Vehicle decorative member, vehicle window glass assembly, and manufacturing method and molding device thereof

Abstract

To provide a vehicle decoration member (10), a vehicle window glass assembly having the vehicle decoration member (10), and a manufacturing process and a molding device thereof.SOLUTION: A vehicle decoration member (10) is arranged in a pillar sheet metal and / or a window frame of a vehicle, and includes a decoration body (11) and a decoration film (12) attached to a surface of the decoration body (11), where the decoration body (11) is made of metal, and a material of the decoration film (12) is a flexible material and forms a decoration surface.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates generally to the field of vehicle component manufacturing. More particularly, the present invention relates to a vehicle decorative member, a vehicle glazing assembly having a vehicle decorative member and a method for manufacturing the same, and a forming apparatus for manufacturing the vehicle glazing assembly. [Background technology]

[0002] With the rapid development of the automobile industry, the appearance of vehicles is constantly changing to suit different consumer tastes at all levels. To improve the appearance quality of vehicles, more and more manufacturers are using decorative strips that are attached to the exposed sheet metal of vehicle doors and window frames for decoration. Traditional decorative strips are generally shiny strips made of plastic or metal, and are used to cover the pillar (A-pillar, B-pillar, and C-pillar) sheet metal and / or window frames of the vehicle body to increase the gloss of the exterior surface, thereby making the vehicle look more luxurious and sporty.

[0003] Currently, shiny decorative strips are typically manufactured by pigment spraying or chrome plating, resulting in a high-gloss or semi-gloss silver appearance. The color of shiny decorative strips is monotonous, with few color options available. Therefore, the "black and shiny" effect achieved here is widely favored by consumers. In some solutions, this effect can be achieved by co-extrusion of plastic and a surface film or by integral injection molding of a high-gloss black material. However, plastic decorative strips are not fully compatible with window frame molding methods. In particular, plastic decorative strips cannot withstand high temperatures during the integral injection molding process, which can result in damage. Furthermore, such methods are complicated and expensive. In some solutions, aluminum decorative strips are anodized to achieve a black appearance. However, such methods are not only expensive but also cause significant pollution. Furthermore, aluminum decorative strips tend to deform easily and are highly brittle, meaning they barely adhere to the mold cavity, preventing integral injection molding. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] The object of the present invention is to solve the problems of the prior art and to provide a vehicle decorative member that can obtain a desired aesthetic appearance at low cost, can be well adapted to the manufacturing process of vehicle window members, thereby improving product yield and suppressing the occurrence of poor appearance during use. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] To this end, according to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a vehicle decorative member for placement on a pillar sheet metal and / or a window frame of a vehicle. The vehicle decorative member includes a decorative body and a decorative film attached to a surface of the decorative body. The decorative body is made of a metal, and the decorative film is made of a flexible material and forms a decorative surface.

[0006] According to the above technical idea, the present invention can further include any one or more of the following optional embodiments.

[0007] In some optional embodiments, the decorative body is made of stainless steel.

[0008] In some optional embodiments, the decorative film is made from a polymer.

[0009] In some optional embodiments, the decorative film is made from polyvinylidene fluoride.

[0010] In some optional embodiments, the decorative film has a matte surface, a high gloss surface, or a dermatoglyphic surface.

[0011] In some optional embodiments, the decorative film has a black appearance.

[0012] In some optional embodiments, the decorative film is laminated, coated, or bonded to the surface of the decorative body.

[0013] In some optional embodiments, the decorative film has a thickness of 0.01 to 0.2 mm.

[0014] According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a vehicle glazing assembly comprising a glass body and an envelope surrounding the glass body, the vehicle glazing assembly further comprising a vehicle decorative member as described above, the vehicle decorative member being attached to the envelope around at least one peripheral edge of the glass body.

[0015] In some optional embodiments, the vehicle decorative member is integrally injection molded with or embedded in the enclosure.

[0016] In some optional embodiments, the enclosure is made from a thermoplastic polymer.

