Vehicle diverting energy absorber bumper system
US4182529A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 24, 1977 |
| Grant date | Jan 8, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R19/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An energy management system for a vehicle having a vehicle frame, a high strength bumper having a central portion and outer end portions, a first energy absorber unit coupled between the vehicle engine and the central portion of the bumper, additional energy absorber units coupled between the frame and the outer end portions of the bumper, and pivotal connections between the energy absorber units and the bumper to permit the bumper to swing to a deflecting position upon engagement with an obstruction such as a pole while the energy absorber units absorb the shock of impact.
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