Hybrid reinforcement structure
US8752884B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 19, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 19, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B2605/00
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A structural reinforcement for insertion into a cavity of a vehicle structure including a base reinforcing portion, an expandable material and a localized reinforcement is disclosed. The localized reinforcement is placed within the structural reinforcement at a location of anticipated increased deformation during vehicle impact in an effort to reduce deformation and control the load distribution post-impact.
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