[0017] In some optional embodiments, the thermoplastic polymer is selected from thermoplastic vulcanizates, polyvinyl chloride, and polypropylene.

[0018] In some optional embodiments, the vehicle window includes a front windshield, a rear windshield, a front door glass window, a rear door glass window, a sunroof, or a quarter window.

[0019] According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly, the vehicle glazing assembly including a glass body and an envelope surrounding the glass body, the vehicle glazing assembly further including the vehicle decorative member described above, the method comprising the steps of: a. placing a vehicle decorative member within a mold cavity and allowing a surface of the vehicle decorative member to adhere to an interior wall of the cavity; b. placing the cut and shaped glass body into the cavity and fixing the glass body in place; c. Injecting a thermoplastic polymer into the cavity to create an enclosure, allowing the vehicle decorative member to be integrally molded with the enclosure at at least one peripheral edge of the glass body.

[0020] In some optional embodiments, step c) further comprises cooling the cavity, such that the temperature of the cavity is controlled to between 10°C and 26°C.

[0021] In some optional embodiments, the cooling step is performed by a cooling device fitted to the cavity of the mold.

[0022] In some optional embodiments, the cooling step is further performed by providing a cooling member on the interior wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is adhered.

[0023] According to yet another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a molding apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly. The vehicle glazing assembly includes a glass body and an envelope surrounding the glass body. The vehicle glazing assembly further includes the vehicle decorative member described above. The molding apparatus includes a mold having a cavity. A cooling member is provided on an inner wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is bonded.

[0024] In some optional embodiments, the cooling member is attached inside the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is adhered, or inside the cavity, the contact cavity is made from a material with high thermal conductivity.

[0025] In some optional embodiments, the cooling member is made from a metal or metal alloy.

[0026] In some optional embodiments, the cooling member is made from beryllium copper.

[0027] In some optional embodiments, the molding apparatus further includes a cooling device adapted to fit into the cavity of the mold.

[0028] In some optional embodiments, the cooling device is a water cooling device.

[0029] The vehicle decorative member of the present invention has more stable performance than decorative members made of conventional plastic materials or obtained by anodizing metal. The metal decorative body has sufficient rigidity and is adapted to be firmly attached to vehicle components such as window frames. Furthermore, by using decorative films with different surface properties, user requirements for different appearances such as color, scratch resistance, and UV protection can be met. Vehicle window glass assemblies having vehicle decorative members can be easily manufactured using the manufacturing method of the present invention, which is particularly efficient, easy to control, and can be widely used for various applications, and can be easily manufactured using the molding apparatus of the present invention. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0030] Other features and advantages of the present invention will be better understood from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0031] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing the structure of a vehicle decorative member according to one embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram showing the application of the vehicle decorative member of the present invention to a vehicle window glass; [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating a vehicle glazing assembly formed in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram illustrating a vehicle glazing assembly made in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 5] FIG. 5 is a schematic partial cross-sectional view of a forming apparatus for producing a vehicle glazing assembly according to one embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0032] The implementation and use of the embodiments are discussed in detail below. However, it should be understood that the specific embodiments discussed herein are merely illustrative of specific ways to implement and use the invention, without limiting the scope of the invention. In describing the structural positions of various components, directional references such as "upper," "lower," "top," and "bottom" are relative, not absolute. These directional references are appropriate when the various components are arranged as shown in the drawings. However, if the positions of the various components within the drawings are changed, these directional references will be changed accordingly.

[0033] As used herein, "outside" and "inside" refer to directions relative to the vehicle body, with "outside" referring to a direction away from the vehicle body and "inside" referring to a direction toward the vehicle body.

[0034] Here, "glass" refers to a semi-solid, semi-liquid, transparent substance that is a non-metallic silicate material. When melted, glass forms a continuous network structure. When cooled, the viscosity of glass gradually increases, and the glass hardens without crystallizing. "Plastic" refers to a material made by polymerizing monomer raw materials through synthesis or condensation reaction, and the main component of plastic is a high molecular weight polymer.

