Vehicle arrangement

Abstract

The invention relates to a vehicle arrangement (152) comprising a vehicle window pane (18), a first profile element (12), a second profile element (14), and comprising an intermediate element (16) which is arranged separately from the first profile element and from the second profile element, in a transition region (38) between the first profile element and the second profile element, and which has a first fastening section for fastening to the first profile element and a second fastening section for fastening to the second profile element.

Description

[0001] This invention relates to a vehicle arrangement comprising the features described in the preamble of claim 1. Such a vehicle arrangement is known from DE10 2021 131 727 A1.

[0002] This type of vehicle arrangement includes a first profile element, which, for example, is arranged along the bottom section of the outer periphery of the vehicle window glass in the installed state, and is connected to both the vehicle window glass and adjacent components (such as a hood).

[0003] The second profile element, for example, extends along the side section of the outer periphery of the vehicle window glass in the installed state, thereby achieving a seal of the vehicle window glass in the A-pillar area of ​​the vehicle.

[0004] DE 10 2021 131 727 A1 recommends providing a curved transition area for a second profile element in the bottom corner region of the vehicle window glass, the transition area being arranged to adjoin the end region of the first profile element. This known arrangement achieves an aesthetically pleasing seal for the vehicle window glass; however, it places very high demands on the dimensional and installation accuracy of the profile elements.

[0005] Further vehicle arrangements are known from DE 21 37 849 A1 and DE 10 2007 018 790 A1.

[0006] The present invention is based on the objective of creating a vehicle arrangement that is easy to manufacture and install.

[0007] This objective is achieved by a vehicle arrangement having the features of claim 1.

[0008] The vehicle arrangement according to the invention includes an intermediate element that is disposed separately from the first profile element and the second profile element, and thus can be manufactured independently of the profile elements.

[0009] The first profile element includes a first sealing section for adjacent contact with a first partial section of the outer surface, and the second profile element includes a second sealing section for adjacent contact with a second partial section of the outer surface.

[0010] The intermediate element is arranged in the transition area between the first profile element and the second profile element, and includes a third sealing section for adjacent contact with a third partial section of the outer surface, thereby providing a seal for the vehicle window glass in the transition area as well.

[0011] The intermediate element includes a first fastening section for fastening to a first profile element and a second fastening section for fastening to a second profile element. Therefore, the intermediate element can be fastened to both the first and second profile sections, and in particular, can be provided as part of an installation module that includes the two profile elements and the intermediate element.

[0012] Intermediate elements, particularly in areas with small radii—in other words, strong curvature—on the outer perimeter of vehicle windows, can achieve visually pleasing transitions. This is especially true in transition areas associated with concave sections in the outer perimeter's orientation, or in the corner areas of vehicle windows.

[0013] The recess, for example, relates to the following area of ​​a vehicle window glass: the area is located at the bottom of the window glass and the center of the vehicle in the installed state on the vehicle, and the area is offset upward relative to the bottom boundary of the vehicle window glass in a direction toward the center of the window glass.

[0014] The corner area, particularly the area between the lateral end of the bottom edge of the vehicle window glass and the bottom of the lateral edge of the vehicle window glass, is especially associated with the A-pillar of the vehicle.

[0015] Intermediate elements are configured as plastic molded parts or as additively manufactured molded parts, thus making them suitable for mass production. Intermediate elements include different cross-sectional shapes, particularly along the direction between the first profile element and the second profile element in the third sealing section.

[0016] The profile element is preferably manufactured by extrusion, so that it has the same cross-sectional shape along its longitudinal extension direction.

[0017] Preferably, at least two of the three sealing sections have the same cross-sectional geometry in at least one adjacent region, wherein the at least two sealing sections are adjacent to each other in that adjacent region. In this way, a seal can be provided with the same geometry—adjacent local sections spanning the outer perimeter.

[0018] Particularly preferred is that at least two adjacent sealing sections—through their facing contact surfaces—are adjacent to each other and flush with each other. In this way, a visually inconspicuous transition can be provided between the first sealing section (of the first profile element) and the third sealing section (of the intermediate element), and / or between the third sealing section (of the intermediate element) and the second sealing section (of the second profile element).

[0019] The first profile element preferably includes a first connecting section for detachably connecting to a first component or a section of a first component opposite to the window glass. The first component is, for example, a neck flap, which is arranged adjacent to the bottom boundary of the vehicle window glass in the installed state of the vehicle window glass. The first connecting section may, for example, include a channel profile that serves as a locking profile and / or includes additional locking elements in the form of locking flanges.

[0020] The second profile element preferably includes a second connecting section for detachably connecting to a second component or a section of a second component opposite to the window glass. The second component is, for example, an A-pillar cover, which is adjacent to the lateral boundary of the vehicle window glass in its installed state. The second connecting section may include, for example, a channel profile that serves as a locking profile and / or includes additional locking elements in the form of locking flanges.

[0021] It is possible that the aforementioned first component section and the aforementioned second component section are connected to each other as components of an attachment module, that is, for example, as components of a cover module, which includes a neck cover and an A-pillar cover, wherein the neck cover and the A-pillar cover are connected to each other—for example, by snap-fit, connecting pin, threaded connection and / or adhesive connection.

[0022] It is possible that the aforementioned first component section and the aforementioned second component section are components of an integrated attachment, that is, for example, components of a cover, which includes a first cover section integrated into the cover in the form of a neck cover and a second cover section integrated into the cover in the form of an A-pillar cover.

