Reinforced open-section structural panel
US10940893B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 17, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 9, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D29/008
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bulkhead for a vehicle body structure includes a panel. The panel has a contour defined by a contour length and characterized by an open section having three surfaces in a cross-sectional view. The bulkhead also includes a support member embedded in the panel. The support member includes an external form configured to interface with and match at least two of the three surfaces of the contour. The support member also includes a support member length configured to fit within the contour length and a boxed cross-section having a substantially uniform shape along the support member length. The bulkhead additionally includes an adhesive applied between the external form of the support member and the interfacing surfaces of the contour to thereby bond the support member to the panel and reinforce the bulkhead. A vehicle having a structure with such a bulkhead is also considered.
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