Loading bracket for composite structural components
US10919351B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 5, 2019 |
| Grant date | Feb 16, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2011/005
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A loading bracket assembly includes a base bracket having an engagement portion that is disposed at an interior area of a composite vehicle structural component and that is accessible through the first wall. A fastener may be attached to the engagement portion of the base bracket and may extend through an intermediate wall of the composite vehicle structural component and a supportive structure of the vehicle. The engagement portion of the base bracket is configured to engage a component or an accessory, such as a tow hook, that applies a loading force to the base bracket that is substantially transferred to the supportive structure and bypasses the composite vehicle structural component.
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