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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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20-09-2012 дата публикации

Floor module for a motor vehicle having shaped-on formfitting means

Номер: US20120235445A1
Автор: Fabian DE LUCA
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A floor module for a motor vehicle having a floor trough, which has, in the area of at least two side edges, at least one contact surface in each case for supporting the floor trough on a support structure component of a motor vehicle body and at least one formfitting device shaped onto the floor trough, by which the floor trough is at least temporarily fastenable on the support structure component.

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Номер записи: 1
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Universal Fastening Device

Номер: US20120284973A1
Автор: Clifton R. Gerke, Dominick Brian Rivara, IV, Scott W. Glaser
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Inc

A fastener for a machine frame is disclosed. The fastener may comprise a seat portion, at least one arm extending from the seat portion, and a back portion oriented to extend from the seat portion. The back portion may define an aperture therethrough. The fastener may also include a clip having a first side and a second side. The first side may define a window and the second side may include a flange that defines a port therethrough. The back portion may be sandwiched between the first and second sides of the clip and the window and port may each be generally aligned with the aperture.

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Номер записи: 2
11-04-2013 дата публикации

STRUCTURAL MEMBER

Номер: US20130088033A1
Автор: Mizumura Masaaki, Sato Koichi, Wada Manabu
Принадлежит:

A structural hydroformed joint member has projecting portions () formed integrally on an outer peripheral face of a hollow main tube part () by hydroforming an element tube with an outside diameter D. In this case, both intersecting planes (), which are projecting planes of end faces () of the projecting portions () toward the main tube part (), share a plane perpendicular to the main axis () of the main tube part () only in portions () of the intersecting planes (). At that time, by setting areas of the portions () to 30% or more and 90% or less relative to an area of each of the intersecting planes (), a projecting height of each of the projecting portions () is 0.3 D or higher for functioning as a joint. 1. A structural member comprising:a hollow main tube part; andat least two projecting portions formed integrally on an outer peripheral face of the main tube part, whereinthe two projecting portions are disposed at an angle of 30 degrees or more and less than 180 degrees around a main axis of the main tube part, andboth intersecting planes, which are projecting planes of end faces of the two projecting portions toward the main tube part, share a plane perpendicular to the main axis of the main tube part only in portions of the intersecting planes.2. The structural member according to claim 1 , whereinthe two projecting portions are disposed at an angle of 60 degrees or more and 120 degrees or less around the main axis of the main tube part.3. The structural member according to claim 1 , further comprising another projecting portion integrally formed on an outer peripheral face of the main tube part claim 1 , whereinall intersecting planes, which are projecting planes of end faces of the two projecting portions and the other projecting portion toward the main tube part, share a plane perpendicular to the main axis of the main tube part only in portions of the intersecting planes.4. The structural member according to claim 1 , whereinthe main tube part and the two ...

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Номер записи: 3
11-04-2013 дата публикации

System for Absorbing and Distributing Side Impact Energy Utilizing an Integrated Battery Pack and Side Sill Assembly

Номер: US20130088044A1
Автор: Alan Paul Clarke, Alexi Charbonneau, Bruce Philip Edwards, Hitendra Laxmidas Gadhiya, Malcolm Burgess, Peter Dore Rawlinson, Robert David Sumpf, JR., Vivek Attaluri
Принадлежит: Tesla Motor Inc

An energy absorbing and distributing side impact system for use with a vehicle is provided, the system utilizing a collapsible side sill along with multiple vehicle cross-members to achieve the desired level of vehicle side impact resistance, the combination of these elements absorbing and distributing the impact load throughout the vehicle structure. A battery pack enclosure that includes a plurality of cross-members that transverse the battery pack enclosure also help to absorb and distribute at least a portion of the load received when either the first or second side of the vehicle receives a side impact. In this configuration the battery pack enclosure is positioned between the front and rear vehicle suspension assemblies and mounted between, and mechanically coupled to, the side sill assemblies. In addition to providing rigidity, strength and impact resistance, the battery pack cross-members segregate the batteries contained within the battery pack enclosure into battery groups.

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Номер записи: 4
27-06-2013 дата публикации

ATTACHMENT STRUCTURE FOR RESIN PART OF MOTORCYCLE

Номер: US20130161970A1
Автор: Shirai Shuji, Takasu Akira
Принадлежит: KAWASAKI JUKOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

An attachment structure for a resin part of a motorcycle includes an attaching portion with a nut on a vehicle main body, an attached portion of the resin part having a bolt insertion hole, and a shoulder bolt, wherein the shoulder bolt has a large diameter portion thicker than an threaded shaft portion, the bolt insertion hole has an inner diameter into which the large diameter portion is insertable, and a thin guide piece protruding toward a radially inner side for regulating radial movement of the shoulder bolt within a predetermined range is integrally formed on an inner circumferential surface of the bolt insertion hole. 1. An attachment structure for a resin part of a motorcycle , comprising:an attaching portion with a nut provided on a side of a vehicle main body;an attached portion of the resin part having a bolt insertion hole; anda shoulder bolt for attaching the attached portion to the attaching portion with the nut, whereinthe shoulder bolt has a large diameter portion thicker than a threaded shaft portion,the bolt insertion hole has an inner diameter into which the large diameter portion of the shoulder bolt is insertable, anda thin guide piece protruding toward a radially inner side for regulating radial movement of the shoulder bolt within a predetermined range is integrally formed on an inner circumferential surface of the bolt insertion hole.2. The attachment structure for the resin part of the motorcycle according to claim 1 , wherein the thin guide piece is formed in an annular shape over an entire circumference of the inner circumferential surface of the bolt insertion hole.3. The attachment structure for the resin part of the motorcycle according to claim 1 , wherein the thin guide piece is arranged on an opposite side to the attaching portion side with respect to an axially center position of the inner circumferential surface of the bolt insertion hole in an axial direction.4. The attachment structure for the resin part of the motorcycle ...

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Номер записи: 5
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Chassis frame assembly structure for electrical vehicle for disabled person

Номер: US20130249203A1
Автор: Jin Hong JUNG
Принадлежит: DUCKWONENT CO Ltd

The present invention relates to a chassis frame assembly structure for an electrical vehicle, wherein welding assembly units are formed by attachment and welding at respective portions in each of which channel-shaped frames made of aluminum and each configured to have a hollow structure are coupled. The chassis frame assembly structure includes a plurality of fastening holes formed at proper interval close to the welding assembly unit of the chassis frames; reinforcement members each configured to have a channel shape, surround the periphery of the welding assembly unit of the chassis frame, and have a plurality of assembly holes, corresponding to the respective fastening holes, formed at proper intervals in one face of the reinforcement member; and fastening members assembled with the assembly holes and the fastening holes, wherein the reinforcement member is positioned at the outside of the chassis frame.

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Номер записи: 6
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Subframe structure

Номер: US20130249250A1
Автор: Shosuke Ohhama, Tetsuya Miyahara
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

The present invention comprises: a front subframe consisting of steel and divided in the front-rear direction of the vehicle; and a rear subframe consisting of light metal such as an aluminum alloy. The front subframe comprises a press-formed body formed by pressing. The rear subframe comprises a die-cast body formed by die-casting. The front subframe and the rear subframe are joined together by friction stir welding while the left and right rear side sections of the rear subframe are superposed on the upper surfaces of the thin plate sections of the front subframe.

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Номер записи: 7
17-10-2013 дата публикации

STRUCTURAL BODY PART HAVING A SPACER

Номер: US20130270853A1
Автор: Ramoutar Naipaul D., SAEKI Koji, Yamashita Taichi
Принадлежит:

A structural body part and a method of assembling a structural body part are provided. The structural body part includes an inner wall surface defining an enclosed space. A nut is disposed within the enclosed space. The structural body part includes an aperture for receiving a fastener so as to accommodate the addition of additional structure. The body structure includes a spacer. The nut is attached to the spacer. The spacer is configured to suspend the nut above the inner wall surface of the structural body part. Thus, the inner wall surface of the structural body part is exposed and covered with a solution when submersed therein. 1. A structural body part having an inner wall surface defining an enclosed space , a nut disposed within the enclosed space , and an aperture for receiving a fastener , the structural body part configured to support additional structure; the structural body part comprising:a spacer, the nut attached to the spacer, the spacer dimensioned so as to suspend the nut above the inner wall surface of the structural body part and align the nut with the aperture.2. The structural body part as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the spacer includes a base claim 1 , and at least one leg claim 1 , the nut fixed to the base claim 1 , the at least one leg attached to the inner wall surface of the structural body part claim 1 , the at least one leg dimensioned so as to suspend the nut above the inner wall surface of the structural body part.3. The structural body part as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the base further includes a first surface opposite a second surface claim 2 , and a dimple claim 2 , the second surface facing the inner wall surface claim 2 , the dimple protruding outwardly from the second surface towards the inner wall surface.4. The structural body part as set forth in claim 3 , wherein the nut is fixed to the dimple.5. The structural body part as set forth in claim 1 , further including a cage claim 1 , the cage mounted over the spacer.6. ...

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Номер записи: 8
24-10-2013 дата публикации

Tubular Beam with a Crimped Sleeve

Номер: US20130277955A1
Автор: Ari Garo Callskan, David Anthony Wagner, Jeffrey A. Wallace, John Edward Huber, Michael M. Azzouz, Parameswararao Pothuraju, Sunil K. Kasaragod, Xiaoming Chen, Yuksel Gur
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

An aluminum tubular beam is assembled to a steel box frame rail with a steel sleeve. The sleeve is connected by a crimp joint or by a hem flange to the tubular beam. The steel sleeve may be effectively welded to the steel box frame rail to which it is assembled. An adhesive may be provided between the sleeve and the beam.

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Номер записи: 9
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Modular frame structure for off road vehicle

Номер: US20130300096A1
Автор: Roy L. Woodard, Steven P. Huston
Принадлежит: Club Car LLC

A frame assembly for an off-road vehicle including a left frame rail and a right frame rail that are identical to each other, a front frame module that includes at least one left toot and at least one right foot, an occupant frame module that includes at least one left foot and at least one right foot, a rear frame module that includes at least one left foot and at least one right foot, and a plurality of identical adapters mounting the components to the left and right frame rails.

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Номер записи: 10
28-11-2013 дата публикации

REINFORCED STRUCTURE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20130316101A1
Автор: KRAUSHAAR Thomas
Принадлежит: SIKA TECHNOLOGY AG

A reinforced structure is disclosed which includes a structural component as well as a reinforcing part that is arranged in a cavity of the structural component. The reinforcing part can include a support part and a connection, the support part being arranged in the cavity such that a distance between the support part and the structural component at a position of the structural component with a higher probability of deforming under a force load from outside on the structural component is shorter than at a position of the structural component with a lower probability of deforming under a force load from the outside. 1. A reinforcing part for reinforcing a cavity of a structural component , comprising:a support part; anda connection part for activation and for application to an outside of the support part, wherein the support part is molded such that after inserting the support part and connection part into the cavity and activation of the connection part, a distance between the support part and the structural component at positions of the structural component with a higher probability of deforming under a force load from the outside on the structural component is shorter than at positions of the structural component with a lower probability of deforming under a force load from the outside,wherein the connection part does not cover an outer surface of the support part which is for contacting the structural component at a position of the structural component with a highest probability of deforming under a force load from the outside.2. The reinforcing part according to claim 1 , wherein the connection part is activated thermally claim 1 , by moisture or by electromagnetic radiation.3. The reinforcing part according to claim 1 , wherein the connection part is a foamable material and/or an adhesive.4. The reinforcing part according to claim 1 , wherein the support part has at least one fin and at least one fin carrier.5. The reinforcing part according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 11
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Connecting Arrangement

Номер: US20130330124A1
Автор: Haegele Klaus, Heise Wilfried, Salkic Asmir, Seidel Joachim
Принадлежит: DAIMIER AG

A connection structure between a first and a second component, the second component being formed from a steel material. The first component is made from a lightweight construction material of the minimum possible weight and having a high degree of stiffness, such as a fiber-reinforced plastic. Both components are connected by a metallic intermediate component, which is non-detachably connected by a plug-in means of connection with the first component. 18-. (canceled)9. A connection structure , comprising:a first component formed from a fiber-reinforced plastic;a second component formed from a steel material,a metallic intermediate component that is connected to the first and second components, wherein the intermediate component is connected with the first component by a non-detachable plug-in connection.10. The connection structure according to claim 9 , wherein the intermediate component has a mounting flange on one end claim 9 , by means of which the intermediate component is joined to the second component.11. The connection structure according to claim 10 , wherein the intermediate component has a sleeve shape that is pressed flat on the one end in the formation of a mounting flange.12. The connection structure according to claim 9 , wherein the non-detachable plug-in connection is formed by an interference fit or an adhesive layer.13. The connection structure according to claim 9 , wherein the first and intermediate components include plug-connected ends forming the non-detachable plug-in connection claim 9 , and the plug-connected ends of the first and intermediate components are separated by an electrical insulating element over a length of the plug-in connection.14. The connection structure according to claim 13 , wherein the electrical insulating element is an adhesive layer claim 13 , a winding of glass claim 13 , or aramide fiber-reinforced plastic.15. The connection structure according to claim 9 , wherein the first component consists of carbon fiber- ...

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Номер записи: 12
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Reinforced Thermoplastic Structural Joint Assembly For A Vehicle

Номер: US20140015272A1
Автор: Fernholz Kedzie Davis, Jaranson John W., Wykoff Richard Howard
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A structural joint assembly for a vehicle is provided with a first thermoplastic composite member having a protrusion containing fibrous material. A reinforcement member is provided with a receptacle for mating engagement with the protrusion. A second thermoplastic member is mounted to the first thermoplastic member over the protrusion such that the reinforcement member is provided between the first thermoplastic member and the second thermoplastic member but not adhesively bonded or overmolded therebetween. A method of manufacturing a structural joint assembly and a structural joint assembly manufactured by a method are disclosed. The methods include molding a first thermoplastic member with a protrusion with fibrous material and a second thermoplastic member. A reinforcement member has a receptacle and is mounted to the first thermoplastic member. The receptacle is retained by the protrusion without adhesive bonding or overmolding. The second thermoplastic member is joined to the first thermoplastic member. 1. A method of manufacturing a structural joint assembly comprising:molding a first thermoplastic member having at least one protrusion with fibrous material provided therein;molding a second thermoplastic member;providing a reinforcement member sized to be received by the first thermoplastic member and having a receptacle for a mating engagement with the at least one protrusion;mounting the reinforcement member to the first thermoplastic member such that the receptacle of the reinforcement member is retained by the protrusion without adhesive bonding or overmolding; andjoining the second thermoplastic member to the first thermoplastic member at the at least one protrusion such that the reinforcement member is provided between the first thermoplastic member and the second thermoplastic member thereby increasing load capacity.2. The method of manufacturing of further comprising welding the second thermoplastic member to the first thermoplastic member.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 13
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Vehicle Body Structure

Номер: US20140035308A1
Автор: Suzuki Koji, Teshima Masatomo, Yagi Yutaka, Yamaji Tadashi
Принадлежит: TEIJIN LIMITED

A vehicle body structure in which a vehicle body including an upper vehicle body and a lower vehicle body that are joined is constituted in whole or in part by a fiber-reinforced composite material, metal members are inserted into the respective upper vehicle body and lower vehicle body, the metal members being fastened to each other to form a joint portion, and at least two functional components are attached to the joint portion. 1. A vehicle body structure in which a vehicle body including an upper vehicle body and a lower vehicle body that are joined is constituted in whole or in part by a fiber-reinforced composite material ,wherein metal members are inserted into the respective upper vehicle body and lower vehicle body, the metal members being fastened to each other to form a joint portion,further wherein at least two functional components are attached to the joint portion.2. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , wherein the functional components are selected from the group consisting of a suspension claim 1 , a door claim 1 , a front hood claim 1 , a steering support claim 1 , and a crushable structure.3. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , wherein the fiber-reinforced composite material includes a thermoplastic resin as a matrix.4. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , wherein the fiber-reinforced composite material includes a carbon fiber as a reinforcing fiber.5. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , wherein the fiber-reinforced composite material includes a thermoplastic resin as a matrix and a carbon fiber as a reinforcing fiber.6. The vehicle body structure according to claim 3 , wherein the fiber-reinforced composite material is a material in which reinforcing fibers are stacked to form into a random mat and impregnated with the thermoplastic resin.7. The vehicle body structure according to claim 4 , wherein the fiber-reinforced composite material is a material in which reinforcing fibers are stacked to ...

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Номер записи: 14
20-02-2014 дата публикации

CONNECTION ARRANGEMENT AND CROSSMEMBER

Номер: US20140049075A1
Автор: Kasper Stephan, Mayer Franz, Offner Arnaud, Schmieder Hansjoerg, Vogel Daniel
Принадлежит:

A connection arrangement for connecting two tube pieces of a crossmember for a vehicle has a first attachment element made of a first material, wherein the first attachment element is provided for a solid material-bonded connection to at least a first tube piece which comprises the first material. Furthermore, the first attachment element has a second attachment element which is fastened to the first attachment element, wherein the second attachment element consists essentially of a second material differing from the first material, wherein the second attachment element is provided for a solid material-bonded connection to a second tube piece which comprises the second material. Furthermore, a crossmember has such a connection arrangement. 1. A connection arrangement for connecting two tube pieces of a crossmember for a vehicle , comprisinga first tube having a first material,a first attachment element essentially made of the first material and arranged to be solidly connected to the first tube piece in material-bonded manner,a second tube having a second material different from the first material,a second attachment element essentially made of the second material and fastened to the first attachment element, the second attachment element arranged to be solidly connected to the second tube piece in material-bonded manner.2. The connection arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the first attachment element and the second attachment element are arranged in succession aligned in the longitudinal direction.3. The connection arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the first attachment element and the second attachment element are tubular.4. The connection arrangement according to claim 3 , wherein the first attachment element and the second attachment element have different wail thicknesses.5. The connection arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the first attachment element and the second attachment element have different cross sections.6. The connection ...

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Номер записи: 15
06-03-2014 дата публикации

AUTOMOBILE FRAME COMPONENT

Номер: US20140064831A1
Автор: FUJITA Takeshi, Kitani Yasushi, Takebe Hiroyuki, Tamai Yoshikiyo
Принадлежит: H-ONE CO., LTD.

