Side Window Encapsulation With Removable Light Group Mounting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing side window encapsulations with light groups around the glass face challenges in convenient operation and high maintenance costs due to complex replacement and repair processes.

Innovation Solution

A side window encapsulation design featuring a removable light group assembly with insertion and engaging parts, an encapsulation frame, and a decorative member, allowing easy installation and disassembly without requiring removal of the encapsulation frame or glass, incorporating a fastening mechanism to enhance maintenance convenience.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If the light group assembly is permanently integrated into the encapsulation frame, then the structural stability is improved, but the ease of repair deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidease of repair
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

The light group assembly is segmented from the encapsulation frame through removable mounting, allowing the light group assembly to be independently replaced while the encapsulation frame remains intact. This segmentation enables easy maintenance while preserving overall structural stability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting connection transitions from a permanent fixed state to a dynamic removable state through the engagement and disengagement of mounting components. This dynamic connection allows the system to switch between stable operation and easy maintenance modes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Manufacturing precision

If the light group assembly is permanently integrated into the encapsulation frame, then the manufacturing precision is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting precisionVSAvoidease of operation
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The light group assembly is divided into a separable component that can be independently manufactured with high precision mounting features, then assembled to the encapsulation frame through precision engagement elements while maintaining operational accessibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting components are pre-configured with engagement and disengagement features during manufacturing, allowing the light group assembly to be easily installed and removed later without requiring complex assembly or disassembly procedures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Reliability

If the light group assembly is permanently integrated into the encapsulation frame, then the reliability is improved, but the ease of repair deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting reliabilityVSAvoidease of repair
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting system employs dynamic engagement mechanisms that provide reliable connection during normal operation but allow controlled disengagement for maintenance. The engagement components ensure stable mounting while enabling easy removal when needed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The light group assembly is extracted as a separate replaceable unit from the encapsulation frame, allowing it to be removed and replaced independently. This extraction maintains reliable operation when installed but enables easy repair by allowing straightforward removal and replacement of the light group assembly.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Data Source

PatentEP4393775B1Side window encapsulation, side window encapsulation assembly, and vehicle
Publication Date: 2025.12.10 FUYAO GLASS IND GROUP CO LTD
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AI summary

The present application relates to a side window encapsulation mechanism (10), a side window encapsulation glass assembly, and an automobile, comprising: a light set assembly (11) and an encapsulation frame (12). The encapsulation frame (12) defines a mounting port (121) for mounting glass (21). The side surface of the encapsulation frame (12) facing away from the inside of the automobile is an outer side surface. A mounting recess (122) is formed on the outer side surface of the encapsulation frame (12). The light set assembly (11) is detachably mounted in the mounting recess (122). Insertion portions (123) and snap-fit portions (124) are respectively provided on two opposite side walls of the mounting recess (122). Insertion-fitting portions (111) are provided on the light set assembly (11) and at positions corresponding to the insertion portions (123). The insertion-fitting portions (111) are detachably inserted in the insertion portions (123). Snap members (112) are provided on the light set assembly (11) and at positions corresponding to the snap-fit portions (124). The snap members (112) are detachably snap-fitted in the snap-fit portions (124).