Interlocked pillar and roof rail joint
US7293823B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 16, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 11, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A joint assembly for joining a tubular B-pillar to a tubular roof rail. The joint assembly includes an inner bracket plate and an outer bracket plate that are welded to each other around the roof rail and B-pillar. A flange of the roof rail is received in a slot formed in an upper end of the B-pillar.
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