Instrument panel for a vehicle
US4105223A · kind A · utility
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5Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 28, 1976 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/045
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An instrument panel comprises an elongated sheet member formed through the longitudinal length thereof with a plurality of depressions. The depressions provide for a weakening of resistance to deformation of the sheet member so that if the sheet member is struck by the passenger's head in a collision, it is permanently and plastically deformed and thus saves the passenger from injury.
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