Crush box for vehicle impact
US9751480B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 25, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R19/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of a crush box are described. One embodiment of the crush box includes a first sidewall that is coupled to a vehicle and a second sidewall that is coupled to the vehicle, where the first sidewall and the second sidewall include similarly pre-bent portions that cause the first sidewall and the second sidewall to bend outward upon receipt of a force. In some embodiments, the first sidewall and the second sidewall include a plurality of tabs that couple the first sidewall and the second sidewall to a top wall that bends inward upon receipt of the force.
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