at one of the two parts consisting of the mounting strip member and the profile member for fitting into recesses formed in the outer surface of the panel of the motor vehicle.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
31 words
A protective molding according to claim 20, wherein the profile member projects laterally inwardly and laterally outwardly beyond a plane in which a major portion of the panel outer surface passes.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
28 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein recesses are provided in the profile member for the mounting of an embossment of the outer surface of the panel.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
35 words
A protective molding according to claim 1, wherein the profile member terminates directly in front of at least one of the panel edges, the profile member covering a portion of the mounting strip member thereat.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-06-17 | 1977-12-17 | 1978-06-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-06-17 | 1981-12-17 | 1982-06-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-06-17 | 1985-12-17 | 1986-06-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |