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Reinforcing device for automobile body

US3938288A · kind A · utility

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8Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 5, 1974
Grant dateFeb 17, 1976
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Expiry dateMar 5, 1994

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60J5/0443
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This device for improving the safety of automotive vehicles comprises a structure adapted to be fitted in the lateral doors of the vehicle between the main panels thereof, said structure consisting of a sleeve member secured parallel to said panels in the direction of travel of the vehicle and anchored to the vertical edges of the door, and comprising a core with a peripheral winding made of glass yarn impregnated with resin and tensioned, the proportion of the component elements being 50 to 80 percent and preferably 70 percent of glass yarn, the balance consisting of resin.

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