Roof arrangement for a vehicle roof and vehicle roof with a roof opening

Abstract

Roof arrangement for a vehicle roof (101) with a roof opening (102), comprising - a movable roof element (103) for selectively closing and at least partially opening the roof opening (102), wherein the roof element (103) is held by a frame (104), - a first strand-shaped sealing profile (110) - a second strand-shaped sealing profile (120) which is formed separately from the first sealing profile (110), wherein - the first sealing profile (110) is designed to seal against the movable roof element (103) and can be attached to the vehicle roof (101), and - the second sealing profile (120) is attached to the frame (104) by means of a plug connection (123) and is designed to seal between the frame (104) and the vehicle roof (101), wherein the plug connection (123) has an insertion area (126) of the frame (104) into which a projection (127, 128) of the second sealing profile (120) is inserted, wherein the insertion area (126) is inclined at least partially with respect to a vertical direction (Z) and the insertion area (126) is inclined more steeply on a longitudinal side (132) of the frame (104) extending along an opening direction (X) of the roof element (103) than on a transverse side (133) of the frame (104) extending transversely to the opening direction (X).

Description

[0001] A roof arrangement for a vehicle roof with a roof opening is specified, in particular for a vehicle roof with a movable roof element. A vehicle roof with such a roof arrangement is also specified.

[0002] A vehicle roof of a motor vehicle may have a roof opening that is closed by a movable roof element and optionally at least partially opened. A seal, for example, is provided to seal the vehicle roof with the movable roof element. This seal is intended to prevent water from penetrating a dry area of ​​the vehicle roof or the motor vehicle. A seal for a vehicle roof is described, for example, in DE 10 2017 116 940 A1.

[0003] DE 10 2017 118 397 B3 relates to a roof arrangement for a vehicle roof with a first strand-shaped sealing profile and a second strand-shaped sealing profile which is formed separately from the first sealing profile, wherein the second sealing profile has a drip lip which rests against the frame.

[0004] US 9 950 599 B2 relates to a roof module for a vehicle roof with a seal having a cover lip for covering adjustment elements, wherein the cover lip can be resiliently bent away to provide access to the adjustment elements.

[0005] DE 100 38 498 A1 relates to a sealing arrangement for a movable roof element in a motor vehicle with a primary seal, a secondary seal and a tertiary seal, wherein the secondary seal and the tertiary seal interact in the closing direction of the roof element.

[0006] DE 10 2005 033 276 B3 relates to a roof structure for a sliding-lifting roof or external sliding-lifting roof with a roof cutout seal.

[0007] DE 10 2018 105 069 B3 relates to a roof assembly for a vehicle roof with a strand-shaped sealing profile. A sealing tube has a drip lip that extends vertically from the sealing tube to below a topmost web of the frame.

[0008] It is desirable to specify a roof arrangement that enables reliable sealing. It is also desirable to specify a vehicle roof with such a roof arrangement that can be reliably sealed.

[0009] According to one embodiment, a roof assembly for a vehicle roof comprises a movable roof element. The vehicle roof has a roof opening. The movable roof element is configured to selectively close the roof opening or at least partially open it. The roof element is held by a frame of the roof assembly. The roof assembly comprises a first strand-shaped sealing profile and a second strand-shaped sealing profile. The second strand-shaped sealing profile is formed separately from the first sealing profile.

[0010] In particular, the first sealing profile and the second sealing profile are movable relative to one another before assembly and, in particular, are manufactured separately from one another. For example, the first sealing profile and the second sealing profile comprise different materials. The same material can also be used for the first sealing profile and the second sealing profile, with different manufacturing tools being used for the two sealing profiles. In particular, the first sealing profile and the second sealing profile are each independent components that can be assembled independently of one another.

[0011] The first sealing profile is designed to seal against the movable roof element and can be attached to the vehicle roof. The second sealing profile is attached to the frame and designed to seal against the vehicle roof or the vehicle body.

[0012] The roof opening with the two separate sealing profiles allows different sealing functions to be realized by the separate sealing profiles. Specifically, the first sealing profile is intended for sealing between the vehicle roof and the movable roof element and is attached to the vehicle roof when ready for operation. The second sealing profile is intended for sealing between the frame and the vehicle roof and is fixed to the frame when ready for operation. Consequently, the two sealing profiles are each fixed or can be fixed to the component against which they are intended to seal.

