DE102005059275B4 - Facing device for vehicle roof systems with openable lid - Google Patents

Abstract

Facing device for an openable cover (20) of a vehicle roof,
with at least one sealing element (30) attached to the vehicle roof, which is designed to seal the cover (20) in the closed state with respect to the vehicle roof,
with at least two side elements (40) cooperating with the cover (20), which are arranged in the region of the cover (20) in each case under its sides in the longitudinal direction (x) and which a gap between the cover (20) and the vehicle roof in the open state cover the lid (20),
wherein the side elements (40) and the at least one sealing element (30) are arranged one above the other in a direction (z) running perpendicular to their longitudinal direction (x).

Description

The The present invention relates to a veneering device for an openable lid a vehicle roof and a corresponding vehicle roof.

such Roof systems are used for example in motor vehicles, wherein such a roof system an opening in the roof area of the vehicle with an openable lid, for example a glass lid, and an associated gasket tightly closes. The cover can be adjusted manually or by motor, whereby he in a closed position, in one or more ventilation positions, in one or more positions with different opening widths and in a complete opened Position can be brought. For the purpose of this adjustment properties is a corresponding adjustment provided in the area of the vehicle roof around the opening is attached around.

The German patent DE 37 41 902 C2 describes a lifting roof or lifting sunroof for vehicles with a paneling device for an openable roof of a vehicle roof, with at least one sealing element which is designed to seal the cover in the closed state with respect to the vehicle roof, with at least two side elements interacting with the cover, which in the region of Lid each under the sides are arranged in the longitudinal direction and which cover a gap between the lid and the vehicle roof in the open state of the lid, wherein the side members and the at least one sealing element are arranged in a direction perpendicular to its longitudinal direction extending over each other. On the cover strip-shaped, the side gap in the flared position of the lid covering the covers and at least along the longitudinal sides of the lid are arranged in the edge region a seal. The seal has a hollow chamber, with its sealing function to the stroke z of the lid.

Frequently, in such roof systems inside an additional veneer attached, which on the one hand provides protection against injury by engaging in the lying behind the veneer mechanical parts of the adjustment and on the other hand, an acoustic seal. Furthermore, it can also form an optical transition. An example with a so-called acoustic seal and a veneer of the adjustment device for a movable cover for closing a roof opening in a vehicle describes the German patent DE 102 55 283 B3 ,

These Delusion can over covers integrated on the cover, plugged or molded covers, Bellows and the like can be realized. In vehicle roof systems, in which only a limited installation space in the y-direction, that is in the Width of the vehicle, is present, the use is designed a bellows as relatively critical, especially if one more often available additional inner seal is present.

The German patent DE 34 42 616 C2 describes a sliding roof with a strip-shaped aperture, which partially has a flexible portion and is attached to the underside of the lid of the sliding roof.

The German patent DE 43 21 915 C1 describes a side panel for lifting roofs, which is strip-shaped and attached to the underside of the lid. The side panel is made of a compressible foam material.

all These systems inherently have the disadvantage that the required installation space in the y-direction is very large and on the other hand a considerable variety of parts is required.

In front In this background, the present invention has the object on to improve a facing device for roof systems. Especially intended to overcome the above-mentioned disadvantages and preferably a better economy compared to known veneering systems be achieved.

These The object is achieved by a Veneering device with the features of claim 1 and / or solved by a lifting sliding roof with the features of claim 12.

• – Eine Verblendungsvorrichtung für einen öffnungsfähigen Deckel eines Fahrzeugdachs mit mindestens einem am Fahrzeugdach angebrachten Dichtelement, das dazu ausgelegt ist, den Deckel im geschlossenen Zustand gegenüber dem Fahrzeugdach abzudichten, mit mindestens zwei mit dem Deckel zusammenwirkenden Seitenelementen, welche im Bereich des Deckels je weils unter dessen Seiten in Längsrichtung angeordnet sind und welche einen Spalt zwischen dem Deckel und dem Fahrzeugdach im geöffneten Zustand des Deckels abdecken, wobei die Seitenelemente und das mindestens eine Dichtelement in einer senkrecht zu ihrer Längsrichtung verlaufenden Richtung übereinander verbunden angeordnet sind. (Patentanspruch 1)

Accordingly, it is provided:

• - A facing device for an openable lid of a vehicle roof with at least one attached to the vehicle roof sealing element which is adapted to seal the lid in the closed state relative to the vehicle roof, with at least two cooperating with the lid side elements, which in the region of the lid depending Weil under Sides are arranged in the longitudinal direction and which cover a gap between the lid and the vehicle roof in the open state of the lid, wherein the side members and the at least one sealing element are arranged in a direction perpendicular to its longitudinal direction extending over each other. (Claim 1)

The basis of the present invention ing idea is that a circumferentially mounted seal is provided for the veneer. This results in a particularly advantageous simple assembly of the veneering device with a peripheral finish, which at the same time has a conventional sealing effect, a veneer and also an acoustic sealing effect. In addition, this now also gives a visually appealing, at least not unsightly impression.

at a veneering device according to the invention is in the region of the lid, the sealing element with the side member provided with the side member in different ways with is connected to the sealing element. Preferably, here is additional Space required. Furthermore deleted the Installation effort for Side elements of the veneer, as these together with the sealing element to be built in. Another advantage is that by doing so fewer parts are needed so that the variety of parts is reduced by what, in particular for assembly reasons is particularly advantageous.

advantageous Embodiments, developments and improvements of the invention are the subject of the further subclaims and the description with reference to the drawing.

In a preferred embodiment are at least one sealing element and the side elements formed compressible. This results when adjusting the lid from its closed position, in the the sealing element and the side member are both compressed and form in this way a seal that the elasticity of the sealing element and the side elements again press them apart so that the side element with its top always in contact with the Bottom of the lid remains and thus a gap between the Closes lid and the sealing element in a simple manner.

In an execution it is provided that the at least one sealing element is a first Hollow chamber and the side elements each have a second hollow chamber exhibit. Thus, you can For example, both elements can be made from one piece, without that an additional Connection between the side elements and the sealing element required is. Thus, extrudate production is endless and as well a piece goods realizable. For the extruded goods, the areas between For example, cut out the lid areas. Of course it is also another production possible without cutting operations.

It would be too conceivable that the sealing element and the side parts are executed in multi-component construction, some areas being harder or harder are softer designed.

In an alternative or additional execution The side elements each have a second hollow chamber. there For example, the sealing element may be made of another compressible Material exist. Thus, there are advantageously large potential applications.

In a preferred embodiment, the second hollow chamber of Side elements on a closed cross section.

In an alternative embodiment, it is provided that the second Hollow chamber of the side elements has a closed cross section, when the lid is closed and has an open cross section, when the lid is open is. In this case, a side element is preferably formed as a lip. This results in an advantageous extension of the application on lids with larger lifting distances.

A Movement of the lid is not obstructed or restricted in any way the cover movement for raising by the elastic tracking of Side elements and the sealing element is not hindered. The with the lid in contact surfaces of the side and sealing elements preferably have a coating, for example a flocking or the like. In the area of the lid is this coating the side elements in the contact portions with the lid formed a lubricating varnish. This will cause a movement of the lid not obstructed when moving to release the roof opening.

In an alternative embodiment the vehicle roof is designed as a roof module, which montentechnisch is very beneficial.

The Invention will be described below with reference to exemplary embodiments with reference explained in more detail on the accompanying figures of the drawing. Hereby shows:

1 a schematic side view of a roof system in a first position;

2 a schematic side view of a portion of the roof system according to 1 in a second position with an embodiment of a device according to the invention;

3 a partial sectional view along the section lines II after 1 a first embodiment in a first position;

4 a partial sectional view along the Cutting lines II-II after 2 the first embodiment in a second position;

5 a partial sectional view along the section lines II after 1 a second embodiment in a first position; and

6 a partial sectional view along the section lines II-II after 2 of the second embodiment in a second position.

Same Reference numerals are the same or functionally identical in the figures of the drawing Assigned components unless otherwise specified.

One Coordinate system x, y, z each serve to orient the directions on the vehicle, which for reasons of clarity not is shown, where x in the vehicle longitudinal axis, y in the vehicle width and z is perpendicular to the plane in the vehicle height.