[0035] As used herein, "polymer" includes thermosetting polymers and thermoplastic polymers. Thermosetting polymers are formed from prepolymers by a curing reaction in the presence of a curing agent. Thermoplastic polymers are polymers that can be repeatedly heated and melted, molded in a softened or flowing state, and retain the shape of a mold after cooling. Typically, the use of a curing agent is not required in the molding process of thermoplastic polymers.

[0036] According to the concept of the present invention, the object of the present invention is to overcome the common defects in the conventional heat treatment methods for vehicle bright decorative strips (for example, the bright decorative strips are prone to deformation and corrosion and have high brittleness), and improve the appearance of the vehicle body and the competitiveness of the vehicle.

[0037] First, referring to Fig. 1, the present invention provides a vehicle decorative member 10 that can be disposed on a pillar sheet metal and / or a window frame of a vehicle. The vehicle decorative member includes a decorative body 11 and a decorative film 12 attached to the surface of the decorative body 11. The decorative body 11 is made of metal. The material of the decorative film 12 is a flexible material, and the decorative film 12 constitutes the outer surface (i.e., decorative surface) of the decorative member after it is attached to the vehicle body.

[0038] In some embodiments, the decorative body 11 may be made of stainless steel to achieve low cost and high rigidity. The decorative film 12 may be made of a high-temperature resistant polymer, which allows the decorative film 12 to be integrally attached to the vehicle component (e.g., by injection molding), thereby simplifying the manufacturing process and improving manufacturing efficiency. In some embodiments, the decorative film 12 may be made of polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF), which has a melting point of 170°C, a thermal decomposition temperature of 316°C or higher, and a long-term use temperature of -40 to 150°C, which effectively solves the problem that the decorative film tends to melt and wear during the injection molding process. However, other polymers with similar properties are also feasible.

[0039] In order to obtain different appearances and meet the needs of different users, the decorative film may be provided with a shiny decorative strip of any color, such as black, gray, or even silver. Similarly, the decorative film may have any surface with different appearances, such as a matte surface, a high-gloss surface, and a dermatoglyphic surface. In some embodiments, the decorative film may be a black high-gloss PVDF film.

[0040] In some embodiments, the decorative film has a thickness of 0.01 to 0.2 mm, such as about 0.05 mm. This means that the presence of the decorative film does not significantly increase the thickness of the decorative body, making it compatible with most existing decorative bodies. The decorative film may be attached to the decorative body by lamination, coating, or adhesive bonding. In the lamination process, the decorative film can be attached to the decorative body using conventional film lamination equipment. Coating methods include, but are not limited to, drop coating, dip coating, brush coating, spray coating, vapor deposition, electroplating, etc. In the adhesive bonding process, an adhesive, such as a pressure-sensitive adhesive, can be used to achieve a reliable bond between the decorative film and the decorative body.

[0041] FIG. 2 illustrates an embodiment in which the vehicle decorative member of the present invention is applied to a vehicle body, showing a vehicle window glass assembly for a rear quarter window. The vehicle window glass assembly includes a glass body 20 and an envelope 30 surrounding the glass body 20. The vehicle decorative member 10 is attached to the envelope 30 along at least one peripheral edge of the glass body 20. The envelope, also referred to as a "sealing material," should be understood to refer to the material injected into a mold in a molten state during the injection molding process of the vehicle window glass assembly. Generally, the envelope is a thermoplastic polymer and has a sealing function. The thermoplastic polymer may be, for example, rubber, composite material, or other material that can be used for sealing, including, but not limited to, ethylene propylene diene monomer, thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV), fluororubber, silicone rubber, styrene butadiene rubber, nitrile rubber, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polypropylene (PP), urethane rubber, acrylate rubber, styrene-based thermoplastic elastomer (SEBS+PP), polysulfide rubber, and polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). Furthermore, although a rear quarter window is shown and described as an example, the window may include, but is not limited to, a front windshield, a rear windshield, a front door glass window, a rear door glass window, a sunroof, etc.

