Door trim-integrated pelvic impact energy-absorbing construction for vehicle
US8029041B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 12, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/0414
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An integrated door substrate and pelvic bolster is provided for use in a vehicle. The integrated component is formed from a polymerizable material by injection molding. The pelvic bolster is formed from thin lateral walls that buckle and tear under compressive loading. The pelvic bolster is designed to bend but not fracture under load, thus maintaining a continuous loading curve.
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