In 1 is a schematic side view of a roof system in a first position, which is a vehicle roof 10 represents a vehicle not further described. The vehicle roof 10 is in the vehicle longitudinal direction x with a roof opening 11 , which is indicated by dashed lines, provided for a roof system. Around the roof opening 11 around is a sealing element all around 30 arranged, which is shown here only partially from the side. The sealing element 30 is for example an acoustic seal. The roof opening is with an adjustable lid 20 closed, next to the example in this example, a first roof element 12 and a second roof element 13 is arranged, which are fixed and can be, for example Glasfensterlelemente. The sealing element 30 forms with the lid closed 20 a circumferential optical termination and normally closes one between the lid 20 and frame members (not shown). Thus, the underlying mechanical components are not visible, and there is a protection against interference formed in this.

An embodiment of the veneering device according to the invention is shown in FIG 2 in a side view of the section with the lid 20 out 1 shown schematically. Here is the lid 20 which may be a glass lid, for example, moved in one of several ventilation positions. Between the sealing element 30 and the underside of the lid 20 There is a gap whose size depends on the stroke of the lid 20 is dependent. This compared to 1 enlarged gap is now from a side element 40 locked.

The page element 40 is shown here only on one side, but it is on both sides of the lid 20 present, as is easy to imagine.

The page element 40 is on the sealing element 30 arranged as in 3 and 4 is shown schematically in a first embodiment. In the 3 and 4 on the left is the interior of the vehicle. First, it will open 4 Referenced, which along the section lines II-II after 2 a partial section with the sealing element 30 and the page element 40 shows.

The sealing element 30 is with a fastener 32 on a mounting section 51 a frame rail 50 applied. The sealing element 30 has a first hollow chamber 31 on, whose cross-section is closed. In z-direction is on the sealing element 30 the page element 40 applied, which is a second hollow chamber 41 has. The sealing element 30 and the page element 40 are made in this example of a same material, for example an elastomer. A connection of the top of the sealing element 30 with the page element 40 can be done in different ways, for example by gluing. It is also possible that the page element 40 with the sealing element 30 is made in one piece, the connection being made already during the production. Both parts 30 . 40 can be made as piece goods or endless goods. In the case of endless ware, it is out of the range of the lid support (see 2 ) removes the unnecessary side element sections by cutting.

The elastic material and the hollow chambers 31 . 41 equip the sealing element 30 and the page element 40 with such elasticity, which it in all open positions of the lid 20 allow the top of the page element 40 constantly in contact with the underside, here with a Dec kelträger 21 , the lid 20 stands, so the gap between the lid 20 and sealing element 30 to close.

In the closed position of the lid 20 , with a partial section along the cutting lines II 1 is shown schematically, is the sealing element 31 and the page element 40 compressed, in which case the sealing element 30 has a softer structure. By designing the cross sections of the hollow chambers 31 . 41 , the wall thickness of sealing element 30 and page element 40 , as well as suitable material selection is the expansion and elasticity of the elements 30 . 40 Adaptable in z-direction.

The attachment of the sealing element 30 with the fastener 32 can, as in 3 and 4 shown with one on the sealing element 30 attached profile done. This profile can also be molded or glued. Thus, a particularly simple and fast assembly of the density lementes 30 and the page element 40 allows, here a facing device of the gap between the lid 20 and frame.

In the 5 and 6 is also located on the left of the interior of the vehicle.

5 shows a partial sectional view along the section lines II after 1 a second embodiment in the closed position of the lid 20 , In this embodiment, the second hollow chamber 41 of the page element 40 not closed in cross section. The lower end 43 the wall of the side element 40 is with the sealing element 30 connected. The page element 40 is in this closed position of the lid 20 with its upper end 42 in contact with the lid carrier 42 and bent downwards and partly deformed. In this position, the second hollow chamber 41 of the page element 40 from the wall of the side element 40 and from the lid carrier 21 closed in cross section. The lid 20 pushes with its lid carrier 21 on the top of the sealing element 30 and thus closes the gap in the closed position of the lid 20 ,

6 shows a partial sectional view along the section lines II-II after 2 of the second embodiment in a second position with the lid open 20 , The elasticity of the side element 40 allows it to be the top end 42 in all positions of the lid 20 with its lid carrier 21 or the underside of the lid 20 remains in contact and thus the gap between the lid 20 and sealing element 30 closes. The second hollow chamber 41 is now open to the outside. The so extensive side element 40 , here in this example in cross section in the form of a lip, and the sealing element 30 form the facing device for the gap. This design is in a special way for long strokes of the lid 20 suitable.

