Abstract: An illuminated emblem assembly includes a multi-component outer lens having an exterior surface and an interior surface further comprising an externally visible area to be illuminated, an inner lens having an exterior surface and an interior surface, a printed circuit board assembly, a heat sink, a housing for the inner and outer lenses, and at least one light source, wherein the at least one light source is offset from the externally visible area to be illuminated. A method of manufacturing the illuminated emblem assembly includes injection molding the multi-component outer lens, providing the inner lens, providing the housing for the inner and outer lenses, providing the at least one light source, and assembling the inner and outer lenses and the at least one light source within the housing to obtain the illuminated emblem assembly.

Abstract: A trim for an object and its method of manufacture involve providing a transparent or translucent substrate defining a top surface, applying an opaque layer above the top surface of the substrate, the opaque layer defining one or more apertures through which light can pass, and applying one or more translucent metallic-looking layers above a top surface of the opaque layer. In some implementations, the trim is a selectively illuminable trim whereby a light source is arranged beneath a bottom surface of the substrate, the light source being configured to output light through the substrate, the one or more apertures defined by the opaque layer, and the one or more metallic-looking layers.

Abstract: An aqueous composition for use in activating surface of polymers.

Abstract: A trim for an object and its method of manufacture involve providing a transparent or translucent substrate defining a top surface, applying an opaque layer above the top surface of the substrate, the opaque layer defining one or more apertures through which light can pass, and applying one or more translucent metallic-looking layers above a top surface of the opaque layer. In some implementations, the trim is a selectively illuminable trim whereby a light source is arranged beneath a bottom surface of the substrate, the light source being configured to output light through the substrate, the one or more apertures defined by the opaque layer, and the one or more metallic-looking layers.

Abstract: A trim for an object and its method of manufacture involve providing a transparent or translucent substrate defining a top surface, applying an opaque layer above the top surface of the substrate, the opaque layer defining one or more apertures through which light can pass, and applying one or more translucent metallic-looking layers above a top surface of the opaque layer. In some implementations, the trim is a selectively illuminable trim whereby a light source is arranged beneath a bottom surface of the substrate, the light source being configured to output light through the substrate, the one or more apertures defined by the opaque layer, and the one or more metallic-looking layers.

Abstract: An illuminated emblem assembly includes a multi-component outer lens having an exterior surface and an interior surface further comprising an externally visible area to be illuminated, an inner lens having an exterior surface and an interior surface, a printed circuit board assembly, a heat sink, a housing for the inner and outer lenses, and at least one light source, wherein the at least one light source is offset from the externally visible area to be illuminated. A method of manufacturing the illuminated emblem assembly includes injection molding the multi-component outer lens, providing the inner lens, providing the housing for the inner and outer lenses, providing the at least one light source, and assembling the inner and outer lenses and the at least one light source within the housing to obtain the illuminated emblem assembly.

Abstract: A method of for multi-shot injection molding of a transferred part with film decoration includes performing a first injection molding shot to form an opaque plastic portion and a protective film layer that collectively form a transferred part defining one or more apertures, and performing a second injection molding shot including the transferred part to form a transparent plastic portion on an A-side of the transferred part and a metallic film layer on a B-side of the transferred part. A multi-shot injection molded transferred part with film decoration includes an opaque plastic portion and a protective film layer that collectively form the transferred part defining one or more apertures, a transparent plastic portion on an A-side of the transferred part; and a metallic film layer on a B-side of the transferred part.

Abstract: A method of multi-shot injection molding of a decorative part for a front-end of a vehicle includes performing a first injection molding shot of a transparent plastic material to form an A-side portion of the decorative part and performing a second injection molding shot of an opaque elastomeric material for form a B-side portion of the decorative part. A multi-shot injection molded decorative part for a front-end of a vehicle includes an A-side portion formed by performing a first injection molding shot of a transparent plastic material and a B-side portion formed by performing a second injection molding shot of an opaque elastomeric material.

Abstract: A selectively chrome plated object having a substantially flush interface comprises a first portion formed by injection molding a plateable resin and defining a first top surface, a second portion formed by injection molding a non-plateable resin and defining a second top surface, the second portion sitting proud of the first portion such that the second top surface of the second portion is offset from the first top surface of the first portion, and a third portion formed by a chrome plating process where a chrome plating is applied to the first top surface of the first portion such that a third top surface of the third portion is substantially flush with the second top surface of the second portion.

Abstract: An illuminated emblem assembly with improved homogeneity includes an emblem body comprising emblem edges, a housing comprising a chamber, a light source positioned at a second end of the chamber, and a light guide positioned over a housing aperture, the light guide having a proximal side facing the emblem body and a distal side facing the light source. Light enters the light guide through a housing-side entry surface disposed on the distal side. A first exit surface is defined by a first proximal edge of the proximal side and a first distal edge of the distal side. A second exit surface is defined by a second proximal edge and a second distal edge. The illuminated emblem assembly includes a reflector that directs light exiting a reflector-side transmissive surface of the light guide back through and toward the first exit surface and the second exit surface.

Abstract: A trim for an object and its method of manufacture involve providing a transparent or translucent substrate defining a top surface, applying an opaque layer above the top surface of the substrate, the opaque layer defining one or more apertures through which light can pass, and applying one or more translucent metallic-looking layers above a top surface of the opaque layer. In some implementations, the trim is a selectively illuminable trim whereby a light source is arranged beneath a bottom surface of the substrate, the light source being configured to output light through the substrate, the one or more apertures defined by the opaque layer, and the one or more metallic-looking layers.

Abstract: In-mold electronic (IME) devices and their methods of manufacture comprise providing a substrate, a conductive track disposed on or proximate to a first surface of the substrate, a light-emitting diode (LED) disposed on the first surface of the substrate, electrically connected to the conductive track, and configured to emit light, a light channel layer applied to the substrate, the light channel layer comprising a transparent or translucent portion covering or surrounding the LED, and a decorative layer applied to the light channel layer or an opposing second surface of the substrate, the decorative layer defining an opaque portion and a transparent or translucent portion through which light emitted by the LED flows.

Abstract: An aqueous composition for use in activating surface of polymers.

Abstract: A pillar assembly for a vehicle can include a substrate, a transparent layer, and a transparent flexible film layer sealed between the substrate and the transparent layer. The film layer can have disposed thereon or attached thereto an opaque material defining apertures corresponding to displayable elements, a capacitive-sensing layer, a plurality of light emitting devices disposed proximate to the apertures, and wiring connected to the plurality of light emitting devices and the capacitive-sensing layer, the wiring being configured to connect to control circuitry. A method of manufacturing a pillar assembly can utilize two separate film layers with a transparent or translucent polymer injected therebetween and a transparent material, such as polyurethane, flooded over an outer surface.