B-pillar deformation mode
US9676420B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 15, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D25/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle comprises: a vehicle structure without a continuous roof rail; a B-pillar attached to the vehicle structure, the B-pillar having a first initiator; and a header attached to the B-pillar and extending at least partly across the vehicle, the header having a second initiator, wherein the first and second initiators are configured to provide a B-pillar deformation mode upon side impact.
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