Fascia energy absorber, bumper system and process
US8215686B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 31, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2019/186
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides for various embodiments of a unitary fascia energy absorber including an aesthetic appearance while also providing improved energy management. In one embodiment the fascia energy absorber includes an outer member and an inner member joined together. The inner member has a base including a plurality of crush lobes and at least one of the plurality of crush lobes includes a projected wall spaced a distance from the base and at least one sidewall which extends from the base to the projected wall of the crush lobe. The plurality of crush lobes are spaced apart from one another and separated by a portion of the base. In another embodiment a process for producing a fascia energy absorber includes heating and forming a polymer sheets to form an outer member and heating and forming a second polymer sheet to form an inner member. The inner member and the outer member are then joined to form a fascia energy absorber.
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