An automobile frame component includes a closed section constituted by welding a flange portion to a panel part, wherein when a welding position coordinate is represented in a coordinate system in which an end of a contact position between the flange portion and the panel part is assumed as 0, and a flange outer end side of the flange portion is assumed as negative (−) whereas a vertical wall side is assumed as positive (+), and when a radius of a circular arc-like portion connecting a vertical wall portion and the flange portion in the substantially hat-like shape is denoted as R (mm), and a weldable gap amount is denoted as a (mm), a welding position X represented by the following formula is continuously welded using a one-side welding method: 1. An automobile frame component comprising a closed section constituted by welding a flange portion of a frame component having a substantially hat-like sectional shape to another frame component or a panel part disposed facing the flange portion , wherein {'br': None, 'i': Ra−a', 'X>', 'R, 'sup': '2', '+.(2)≧1.5 where 2.'}, 'when a welding position coordinate is represented in a coordinate system in which an end of a contact position between the flange portion and the other frame component or the panel part is assumed as 0, and a flange outer end side of the flange portion is assumed as negative (−) whereas a vertical wall side in the substantially hat-like shape is assumed as positive (+), and when a radius of a circular arc-like portion connecting the vertical wall portion and the flange portion in the substantially hat-like shape is denoted as R (mm), and a weldable gap amount is denoted as a (mm), a welding position X represented by the following formula is continuously welded using a one-side welding method2. The automobile frame component according to claim 1 , wherein the one-side welding method is a laser-arc hybrid welding method claim 1 , in which the welding position X represented by the following formula is ...

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Номер записи: 16
27-03-2014 дата публикации

VEHICLE

Номер: US20140084635A1
Автор: Matsuda Hiroshi, WATANABE Jun
Принадлежит: FUJI JUKOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A vehicle includes: a main frame having a plurality of members; and a reinforcing member that is made of a reinforced resin and that is disposed at a junction where two members out of the plurality of members intersect a point from two directions or a bent portion of one member. 1. A vehicle comprising:a main frame having a plurality of members; anda reinforcing member made of a reinforced resin and disposed at a junction where two members out of the plurality of members intersect a point from two directions or at a bent portion of one of the plurality of members.2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the two members at the junction where the two members intersect a point from two directions are joined through the reinforcing member.3. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing member has a three-directional structure.4. The vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the reinforcing member has a three-directional structure.5. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the two members includes an outer member and an inner member; and the reinforcing member is disposed in a tubular hollow space defined between the outer and inner members so as to make a clearance in which the reinforcing member nearly comes into contact with inner walls of the outer and inner members.6. The vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the two members includes an outer member and an inner member; and the reinforcing member is disposed in a tubular hollow space defined between the outer and inner members so as to make a clearance in which the reinforcing member nearly comes into contact with inner walls of the outer and inner members.7. The vehicle according to claim 5 , wherein the reinforcing member is disposed in a hollow space defined in a bent portion of one of the plurality of members or in a hollow space defined in a bent portion where the plurality of members intersect; and the reinforcing member is disposed in an outer corner part of the bent portion so as to ...

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Номер записи: 17
06-01-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE SIDE MEMBER

Номер: US20220001926A1
Автор: KIM Il Do
Принадлежит:

A vehicle side member includes: a main member portion which extends in a longitudinal direction of a vehicle; a front-side mounting portion which is one-piece construction with a front portion of the main member portion; a rear-side mounting portion which is one-piece construction with a rear portion of the main member portion; and a damper mounting portion which is one-piece construction with the main member portion, and in which a top end of a damper is received and mounted. 1. A vehicle side member , comprising:a main member portion configured to extend in a longitudinal direction of a vehicle;a front-side mounting portion which is one-piece construction with a front portion of the main member portion;a rear-side mounting portion which is one-piece construction with a rear portion of the main member portion; anda damper mounting portion which is one-piece construction with the main member portion, and in which a top end of a damper is received and mounted.2. The vehicle side member according to claim 1 , wherein the main member portion includes:a main top wall;a main bottom wall opposing to the main top wall;a main inboard sidewall facing an interior of the vehicle;a main outboard sidewall facing an exterior of the vehicle; anda main cavity defined by the main top wall, the main bottom wall, the main inboard sidewall, and the main outboard sidewall.3. The vehicle side member according to claim 2 , wherein the damper mounting portion has a mounting cavity which is recessed from the main bottom wall toward the main top wall.4. The vehicle side member according to claim 3 , wherein: a front-side mounting wall facing a front of the vehicle,', 'a rear-side mounting wall facing a rear of the vehicle,', 'an inboard-side mounting wall facing the interior of the vehicle,', 'an outboard-side mounting wall facing the exterior of the vehicle, and', 'a support surface located under the main top wall of the main member portion, and, 'the damper mounting portion includesthe ...

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Номер записи: 18
06-01-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20220001933A1
Автор: SHIMANAKA Tsuneki
Принадлежит: MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION

A vehicle body structure includes: a pair of roof side rails, each of which constitutes at least one each of closed cross sections and extends in a vehicle longitudinal direction; and a roof panel that is stretched between the pair of roof side rails and extends in a vehicle width direction. The roof panel has: a body section that extends in the vehicle width direction; and a flange section that is provided to both end portions in the vehicle width direction of the body section and extends in the vehicle width direction along a lower surface of the closed cross section. The flange section is fixed to a lower surface of the closed cross section. 1. A vehicle body structure of an automobile , the vehicle body structure comprising:a pair of roof side rails that constitutes at least one closed cross section and extends in a vehicle longitudinal direction; anda roof panel that extends between the pair of roof side rails in a vehicle width direction, whereinthe roof panel has: a body section that extends in the vehicle width direction; and a flange section that is provided to both end portions in the vehicle width direction of the body section and extends in the vehicle width direction along a lower surface of the at least one closed cross section, andthe flange section is fixed to the lower surface of the at least one closed cross section.2. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe flange section is adhered to the lower surface of the closed cross section by an adhesive and is fastened thereto by a fastener.3. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , whereineach of the roof side rails is constructed of a first frame and a second frame that is adhered to said first frame,each of the first frame and the second frame forms respective closed cross sections of said at least one closed cross section,the closed cross section of the second frame extends in the vehicle width direction so as to cover the first frame and the flange section from above, ...

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Номер записи: 19
01-01-2015 дата публикации

ROCKER END PLATE, ASSEMBLIES INCLUDING THE SAME AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

Номер: US20150001887A1
Автор: JOHNSON JOHN C., Saje Robert N., Swartzell Terry A.
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A number of variations may include a product including a rocker end plate attached to at least one of a rocker, a rear rail or an outer stamping for a vehicle rear rail. 1. A product comprising:a rocker end plate attached to at least one of a rocker, a rear rail or an outer stamping for a rear rail.2. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker end plate is attached to the rear rail and the rocker.3. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker end plate is attached to the rear rail.4. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker end plate is attached to the rocker.5. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker includes a rocker end face and wherein the rocker end plate overlaps the rocker end face.6. A product as set forth in the rocker includes a first side wall and opposite second side wall claim 4 , a bottom wall and a top wall claim 4 , wherein the walls terminate in an end face and wherein the rocker end plate attached to the end face and overlaps each of the first side wall claim 4 , opposite second side wall claim 4 , a bottom wall and a top wall.7. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker terminates in an end face and wherein the rocker plate is attached to the end face by at least one of an adhesive claim 1 , a mechanical fastener or a weld.8. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker plate is attached to the end face by an adhesive and a mechanical fastener.9. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker plate is attached to the end face by a mechanical fastener.10. A product as set forth in wherein the mechanical fastener is a flow drill screw.11. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker end plate is attached to a rear rail by at least one of a weld or mechanical fastener.12. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker end plate is attached to an outer stamping for a rear rail by at least one of a weld or mechanical fastener.13. A product as set forth in wherein the rocker end plate is attached to an outer stamping for rear rail by a ...

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Номер записи: 20
05-01-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADHESIVE INJECTION FOR NODE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170001368A1
Автор: "OBRIEN Matthew M.", BALZER William Bradley, Czinger Kevin R., OMOHUNDRO Zachary Meyer, PENMETSA Praveen Varma
Принадлежит:

A joint design to provide an adhesive injection path to connect tubes for a space frame, where a space frame may be a vehicle chassis, is provided. The joint may connect carbon fiber tubes and may be designed with different shapes and configurations. The joint may include acceptor ports that may mate with a tube and simultaneously contact an inner surface and outer surface of the tube for a strong connection. The joint may also include centering features which may create a space between a surface of the tube and a surface of the joint through which adhesive may flow. Adhesive can be injected into a connection space between the joint and the tube through one or more integrated structural features in the joint that can provide a channel for directing adhesive to the connection space. 1. A joint member for forming a connection between two or more tubes , the joint member comprising:two or more acceptor ports, wherein each acceptor port is formed with an inner protrusion that (1) is configured to be fitted inside a corresponding tube of the two or more tubes when the joint is connected to the corresponding tube and (2) includes one or more fluid delivery paths built into a side wall of the inner protrusion; andone or more fluid delivery ports that are in fluid communication with a space between an inner surface of the corresponding tube and an outer surface of the inner protrusion when the joint is connected to the corresponding tube, said fluid communication provided through the one or more fluid delivery paths built into the side wall of the inner protrusion.2. The joint member of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more fluid delivery ports is an adhesive injection port.3. The joint member of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more fluid delivery ports is a vacuum port.4. The joint member of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more fluid delivery ports is in fluid communication with a container that holds a volume of adhesive.5. The joint ...

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Номер записи: 21
07-01-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY LOWER PART STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210001926A1
Автор: Kagami Ayaka, KANNO Mitsuo, MATSUI Hatsumi, Murata Soshiro
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A vehicle body lower part structure includes: a floor panel; and a vehicle body frame member including a frame body, an inner side wall, a joint flange projecting inward in a vehicle width direction from an inner surface of the inner side wall in the vehicle width direction, and having a joining surface on which an end of the floor panel in the vehicle width direction is stacked and to which the end of the floor panel in the vehicle width direction is joined, and a recess provided to the frame body, recessed outward in the vehicle width direction from the inner surface of the inner side wall in the vehicle width direction, and having a surface that is continuous and flush with the joining surface of the joint flange. 1. A vehicle body lower part structure comprising:a floor panel disposed in a lower part of a vehicle body; and a frame body provided on a side of the floor panel in a vehicle width direction, extending along a vehicle front-rear direction, and having an open cross section or a closed cross section,', 'an inner side wall provided at an inner end of the frame body in the vehicle width direction and extending along a vehicle up-down direction and the vehicle front-rear direction,', 'a joint flange projecting inward in the vehicle width direction from an inner surface of the inner side wall in the vehicle width direction, having a thickness in the vehicle up-down direction, and having a joining surface on which an end of the floor panel in the vehicle width direction is stacked and to which the end of the floor panel in the vehicle width direction is joined, and', 'a recess provided to the frame body, recessed outward in the vehicle width direction from the inner surface of the inner side wall in the vehicle width direction, and having a surface that is continuous and flush with the joining surface of the joint flange., 'a vehicle body frame member including'}2. The vehicle body lower part structure according to claim 1 , wherein a non-joining surface that ...

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Номер записи: 22
04-01-2018 дата публикации

UNIT WITH LONGITUDINAL BEAM AND FRONT PLATE FOR A MOTOR-VEHICLE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20180001933A1
Автор: BARUTELLO Paolo, Laera Luigi, PIERMARIOLI Giorgio
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Unit with longitudinal beam and front plate for a motor-vehicle front structure, comprising a longitudinal beam in the form of a hollow profile and a front plate rigidly connected to a front end of said longitudinal beam. The longitudinal beam comprises a first beam element defining an upper wall, a lower wall and a first side wall of the longitudinal beam and a second beam element having a wall defining a second side wall of the longitudinal beam. The front plate has a rear face facing towards the longitudinal beam to which there are welded a first flange and a second flange which are separate from each other, for connecting the front end of the longitudinal beam. The first flange is a C-shaped bracket with an upper wall, a lower wall and a side wall respectively welded to the upper wall, the lower wall and the first side wall defined by said first beam element. The second flange is an L-shaped bracket, with a first wall welded to the rear face of the front plate and a second wall facing towards said second side wall defined by said second beam element. The above mentioned welds are electric spot welds. The two flanges may have different thickness. 1. Unit with longitudinal beam and front plate for a motor-vehicle front structure , comprising a longitudinal beam in the form of a hollow profile and a front plate rigidly connected to a front end of said longitudinal beam , said longitudinal beam comprises a first beam element defining an upper wall, a lower wall and a first side wall of the longitudinal beam and a second beam element having a wall defining a second side wall of the longitudinal beam,', 'said front plate has a rear face facing towards the longitudinal beam to which a first flange and a second flange are welded, which are separate from each other for connection of the front end of the longitudinal beam,', 'said first flange is a C-shaped bracket, with an upper wall, a lower wall and a side wall respectively welded to said upper wall, said lower wall ...

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Номер записи: 23
04-01-2018 дата публикации

CARGO BODY AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20180001940A1
Автор: Eicher Todd Randall, Zehner Riley
Принадлежит:

The invention provides a method of assembling a roof of a cargo body. A plurality of sidewalls are provided, each comprising a side panel and an upper rail coupled to the side panel. A roof panel is located above the plurality of sidewalls adjacent the upper rails. A roof bow extends between the upper rails below the roof panel. The roof bow is fixed to a track of one of the upper rails with a fastener. 1. A cargo body comprising:a floor comprising a floor panel provided to support a load;a first longitudinal rail extending in a lengthwise direction of the cargo body, the first longitudinal rail having an interior side and an exterior side opposite the interior side;a second longitudinal rail extending in the lengthwise direction of the cargo body, parallel to the first longitudinal rail at a fixed distance therefrom, the second longitudinal rail having an interior side and an exterior side opposite the interior side, wherein the interior side of at least one of the first and second longitudinal rails is provided with a longitudinally extending channel open along an interior side thereof; anda plurality of transverse beams, each having a first end fixed to the first longitudinal rail and a second end fixed to the second longitudinal rail,wherein each of the plurality of transverse beams is secured to at least one of the first and second longitudinal rails by at least one fastener partially retained inside the channel of the longitudinal rail and extending through the first or second end of the transverse beam, the plurality of transverse beams being secured in place between the first and second longitudinal rails without penetrating either of the first and second longitudinal rails to leave exposed surfaces at the exterior sides thereof intact at locations of the plurality of transverse beams.2. The cargo body of claim 1 , further comprising first and second sidewalls extending both in the lengthwise direction and vertically from the floor panel.3. The cargo body of ...

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Номер записи: 24
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Galvanized Vehicle Frame Assemblies and Methods for Forming the Same

Номер: US20200001925A1
Автор: Cassway Rustin Arthur, Fisher David John, Perry Albert Stephen
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The present invention relates to a vehicle frame assembly and methods of forming such assemblies as well as bracket for use in such assemblies. The assemblies include crossmembers arranged transversely and one or more rails extending longitudinally with respect to the crossmembers. Brackets are provided for connecting the crossmembers to the rail, and each bracket includes a first plate, a second plate and a connection section connecting the first plate to the second plate and bridging an area between the first and second plates. The first plates and the second plates of the brackets are configured to engage and be secured to either a surface of the at least one rail or a surface of the plurality of crossmembers. The brackets are configures so that when the first plates are secured to the surface of a rail, the second plates are secured to the surface of a crossmember and when the first plates are secured to the surface of a crossmember, the second plates are secured to the surface of a rail. The plurality of crossmembers or the at least one rail or both are galvanized, and may be galvanized before assembly of the frame. The brackets may also be galvanized. 1. A vehicle frame assembly , comprising:a plurality of crossmembers arranged generally transversely and at least one rail extending generally longitudinally with respect to the plurality of crossmembers;a plurality of brackets each for connecting the plurality of crossmembers to the at least one rail, wherein each bracket comprises a first plate, a second plate and a connection section connecting the first plate to the second plate, the connection section configured to bridge an area between the first plate and the second plate;wherein the first plates and the second plates of the plurality of brackets are configured to engage and be secured to either a surface of the at least one rail or a surface of the plurality of crossmembers;wherein the plurality of brackets are configured such that when the first plates ...

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Номер записи: 25
02-01-2020 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20200001927A1
Автор: Grattan Patrick, MCGORY Michael
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A vehicle body structure includes a first structural member extending in a vehicle lateral direction and a second structural member extending in a vehicle longitudinal direction. The second structural member is connected to the first structural member. An off-center impact structure is connected to at least one of the first structural member and the second structural member. The off-center impact structure has a curved contact surface. The curved contact surface is laterally spaced from the other of the first structural member and the second structural member. 1. A vehicle body structure comprising:a first structural member extending in a vehicle lateral direction;a second structural member extending in a vehicle longitudinal direction, the second structural member being connected to the first structural member; andan off-center impact structure connected to at least one of the first and second structural members, the off-center impact structure having a contact surface,the contact surface being spaced from the other of the first and second structural members.2. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 ,whereinthe contact surface is curved.3. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe second structural member is disposed between the off-center impact structure and a longitudinal center line of the vehicle in a lateral direction.4. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , whereina first height of the off-center impact structure is at least as large as a second height of the second structural member.5. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 , whereina load distributing member is connected to the off-center impact structure.6. The vehicle body structure according to claim 5 , whereinthe load distributing member extends further rearwardly in the vehicle longitudinal direction then the off-center impact structure.7. The vehicle body structure according to claim 5 , whereinthe load distributing member is disposed between the off- ...

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Номер записи: 26
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle body rear portion structure

Номер: US20190002031A1
Автор: Hirofumi Kikuchi, Kazutaka Kanezashi, Keiichiro Okuyama, Kengo Kishida, Yuki Muramatsu
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A vehicle body rear portion structure includes a rear end panel, a rear side frame, a rear end cross member, a first gusset, and a second gusset. The rear end cross member extends in a vehicle width direction along the rear end panel and is separately disposed above the rear side frame. The first gusset connects the rear side frame to the rear end panel. The second gusset connects the rear side frame to the rear end cross member above the first gusset.

