Integral cross member with steering gear joint
US7506894B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 6, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/082
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A motor vehicle frame includes a pair of longitudinal frame members. A cross member is provided to maintain the frame members in a spaced apart condition. The cross member has a first end configured to mount to a first one of the longitudinal frame members and a second end configured to engage a steering gear housing. The second end sandwiches steering gear housing as the second end is fastened to a second one of the frame members.
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