[0013] When operational, the first sealing profile is attached to the vehicle roof and, when the roof element is closed, seals the transition between the roof element and the vehicle roof. Any water that penetrates between the first sealing profile and the roof element is channeled into a water channel in the frame. The second sealing profile is provided to ensure that any penetrating water is channeled as completely as possible into this water channel and can be drained away in a controlled manner, preventing it from entering a dry area. The second sealing profile seals with the frame in such a way that water cannot penetrate along the frame into the interior of the vehicle into a dry area. In particular, penetrating water is prevented from entering the dry area via the second sealing profile.

[0014] The design with two separate sealing profiles ensures reliable sealing against the frame. A plug-in connection is provided to securely attach the second sealing profile to the frame. The second sealing profile is attached to the frame using the plug-in connection. The plug-in connection has a plug-in area of ​​the frame. A projection of the second sealing profile is inserted into the plug-in area.

[0015] Mounting and securing using the plug-in connection enables simple and reliable installation, which can particularly be carried out by a single person. The plug-in connection and in particular the insertion area reliably specify the position of the second sealing profile relative to the frame, so that, for example, no assembly jig is required. In contrast to an adhesive connection of the second sealing profile, no preparation time is required on the frame, as, for example, no primer or similar needs to be applied. No other special preparations or prerequisites are required for forming the plug-in connection, for example, no cleaning or similar is necessary. Detachment of the second sealing profile from the frame after installation can be largely avoided.

[0016] According to one embodiment, the insertion area has two opposing side walls. The projection is inserted between the two side walls. The two side walls delimit an interior space of the insertion area. For example, the projection is clamped between the two side walls, forming a force-locking and / or positive connection. The projection can be inserted between the two side walls, so that, in the ready-to-use state, the projection is arranged between the two side walls in the insertion area. The projection of the second sealing profile is thus held on both sides by the insertion area.

[0017] The insertion area has an inclination with respect to a vertical direction, at least in sections, so that the insertion area is inclined. In some sections, the insertion area does not run along the vertical, but rather at an inclination relative to it. For example, the insertion area runs vertically or at an inclination between the vertical and the horizontal. In particular, the inclination of the insertion area is not the same at all points on the frame, but varies at different positions on the frame.

[0018] The insertion area is designed to be more steeply inclined on a long side of the frame, which extends along the opening direction of the roof element, than on a transverse side of the frame, which extends perpendicular to the opening direction. The angled or inclined insertion area enables reliable installation with a comparatively small installation space requirement. The installation direction can thus be flexibly specified and, in particular, can be specified differently at different positions on the frame. For example, rotation from an angled, inclined position in the range of horizontal to a vertical orientation is possible.

[0019] According to one embodiment, an interruption of the insertion area is provided in a transition area between the long side and the short side. This transition area enables, for example, simple installation and reliable operation even with different orientations of the insertion area along the long side and along the short side. For example, the insertion area is inclined along the long side and aligned vertically along the short side. The transition area enables the second sealing profile to be mounted continuously on both the long side and the short side.

[0020] According to one embodiment, the second sealing profile has a further projection. The plug-in connection can be formed with the further projection. For example, the second sealing profile thus has two projections. The plug-in connection is formed either with the first projection or with the second projection. This allows assembly with different projections depending on the position. This prevents, for example, rotation of the projection between differently inclined regions of the insertion region. For example, along the long side, the sealing profile is inserted with the projection into an insertion region that is essentially aligned vertically. Along the transverse direction, the second sealing profile is fastened, for example, with the further projection in an insertion region that is essentially aligned vertically. This also allows for very different inclinations of the insertion region.

[0021] According to one embodiment, the second sealing profile has a sealing lip. The sealing lip rests against the frame. The sealing lip is designed to project elongately in order to form a common contact surface with the frame, against which the sealing lip rests against the frame. The contact surface is formed in particular along the entire length of the sealing lip so that, as far as possible, no gap arises between the drip lip and the frame through which water could penetrate into the dry area. The plug-in connection for fixing the second sealing profile enables the reliable formation of the contact surface between the frame and the sealing lip. Waving of the sealing lip is avoidable, even when mounting around the curve between the long side and short side.

[0022] According to one embodiment, a notch is provided on the sealing lip in order to locally weaken the sealing lip.

[0023] According to one embodiment, the sealing lip alternatively or in addition to the notch has a partial region made of a material that is softer than another material of the sealing lip outside the partial region. For example, the material of the partial region is foam rubber or has foam rubber. The material of the partial region is in particular more flexible than the material of the remaining sealing lip. For example, the notch is formed in the partial region. For example, the notch is formed outside the partial region. For example, the notch is formed on a side of the sealing lip facing the frame. Alternatively or additionally, the notch is formed, for example, on a side of the sealing lip facing away from the frame.