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Номер записи: 27
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Component Connection

Номер: US20150003899A1
Автор: LANKENAU Carsten, van Niekerk Johann, VIETZE Eva, ZECH Sebastian
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A component connection is provided. The component connection has a first component, at least a first male fixing element projecting from the first component, and a second component, the second component has at least a female fixing element, into which the male fixing element is fitted. At least the first component consists of a fiber-reinforced plastic material. 1. A component connection , comprising:a first component;at least a first male fixing element projecting from the first component; 'at least the first component is formed of a fiber-reinforced plastic material.', 'a second component, which has at least a female fixing element, into which the male fixing element is fitted, wherein'}2. The component connection according to claim 1 , whereinthe first and second components are clamped to one another by way of the male and female fixing elements.3. The component connection according to claim 2 , whereinthe male fixing element is formed of a plastic material.4. The component connection according to claim 3 , whereinthe plastic material of the male fixing element is different than the plastic material of the first component.5. The component connection according to claim 3 , whereinthe male fixing element is formed partially or entirely of a thermoplastic material.6. The component connection according to claim 1 , wherein a head-type element; and', 'the head-type element and the basic element are formed of the same material.', 'a basic element; wherein'}], 'the male fixing element comprises7. The component connection according to claim 6 , whereinthe basic element is embedded in the first component.8. The component connection according to claim 7 , whereinthe basic element has a plate shape.9. The component connection according to claim 6 , whereina top side of the basic element, from which the head-type element projects, is substantially at a level with a top side of the first component or transitions smoothly into a top side of the first component.10. The ...

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Номер записи: 28
01-01-2015 дата публикации

CAST SOCKET STRUCTURE, ASSEMBLIES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

Номер: US20150003904A1
Автор: Kielbik Robert M., Saje Robert N., Wyszynski Artur
Принадлежит:

A number of variations may include a product including a cast socket structure that may be used to join rails of a vehicle. 1. A product comprising:a cast socket structure having an inner face and an inner flange extending inwardly from the inner face, a first lip extending from the inner face and connected to the inner flange, a second lip extending from the inner face and connected to the inner flange, the first lip and the second lip defining, at least in part, a first socket for receiving a first rail of a vehicle, a third lip extending from the inner face and connected to the inner flange and a fourth lip extending from the inner face and connected to the inner flange, the third lip and fourth lip defining, at least in part, a second socket for receiving a second rail of a vehicle, the inner flange having a first edge and an opposite second edge, each of the first lip and second lip having an inner face each meeting with the first edge of the inner flange, and each of the third lip and the fourth lip having an inner face meeting with the second edge of the inner flange, and wherein at least one of the inner face of the first lip, inner face of the second lip, first edge of the inner flange, second edge of the inner flange, inner face of the third lip or inner face of the fourth lip are machined to allow at least one of a first rail or second rail to be butted against the inner flange without tolerances or with substantially no tolerances.2. A product as set forth in wherein the cast socket structure is constructed and arranged so that there is no fillet connected to the inner flange.3. A product as set forth in wherein the inner flange further comprises a plurality of projections extending from at least one of the first side or second side of the inner flange.4. A product as set forth in wherein the cast socket structure comprises a trunk portion having a threaded bore through-hole communicating with the first socket.5. A product as set forth in further ...

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Номер записи: 29
20-01-2022 дата публикации

CHASSIS FRAME MODULE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE

Номер: US20220017146A1
Автор: OH Hyoun Young, WOO Hyun Jin
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A chassis frame module for an electric vehicle may include: a main frame; a front frame connected to the front of the main frame; and a rear frame connected to the rear of the main frame. The front frame may include: a first front frame disposed at the front of the main frame; a second front frame extending from the first front frame toward the main frame; and a front joint part configured to connect the main frame and the second front frame. 1. A chassis frame module for an electric vehicle , comprising:a main frame;a front frame connected to a front of the main frame; anda rear frame connected to a rear of the main frame,wherein the front frame comprises:a first front frame disposed at the front of the main frame;a second front frame extending from the first front frame toward the main frame; anda front joint part configured to connect the main frame to the second front frame.2. The chassis frame module of claim 1 , wherein the front joint part comprises:a front joint body part;a main frame support part protruding from the front joint body part and covering an outer surface of the main frame; anda front frame insertion part protruding from the front joint body part and inserted into the second front frame.3. The chassis frame module of claim 2 , wherein the front frame insertion part has a width that decreases toward the second front frame.4. The chassis frame module of claim 2 , wherein the front frame insertion part has a front tap hole formed therethrough claim 2 ,wherein the front tap hole is connected to a front processing hole formed through the second front frame.5. The chassis frame module of claim 2 , wherein the front joint body part has a hollow structure claim 2 , and includes a plurality of front auxiliary reinforcement parts formed therein.6. The chassis frame module of claim 1 , wherein the rear frame comprises:a first rear frame disposed at the rear of the main frame;a second rear frame mounted on the first rear frame; anda rear joint part having a ...

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Номер записи: 30
12-01-2017 дата публикации

MOUNTING BOLT FOR SUB-FRAME

Номер: US20170008564A1
Автор: HWANG Jeong Jae, LEE Mun Yong, NAM Kisung
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A mounting bolt for a sub-frame is disclosed. A mounting bolt for a sub-frame that is configured to a sub-frame to a front side member of a vehicle according to one or a plurality of exemplary embodiments of the present invention may include a bolt body that is inserted into a through-hole of a mounting bracket that is fixed to the front side member and joined to the mounting bracket through a head portion, and a support body that has a cylindrical shape, is friction-welded to a center of an upper surface of a head portion of the bolt body along one line, and of which an upper end is joined to the front side member. 1. A mounting bolt for a sub-frame that is configured to a sub-frame to a front side member of a vehicle , comprising:a bolt body that is inserted into a through-hole of a mounting bracket that is fixed to the front side member and joined to the mounting bracket through a head portion; anda support body that has a cylindrical shape, is friction-welded to a center of an upper surface of a head portion of the bolt body along one line, and of which an upper end is joined to the front side member.2. The mounting bolt for a sub-frame of claim 1 , whereinthe support body is friction-welded to be joined in a condition in which a front end thereof is inserted into a groove that is formed at a center of an upper surface of the head portion.3. The mounting bolt for a sub-frame of claim 1 , whereinthe support body is friction-welded to the head portion in a condition in which a front end thereof is inserted into a protruded portion that is formed at a center of an upper surface of the head portion.4. The mounting bolt for a sub-frame of claim 3 , whereinthe head portion has an insertion groove into which a front end of the support body is inserted at a circumference of the protruded portion.5. The mounting bolt for a sub-frame of claim 4 , whereinthe support body is friction-welded to be joined in a condition in which a front end thereof is inserted into the ...

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Номер записи: 31
12-01-2017 дата публикации

UNDERBODY MANUFACTURING METHOD AND VEHICLE UNDERBODY

Номер: US20170008572A1
Автор: Wu Tai-Te
Принадлежит: Thunder Power Hong Kong Ltd.

The present disclosure provides an underbody manufacturing method and a vehicle underbody. The method includes determining dimensions for the vehicle underbody and underbody panels, selecting the underbody panels, putting the underbody panels in a stamping die for stamping to form concave and convex parts on the underbody panels, welding the stamped underbody panels to splice the underbody in the length direction and/or the width direction, so as to make the underbody reach the determined length and width. Underbodies with various dimensions can be formed using the same stamping die, and accordingly, die cost is saved and vehicle development time is shortened, which provides convenience for diversified body designs on the whole. 1. A method for manufacturing a vehicle panel , the method comprising:determining dimensions for the vehicle panel, the dimensions for the vehicle panel including a length and a width;determining dimensions for multiple underbody sub-panels, wherein the dimensions for the multiple underbody sub-panels are determined based on the dimensions for the vehicle panel, wherein determined dimensions for the multiple underbody sub-panels are the same so that the individual one of the multiple underbody sub-panels fits into a same stamping die;dividing the vehicle panel into the multiple underbody sub-panels according the determine dimensions for the multiple underbody sub-panels ;putting the multiple underbody sub-panels in the same stamping die for stamping to form concave parts and convex parts on the multiple underbody sub-panels; andwelding the stamped multiple underbody sub-panels to form the vehicle panel which is spliced by the multiple underbody sub-panels in the length direction and/or the width direction, so as to make the vehicle panel reach the determined length and width.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the determined dimensions of each underbody panel in the multiple underbody sub-panels is smaller than or equal to that of the largest ...

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Номер записи: 32
12-01-2017 дата публикации

JOINT STRUCTURE BODY OF MEMBERS

Номер: US20170008573A1
Автор: FUJIMOTO Hiroki, Nakazawa Yoshiaki, OTSUKA Kenichiro, YASUYAMA Masanori
Принадлежит: NIPPON STEEL & SUMITOMO METAL CORPORATION

Mechanical properties, in particular torsional rigidity and absorbed energy properties in axial crushing, of a joint structure body including a joint formed by joining members are further improved. 1. A joint structure body of members comprising:a first member;a second member, an end of the second member being thrust against a surface of the first member; anda joint that joins the first member and the second member,wherein the joint includes an end flange that is formed continuously along the end of the second member and of which at least one part overlaps the surface of the first member and a unit joint that joins the end flange and the first member,the end flange is formed continuously to at least one part of the end of the second member via a rising curved surface portion and the rising curved surface portion includes a wall-thickened portion of which a sheet thickness is made larger than a sheet thickness of the second member, andat least one part of the unit joint is provided in a range of 3 mm or less from a boundary between the end flange and the wall-thickened portion.2. The joint structure body of members according to claim 1 , whereinthe second member has a substantially hat-like or gutter-like cross-sectional shape,the end flange includes a ridge flange formed at an end of a ridge between a web part and a wall part forming the substantially hat-like or gutter-like shape, andthe rising curved surface portion between the ridge and the ridge flange is formed as the wall-thickened portion.3. The joint structure body of members according to claim 2 , wherein the unit joint is formed continuously from the end of the ridge to an end of at least one part of the web part and the wall part continuing to the ridge.4. The joint structure body of members according to claim 1 , wherein the unit joint is formed continuously over an entire length of one part of the end flange claim 1 , the part being in contact with the surface of the first member.5. The joint structure ...

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Номер записи: 33
27-01-2022 дата публикации

PICKUP TRUCK SIDEWALL STRUCTURAL ASSEMBLY AND STRUCTURAL SUPPORT METHOD

Номер: US20220024524A1
Автор: BOGACHUK Vladimir Vladimirovich, CUREA Marius, GALLAGHER Steve William, March Jamie Joseph, MORGANS Shawn Michael, SYED Musheeruddin Zubair
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A structural assembly for a pickup truck sidewall includes, among other things, a C-pillar, a belt rail extending rearward from the C-pillar, and a truss spanning from the belt rail to the C-pillar. A method of structurally supporting a sidewall of a pickup truck includes the steps of securing a first end portion of a truss to a belt rail that extends rearward from a C-pillar of the pickup truck, and securing an opposite, second end portion of the truss to a C-pillar. 1. A structural assembly for a pickup truck sidewall , comprising:a C-pillar;a D-pillar;a belt rail extending rearward from the C-pillar to the D-pillar; anda truss spanning from the belt rail to the C-pillar.2. The structural assembly of claim 1 , wherein the truss is forward a wheel well area of the vehicle.3. The structural assembly of claim 2 , wherein the truss is a first truss claim 2 , and further comprising a second truss and a third truss claim 2 , the second truss extending vertically downward from the belt rail aft of the wheel well area claim 2 , the third truss extending rearward from the second truss to a D-pillar.4. The structural assembly of claim 3 , wherein an inner panel of a pickup truck sidewall is directly connected to the first truss claim 3 , the second truss claim 3 , and the belt rail.5. The structural assembly of claim 4 , wherein the inner panel is a metal or metal alloy.6. (canceled)7. The structural assembly of claim 1 , wherein the truss has a hat-shaped longitudinal cross-section.8. The structural assembly of claim 1 , wherein a first end portion of the truss is directly connected to the belt rail claim 1 , and an opposite claim 1 , second end portion of the truss is directly connected to the C-pillar.9. The structural assembly of claim 8 , wherein the first end portion is welded to the belt rail claim 8 , and the second end portion is welded to the C-pillar.10. The structural assembly of claim 1 , wherein a inner panel is directly connected to the truss and the belt ...

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Номер записи: 34
12-01-2017 дата публикации

WASHERS FOR MOUNTING ENGINE MOUNTING MEMBERS AND ACCOMMODATING THERMAL GROWTH

Номер: US20170009931A1
Автор: BURMA EUGENE M., HORNSETH WILLIAM B., Johnson Paul D., Knealing Charles D., MAHESHWARI GUNJAN, Sandlass Gary
Принадлежит: Cummins Power Generation IP, Inc.

An apparatus includes a chassis and a plurality of mounting members positioned on the chassis and structured to mount an engine. A contact member is in contact with a surface of each of the first set of the plurality of mounting members and is proximate to the chassis. The contact member includes a first material having a first hardness greater than a second hardness of a second material of the plurality of mounting members. The first set of mounting members are slidable over the contact member in response to thermal expansion of the engine. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a plurality of mounting members structured to mount an engine;a chassis, the plurality of mounting members positioned on the chassis; anda contact member in contact with a surface of each of the mounting members, the surface proximate to the chassis;wherein the contact member comprises a first material and the mounting members comprise a second material, the first material having a first hardness greater than a second hardness of the second material, and the mounting members are slidable over the contact member in response to thermal expansion of the engine.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the contact member comprises a first washer claim 1 , wherein the apparatus further comprises:a second washer in contact with a first surface of each of the mounting members, the first surface distal from the chassis,wherein at least one of the first washer and the second washer comprise the first material and the mounting members are slidable between the first washer and the second washer in response to thermal expansion of the engine.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the first material comprises a ceramic claim 2 , diamond claim 2 , or graphene.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the first material comprises a ceramic.5. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein each of the first washer and the second washer comprises the first material.6. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the at least one of the first ...

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Номер записи: 35
10-01-2019 дата публикации

ACTUATOR FOR MOVING A BRAKE BOOSTER DURING A COLLISION

Номер: US20190009766A1
Автор: MECKENSTOCK Daniel, SAWATZKI Marius, SPURLING Michael
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A brake booster is mounted on a forward bulkhead of a motor vehicle having two elements, a first element being securely connected to the brake booster whilst a second element is securely connected to the bulkhead. The two elements are restrained against vertical movement relative to one another by at least one connector which is deformed or fails upon a movement of the brake booster upward relative to the bulkhead. An actuator is movably mounted to the bulkhead below the brake booster and rearward of a gearbox housing such that rearward movement of the gearbox housing during a frontal collision presses against the actuator and moves the actuator upward to apply pressure to the brake booster, the pressure causing the brake booster to move upward relative to the bulkhead. 1. Apparatus comprising:a brake booster;a rear mounting element secured to a vehicle front bulkhead;a forward mounting element secured to the brake booster and engaging the rear mounting element to mount the brake booster to the bulkhead, the engagement between the rear and forward mounting elements permitting upward movement of the forward mounting element relative to the rear mounting element when upward pressure applied to the brake booster exceeds a limit-value; andan actuator pivotably mounted to the bulkhead below the brake booster and rearward of a vehicle component such that rearward movement of the vehicle component during a frontal collision causes the actuator to rotate upward and apply upward pressure to the brake booster exceeding the limit-value.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising at least one connector engaging the first and second elements to resist relative movement therebetween until the pressure applied by the actuator to the brake booster exceeds a limit-value.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the connector comprises a bolt extending through mutually aligned first and second bores defined by the front and rear mounting elements respectively.4. The apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 36
10-01-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE FRONT PORTION STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190009829A1
Автор: Nakazawa Yoshiaki, OTSUKA Kenichiro, Shirakami Satoshi
Принадлежит: NIPPON STEEL & SUMITOMO METAL CORPORATION

[Object] To achieve a weight reduction of a car body structure while maintaining collision safety to collisions from the front side of the vehicle. 1. A vehicle front portion structure comprising:a framework member in a gutter shape provided in a vehicle length direction from a front box to a cabin and having a side wall; anda dash lower panel that includes a gutter section having a side wall and fitted into an inside of the framework member and in which the side wall of the gutter section and the side wall of the framework member are joined together.2. The vehicle front portion structure according to claim 1 ,wherein the side wall of the gutter section and the side wall of the framework member are joined together by a joint section, andthe joint section is at least one of a weld, a fastening section, an adhesion section, and a sticking joint section.3. The vehicle front portion structure according to claim 2 ,wherein the weld is formed in a line continuing while winding in the vehicle length direction.4. The vehicle front portion structure according to claim 2 ,wherein the weld is formed by laser welding and/or arc welding.5. The vehicle front portion structure according to claim 2 ,wherein the weld is formed by spot welding or arc spot welding.6. The vehicle front portion structure according to claim 1 ,wherein at least a part of the side wall of the gutter section is provided with a first fitting groove extending in a vehicle height direction,the side wall of the framework member is provided with a second fitting groove corresponding to the first fitting groove, andthe first fitting groove is fitted into the second fitting groove.7. The vehicle front portion structure according to claim 1 ,wherein a contact member in contact with the side walls that mutually face each other of the gutter section is provided inside the gutter section.8. The vehicle front portion structure according to claim 7 ,wherein the contact member is formed of a resin or a metal.9. The ...

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Номер записи: 37
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle body structure

Номер: US20190009833A1
Автор: Hideaki Yamagishi
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A vehicle body structure includes a floor tunnel, a cross member, and a bulkhead. The cross member includes a cross member longitudinal wall and a cross member flange. The bulkhead includes a bulkhead longitudinal wall. The bulkhead longitudinal wall and the cross member longitudinal wall are arranged at the same position in a vehicle body front-to-rear direction. The first cross member flange includes a bond part that is bonded to the floor tunnel and a welding part. The welding part is welded to the floor tunnel at a position that is more separated from the cross member longitudinal wall than the bond part.

