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Bumper/muffler assembly

US6668972B2 · kind B2 · utility

17Cited by
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32Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 6, 2001
Grant dateDec 30, 2003
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF01N2310/04
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A bumper/muffler assembly is provided comprising a bumper; and a muffler having an outer shell. The outer shell may be formed from a non-high impact resistant material, such as a thin metal or a composite material. The muffler may comprise a separate element from the bumper, which is coupled thereto, or is formed as an integral part of the bumper.

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