Automotive vehicle door construction
US8454078B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J5/0436
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
One embodiment includes a lightweight automotive vehicle door construction including an inner panel partially formed from a lightweight metal casting. The casting provides a toe pan, hinge pillar and beltline. A lightweight stamping connected with the casting provides a remainder of the inner skin. The stamping provides an opposite pillar and latch mount. A header connected to the casting along a first end and with the beltline at a second end provides a window frame. A side intrusion beam extends between the hinge pillar and the opposite pillar. An outer panel is connected with the inner panel.
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