Powertrain catcher apparatus
US10926801B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 30, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/085
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A road vehicle having a powertrain is provided with a powertrain catcher apparatus comprised of a powertrain catcher and a transverse structural member having a weakened region against which the powertrain catcher reacts when the powertrain is moved rearwardly due to a collision. The powertrain catcher has a punch portion which punches through the weakened region to form an aperture with which the punch portion remains tightly engaged to restrain vertical and transverse movement of the powertrain.
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