Bumper system having an extendable bumper for automotive vehicles

US5370429A · kind A · utility

Assignee

• Alfred Teves GmbH & Co oHG · DE

Inventors

• Gerhard Reuber · Drolshagen, DE
• Achim Braun · Nümbrecht, DE

Key dates

• Filing date: Dec 21, 1992
• Grant date: Dec 6, 1994
• Expiry date: Dec 21, 2012

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B60R19/40
• WIPO field: Mechanical elements
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

A bumper system including an extendable bumper resiliently disposed in the direction of impact. The system is compact and, even at elevated impact speeds, protects the automotive vehicle against damage. The bumper is extended by an adequate amount before or during the situation of danger. A progressive damping characteristic and a suitable drive to quickly extend and to safely return the bumper are provided.