[0024] The notch and / or the softer material in the partial area allows the preload of the sealing lip to be locally reduced. This prevents or at least reduces unwanted upward bending of the sealing lip toward the first strand-shaped sealing profile. With its comparatively high flexibility, the partial area allows for sufficient angling of the sealing lip relative to the rest of the second sealing profile. This allows for a reliable contact surface between the frame and the sealing lip. The sealing lip can be formed from a harder material outside the partial area, thus achieving the desired preload and sealing effect.

[0025] By arranging the harder and softer areas, the deformation geometry of the sealing profile can be influenced in certain areas in order to implement the sealing function and other requirements, such as a distance to a neighboring component or a resulting angular position of the sealing lip, in a variable and as reliable a manner as possible.

[0026] According to one embodiment, the first sealing profile can be attached to the vehicle roof by means of an adhesive connection. Thus, the first sealing profile and the second sealing profile have different types of fastening connections. The first sealing profile can be attached by means of the adhesive connection. The second sealing profile can be attached by means of the plug connection.

[0027] According to one embodiment, the second sealing profile has a second sealing lip for sealing against the vehicle roof. When operational, the second sealing lip rests against the vehicle roof, thus creating a reliable seal between the frame and the vehicle roof by means of the second sealing profile. The second sealing lip serves, for example, to seal against dust and acoustics. Furthermore, the second sealing lip helps to prevent as much water as possible from entering the dry area.

[0028] A vehicle roof according to at least one embodiment has a roof opening. The vehicle roof has a roof arrangement according to at least one of the embodiments described here. The vehicle roof has the movable roof element for selectively closing or at least partially opening the roof opening. The frame holding the movable roof element is coupled to the vehicle roof, for example, screwed. The first strand-shaped sealing profile is fastened to the vehicle roof, for example by means of an adhesive connection. The second strand-shaped sealing profile is formed separately from the first sealing profile. The vehicle roof thus has two separate sealing profiles, one of which is fixed to the vehicle roof itself and the other of which is fixed to the frame.

[0029] Further advantages, features, and refinements will become apparent from the following examples explained in conjunction with the figures. Identical, similar, and functionally identical elements may be provided with the same reference numerals in the figures.

[0030] They show: Fig. 1 a schematic representation of a vehicle roof according to an embodiment, Fig. 2 to 4 each show a schematic cross-sectional view of a roof arrangement according to an embodiment, Fig. 5 and Fig. 6 each shows a schematic cross-sectional view of a roof arrangement according to an embodiment, Fig. 7 a schematic perspective view of the roof arrangement according to an embodiment, Fig. 8 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a roof arrangement according to an embodiment, Fig. 9 a schematic cross-sectional view of a second strand-shaped sealing profile according to an embodiment, and Fig. 10 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a roof arrangement according to an embodiment.

[0031] Fig. 1 shows a vehicle roof 101 of a motor vehicle 200. The vehicle roof 101 is, in particular, the roof fixed to the vehicle, also referred to as the roof skin. The vehicle roof 101 surrounds a roof opening 102. The roof opening 102 can be selectively closed or at least partially opened by means of a movable roof element 103 that can be displaced along a direction X, also referred to as the opening direction.

[0032] The movable roof element 103, also called a cover, is held by a frame 104. The frame 104 has, for example, guide rails that are attached to the vehicle roof 101 on both sides of the roof opening 102 along a longitudinal side 132. The frame has, for example, further elements that are arranged, for example, transversely to the X direction along a Y direction on a transverse side 133. A motor and drive cable or other elements for moving the roof element 103 are arranged on the frame 104 along the transverse side 133.

[0033] The frame 104 serves in particular to guide the movement of the roof element 103 and to hold other elements such as drive motors and / or cables. The roof element 103 and the frame 104 are in particular part of a roof assembly 100, which can be used as a standalone assembly with the vehicle roof 101.

[0034] Fig. 2 shows a schematic sectional view along an exemplary cutting plane S1 ( Fig. 1).

[0035] In addition to the roof element 103 and the frame 104, the roof assembly 100 has a first strand-shaped sealing profile 110 and a second strand-shaped sealing profile 120.

