Vehicle frame structure
US11884330B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 24, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 24, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D63/025
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle frame structure includes: an inner panel connected to a side member and defining the inside of the side member; an outer panel connected to the side member and coupled to the inner panel forming a closed section with the inner panel and defining the outside of the side member; an opening formed in lower sides of the inner panel and outer panel to partially open the closed section such that a front end of a rear suspension arm can be inserted therein; a first reinforcement member provided in the opening forming a first closed portion with the inner panel; and a second reinforcement member provided in the opening forming a second closed portion with the inner panel, the outer panel, and the first reinforcement member and to isolate a space formed by the inner panel and the outer panel from an outer portion.
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