Battery housing assembly having strike bar
US12115847B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 4, 2022 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E60/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A battery housing assembly for an electric vehicle includes a battery housing, at least one mounting structure, and a strike bar. The battery housing is configured to house battery components. The mounting structure is secured to the battery housing and is configured to mount the battery housing to a vehicle frame. The mounting structure includes a recess. The strike bar is disposed within the recess and is secured to the mounting structure. The strike bar extends beyond an exterior profile of the battery housing and includes an upper end portion that tapers inwardly within the recess. The strike bar is configured to detach from the mounting structure in a downward direction during a vehicle impact event.
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