Deflector with frame rail follower and guide on deflector end
US9376143B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 20, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D7/22
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A deflector assembly for a vehicle having a bumper and a frame rail that are connected by a crush-can. The deflector assembly absorbs impact forces in a small overlap rigid barrier test by directing the impact from the barrier in a lateral direction toward the frame rail. A guide and follower, such as a wheel-shaped roller, a ball-shaped roller, a sliding shoe, or a fastener is received in a guide member that defines a guide surface extending longitudinally to guide a back end of the deflector assembly in a full frontal impact in a longitudinal direction.
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