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Номер записи: 38
10-01-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE FRAMEWORK STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190009837A1
Автор: TAKII Shunsuke
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

There is provided a vehicle framework structure including: a left and right pair of side members that each extend in a vehicle front-rear direction; a support member that is disposed in close proximity to the pair of side members in the vehicle front-rear direction, and that extends in a vehicle width direction; projections that are each provided at the support member so as to project toward one or other of the side members; joint members, an end at a support member side of each of the side members being inserted into a respective one of the joint members and the joint members being joined to the support member; and first bolts that fasten joint members that are abutted against the projections in the vehicle width direction, and fasten the side members inserted into the joint members, to the projections. 1. A vehicle framework structure , comprising:a left and right pair of side members that each extend in a vehicle front-rear direction;a support member that is disposed in close proximity to the pair of side members in the vehicle front-rear direction, and that extends in a vehicle width direction;projections that are each provided at the support member so as to project toward one or other of the side members;joint members, an end at a support member side of each of the side members being inserted into a respective one of the joint members and the joint members being joined to the support member; andfirst bolts that fasten joint members that are abutted against the projections in the vehicle width direction, and fasten the side members inserted into the joint members, to the projections.2. The vehicle framework structure of claim 1 , wherein:the support member includes a body section that acts as a base for the projections in a direction opposite to a projection direction of the projections; and an insertion portion into which the respective side member is inserted, and', 'an extension portion that extends from the insertion portion toward the body section side and ...

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Номер записи: 39
09-01-2020 дата публикации

PANORAMIC ROOF STIFFENER REINFORCEMENT

Номер: US20200010121A1
Автор: Hahnlen Ryan M., SWAYNE Andrew K.
Принадлежит:

A vehicle roof stiffener includes a metal or metal alloy frame defining a central opening and at least one corner. The vehicle roof stiffener also includes a fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) portion including at least one transition structure comprising a metal or a metal alloy. At least some of the fibers of the FRP portion are embedded in the transition structure. The FRP portion is located in the at least one corner. In some examples, the frame includes an opening in the at least one corner, and the FRP portion spans the opening. In other examples, the FRP portion overlaps the frame at the at least one corner. The FRP portion located at the corner may improve rigidity of the roof stiffener to increase resistance to a racking motion and increase the overall stiffness of the vehicle. 1. A stiffener , comprising:a metal or metal alloy frame defining a central opening and at least one corner; anda fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) portion attached to the metal or metal alloy frame in the at least one corner.2. The stiffener of claim 1 , wherein the metal or metal alloy frame includes at least one opening within the at least one corner claim 1 , the FRP portion filling the opening.3. The stiffener of claim 2 , wherein the metal or metal alloy frame includes an offset flange forming an edge of the at least one opening claim 2 , wherein the FRP portion is attached to the offset flange.4. The stiffener of claim 1 , wherein the FRP portion overlaps the metal or metal alloy frame at the at least one corner.5. The stiffener of claim 4 , wherein the FRP portion extends from an outer lip of the frame claim 4 , across a central channel claim 4 , to an inner lip of the frame.6. The stiffener of claim 1 , wherein the FRP portion is L-shaped.7. The stiffener of claim 1 , wherein the FRP portion includes a first portion substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the metal or metal alloy frame and a second portion substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 40
03-02-2022 дата публикации

QUARTER PANEL BRACKET SYSTEM FOR PILLAR ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT

Номер: US20220033006A1
Автор: Kolar Ted Victor, Marchlewski Jack, Ply Ashley
Принадлежит:

An apparatus and method, according to an exemplary aspect includes, among other things, a bracket system having a first portion fixed to a vehicle panel and a second portion that is moveable relative to the first portion for adjustment purposes. At least one first fastener holds the first and second portions together prior to assembly of the vehicle panel to a pillar. The at least one first fastener is loosened to adjust a position of the second portion relative to the pillar. At least one second fastener secures the second portion to the pillar subsequent to adjustment, and the at least one first fastener is tightened subsequent to adjustment to hold the vehicle panel in a desired position relative to the pillar. 1. A method comprising:(a) securing a bracket system to a vehicle panel, the bracket system having a first portion fixed to the vehicle panel and a second portion that is moveable relative to the first portion for adjustment purposes;(b) tightening at least one first fastener to hold the first and second portions together and form a sub-assembly of the vehicle panel and bracket system;(c) loosening the at least one first fastener prior to assembly of the vehicle panel to a pillar to adjust a position of the second portion relative to the first portion to achieve a desired position of the vehicle panel relative to the pillar;(d) attaching the sub-assembly to the pillar by securing the second portion to the pillar with at least one second fastener subsequent to adjustment of step (c); and(e) re-tightening the at least one first fastener to hold the vehicle panel in the desired position relative to the pillar.2. The method according to claim 1 , including holding the sub-assembly in a fixed position relative to the pillar prior to step (c).3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the first portion comprises a first bracket having a first end fixed to the vehicle panel and a second end claim 2 , and wherein the second portion comprises a second bracket ...

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Номер записи: 41
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Fastening Arrangement of a Radiator Trim and a Bumper on a Front-End Carrier of a Motor Vehicle

Номер: US20170015365A1
Автор: Guenther Alexander, JAKOBS Holger
Принадлежит: DAIMLER AG

A fastening arrangement of a radiator trim and a bumper on the front-end carrier of a motor vehicle is disclosed. The radiator trim and the bumper have at least one fastening part respectively, via which the radiator trim and the bumper are fastened on the front-end carrier by an allocated fastening element, preferably formed by a screw element. A connection element is provided on the fastening part of the radiator trim, the connection element being connected to a corresponding receiver of the fastening part of the bumper to form a mutual fastening device via which the radiator trim and the bumper are fastened on the front-end carrier by the fastening element. 19-. (canceled)10. A radiator trim for a motor vehicle , comprising:a fastening part, wherein the radiator trim is fastenable to a front-end carrier of the motor vehicle by the fastening part and a fastening element; anda connection element disposed on the fastening part, wherein the connection element is connectable to a receiver of a bumper fastening part to form a mutual fastening device of the radiator trim and of a bumper on the front-end carrier of the motor vehicle.11. The radiator trim according to claim 10 , wherein the connection element is substantially sleeve-shaped for production of a positive connection to the receiver of the bumper fastening part.12. The radiator trim according to claim 11 , wherein the sleeve-shaped connection element has a passage opening for the fastening element such that a guide is formed for the fastening element for a tolerance compensation.13. A bumper for a motor vehicle claim 11 , comprising:a fastening part, wherein the bumper is fastenable to a front-end carrier of the motor vehicle by the fastening part and a fastening element; anda receiver disposed on the fastening part, wherein the receiver is connectable to a connection element of a radiator trim fastening part to form a mutual fastening device of the bumper and of a radiator trim on the front-end carrier of the ...

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Номер записи: 42
18-01-2018 дата публикации

MOUNTING DEVICE FOR SUB-FRAME

Номер: US20180015960A1
Автор: Joung Jae Woo, LEE Yunjeong
Принадлежит: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

A mounting device for a sub-frame may include a mounting bracket positioned to correspond with a one side penetration opening formed at a front side inside member of the front side member, a reinforce panel provided to an upper surface of the front side inside member, a mounting bolt separated with a bolt part and a head by a flange which is positioned at a center thereof, joined to a circumference of a bolt opening of the mounting bracket through the flange on a state that the bolt part is inserted into the bolt opening of the mounting bracket, and joined on a state that the head is wedged through the penetration opening of the front side inside member to the welding opening of the reinforce panel, and a foam filler foamed by a heat treatment and filled in a space formed by the front side inside member, the mounting bracket, the reinforce panel, and a front side outside member. 1. A mounting device for a sub-frame which is configured to engage the sub-frame to a front side member of a vehicle body , including:a mounting bracket positioned to correspond with a one side penetration opening formed at a front side inside member of the front side member to form a bolt opening at a first side thereof to correspond with a lower portion of the one side penetration opening in a vertical direction thereof;a reinforce panel provided to an upper surface of the front side inside member to form a welding surface to correspond with the one side penetration opening by being upwardly protruded and form a welding opening to correspond with an upper portion of the one side penetration opening in a vertical direction on the welding surface;a mounting bolt separated with a bolt part and a head by a flange which is positioned at a center thereof, joined to a circumference of the bolt opening through the flange on a state that the bolt part is inserted into the bolt opening of the mounting bracket, and joined on a state that the head is wedged through the one side penetration opening of ...

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Номер записи: 43
21-01-2021 дата публикации

REINFORCED OPEN-SECTION STRUCTURAL PANEL

Номер: US20210016838A1
Автор: Bugelli Eduardo B., McGuire Mark J., Moss Edward D., Parlow Peter M., Saari Keith J.
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A bulkhead for a vehicle body structure includes a panel. The panel has a contour defined by a contour length and characterized by an open section having three surfaces in a cross-sectional view. The bulkhead also includes a support member embedded in the panel. The support member includes an external form configured to interface with and match at least two of the three surfaces of the contour. The support member also includes a support member length configured to fit within the contour length and a boxed cross-section having a substantially uniform shape along the support member length. The bulkhead additionally includes an adhesive applied between the external form of the support member and the interfacing surfaces of the contour to thereby bond the support member to the panel and reinforce the bulkhead. A vehicle having a structure with such a bulkhead is also considered. 1. A bulkhead for a vehicle body structure , the bulkhead comprising:a panel having a contour defined by a contour length and characterized by an open section having three surfaces in a cross-sectional view of the panel; an external form configured to interface with and match at least two of the three surfaces of the contour;', 'a support member length configured to fit within the contour length; and', 'a boxed cross-section having a substantially uniform shape along the support member length; and, 'a support member embedded in the panel and havingan adhesive applied between the external form of the support member and the at least two of the three surfaces of the contour to thereby bond the support member to the panel and reinforce the bulkhead.2. The bulkhead of claim 1 , wherein the panel is a high-integrity die-casting formed as a vacuum is generated in a die and having consistent material properties.3. The bulkhead of claim 2 , wherein material of the panel is an aluminum alloy.4. The bulkhead of claim 3 , wherein yield strength of the material of the panel is in a range of 130-160 MPa.5. ...

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Номер записи: 44
21-01-2021 дата публикации

LOAD PATH GEOMETRY FOR VEHICLE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210016840A1
Автор: Holder Joshua, Kielbik Robert M., McGuire Mark J., Moss Edward D., Parlow Peter M.
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A load impact management system for a vehicle includes a plurality of cross-vehicle support members extending from a first side of the vehicle to a second side of the vehicle opposite the first side of the vehicle, a shock tower spaced apart from the plurality of cross-vehicle support members and fixed to the vehicle frame rail, a first structural member extending along a first plane, a second structural member extending along a second plane separate from the first plane, and a third structural member extending along a third plane separate from the first and second planes. The first structural member defines a first load path between the center tunnel and the shock tower, the second structural member defines a second load path between the center tunnel and the shock tower, and the third structural member defines a third load path between the center tunnel and the vehicle frame rail. 1. A structural arrangement for a vehicle , comprising:a vehicle frame including a vehicle frame rail and a center tunnel defining a vehicle body axis;a bulkhead arranged transverse to the vehicle body axis, the bulkhead coupled to the center tunnel;a shock tower spaced apart from the bulkhead and fixed to the vehicle frame rail;a first structural member extending from the bulkhead to the shock tower and fixed to each of the bulkhead and the shock tower, the first structural member extending along a first plane;a second structural member extending from the bulkhead to the shock tower and fixed to each of the bulkhead and the shock tower, the second structural member extending along a second plane separate from the first plane; anda third structural member extending from the center tunnel to the vehicle frame rail and fixed to each of the center tunnel and the vehicle frame rail, the third structural member extending along a third plane separate from the first and second planes;wherein the first structural member defines a first load path between the center tunnel and the shock tower, the ...

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Номер записи: 45
21-01-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE STRUCTURE WITH UNIFORM ADHESIVE BOND FOR DIE CAST ALUMINUM COMPONENTS, AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20210016841A1
Автор: ANDERSSON Rebecca, CLARK Austen, Schmidt Marcus
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A vehicle structure is provided that includes at least a die cast aluminum first vehicle component adhesively bonded to a second vehicle component made of a material other than die cast aluminum, in which the adhesive bond line between the bonding surface areas of the vehicle components is made uniform in thickness by the provision of aluminum protrusions of identical height to one another integrally die cast with and extending from the bonding surface area of the first vehicle component to contact the second vehicle component. Optionally, the adhesive bond is reinforced with one or more mechanical fasteners. Also provided is a method of making the vehicle structure. 1. A vehicle structure comprising:a die cast aluminum first vehicle component comprising a first bonding surface area and integrally die cast aluminum protrusions of identical height to one another extending from the first bonding surface area to terminate at protrusion ends, the die cast aluminum automotive component made of aluminum or an aluminum alloy having a first coefficient of thermal expansion;a second vehicle component contacting the protrusion ends to space a second bonding surface area of the second vehicle component from the first bonding surface area by a gap, the second vehicle component being made of a material other than die cast aluminum and having a second coefficient of thermal expansion that is different than the first coefficient of thermal expansion; andan adhesive in the gap between the first and second bonding surface areas adhesively joining the first and second vehicle components to one another, the adhesive having a uniform thickness equal to the height of the protrusions.2. The vehicle structure of claim 1 , wherein the die cast aluminum first vehicle component is a vehicle body panel.3. The vehicle structure of claim 1 , wherein the material of the second vehicle component is steel.4. The vehicle structure of claim 1 , wherein the material of the second vehicle component is ...

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Номер записи: 46
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Rail and method of making and using the same

Номер: US20150021892A1
Автор: Artur Wyszynski, Edward D. Moss, Giles D. Bryer, Peter M. Parlow, Robert N. Saje
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A number of variations includes a rail and method of manufacture thereof wherein a rail may be fabricated from a first segment, a first node, and a second segment, wherein the first segment is attached to the first node, wherein the second segment is attached to the first node, and wherein the first node comprises a pre-machined hollow aluminum casting comprising at least one chassis component mounting point for attachment.

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Номер записи: 47
22-01-2015 дата публикации

COWL STRUCTURE OF VEHICLE

Номер: US20150021953A1
Автор: CHUNG Hee-Suk, Kim Ki-Hwan, LEE Jin-sung, Song Dae-Hyun
Принадлежит: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

A cowl structure of a vehicle includes: A-pillars vertically arranged at both sides of a vehicle body; an apron upper member arranged on a front of each of the A-pillars to be longitudinally elongated therefrom; a shock absorber housing formed under the apron upper members; a cowl transversely arranged between the apron upper members; and an engine compartment extension panel connected between the cowl and the apron upper member so as to form an extended plane on both sides of the cowl corresponding to the cowl. The apron upper member is integrally formed with the A-pillar in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body, and both sides of the cowl are cut along the shape of the engine compartment extension panel so as to correspond to the engine compartment extension panel. 1. A cowl structure of a vehicle comprising:A-pillars arranged at opposing sides of a vehicle body extending in a vertical direction of the vehicle body;an elongated apron upper member arranged on a front of each of the A-pillars and extending in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle body;a shock absorber housing formed under each of the apron upper members;a cowl arranged between the apron upper members extending across a vehicle width direction of the vehicle body; andan engine compartment extension panel extending between and interconnecting the cowl and the apron upper member to form an extended planar surface on opposing sides of the cowl corresponding to the cowl.2. The cowl structure of claim 1 , wherein the apron upper member is integrally formed corresponding to the A-pillar in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body claim 1 , and the opposing sides of the cowl are cut along the shape of the engine compartment extension panel so as to correspond to the engine compartment extension panel.3. The cowl structure of claim 1 , wherein the A-pillar further comprises a cut-out portion formed thereon at a position adjacent a rear end of the apron upper member claim 1 , and the A-pillar ...

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Номер записи: 48
22-01-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE SIDE SECTION STRUCTURE

Номер: US20150021954A1
Автор: HAYAKAWA Tatsuya
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A bulkhead includes three flange portions. A first flange portion of the bulkhead is sandwiched between an upper flange portion of a rocker inner panel and an upper flange portion of a rocker outer panel, so as to be fixed to the rocker inner panel and the rocker outer panel. A third flange portion of the bulkhead extends from the first flange portion to bring at least a part of the third flange portion in contact with an inner surface of the rocker inner panel or an inner surface of the rocker outer panel, and is fixed to the contacted inner surface. 15-. (canceled)6. A vehicle side section structure comprising:a rocker that includes a rocker outer panel and a rocker inner panel, the rocker outer panel and the rocker inner panel each having a hat-shaped cross section, the rocker forming a first closed cross section with an opening of the rocker outer panel and an opening of the rocker inner panel facing one another, the first closed cross section being formed by fixing an upper flange portion of the rocker outer panel and an upper flange portion of the rocker inner panel together and by fixing a lower flange portion of the rocker outer panel and a lower flange portion of the rocker inner panel together, and the rocker extending in a vehicle longitudinal direction along a lower edge portion of a vehicle side section; anda bulkhead disposed inside of the rocker, the bulkhead including a first flange portion, a second flange portion, and a third flange portion, the first flange portion being sandwiched between the upper flange portion of the rocker inner panel and the upper flange portion of the rocker outer panel and fixed to the upper flange portion of the rocker inner panel and the upper flange portion of the rocker outer panel, the second flange portion downwardly extending from the first flange portion, and the third flange portion extending from the first flange portion, whereinthe second flange portion and the third flange portion are coupled to the first ...

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Номер записи: 49
28-01-2016 дата публикации

PANEL JOINING STRUCTURE FOR A VEHICLE

Номер: US20160023293A1
Автор: Kurokawa Hiroyuki
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A panel joining structure for a vehicle includes a first plate, a second plate, a braze and a surface area enlargement portion. The first plate is formed of a metal and a first joining portion is formed thereat. The second plate is formed of a different metal from the first plate and a second joining portion that is to be joined with the first joining portion is formed thereat. The braze is interposed between the first joining portion and the second joining portion. The braze joins the first joining portion with the second joining portion. The surface area enlargement portion is formed in a range that makes contact with the braze at, of the first joining portion and the second joining portion, a side at which the braze and a heterogenous metal are disposed. At least one of protrusions and recesses are formed at the surface area enlargement portion. 1. A panel joining structure for a vehicle comprising:a first plate that is formed of a metal, at which a first joining portion is formed;a second plate that is formed of a different metal from the first plate, a second joining portion that is to be joined with the first joining portion being formed at the second plate;a braze that is interposed between the first joining portion and the second joining portion, the braze joining the first joining portion with the second joining portion; anda surface area enlargement portion in a range that makes contact with the braze at, of the first joining portion and the second joining portion, a side at which the braze and a heterogenous metal are disposed, at least one of protrusions and recesses being formed at the surface area enlargement portion.2. The panel joining structure for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein unevenness is formed at the surface area enlargement portion by a shelf portion that is formed in a step shape.3. The panel joining structure for a vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein second unevennesses are formed at a surface of the shelf portion that makes ...

