Panel reinforcement structure
US5535841A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 2, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 2, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D29/004
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A panel member consisting of inner and outer interconnected panels, and reinforcement members placed therebetween to increase the strength of said panel in localized areas. The reinforcements consist of a structure made up of a base material of plastic or aluminum and an insert material of a hard metal. Loads are transferred to the panel through the metal insert material and dissipated to the panel members through the base structure. In the illustrated arrangements, the reinforcement members are used, for example, in the latch and hinge areas of car hoods.
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