Hood vent water management system and hood assembly
US10266212B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 2, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hood assembly includes a hood body and a hood vent water management system. The hood vent water management system includes a hood vent having a mounting bracket including a water collection tray and a first water drain and a hood insulator including a water channel and a second water drain. The hood vent water management system diverts water entering through the hood vent away from an underlying engine compartment component. A related method is also disclosed.
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