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Method of producing a steering wheel and steering wheel

  • US 20020170379A1
  • Filed: 05/10/2002
  • Published: 11/21/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/15/2001
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of producing a steering wheel that comprises a closed annular steering wheel rim and spokes, and further comprises a steering wheel skeleton as well as a sheathing therefore, said sheathing being one of a foam covering and a leather covering that surrounds said steering wheel skeleton, said method comprising the following steps:

  • a) said one-piece steering wheel skeleton is produced, it having, in order to define said steering wheel rim, a closed annular portion with a cross-section having an open hollow profile, b) a body that serves as a spacer is placed in said open hollow profile in order to almost completely fill said hollow profile, and c) said steering wheel skeleton is provided with said sheathing at least in an area of said steering wheel rim.

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