ДЕРЖАТЕЛЬ КРЫЛА

Изобретение относится к держателю крыла для транспортного средства. Держатель включает первую деталь (2) крепления, предназначенную для крепления к держателю (91) колеса (90) таким образом, чтобы быть жестко скрепленной с колесом в отношении поворота вокруг оси (ST) руления; вторую деталь (31, 32) крепления, предназначенную для соединения с крылом (100) и соединенную с упомянутой первой деталью (2) крепления с возможностью вращения вокруг основной оси (X) вращения, параллельной упомянутой оси (ST) руления, при помощи шарнирного пальца (4). Первая деталь (2) крепления свободно вращается относительно упомянутой второй детали (31, 32) крепления между исходным положением и конечным положением, которые разнесены друг от друга на заданное угловое расстояние относительно основной оси (X) вращения. Направляющий элемент (6) жестко скреплен с упомянутой первой деталью (2) крепления и с упомянутой второй деталью (2) крепления относительно смещения параллельно основной оси (X) вращения и может скользить ...

КОНСТРУКЦИЯ КУЗОВА ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

Группа изобретений относится к области транспортного машиностроения. По первому варианту конструкция транспортного средства содержит основную конструкцию и конструкции порогов. Основная конструкция включает в себя сборную конструкцию пола и верхнюю конструкцию транспортного средства над сборной конструкцией пола. Конструкция порогов имеет замкнутое поперечное сечение и образует внутреннюю полость. Сборная конструкция пола включает в себя центральный тоннель, боковые горизонтальные участки, проходящие снаружи от центрального тоннеля к внутренним участкам конструкций порогов, и датчик ускорения. Один из порогов содержит жесткую центральную конструкцию, расположенную во внутренней полости. По второму варианту конструкция транспортного средства содержит конструкцию пола, конструкции трубчатых порогов, облицовку и датчик ускорения. Транспортное средство содержит упомянутую конструкцию пола с трубчатыми порогами. Достигается повышение пассивной безопасности за счет обнаружения деформации конструкции ...

АВТОМОБИЛЬНЫЙ КОНСТРУКТИВНЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ И СПОСОБ ЕГО ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

Группа изобретений относится к области транспортного машиностроения. Автомобильный конструктивный элемент имеет замкнутую форму поперечного сечения, образованную с помощью бретений относится к области транспортного машиностроения. с помощью составляющих элементов. Составляющие элементы изготовлены из формованного тела из металлического листа. Первый составляющий элемент имеет участок вертикальной стенки, изогнутый участок и внутренний фланец. Изогнутый участок соединен с участком вертикальной стенки и изогнут по направлению к внутренней стороне замкнутой формы поперечного сечения. Внутренний фланец соединен с изогнутым участком. Автомобильный конструктивный элемент содержит участок передачи нагрузки. Участок передачи нагрузки образован в области между изогнутым участком и вторым составляющим элементом, является продолжением участка вертикальной стенки и соединяет их. Способ изготовления автомобильного конструктивного элемента содержит этап, на котором путем сварки образуют участок передачи ...

Устройство крепления оперения и крыльев передних осей

Полезная модель относится к области транспортного машиностроения, а именно к узлам крепления оперения и крыльев к раме транспортного средства повышенной проходимости с колесной формулой 8×8. Устройство крепления оперения и крыльев передних осей содержит Г-образные несущие кронштейны (1) для крепления верхних панелей крыла, опирающийся на кронштейны (1) каркас (2) в виде прямоугольной рамки, конструкцию из труб (3) с приваренными основаниями (4) для крепления задних панелей, а также сборно-сварную конструкцию (5) из труб и П-образных гнутых профилей для крепления боковых панелей и панелей передних крыльев. Г-образные несущие кронштейны (1) выполнены цельной конструкцией и имеют на боковых стенках серпообразные дуги R. При этом дополнительно установлены стяжные элементы в виде приварных уголков (6), закрепленных одной своей стороной к кронштейнам (1). Сварной каркас (2) снабжен продольной трубой-усилителем (7) и ребрами жесткости (8) в местах взаимного соединения. В местах соединения каркаса ...

УСИЛИТЕЛЬ ПОРОГА

Полезная модель относится к конструктивным элементам кузова, усилитель порога ориентирован относительно продольной оси автомобиля, при этом имеет в центральной части углубление пирамидообразной формы с прямоугольной выштамповкой в верхней части углубления, фланцы на торцевых краях, а также фланец с внутренней стороны и напротив фланца, с внешней стороны, ряд отверстий, при этом между соседними отверстиями выполнены выштамповки. Таким образом, применение полезной модели позволяет повысить жесткость порога. 1 фиг.

Конструкция кузова автомобиля в зоне соединения каркаса боковины и внутренней панели боковины

Полезная модель относится к области транспортного машиностроения, а именно к конструкции кузова легкового автомобиля, в частности к конструкции боковой части кузова легкового автомобиля.Задачей полезной модели является повышение жесткости в зоне соединения переднего каркаса боковины и внутренней панели боковины автомобиля в процессе эксплуатации. Предлагаемая конструкция кузова автомобиля в зоне соединения переднего каркаса боковины и внутренней панели боковины, представленная в виде штампованных деталей, соединенных между собой рядом сварных точек, отличается тем, что в верхней части узла внутренняя панель боковины соединена с усилителем ветровой стойки боковины, имеющем П-образное сечение, а в нижней части узла внутренняя панель боковины соединена с нижней накладкой боковины, имеющей П-образное сечение. 6 ил.

Кузов автомобиля в зоне расположения полки задка

Полезная модель относится к области транспортного машиностроения, а именно к конструкции кузова легкового автомобиля, в частности к конструкции задней части кузова. Обеспечение жесткости в зоне расположения полки задка автомобиля с кузовом типа «универсал» достигается путем использования конструкции соединения полки задка, состоящей из деталей как расположенных симметрично продольной оси кузова автомобиля, так и под углом к ней, соединенных стойками, при этом кронштейн крепления амортизатора задней подвески через внутреннюю арку заднего колеса сопряжен с надставкой полки задка и усилителем перегородки, которые боковыми фланцами связаны с внутренней угловой панелью боковины, дополнительно включает соединитель заднего окна полки задка, который сопряжен с боковыми фланцами надставки полки задка, усилителя перегородки, соединителем стойки заднего крыла и полки задка, формируя замкнутое коробчатое сечение, усилитель подоконного бруса боковины кузова расположен в распор между соединителем стойки ...

ПЛОЩАДКА УСТАНОВОЧНАЯ ЛЕБЕДКИ ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКОЙ ДЛЯ АВТОМОБИЛЯ

Полезная модель относится к изделиям автомобильной промышленности, в частности к силовым монтажным элементам для скрытой установки лебедки электрической за штатный бампер автомобиля на его раму. Задачей полезной модели является обеспечение расположения лебедки во внутреннем подкапотном пространстве автомобиля без образования выступов за внешние габариты и переднюю поверхность бампера. Поставленная задача решается площадкой установочной лебедки электрической для автомобиля, выполненной из стального листа прямоугольной формы толщиной 6 мм, который имеет боковые крепежные площадки и расположенный в передней части площадки сектор под крепление клюза, отличающейся тем, что сектор загнут на 90° вверх к плоскости площадки, а угол гиба боковых крепежных площадок составляет 70° по отношению к основной плоскости на расстоянии 460 мм с обеих сторон и высотой подъема от основной плоскости 20 мм, при этом на передней поверхности основной плоскости выполнены углы 20° симметрично на расстоянии 370 мм ...

