Vehicle roof structure
US10150513B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 10, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 11, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 27, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D29/008
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle roof structure is provided that includes a vehicle body and a roof. The vehicle body comprises a first material, and the roof comprises a second material having a lower rigidity than the first material. The roof includes a flange. An insert is positioned between the vehicle body and the roof to maintain a gap between the vehicle body and the flange, wherein at least a portion of the insert is less rigid than the roof.
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