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Chrysler Motors Corporation

Cherry Corporation

Martin T Schwartz

James M Kemp

James E Mraz

Joel M Schotanus

Donald P Schwarz

Matthew E Dukatz

Mariano T Cadiz

Neville G D'Souza

Eric G Clark

Walter D Talley, Iii

A method and apparatus are provided for forming insert molded circuits. The process includes inserting a circuit network comprised of a lace curtain with a plurality of individual circuits which are connected by interconnect members into a mold and then separating the individual circuits in the mold by cutting the interconnect members while the lace curtain is in the mold. After the interconnect members have been severed, plastic is injected into the mold thereby surrounding the individual traces. A mold for performing the process is disclosed which includes a retractable punch arrangement.

Apparatus for making insert molded circuitry

Process for making insert molded circuit

A gas spring assisted latch assembly for an automotive vehicle seat structure which tilts the seat forwardly to an easy entry position without passenger assistance upon release of the latch. An extensible and retractable gas spring actuator is provided constantly biased toward its extended position. The actuator, which has its one end pivotally connected to the seat riser and its other end pivotally connected to the vehicle floor, is held in its retracted position by a latch mechanism releasably locking the seat structure in its upright mode. Release of the latch mechanism allows the actuator to apply a constant pushing force pivoting the seat to its forwardly tilted position. An improved dual actuated latch mechanism provides an alternative outboard side latch release handle for ready access from outside the vehicle in combination with an existing rear latch release handle.

Easy entry assist mechanism for vehicle pivotal seat

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Glenview, IL, United States of America

Martin T Schwartz