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Номер записи: 50
28-01-2016 дата публикации

MULTI-PART FRAMEWORK

Номер: US20160023684A1
Автор: LANGE Marcus
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A framework such as a vehicle body is disclosed and includes at least two components of materials with different heat expansion coefficients fastened to one another on an elongated overlap zone. The overlap zone on a first component is subdivided by weak points oriented in its transverse direction into portions following one another in longitudinal direction. 115-. (canceled)16. A framework for a vehicle body comprises a first member fastened to a second member on an elongated overlap zone in which the first member is subdivided by weak points oriented in a transverse direction into portions following one another in longitudinal direction , wherein the first and second members have different heat expansion coefficients.17. The framework according to claim 16 , wherein a plurality of the portions of the first member forms a fixed connection to the second member.18. The framework according to claim 17 , wherein the fixed connection is a formed by at least one of a weld claim 17 , rivet claim 17 , clinch or glued connection.19. The framework according to in which each portion of the first member forms a fixed connection to the second member.20. The framework according to claim 19 , wherein the fixed connection is a formed by at least one of a weld claim 19 , rivet claim 19 , clinch or glued connection.21. The framework according to claim 16 , wherein a heat expansion coefficient of the first member is greater than a heat expansion coefficient of the second member.22. The framework according to claim 16 , wherein the weak points comprise slots formed in the first member.23. The framework according to claim 22 , wherein the slots are open towards an edge of the first member.24. The framework according to claim 23 , wherein the weak points further comprise an expansion formed at an end of the slot distant from the edge.25. The framework according to claim 23 , wherein a plurality of the portions of the first member forms a fixed connection to the second member claim 23 , ...

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Номер записи: 51
28-01-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A FASTENING ARRANGEMENT, AND SUCH FASTENING ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20160023690A1
Автор: Domnik Frank, Kasper Stephan, Kraus Tobias, Mayer Franz, Pfaff Michael, Roucco Romain
Принадлежит:

A method of producing a fastening arrangement for the position-correct fastening of a component to a structural part of a motor vehicle comprises the steps: providing of the structural part; providing of a first tolerance compensation element and a second tolerance compensation element; positioning of the first tolerance compensation element, while holding the structural part firmly, relative to the structural part in a nominal position for the later position-correct fastening of the component to be fastened, and holding of the first tolerance compensation element in the nominal position, the first tolerance compensation element being positioned with a gap relative to the structural part; inserting of the second tolerance compensation element between the first tolerance compensation element and the structural part, so that the gap between the first tolerance compensation element and the structural part is bridged over; joining of the second tolerance compensation element to the first tolerance compensation element and to the structural part. 1. A method , comprising the steps:providing of a structural part of a vehicle;providing of a first tolerance compensation element and a second tolerance compensation element;positioning of the first tolerance compensation element, while holding the structural part firmly, relative to the structural part in a nominal position for a later position-correct fastening of a component to be fastened to the structural part, the first tolerance compensation element being positioned with a gap relative to the structural part;holding of the first tolerance compensation element in the nominal position;inserting of the second tolerance compensation element between the first tolerance compensation element and the structural part, so that the gap between the first tolerance compensation element and the structural part is bridged over;joining of the second tolerance compensation element to the first tolerance compensation element and to the ...

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Номер записи: 52
26-01-2017 дата публикации

LIGHTWEIGHT STRUCTURAL JOINER

Номер: US20170021871A1
Автор: Kumar Anjani, LaRose Paul, Patel Miteshkumar Hasmukhlal
Принадлежит: NEW ENGLAND WHEELS, INC.

A structural joiner including one or more box beams disposed between inner and outer arcuate surfaces and methods of assembling are described. The extrusions delineate various channels for structural considerations. In an implementation, the joiner may be implemented on a multi-passenger vehicle, such as a bus. 1. A structural joiner , comprising:an inner arcuate surface having extensions;an outer arcuate surface coupled to the inner arcuate surface, the outer arcuate surface having extensions corresponding with the extensions of the inner arcuate surface to provide channels; andbeams extending through at least one of the channels.2. The joiner of claim 1 , wherein one of the channels houses a portion of a sidewall panel.3. The joiner of claim 1 , wherein one of the channels houses a portion of a roof.4. The joiner of claim 1 , wherein the beams are formed by a pultrusion or extrusion process.5. The joiner of claim 1 , wherein the outer arcuate surface has a rigid channel proximate an end of the outer arcuate surface.6. The joiner of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the inner arcuate surface and the outer arcuate surface is formed by an extrusion process.7. The joiner of claim 1 , wherein a filler material is disposed within at least one of the channels.8. The joiner of claim 1 , wherein the inner arcuate surface and the outer arcuate surface are formed as a single piece.9. A method of making a structural joiner claim 1 , comprising the steps of:applying an adhesive to at least one of box beam channels of an inner arcuate surface and box beams;coupling the box beams to the box beam channels of the inner arcuate surface;applying an adhesive to at least one of the box beams and box beam channels of an outer arcuate surface; andcoupling the box beams to the box beam channels of the outer arcuate surface.10. The method of claim 9 , further comprising:aligning ends of the box beams with ends of inner arcuate surface prior to coupling the box beam to the inner arcuate ...

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Номер записи: 53
28-01-2016 дата публикации

HARDENED ALTERNATIVE TRAILER SYSTEM AND METHODS OF PRODUCING SAME

Номер: US20160025461A1
Автор: Ackerman Craig R., Hoemann John M., Roberts Justin M.
Принадлежит: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers(r)

A Hardened Alternative Trailer System (HATS) is described, including methods of producing same. HATS has superior blast, ballistic and forced entry protection properties, relative to existing structures, due to particular features of frame design and construction methods. Furthermore, HATS is a low-cost reinforced ISO container suitable for field and/or remote fabrication and meets blast, ballistic/projectile and/or forced entry threats such as the U.S. Department of State Certification Standard SD-STD-01.01, Revision G. 1101214161820222412251230321416303016303014. A hardened alternative trailer system (HATS) structure having blast , ballistic and forced entry resistance properties , said properties being present in the presence of low quality structural welds; said HATS structures comprising: a frame assembly having a frame () , said frame including four corner posts () , two lower side members () , two upper side members () , two lower cross members () , two upper cross members ( ,) , lower corner members () attached to the lower ends of the corner posts () , and upper corner members () attached to the upper ends of the corner posts () , said frame further comprising a plurality of vertical strengthening members , wherein openings () are present in the lower side member and the upper side member which receive an extended length U at a top end of members which engages member and an extended length L of a bottom end of members which engages lower side member to form two reinforced side walls.230. A frame assembly according to having at least ten vertical strengthening members in each side wall.32022183018303020223030. A frame assembly according to wherein said two upper cross members ( claim 2 , ) claim 2 , and said two lower cross members () are reinforced with a plurality of vertical strengthening members claim 2 , wherein openings are formed in the lower cross members which receive an extended length L at a lower end of members claim 2 , and wherein openings are ...

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Номер записи: 54
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Structure for front part of vehicle

Номер: US20200023907A1
Автор: Masatoshi Yoshida, Ryotaro Hirata, Tadashi Yamazaki
Принадлежит: Kobe Steel Ltd, Mazda Motor Corp

Provided is a structure for a front part of a vehicle, including a vehicle main body, a pair of suspension support portions, and a cowl member connected to the pair of suspension support portions. The cowl member has: an inner part connection portion which has a shape extending continuously in a vehicle width direction between the pair of suspension support portions and which interconnects respective inner parts of the pair of suspension support portions in the vehicle width direction; and a water drain portion which is provided backward of the inner part connection portion in a front-rear direction of the vehicle and drains water toward a side part of the vehicle in the vehicle width direction. The inner part connection portion has a thickness larger than a thickness of the water drain portion.

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Номер записи: 55
28-01-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMOTIVE BODY ADHESIVE BONDING POSITION OPTIMIZATION ANALYSIS METHOD AND OPTIMIZATION ANALYSIS DEVICE

Номер: US20210024142A1
Автор: SAITO Takanobu
Принадлежит: JFE STEEL CORPORATION

An automotive body adhesive bonding position optimization analysis method of obtaining an optimum position at which a parts set is adhesive-bonded with a structural adhesive in combination with welding, the method including: disposing an adhesive element as the structural adhesive at a position on a body structure model as a candidate at which adhesive bonding is performed with the structural adhesive; setting an optimization analysis condition including a loading condition applied to the body structure model in optimization analysis, to the body structure model on which the adhesive element is disposed; and performing optimization analysis on the adhesive element as an optimization analysis object in the body structure model to which the optimization analysis condition is set so as to obtain a position of the adhesive element satisfying the optimization analysis condition as the position at which adhesive bonding is performed with the structural adhesive. 112.-. (canceled)13. An automotive body adhesive bonding position optimization analysis method of obtaining an optimum position at which a parts set is adhesive-bonded with a structural adhesive in combination with welding , using a body structure model including parts constituted of two-dimensional elements and/or three-dimensional elements and having welding portions set in advance to which the parts are welded as the parts set , the optimization analysis method comprising:disposing, by a computer, an adhesive element as the structural adhesive at a position on the body structure model as a candidate at which adhesive bonding is performed with the structural adhesive;setting, by the computer based on an instruction from an operator, an optimization analysis condition including a loading condition applied to the body structure model in optimization analysis, to the body structure model on which the adhesive element is disposed; andperforming, by the computer, optimization analysis on the adhesive element as an ...

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Номер записи: 56
04-02-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE DOOR SASH HAVING VERTICAL PILLAR SASH

Номер: US20160031298A1
Автор: MITUHASHI Isami, YOSHIHARA Jiro
Принадлежит: SHIROKI CORPORATION

Provided is a door sash having a vertical pillar sash for vehicle that does not cause a problem of blowout when the vertical pillar sash is formed by welding a plurality of steel sheets. 1. A vehicle door sash having a vertical pillar sash and including an inner member and an outer member , on which overlapped portions are respectively formed to thereby form a pocket-like portion ,wherein one of said inner member and said outer member comprises a bent portion which is continuous with associated said overlapped portion,wherein at least part of a sheet-thickness end face of the other of said inner member and said outer member is in contact with said bent portion, andwherein said bent portion and said sheet-thickness end face are laser-welded at said contact portion.2. The vehicle door sash having said vertical pillar sash according to claim 1 , wherein said bent portion is formed on said outer member claim 1 , andwherein a welding area between said inner member and said outer member comprises contact portions of a surface of said bent portion of said outer member on said inner member side and said sheet-thickness end face of said inner member that are in contact with each other.3. The vehicle door sash having said vertical pillar sash according to claim 1 , wherein said bent portion is formed on said inner member claim 1 , andwherein a welding area between said inner member and said outer member comprises contact portions of a surface of said bent portion of said inner member on said outer member side and said sheet-thickness end face of said outer member which are in contact with each other.4. The vehicle door sash having said vertical pillar sash according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of said inner member and said outer member is made of a plated steel sheet.5. The vehicle door sash having said vertical pillar sash according to claim 1 , wherein a spaced portion claim 1 , which causes said inner member and said outer member to be in noncontact with each other ...

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Номер записи: 57
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Reinforcing a Vehicle Floor Pan to Prevent Separation in a Side Impact

Номер: US20170029031A1
Автор: Alavandi Bhimaraddi Venkaraddi, GAO Zhenyan, Kamath Pratt, Luchtman Michael, Mahadevan Senthilkum, McGuckin John Michael, Ryan Sean Timothy, Yang Herbert
Принадлежит:

A side impact protective structure is provided for a vehicle floor pan. Right and left rear rails are attached, respectively, to right and left lateral sides of the floor pan. A kick-up cross member extends transversely between the right and left rocker assemblies. A right reinforcement is welded to the floor pan, the right rear rail, and the kick-up cross member. A left reinforcement is welded to the left rear rail, to the floor pan and the kick-up cross member. An assembly method includes the steps of selecting a thin mild steel floor pan between a thicker HSLA steel structural member and a thicker corner reinforcement and welding the components together with three thickness welds. 1. A vehicle body structure comprising:a floor pan;a rear rail attached to a lateral side of the floor pan;a kick-up cross member attached to a transversely extending side of the floor pan; anda corner reinforcement welded by a first set of welds to the floor pan and the rear rail and by a second set of welds to the floor pan and the kick-up cross member.2. The body structure of wherein the rear rail is welded to a rocker assembly.3. The body structure of wherein the floor pan is made of a mild steel sheet metal and the kick-up cross member is made of a high strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel sheet metal and the corner reinforcement is made of a HSLA steel sheet metal.4. The body structure of wherein the floor pan is made of sheet metal having a first thickness claim 1 , the kick-up cross member is made of sheet metal having a second thickness that is greater than the first thickness claim 1 , and the corner reinforcement is made of sheet metal having a third thickness that is greater than the first thickness.5. The body structure of wherein a resistance weld through the kick-up cross member claim 1 , the floor pan and the reinforcement forms a weld nugget that is stronger than a weld nugget formed by welding the floor pan to the kick-up cross member.6. The body structure of wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 58
02-02-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE FRAMEWORK REINFORCEMENT STRUCTURE

Номер: US20170029039A1
Автор: Kurokawa Hiroyuki
Принадлежит:

A vehicle framework reinforcement structure includes: a joining member in a tubular shape with a bottom that is mounted to a vehicle main body, including a floor wall that includes plural slit portions; a vehicle framework member that is inserted into the joining member, an outer wall face of the vehicle framework member being welded to an opening end portion of the joining member, and the vehicle framework member being configured such that portions of an end face thereof are exposed through the slit portions; plural projection portions formed along the plural slit portions, the projection portions contacting an inner wall face of the vehicle framework member; and plural weld portions, the portions of the end face of the vehicle framework member that are exposed through the slit portions being welded to the joining member at the weld portions, and the weld portions including welding of the projection portions. 1. A vehicle framework reinforcement structure , comprising:a joining member in a tubular shape with a bottom that is mounted to a vehicle main body, the joining member including a floor wall that includes a plurality of slit portions;a vehicle framework member that is inserted into the joining member, an outer wall face of the vehicle framework member being welded to an opening end portion of the joining member, and the vehicle framework member being configured such that portions of an end face thereof are exposed through the plurality of slit portions;a plurality of projection portions formed along the plurality of slit portions, the projection portions contacting an inner wall face of the vehicle framework member; anda plurality of weld portions, the portions of the end face of the vehicle framework member that are exposed through the slit portions being welded to the joining member at the weld portions, and the weld portions including welding of the projection portions.2. The vehicle framework reinforcement structure according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 59
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Frame connection structure

Номер: US20220048579A1
Автор: Seongwook SEO
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co, Kia Motors Corp

A frame connection structure may include a first frame including a frame hole, a joint mounted inside the first frame, a member inserted into the frame hole, and a connecting bracket connecting the member to the joint.

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Номер записи: 60
31-01-2019 дата публикации

MOUNTING CLIP AND FACEPLATE ARRANGEMENT FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20190031248A1
Автор: Mielke Alexej, ROGGE Andreas
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

A mounting clip is disclosed for mounting a faceplate on a motor vehicle body. The mounting clip includes a clip body having an abutment shoulder, a catch element and a locking element. The clip body can preferably abut on a carrier with the abutment shoulder. The catch element extends away from the abutment shoulder of the clip body along a first direction and is further arranged on the clip body such that the catch element is flexible or pivotable along a second direction, which is different than the first direction. 115-. (canceled)16. A mounting clip for mounting a faceplate on a motor vehicle body , the mounting clip comprising:a clip body with an abutment shoulder and a catch element extending away from the abutment shoulder in a first direction and arranged on the clip body such that the catch element is moveable in a second direction which is transverse to the first direction; anda locking element supported in the clip body for sliding movement in the first direction between a release position such that the locking element permits movement of the catch element in the second direction and a locking positions that blocks movement of the catch element in the second direction.17. The mounting clip according to claim 16 , wherein the catch element comprising a catch body having a first end fixed to the abutment shoulder and a second free end with a an outwardly extending catch projection formed thereon.18. The mounting clip according to claim 17 , wherein the catch projection comprises a run-up slope protruding from an outer side of the catch element facing away from the locking element.19. The mounting clip according to claim 16 , wherein the catch element comprises a first catch body and a second catch body arranged on the clip body at a predefined spacing from the first catch body claim 16 , wherein the catch element is flexible in the second direction.20. The mounting clip according to claim 19 , wherein the first and second catch body are symmetrically ...