[0036] The first sealing profile 110 can be referred to as a roof cutout seal. The second sealing profile 120 can be referred to as a secondary seal. The two sealing profiles 110, 120 are designed to be elastically flexible and resilient. For example, at least the sealing sections of the sealing profiles 110, 120 are each made of foamed and / or soft rubber, rubber-like, or rubber-like material, while other sections of the sealing profile are made of harder material, in particular rubber-like or rubber material. Examples of materials include EPDM, foam rubber, NBR, or silicone rubber.

[0037] The first sealing profile 110 serves to seal the movable roof element 103. The first sealing profile is arranged horizontally between the vehicle roof 101 and the roof element 103. The second sealing profile 120 is arranged vertically between the vehicle roof 101 and the frame 104.

[0038] When the vehicle roof 101 is closed, i.e., when the roof element 103 is completely arranged in the roof opening 102, the first sealing profile 110 largely seals the transition between the vehicle roof 101 and the roof element 103. Nevertheless, water 107 can penetrate between the roof element 103 and the sealing profile 110, counter to the Z direction, toward the vehicle interior. This water is collected in a wet area 109 in a water guide channel of the frame 104 and drained from there in a controlled manner. Thus, it is possible to prevent, or at least largely avoid, water 107 from entering a dry area 108 of the vehicle 200.

[0039] The first sealing profile 110 has a first sealing tube 113. The first sealing tube 113 is attached to the vehicle roof 101 by means of an adhesive connection 111. A drip lip 112 is provided on the first sealing tube 113. The drip lip 112 of the sealing tube 113 points downward, so that during operation, water 107 drips off the drip lip 112 and flows between the first sealing profile 110 and the roof element 103 toward the vehicle interior.

[0040] For example, when the motor vehicle 200 is tilted, it is possible for water 117 to drip toward the frame 104. To prevent this water 107 from entering the dry area 108, the second sealing profile 120 is provided, which is formed separately and distinct from the first sealing profile 110.

[0041] The second sealing profile 120 has a projection 127. The projection 127 is designed to form a plug connection 123 with the frame 104. The second sealing profile 120 is fastened to the frame 104 by means of the plug connection 123. The second sealing profile 120 has a sealing lip 121. The sealing lip 121 extends from the projection 127 toward the frame 104 and toward the roof element 103.

[0042] The sealing lip 121 is in Fig. 2, as well as in the Fig. 3 to 6 are each shown in an original, unassembled state. This state is identified in the figure by reference numeral 121a. Furthermore, the sealing lip 121 is shown in the orientation in which it is in the assembled state. This state is identified in the figure by reference numeral 121b. The second sealing profile 120 has, in particular, a single sealing lip 121, which has a common contact surface 122 with the frame 104 in the assembled state.

[0043] The sealing lip 121 is pressed against the frame 104, forming a common contact surface 122, where no water can penetrate between the sealing profile 120 and the frame 104. The contact surface 122 is formed at a free end of the sealing lip 121 facing away from the projection 127.

[0044] The frame 104 has, for example, a rib 106, particularly along the longitudinal side 132, which has its main extension in the XY plane. Starting from the region of the second sealing profile where the plug connection 123 is formed, the sealing lip 121 extends downwardly inclined, so that the sealing lip 121 is pressed against the rib 106 along the Y direction between the plug connection 123 and the roof element 103, and the contact surface 122 is formed.

[0045] The second sealing profile 120 has a second sealing lip 124 on an upper side in the Z direction. The second sealing lip 124 is pressed onto the vehicle roof 101 in the ready-to-use state and primarily seals against dust and noise, which thus prevent or only partially penetrate into the vehicle interior.

[0046] The projection 127 of the second sealing profile 120 is designed to be inserted into an insertion area 126 of the frame 104 in order to fix the sealing profile 120 to the frame 104 by means of the plug-in connection 123. The projection 127 has, for example, one or more clamping elements 129. The clamping elements 129 are each designed to be flexible, for example, so that, starting from a basic state, they are deformed upon insertion into the insertion area 126 and exert a holding force. The clamping elements 129 press against the side wall 130 and / or the side wall 131 from the inside in the insertion area 126.

[0047] The insertion area 126 is formed on the frame 104. The insertion area 126 is delimited by a first side wall 130 and a second side wall 131. The two side walls 130, 131 are spaced apart from each other such that the inserted projection 127 is clamped and thus held between the two side walls 130, 131. The inserted projection 127 is in contact with the two side walls 130, 131.