СПОСОБ ПРОИЗВОДСТВА АВТОТРАНСПОРТНЫХ СРЕДСТВ И АВТОТРАНСПОРТНОЕ СРЕДСТВО, ПОЛУЧЕННОЕ ТАКИМ СПОСОБОМ

... 1. Способ производства автотранспортных средств, главным образом, образованных элементами кузова, элементами внутренней отделки и механическими элементами, при котором: ! осуществляют монтаж нижнего самонесущего элемента конструкции, образующего, по меньшей мере, днище салона автотранспортного средства, на котором крепятся механические элементы, элементы, образующие кузов, и элементы, составляющие внутреннюю отделку; ! осуществляют независимый монтаж одного или более взаимозаменяемых элементов кузова, определяющих сегмент, к которому принадлежит автотранспортное средство; ! осуществляют независимый монтаж одного или более механических элементов, определяющих технические данные автотранспортного средства, в зависимости от сегмента, к которому он принадлежит; ! осуществляют независимый монтаж одного или более элементов, образующих внутреннюю отделку автотранспортного средства, в зависимости от сегмента и диапазона цен, к которым он принадлежит; ! осуществляют сборку одного или более элементов ...

ОПОРА ОБОРУДОВАНИЯ ДЛЯ АВТОМОБИЛЯ

... 1. Опора (1) оборудования для автомобиля, причем опора (1) оборудованияa) выполнена для монтажа множества компонентов автомобиля и/или агрегатов автомобиля,b) включает в себя крепежное устройство для крепления на автомобиле и/илиc) выполнена для монтажа на структуре несущей рамы автомобиля, чтобы действовать как полунесущая часть структуры несущей рамы.2. Опора (1) оборудования по п. 1, причем опора (1) оборудования выполнена как плита (1) для оборудования и/или плоскостная деталь.3. Опора (1) оборудования по п. 1, причем опора (1) оборудования имеет по меньшей мере один шаблон (2.1) отверстий для монтажа по меньшей мере одного агрегата автомобиля и/или по меньшей мере одного компонента автомобиля.4. Опора (1) оборудования по любому из пп. 1-3, причем опора (1) оборудования имеет по меньшей мере одну выемку (2.2) для позиционирования агрегата автомобиля и/или компонента автомобиля.5. Опора (1) оборудования по любому из пп. 1-3, причем на опоре (1) оборудования смонтирована или выполнена ...

ВНЕШНИЙ УЗЕЛ ДЛЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА И КРЫЛО ДЛЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

ТРАНСПОРТНОЕ СРЕДСТВО, КАБИНА АВТОМОБИЛЯ ТИПА ПИКАП И СПОСОБ СВЯЗЫВАНИЯ ПАНЕЛИ КРЫШИ С БОКОВОЙ КУЗОВНОЙ КОНСТРУКЦИЕЙ

НИЖНЯЯ КОНСТРУКЦИЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

Группа изобретений относится к области транспортного машиностроения. По первому варианту нижняя конструкция транспортного средства содержит впускное и выпускное отверстия для воздуха и обтекатель. Впускное отверстие расположено на передней части транспортного средства. Выпускное отверстие расположено в вертикальном направлении относительно транспортного средства, ниже пола и направлено вниз относительно кожуха бампера. Кожух бампера расположен в передней части транспортного средства. Обтекатель расположен спереди в продольном направлении относительно переднего колеса транспортного средства. Обтекатель содержит переднюю и заднюю стенки. Обтекатель открывается с обеих сторон выпускного отверстия в поперечном направлении транспортного средства. По второму варианту нижняя конструкция транспортного средства содержит впускное отверстие, открытое в продольном направлении транспортного средства, и выпускное отверстие, открытое вниз в вертикальном направлении транспортного средства, и обтекатель ...

БАЛОЧНАЯ КОНСТРУКЦИЯ ПОЛА ВТОРОГО ЭТАЖА ДВУХЭТАЖНОГО АВТОБУСА

Изобретение относится к области транспортного машиностроения. Балочная конструкция пола второго этажа двухэтажного автобуса состоит из продольных и поперечных ферм, на которые укладывается напольное покрытие. Продольные фермы выполнены ниже уровня поперечных ферм, образуя на втором этаже проход для пассажиров, и установлены на переднюю и заднюю металлические колонны, опирающиеся на колесные арки. Достигается увеличение надежности и жесткости конструкции кузова. 4 ил.

ЭЛЕМЕНТ КОНСТРУКЦИОННО-ДЕКОРАТИВНЫЙ ТОЧНОЙ ГИБКИ И ЛИСТ ДЛЯ ЕГО ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

... 1. Материал листовой для формирования трехмерной конструкции сложной формы, включающий в себя ! линию гибки передней панели, разделяющую переднюю панель и отгибаемую панель, кривизна линии гибки передней панели обеспечивает формирование заранее выбранного профиля, по меньшей мере, на отгибаемой панели при гибке листового материала по линии гибки передней панели; ! линию сгиба, идущую вдоль отгибаемой панели, причем форма отгибаемой панели обеспечивает формирование заранее выбранного профиля отгибаемой панели на верхней панели при гибке листового материала по линии сгиба. ! 2. Материал листовой по п.1, в котором линия сгиба в основном является прямой. ! 3. Материал листовой по п.1, дополнительно включающий в себя дополнительную линию гибки, отделяющую отгибаемую панель от дополнительной отгибаемой панели, причем дополнительная линия в основном является прямой и обеспечивает формирование профиля первой отгибаемой панели на второй отгибаемой панели при гибке листового материала по дополнительной ...

ПЕРЕВОРАЧИВАЕМЫЙ КРОНШТЕЙН ДЛЯ ДЕТАЛИ ОТДЕЛКИ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА, ДЕТАЛЬ ОТДЕЛКИ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА И УЗЕЛ СРЕДНЕЙ СТОЙКИ И ОТДЕЛКИ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

КУЗОВ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА, В ЧАСТНОСТИ КУЗОВ СУХОПУТНОГО ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

... 1. Кузов транспортного средства, содержащий металлическую опорную конструкцию, включающую в себя множество стержней, взаимно закрепленных для образования трехмерной жесткой рамы, причем кузов транспортного средства дополнительно содержит множество надувных элементов, наполненных воздухом или другим газом, закрепленных на опорной конструкции и образующих панели между стержнями опорной конструкции, при этом надувные элементы образованы парой стенок, выполненных из композитного пластика, сваренных вместе по их периметру для образования воздухонепроницаемого корпуса, который надувается посредством вдувания в него заданного количества воздуха или другого газа.2. Кузов по п.1, в котором надувные элементы закреплены на наружной стороне опорной конструкции.3. Кузов по п.1, в котором надувные элементы закреплены на внутренней стороне опорной конструкции.4. Кузов по п.1, в котором надувные элементы образованы в виде отдельных независимых элементов, отдельно закрепленных на опорной конструкции.5.

ТРАНСПОРТНОЕ СРЕДСТВО, ЗАДНИЙ ПОРОГ И УЗЕЛ ПОРОГА И ПЛАТФОРМЫ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА ТИПА ПИКАП

УЗЕЛ АВТОМОБИЛЬНОГО КОМПОНЕНТА ИЗ АЛЮМИНИЕВОГО СПЛАВ (ВАРИАНТЫ) И УЗЕЛ МНОЖЕСТВЕННЫХ АЛЮМИНИЕВЫХ КОМПОНЕНТОВ ДЛЯ АВТОМОБИЛЯ

АВТОМОБИЛЬНЫЙ КОМПОНЕНТ, ГРУЗОВОЙ АВТОМОБИЛЬ МАЛОЙ ГРУЗОПОДЪЕМНОСТИ И СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ КОНСТРУКТИВНОГО ЭЛЕМЕНТА ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА ИЗ АЛЮМИНИЕВОГО СПЛАВА

... 1. Автомобильный компонент, образующий отверстие вне плоскости, содержащий:конструктивный элемент из алюминиевого сплава, содержащий основную часть, окружающую углубленный участок, содержащий деформационно упрочненный подучасток, присоединяющий опорный подучасток к основной части, при этом опорный подучасток находится вне плоскости с основной частью и образует отверстие.2. Компонент по п. 1, в котором опорный подучасток по существу параллелен основной части.3. Компонент по п. 1, в котором отверстие имеет периметр, а опорный подучасток имеет ширину, продолжающуюся по существу перпендикулярно от периметра, при этом ширина имеет значение по меньшей мере 6 миллиметров.4. Компонент по п. 1, в котором основная часть имеет первую толщину, а опорный подучасток имеет вторую толщину, по существу равную первой толщине.5. Компонент по п. 4, в котором основная часть имеет по существу плоскую первую поверхность, опорный подучасток имеет по существу плоскую вторую поверхность, по существу параллельную ...

