Side-impact crash structure
US12286159B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 14, 2022 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D63/025
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A side-impact crash structure may be positioned proximate an end of a vehicle to reduce impact forces imparted to an occupant during a side collision. The side-impact crash structure may include energy absorbers positioned on lateral sides of the vehicle between the passenger compartment and a longitudinal end of the vehicle. The energy absorbers may be configured to absorb impact forces over a limited ride-down distance (the distance over which the deceleration occurs) to prevent damage to both the occupants and one or more components or systems of the vehicle. The energy absorbers can be configured to deform along an oblique axis of the vehicle under a compressive force. The side-impact crash structure may include one or more load spreaders disposed between the energy absorbers that disperse the impact force to other portions of the vehicle.
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