[0042] Depending on actual needs, the vehicle decorative member 10 may be integrally molded with the enclosure 30 by injection molding, or may be embedded in the enclosure 30. Particularly, referring to FIGS. 3 and 4, FIG. 3 shows a schematic diagram of a vehicle window glass assembly molded by an integral injection molding method. The vehicle decorative member 10 is integrally molded with the glass 20 and the enclosure 30 during the injection molding process of the vehicle window glass assembly. FIG. 4 shows a schematic diagram of a vehicle window glass assembly made by an embedded method. The vehicle window glass 20 is first injection molded with the enclosure 30, and then the vehicle decorative member 10 is attached to a notch 31 provided in the enclosure 30. The vehicle decorative member 10 has a distal end 13 that can be embedded in a gap 32 of the enclosure 30. Once embedded in place, the distal end 13 can be bent to fit closely with the enclosure 30, thereby completing the assembly of the vehicle window glass assembly. The unbent distal end 13 is shown in dashed lines in FIG.

[0043] In terms of production process and efficiency, it is preferable to integrate the vehicle decorative member into the vehicle window glass assembly in an integral molding manner, which helps to avoid assembly defects of the vehicle decorative member, and the problem that cracks or bulges occur on the decorative member after the vehicle window glass assembly is installed in the vehicle, which affects the appearance and use.

[0044] In an embodiment in which the vehicle glazing assembly includes an integrally injection-molded vehicle decorative member, the decorative film of the vehicle decorative member according to the present invention is softer than the decorative body, and the injection molding material injected into the cavity of the mold to form the envelope has a high temperature, usually higher than 180° C., while the melting point of the decorative film is low. Therefore, in order to suppress the high temperature environment that affects the decorative film during injection molding (e.g., making the decorative film prone to scratching and melting), it is advantageous for the molding apparatus according to the present invention to provide a cooling member on the inner wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is bonded.

[0045] In some embodiments, the cooling element may be made from a metal or alloy with high thermal conductivity, including, but not limited to, beryllium copper. Beryllium copper has a thermal conductivity of 10 W / m·K (20°C) or greater, making it particularly suitable for use as an insert inside an injection mold. In some embodiments, the cooling element may be attached to the interior wall of the cavity by, but not limited to, mechanical or adhesive bonding. In some embodiments, the region of the cavity in contact with the vehicle decorative element may be made from a material with excellent thermal conductivity to form the cooling element. For example, as shown in FIG. 5 , within mold cavity 40, inner wall 41 in contact with the glass or enclosure may be made from a conventional material, while region 42 in contact with vehicle decorative element 10 may be made from a material such as beryllium copper to form a separate contact cavity, thereby facilitating heat dissipation in this region.

[0046] Preferably, the molding apparatus further includes a cooling device adapted to the mold cavity. In some embodiments, the cooling device is a water cooling device. It should be understood that any other viable cooling device may be employed depending on the surrounding environment, space, cost, etc.

[0047] The manufacturing process for applying a vehicle decorative member to a vehicle glazing assembly is outlined below. The manufacturing method includes the following steps: Step a. placing the vehicle decorative member in the cavity of the mold and allowing the decorative surface to adhere to the inner wall of the cavity, where the inner wall of the cavity can have the above-mentioned contact cavity made of, for example, beryllium copper; Step b. placing the cut and shaped glass body into the cavity and fixing the glass body in place; Step c. Injecting a thermoplastic polymer into the cavity to create an enclosure and allowing the vehicle decorative member to be integrally molded with the enclosure at at least one peripheral edge of the glass body.

