Load-bearing body panel assembly for a motor vehicle
US6793275B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 26, 2002 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/16
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A body panel functions as a hood by at least partially concealing an engine compartment, and functions as a structural load-bearing portion of a vehicle frame by structurally interconnecting vehicle frame members. The body panel preferably includes a hood portion and two fender portions.
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