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Energy absorbing device

US11052848B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 19, 2017
Grant dateJul 6, 2021
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Expiry dateAug 9, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R19/03
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An energy absorbing device includes a deformable elongate member that is arranged such that the device, in use, deforms in a controlled manner upon the absorption of impact energy. The invention also provides a chassis and a vehicle incorporating the energy absorbing device.

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