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"description": "Examples relate to vehicle trim attachment systems. A trim clip includes a pin, a grommet, and an overmold. An internal snap feature connects the pin and grommet, enabling a compact design. The overmold, made of a soft material like thermoplastic elastomer, covers portions of the assembled pin and…",
"path": "/patents/1381362",
"publishedAt": "2026-04-23T00:00:00.000Z",
"site": "at://did:plc:oql6ds5vnff4ugar6rruliwd/site.standard.publication/3mn3ohu7oxx5w",
"tags": [
"F16B21/076",
"Tesla, Inc."
],
"textContent": "Examples relate to vehicle trim attachment systems. A trim clip includes a pin, a grommet, and an overmold. An internal snap feature connects the pin and grommet, enabling a compact design. The overmold, made of a soft material like thermoplastic elastomer, covers portions of the assembled pin and grommet to isolate vibrations and mitigate rattles. This configuration allows for a low-profile trim clip that addresses space constraints in vehicle structures while providing secure attachment and noise reduction. The design facilitates easier installation and clip reuse, and offers improved performance compared to traditional trim clips with external snap features.",
"title": "LOW-PROFILE RATTLE MITIGATION TRIM CLIP"
}