[0023] Another preferred embodiment provides that the first profile element and the second profile element have the same cross-sectional geometry, thereby simplifying the overall manufacturing of the vehicle arrangement. Preferably, both profile elements have the same—as described above—connection sections for connection to component sections or components facing away from the window glass, respectively. Preferably, both profile elements include the same—as described below—mounting sections that are adhesively bonded or have been adhesively bonded to the inner surface of the vehicle window glass on the side facing the window glass.

[0024] The intermediate element may be attached to only the two profile elements without being attached to the vehicle window glass. However, it is also possible that the intermediate element includes at least one mounting bridge disposed between the first and second fastening sections, and its side facing the vehicle window glass is adhesively connected to, or has been adhesively connected to, the inner surface of the vehicle window glass. This allows the intermediate element to be additionally secured to the vehicle window glass. The mounting bridge may extend, for example, across the entire distance / direction between the first and second fastening sections, or only across a portion of that distance / direction. In the case where the mounting bridge only extends across a portion of that distance / direction, it is possible to simultaneously provide the free space described below.

[0025] Further preferably, the intermediate element includes at least one or exactly one free space disposed between the first and second fastening sections and defined by a third sealing section. This free space enables elastic deformation of the intermediate element and the orientation of the two fastening sections relative to the two profile elements. The free space may extend, for example, across the entire distance / direction between the first and second fastening sections, or only across a portion of that distance / direction. In the case where the free space extends only across a portion of that distance / direction, it is possible to simultaneously provide the mounting bridge described above.

[0026] Particularly preferred is that the third sealing section forms the boundary of the intermediate element away from the window glass. The intermediate element therefore specifically does not include a connecting section—for connecting to the component section or component away from the window glass.

[0027] The intermediate element is preferably made of an elastomer, particularly a thermoplastic elastomer. A Shore A hardness of 62 to 82 is preferred, especially in the range of 67 to 77. These values ​​allow for a sufficiently robust construction of the intermediate element, while still allowing for slight local deformation.

[0028] To further improve the installation accuracy of the vehicle arrangement, it is suggested that the intermediate element include a first abutting surface for contacting a first end face section of the first profile element and / or a second abutting surface for contacting a second end face section of the second profile element. It is possible that the first profile element includes an additional end face section arranged at the same level as the first end face section and formed by the contact surface of the first sealing section—as described above. It is also possible that the second profile element includes an additional end face section arranged at the same level as the second end face section and formed by the contact surface of the second sealing section—as described above.

[0029] The installation of the intermediate element is particularly easy when the first fastening section is part of the first insert connection (with the first profile element) and / or when the second fastening section is part of the second insert connection (with the second profile element).

[0030] Preferably, the first insertion axis of the first insert connection is oriented parallel to the first longitudinal extension axis of the first profile element. Additionally or alternatively, the second insertion axis of the second insert connection is oriented parallel to the second longitudinal extension axis of the second profile element. In particular, at least one insert connection causes an interlocking connection that operates within a mounting plane oriented perpendicular to the corresponding insertion axis. In this way, the intermediate element, with its third sealing section, occupies the relative position defined by the insert connection relative to the associated profile element and its sealing section.

[0031] A preferred embodiment will be described below, wherein at least one fastening section of the intermediate element is configured as an insertion section:

[0032] Preferably, the first fastening section is configured as a first insertion section, which can be inserted into a first insert bracket formed on the first profile element in a frictional and / or interlocking manner. Alternatively or additionally, the second fastening section is configured as a second insertion section, which can be inserted into a second insert bracket formed on the second profile element in a frictional and / or interlocking manner.

[0033] Preferably, with the first insertion segment inserted into the first insertion bracket, the first insertion segment and the first insertion bracket overlap in length of the first insertion segment, wherein this length is measured parallel to the first insertion axis. This means that the first insertion bracket can have the same length as the first insertion segment, or it can be longer than the first insertion segment.

[0034] Preferably, with the second insertion section inserted into the second insertion bracket, the second insertion section and the second insertion bracket overlap in length along the second insertion section, wherein this length is measured parallel to the second insertion axis. This means that the second insertion bracket can have the same length as the second insertion section, or it can be longer than the second insertion section.

[0035] For example, a first insert bracket of a first profile element is arranged on the side of a first mounting section facing away from the window glass, the side of the first mounting section facing the window glass being adhesively connected or already adhesively connected to the inner surface of the vehicle window glass. Alternatively or additionally, a second insert bracket of a second profile element is arranged on the side of a second mounting section facing away from the window glass, the side of the second mounting section facing the window glass being adhesively connected or already adhesively connected to the inner surface of the vehicle window glass. For the insert bracket, a groove shape is preferred, particularly a groove shape manufactured by extrusion.

[0036] Alternatively, the first insert bracket of the first profile element may be formed by a first connecting section for detachable connection to a first component facing away from the window glass or a section of a first component facing away from the window glass. In other words, a first connecting section is used to receive the first insert section of the intermediate element, and this first connecting section is also suitable for detachable connection to a first component section or a first component. Additionally or alternatively, the second insert bracket of the second profile element may be formed by a second connecting section for detachable connection to a second component facing away from the window glass or a section of a second component facing away from the window glass. In other words, a second connecting section is used to receive the second insert section of the intermediate element, and this second connecting section is also suitable for detachable connection to a second component section or a second component.

[0037] The preferred embodiment will be described below, wherein at least one fastening section of the intermediate element is configured as an insert-type support:

[0038] Preferably, the first fastening section is configured as a first insert bracket, and the first insert section formed on the first profile element can be inserted into the first insert bracket in a frictional and / or interlocking manner. Additionally or alternatively, the second fastening section is configured as a second insert bracket, and the second insert section formed on the second profile element can be inserted into the second insert bracket in a frictional and / or interlocking manner. For the insert bracket, a groove shape is preferred, particularly a groove shape formed by injection molding or additive manufacturing.