УЗЕЛ КРЕПЛЕНИЯ КУЗОВА (ВАРИАНТЫ) И КАРКАС КУЗОВА

... 1. Узел крепления кузова для использования при присоединении кабины к раме транспортного средства, содержащий:по существу трубчатый поперечный элемент, выполненный из алюминия и имеющий продольную ось и поперечное сечение, образующие внутренний канал, причем по существу трубчатый поперечный элемент содержит первый участок наружной поверхности и второй противоположно расположенный участок наружной поверхности, при этом каждый из первого участка поверхности и второго участка поверхности содержит выровненные каналы в сообщении с внутренним каналом и для приема болта; ивтулку, выполненную из алюминия и содержащую внутреннюю часть по существу цилиндрической формы, образующую центральную ось и первый канал, выровненный с центральной осью, причем втулка дополнительно содержит наружную часть по существу цилиндрической формы, образующую центральную ось, выровненную с центральной осью внутренней части, и множество стенок, соединяющих внутреннюю часть и наружную часть, при этом втулка расположена ...

Montageeinheit eines Stirnwandquerträgers

Montageeinheit zum Befestigen eines Stirnwandquerträgers an einem Fahrzeugkarosseriepaneel (20) mittels eines Halters (10), der an jedem Ende des Stirnwandquerträgers angeordnet ist, wobei die Montageeinheit aufweist:eine Befestigungsmutter (100), die an dem Halter (10) befestigt ist und eine Nut (130), die am Außenumfang eines oberen Teils der Befestigungsmutter (100) ausgebildet ist, einen ersten Gewindeabschnitt (110), der benachbart zu dem Fahrzeugkarosseriepaneel (20) ausgebildet ist, und einen zweiten Gewindeabschnitt (120) aufweist, der benachbart zu dem Halter (10) ausgebildet ist, wobei der zweite Gewindeabschnitt (120) einen Durchmesser hat, der kleiner als der des ersten Gewindeabschnitts (110) ist;eine Stellschraube (200), die eine Durchgangsöffnung (230), die sich in Axialrichtung der Stellschraube (200) erstreckt, einen Körper (210), der an seinem Außenumfang ein Gewinde aufweist, das in den ersten Gewindeabschnitt (110) der Befestigungsmutter (100) geschraubt ist, und einen ...

Kraftfahrzeug-Strukturteil sowie Verfahren zur Herstellung des Strukturteils

Verfahren zum Verstärken eines, einen Hohlraum (20) aufweisenden Strukturteiles eines Kraftfahrzeuges, bei dem im Hohlraum (20) eine Faserverstärkung vorgesehen wird, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass in den Hohlraum (20) zunächst zumindest eine in Hauptbelastungsrichtung aussteifend wirkende Faser (26) eingesetzt und vorgespannt wird und dass anschließend ein aushärtender, die Faser (26) umschließender Strukturschaum (30) eingespritzt wird, wobei das Strukturteil zur Befestigung der Faser (26) zumindest zwei in das Strukturteil eingebrachte Schottteile (22, 24) aufweist, an denen die Faser (26) verankert wird, und dass die Faser (26) in definierter Länge an den Schottteilen (22, 24) befestigt wird, wobei zumindest ein Schottteil in dem Strukturteil (10) zur Vorspannung der Faser (26) durch eine Vorspannkraft (F) verlagert wird, und anschließend der Strukturschaum (30) eingespritzt und nach dessen Aushärten die Vorspannkraft (F) aufgehoben wird.

Korrosionsgeschützte Scharnieranbindung für ein Kraftfahrzeug

STRUKTURTEIL FUER EIN FAHRZEUG, DAS AN LETZTEREM BEFESTIGT IST, UM WENIGSTENS TEILWEISE ALS TRENNWAND ZU DIENEN.

Schlagfeste Komponente für ein Fahrzeug

Eine lasttragende oder nicht lasttragende Strukturkomponente für ein Fahrzeug mit verbesserter Schlagfestigkeit wie z. B. ein Gastankschutzschild, eine Unterbodenabschirmung, eine Strukturplatte, ein innerer Boden, ein Bodenblech, ein Dach, eine äußere Oberfläche, ein Lagerbereich, ein Handschuhfach, ein Konsolenfach, ein Kofferraum, ein Kofferraumboden, eine Ladefläche und Kombinationen davon wird geschaffen. Die Komponente weist eine Stützstruktur mit Leisten auf, die jeweils in vorbestimmten Intervallen voneinander beabstandet sind, um eine gerippte Oberfläche auszubilden, die zum Lasttragen in der Lage ist. Die Leisten sind sich longitudinal erstreckende, erhabene Leisten. Die gerippten Konstruktionen schaffen Stützstrukturen, die schlagfest sind.

Baukastensystem zum Herstellen von Bauvarianten einer gepanzerten Sonderschutz-Karosserie für Sonderschutz-Kraftwagen

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Baukastensystem zum Herstellen von Bauvarianten einer gepanzerten Sonderschutz-Karosserie (2) für Sonderschutz-Kraftwagen, mit wenigstens einer bauvariantenspezifischen gepanzerten Sonderschutz-Bodengruppe (4), mit einem bauvariantenspezifischen und für eine erste der Bauvarianten vorgesehenen ersten Sonderschutzaufbau (1), welcher zwei erste Sonderschutz-Seitenrahmen (6, 7) und ein mit den ersten Sonderschutz-Seitenrahmen (6, 7) verbindbares erstes Sonderschutz-Dach (8) umfasst, und mit einem bauvariantenspezifischen und für eine zweite der Bauvarianten vorgesehenen zweiten Sonderschutzaufbau (3), welcher zwei zweite Sonderschutz-Seitenrahmen (9, 10) und ein mit den zweiten Sonderschutz-Seitenrahmen (9, 10) verbindbares zweites Sonderschutz-Dach (11) umfasst, wobei zur Bildung der jeweiligen Bauvariante wahlweise der erste Sonderschutzaufbau (1) oder der zweite Sonderschutzaufbau (3) über die jeweiligen Sonderschutz-Seitenrahmen (6, 7, 9, 10) mit der Sonderschutz-Bodengruppe ...

FAHRZEUGSEITENSTRUKTUR

Eine Fahrzeugseitenstruktur umfasst ein Säuleninnenelement, das sich in Richtung eines in einer Fahrzeughöhenrichtung oberen Abschnitts eines Fahrzeugs erstreckt; und ein Säulenaußenelement, das gegenüber einer Außenseite des Säuleninnenelements angeordnet ist. Das Säulenaußenelement umfasst einen plattenförmigen Außenwandabschnitt, der gegenüber dem Säuleninnenelement angeordnet ist und sich in Richtung des in Fahrzeughöhenrichtung oberen Abschnitts des Fahrzeugs erstreckt, einen vorderen Seitenwandabschnitt, der sich von einem fahrzeugfrontseitigen Rand des Außenwandabschnitts in einer Fahrzeugbreitenrichtung nach innen erstreckt, einen hinteren Seitenwandabschnitt, der sich von einem fahrzeugheckseitigen Rand des Außenwandabschnitts in Fahrzeugbreitenrichtung nach innen erstreckt, einen vorderen Flanschabschnitt, der sich von einem in Fahrzeugbreitenrichtung inneren Rand des vorderen Seitenwandabschnitts in eine Fahrzeuglängsrichtung nach vorn erstreckt und so ausgelegt ist, dass eine ...

