Cross-member for a motor vehicle front end module, and a front end module and a cooling module support provided with such a cross-member
US7287809B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 30, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 19, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D29/004
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a cross-member to be found in the proximity of a bodywork part capable of moving towards the cross-member, said cross-member being fitted with an inertia part and a stabilization part for geometrically stabilizing the inertia part. The stabilization part is longitudinally subdivided into a first portion located beside the bodywork part, and a second portion located remote from the bodywork part. The first and second portions are designed in such a manner that in the event of the bodywork part being subjected to a force equivalent to an impact against a pedestrian, said part can move towards second portion while deforming the inertia part and the first portion, without the second portion deforming. The invention also provides a front end module including such a cross-member.
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