Collision deflector assembly
US9067549B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 17, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 21, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/0023
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle frame is provided having a frame. The frame includes a main rail and a lateral rail. A bracket is operably coupled to the main rail. The vehicle frame assembly also includes a wedged shape deflecting member. The wedged shape deflecting member has a first end which is operably coupled to the bracket and a second end which is operable between a standard use position and a collision event position. The standard use position is where the second end is spaced a predetermined distance from the main rail. The collision event position is when the second end is in abutting contact with the main rail. During a collision event, the second end moves from the standard use position to the collision event position such that the deflecting member absorbs and deflects energy imparted on the frame.
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