Hemmed body panel for attachment to a body structure
US9586628B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 12, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D29/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A body panel that is attachable to a body structure is provided. The body panel has a single thickness portion and a double thickness edge portion where the body panel is hemmed over onto itself and is attachable to the body structure. The body panel may be made of a metal material or a non-metal material. The attachment may be via a weld, a fastener, and/or an adhesive.
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