[0048] The second sealing profile 120 is thus connected to the frame 104 by means of the plug-in connection 123. For example, the second sealing profile 120 is fixed to a guide rail 104 on the long side 132 by means of the plug-in connection 123. The plug-in connection 123 is designed such that, for example, along the long side 132, the insertion region 126 and the projection 127 have an inclination 105 with respect to the horizontal, in particular to the XY plane. The inclination 105 is designed in particular such that an angle 136 between the main orientation of the plug-in connection 123 and the horizontal is greater than 90°. Along the long side 132, the insertion region 126 and the projection 127 are thus inclined away from the roof element 103 at an inclination 105.

[0049] The plug connection 123 of the second sealing profile 120 enables cost-effective, fast, and secure assembly. The inclination 105 allows for a reduction in installation space along the Z-direction. Thus, a distance 125 between the first sealing profile 110 and the second sealing profile 120 can be made large enough to form the plug connection 123 with a reasonable installation space requirement, even with conventional tolerances.

[0050] In the unassembled state, the sealing lip 121 is designed so that it is vertically downwards, as in Fig. 2 with the reference numeral 121a. The sealing lip 121 is pressed laterally upwards during assembly and the formation of the plug connection 123 upon contact with the frame 104, as shown in Fig. 2 by reference numeral 121b. This shape and configuration of the sealing lip 121 enables reliable overlap and support, particularly at the contact surface 122, with the frame 104.

[0051] Fig. 3 shows a schematic sectional view along an exemplary cutting plane S2 ( Fig. 1). For example, in this area, a guide rail is no longer provided to hold movable drive components such as a drive carriage. In this area, for example, a U-shaped front part of the frame 104 is provided, which extends primarily along the transverse side 133 and is only guided along a short section of the longitudinal sides 132. In this area, the plug connection 123 is aligned, for example, along the Z direction and is not significantly inclined to the vertical. In particular, due to the manufacture of this front frame element 104, for example, from plastic, an angled plug-in area 126 is not readily possible.

[0052] In a transition area 134 ( Fig. 7) Between the inclined insertion area 126 and the vertical insertion area 126, the projection 127 of the second sealing profile 120 is rotated slightly to bridge the different orientation of the insertion area 126. It is possible, for example, to slot the projection 127 in the transition area 124 to enable easy rotation of the projection 127. This is particularly useful in the case of large angle differences and large differences in the inclination 105 of the insertion area 126.

[0053] Fig. 4 shows a schematic sectional view along an exemplary cutting plane S3 ( Fig. 1). In the front area along the transverse side 133, the insertion area 126 is also formed along the Z-direction without inclination to the vertical. The frame element for the illustrations of the Fig. 3 and Fig. 4 is in particular a common frame element which is connected to the frame element Fig. 2 is different. As in Fig. 3 and Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the sealing lip 121 is arranged in these areas almost in its initial state. This prevents, in particular, collisions with adjacent components at narrow points. As shown, for example, in Fig. 4, a collision between the roof element 103 and the sealing lip 121 can be avoided, particularly when the roof element 103 reaches under the vehicle roof 101 on the transverse side 133.

[0054] Fig. 5 and Fig. 6 show the arrangement 100 with a second sealing profile 120 according to a further embodiment. The remaining elements of the roof arrangement 100 are designed in particular corresponding to the embodiment according to the Fig. 2 to 4.

[0055] Fig. 5 shows a schematic sectional view along the exemplary cutting plane S3 and Fig. 6 a schematic sectional view along the exemplary cutting plane S1.

[0056] In contrast to the embodiment of the Fig. 2 to 4, the second sealing profile 120 according to the embodiment of the Fig. 5 and Fig. 6 has a further projection 128 in addition to the projection 127. The two projections 127, 128 have different orientations relative to one another. The two projections 127, 128 form various mounting options for the second sealing profile 120. The further projection 128 is designed, for example, to correspond to the projection 127. The further projection 128 is designed to be inserted into the insertion area 126 to form the plug-in connection 123. In particular, only one of the two projections 127, 128 is always engaged in the insertion area 126 in some sections.

[0057] In the area of ​​the long side 132, for example, the further projection 128 is inserted into the insertion area 126. This allows a large inclination 105 of the insertion area 126 with respect to the vertical to be realized. The insertion area 126 is, for example, oriented essentially horizontally. The angle 136 has, for example, a value of around 180°, for example between 160° and 200°. The further projection 128 enables the formation of the plug-in connection 123 even with such a steeply inclined insertion area 126, without having to twist the second sealing profile 120 excessively with respect to the course of the insertion area 126 along the transverse side 133, where the insertion area 126 is oriented essentially along the vertical.