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Номер записи: 61
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Road Vehicle Having an Ambient Air Purification Device, Ambient Air Purification Device and Filter Element

Номер: US20200031204A1
Автор: Gusek Jens, Keller Florian, Klein Gunnar-Marcel, Loehl Thomas, Mueller Thilo, PELZ Andreas, Schulz Christoph
Принадлежит:

A road vehicle with a vehicle frame and a rear axle connected to the vehicle frame is provided with an ambient air purification device with filter elements for removing dust, particulate matter, and gases from ambient air. The ambient air purification device is arranged transverse to a longitudinal vehicle axis in an exterior region of the road vehicle at a vehicle rear of the road vehicle in an underfloor region such that at least the filter elements are arranged behind the rear axle of the road vehicle in a travel direction of the road vehicle. The ambient air purification device is received in an installation space of the vehicle frame. The ambient air purification device is flowed through in longitudinal vehicle direction. A free outflow zone of the ambient air purification device is arranged, in travel direction of the road vehicle, behind the ambient air purification device. 1. A road vehicle comprising:a vehicle frame and a rear axle connected to the vehicle frame;an ambient air purification device comprising one or more filter elements and configured to remove dust, particulate matter, and/or gases from ambient air;wherein the ambient air purification device is arranged transverse to a longitudinal vehicle axis of the road vehicle in an exterior region of the road vehicle at a vehicle rear of the road vehicle in an underfloor region of the road vehicle such that at least the one or more filter elements are arranged behind the rear axle of the road vehicle in a travel direction of the road vehicle;wherein the ambient air purification device is received in an installation space provided by the vehicle frame;wherein the ambient air purification device is configured to be flowed through in the longitudinal vehicle direction;wherein a free outflow zone of the ambient air purification device is arranged, viewed in the travel direction of the road vehicle, behind the ambient air purification device.2. The road vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 62
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Electric Vehicle with Segmented Frame and Auxiliary Frame in Lattice Structure

Номер: US20200031405A1
Автор: Biasiotto Marco, Guerrieri Pietro, Penserini Davide, Perlo Pietro
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An electric-propulsion car includes: a main frame, a front axle unit, a rear axle unit, wherein the axle units each have an auxiliary frame for supporting the axle units and two suspension units that connect two respective wheel supports to the supporting auxiliary frame, wherein at least one of the axle units is a motorized axle with steering wheels including, mounted on said auxiliary frame, an electric motor for actuating the rotation of the wheels, a control unit for controlling said electric motor, a transmission unit for connecting the electric motor to the wheels, and a steering device for steering the wheel supports, and wherein each one of the main frame and auxiliary frames includes a reticular lattice structure including boxed elements made of steel, each one of the main frame and auxiliary frames being adapted to be pre-assembled separately and then assembled together. The main frame and auxiliary frames include elements made up of multiple segments connected together and derived from at least one boxed element made of high-tensile steel, wherein the at least one boxed element has at least one notch formed on at least one side of the boxed element without involving an ulterior side of the boxed element, the notch being made on the at least one side at the point where said ulterior side of the boxed element has to be bent to obtain the configuration of the finished boxed element. 1. An electric-propulsion car , of the type comprising:a main frame,a front axle unit,a rear axle unit,wherein said axle units comprise each an auxiliary frame for supporting said axle units and two suspension units that connect two respective wheel supports to said supporting auxiliary frame,wherein at least one of said axle units is a motorized axle with steering wheels (R) comprising, mounted on said auxiliary frame, an electric motor (M) for actuating the rotation of the wheels (R), a control unit (UC) for controlling said electric motor (M), a transmission unit (T) ...

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Номер записи: 63
04-02-2021 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210031839A1
Автор: Yamagishi Hideaki
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A vehicle body structure includes a floor tunnel, a cross member, and a bulkhead. The cross member includes a cross member longitudinal wall and a cross member flange. The bulkhead includes a bulkhead longitudinal wall. The bulkhead longitudinal wall and the cross member longitudinal wall are arranged at the same position in a vehicle body front-to-rear direction. The first cross member flange includes a bond part that is bonded to the floor tunnel and a welding part. The welding part is welded to the floor tunnel at a position that is more separated from the cross member longitudinal wall than the bond part. 1. A vehicle body structure , comprising:a floor tunnel that is provided on a middle part in a vehicle width direction of a floor panel;a cross member that is joined to a side surface of the floor tunnel and that extends in a vehicle width direction; anda bulkhead that is provided at an inner part of the floor tunnel,wherein the cross member comprisesa cross member longitudinal wall that extends in a vehicle width direction and a vertical direction anda cross member flange that extends in a vehicle body front-to-rear direction from the cross member longitudinal wall,the bulkhead comprisesa bulkhead longitudinal wall that extends in a vehicle width direction and a vertical direction,the cross member longitudinal wall and the bulkhead longitudinal wall are arranged at the same position in a vehicle body front-to-rear direction, andthe cross member flange comprisesa bond part that is bonded to the floor tunnel anda welding part that is welded to the floor tunnel at a position that is more separated from the cross member longitudinal wall than the bond part.2. The vehicle body structure according to claim 1 ,wherein the cross member comprisesa lower member that is provided on the floor panel side andan upper member that is provided on an upper side of the lower member,the cross member flange comprisesa lower flange that is provided on the lower member andan upper ...

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Номер записи: 64
11-02-2016 дата публикации

METHOD OF MANUFACTORING A VEHICLE AND VEHICLE

Номер: US20160039475A1
Автор: HOFER Bernhard, ZACHNEGGER Harald
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A method for producing a motor vehicle and a correspondingly produced motor vehicle having a modular construction, in which a substructure and at least one superstructure module are produced independently of one another and are subsequently permanently connected together. 1. A method for producing a motor vehicle , comprising:producing a substructure and at least one superstructure module of the motor vehicle, the substructure and the superstructure module each having at least one edge region;painting at least the edge region of the substructure and/or the superstructure module; andconnecting, via an adhesive, the edge regions of the substructure and the superstructure module,wherein the substructure and the superstructure module are positioned relative to one another by way of a tolerance-compensating screw connection, so that the edge regions of the substructure and the superstructure module are fixed in the relative position thereof during the curing of the adhesive by way of the tolerance-compensating screw connection.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein connecting the edge regions of the substructure and the superstructure module comprises bridging a spacing between the substructure and the superstructure module via the tolerance-compensating screw connection.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the tolerance-compensating screw connection comprises an automatic tolerance-compensating system.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the tolerance-compensating screw connection comprises a FLEXITOL® element.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the tolerance-compensating screw connection comprises a sleeve with a first internal thread configured for insertion into the substructure or the superstructure module.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the tolerance-compensating screw connection comprises an adjusting element with an internal thread and an external thread configured for screwing into the internal thread of the sleeve.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the tolerance- ...

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Номер записи: 65
09-02-2017 дата публикации

ENERGY ABSORBING LOAD TRANSMITTAL BRACKET WITH WELD ACCESSIBILITY

Номер: US20170036700A1
Автор: Midoun Djamal Eddine, Patel Deepak, Schwalm Robert, Siu Stephen W., Zinn Greg B.
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A vehicle body structure includes a floor panel, a door frame, a cross-member, and a load transmittal bracket. The door frame and the cross-member are fixed relative to the floor panel. The door frame defines a door opening. The load transmittal bracket is disposed between the door opening and the cross-member. The load transmittal bracket includes a second segment welded to a first segment and to the floor panel. During a side impact of the vehicle, the load transmittal bracket transfers impact force from the door frame to the cross-member to dissipate the impact force and reduce deformation of the floor. 1. A vehicle body structure comprising:a floor panel;a door frame fixed relative to the floor panel and defining a door opening;a cross-member fixed relative to the floor panel; anda load transmittal bracket disposed between the cross-member and the door opening;the load transmittal bracket including a first segment and a second segment welded to the first segment and to the floor panel.2. The vehicle body structure as set forth in wherein the first segment defines a hole configured to receive a weld tip.3. The vehicle body structure as set forth in further comprising a rail below the floor panel wherein the first and second segments define a cavity and the first segment defines a hole open to the cavity claim 1 , and wherein the cross-member is welded to the floor panel in the cavity.4. The vehicle body structure as set forth in wherein the cross-member extends along an axis and the load transmittal bracket is disposed on the axis.5. The vehicle body structure as set forth in wherein the second segment has a height relative to the floor claim 1 , the height tapering in a direction from the door opening toward the cross-member.6. The vehicle body structure as set forth in wherein the first segment has a width that increases from the door opening to the cross-member.7. The vehicle body structure as set forth in wherein the second segment includes a load ...

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Номер записи: 66
09-02-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE

Номер: US20170036705A1
Автор: Muramatsu Yuki, Yamagishi Hideaki
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A vehicle body structure includes a pair of side sills, a front floor panel provided between the pair of side sills, a floor tunnel and a cross member extending in a vehicle width direction at a rear end of the floor tunnel. The cross member includes a vertical wall. The vertical wall extends continuously in the vehicle width direction between the pair of side sills, is joined to the rear end of the floor tunnel, and closes an opening of the rear end. A partition portion partitioning an inside of the floor tunnel in the vehicle longitudinal direction and a connecting portion connecting a lower portion of the partition portion and a lower portion of the vertical wall are disposed in the floor tunnel. 1. A vehicle body structure comprising:a pair of side sills arranged so as to be spaced apart in a vehicle width direction from each other;a front floor panel provided between the pair of side sills;a floor tunnel extending in a vehicle longitudinal direction at a center in the vehicle width direction between the pair of side sills and protruding upward from the front floor panel; anda cross member extending in the vehicle width direction at a rear end of the floor tunnel,wherein the cross member includes a vertical wall extending upward with respect to the front floor panel,the vertical wall extends continuously in the vehicle width direction between the pair of side sills, is joined to the rear end of the floor tunnel, and closes an opening of the rear end, anda partition portion configured to partition an inside of the floor tunnel in the vehicle longitudinal direction and a connecting portion configured to connect a lower portion of the partition portion and a lower portion of the vertical wall are disposed in the floor tunnel.2. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein the vertical wall is formed from one plate member.3. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein the cross member includes a flange portion projecting from the lower portion of the vertical wall ...

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Номер записи: 67
09-02-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF JOINING VEHICLE BODY COMPONENTS

Номер: US20170036706A1
Автор: Donabedian Edgar Edward, KHATRI Azaz, Wagner Darrin Neil
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A vehicle assembly is provided. The vehicle assembly includes a roof panel, a bodyside panel and a bolt. The roof panel and bodyside panel collectively form a roof ditch. The bolt includes a stud that has first and second distal portions. The first and second distal portions include first and second threaded portions, respectively. The first distal portion extends outwardly from one of the roof and bodyside panels and the second distal portion extending outwardly from the other of the roof and bodyside panels and into the roof ditch. 1. A vehicle assembly comprising:a roof panel and a bodyside panel collectively forming a roof ditch; anda bolt having a stud including first and second distal portions including first and second threaded portions, respectively, the first distal portion extending outwardly from one of the roof and bodyside panels and the second distal portion extending outwardly from the other of the roof and bodyside panels and being located within the roof ditch.2. The vehicle assembly of claim 1 , wherein roof and bodyside panels have overlapping base surfaces.3. The vehicle assembly of claim 2 , wherein the bolt includes a nut portion that is disposed within the roof ditch and adjacent to the overlapping base surfaces.4. The vehicle assembly of claim 3 , wherein a seal is disposed between the nut portion and one of the overlapping base surfaces.5. The vehicle assembly of claim 3 , wherein the overlapping base surfaces include aligned apertures and the first distal portion extends through the aligned apertures.6. The vehicle assembly of claim 5 , further comprising an opposing nut secured to the first threaded portion claim 5 , wherein the opposing nut is disposed adjacent to the overlapping base surfaces opposite of the nut portion.7. The vehicle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second distal portion is located entirely within the roof ditch.8. The vehicle assembly of claim 7 , wherein an elongated trim component is secured to the second distal ...

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Номер записи: 68
08-02-2018 дата публикации

COMPOSITE REFRIGERATED TRUCK BODY AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME

Номер: US20180037151A1
Автор: Bauer Jeffrie Scott, Storz Scott A., Thoma Michael L., Wylezinski Andrzej
Принадлежит: Wabash National, L.P.

A vehicle is disclosed having a composite cargo body assembled in a manner that may improve thermal efficiency, fuel efficiency, and costs of manufacturing. 1. A cargo body for a vehicle , the cargo body comprising: an upper surface;', 'a lower surface;', 'a right longitudinal support beam that extends from the lower surface, wherein the right longitudinal support beam is made from a composite material; and', 'a left longitudinal support beam that extends from the lower surface, wherein the left longitudinal support beam is made from a composite material; and, 'a composite floor havinga composite roof;a composite right sidewall coupled to the floor and the roof;a composite left sidewall coupled to the floor and the roof; anda composite nose coupled to the floor, the roof, the right sidewall, and the left sidewall.2. The cargo body of claim 1 , wherein:the right sidewall is adhesively bonded to the floor and the roof;the left sidewall is adhesively bonded to the floor and the roof; andthe nose is adhesively bonded to the floor, the roof, the right sidewall, and the left sidewall.3. The cargo body of claim 1 , wherein each of the floor claim 1 , the roof claim 1 , the right sidewall claim 1 , the left sidewall claim 1 , and the nose is made from a fiber-reinforced plastic material.4. The cargo body of claim 1 , wherein:the floor is a single molded component;the roof is a single molded component;the right sidewall is a single molded component;the left sidewall is a single molded component; andthe nose is a single molded component distinct from the floor.5. The cargo body of claim 1 , further comprising:a side door opening in one of the sidewalls; anda side door frame positioned around the side door opening and configured to receive a side door, the side door frame including an exterior portion adhesively bonded to an exterior surface of the corresponding sidewall and an interior portion adhesively bonded to an interior surface of the corresponding sidewall.6. The cargo ...

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Номер записи: 69
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Nodes with integrated adhesive ports and channels for construction of complex structures

Номер: US20180037282A1
Автор: Kevin Robert Czinger, Matthew M. O'brien, Praveen Varma PENMETSA, William Bradley Balzer, Zachary Meyer Omohundro
Принадлежит: Divergent Technologies Inc

A joint design to connect tubes for a space frame, where a space frame may be a vehicle chassis, is provided. The joint may connect carbon fiber tubes and may be designed with different shapes and configurations. The joint may include acceptor ports that may mate with a tube and simultaneously contact an inner surface and outer surface of the tube for a strong connection. The joint may also include centering features which may create a space between a surface of the tube and a surface of the joint through which adhesive may flow.

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Номер записи: 70
12-02-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY

Номер: US20150042125A1
Автор: BRÜGGEMANN Carsten, Dobberan Thomas, Drenckhahn Friedrich, Weber Stefan
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A vehicle body includes a bottom sillboard, the inner and outer profile parts of which are joined together, as viewed in the vehicle transverse direction, at upper and lower flange connections, to which bottom sillboard a pillar base of a body pillar element is attached, which, in the event of a side collision is supported with a first support profile against the upper flange connection of the bottom sillboard, and with a second support profile against a sillboard outer wall between the two flange connections. According to the invention, a force transmission element is provided in the hollow space of the bottom sillboard. In the event of a side collision, the force transmission element provides an additional force path between the second support profile and a sillboard inner wall. 19-. (canceled)10. A vehicle body comprising:a bottom sillboard having an inner profile part and an outer profile part, each profile part having an upper flange connection and a lower flange connection, wherein said inner profile part and said outer profile part are joined together by said upper and lower flange connections as viewed in a vehicle vertical direction (z);a body pillar element having a pillar base attached to the bottom sillboard, said pillar base having a first support profile and a second support profile,{'sub': 'A', 'wherein, in the event of a side collision (F), said pillar base is supported by the first support profile against the upper flange connection of the bottom sillboard and by the second support profile against a sillboard outer wall between the upper and lower flange connections; and'}{'sub': A', '2, 'a force transmission element arranged in a hollow space of the bottom sillboard, wherein, in the event of a side collision (F), the force transmission element provides a force path (L) between the second support profile and a sillboard inner wall.'}11. The vehicle body as recited in claim 10 , wherein the force transmission element is arranged in a vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 71
12-02-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE

Номер: US20150042126A1
Автор: Matsuda Hiroshi, WATANABE Jun
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A vehicle includes: a main frame having a plurality of members; and a reinforcing member that is made of a reinforced resin and that is disposed at a junction where three members out of the plurality of members intersect a point from three directions, or at a junction where one or two members intersect a point from any of three directions. 1. A vehicle comprising:a main frame having a plurality of members; anda reinforcing member made of a reinforced resin and disposed at a junction where three members out of the plurality of members intersect a point from three directions or at a junction where one or two members intersect a point from any of three directions.2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the three members at the junction where the three members intersect a point from three directions claim 1 , or a junction where the one or two members intersect a point from any of three directions are joined through the reinforcing member made of a reinforced resin.3. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing member has a three-dimensional structure.4. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of members include an outer member and an inner member; and wherein the reinforcing member is disposed in a tubular hollow space defined between the outer and inner members with a clearance in which the reinforcing member nearly comes into contact with inner walls of the outer and inner members.5. The vehicle according to claim 4 , wherein the reinforcing member is disposed only in a two-way portion in the junction where three members out of the plurality of members intersect a point from three directions.6. The vehicle according to claim 4 , wherein the junction where three members out of the plurality of members intersect a point from three directions includes right and left extensions and a lower extension; and wherein a space is defined between the reinforcing member and the upper sides of the right and left extensions of the junction ...

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Номер записи: 72
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Vehicle body having rear side member

Номер: US20150042129A1
Автор: Dae Seung Kim, Sung Hoon Cho
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co

A vehicle body includes: rear side members disposed at both sides of the vehicle body; a rear cross member rear having both end portions fixed to the rear side members; a rear cross member front having both end portions fixed to the rear side members, and disposed in front of the rear cross member rear; and a rear cross panel having a lower surface that is supported on and joined to the rear side members, the rear cross member rear, and the rear cross member front.

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Номер записи: 73
24-02-2022 дата публикации

JOINT STRUCTURE, JOINING METHOD, AND VEHICLE MEMBER

Номер: US20220055696A1
Автор: MATSUI Sho, YOSHINAGA Chisato
Принадлежит: NIPPON STEEL CORPORATION

According to the present invention, provided are a joint structure () which joins a plurality of overlapped steel members () using a connecting element () having a shaft portion (), the joint structure including: a first steel member (); and one or more of second steel members () overlapping the first steel member (), in which the shaft portion () of the connecting element () is penetrated through the second steel member (), and the shaft portion () of the connecting element () and the second steel member () are joined by friction welding, and the shaft portion () and the first steel member () are joined by friction welding, and a joining method for obtaining the joint structure. 1. A joint structure which joins a plurality of overlapped steel members using a connecting element having a shaft portion , the joint structure comprising:a first steel member; andone or more of second steel members overlapping the first steel member,wherein the shaft portion of the connecting element is penetrated through the second steel member, and the shaft portion of the connecting element and the second steel member are joined by friction welding, andthe shaft portion and the first steel member are joined by friction welding.2. The joint structure according to claim 1 ,{'b': ['1', '2', '2'], '#text': 'wherein in a case where a maximum diameter of a boundary between the shaft portion and the first steel member is denoted by Dmax, a maximum diameter of a boundary between the shaft portion and the second steel member is denoted by Dmax, and a minimum diameter of the shaft portion at a portion more distant from the second steel member than a measurement position of the Dmax is denoted by Dmin,'}{'b': '1', '#text': 'the Dmax is 0.65 times the Dmin or more, and'}{'b': '2', '#text': 'the Dmax is 1.20 times the Dmin or more.'}3. The joint structure according to claim 2 ,{'b': '1', '#text': 'wherein the Dmax is 0.92 times the Dmin or more.'}4. The joint structure according to claim 2 ,wherein ...

