Vehicle frame component
US8985258B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 30, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 30, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/0023
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A body on frame vehicle includes a vehicle frame having a small offset impact load management system including upper and lower rear blocker structures and a reinforcement blocker structure for managing impact loads applied to the wheel and tire of the vehicle from being directed further toward the body. The reinforcement blocker structure includes a base member welded to openings in the frame side rail and extending angularly outwardly and located rearward and distal the wheel and tire and proximal a longitudinal cross frame member for transferring the small offset impact loads transferred by the wheel and tire in a cross vehicle direction.
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