The sealing element 30 can with the page element 40 together as mentioned above in endless product but also in piece goods are manufactured. For piece goods, the sealing elements 30 without applied side element 40 with the sealing elements 30 with applied side element 40 connected via suitable fittings or mold corners. Even with a repair, such a design is advantageous, with which, for example, an endless product in the region of the lid 20 can be replaced by piece goods.

By the invention facing device with the sealing element 30 and the page element 40 Advantageously, space is saved in the y-direction. A simple and quick installation is guaranteed. When the lid is closed, a continuous optical view is available. Advantageously, no additional component is needed.

Even though the present invention with reference to preferred embodiments As described above, it is not limited thereto on diverse Modifiable way.

So are the mechanically stressed surfaces of sealing element 30 and page element 40 coated in the relevant sections with suitable flocking and / or lubricating varnish. The lubricating varnish is particularly in the contact portions between the top of the side member 40 or upper end 42 and lid base advantageous. Thus, a longitudinal movement of the lid 20 in the x direction by the veneering device in no way limited.

It is also conceivable that other forms of the lips of the side element 40 can be formed for different strokes of the lid. There are also several lips on top of each other conceivable.

By a multi-component manufacturing technology, the sealing elements 30 and the page elements 40 in certain sections have different material and / or different material hardnesses, thus, for example, to prepare certain forms of movement such as kinks in the lip.

It is also possible that the page element 40 may have internal reinforcing elements, whereby its clamping force can be increased.

Furthermore, the sealing element 30 without a large hollow chamber 31 but be provided with many small chamber, or consist of a compressible material on which the side member 40 is applied in a suitable manner.

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vehicle roof

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roof opening

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first roof element

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second roof element

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cover

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cover carrier

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sealing element

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First hollow

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fastener

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page element

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Second hollow

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upper The End

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lower The End

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frame rail

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attachment section

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Claims (12)

Facing device for an openable lid ( 20 ) of a vehicle roof, with at least one attached to the vehicle roof sealing element ( 30 ), which is designed to cover ( 20 ) in the closed state relative to the vehicle roof, with at least two with the lid ( 20 ) interacting page elements ( 40 ), which in the area of the lid ( 20 ) are arranged respectively under its sides in the longitudinal direction (x) and which a gap between the lid ( 20 ) and the vehicle roof in the open state of the lid ( 20 ), whereby the side elements ( 40 ) and the at least one sealing element ( 30 ) are arranged in a direction perpendicular to its longitudinal direction (x) extending direction (z) one above the other. Veneering device according to claim 1, characterized in that the at least one sealing element ( 30 ) and the page elements ( 40 ) are formed compressible. Veneering device according to claim 2, characterized in that the at least one sealing element ( 30 ) a first hollow chamber ( 31 ). Veneering device according to at least one of claims 2 or 3, characterized in that the side elements ( 40 ) each have a second hollow chamber ( 41 ) exhibit. Veneering device according to at least one of claims 3 or 4, characterized in that the second hollow chamber ( 41 ) of the page elements ( 40 ) has a closed cross-section. Veneering device according to at least one of claims 3 or 4, characterized in that the second hollow chamber ( 41 ) of the page elements ( 40 ) has a closed cross section when the lid ( 20 ) is closed, and has an open cross section when the lid ( 20 ) is open. Veneering device according to claim 6, characterized in that the side elements ( 40 ) are formed as a lip. Veneering device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the at least one sealing element ( 30 ) and the page elements ( 40 ) are integrally formed. Veneering device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that mechanically stressed portions of the at least one sealing element ( 30 ) and the page elements ( 40 ) have a coating. Veneering device according to claim 9, characterized in that the coating of the side elements ( 30 ) in the contact sections with the lid ( 20 ) consists of a lubricating varnish. Veneering device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a side element ( 40 ) in the case of an open condition of the lid ( 20 ) a veneering function and in the case of a closed condition of the lid ( 20 ) simultaneously has a sealing function. Veneering device according to at least one of previous claims, characterized in that the vehicle roof is designed as a roof module is.