Living-Hinge Cup Holder Adjustment Features

Cup holders are a focal point for customer critiques of vehicle interiors. Further, they must accommodate a wide range of container sizes without tipping during normal driving conditions. Incorporation of a living hinge (achieved via molded-in "fingers" and a flexible silicone-rubber band) in this cup holder design made it adjustable to accommodate many containers while reducing 10 parts to 3 with no secondary heat-stake operations. Furthermore, the design reduces part costs ≈ $1.50 USD/assembly, lowers tooling expenditure ≈ $100,000 USD, yet delivers equivalent appearance and performance.

OEM/Vehicle Ford Motor Co. 2017 Ford Super Duty System Supplier Summit Polymers, Inc. Material Processor   Summit Polymers, Inc.

Material Supplier Advance Composites, Inc. Resin 20%TF PP + EPDM

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