Crush-can attached to a frame rail through a vehicle body
US9228628B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 16, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D21/152
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An impact absorption assembly includes a bumper that is attached to a crush-can. The crush-can is assembled within a frame rail or other chassis frame member. A load path for a low speed impact is provided from the bumper through the crush-can and to the frame rail. An outer body structure defines an opening through which the crush-can is assembled to avoid damage to the outer body structure that may include a back-light support panel, a lift-gate and a rear tail light.
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