[0039] Preferably, with the first insertion segment inserted into the first insertion bracket, the first insertion segment and the first insertion bracket overlap in length of the first insertion segment, wherein this length is measured parallel to the first insertion axis. This means that the first insertion segment can have the same length as the first insertion bracket, or it can be longer than the first insertion bracket.

[0040] Preferably, with the second insertion section inserted into the second insertion bracket, the second insertion section and the second insertion bracket overlap in length along the second insertion section, wherein this length is measured parallel to the second insertion axis. This means that the second insertion section can have the same length as the second insertion bracket, or it can be longer than the second insertion bracket.

[0041] Preferably, the first insertion section of the first profile element is disposed on the side of the first mounting section opposite to the window glass, and the side of the first mounting section facing the window glass is adhesively connected or has been adhesively connected to the inner surface of the vehicle window glass. Alternatively or additionally, the second insertion section of the second profile element is disposed on the side of the second mounting section opposite to the window glass, and the side of the second mounting section facing the window glass is adhesively connected or has been adhesively connected to the inner surface of the vehicle window glass.

[0042] For all the plug-in connections described above, in order to facilitate the installation of intermediate components, it is preferred that the first insertion section of the first fastening section or the first insertion section of the first profile element includes at least one first insertion surface that is inclined relative to the first insertion axis of the first plug-in connection, and / or the second insertion section of the second fastening section or the second insertion section of the second profile element includes at least one second insertion surface that is inclined relative to the second insertion axis of the second plug-in connection.

[0043] Further features and advantages of the present invention are the subject of the following description of preferred embodiments.

[0044] In the attached diagram:

[0045] Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of the mounting module of the first embodiment is shown, which includes two profile elements and an intermediate element;

[0046] Figure 2 This shows the corresponding view from the rear. Figure 1 The view;

[0047] Figure 3 It shows according to Figure 1 A perspective view of the intermediate components;

[0048] Figure 4 It shows according to Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of one of the profile components;

[0049] Figure 5 This shows the corresponding installation state of the installation module. Figure 1 The view;

[0050] Figure 6 This shows the corresponding installation state of the installation module. Figure 2 The view;

[0051] Figure 7 It shows according to Figure 5 and Figure 6 A bottom view of the installation module;

[0052] Figure 8 An exploded perspective view of one embodiment of a vehicle arrangement is shown, the vehicle arrangement including, according to Figure 1 The installation module includes vehicle window glass;

[0053] Figure 9 The installation state corresponding to the vehicle arrangement is shown. Figure 8 The view;

[0054] Figure 10 An exploded perspective view of one embodiment of a vehicle arrangement is shown, the vehicle arrangement including, according to Figure 1 The mounting module includes vehicle window glass and includes a cover component;

[0055] Figure 11 It shows according to Figure 10 A bottom view of the vehicle layout;

[0056] Figure 12 The installation state corresponding to the vehicle arrangement is shown. Figure 10 The view;

[0057] Figure 13 It shows according to Figure 12 A bottom view of the vehicle layout;

[0058] Figure 14 It shows according to Figure 12 A floor plan showing the layout of the vehicles;

[0059] Figure 15 It shows along Figure 14 A sectional view of the cutting plane marked XV – XV;

[0060] Figure 16 It shows along Figure 14 A sectional view of the cutting plane marked XVI – XVI;

[0061] Figure 17 An exploded perspective view of the mounting module of the second embodiment is shown, which includes two profile elements and an intermediate element;

[0062] Figure 18 It shows according to Figure 17 A perspective view of the intermediate components;

[0063] Figure 19 It shows according to Figure 17A cross-sectional view of one of the profile components;

[0064] Figure 20 This shows the corresponding installation state of the installation module. Figure 17 The view;

[0065] Figure 21 An exploded perspective view of the mounting module of the third embodiment is shown, which includes two profile elements and an intermediate element;

[0066] Figure 22 It shows according to Figure 21 A perspective view of the intermediate components;

[0067] Figure 23 It shows according to Figure 21 A cross-sectional view of one of the profile components;

[0068] Figure 24 This shows the corresponding installation state of the installation module. Figure 21 The view;

[0069] Figure 25 An exploded perspective view of the mounting module of the fourth embodiment is shown, which includes two profile elements and an intermediate element;

[0070] Figure 26 A bottom view of one embodiment of a vehicle arrangement is shown, the vehicle arrangement including, according to Figure 25 The mounting module includes vehicle window glass and includes a cover component;

[0071] Figure 27 An exploded perspective view of the mounting module of the fifth embodiment is shown, which includes two profile elements and an intermediate element;

[0072] Figure 28 A bottom view of one embodiment of a vehicle arrangement is shown, the vehicle arrangement including, according to Figure 27 The mounting module includes vehicle window glass and includes a cover component;

[0073] Figure 29 An exploded perspective view of the mounting module of the sixth embodiment is shown, which includes three profile elements and two intermediate elements; and

[0074] Figure 30 A bottom view of one embodiment of a vehicle arrangement is shown, the vehicle arrangement including, according to Figure 29 The installation module includes vehicle window glass and includes cover components.

[0075] exist Figure 1 , 2The mounting modules shown in 5, 6 and 7 are identified by reference numeral 10 in the accompanying drawings. Mounting module 10 includes a first profile element 12, a second profile element 14 and an intermediate element 16.

