Overmolded joint for beam assembly
US8262155B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 29, 2010 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/47
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A subassembly of a vehicle assembly is provided. The subassembly of the vehicle assembly includes at least one beam, at least one beam support having a plurality of holes, wherein the at least one beam and the at least one beam support are connected and reinforced by an overmolded joint. The overmolded joint includes a top portion, a bottom portion, and at least one load bearing wall. An end of the at least one beam support contacts the at least one beam, and the at least one load bearing wall abuts the at least one beam.
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