Verstärkungsstruktur eines Fahrzeugs

Verstärkungsstruktur eines Fahrzeugs, gekennzeichnet durch:eine Basis mit einer ersten Vielzahl von Ausschnitten;Entlastungselemente, die über die Basis hinweg angeordnet sind und jeweils Folgendes beinhalten:einen Querschnitt mit einer Vielzahl von Ecken, die eine Vielzahl von Innen- und Außenwinkeln bilden;ein distales Ende; undein offenes proximales Ende, das mit einem der ersten Vielzahl von Ausschnitten in Verbindung steht.

Fahrzeug mit tragenden strukturellen Teilen

Expandable filler insert for filling hollow spaces, comprises self-supporting continuous structure including polymer matrix containing polymer(s) or polymer precursor and latent blowing agent(s), and spacer and/or fixing element

The expandable filler insert (10) comprises a self-supporting continuous structure (11) having an outer surface which is positioned parallel to the interior shape of a cavity and is spaced apart from the interior surface of the cavity, and spacer and/or fixing element (12) protruding from the self-supporting continuous structure which secures the insert to the interior surface of the cavity. The self-supporting continuous structure comprises polymer matrix containing polymer(s) or polymer precursor and latent blowing agent(s). The expandable filler insert comprises a self-supporting continuous structure having an outer surface which is positioned parallel to the interior shape of a cavity and is spaced apart from the interior surface of the cavity, and spacer and/or fixing element protruding from the self-supporting continuous structure which secures the insert to the interior surface of the cavity. The self-supporting continuous structure comprises polymer matrix containing polymer(s) ...

Karosserieteil oder Strukturteil für ein Fahrzeug und ein Verfahren zu seiner Herstellung

Ein Karosserieteil oder Strukturteil für ein Fahrzeug ist gekennzeichnet durch einen oder mehrere Abschnitte (2, 4) mit einer ersten Wandstärke und einen oder mehrere Abschnitte (3, 5) mit einer zweiten Wandstärke, wobei die Abschnitte (2, 3, 4, 5) durch Laserschweißen gefügt sind. Das gefügte Bauteil ist durch Umformen geformt (1).

Vorrichtung zur Anordnung eines Personenrückhaltesystems

Vorrichtung zur Anordnung eines Personenrückhaltesystems in einem Verkehrsmittel, um mit dem Personenrückhaltesystem eine in dem Verkehrsmittel sitzende Person zu sichern, wobei die Vorrichtung eine Stützanordnung mit einer Vertikalstütze umfasst, welche in einem Bodenbereich des Verkehrsmittels aufrecht stehend fixierbar ist. Die Vorrichtung kennzeichnet sich dadurch, dass die Vertikalstütze als Hohlprofilelement ausgestaltet ist, wobei in einem Innenraum eines Hohlkörpers des Hohlprofilelements entlang einer Längserstreckung ein Profil zur Verstärkung der Vertikalstütze eingeschoben und lagefixiert ist.

Karosserieelement für ein Fahrzeug

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Karosserieelement für ein Fahrzeug und ein Fahrzeug mit einem solchen Karosserieelement. Das Karosserieelement umfasst eine Stützstruktur, eine Außenhaut und einen Antrieb. Die Stützstruktur trägt die Außenhaut. Der Antrieb ist eingerichtet, um die Stützstruktur zwischen zumindest einer ersten und einer zweiten Position zu verfahren. Die Außenhaut umfasst mehrere Außenhautelemente, die relativ zueinander beweglich sind, sodass die Außenhaut zumindest zwischen der ersten und der zweiten Position elastisch dehnbar ist. Die Außenhaut bildet in der ersten Position eine erste Fahrzeugaußenform und in der zweiten Position eine zweite, unterschiedliche Fahrzeugaußenform.

Karosserieelement mit Verstärkungsblech

Karosseriebauteil für eine selbsttragende Karosserie sowie selbsttragende Karosserie

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Karosseriebauteil (10) für eine selbstragende Karosserie (12) eines Fahrzeugs, insbesondere eines Kraftwagens, wobei das Karosseriebauteil (10) aus einem Laminat (14) gebildet ist, welches wenigstens eine erste Schicht (16a) aus einem faserverstärkten Kunststoff und wenigstens eine in zumindest teilweiser Überdeckung mit der ersten Schicht (16a) angeordnete und mit der ersten Schicht (16a) verbundene, zweite Schicht (18a) aus einem metallischen Werkstoff aufweist, sowie eine selbsttragende Karosserie (12) mit wenigstens einem solchen Karosseriebauteil (10).

Strukturverstärktes Hohlelement sowie eine dieses aufweisende Fahrzeugkarosserie

Die Erfindung betrifft ein strukturverstärktes Hohlelement (2), insbesondere für eine Fahrzeugkarosserie (1), aufweisend eine einen Hohlraum (10) wenigstens teilweise umschließende Wandung (3, 4), wobei sich die Wandung (3, 4) derart dreidimensional erstreckt, dass sie einen ersten Wandungsabschnitt (12) mit einer Öffnung (14) und einen diesem diametral gegenüberstehenden, von diesem beabstandeten zweiten Wandungsabschnitt (13) aufweist, und einen Bolzen (8), der an seinem ersten axialen Bolzenende (A1) einen in radialer Richtung über den kopfseitigen Bolzenumfang vorstehenden, einen größeren Durchmesser (D1) als die Öffnung (14) im ersten Wandungsabschnitt (12) aufweisenden Bolzenkopf (7) aufweist und durch die Öffnung (14) des ersten Wandungsabschnitts (12) gesteckt ist. Das vom kopfseitigen ersten Bolzenende (A1) entfernte zweite axiale Bolzenende (A2) des Bolzens (8) ist an dem zweiten Wandungsabschnitt (13) axialverschiebungsfest befestigt und es verbleibt zwischen einer Außenseite ...

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Bauteils, Bauteil und Kraftfahrzeug mit einem derartigen Bauteil

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Bauteils (10), insbesondere eines Karosseriebauteils, für ein Kraftfahrzeug, wobei zumindest ein erstes Bauteilelement (12) des Bauteils (10) durch schichtweises lokales Verschmelzen und/oder Versintern wenigstens eines pulverförmigen Aluminiumknetwerkstoffs (16) hergestellt wird, indem dem pulverförmigen Aluminiumknetwerkstoff (16) durch wenigstens einen Hochenergiestrahl (18) Energie zugeführt wird. Des Weiteren betrifft die Erfindung ein durch ein solches Verfahren hergestelltes Bauteil (10) sowie ein Kraftfahrzeug mit einem derartigen Bauteil (10).

Mehrkammerprofil mit einem Einlegeteil zur Befestigung eines Anbauteils

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Hohlprofil (1) mit wenigstens einer innenliegenden Trennwand (2) zur Bildung von Kammern (3, 4), bei welchem zur Befestigung eines Anbauteils an dem Hohlprofil (1) ein Einlegeteil (10) in einer Montageposition innerhalb einer Kammer (3) angeordnet ist und das Einlegeteil (10) zur Herstellung einer Verbindung mit dem Anbauteil ein Verbindungsmittel (11) aufweist. Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass das Einlegeteil (10) als Mehrkammerprofil mit einer senkrecht zur Profilrichtung (R1) des Hohlprofils (1) und senkrecht zur Trennwand (2) verlaufenden Profilrichtung (R2) ausgebildet ist, eine an einer äußeren Begrenzungswand (5) des Hohlprofils (1) anliegende Stirnfläche (12) des Einlegeteils (10) einen zapfenförmigen Anschlussflansch (13) aufweist, welcher zur Fixierung des Einlegeteils (10) in der Montageposition in eine Durchgangsöffnung (6) der Begrenzungswand (5) formschlüssig eingreift, und das Einlegeteil (10) in dessen Profilrichtung (R2) mit einer Länge ( ...