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Номер записи: 74
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Pillar-box rail-cab back structural joints for unibody vehicles

Номер: US20220055697A1
Автор: Marius Curea, Musheeruddin Zubair Syed, Scott SEASHORE, Shawn Michael Morgans, Steve William Gallagher, Vladimir Vladimirovich Bogachuk
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

This disclosure details exemplary pillar-to-box rail-to-cab back structural joints for unibody vehicles. An exemplary structural joint of a unibody vehicle may include a pillar assembly and a box rail assembly that intersects the pillar assembly and extends continuously up to a door opening flange of the pillar assembly. The pillar assembly and box rail assembly may establish a beam-to-beam connection of the structural joint. A cab back assembly may be secured relative to the pillar assembly and the box rail assembly to establish a third portion of the structural joint. Various spot welds may be provided for joining the various components of the structural joint.

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Номер записи: 75
07-02-2019 дата публикации

AUTOMOBILE MEMBER

Номер: US20190039653A1
Автор: OTSUKA Kenichiro
Принадлежит: NIPPON STEEL & SUMITOMO METAL CORPORATION

Provided is an automobile member including a hat-shaped first member that has a first flange, a second flange, a first wall portion erected from the first flange, a second wall portion erected from the second flange, and a web connecting the first and second wall portions to each other; a second member that is spot-joined to the first and second flanges; a first joining plate that is joined to inner wall surfaces of the first wall portion and the second member; and a second joining plate that is joined to inner wall surfaces of the second wall portion and the second member. 1. An automobile member which is long in one direction and of which a cross section perpendicular to a longitudinal direction is a hollow cross section , the automobile member comprising:a hat-shaped first member that has a first flange, a second flange, a first wall portion erected from the first flange, a second wall portion erected from the second flange, and a web connecting the first wall portion and the second wall portion to each other;a second member that is spot-joined to the first flange and the second flange;a first joining plate that is joined to an inner wall surface of the first wall portion and an inner wall surface of the second member; anda second joining plate that is joined to an inner wall surface of the second wall portion and an inner wall surface of the second member;wherein the first flange and the second member are joined to each other via a plurality of first melted and solidified portions formed along the longitudinal direction,wherein the first joining plate and the inner wall surface of the first wall portion are joined to each other via a second melted and solidified portion,wherein the first joining plate and the inner wall surface of the second member are joined to each other via a third melted and solidified portion, andwherein at least a part of the second melted and solidified portion and at least a part of the third melted and solidified portion are positioned ...

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Номер записи: 76
06-02-2020 дата публикации

MOTOR VEHICLE STRUCTURAL COMPONENT AND CORROSION PROTECTING METHOD

Номер: US20200040199A1
Автор: Kreuzer Bernhard, Timm Frank
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A motor vehicle structural component includes a first metal sheet and a second metal sheet placed against the first metal sheet. The first and second metal sheets are joined together in some areas. A gap is provided between the first and second metal sheets in the regions between the areas where the first and second metal sheets are joined together. The gap is configured to receive a coating material. At least one of the first or the second metal sheets includes at least one hole. Each hole opens to the gap and is configured to convey an inflow of the coating material to the gap. 1. A motor vehicle structural component , comprising:a first metal sheet; and wherein a gap is provided between the first and second metal sheets in the regions between the areas where the first and second metal sheets are joined together, the gap configured to receive a coating material,', 'wherein at least one of the first or the second metal sheets includes at least one hole, each hole opening to the gap and configured to convey an inflow of the coating material to the gap., 'a second metal sheet placed against the first metal sheet, the first and second metal sheets joined together in some areas,'}2. The motor vehicle structural component of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of spot welds that join the first and second metal sheets together.3. The motor vehicle structural component of claim 2 , wherein each of the spot welds is spaced from 25 to 40 millimeters from a directly adjacent spot weld.4. The motor vehicle structural component of claim 1 , wherein each hole is further configured to ventilate air from the gap.5. The motor vehicle structural component of claim 1 , wherein each hole is configured as a round circular bore.6. The motor vehicle structural component of claim 1 , wherein each hole has a diameter from 2 to 7 millimeters.7. The motor vehicle structural component of claim 1 , wherein each hole has a maximum width that is less than 8 millimeters.8. The motor vehicle ...

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Номер записи: 77
19-02-2015 дата публикации

Elastically averaged alignment systems and methods thereof

Номер: US20150050068A1
Автор: Jennifer P. Lawall, Joel Colombo, Steven E. Morris
Принадлежит: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

In one aspect, an elastically averaged alignment system is provided. The system includes a first component comprising an alignment member and a second component comprising an inner wall defining an alignment aperture. The alignment aperture is configured to receive at least a portion of the alignment member to couple the first component and the second component. At least one of the alignment member and the inner wall is an elastically deformable material such that when the alignment member is inserted into the alignment aperture, at least one of the alignment member and the inner wall elastically deforms to an elastically averaged final configuration to facilitate aligning the first component and the second component in a desired orientation

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Номер записи: 78
19-02-2015 дата публикации

METHOD OF PROVIDING A CORROSION BARRIER BETWEEN DISSIMILAR METALS WITH AN EPOXY INSULATOR

Номер: US20150050075A1
Автор: Danyo Michael William, Drobnich Duane, Grima Anthony J., Kelley Elaine C., Lazarz Kimberly Ann, Starbowski Robert G., Woodall Robert William
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A method for providing a corrosion-resistant barrier between bolted dissimilar metals comprising the steps of disposing epoxy adhesive tape on at least one of a first and second metal member, curing the epoxy adhesive tape, applying a corrosion-resistant layer to the first and second metal members, and bolting the first and second metal members together such that the cured epoxy adhesive tape is positioned between the first and second metal members. 1. A method for providing a corrosion-resistant barrier between bolted dissimilar metals comprising the steps of:disposing film epoxy adhesive on a first metal member;curing the film epoxy adhesive;applying a corrosion-resistant layer to the first metal member and a second metal member; andbolting the first metal and second metal members together such that the cured film epoxy adhesive is positioned between the first metal and second metal members.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first metal member is aluminum.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the second metal member is steel.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the corrosion-resistant layer is a cured electro-coat layer.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the film epoxy adhesive is cured for approximately 20 minutes at approximately 165° C.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the film epoxy adhesive is an insulator that will not receive the corrosion-resistant layer.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the film epoxy adhesive has a substantially consistent thickness of approximately 0.15 mm-0.4 mm.8. A method for providing a corrosion-resistant barrier between bolted dissimilar metals comprising the steps of:applying a corrosion-resistant layer to a first metal member and a second metal member;disposing film epoxy adhesive on the first metal member over the corrosion-resistant layer;curing the film epoxy adhesive;bolting the first metal and second metal members together such that the cured film epoxy adhesive is positioned between the first metal and second metal ...

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Номер записи: 79
03-03-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE

Номер: US20220063532A1
Автор: KOTAKE Shota
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A vehicle may include: an external fender covering a front fender panel; a bumper; and a retainer fixing the external fender and the bumper to the front fender panel, in which the external fender includes an external fender end, the bumper includes a bumper end, and the external fender end and the bumper end are disposed in vicinity to and face each other, the retainer is disposed near a boundary between the external fender end and the bumper end, the retainer is covered by the external fender and the bumper, the external fender end includes an external fender flange protruding inward of the vehicle, the bumper end includes a bumper flange protruding inward of the vehicle, the retainer includes a groove extending along the boundary between the external fender end and the bumper end, and the external fender flange and the bumper flange are inserted in the groove.

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Номер записи: 80
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle body upper section structure

Номер: US20190047627A1
Автор: Hiroyuki Kurokawa, Shin Terada
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Corp

There is provided a vehicle body upper section structure including: a pair of roof side rails that are spaced apart in a vehicle width direction and that extend along a vehicle front-rear direction; a roof reinforcement that extends along the vehicle width direction between the pair of roof side rails; extensions that each join a vehicle vertical direction lower side of a respective one of the pair of roof side rails to a respective vehicle width direction inward side of the roof reinforcement; and a beaded section that is provided at each extension, the beaded section projecting toward a lower side in the vehicle vertical direction and extending in the vehicle width direction such that a projection depth of the beaded section toward the lower side becomes deeper on progression from an inner side toward an outer side in the vehicle width direction.

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Номер записи: 81
14-02-2019 дата публикации

VEHICLE SIDE PORTION STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190047628A1
Автор: Kawase Kyosuke
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A vehicle side portion structure that includes: a pair of rockers arranged at each of two outer sides of a vehicle width direction of a floor panel of a vehicle, the rockers extending in a vehicle front-and-rear direction; and a plurality of cross-members that are arranged with length directions thereof in the vehicle width direction, both length direction end portions of each cross-member being fixed to the pair of rockers, and the cross-members being disposed to be spaced in the vehicle front-and-rear direction. A separation distance between neighboring cross-members in the vehicle front-and-rear direction is specified such that a bending reaction force of the rockers in response to an impact load applied during a side collision of the vehicle is equal to or greater than the impact load. 1. A vehicle side portion structure comprising:a pair of rockers arranged at each of two outer sides of a vehicle width direction of a floor panel of a vehicle, the rockers extending in a vehicle front-and-rear direction; anda plurality of cross-members that are arranged with length directions thereof in the vehicle width direction, both length direction end portions of each cross-member being fixed to the pair of rockers, and the cross-members being disposed to be spaced in the vehicle front-and-rear direction,wherein a separation distance between neighboring cross-members in the vehicle front-and-rear direction is specified such that a bending reaction force of the rockers in response to an impact load applied during a side collision of the vehicle is equal to or greater than the impact load.2. The vehicle side portion structure according to claim 1 , wherein the cross-members include floor cross-members on the floor panel that span in the vehicle width direction between the pair of rockers.3. The vehicle side portion structure according to claim 1 , further comprising a battery housing body in which a storage battery is housed claim 1 , the battery housing body being fixed to ...

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Номер записи: 82
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Vehicle side portion structure

Номер: US20190047629A1
Автор: Ryosuke ASA
Принадлежит: Toyota Motor Corp

A vehicle side portion structure that includes: a rocker provided at a vehicle width direction outer side end portion of a lower portion of a vehicle body, the rocker extending in a vehicle front-and-rear direction; and a pillar that extends in a vehicle vertical direction, a lower end portion of the pillar being joined to the rocker. A bellows portion is provided at the lower end portion of the pillar. The bellows portion is provided at a vehicle upper side of a joining portion of the pillar with the rocker, and protrusions and recesses are formed in the bellows portion to alternate in the vehicle vertical direction.

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Номер записи: 83
14-02-2019 дата публикации

FRONT VEHICLE BODY REINFORCING STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190047632A1
Автор: HONG Changki, KIM Do Hoi, KIM Dong Kyu, Kim Hae Woong, KIM JongSoo, KIM Sung Woo, Park Chang Ho, YU Jongduk
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A front vehicle body reinforcing structure includes: a shock absorber housing; a fender apron upper member connected to an upper end of an outer surface of the shock absorber housing in the width direction of the vehicle body; a front side member disposed inwardly in the width direction of the vehicle body at a lower portion of the fender apron upper member, and connected to a lower end of an inner surface of the shock absorber housing in the width direction of the vehicle body; and a fender apron member connecting the front side member and the fender apron upper member. The front side member and the fender apron member may form a three-dimensional box structure, and the fender apron member may be inserted into the front side member. 1. A front vehicle body reinforcing structure in which a shock absorber housing , a fender apron upper member , a fender apron member , and a front side member are disposed , wherein an inner member forming a basic frame of a vehicle body extending in a length direction of the vehicle body;', 'a front outer member disposed more outwardly than the inner member in a width direction of the vehicle body, disposed at a more frontal position than the fender apron member connected to the front side member, and forming a three-dimensional box structure by coupling with the inner member; and', 'a rear outer member disposed more outwardly than the inner member in the width direction of the vehicle body, disposed in a more rearward position than the fender apron member connected to the front side member, and forming a three-dimensional box structure by coupling with the inner member, and, 'the front side member includes a base member forming a basic frame connecting the inner member and the fender apron upper member;', 'a front member disposed more outwardly than the base member in the width direction of the vehicle body, and connected to a front end of the base member, a rear end of the front outer member, and the fender apron upper member;', 'a ...

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Номер записи: 84
25-02-2016 дата публикации

MOUNTING STRUCTURE OF INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT

Номер: US20160052562A1
Автор: Wada Toshinao, YOSHIDA Keigo
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Due to an insertion piece being inserted in a receiving portion, displacement of an instrument panel R/F with respect to a vehicle body in two directions that are orthogonal to a direction of insertion of the insertion piece into the receiving portion is restricted. Further, due to the insertion piece being inserted in the receiving portion, rotation of the instrument panel R/F around the direction of insertion of the insertion piece into the receiving portion is restricted. Therefore, as the insertion piece is inserted into the receiving portion at the time of installing the instrument panel R/F at the vehicle body, the instrument panel R/F can be positioned simultaneously with moving while being guided along the direction of insertion of the insertion piece into the receiving portion. 1. A mounting structure of an instrument panel reinforcement , comprising:a receiving portion that is formed at either one of a mounting surface portion, that faces a vehicle rear side, of a vehicle body skeleton member that structures a portion of a side portion of a vehicle body, or a facing portion, that faces the mounting surface portion, of an end portion, that is fixed to the mounting surface portion, of an instrument panel reinforcement that extends in a vehicle transverse direction; andan insertion piece that is provided at another of the mounting surface portion or the facing portion, and that is formed so as to be able to be inserted into the receiving portion, and that, by being inserted in the receiving portion, restricts displacement of the instrument panel reinforcement with respect to the vehicle body in two directions that are orthogonal to a direction of insertion into the receiving portion, and restricts rotation of the instrument panel reinforcement around the direction of insertion.2. The mounting structure of an instrument panel reinforcement of claim 1 , wherein:the receiving portion and the insertion piece are provided at one vehicle transverse direction side ...

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Номер записи: 85
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Load introduction device and method for adhesive bonding of a load introduction device

Номер: US20200047421A1
Автор: Benedikt Schulte, Gerret KALKOFFEN, Hauke Kühl, Jan Hadamus, Markus Bade
Принадлежит: Carbon Truck & Trailer GmbH

A load introduction device and a method for adhesive bonding of a load introduction device for fiber composite materials is disclosed. A sealant, particularly a first adhesive is used in the creation of a cavity and in the creation of a secured arrangement for the injection of adhesive into the cavity.

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Номер записи: 86
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Instrument Panel Support Structure

Номер: US20210053625A1
Автор: Richardson Henry
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An instrument panel assembly comprising: a crossmember () including a first beam () and a second beam (), a center support assembly () with a first structural arm (), a second structural arm (), and a center support bracket (); wherein the first beam () is hollow and has a larger diameter than the second beam (), and the second beam () is adapted to slide into the first beam (). 1. An instrument panel assembly comprising: i. a first beam; and', 'ii. a second beam;, 'a. a crossmember including i. a first structural arm;', 'ii. a second structural arm; and, 'b. a center support assembly includingiii. a center support bracket; andc. a steering column support;wherein the first beam is hollow and has a larger diameter at its widest cross section than the second beam, and the second beam is adapted to slide into and be received by the first beam; andwherein one or more of the first beam and the second beam include one or more longitudinal channels on an exterior surface.2. (canceled)3. The instrument panel assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more longitudinal channels of the first beam form one or more internal protrusions on an inner surface of the first beam.4. The instrument panel assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first structural arm of the center support assembly and the second beam complement each other when inserted into the first beam claim 1 , engaging one or more internal protrusions of the first beam claim 1 , and filling a portion of an interior of the first beam.5. The instrument panel assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second structural arm engages one or more longitudinal channels on the second beam with one or more interlocking features claim 1 , the one or more interlocking features fit inside the one or more longitudinal channels claim 1 , securing the second structural arm to the second beam.6. The instrument panel assembly of claim 3 , wherein the steering column support includes a first portion and a second portion claim 3 , the first portion and ...

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Номер записи: 87
13-02-2020 дата публикации

FASTENING STRUCTURE FOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20200047819A1
Автор: TANAKA Motoki
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In a suspension member having a closed cross section, insertion holes are respectively formed in an upper member and a lower member that are two opposing walls. A collar includes a cylindrical portion and a flange. The cylindrical portion is inserted through the insertion holes. On the upper member side, the cylindrical portion and the upper member are welded together, forming a weld bead. On the lower member side, the outer circumferential edge of the flange and the lower member are welded, forming a weld bead. The welding is applied so that the length of the welding line on the lower member side is longer. 1. A fastening structure for a vehicle using a collar as a reinforcing member to fasten a closed section member , the fastening structure comprising:two insertion holes respectively formed in opposing first and second walls of the closed section member; andthe collar comprising a cylindrical portion inserted through the two insertion holes,wherein the cylindrical portion of the collar and the first wall are welded together,the collar comprises a flange that extends on an outer circumferential side of the cylindrical portion and is disposed on an outer surface side of the second wall, and the flange and the second wall are welded together, andthe welding is applied such that a welded area on the second wall is larger than a welded area on the first wall.2. The fastening structure for a vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinthe flange has a circular outer circumference, andon a second wall side, a circular outer circumferential edge of the flange and the second wall are welded.3. The fastening structure for a vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinthe insertion hole in the second wall is larger than the insertion hole in the first wall but smaller than the flange, andon a second wall side, the flange and the second wall are in surface contact and a circular outer circumferential edge of the flange and the second wall are welded together. This application claims ...

