Vehicle passenger compartment vent structure
US11148507B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 4, 2019 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2200/14
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle passenger compartment vent structure that includes a rear wall structure, a drafter vent assembly, a baffle and a trim panel. The rear wall structure defines a rearward area of a passenger compartment of a vehicle. The rear wall structure defines at least one vent opening. The drafter vent assembly is installed to the rear wall structure covering the at least one vent opening. The baffle is installed to the rear wall structure adjacent to the drafter vent assembly and is configured to dampen sound from the drafter vent assembly. The trim panel is installed to the rear wall structure contacting the baffle and concealing the drafter vent assembly.
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