Grille and bonnet assembly for a vehicle
US7416241B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 2, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2019/525
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A grille and bonnet assembly is mounted at the forward end of an automotive vehicle. The bonnet is formed with a leading edge and a trailing edge with the leading edge positioned above or at an upper edge of the grille during normal operation of the automotive vehicle when the bonnet is closed. The grille and bonnet are designed with corresponding inclined surfaces that are located relative to each other such that a force greater than a predetermined value transmitted from the bonnet to the grille forces at least the upper part of the grille to move forwardly so as to allow the bonnet to move downwardly. Such yielding movement of the grille and bonnet can reduce injuries in the event of an impact between a pedestrian and the bonnet of the automotive vehicle.
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