Three dimensional backup structure joint system for battery electric vehicles
US11679660B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 7, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 10, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/082
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A structural assembly for use in an electric vehicle having a lower body frame and a battery pack secured within the lower body frame. The structural assembly includes a subframe rear mount, a battery cage longitudinal member, a rocker, a hinge pillar, and a rail torque unit. The battery cage longitudinal member is secured to the subframe rear mount. The rocker extends along and is secured to the battery cage longitudinal member. The hinge pillar includes a lower portion that is secured to the rocker. The rail torque includes an s-brace and an inner rail. The s-brace is secured to the hinge pillar at one end and to the inner rail at another end. The inner rail is secured to the hinge pillar at one end and is configured to extend around a wheel of the electric vehicle and form a portion of a wheel well.
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