Bumper beams, rocker panels and methods
US10336271B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 2, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2019/1813
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to bumper beams having a closed cross-section, the closed cross-section being formed by one or more metal plates. The metal plates include a plurality of holes and a plurality of projections, wherein the projections engage with corresponding holes to retain the closed cross-section. The present disclosure further relates to rocker panels having a closed cross-section, the closed cross-section being formed by one or more metal plates, and the metal plates including a plurality of holes and a plurality of projections, wherein the projections engage with corresponding holes to retain the closed cross-section. The present disclosure further relates to methods of manufacturing such bumper reinforcing members and rocker panels.
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