[0058] Along the transverse side 133, the second sealing profile 120 is attached to the frame 104 by means of the projection 127. The projection 127 is arranged in the insertion area 126. The further projection 128 is not arranged in the insertion area 126. In the transition area 134, for example, the transition between the projection 127 and the further projection 128 takes place.

[0059] Along the longitudinal side 132, the further projection 128 is inserted into the substantially horizontal insertion area 126 and the projection 127 is not inserted into the insertion area 126. In the transition area, for example, in a short section, neither the projection 127 nor the further projection 128 is inserted into the insertion area 126. For example, in the transition area 134, an interruption 135 of the insertion area 134 is provided ( Fig. 7) to enable rotation or switching between the two projections 127, 128. The projection 127 is then inserted into the vertically extending insertion area 126, and the further projection 128 is not inserted into the insertion area 126.

[0060] Fig. Figure 7 shows a schematic perspective view of the arrangement 100. Along the long side 127, the second sealing profile 120 is inserted into the inclined insertion area 126. The sealing lip 121 is pressed against the frame 104 and thus deflected ( Fig. 2 and Fig. 6). The sealing lip 121, which is vertical in the initial state, is thus always reliably formed along the longitudinal side 132 with sufficient overlap and support on the contact surface 122 with the frame 104, in particular the rib 106 of the guide rail. The sealing lip 121 can also be pressed against the frame 104 with a comparatively high counterpressure, since the plug connection 123 is not negatively affected by the high counterpressure. Unlike, for example, an adhesive connection, the plug connection 123 is not negatively affected by the counterpressure. Rather, the counterpressure leads, for example, to a stronger wedging of the projection 127 or the further projection 128 in the insertion area 126 and thus to a reliable plug connection 123.

[0061] The interruption 135 is provided in the transition region 134 between the longitudinal side 132 and the transverse side 133. The interruption 135 interrupts, for example, the insertion region 126. Thus, for example, the rotation of the projection 127 according to the embodiment of the Fig. 2 to 4. Alternatively, the change between the projection 127 and the further projection 128 according to the embodiment of the Fig. 5 and Fig. 6 in the transition area 134 at the interruption 135 possible.

[0062] Due to the vertical alignment of the sealing lip 121 in a curve 137 between the long side 132 and the transverse side 133, as well as along the transverse side 133, which essentially corresponds to the initial state, the sealing lip 121 can be arranged without rippling. The sealing lip 121 can be realized in the curve 137 and along the transverse side 133 without rippling. Rippling of the sealing lip 121 can occur if the sealing lip 121 were also arranged in the curve 137 with higher counterpressure and greater deflection from the initial state. This is avoidable in the roof arrangement 100 due to the attachment of the second sealing profile 120 by means of the plug-in connection 123. The ripple-free design of the sealing lip 121 in the assembled state is both aesthetically pleasing and beneficial for reliable sealing.

[0063] Fig. 8 shows a schematic sectional view along an exemplary cutting plane S1 ( Fig. 1) according to a further embodiment. The embodiment according to Fig. 8 essentially corresponds to the embodiment as described in connection with the Fig. 2 to 4. In contrast, the second strand-shaped sealing profile 120 according to the embodiment of the Fig. 8 has a portion 141 made of a softer material. Alternatively or additionally, the sealing lip 121 according to the embodiment of Fig. 8 has a notch 143.

[0064] The notch 143 is formed, for example, in the partial region 141. According to further exemplary embodiments, the notch 143 is formed outside the partial region 141. The notch 143 can also be provided without the partial region 141. The partial region 141 can also be provided without the notch 143. According to exemplary embodiments, the notch 143 is arranged on a side of the sealing lip 121 facing away from the frame 104 and facing the first sealing profile 110, as shown in Fig. 8. According to further embodiments, the notch 143 is alternatively or additionally arranged on a side of the sealing lip 121 facing the frame 104 and facing away from the first sealing profile 110, as shown in Fig. 8. According to exemplary embodiments, only a single notch 143 is provided. According to further exemplary embodiments, multiple notches 143 are provided, for example, two or three notches 143.

[0065] The second sealing profile 120 has a base 140. The plug connection 123 is formed on the base 140. The projection 127 is formed on the base 140. The partial region 141 is formed between the base 140 and the sealing lip 121, in particular between the base 140 and the contact surface 122 of the sealing lip 121. The partial region 141 is made of a softer material than the base 140. The partial region 141 is made of a softer material than the sealing lip 121 in the region of the contact surface 122. For example, the partial region 141 is made of a foam rubber 142 or comprises foam rubber 142, for example, foamed EPDM. For example, the partial region 141 has a hardness of approximately 40 Shore A.