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Номер записи: 88
13-02-2020 дата публикации

ROOF FRAME AND ROOF STRUCTURE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Номер: US20200047820A1
Автор: Fels Ines-Larissa, Jost Patrick
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A roof frame () for a roof structure () of a motor vehicle is closed in the circumferential direction and can be mounted on a body shell structure of the motor vehicle and connected to a roof outer shell (). The roof frame () is produced from a fiber composite material. A side of the roof frame () that faces the body shell structure of the motor vehicle has height-adjustable installation domes () and spacer elements () are attached to each of the installation domes (). The roof frame () and the roof outer shell () are connected to each other in an integrally bonded manner. 1. A roof frame for a roof structure of a motor vehicle , the roof frame being configured for mounting on a body shell structure of the motor vehicle and connected to a roof outer shell , the roof frame comprising: a circumferentially continuous frame element produced from a fiber composite material and having a lower side facing the body shell structure of the motor vehicle; height-adjustable installation domes mounted on the lower side of the frame element; and spacer elements attached respectively to the installation domes.2. The roof frame of claim 1 , wherein the roof frame is produced from a glass fiber reinforced plastic.3. The roof frame of claim 2 , wherein the installation domes are produced from a plastic resin.4. The roof frame of claim 3 , wherein the spacer elements are produced from an ethylene-propylene-diene rubber.5. The roof frame of claim 1 , wherein the spacer elements are bonded adhesively to the installation domes.6. A roof structure of a motor vehicle claim 1 , comprising the roof frame of and a roof outer shell made of a fiber composite material claim 1 , the roof frame being connected to the roof outer shell in an integrally bonded manner.7. The roof structure of claim 6 , wherein the fiber composite material is a carbon fiber reinforced plastic.8. The roof structure of claim 7 , wherein the roof structure is configured be fastened to a body shell structure of the motor ...

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Номер записи: 89
26-02-2015 дата публикации

MOTOR VEHICLE BODY

Номер: US20150054298A1
Автор: Calisoglu Hayrullah, RASEL Wolfgang
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A connecting element for a vehicle body substructure and a panel element having different heat expansion coefficients are provided. The connecting unit penetrates an opening in a plate of the substructure. A plate of the paneling element is held with play in the direction of its surface normal is in a groove of the connecting unit. The connecting unit includes a bushing having two parts that are moveable against one another in the direction of the surface normal, between which the other plate is held. 112-. (canceled)13. A motor vehicle body comprising:a substructure with a first heat expansion coefficient, the substructure having a first plate with a first opening formed therein;a paneling element with a second heat expansion coefficients which is different than the first heat expansion coefficient, the paneling element having a second plate having a second opening formed therein; and{'b': '3', 'at least one connecting unit penetrating the first and second openings such that one of the plates is held with play in the direction of its surface normal in a groove of the connecting unit (), wherein the connecting unit includes a bushing having two parts which are moveable against one another in the direction of their surface normals between which the other plate is held.'}14. The motor vehicle body according to claim 13 , wherein the one plate is a metal plate and the other plate is a plastic plate.15. The motor vehicle body according to claim 13 , wherein the two parts of the bushing are configured to move into a definitive position against a resistance out of a provisional position claim 13 , wherein the other plate is held between the two parts with play in the direction of the surface normal such that the other plate is clamped therebetween.16. The motor vehicle body according to claim 15 , wherein the two parts of the bushing comprise telescopically inter-engaging sleeve portions.17. The motor vehicle body according to claim 16 , wherein one of the sleeve portions ...

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Номер записи: 90
26-02-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY WITH STRUCTURAL COMPONENT

Номер: US20150054308A1
Автор: MILDNER Udo, TESKE Lothar
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The present disclosure relates to a front structure of a vehicle body having a wheel installation strut and a side member which flanks an interior defined by the front car. The side member has a convex surface, by means of which it is fastened to an end of the wheel installation strut in multiple points. At least one point is offset relative to the other points towards the interior. As a result, a front structure with good stiffness for improved occupant protection can be provided, which can also be assembled in a simple manner. 114-. (canceled)15. A front structure of a vehicle body comprising:a side member flanking an interior of the front structure and having a side wall; anda wheel installation strut having an end fastened at a plurality of attachment points to the side wall, wherein each of the plurality of attachment points has a surface normal which deviates from one another.16. The front car according to claim 15 , wherein the side wall comprises a convex surface.17. The front car according to claim 15 , wherein at least one attachment point of the plurality of attachment points is offset relative the other one towards the interior.18. The front car according to claim 15 , wherein at least one attachment point of the plurality of attachment points is arranged on a top side of the side member.19. The front car according to claim 15 , wherein at least one attachment point of the plurality of attachment points is arranged on a bottom side of the side member.20. The front car according to wherein at least one attachment point of the plurality of attachment points is arranged on a surface of the side member which is at least approximately oriented horizontally.21. The front car according to wherein the wheel installation strut further comprises an elongated hollow body and a structural component with a flange.22. The front car according to wherein the wheel installation strut further comprises a hollow body and a structural component plug-connected to the hollow ...

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Номер записи: 91
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Rear Body Section Of A Motor Vehicle Having a Reinforcing Structure

Номер: US20150054309A1
Автор: BOHLE Karsten, Harzheim Lothar, Kuenkler Boris
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A motor vehicle having a rear vehicle body with a reinforcing structure is disclosed. The reinforcing structure includes at least two legs starting out from a common center. A face side formed by each of the legs is at least partially structurally connected with a side wall of the rear vehicle body. The reinforcing structure has a section which over at least a portion of the reinforcing structure includes a top-hat shaped cross section having material sections which projecting laterally towards the outside at least partially serve as a flange for fastening to the side wall or another part of the vehicle body. 115-. (canceled)16. A rear body assembly for a motor vehicle with at least one reinforcing structure comprising at least two legs starting out from a common center and which are at least partially structurally connected with a face side formed by the legs to a side wall of a rear body panel.17. The rear body assembly according to claim 16 , wherein the reinforcing structure is formed X-shaped or Y-shaped and the center and the legs are formed through the X-shape or Y-shape.18. The rear body assembly according to claim 16 , wherein the reinforcing structure is structurally connected with a face side to an inner side wall of the body panel.19. The rear body assembly according to claim 16 , wherein the side wall comprises a through-opening configured for a side window which is arranged between the legs of the reinforcing structure.20. The rear body assembly according to claim 16 , wherein at least one leg of the reinforcing structure extends as far as to a roof frame and is structurally connected thereon.21. The rear body assembly according to claim 16 , wherein at least one leg of the reinforcing structure extends as far as to a C-pillar and is structurally connected thereon.22. The rear body assembly according to claim 16 , wherein at least one leg of the reinforcing structure extends as far as to a D-pillar and is structurally connected thereon.23. The rear ...

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Номер записи: 92
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Vehicle Flooring System

Номер: US20170050681A1
Автор: IMBRIGIOTTA Robert Anthony, SLEVINSKY Paul Edward
Принадлежит: Valeda Company (d/b/a "Q'Straint")

A flooring system for a vehicle having a corrugated floor comprises a plurality of flooring panels supported at their undersides by two or more registration members having locating members and other features for aligning the flooring panels vertically, laterally, and longitudinally. The flooring panels each have at least one longitudinally aligned load-bearing structure, such as in integrated track or a universal channel configured to receive a flanged track, filler material, or both. The registration members may have depending support members configured to engage in the valleys of the corrugated vehicle floor. 1. A flooring system comprising:a plurality of flooring panels, each having a longitudinal axis; and,a first registration member and a second registration member, each having a plurality of locating members that are collectively configured to position the plurality of flooring panels in parallel along the longitudinal axis.2. The flooring system of in which each the plurality of flooring panels has a first end claim 1 , wherein the first registration member includes an alignment member that is configured to engage the plurality of flooring panels to align their first ends.3. The flooring system of wherein the alignment member is a lip.4. The flooring system of wherein the lip includes a plurality of access windows that are configured to permit access into a longitudinally-aligned load-bearing structure of the plurality of flooring panels after installation on the first and second registration members.5. The flooring system of in which each of the plurality of flooring panels has an upper surface and a plurality of stand-off members claim 1 , wherein the stand-off members are configured to support the plurality of flooring panels in vertically spaced-arrangement with the upper surface.6. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of spaced-apart support members depend from each of the first registration member and the second registration member claim ...

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Номер записи: 93
10-03-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE ROOF STRUCTURE

Номер: US20220073146A1
Автор: Grattan Patrick
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A vehicle roof structure includes a roof bow and a stiffening member. The roof bow has a main section with a forward flange section, a rearward flange section and a middle section that extend in a lengthwise direction of the roof bow. The stiffening member has a panel portion with a plurality of forward projections extending from a forward edge of the panel portion and a plurality of rearward projections extending from a rearward edge of the panel portion. The plurality of forward projections are fixedly attached to the forward flange section of the roof bow and the plurality of rearward projections are fixedly attached to the rearward flange section of the roof bow. The panel portion of the stiffening member is located between the forward flange section and the rearward flange section of the roof bow. 1. A vehicle roof structure , comprising:a roof bow configured for attachment to a vehicle, the roof bow having a main section with a first end and a second end, a first overall length being measured from the first end to the second end and a first overall width being measured perpendicular to the first overall length, the main section having a forward flange section, a rearward flange section and a middle section that extend in a lengthwise direction of the roof bow between the first end and the second end, where forward and rearward directions are defined relative to a forward and rearward directions of the vehicle; anda stiffening member having a panel portion with a first end and a second end, the panel portion of the stiffening member having a second overall length being measured from the first end to the second end that is approximately equal to the first overall length and the panel portion of the stiffening member having a second overall width being measured perpendicular to the second overall length, the first overall width of the roof bow being greater than the second overall width of the panel portion of the stiffening member,the panel portion having a ...

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Номер записи: 94
10-03-2022 дата публикации

VEHICLE ROOF STRUCTURE

Номер: US20220073147A1
Автор: GOUMA Masahiro, Grattan Patrick
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A vehicle roof structure includes a roof bow, a vibration dampening plate and a weighted member attached to the vibration dampening plate. The roof bow has a forward flange section, a rearward flange section and a central section, the central section defining a recessed area. The vibration dampening plate is installed to an upper surface of the roof bow proximate the central section. A weighted member is fixedly attached to a lower surface of the vibration dampening plate such that the weighted member is at a level above the upper surface of the recessed area of the roof bow and has a non-contacting relationship with the roof bow. 1. A vehicle roof structure , comprising:a roof bow configured and dimension to install to opposing roof rails of a vehicle body structure, the roof bow having a first end and a second end, a first overall length being measured from the first end to the second end and a first overall width being measured perpendicular to the first overall length, the roof bow having a forward flange section, a rearward flange section and a central section that extend in a lengthwise direction of the roof bow between the first end and the second end, where forward and rearward directions are defined relative to a forward and rearward directions of the vehicle body structure, the central section defining a recessed area having an upper surface that is lower than respective upper surfaces of the forward and rearward flange sections;a vibration dampening plate installed to an upper surface of the roof bow proximate the central section of the roof bow spaced apart from the first end and the second end of the roof bow; anda weighted member fixedly attached to a lower surface of the vibration dampening plate such that the weighted member is at a level above the upper surface of the recessed area of the roof bow with a non-contacting relationship with the roof bow.2. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe vibration dampening plate defines a ...

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Номер записи: 95
10-03-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING A CONTAINING STRUCTURE FOR VEHICLES WITH CABS OR THE LIKE, METHOD AND VEHICLE OBTAINED WITH SAID STRUCTURE

Номер: US20220073153A1
Автор: CITTI Michele
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There is described a system for assembling a frame for a containing structure adapted to be mounted on a vehicle chassis. The system comprises a plurality of joints, each having a central core and a plurality of arms extending from the central core and forming securing members for a respective plurality of segments of tubular profile. 2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the joints are made of a molded polymer material charged with reinforcing fibers.3. The system of claim 1 , comprising one or more of the following:L-shaped joints with two arms oriented at 90° with respect to each other;X-shaped joints with four coplanar arms oriented at 90° with respect to one another;T-shaped joints with three coplanar arms;joints with three arms arranged according to three Cartesian axes;four-way joints with three arms arranged coplanar in the shape of a T and a fourth arm extending orthogonally to the plane on which the three coplanar arms lie.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least some of said joints comprise reinforcing gussets between the core and at least one of the arms extending from the core.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the segments of tubular profile are made of a material selected from the group comprising: a metal claim 1 , in particular aluminum claim 1 , a polymer or polymer blend claim 1 , a polymer or poly-mer blend reinforced with fibers claim 1 , in particular glass fibers.6. A frame of a containing structure having a three-dimensional con-figuration claim 1 , adapted to be mounted on a vehicle chassis claim 1 , said frame comprising a plurality of segments of tubular profile joined to one another to form said three-dimensional configuration by means of a plurality of joints of a system claim 1 , wherein each joint has a central core and a plurality of arms extending from the central core and forming securing members for a respective plurality of segments of tubular profile; wherein: the arms and the segments of tubular profile have a quadrangular cross ...

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Номер записи: 96
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Aluminium Die-Cast Part

Номер: US20160059903A1
Автор: ANASENZL Manuel, KLINKENBERG Franz-Josef, SEGAUD Jean-Marc
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An aluminum diecast part is provided, in particular in the form of a load-bearing motor vehicle part. In order to protect against sudden breaking loads, at least one tension element, made of a material that can be deformed in a ductile manner and having a different thermal expansion coefficient to the die-cast part, is bonded, in a load-resistant manner to the side of the die-cast part that is external to the load. The die-cast part remains highly deformable, even under the effects of greater temperature fluctuations, by way of the punctiform, shear-resistant interconnection of the die-cast part and the tension element at multiple sites distributed over the bond. 1. An aluminum die-cast part , comprising:a cast part having a first side to which a load can be applied;at least one tension element adhesively bonded in a load-resistant manner to an opposite side of the cast part to which the load can be applied, wherein the tension element is made of a material that undergoes ductile deformation when the load is applied and has a coefficient of thermal expansion different to that of the cast part, and the tension element and the cast part are connected to one another in a punctiform shear-resistant manner at multiple locations distributed over the adhesive bond between the cast part and the tension element.2. The aluminum die-cast part according to claim 1 , further comprising spot-welds connecting the adhesively bonded cast part and tension element.3. The aluminum die-cast part according to claim 1 , wherein mutually separated form-fit elements connect the tension element and the cast part to one another in the shear-resistant manner.4. The aluminum die-cast part according to claim 1 , wherein the tension element is made of a multi-phase steel.5. The aluminum die-cast part according to claim 4 , wherein the multi-phase steel is HC 600.6. The aluminum die-cast part according to claim 4 , wherein the cast part is made of an AlSi alloy.7. The aluminum die-cast part ...

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Номер записи: 97
05-03-2015 дата публикации

VEHICLE BODY

Номер: US20150061323A1
Автор: Nakazawa Yoshiaki, NISHIMURA Ryuichi, OTSUKA Kenichiro
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In a floor cross member configured by a web surface () as the top surface, a ridge part () contiguous to the web surface (), and a vertical wall surface () contiguous to the ridge part (), having a tensile strength of 440 MPa or larger, flanges () are formed at both longitudinal ends continuously around at least the web surface (), the ridge part () and the vertical wall surface (), and the floor cross member () is connected through the flanges () to a tunnel part () and to a side sill (). The flange () has a flange width l, at the center in the perimeter direction of the curved part (-), not smaller than the minimum flange width lof the curved part (-). Accordingly, a vehicle body, which is suppressed in deformation of the floor cross member () and improved in the torsional rigidity, is successfully provided. 1. A vehicle body comprising a longitudinal member disposed as aligned in the front-back direction of the vehicle body , and a widthwise member disposed as aligned in the widthwise direction of the vehicle body ,the widthwise member having at least a web surface which configures the top surface, a ridge part contiguous to the web surface, and a vertical wall surface contiguous to the ridge part,the widthwise member having a flange formed at the longitudinal end continuously around at least the web surface, the ridge part and the vertical wall surface, and being connected through the flange to the longitudinal member,{'sub': fc', 'fs, 'the flange having a flange width l, at the center in the perimeter direction of the curved part thereof, being not smaller than the minimum flange width lin the region excluding the center in the perimeter direction of the curved part, and'}the widthwise member having a tensile strength of 440 MPa or larger.2. The vehicle body according to claim 1 , wherein the widthwise member is a press-molded body having a ditch-like transverse cross-sectional shape.3. The vehicle body according to claim 1 , wherein the ridge part has a radius ...

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Номер записи: 98
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Vehicle Body B-Pillar Assembly with Cell Member

Номер: US20180057067A1
Автор: Mohamed Ridha Baccouche, Rahul Arora, Saeed David Barbat
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC

A vehicle B-pillar assembly is provided. The vehicle B-pillar assembly includes a T-bracket, a B-pillar inner, a B-pillar reinforcement, a cell member, and a B-pillar outer. The T-bracket is mounted to a roof rail. The B-pillar inner is mounted to the T-bracket. The B-pillar reinforcement is mounted to the B-pillar inner and defines a cavity. The cell member is sized for insertion within the cavity and for securing therein. The cell member is oriented with the T-bracket for partially absorbing a load from a side impact to the B-pillar assembly. The B-pillar outer spans between the roof rail and a rocker panel. The cell member may extend within the cavity between a location above a vehicle beltline and a location below the vehicle beltline.

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Номер записи: 99
02-03-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF TRAILER ATTACHMENT

Номер: US20170057568A1
Автор: Ballard Randy K.
Принадлежит: RKB Enterprises, LLC

The disclosure provides a system and method for trailer attachment. 1. A system comprising:a rectangular frame structure comprising a closed bottom interior section;at least two shelving elements affixed to at least two interior walls, the at least two shelving elements spaced a distance from the bottom of the interior section, the at least two shelving elements each comprising at least one orifice;at least two upper retaining elements affixed to at least two interior walls, the at least two upper retaining elements spaced a distance from the at least two shelving elements, the at least two upper retaining elements each comprising at least one orifice,a platform comprising a top surface and a bottom surface, at least a portion of the platform encompassed within the open interior space of the at least two shelving elements;at least two pin collars affixed to the platform, the at least two pin collars each comprising hollow interior portions;a hitch base portion pivotable about a pivot axis, the hitch base portion comprising a hollow interior portion, the hitch base portion comprising a hitch platform affixed to a top portion of the hitch base portion;a pivot pin rotatable within a portion of at least two of the hollow interior portions of the at least two pin collars and the hitch base portion;a lock bar slidably engageable within the distance between the at least two shelving elements and the at least two upper retaining elements, the lock bar comprising at least two orifices;anda plurality of locking elements partially encompassed within the at least one orifices of the at least two shelving elements, the at least one orifices of the at least two upper retaining elements, and the at least two orifices of the lock bar.2. The system of claim 1 , the hitch base portion in an upright position when engaged and retained by the lock bar.3. The system of claim 2 , the hitch base portion within a plane of symmetry perpendicular to a plane of symmetry of the frame structure ...

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Номер записи: 100