[0048] Also, step c) further includes a step of cooling the cavity, whereby the cavity temperature is controlled to 10°C to 26°C (e.g., less than 25°C) to prevent the decorative film from melting and its tendency to scratch at higher temperatures. This temperature control can be performed by a cooling device adapted to the mold cavity, such as the water cooling device mentioned above. It should be understood that the method for manufacturing a vehicle window glass assembly further includes a step of monitoring the injection molding process, in particular, a step of monitoring the cavity temperature. In addition, it is necessary to monitor and adjust the degree of mold clamping to allow the vehicle decorative member to fully contact the cavity, thereby preventing the hot injection molding material from leaking and adversely affecting the appearance of the vehicle decorative member.

[0049] The vehicle decorative member according to the present invention has stable performance and can meet different user requirements for appearance. When the vehicle decorative member is applied to a vehicle window glass assembly, it can prevent poor appearance caused by collisions or scratches during the molding process and daily use. The molding device and manufacturing method for a vehicle window glass assembly according to the present invention are easy to implement, cost-effective, and have a wide range of applications.

[0050] It should be understood that the embodiments shown in Figures 1 to 5 only show optional shapes, sizes, and arrangements of various optional configurations of the vehicle decorative member, vehicle window glass assembly, and molding device according to the present invention, and are merely exemplary and not limiting. Other shapes, sizes, and arrangements can be adopted without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. In the various embodiments described above, the glass body can be selected from ordinary glass, tempered glass, ultra-thin glass, flat glass, curved glass, etc. It can be understood that the shape, size, etc. of the glass can be changed according to different requirements for different applications and appearances.

[0051] The technical contents and technical features of the present invention have been disclosed above. However, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements to the concepts disclosed above, and it should be understood that all modifications and improvements fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. The above description of the embodiments is illustrative and not limiting, and the scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the claims. Examples of embodiments of the present invention are listed in the following items [Aspect 1] to [Aspect 23]. [Aspect 1] A vehicle decorative member for placement on a pillar sheet metal and / or window frame of a vehicle, the vehicle decorative member comprising a decorative body and a decorative film attached to a surface of the decorative body, the material of the decorative body being metal, and the material of the decorative film being flexible, forming a decorative surface. [Aspect 2] 2. The vehicle decorative member of claim 1, wherein the decorative body is made of stainless steel. [Aspect 3] 2. The vehicle decorative member of claim 1, wherein the decorative film is made from a polymer. [Aspect 4] 4. The vehicle decorative member of claim 3, wherein the decorative film is made from polyvinylidene fluoride. [Aspect 5] 2. The vehicle decorative member of claim 1, wherein the decorative film has a matte surface, a high-gloss surface, or a dermatoglyph surface. [Aspect 6] 2. The vehicle decorative member of claim 1, wherein the decorative film has a black appearance. [Aspect 7] 2. The vehicle decorative member according to claim 1, wherein the decorative film is laminated, coated, or bonded to the surface of the decorative body. [Aspect 8] 2. The vehicle decorative member according to embodiment 1, wherein the decorative film has a thickness of 0.01 to 0.2 mm. [Aspect 9] A vehicle glazing assembly comprising a glass body and an enclosure surrounding the glass body, and further comprising the vehicle decorative member of any one of claims 1-8, wherein the vehicle decorative member is attached to the enclosure at at least one peripheral edge of the glass body. [Aspect 10] Aspect 10. The vehicle glazing assembly of aspect 9, wherein the vehicle decorative member is integrally formed with or embedded in the enclosure. [Aspect 11] 10. The vehicle glazing assembly of claim 9, wherein the enclosure is made from a thermoplastic polymer. [Aspect 12] A vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 11, wherein the thermoplastic polymer is selected from thermoplastic vulcanizates, polyvinyl chloride, and polypropylene. [Aspect 13] 10. The vehicle glazing assembly of claim 9, wherein the vehicle window comprises a front windshield, a rear windshield, a front door glass window, a rear door glass window, a sunroof, or a quarter window. [Aspect 14] 10. A method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly, wherein the vehicle glazing assembly includes a glass body and an envelope surrounding the glass body, and further includes the vehicle decorative member of any one of aspects 1-8, comprising the steps of: a. placing the vehicle decorative member into a mold cavity and allowing a surface of the vehicle decorative member to adhere to an interior wall of the cavity; b. placing the cut and shaped glass body into a cavity and fixing the glass body in place; c. injecting a thermoplastic polymer into said cavity to create said enclosure and allowing said vehicle decorative member to be integrally molded with said enclosure at at least one peripheral edge of said glass body; [Aspect 15] A method for manufacturing a vehicle window glass assembly according to aspect 14, further comprising the step of cooling the cavity in step c, thereby controlling the temperature of the cavity to between 10°C and 26°C. [Aspect 16] A method of manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to aspect 15, wherein the cooling step is performed by a cooling device adapted to fit the mold cavity. [Aspect 17] 17. The method of claim 16, further comprising providing a cooling member on an inner wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is adhered. [Aspect 18] A molding apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle window glass assembly, the vehicle window glass assembly including a glass body and an envelope surrounding the glass body, the vehicle window glass assembly further including the vehicle decorative member according to any one of aspects 1 to 8, and the molding apparatus including a mold having a cavity, the mold including a cooling member on an inner wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is bonded. [Aspect 19] A molding apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle window glass assembly as described in embodiment 18, wherein the cooling member is attached inside the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is adhered, or inside the cavity, the contact cavity is made of a material having a high thermal conductivity. [Aspect 20] 20. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 18, wherein the cooling member is made from a metal or alloy. [Aspect 21] 21. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 20, wherein the cooling member is made from beryllium copper. [Aspect 22] 20. A molding apparatus for producing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 18, further comprising a cooling device adapted to fit into the cavity of the mold. [Aspect 23] 23. A forming apparatus for producing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 22, wherein the cooling device is a water cooling device.