[0066] For example, the base 140 and the sealing lip 121 outside of the partial area 141 are each made of solid rubber or comprise solid rubber. The solid rubber is, for example, an unfoamed solid rubber material. For example, the solid rubber has a hardness of approximately 80 Shore A. For example, the second sealing profile 120 is manufactured using two-component injection molding. A three-component injection molding is also possible, so that the second sealing profile has three different areas, each with a different hardness, for example.

[0067] The partial area 141 enables the sealing lip 121 to be angled relative to the base 140 in the manner of a hinge. Thus, even with a sufficiently large preload and rigidity of the sealing lip 121, the contact surface can be reliably formed. The preload is specified, for example, as a function of the manufacturing process and / or a laying radius, for example, in curve 137. Despite the preload, the partial area 141 prevents undesired upward bending of the sealing lip 121. Thus, a sufficient distance from the first sealing profile 110 can be reliably maintained. The partial area 141 reduces the preload locally in order to ensure reliable contact of the sealing lip 121 with the rib 106.

[0068] The notch 143 enables the sealing lip 121 to be angled relative to the base 140 in the manner of a hinge. Thus, even with a sufficiently large preload and rigidity of the sealing lip 121, the contact surface can be reliably formed. The preload is specified, for example, depending on the manufacturing process and / or a laying radius, for example, in curve 137. Despite the preload, the notch 143 prevents undesired upward bending of the sealing lip 121. Thus, a sufficient distance from the first sealing profile 110 can be reliably maintained. The notch 143 reduces the preload locally to ensure reliable contact of the sealing lip 121 with the rib 106.

[0069] In particular, a combination of the partial area 141, for example made of foam rubber 142, and the notch 143 particularly advantageously enables the sealing lip 121 to be angled relative to the base 140 in the manner of a hinge. For example, the partial area 141 and the notch 143 together locally reduce the preload to ensure a reliable contact of the sealing lip 121 with the rib 106 and to prevent undesired upward bending of the sealing lip 121.

[0070] According to exemplary embodiments, the notch 143 is arranged on the inner side of the partial area 141. This allows for good folding behavior of the sealing lip 121 in the curve 137. The inner side faces the frame 104. This makes it possible, for example, to reliably reduce the formation of waves in the sealing lip 121 along the radius of the curve 137.

[0071] According to further embodiments, the partial area 141 and / or the notch 143 are also provided with the configurations of the second sealing profile 120 according to the Fig. 5 and Fig. 6. Accordingly, the second sealing profile 120 has, for example, the two projections 127, 128 and the partial region 141 made of the softer material, in particular the foam rubber 142. As an alternative to the partial region 141 made of the softer material or in addition to the partial region 141, the second sealing profile 120 with the two projections 127, 128 has the notch 143. The notch is formed, for example, in the partial region 141.

[0072] Fig. 9 shows a further embodiment of the second strand-shaped sealing profile 120. Fig. 10 shows a schematic sectional view of the arrangement 100 along an exemplary sectional plane S1 ( Fig. 1) with the second sealing profile 120 according to the embodiment of the Fig. 9. The embodiment according to Fig. 9 and Fig. 10 essentially corresponds to the embodiment as described in connection with Fig. 8. In contrast, the second strand-shaped sealing profile 120 according to the embodiment of the Fig. 9 and Fig. 10 additionally has a further notch 144. The second sealing lip 124 has, according to the embodiment of Fig. 9 and Fig. 10 the further notch 144.

[0073] Starting from the base 140, a first part 145 of the second sealing lip 124 extends to the further notch 144. The first part 145 is in an assembled state according to Fig. 10 is inclined away from the first sealing profile 110.

[0074] A second part 146 of the second sealing lip 124 extends from the further notch 144 to a free end 147 of the second sealing lip 124. In the installed state, the free end 147 rests against the vehicle roof 101. In an installed state, the second part 146 is oriented at an angle toward the first sealing profile 110.

[0075] The additional notch 144 allows for a different orientation of the first part 145 and the second part 146 of the second sealing lip 124. The first part 145 and the second part 146 form an angle 148. The angle 148 is, for example, between 10° and 175°. For example, the additional notch 144 weakens the second sealing lip 124, so that the second sealing lip 124 can be bent at the additional notch 144.

