Patent · US Expired

Engine cradle for a vehicle

US6446744B2 · kind B2 · utility

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35References

8Claims

0Family size

Assignee

BOMBARDIER INC.

Inventors

Jerome Wubbolts · Orford, CA
Bruno Girouard · Montréal, CA
Berthold Fecteau · Richmond, CA
Anne-Marie Dion · Granby, CA

Key dates

Filing date	Jun 11, 2001
Grant date	Sep 10, 2002
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jun 11, 2021

Classification

Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
CPC primaryB62M2027/023
WIPO fieldTransport
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An engine cradle adapted for receiving an engine includes a left side wall defining a C-shaped opening therein. The engine cradle also includes a right side wall, which is essentially a solid wall that provides a reflective surface for reflecting heat to the engine when contained within the engine cradle. The engine cradle also includes a front wall connected between forward portions of the left and right side walls. The engine cradle also includes a bottom panel and a rear panel connected between bottom portions of the front, left side, and right side walls.

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