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Framework structure of vehicle

US8608233B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 8, 2009
Grant dateDec 17, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 25, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D25/025
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

There is provided a framework structure of a vehicle where high productivity can be obtained, a reinforcement and an outer frame can be completely welded to each other, and the reinforcing ability of the reinforcing member can be sufficiently obtained when the reinforcing member is provided on the outer member. A plurality of protruding portions, which protrudes toward an outer member, is formed on the outer surface of a reinforcement of a center pillar. These protruding portions are disposed so as to be separated from each other in the longitudinal direction of the reinforcement. Further, non-protruding portions where the protruding portions are not formed are formed in the vicinity of a belt line, and the protruding portions are formed at other positions.

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