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Support for the front unit of a motor vehicle and method for its production

US8109560B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 17, 2007
Grant dateFeb 7, 2012
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Expiry dateSep 9, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D29/004
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A front end assembly mounting for the front unit of a motor vehicle including a mounting and a container for holding an operating fluid integrated together with the front side of the container projecting forwardly. The container is arranged in an installation position at the height of an impact region of a leg or hip of a pedestrian to absorb energy in case of impact with a pedestrian.

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