Lattice structure for a distensible fuel tank
US8881855B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 23, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 23, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2200/92
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A distensible fuel tank included in a vehicle is provided. The distensible fuel tank includes a housing having an exterior surface and a lattice structure coupled to the exterior surface, the lattice structure including a plurality of intersecting wall members, at least two of the plurality of wall members having an unequal thickness.
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