Vehicle door
US7040688B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/55
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle door includes an inner panel having strengthening corrugations to function as an impact beam, thereby negating the need for a separate impact beam. The inner panel is preferably characterized by a generally concave shape to increase vehicle interior space compared to prior art doors. A forming technique employing fluid pressure is preferably employed to form the inner panel.
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