[0076] The first profile element 12 is used to seal the vehicle window glass 18 (see...). Figure 8 The vehicle window 18 includes an outer surface 20, an inner surface 22, and a circumferential peripheral surface 24 extending between the outer surface 20 and the inner surface 22. A first profile element 12 includes a first sealing section 26 that is in adjacent contact with a first partial section 28 of the peripheral surface 24. The first partial section 28 is associated, for example, with the bottom edge of the vehicle window 18, particularly the windshield, relative to the state of the vehicle window 18 as it is mounted on the vehicle.

[0077] The second profile element 14 is used to seal the vehicle window glass 18. The second profile element 14 includes a second sealing section 30 that is in adjacent contact with a second partial section 32 of the peripheral surface 24. The second partial section 32 is associated, for example, with a side window edge of the vehicle window glass 18, particularly the windshield, relative to the state of the vehicle window glass 18 as it is mounted on the vehicle. In the exemplary embodiment shown in the figures, the second profile element 14 extends parallel to the right A-pillar when viewed in the driving direction.

[0078] The first longitudinal extension axis 34 is associated with the first profile element 12; the second longitudinal extension axis 36 is associated with the second profile element 14. An intermediate element 16 is arranged in a transition region 38 between the first profile element 12 and the second profile element 14; the transition region 38—corresponding to… Figures 1 to 24 An exemplary embodiment—associated with the corner region 40 of the vehicle window glass 18; in this case, the first longitudinal extension axis 34 and the second longitudinal extension axis 36 define an angle 46, for example, 90° to 120° (see Exemplary Embodiment 46). Figure 9 ).

[0079] The intermediate element 16 includes a third sealing section 42 that is adjacent to and in contact with a third partial section 44 of the outer surface 24. The third partial section 44 of the outer surface 24 is directly adjacent to a first partial section 28 and a second partial section 32 of the outer surface 24, respectively. The third sealing section 42 has a curvature corresponding to the curvature of the third partial section 44 of the outer surface 24 and forms a boundary 48 of the intermediate element 16 that is away from the window glass. See [reference needed]. Figure 3 .

[0080] The third sealing section 42 has contact surfaces 50 and 52 that are opposite to each other, wherein contact surface 50 is for contacting the first contact surface 54 of the first sealing section 26 of the first profile element 12, and wherein contact surface 52 is for contacting the second contact surface 56 of the second sealing section 30 of the second profile element 14. Contact surfaces 50, 52, 54, and 56 have the same cross-sectional geometry. In the first adjacent region 58 (see...) Figure 6 In the first profile element 12, the contact surface 50 of the intermediate element 16 is flush with the first contact surface 54 of the first profile element 12. In the second adjacent region 60, the contact surface 52 of the intermediate element 16 is flush with the second contact surface 56 of the second profile element 14.

[0081] The third sealing section 42 of the intermediate element 16 is arranged on the carrier 62, the curvature of which corresponds to the curvature of the third sealing section 42, see [reference]. Figure 3 Retainers 64 and 66, which are opposite to each other and are particularly plate-shaped, protrude from the support 62. Retainers 64 and 66 preferably extend radially relative to the support 62 toward the vehicle window glass 18. Retainer 64, together with its surface opposite to the support 62, defines a first abutment surface 68 facing the first profile element 12. Retainer 66, together with its surface opposite to the support 62, defines a second abutment surface 70 facing the second profile element 14.

[0082] The first adjacent surface 68 is used to contact the first end face section 72 of the first profile element 12. See below. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The second adjacent surface 70 is used to contact the second end face section 74 of the second profile element 14.

[0083] The first fastening section 76 protrudes from the first adjacent surface 68 in the form of a first insertion section 78. The second fastening section 80 protrudes from the second adjacent surface 70 in the form of a second insertion section 82.

[0084] The first insertion segment 78 extends from the first adjacent surface 68 toward its free end, defining a first insertion axis 84. The second insertion segment 82 extends from the second adjacent surface 70 toward its free end, defining a second insertion axis 86.

[0085] The first insertion section 78 includes at least one first insertion surface 88 at its free end, which is inclined relative to the first insertion axis 84. The second insertion section 82 includes at least one second insertion surface 90 at its free end, which is inclined relative to the second insertion axis 86.

[0086] Following the inclined insertion surface 88 of the first insertion section 78 are lateral protrusions 92 that extend toward the first adjacent surface 68, with their height increasing from the corresponding insertion surface 88 toward the first adjacent surface 68. The first insertion section 78 includes a main body 94 from which the lateral protrusions 92 project.

[0087] Following the inclined insertion surface 90 of the second insertion section 82 are lateral protrusions 96 that extend toward the second adjacent surface 70, and whose height increases from the corresponding insertion surface 90 toward the second adjacent surface 70. The second insertion section 82 includes a main body 98 from which the lateral protrusions 96 project.

[0088] The intermediate element 16 includes a free space 100 on the side facing the window glass, the free space being bounded by the inner surface of the carrier 62 and the inner surfaces of the retainers 64, 66.

[0089] The first profile element 12 and the second profile element 14 preferably have the same cross-section as each other, for example, having the following cross-sections: Figure 4 The cross-section shown.

[0090] The first profile element 12 has, for example, a first connecting section 102 with a U-shaped or V-shaped cross-section, for connecting to a first component (such as a hood) facing away from the window glass, or for connecting to a first component section 104 of a first attachment 106 facing away from the window glass (see [link]). Figures 10 to 13 ).

[0091] The second profile element 14 has, for example, a second connecting section 108 with a U-shaped or V-shaped cross-section, for connecting to a second component (such as an A-pillar cover) facing away from the window glass, or for connecting to a second component section 110 of an accessory 106 facing away from the window glass (see...). Figures 10 to 13 ).