Claims

1. 1. A method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly, wherein the vehicle glazing assembly includes a glass body and an envelope surrounding the glass body, and further includes a vehicle decorative member, the vehicle decorative member including a decorative body and a decorative film attached to a surface of the decorative body, the material of the decorative body being metal and the material of the decorative film being flexible, forming a decorative surface, the method comprising: placing the vehicle decorative member into a mold cavity and allowing a surface of the vehicle decorative member to adhere to an interior wall of the cavity; b. placing the cut and shaped glass body into the cavity and fixing the glass body in place; c. injecting a thermoplastic polymer into said cavity to create said enclosure and allowing said vehicle decorative member to be integrally molded with said enclosure at at least one peripheral edge of said glass body; Here, the method further includes a step of cooling the cavity in step c, and the cooling step is carried out by providing a cooling member on the inner wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is adhered, wherein the cooling member is attached to the inner wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is adhered, or a separate contact cavity on the inner wall of the cavity is made of a material having high thermal conductivity to form the cooling member.

2. 2. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 1, wherein in step c) the step of cooling the cavity controls the temperature of the cavity to between 10°C and 26°C, and / or the inner wall of the cavity in contact with the glass body or the enclosure is made of a material different from the material with high thermal conductivity.

3. 3. A method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as defined in claim 2, wherein said cooling step is further performed by a cooling device fitted to said cavity of said mold.

4. 4. A method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the vehicle decorative member of the vehicle glazing assembly is disposed on a pillar sheet metal and / or a window frame of a vehicle, and the vehicle decorative member is attached to the enclosure at at least one peripheral edge of the glass body.

5. 5. A method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as set forth in claim 4, wherein said vehicle decorative member is integrally formed with or embedded in said enclosure.

6. 5. A method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as set forth in claim 4, wherein said envelope is made from a thermoplastic polymer.

7. 7. A method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 6, wherein said thermoplastic polymer is selected from thermoplastic vulcanizates, polyvinyl chloride and polypropylene.