Energieabsorbierender Verkleidungsteil für Kraftfahrzeug

ZWISCHEN EINER FENSTERSCHEIBE UND DER FAHRZEUGKAROSSERIE ANGEORDNETER SCHALLDÄMPFUNGSABSCHNITT

Vehicle bodywork and frame production process, involving building up object, dividing it into sections and fixing end sections of parts together

The production process includes the steps of: building up the object of the required initial form, e.g. one with a closed cross section, by producing a pair of end sectors on it, possibly by means of hydraulic deformation; dividing the object into first and second sectors; and firmly fixing the end sector of the first part to the end sector of the second part.

Strebe zur Außenhautverstärkung für eine Blech-Außenhaut eines Kraftfahrzeuges

Offenbart ist eine Außenhautverstärkung für eine Außenhaut eines Kraftfahrzeuges, wobei die Außenhautverstärkung aus einer Strebe gebildet ist, welche sich parallel zu der Außenhaut erstreckt, und an Verbindungspunkten verdrehfest im Fahrzeug angeordnet ist, wobei die Strebe über eine Klebschicht mit der Außenhaut verbunden ist.

Dichtungseinheit für ein Hohlprofil einer Fahrzeugkarosserie

Die vorliegende Erfindung bezieht sich auf eine Dichtungseinheit (1) für ein sich entlang einer Längsachse erstreckendes Hohlprofil (10) einer Fahrzeugkarosserie, mit einem Rahmen (2), dessen Seitenwände (3) in Richtung der Längsachse des Hohlprofils (10) um ein bestimmtes Maß ausdehnbar und derart angeordnet sind, dass sie im Wesentlichen der Form des Querschnitts des Hohlprofils (10) entsprechen, wobei die Seitenwände (3) an ihrer Außenseite umlaufend mit einer Wanddichtung (5) zur Abdichtung des Rahmens (2) an der Innenwand des Hohlprofils (10) versehen sind, wobei die Dichtungseinheit (1) innerhalb ihres Rahmens (2) mindestens einen sich in Richtung der Längsachse des Hohlprofils (10) erstreckenden Raumabschnitt (15, 16) umfasst, welcher mindestens ein bewegbares Dichtelement (6, 7) zur Abdichtung des Raumabschnitts (15, 16) in Richtung der Längsachse des Hohlprofils (10) aufweist.

Motor vehicle i.e. cabriolet vehicle, has front and rear bar ends and flange subjected by force with component transverse to driving direction, and support structure attached to ends and flange for retention of height distance of bars

The vehicle (1) has a pair of front bars (5, 6) and a pair of rear bars (7, 8) attached to a base area of a cabriolet vehicle. Ends (9, 10) of the bars are directly or indirectly firmly connected with each other. The ends and a plate-shaped flange (14) are subjected by force with a component transverse to a driving direction by a drive body (15). The connection area is movable by an actuator subjected by the drive body. A support structure (21) having a vertical shaft area is attached to the ends and the flange for retention of a height distance of the bars opposite to the base area.

Karosserieteil für ein kraftfahrzeug

A process for producing a metal sheet

Method of assembling a vehicle frame

Improvements in or relating to vehicle constructions

... 312,933. Budd Manufacturing Co., E. G., (Assignees of Ledwinka, J.). June 2, 1928, [Convention date]. Addition to 295,647. Bodies.-In a combined chassis and bodv construction for road vehicles the chassis members are contoured to the form of the body and the lower edges of the body are provided with longitudinally extending stampings particularly in their threshold portions which fit down over the chassis members and nest therewith. The body may be constructed of unit assemblies such as cowl, intermediate and tonneau sub-assemblies. The stamping 22 which is of channel form fits over the chassis member 10 as shown and secured thereto in appropriate manner. A flange 29 is provided to which the cowl panelling 27 is secured. A similar stamping 23 forms the threshold portion, the inner edge being straight and formed with a pressed portion 24, 32 to support the floor boards 33 while the outer portion is formed as shown and connected to the intermediate panelling or posts. At the wheel housing ...

Vehicle with a convertible top

A vehicle (10) having a convertible top includes internal body reinforcement members including a belt line reinforcement assembly (80) attached to the upper back panel (54) and the upper portion of the body quarter panels (46). The belt line reinforcement assembly (80) is connected to quarter panel reinforcements (70, 72) to form a box-like structure having an aperture therethrough which disposes the trunk and passenger compartments of the vehicle (10) in communication. The quarter panel reinforcement members (70, 72) are attached to the body quarter panels (46) and the wheelhouse panels (48) of the vehicle (10). A cross-support member (100) attached to the rear seat riser of the compartment floor pan and rocker panel reinforcement (70, 72) are also provided. A header (36) is mounted to the upper edge of the vehicle windshield (34) and is provided with a recessed rear portion for receiving the front cross-bow of the convertible top in a flush alignment with the upper surface of the header ...

Modular construction of a semi moulded composite automotive vehicle tub.

A new and simplified method to manufacture a structural composite automotive vehicle tub. Pre-machined bulkheads are used as the datum points for the tub assembly and are the only significant parts of the structure that require holding in a jig. This significantly reduces the amount of accurate jigging required for this type of application thus reducing assembly costs. These pre-machined front and rear bulkheads also eliminate the requirement for a final machining operation thus eliminating a production stage which in turn reduces time and costs.

Vehicle Body Part for A Motor Vehicle

Composite component for a motor vehicle body

A roll-formed composite component 23 for a motor vehicle body comprises a light metal layer (for example, aluminium) 4, a steel sheet layer 3 and an adhesive layer 2 electrically insulating the light metal layer 4 and the steel sheet layer 3 against one another. The composite component 23 can, on its own or together with other components 21,22, form a sill 20.

Improvements in pressed metal automobile bodies

... 273,709. Budd Manufacturing Co., E. G., (Assignees of Ledwinka, J.). July 3, 1926, [Convention date]. Bodies.-In pressed metal touring bodies of the kind assembled from cowl, side and tonneau units the units are constructed in a simplified manner with a minimum of framework, the side sills are provided with a number of inwardly projecting brackets connected together by transverse cross braces, which, in certain instances, have forwardly projecting brackets to support the heel board and the front seat is adjustable in position longitudinally of the body. The cowl unit comprises a cowl panel 10, Fig. 1, connected at the rear to the A post and at the front to a sheet member carrying a fuel tank, brace members 21 in two parts being provided, which members are adapted to support the wind shield stanchion and the instrument board 18. The A post is connected to the sill by a channel member 81. The side sills 29, Fig. 10, are provided with inwardly projecting brackets 42, Fig. 13, and 45, Fig.

Improvement in closed vehicle body construction and upholstery therefor

... 209,485. Bonel, S. S. Oct. 10, 1922. Doors for passenger vehicles.-An all-metal body for a closed vehicle comprises hollow frame members for the doors and windows. flanged portions on these members under which the upholstery panels are secured, and beaded members overlying and covering the flanged portions. The invention is described in connection with the body of an automobile and also includes means for securing a ceiling panel, seat cushions, arm rests, and window glass. The frame members 5, Fig. 2, of the door are open on the inside where they are formed with flanges 6 underneath which are secured a metal piece 7 and an upholstery panel 20a comprising fibre board covered with upholstery cloth. The flange 6 adjacent the window 4 is covered by a beaded member 13, the window glass being held against a flange 9 by a strip 10 which is secured to the member 13, frame 5 and piece 7 by screws 11.

Improvements in or relating to vehicle front construction

... 354,677. Road vehicle bodies. BUDD MANUFACTURING CO., E. G., 2500, Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, U.S.A. -(Assignees of Ledwinka, J.; 2500, Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, U.S.A.) Jan. 6, 1931, No. 504. Convention date, Jan. 17, 1930. [Class 108 (i).] A road vehicle front construction includes a unitary lower windscreen header stamping adapted to extend from side to side and comprising a downwardly presenting portion formed, at its front edge, with a seat to receive the cowl panelling and at its rear it is formed with ventilator openings. The cowl panelling 10 extends as a unitary stamping entirely around the wind shield opening and is reinforced at various parts by a lower windshield header, an upper header, front posts, and lower inner panelling. The cowl panel 10, Fig. 4, is formed with an angular portion 10, 12 to support the weather channel 24 and against which the lower windshield header 18 is secured. This header 18, which is of downwardly presenting channel section, has a ...

