公开(公告)号：US20240208383A1

公开(公告)日：2024-06-27

申请号：US18243961

申请日：2023-09-08

Applicant: Lear Corporation

Inventor： Qichao WANG ,  Chandrashekar SIMHA ,  Yong YANG ,  Jiajun LI ,  Jie NI ,  Wenjuan YANG ,  Haipeng WENG

IPC: B60N2/58 ,  B60N2/56

CPC classification number: B60N2/5816 ,  B60N2/5685

Abstract: Trim covers with reinforcing assemblies for providing straight seams and smooth/symmetrical trim surfaces along one or more seams. For example, the trim covers may employ one or more wires arranged along or proximate the one or more seams such that the seams are straight and not wavy. In one or more embodiments, the trim cover may also employ one or more elastic members to provide tension to the surface such that it does not wrinkle and/or sag.

公开(公告)号：US20240067066A1

公开(公告)日：2024-02-29

申请号：US18314947

申请日：2023-05-10

Applicant: Lear Corporation

Inventor： Wenjuan YANG ,  Chandrashekar SIMHA ,  Deyun KONG ,  Yong YANG ,  Jiajun LI

IPC: B60N2/58

CPC classification number: B60N2/5883

Abstract: A trim assembly is provided with a first trim member having a first finished surface and a second surface opposite thereto, a second trim member in contact with the second surface of the first trim member and attached to the first trim member via a first join, and a third trim member in contact with the second trim member and attached to the second trim member via a second join, the second join unaligned with the first join. The third trim member extends outwardly from the second trim member to a distal end having a first retainer. An assembly with a seat member and a trim assembly, and a seat are provided. In various non-limiting examples, the trim assembly may provide the desired shape of the seat, maintain durability and appearance, prevent looseness, and allow for use of a common seat member with trim assemblies of various appearances.

公开(公告)号：US20220266767A1

公开(公告)日：2022-08-25

申请号：US17523535

申请日：2021-11-10

Applicant: Lear Corporation

Inventor： Huaying ZHANG ,  Yong YANG ,  Jiajun LI ,  Guohua CAI ,  Yao YAO

IPC: B60R13/02

Abstract: A trim assembly for a vehicle seat is provided with a first trim panel adapted to be pivotally connected to a lower region of a rear surface of a backrest that is pivotally adjustable relative to a seat cushion, to cover a gap between the backrest and the seat cushion in an upright position of the backrest. A second trim panel is connected to the first trim panel to cover the gap in a forward position of the backrest relative to the seat cushion.

公开(公告)号：US20240166105A1

公开(公告)日：2024-05-23

申请号：US18236210

申请日：2023-08-21

Applicant: Lear Corporation

Inventor： Huaying ZHANG ,  Jiajun LI ,  Yong YANG ,  Chandrashekar SIMHA

IPC: B60N2/58

CPC classification number: B60N2/5883

Abstract: The application relates to a seat assembly, a trim cover assembly, and a method of assembling. An assembly is provided with a seat member comprising a seating surface with a groove, a first trim layer, a second trim layer attached to the first trim layer, and one or more retaining members attached to the second trim layer. The second trim layer is positioned between the first trim layer and the one or more retaining members. The one or more retaining members are received within the groove, with the one or more retaining members connecting the first trim layer to the seat member. A trim cover assembly, and a method are also provided. In various non-limiting examples, the trim assembly may provide the desired shape of the seat, maintain durability and appearance, prevent looseness, and conceal the attachment of the retaining member.

公开(公告)号：US20230322136A1

公开(公告)日：2023-10-12

申请号：US18152811

申请日：2023-01-11

Applicant: Lear Corporation

Inventor： Qichao WANG ,  Yong YANG ,  Peng HE ,  Fengcheng GU ,  Chandrashekar SIMHA ,  Lizhen BAO ,  Jiajun LI

IPC: B60N2/58 ,  B60N2/90 ,  B60N2/64

CPC classification number: B60N2/5858 ,  B60N2/5883 ,  B60N2/646 ,  B60N2/976 ,  B60N2/643 ,  B60N2/5825

Abstract: A vehicle seat having a seat cover including an outer cover, a padding layer, and a backing element that are joined together with stitches or a lamination joint. A seat cover retention apparatus is operatively connected to the backing element wherein a plurality of straps secure the backing element to the vehicle seat structure. Lateral side straps are secured to the backing element and extend through openings defined by the foam bun and are secured to the frame and/or the foam bun. A center strap is secured to the backing element and extends through a center opening to be secured to a back side of the foam bun and/or frame. The backing element may be an elastic strap or a layer of non-woven fleece material with slits for the straps. The straps may be elastic material or non-woven material.