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Vehicle roof structure

US9676426B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 17, 2016
Grant dateJun 13, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 17, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D29/008
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle roof structure is provided that includes a vehicle body and a roof. The roof includes a flange extending outward from the roof. An insert is positioned between the vehicle body and the roof to maintain a gap between the vehicle body and the flange. An adhesive is positioned in the gap to bond the flange to the vehicle body.

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