Improvements in or relating to the construction of automobiles

... 546,007. Vehicle bodies. BISHOP, W. H. April 8, 1941, No.4673. [Class 108 (i)] [Also in Group XXII] In making automobiles from pressings of substantially the same contour in a range of sizes, any component is formed in two or more parts which may be united e.g. by welding along a line or lines located at a point or points adjacent which there is little change of contour, the parts being united directly for an automobile of the largest size, but being first trimmed off adjacent the meeting edges before uniting in the case of the smaller sizes. While two or more sets of dies are required for making a component, a separate set is not required for each size. The wind screen panel 10 may be formed from two pressings welded at 11 or four pressings welded at 11 and 12, the smallest sizes being formed by first trimming off at 11 and 12. The rear panel may be formed of two pressings welded on the line 16, Fig. 4, and the floor assembly from three parts 13, 14, 15, trimmed if required at the inner ...

Improvements in the construction of vehicle bodies

... 417,144. Vehicle bodies. METAL SECTIONS, Ltd., and HENDERSON, L. B., Paddock Works, Oldbury, Birmingham. June 12, 1933, No. 16705. [Class 108 (i).] In an omnibus or like body of the type in which a portion of the frame overhangs the side chassis members the corner or side pillars of the front bulkhead or like transverse frame are supported by compression struts to which they are connected by tie bars, the compression struts being located over the chassis members. As shown, the front bulkhead comprises front corner pillars 8 and a central post 2 connected together by a waist rail 3. A compression strut 4 is located between the waist rail 3 and an underframe member 5 and is connected to the front pillar 8 and to the member 5 by a tie bar 7. The central post 2 is connected to the strut 4 by a diagonal member 9 which is strengthened by a tie bar 10. In a modification, the lower end of the strut 4 is also connected to the pillar 8 by an upwardly inclined diagonal strut. The bulkhead is mounted ...

Body aperture plug and body conversion

PROCEDURE FOR THE INTERIOR HIGH PRESSURE TRANSFORMING OF ARTICLES AND THEREBY MANUFACTURED ARTICLE

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A PLATTENFÖRMIGEN COMPONENT AND BODY COMPONENT

MOTOR VEHICLE APPLICATION PART, IN PARTICULAR BODY SCREEN

CONSTRUCTION UNIT WITH DIFFERENT PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

VEHICLE BODY GROUND AND PLATTFORMSYSSTEM

PROCEDURE FOR THE FIGURATION OF FRAME PARTS WITH BOX SECTION.

Automobile door made of press metal.

Combined coach body and chassis construction.

Coach body framework, in particular united coach body and Fahrgestellrabmen

STRUCTURAL FOAM MATERIAL

COACH BODY IN HYBRID BUILDING METHOD AND PROCEDURE FOR ITS PRODUCTION

Manually portable and inflatable automobile

A method for producing a structural element with a reinforced bend and a structural element

HYBRID REINFORCEMENT STRUCTURE

A structural reinforcement for insertion into a cavity of a vehicle structure including a base reinforcing portion (13), an expandable material and a localized reinforcement (12) is disclosed. The localized reinforcement is placed within the structural reinforcement at a location of anticipated increased deformation during vehicle impact in an effort to reduce deformation and control the load distribution post-impact.

VEHICLE BODY PLATFORM FOR AN AUTOMOBILE AND AUTOMOBILE COMPRISING SUCH A VEHICLE BODY PLATFORM

The invention is directed to a vehicle body platform (1) for an automobile, comprising a passenger body module (100) having a front structural interface (110) and a rear structural interface (120). The vehicle body platform further comprises a front body module (200) having a rear structural interface (220) and a rear body module (300) comprising a front structural interface (310). The rear structural interface (220) of the front body module (200) and the front structural interface (110) of the passenger body module (100) are corresponding structural interfaces configured to mechanically interconnect the passenger body module (100) with the front body module (200) and the front structural interface (310) of the rear body module (300) and the rear structural interface (120) of the passenger body module (100) are corresponding structural interfaces configured to mechanically interconnect the passenger body module (100) with the rear body module (300).

STRUCTURAL MEMBER AND VEHICLE

A structural member (10) includes: a hat member (1); and a closing plate (2). The hat member (1) includes: a top-surface portion (1a); a pair of side walls (1b) extending from both edges of the top-surface portion (1a); and flanges (1c). The closing plate (2) is in contact with the flanges (1c). Each of the side walls (1b) includes a low-strength portion (1s) extending from a first edge of the side wall (1b) to a position at a distance Sh. The distance Sh is 20 to 40 % of the height H of the side wall (1b). The yield strength of the low-strength portion (1s) is 60 to 85 % of the yield strength of the side wall (1b) as measured at a position (1mid) of one-half of the height of the side wall (1b).

STRUCTURAL MEMBER FOR AUTOMOBILES

This structural member (100) for automobiles includes: a press-molded article (110) formed using one steel plate; and reinforcing members (120) fixed to the press-molded article (110). The press-molded article (110) includes two vertical wall sections (111) and a top plate (112) joining the two vertical wall sections (111). The reinforcing members (120) have an L-shaped cross-section and include a first plate-shaped section (121) and a second plate-shaped section (122). The first plate-shaped sections (121) are fixed to the vertical wall sections (111) such that the second plate-shaped sections (122) protrude from the vertical wall sections (111) towards the outside, along the top plate (112). The characteristics of this kind of structural member are high in a three-point bending test.

STRUCTURAL MEMBER AND STRUCTURAL MEMBER FOR VEHICLE

This structural member 10 comprises a hat member 1 and a closing plate 2. The length LY of a tubular portion which is formed by the hat member 1 and the closing plate 2 is at least six times the height H of a pair of side walls 11, 12. Each of the pair of side walls 11, 12 includes a high-strength portion 11A, 12A and low-strength portion 11B, 12B. The yield strength of the high-strength portion is 500 MPa or more. The yield strength of the low-strength portion is 60-85% of the yield strength of the high-strength portion. The high-strength portions are formed in the portions of the pair of side walls facing each other in an area having a dimension of (2/3)H-3H in the extension direction of the ridgeline. The low-strength portions are arranged on both sides of each high-strength portion.

AUTOMOBILE MEMBER

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.

STRUCTURAL BEAM WITH COVER PLATE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING

Structural beam which comprises a first beam and a cover plate to be attached to the first beam. The first beam has a substantially U-shaped cross-section along at least a first portion of its length. The U-shape comprises a bottom wall, two sidewalls, a lateral flange at an end of at least one of the two sidewalls, and a groove in the junction between the sidewall and the lateral flange. The groove has a substantially flat first joining region at or near the bottom of the groove. The cover plate of the structural beam has a substantially flat second joining region welded to a first joining region. Methods for manufacturing such beams are also provided.

VEHICLE HAVING A REMOVABLE PANEL ASSEMBLY

A vehicle is disclosed, comprising a frame, a driver seat connected to the frame, a plurality of ground engaging members operatively connected to the frame, a motor operatively connected to at least one of the wheels, the motor being disposed rearward of the driver seat, and a panel assembly connected to the frame, the motor being accessible to a user when the panel assembly is removed, the panel assembly including a cargo platform, a left side panel connected to a left side of the cargo platform, and a right side panel connected to a right side of the cargo platform, the panel assembly and a portion of the frame being selectively removable from the vehicle as a unit. In some implementations, the portion of the frame includes a cross-member disposed under the cargo platform, and a left and right leg extending therefrom.