[0092] The first profile element 12 also includes a bridge-shaped first mounting section 112, the side of which faces the window glass (facing the inner surface 22 of the vehicle window glass 18) for adhesive bonding to the inner surface 22 of the vehicle window glass 18, for example, via a first (double-sided) adhesive section 114, see [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 4 .

[0093] On the side of the first mounting section 112 facing away from the window glass, the first profile element 12 includes a first insert bracket 116, which includes a first insertion space 118 defined by two spaced-apart first insertion space boundaries 120, 122. The first insertion space boundaries 120, 122 form an interlocking element that functions in the direction facing away from the window glass for interlockingly engaging with the lateral protrusion 92 of the first insertion section 78.

[0094] The second profile element 14 also includes a bridge-shaped second mounting section 124, the side of which faces the window glass (facing the inner surface 22 of the vehicle window glass 18) for adhesive bonding to the inner surface 22 of the vehicle window glass 18, for example, via a second (double-sided) adhesive section 126, see [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 4 .

[0095] On the side of the second mounting section 124 facing away from the window glass, the second profile element 14 includes a second insert bracket 128, which includes a second insertion space 130 defined by two spaced-apart second insertion space boundaries 132, 134. The second insertion space boundaries 132, 134 form an interlocking element that functions in the direction facing away from the window glass for interlocking engagement with the lateral protrusion 96 of the second insertion section 82.

[0096] The first insert bracket 116 preferably extends through the entire length of the first profile element 12, and can therefore be easily manufactured by extrusion. The second insert bracket 128 preferably extends through the entire length of the second profile element 14, and can therefore be easily manufactured by extrusion.

[0097] To attach the intermediate element 16 to the first profile element 12, the first insertion section 78 is inserted into the first insertion bracket 116 of the first profile element 12 along a direction parallel to the first insertion axis 84, such that the first insertion section 78 is arranged in the first insertion space 118, and a first insertion connection 136 is established. See [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 6 and Figure 7 The insertion process begins with inserting the first insertion surface 88 into the first insertion space 118 and ends with the first end face segment 72 of the first profile element 12 contacting the first adjacent surface 68 of the intermediate element 16. The first insertable connection 136 operates along the length of the first insertion segment 78, which is shorter than the length of the first insertable bracket 116.

[0098] To attach the intermediate element 16 to the second profile element 14, the second insertion section 82 is inserted into the second insertion bracket 128 of the second profile element 14 in a direction parallel to the second insertion axis 86, such that the second insertion section 82 is arranged in the second insertion space 130, and a second insertion connection 138 is established. See [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 6 and Figure 7The insertion process begins with inserting the second insertion surface 90 into the second insertion space 130 and ends with the second end face segment 74 of the second profile element contacting the second adjacent surface 70 of the intermediate element 16. The second insertable connection 138 operates along the length of the second insertion segment 82, which is shorter than the length of the second insertable bracket 128.

[0099] The prefabricated mounting module 10 includes an intermediate element 16 attached to the first profile element 12 and the second profile element 14, see [link to documentation]. Figure 5 and Figure 6 .

[0100] To install the prefabricated mounting module 10 onto the vehicle window glass 18, the first sealing section 26 of the first profile element 12 is oriented parallel to the first partial section 28 of the outer periphery surface 24 of the vehicle window glass 18, see [reference]. Figure 8 Furthermore, the second sealing section 30 of the second profile element 14 is oriented parallel to the second partial section 32 of the outer peripheral surface 24. A connection is established between the prefabricated mounting module 10 and the vehicle window glass 18 by contacting the corresponding adhesive sections 114, 126 of the first profile element 12 and the second profile element 14 with the inner surface 22 of the vehicle window glass 18, wherein the third sealing section 42 of the intermediate element 16 contacts the third partial section 44 of the outer peripheral surface 24, see [reference]. Figure 8 and Figure 9 And form a vehicle arrangement of 152.

[0101] The accessory 106 includes an outer side 140 visible on the vehicle in the installed state and an inner side 142 invisible in the installed state, see [link to details]. Figure 10 and Figure 11 On the inner side 142, the attachment includes a locking bridge 144, which includes a first straight locking bridge section 146, a second straight locking bridge section 148, and a third curved locking bridge section 150. The locking bridge sections 146, 148, and 150 transition continuously to each other, wherein the curved locking bridge section 150 is arranged between the straight locking bridge sections 146 and 148.

[0102] The first engaging bridge section 146 is used to engage with the first connecting section 102 of the first profile element 12; the second engaging bridge section 148 is used to engage with the second connecting section 108 of the second profile element 14.

[0103] To install the attachment 106, the first engagement bridge section 146 is aligned parallel to the connecting section 102 of the first profile element 12; the second engagement bridge section 148 is aligned parallel to the second connecting section 108 of the second profile element 14. Finally, the engagement bridge is connected to both the first connecting section 102 and the second connecting section 108, thereby forming a fully assembled vehicle arrangement 152, which includes the attachment 106. See [link to documentation]. Figure 12 and Figure 13 .

[0104] The intermediate element 16 is not directly connected to the vehicle window glass 18, but is indirectly connected through the first profile element 12 and the second profile element 14. Furthermore, the intermediate element 16 is not directly connected to the accessory 106, but is indirectly connected through the first profile element 12 and the second profile element 14.

[0105] from Figure 13 As can be seen, the curved bridge section 150 is exposed; therefore, the curved bridge section 115 is optional.

[0106] Vehicle arrangement 152 includes four or five components that have flush surfaces on visible surfaces, see [reference needed] Figures 14 to 16 The outer surface 20 of the vehicle window glass 18 is at least flush with the outer surface 154 of the first sealing section 26, the outer surface 156 of the second sealing section 30, and the outer surface 158 of the third sealing section 42. In the case where the vehicle arrangement 152 includes the accessory 106, its outer side 142 is preferably also flush with the outer surface 22 of the vehicle window glass 18.