[0076] The further notch 144 enables a reliable sealing to the vehicle roof 101. The alignment of the second part 146 of the second sealing lip 124 enables the second part 146 to reliably rest against the vehicle roof 101 even under a load from the direction of the first sealing profile 110. For example, water, which flows with comparatively high pressure in the negative Y-direction according to the sectional view of the Fig. 10 presses against the second sealing lip 124, does not lead to a lifting of the free end 147 from the vehicle roof 101 but presses the second part 146 of the second sealing lip 124 against the vehicle roof 101. Thus, the reliable seal is realized.

[0077] It is also possible to form the second sealing lip 124 with the further notch 144 and the sealing lip 121 without the notch 143. In this not explicitly shown embodiment, the sealing lip 121 is thus formed as in Fig. 2 to 4 and the further sealing lip 124 as in Fig. 9 and Fig. 10 shown.

[0078] The roof arrangement 100 with the inserted sealing profile 120 enables both simple installation and reliable operation. Higher counterpressure and reliable sealing are possible in the area of ​​the longitudinal side 132. In the area of ​​the curve 137 and the transverse side 133, a vertical alignment of the sealing lip 121 is possible without significant preload. Reference symbol 100 roof arrangement 101 Vehicle roof 102 roof opening 103 roof element 104 frames 105 inclination 106 Rib 107 Water 108 Dry area 109 Wet area 110 first strand-shaped sealing profile 111 Adhesive bond 112 Drip lip of the first sealing hose 113 Sealing hose 120 second strand-shaped sealing profile 121 Sealing lip 122 contact surface 123 plug connection 124 second sealing lip 125 distance 126 insertion area 127 lead 128 further lead 129 clamping elements 130, 131 side wall 132 long side 133 short side 134 Transition area 135 Interruption 136 angles 137 Curve 140 Base 141 sub-area 142 foam rubber 143 Notch 144 further notches 145 first part of the second sealing lip 146 second part of the second sealing lip 147 free end 148 angles 200 motor vehicles X, Y, Z direction

Claims

[1] Roof arrangement for a vehicle roof (101) with a roof opening (102), comprising - a movable roof element (103) for selectively closing and at least partially releasing the roof opening (102), wherein the roof element (103) is held by a frame (104), - a first strand-shaped sealing profile (110) - a second strand-shaped sealing profile (120) which is formed separately from the first sealing profile (110), wherein - the first sealing profile (110) is designed to seal against the movable roof element (103) and can be fastened to the vehicle roof (101), and - the second sealing profile (120) is fastened to the frame (104) by means of a plug-in connection (123) and is designed to seal between the frame (104) and the vehicle roof (101), wherein the plug-in connection (123) has a plug-in region (126) of the frame (104) into which a projection (127, 128) of the second sealing profile (120) is inserted, wherein the plug-in region (126) is inclined at least in sections with respect to a vertical direction (Z), and the plug-in region (126) is inclined more sharply on a longitudinal side (132) of the frame (104), which extends along an opening direction (X) of the roof element (103), than on a transverse side (133) of the frame (104), which extends transversely to the opening direction (X). [2] Roof arrangement according to claim 1, wherein the insertion area (126) has two opposite side walls (130, 131) and the projection (127, 128) is inserted between the two side walls (130, 131). [3] Roof arrangement according to claim 1, wherein an interruption (135) of the insertion region (126) is provided in a transition region (134) between the longitudinal side (132) and the transverse side (133). [4] Roof arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the second sealing profile (120) has a further projection (127, 128) with which the plug connection (123) can be formed. [5] Roof arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second sealing profile (120) has a sealing lip (121) which bears against the frame (104). [6] Roof arrangement according to claim 5, wherein a notch (143) is provided on the sealing lip (121) in order to locally weaken the sealing lip. [7] Roof arrangement according to claim 5 or 6, wherein the sealing lip (121) has a partial region (141) made of a material (142), wherein the material (142) of the partial region (141) is softer than another material of the sealing lip (121) outside the partial region (141). [8] Roof arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the first sealing profile (110) can be fastened to the vehicle roof (101) by means of an adhesive connection (111). [9] Roof arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the second sealing profile (120) has a second sealing lip (124) for sealing against the vehicle roof (101). [10] Roof arrangement according to claim 9, wherein a further notch (144) is provided on the second sealing lip (124). [11] Vehicle roof with a roof opening (102), comprising: - a roof arrangement (100) according to one of claims 1 to 10, wherein - the frame (104) holding the movable roof element (103) is coupled to the vehicle roof (101), and - the first strand-shaped sealing profile (110) is attached to the vehicle roof (101).

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