LAP WELDING METHOD, LAP JOINT, PRODUCTION METHOD OF LAP JOINT, AND AN AUTOMOBILE PART

The present invention addresses the problem of minimizing breakage due to cracking associated with a HAZ softening region during generally circular laser lap-welding as a substitute for resistance spot-welding, in order to lap a plurality of steel sheets including high-strength steel plates. It was discovered that the problem is solved by a lap-welding method for lapping a plurality of steel plates and forming a generally circular laser welded portion (1), wherein the occurrence of cracking associated with a HAZ softening region is minimized through irradiation with a laser in a linear pattern passing through the outer edge of the generally circular laser welded portion (1), forming a quench portion (8) in the steel plates.

JOINT STRUCTURE BODY OF MEMBERS

To further improve the mechanical characteristics of a bonding structure provided with a bonding section made by bonding members together, and particularly torsional to improve rigidity and absorption energy characteristics during axial collapse. A structure for bonding members having a first member and a second member, the structure for bonding members being provided with a bonding section for bonding the first member and the second member such that an end of the second member abuts on a surface of the first member, wherein: the bonding section is provided with an end flange formed continuously along the end of the second member, at least part of the end flange overlapping the surface of the first member, and a unit bonding section for bonding the end flange and the first member; the end flange is formed continuously on at least part of the end of the second member with a rising curved surface interposed therebetween; the rising curved surface includes a thickened part of greater thickness ...

METHOD OF PRODUCING TAILORED TUBES

A method of manufacturing a hollow structural frame rail includes rotating a tube relative to a tool to reduce an outside diameter of the tube at predetermined positions along the length of the tube. An elastomeric insert is positioned within the tube. The tube is bent at a location containing the insert. The bent tube is hydroformed to define a finished shape of the frame rail.

WALL PANEL FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

The present application relates to a wall panel for recreational vehicles. In one representative embodiment, a wall panel for a recreational vehicle comprises a main body defining at least one pre-formed panel opening, and an inwardly extending peripheral flange located along a perimeter of the at least one pre-formed panel opening. The wall panel is configured to be mounted onto a structural wall of the recreational vehicle such that the peripheral flange covers an inner surface of a corresponding opening defined in the structural wall.

ENERGY ABSORBENT INTERIOR TRIM FOR VEHICLE

A trim assembly for a vehicle providing energy absorption between a body member and a trim cover and a plurality of energy absorbing pins therebetween that are either permanently plastically deformed upon the cover initially being impacted or that are elastically deformed to absorb kinetic energy as the cover is impacted.

LADDER FRAME ASSEMBLY FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE

A rail frame assembly for a motor vehicle comprises a rearward frame module having a pair of generally parallel rearward frame rail members interconnected by a rearward cross-member assembly. A central frame module includes a pair of generally parallel central frame rail members interconnected by a central cross-member assembly, the central frame members each having a generally Ushaped transverse cross-sectional configuration including a vertical base wall portion and a pair of outwardly extending generally parallel horizontal wall portions extending from opposite ends of the base wall portion. The U-shaped central frame members are each bent bent between two spaced positions thereof, and one of the horizontal wall portions extending from one end of the base wall portion has metallic grains therein substantially stretched at a location between the spaced positions. In addition, an opposite one of the horizontal wall portions extending from an opposite end of the base wall portion has metallic ...

Carrosserie en métal embouti, pour voitures automobiles.

Füllmasse aus Metall.

Kraftwagen, insbesondere Personenwagen

Wagenkasten für Kraftfahrzeuge.

Bending test girder.

Es ist ein Biegeträger (21) beschrieben, der aus einem Materialprofil mit einer grösseren Längs- als Quererstreckung besteht, das an seinen beiden Längsseiten mit Anbindemitteln (26, 27) ausgestattet ist. Weiters umfasst das Materialprofil wenigstens ein Zugkräfte aufnehmendes Bauteil (22), welches sich über wenigstens einen Teil der Länge des Materialprofils erstreckt. Der derart verstärkte Biegeträger ist insbesondere für den Einsatz als Querträger in einem Stossfängersystem im Automobilbau oder für ein Gehänge im Seilbahnwesen geeignet.

Device for structural reinforcement.

Ein Halbfabrikat (11) zur Herstellung von Leitplanken-Vorrichtungen (1) weist zwei oder mehr Blechelemente (2, 2´) auf, die entlang mindestens eines Teils ihrer Konturen (21) zusammengefügt sind, beispielsweise durch Schweissen oder Kleben, so dass sich mindestens ein Hohlraum (13) bildet, welcher druckdicht verschlossen oder verschliessbar ist. Vorzugsweise erstreckt sich der mindestens eine Hohlraum (13) entlang einer Längsachse (16) des Halbfabrikats. Das Halbfabrikat (11) ist vorzugsweise aufrollbar, faltbar oder knickbar. Eine erfindungsgemässe Leitplanken-Vorrichtung (1) umfasst ein Halbfabrikat (11), welches durch Aufblasen des Hohlraums (13) des Halbfabrikats (11) umgeformt worden ist. Es kann zudem ein Druckgenerator (4), insbesondere chemische Treibladung, vorgesehen sein, mit welchem vorübergehend oder kontinuierlich ein Überdruck innerhalb eines geschlossenen Hohlraums (13) der Leitplanken-Vorrichtung (1) erzeugbar ist. Ebenfalls kann eine Steuervorrichtung (5) vorgesehen sein ...

Semi-manufacture for the production of a guard rail device and guard rail device with such a semi-manufacture.

Ein Halbfabrikat zur Herstellung von Leitplanken-Vorrichtungen (1) weist zwei oder mehr Blechelemente (2, 2´) auf, die entlang mindestens eines Teils ihrer Konturen zusammengefügt sind, beispielsweise durch Schweissen oder Kleben, so dass sich mindestens ein Hohlraum (13) bildet, welcher druckdicht verschlossen oder verschliessbar ist. Vorzugsweise erstreckt sich der mindestens eine Hohlraum (13) entlang einer Längsachse (16) des Halbfabrikats. Das Halbfabrikat ist vorzugsweise aufrollbar, faltbar oder knickbar. Eine erfindungsgemässe Leitplanken-Vorrichtung (1) umfasst ein Halbfabrikat, welches durch Aufblasen des Hohlraums (13) des Halbfabrikats (11) umgeformt worden ist. Es kann zudem ein Druckgenerator, insbesondere chemische Treibladung, vorgesehen sein, mit welchem vorübergehend oder kontinuierlich ein Überdruck innerhalb eines geschlossenen Hohlraums (13) der Leitplanken-Vorrichtung (1) erzeugbar ist. Ebenfalls kann eine Steuervorrichtung vorgesehen sein, mit welchem Zustände innerhalb ...

Inflatable constructive element pneumatically for motor vehicles.

Linvenzione concerne degli elementi costruttivi gonfiabili pneumaticamente e montati stazionariamente su un autoveicolo (1), unautomobile per il trasporto di persone preferibilmente. Linvenzione prevede preferibilmente che lelemento gonfiabile (1, 2) sia montato in un punto esterno della carrozzeria del veicolo (1) e che lo stesso, dopo il gonfiaggio, eserciti una funzione di protezione del veicolo (1) e/o di protezione contro il pericolo di infortunio da parte di terzi (pedoni in particolare) e/o di modifica della aerodinamicità del veicolo (1) e/o di variazione del volume utile del veicolo (1) (vano porta-bagagli) e/o di altre funzioni tese ad incrementare la sicurezza e laffidabilità del veicolo (1). Lelemento costruttivo gonfiabile pneumaticamente può poi, a seconda del suo impiego, venir gonfiato manualmente, mediante una pompa manuale, oppure automaticamente mediante un compressore daria azionato da uno o più sensori che determinano le condizioni di intervento dellelemento gonfiabile ...

Vehicle, comprising an air directing device.

