Structural storage compartment in a vehicle cabin
US10106206B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 23, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R7/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An autonomous vehicle can include a front seat facing rearward, and a rear seat facing forward. This provides a common foot or leg area between the seats that face each other. The vehicle includes a body that has a pair of opposing B-pillars. A support beam extends through the common leg area, between the front and rear seats, and mounts to the B-pillars. The support beam provides direct structural support to the B-pillars. A luggage compartment is coupled to the support beam and extends between the B-pillars. The luggage compartment has access openings that face forward and rearward, allowing the forward and rearward passengers to store luggage.
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