8. 5. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly of claim 4, wherein the vehicle glazing assembly comprises a front windshield, a rear windshield, a front door glass pane, a rear door glass pane, a sunroof, or a quarter window.

9. 5. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 4, wherein said decorative body of said vehicle decorative member is made from stainless steel.

10. 5. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 4, wherein said decorative film of said vehicle decorative member is made from a polymer.

11. 11. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 10, wherein said decorative film of said vehicle decorative member is made from polyvinylidene fluoride.

12. 5. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 4, wherein the decorative film of the vehicle decorative member has a matte surface, a high gloss surface, or a dermatoglyph surface.

13. 5. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 4, wherein said decorative film of said vehicle decorative member has a black appearance.

14. 5. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 4, wherein the decorative film of the vehicle decorative member is laminated, coated, or bonded to a surface of the decorative body.

15. 5. The method for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 4, wherein the thickness of the decorative film of the vehicle decorative member is 0.01 to 0.2 mm.

16. 1. A molding apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle window glass assembly, the vehicle window glass assembly including a glass body and an envelope surrounding the glass body, the vehicle window glass assembly further including a vehicle decorative member, the vehicle decorative member including a decorative body and a decorative film attached to a surface of the decorative body, the material of the decorative body being metal and the material of the decorative film being flexible and forming a decorative surface, and the molding apparatus includes a mold having a cavity, a cooling member is provided on an inner wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is adhered, the cooling member is attached to the inner wall of the cavity to which the vehicle decorative member is adhered, or a separate contact cavity in the inner wall of the cavity is made of a material having a high thermal conductivity.

17. A molding apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle window glass assembly as described in claim 16, wherein the inner wall of the cavity in contact with the glass body or the surrounding object is made of a material different from the material having high thermal conductivity.

18. 17. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as claimed in claim 16, wherein said cooling member is made from a metal or alloy.

19. 20. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as defined in claim 18, wherein said cooling member is made from beryllium copper.

20. 17. A molding apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as defined in claim 16, further comprising a cooling device adapted for said cavity of said mold.

21. 21. A forming apparatus for manufacturing vehicle glazing assemblies as claimed in claim 20, wherein said cooling device is a water cooling device.

22. 22. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to any one of claims 16 to 21, wherein the vehicle decorative member of the vehicle glazing assembly is disposed on a pillar sheet metal and / or a window frame of a vehicle, the vehicle decorative member being attached to the enclosure at at least one peripheral edge of the glass body.

23. 23. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as defined in claim 22, wherein said vehicle decorative member is integrally formed with or embedded in said enclosure.

24. 23. A molding apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as defined in claim 22, wherein said enclosure is made from a thermoplastic polymer.

25. 25. A molding apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 24, wherein the thermoplastic polymer is selected from thermoplastic vulcanizates, polyvinyl chloride and polypropylene.

26. 23. The forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly of claim 22, wherein the vehicle glazing assembly comprises a front windshield, a rear windshield, a front door glass window, a rear door glass window, a sunroof, or a quarter window.

27. 23. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as defined in claim 22, wherein said decorative body of said vehicle decorative member is made from stainless steel.

28. 23. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as defined in claim 22, wherein said decorative film of said vehicle decorative member is made from a polymer.

29. 30. The forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly of claim 28, wherein said decorative film of said vehicle decorative member is made from polyvinylidene fluoride.

30. 23. The forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly of claim 22, wherein the decorative film of the vehicle decorative member has a matte surface, a high gloss surface, or a dermatoglyphic surface.

31. 23. The forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly of claim 22, wherein the decorative film of the vehicle decorative member has a black appearance.

32. 23. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly as claimed in claim 22, wherein the decorative film of the vehicle decorative member is laminated, coated or bonded to a surface of the decorative body.

33. 23. A forming apparatus for manufacturing a vehicle glazing assembly according to claim 22, wherein the thickness of the decorative film of the vehicle decorative member is 0.01 to 0.2 mm.

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