Door upper
US11345219B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 7, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J5/0476
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A side door assembly is provided for an automotive vehicle body having a side opening. The side door assembly includes an upper door half incorporating a unique outer panel coupled to or integrally formed with a structural portion. Soft goods are operably coupled to the structural portion of the upper door half. The side door assembly includes a one-piece casting for hinged connection to the vehicle body. The casting forms a frame. At least one panel insert is selectively connected from the interior of the vehicle outward by a plurality of rotary attachment features to the frame. The frame includes a plurality of reinforcement features to add structure and rigidity, while reducing weight, to the side door assembly.
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