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Bumper beam for automobile

US7484780B2 · kind B2 · utility

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16Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 12, 2006
Grant dateFeb 3, 2009
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Expiry dateApr 26, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R19/34
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A bumper beam for an automobile is disclosed, which has a first set of surfaces and a second set of surfaces. The first set of surfaces is inclined at a pre-defined angle with respect to a pre-defined plane. A plurality of slots is provided on the second set of surfaces of the bumper beam, which facilitates the bumper beam to crush during an impact.

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