Vehicle fuel tank for improved crashworthiness
US11597577B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 6, 2022 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D81/107
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A compartment for storing fuel in a vehicle having a protective outer structure and an inner structure. The protective outer structure is maintained in position relative to the vehicle during normal operation of the vehicle. The inner structure, which holds fuel, is positioned in the outer structure. The inner structure is maintained in position relative to the outer structure and relative to the vehicle during normal operation of the vehicle. During an impact to the vehicle, the inner structure is configured to move independent of the outer structure.
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