Vehicle structure for a cross-vehicle load path
US11299206B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/08
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A load impact management system for an automotive vehicle includes a load member extending from a first vehicle frame rail to a second vehicle frame rail and perpendicular to each of the first and second vehicle frame rails and to a vehicle body axis. The load member is coupled to the first vehicle frame rail at two attachment points and coupled to the second vehicle frame rail at two attachment points. The load member defines a load path between a first side of the automotive vehicle to a second side of the automotive vehicle opposite the first side and the load member is forward of a passenger compartment of the vehicle.
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