Lattice structure for a distensible fuel tank
US8251171B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 14, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 11, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24446
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A distensible fuel tank included in a vehicle is provided. The fuel tank may include a housing enclosing a lattice structure including at least two intersecting wall members, each wall member including a plurality of panels arranged in a repeating pattern, the plurality of panels having planar sides including a compliance panel having a first and second section configured to fold about a crease line. In this way, multi-directional compliance of the fuel tank can be achieved, while increasing structural integrity.
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