[0107] Note: In Figure 15 and Figure 16 In the diagram, the vehicle window glass 18 and the accessory 106 are shown in fine lines; the sealing sections 26 and 42 are shown in a relaxed, static state, in which the cross-sections of the sealing sections overlap with the cross-sections of both the vehicle window glass 18 and the accessory 106. However, in reality, the sealing sections 26 and 42—compared to and different from the relaxed, static state—are... Figure 15 and Figure 16 The illustration shows that they are slightly compressed and each makes sealed contact with the vehicle window glass 18 and the accessory 106.

[0108] Figure 17 and Figure 20 The installation module 10 shown (including according to Figure 18 The intermediate element 16, and includes according to Figure 19The first profile element 12 and the second profile element are identical to the mounting module 10 described above in terms of their function and use in the vehicle arrangement 152; the structure of the mounting module 10 described below—except for the differences described below—is identical to the structure of the mounting module 10 described above. Refer to the description above in this regard.

[0109] according to Figure 17 and Figure 20 The mounting module 10 also includes an intermediate element 16 with a carrier 62 for arranging the third sealing section 42, see [link to documentation]. Figure 18 In particular, plate-shaped retainers 64 and 66—at the opposite ends of the support body 62—protrude from the support body 62. When arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152, retainers 64 and 66—preferably—extend radially away from the vehicle window glass 18 of the vehicle arrangement 152 relative to the support body 62.

[0110] The intermediate element 16, when arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152, includes a free space 100 on the side facing away from the window glass. This free space is defined by the outer surface of the carrier 62 and the inner surfaces of the retainers 64, 66. See [reference needed] Figure 20 .

[0111] The intermediate element 16 includes a first fastening section 76 in the form of a first insertion section 78, which protrudes from the outside of the retainer 64. The intermediate element 16 also includes a second fastening section 80 in the form of a second insertion section 82, which protrudes from the outside of the retainer 66.

[0112] First profile component 12 (see Figure 19 It includes, for example, a first connecting section 102 with a U-shaped or V-shaped cross section, which is used not only to connect to the first component section 104 of the first component away from the window glass or the first component section 104 of the attachment 106 away from the window glass, but also to form a first insert bracket 116 for inserting into the first insert section 78.

[0113] Second profile component 14 (see Figure 19 It includes, for example, a second connecting section 108 with a U-shaped or V-shaped cross section, which is used not only to connect to the second component section 110 of the second component away from the window glass or the second component section 110 of the attachment 106 away from the window glass, but also to form a second insert bracket 128 for inserting into the second insert section 82.

[0114] The cross-sections of the first insertion section 78 and the first insertion bracket 116, as well as the cross-sections of the second insertion section 82 and the second insertion bracket 128, are complementary, so that the insertion sections 78 and 82 can be received in the insertion brackets 116 and 128 in an interlocking manner.

[0115] according to Figure 19 The first profile element 12, when arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152, is located on the side of the first mounting section 112 facing away from the window glass, excluding the first insert bracket 116. However, it is possible that the first profile element 12 includes both the first insert bracket 116 formed by the first connecting section 102 and the first insert bracket 116 arranged on the side of the first mounting section 112 (when arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152) facing away from the window glass. Such a first profile element 12 can optionally be connected to according to Figure 18 intermediate element 16 or according to Figure 3 Intermediate element 16.

[0116] according to Figure 19 The second profile element 14, when arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152, does not include the second insert bracket 128 on the side of the second mounting section 124 opposite to the window glass. However, it is possible that the second profile element 14 includes both the second insert bracket 128 formed by the second connecting section 108 and the second insert bracket 128 arranged on the side of the second mounting section 124 (when arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152) opposite to the window glass. Such a second profile element can optionally be connected to according to Figure 18 intermediate element 16 or according to Figure 3 Intermediate element 16.

[0117] Figure 21 and Figure 24 The installation module 10 shown (including according to Figure 22 The intermediate element 16, and includes according to Figure 23 The first profile element 12 and the second profile element are identical to the mounting module 10 described initially in terms of their function and use in the vehicle arrangement 152; the structure of the mounting module 10 described below—except for the differences described below—is identical to the structure of the mounting module 10 described initially. In this regard, refer to the description given above.

[0118] According to Figure 3 The intermediate element 16 is different, according to Figure 22 The first fastening section 76 protrudes from the first adjacent surface 68 of the intermediate element 16 in the form of a first insert bracket 116. The second connecting section 80 protrudes from the second adjacent surface 70 in the form of a second insert bracket 128.

[0119] A first insertable bracket 116 defines a first insert axis 84, which begins at a first abutment surface 68 and extends toward a free end of the first insertable bracket 116. A second insertable bracket 128 defines a second insert axis 86, which begins at a second abutment surface 70 and extends toward a free end of the second insertable bracket 128.

[0120] The first insertable support 116 includes a first insert space 118, which is defined by two spaced-apart first insert space boundaries 120 and 122. See below. Figure 22 The first insertion space boundaries 120, 122 form interlocking engagement elements that function in the direction away from the window glass when arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152, for interlocking engagement with lateral protrusions 92, which protrude from the main body 94 of the first profile element 12 as part of the first insertion section 78, see [reference]. Figure 23 .

[0121] The first insertion section 78 is specifically arranged on the side of the first mounting section 112 of the first profile element 12—when arranged in a vehicle configuration—facing away from the window glass. The first insertion section 78 preferably extends through the entire length of the first profile element 12, and can therefore be easily manufactured by extrusion.

