Overmolded vehicle sheet metal structures with integrated attachments
US11117627B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 4, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D29/005
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This disclosure details overmolded vehicle sheet metal structures that included integrated attachments for achieving part integration. An exemplary sheet metal structure includes a sheet metal panel, a reinforcing structure molded on the sheet metal panel, and an integrally molded attachment structure formed within the reinforcing structure. In some embodiments, the integrally molded attachment structure may include a nut, a bracket, or both. An additional vehicle component may be attached to the sheet metal panel via the integrally molded attachment structure. The sheet metal structure may be formed in a single shot injection molding process.
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