Integral Vehicle Emblem Structure with Refractive Transparent Layer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional vehicle emblems are prone to removal and damage from washing or aging, and fail to effectively convey a metallic appearance, leading to a lack of emphasis on their value and quality.
Innovation Solution
An emblem structure comprising a base layer, an image layer with a metal film and fine protrusions, and a transparent layer that refracts and scatters light to enhance visual recognition, minimizing protrusion and creating a distorted, embossed-like effect, while being securely attached to the vehicle.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a conventional emblem is attached using double-sided tape, then the emblem can be easily installed, but the emblem is removed from the part or easily damaged due to washing or aging
Solution Approach 1:
The emblem structure merges the emblem with the bumper cover into a single integral component. The emblem is formed as a protrusion on the front surface of the bumper cover during the molding process, eliminating the need for separate attachment. This integration ensures the emblem cannot be easily removed or damaged separately, resolving the contradiction between ease of installation and attachment durability.
Solution Approach 2:
The emblem is pre-formed as an integral part of the bumper cover during the molding process. The protrusion structure is created beforehand as part of the base layer, eliminating the need for subsequent attachment steps. This preliminary formation ensures both easy installation (as part of the molding process) and long-term durability (as an integrated structure).
2Illumination intensity
If a metal film is plated on the emblem to create metallic feeling, then the emblem reflects light like a mirror, but the image is fixed in form and cannot emphasize productivity or express value sufficiently
Solution Approach 1:
The emblem structure applies different properties to different regions: the image layer contains the logo pattern with specific reflectivity, while the circumferential surface has fine protrusions that create additional light scattering. The transparent layer with refractive index differences enhances local light interaction. This local differentiation allows the emblem to express value through varied optical effects rather than uniform metallic reflection.
Solution Approach 2:
The emblem utilizes optical effects to create dynamic visual appearance. The transparent layer with different refractive index causes light refraction and scattering, creating a distorted visual effect that changes with viewing angle. The fine protrusions on the circumferential surface create additional light scattering effects. These optical variations enhance the perceived value and productivity expression beyond static metallic reflection.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The structure improves the visual recognition and durability of the emblem, providing a more vivid and embossed appearance while minimizing protrusion and ensuring secure attachment, thus enhancing the product's quality and perceived value.
Implementation Method 1
a transparent layer deposited on the base layer to cover the image layer, and configured such that light is transmitted and refracted
Implementation Method 2
configured such that light is transmitted and refracted and that the light reflected by the base layer and the image layer is lost
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AI summary
The present disclosure discloses an emblem structure in which an emblem is coupled to a part in an integral form, thereby minimizing the amount of protrusion and an image is implemented in a distorted form, and advancing the quality of a product. The emblem structure includes a base layer, an image layer disposed on an outer surface of the base layer or to be spaced apart from the outer surface, and a transparent layer deposited on the base layer to cover the image layer. The transparent layer is configured such that light is transmitted and refracted and that the light reflected by the base layer and the image layer is lost, thereby improving visual recognition of the image layer.