[0122] The second insertable support 128 includes a second insert space 130, which is defined by two spaced-apart second insert space boundaries 132 and 134. See below. Figure 22 The second insertion space boundaries 132, 134 form interlocking engagement elements that function in the direction away from the window glass—when arranged in vehicle arrangement 152—for interlocking engagement with lateral protrusions 96, which protrude from the main body 98 of the second profile element 14 as part of the second insertion section 82, see [reference]. Figure 23 .

[0123] The second insertion section 82 is specifically arranged on the side of the second mounting section 124 of the second profile element 14—when arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152—facing away from the window glass. The second insertion section 82 preferably extends through the entire length of the second profile element 14, and can therefore be easily manufactured by extrusion.

[0124] Figure 25 The mounting module 10 shown is identical to the originally described mounting module 10 in terms of its function and its use in the vehicle arrangement 152; the structure of the mounting module 10 described below—except for the differences described below—is identical to the structure of the originally described mounting module 10. In this regard, refer to the description given above.

[0125] according to Figure 25 The mounting module 10 includes an intermediate element 16 comprising a carrier 62 and a third sealing section 42, the carrier and the third sealing section being bent at multiple points along their course between a first fastening section 76 and a second fastening section 80, corresponding to the vehicle window glass 18 (see [link]). Figure 26 The outer surface 24 of the vehicle window 18 has a recess 160. In the installed state of the vehicle window 18, the recess 160 is provided, for example, in the following area of ​​the vehicle window 18: the area is located at the bottom of the window and the center of the vehicle, and in the area is offset upward toward the center of the window relative to the bottom boundary of the vehicle window 18.

[0126] Vehicle arrangement 152 associated with the corner region 40 of the vehicle window glass 18 (see Figure 9 Compared to the first profile element 12, the angle 46 between the first longitudinal extension axis 34 and the second longitudinal extension axis 36 of the second profile element 14 is larger, and for example, between 150° and 180° (see [link]). Figure 25 ).

[0127] Figure 27 The mounting module 10 shown herein, in terms of its function and its use in the vehicle arrangement 152, is similar to that described above. Figure 25 and Figure 26 The installation module 10 described below is identical to the one described above; the structure of the installation module 10 described below—except for the differences described below—is identical to the structure of the installation module 10 described above. In this regard, refer to the description given above.

[0128] According to Figure 25 The intermediate element 16 is different, according to Figure 27 The intermediate element 16 includes a mounting bridge 162 that extends between the first fastening section 76 and the second fastening section 80, parallel to the direction of the third sealing section 42. The mounting bridge 162—when arranged in the vehicle arrangement 152—is adhesively bonded to the inner surface 22 of the vehicle window 18 on the side facing the window glass (facing the inner surface 22 of the vehicle window 18), for example, via an additional (double-sided) adhesive section 164. The (double-sided) adhesive section 164 extends through the entire direction of the mounting bridge 162 (not shown in the figures) or through a portion of the direction of the mounting bridge 162 (see [reference]). Figure 27 ).

[0129] Figure 29 The mounting module 10 shown herein, in terms of its function and its use in the vehicle arrangement 152, is similar to that described above. Figure 25 and Figure 26The installation module 10 described below is identical to the one described above; the structure of the installation module 10 described below—except for the differences described below—is identical to the structure of the installation module 10 described above. In this regard, refer to the description given above.

[0130] according to Figure 29 The mounting module 10 includes an additional intermediate portion 166, which includes a first fastening section 76, specifically in the form of a first insertion section 78, for connection to the second profile element 14 and its second insert bracket 128, and also includes a second fastening section 80, specifically in the form of a second insertion section 82, for connection to the additional profile element 168.

[0131] The additional intermediate portion 166 includes an additional sealing section 170; the additional profile element 168 includes an additional sealing section 172 and an additional insert bracket 174 for receiving the second insert section 82.

[0132] The additional intermediate portion 166 and the second profile element 14 are connected to each other by an additional plug-in connection 176; the additional intermediate portion 166 and the additional profile element 168 are connected to each other by another additional plug-in connection 178.

[0133] The second profile element 14, the intermediate portion 16, and the additional intermediate portion 166 are associated with the recess 160 of the vehicle window glass 18.

Claims

1. A vehicle arrangement (152) comprising a vehicle window glass (18) including an outer surface (20), an inner surface (22) opposite to the outer surface (20), and a peripheral surface (24) extending between the outer surface (20) and the inner surface (22), and the vehicle arrangement comprising a first profile element (12), the first profile element being: Arranged along at least a first partial segment (28) of the outer perimeter (24), Includes a first sealing section (26) for adjacent contact with the first partial section (28) of the peripheral surface (24); The vehicle arrangement also includes a second profile element (14), the second profile element: Arranged along at least a second partial section (32) of the outer perimeter (24), Includes a second sealing section (30) for adjacent contact with the second partial section (32) of the peripheral surface (24); characterized in that An intermediate element (16) is disposed separately from the first profile element (12) and the second profile element (14), wherein the intermediate element (16) Arranged in the transition region (38) between the first profile element (12) and the second profile element (14), Includes a third sealing section (42) for adjacent contact with the third partial section (44) of the outer surface (24). It also includes a first fastening section (76) for fastening to the first profile element (12) and a second fastening section (80) for fastening to the second profile element (14).

2. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transition region (38) is associated with the recess (160) in the direction of the outer surface (24) or the corner region (40) of the vehicle window glass (18).

3. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by The intermediate element (16) is configured as a plastic injection molded part or as an additively manufactured molded part.

4. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by At least two of the three sealing sections (26, 30, 42) have the same cross-sectional geometry as each other, at least in the adjacent regions (58, 60), wherein in the adjacent regions, at least two of the sealing sections (26, 42; 30, 42) are arranged adjacent to each other.

5. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to claim 4, characterized in that, At least two adjacent sealing sections (26, 42; 30, 42) are in contact with each other through facing contact surfaces (50, 54; 52, 56) and are flush with each other.

6. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The first profile element (12) includes a first connection section (102) for releasable connection to a first component away from the window glass or a first component section (104) away from the window glass.

7. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The second profile element (14) includes a second connection section (108) for releasable connection to a second component away from the window glass or a second component section (110) away from the window glass.

8. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to claim 7 when claim 6 is referenced, characterized in that, The first component section (104) and the second component section (110) are connected to each other as part of an attachment module or as part of an integral attachment (106).

9. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The first profile element (12) and the second profile element (14) have the same cross-sectional geometry.

10. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The intermediate element (16) includes at least one mounting bridge (162) arranged between the first fastening section (76) and the second fastening section (80), and is capable of being bonded or has been bonded to the inner surface (22) of the vehicle window glass (18).

11. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The intermediate element (16) includes at least one or exactly one free space (100) arranged between the first fastening section (76) and the second fastening section (80) and defined by the third sealing section (42).

12. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The third sealing section (42) forms the boundary (48) of the intermediate element (16) away from the window glass.

13. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The intermediate element (16) is made of an elastomer, particularly a thermoplastic elastomer.

14. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The intermediate element (16) includes a first adjacent surface (68) and / or a second adjacent surface (70), wherein the first adjacent surface is used to contact a first end face section (72) of the first profile element (12), and the second adjacent surface is used to contact a second end face section (74) of the second profile element (14).

15. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The first fastening section (76) is part of the first insert connection (136) with the first profile element (12), and / or the second connection section (80) is part of the second insert connection (138) with the second profile element (14).

16. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to claim 15, characterized in that, The first insertion axis (84) of the first insert connection (136) is oriented parallel to the first longitudinal extension axis (34) of the first profile element (12), and / or the second insertion axis (86) of the second insert connection (138) is oriented parallel to the second longitudinal extension axis (36) of the second profile element (14).

17. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The first fastening section (76) is configured as a first insertion section (78) that can be inserted into a first insert bracket (116) by friction and / or interlocking, the first insert bracket being formed on the first profile element (12), and / or the second fastening section (80) is configured as a second insertion section (82) that can be inserted into a second insert bracket (128) by friction and / or interlocking, the second insert bracket being formed on the second profile element (14).

18. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to claim 17, characterized in that, The first insert bracket (116) of the first profile element (12) is arranged on the side of the first mounting section (112) away from the window glass, the side of the first mounting section facing the window glass being adhesively connected or already adhesively connected to the inner surface (22) of the vehicle window glass (18), and / or the second insert bracket (128) of the second profile element (14) is arranged on the side of the second mounting section (124) away from the window glass, the side of the second mounting section facing the window glass being adhesively connected or already adhesively connected to the inner surface (22) of the vehicle window glass (18).

19. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to claim 17, characterized in that, The first insert bracket (116) of the first profile element (12) is formed by a first connecting section (102) or the first connecting section (102) for detachable connection to a first component away from the window glass or the first component or a first component section (104) or the first component section (104) connected to the window glass, and / or the second insert bracket (128) of the second profile element (14) is formed by a second connecting section (108) or the second connecting section (108) for detachable connection to a second component away from the window glass or the second component or a second component section (110) or the second component section (110) connected to the window glass.

20. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to claim 17, characterized in that, The first insert bracket (116) of the first profile element (12) is arranged on the side of the first mounting section (112) away from the window glass, the side of the first mounting section facing the window glass being adhesively connected or already adhesively connected to the inner surface (22) of the vehicle window glass (18), and the second insert bracket (128) of the second profile element (14) is formed by a second connecting section (108) for releasably connecting to a second component away from the window glass or the second component, or connecting to a second component section (110) away from the window glass or the second component section (110).

21. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The first fastening section (76) is configured as a first insert bracket (116), wherein the first insert section (78) formed on the first profile element (12) can be inserted into the first insert bracket in a frictional and / or interlocking manner, and / or wherein the second fastening section (80) is configured as a second insert bracket (128), wherein the second insert section (82) formed on the second profile element (14) can be inserted into the second insert bracket in a frictional and / or interlocking manner.

22. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to claim 21, characterized in that, The first insertion section (78) of the first profile element (12) is arranged on the side of the first mounting section (112) away from the window glass or on the side of the first mounting section (112) away from the window glass, the side of the first mounting section facing the window glass being able to be bonded or already bonded to the inner surface (22) of the vehicle window glass (18), and / or the second insertion section (82) of the second profile element (14) is arranged on the side of the second mounting section (124) away from the window glass or on the side of the second mounting section (124) away from the window glass, the side of the second mounting section facing the window glass being able to be bonded or already bonded to the inner surface (22) of the vehicle window glass (18).

23. The vehicle arrangement (152) according to any one of claims 17 to 22, when referring to claim 16, is characterized in that, The first insertion section (78) of the first fastening section (76) or the first insertion section (78) of the first profile element (12) includes at least one first insertion surface (88) inclined relative to the first insertion axis (84) of the first insert connection (138), and / or the second insertion section (82) of the second fastening section (80) or the second insertion section (82) of the second profile element (14) includes at least one second insertion surface (90) inclined relative to the second insertion axis (86) of the second insert connection (138).

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