Ein Fahrzeug (1) enthält eine Luftleitvorrichtung (2), wobei das Fahrzeug einen Frontbereich (3), eine Windschutzscheibe (4), ein Dach (5), eine Heckscheibe (6) und einen Heckbereich (7) umfasst, welche um eine Fahrgastzelle (8) angeordnet sind. Die Luftleitvorrichtung (2) umfasst eine Kanalanordnung (20), wobei die Kanalanordnung (20) ausserhalb der Windschutzscheibe (4) über das Dach (5), ausserhalb der Heckscheibe (6) zum Heckbereich (7) des Fahrzeugs verläuft. Die Kanalanordnung (20) enthält einen Lufteinlass (30).

Fahrzeug enthaltend eine Luftleitvorrichtung.

Ein Fahrzeug (1) enthält eine Luftleitvorrichtung (2), wobei das Fahrzeug einen Frontbereich (3), eine Windschutzscheibe (4), ein Dach (5), eine Heckscheibe (6) und einen Heckbereich (7) umfasst, welche um eine Fahrgastzelle (8) angeordnet sind. Die Luftleitvorrichtung (2) umfasst eine Kanalanordnung (20), wobei die Kanalanordnung (20) ausserhalb der Windschutzscheibe (4) über das Dach (5), ausserhalb der Heckscheibe (6) zum Heckbereich (7) des Fahrzeugs verläuft. Die Kanalanordnung (20) enthält einen Lufteinlass (30), wobei der Lufteinlass derart angeornet ist, dass von Frontbereich (3) zum Lufteinlass (30) strömende Luft durs dem Lufteinlass (30) mit die Kanalanordnung (20) einführbar ist.

COMMON FRAME SAFETY FOR PASSENGER CARS

SYSTEMS AND METHODS CHANGE OF COLOUR, OF APPEARANCE OR TACTILE PROPERTIES OF SURFACE OF VEHICLE

Передняя часть бронированного транспортного средства

Полезная модель относится к машиностроению, в частности к конструкции передней части бронированного транспортного средства. Технический результат, достигаемый заявляемым решением, заключается в обеспечении удобства доступа к обслуживаемым силовым агрегатам. Указанный результат достигается тем, что передняя часть бронированного транспортного средства, содержащая кабину и капоты, закрывающие силовую установку, передний из которых шарнирно закреплен перед силовой установкой, а задний шарнирно закреплен за силовой установкой, причем передний капот выполнен с возможностью фиксации в нескольких открытых положениях, при этом он связан с упором переднего капота, выполненным в виде рычагов, шарнирно крепящихся между собой, к переднему капоту и каркасу оперения, причем на одном из рычагов шарнирно закреплен ограничитель, который, при частично открытом положении переднего капота, имеет возможность взаимодействия с выступом, выполненным на другом рычаге. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 184 886 U1 (51) МПК B62D 25/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B62D 25/00 (2006.01) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018110682, 26.03.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 13.11.2018 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 26.03.2018 (45) Опубликовано: 13.11.2018 Бюл. № 32 94011269 A1, 27.08.1996. SU 948737 A1, 07.08.1982. US 3179201 A1, 20.04.1965. US 2332377 A1, 19.10.1943. (54) Передняя часть бронированного транспортного средства (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к установкой, а задний шарнирно закреплен за машиностроению, в частности к конструкции силовой установкой, причем передний капот передней части бронированного транспортного выполнен с возможностью фиксации в нескольких средства. открытых положениях, при этом он связан с Технический результат, достигаемый упором переднего капота, выполненным в виде заявляемым решением, заключается в рычагов, шарнирно крепящихся между собой, к обеспечении ...

Подножка транспортного средства

Полезная модель относится к транспортному машиностроению, в частности к подножкам транспортных средств.Технический результат, достигаемый заявляемым решением, заключается в повышении надежности крепления подножки транспортного средства в транспортном положении.Указанный результат достигается тем, что подножка транспортного средства, содержащая ступени с нескользящими поверхностями и средство блокировки, причем верхняя ступень неподвижно закреплена на транспортном средстве, а каждая из нижерасположенных ступеней крепится к опорным элементам вышерасположенных ступеней при помощи шарнирно-закрепленных поворотных рычагов, при этом нижняя ступень выполнена с возможностью поворота относительно промежуточной ступени в верхнее горизонтальное или нижнее горизонтальное положение, а промежуточная и нижняя ступени выполнены с возможностью поворота относительно верхней ступени в верхнее горизонтальное или нижнее горизонтальное положение, при этом средство блокировки представляет собой замковое устройство, расположенное на тыльной стороне промежуточной ступени и выполненное с возможностью автоматической фиксации подножки в транспортном положении. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 187 504 U1 (51) МПК B60R 3/02 (2006.01) B62D 25/22 (2006.01) E06C 5/04 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК B60R 3/02 (2018.08); B62D 25/00 (2018.08); E06C 5/04 (2018.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018131381, 30.08.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 11.03.2019 (45) Опубликовано: 11.03.2019 Бюл. № 8 Адрес для переписки: 603004, г. Нижний Новгород, пр. Ленина, 88, ООО "ВИЦ" (73) Патентообладатель(и): Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "Военно-инженерный центр" (ООО "ВИЦ") (RU), Публичное акционерное общество "Арзамасский машиностроительный завод" (ПАО "АМЗ") (RU) (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 2643865 C2, 06.02.2018. US U 1 1 8 7 5 0 4 R U (54) Подножка транспортного ...

SHEET MATERIAL HAVING A CONCAVE-CONVEX PART, AND A VEHICLE PANEL AND LAMINATED STRUCTURE USING THE SAME

A sheet material () has a concave-convex part (). Using first, second and intermediate reference planes (K, K, K) as a reference system, a virtual lattice longitudinally and laterally divides a unit area () disposed in the intermediate reference plane (K) into n equal parts that are categorized as first boxes () and second boxes (). A first reference area () contains a plurality of the first boxes (), and a second reference area () contains a plurality of the second boxes (). First areas () respectively protrude from the first reference areas () toward the first reference plane (K). Second areas () respectively protrude from the second reference areas () toward the second reference plane (K). Each of the first areas comprises a first top surface () and first side surfaces (). Each of the second areas comprises a second top surface () and second side surfaces (). 1. A sheet material having a stiffness-increasing concave-convex part , whereina first reference plane, an intermediate reference plane, and a second reference plane, which are three virtual planes that are successively disposed spaced apart and parallel to one another serve as a reference system; a plurality of unit areas, which are virtual squares, are defined in the intermediate reference plane and each unit area contains an interior portion;virtual boxes, which are partitioned by a virtual lattice that longitudinally and laterally divides the interior portion of each of the unit areas into n equal parts, wherein n is an integer greater than or equal to 4, are categorized as first boxes and second boxes;{'sup': '2', 'the boxes are arranged such that each column and each row of boxes in each unit area contains both the first boxes and the second boxes and such that two or more of the same type of box are disposed adjacently either longitudinally or laterally, and such that the total number of the first boxes and the total number of the second boxes inside each unit area are both an integer that is within ...

Motor vehicle chassis

A motor vehicle chassis including two valance lateral flanks including a horizontal portion for attachment to a central floor situated between the two lateral flanks, at least one horizontal beam for accepting seats which is mounted on the raised central floor of the vehicle, and a housing for an energy reservoir situated under a horizontal main surface of the central floor, the horizontal portions of the valance and the main surface of the central floor having a height difference. The chassis further includes connecting elements arranged on each side of the chassis and including a flat portion fixed to the central floor and an inclined portion fixed to one end of the horizontal beam, the inclined and flat portions being joined together and produced as a single piece, and the connecting element being fixed to the horizontal beam and to the central floor respectively, using welding.

SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR VEHICLE

A support structure for a vehicle is interposed between a vehicle body and a vehicle part and is connected with fastening members to support the vehicle part. The support structure is made of a non-ferrous light alloy. Among connecting surfaces of the support structure to which the vehicle body and the vehicle part are connected, an electrochemical corrosion inhibitor is applied to a connecting surface that is located on a lower side, in a vertical direction of the vehicle, of one of the vehicle body and the vehicle part. The one of the vehicle body and the vehicle part corresponds to the applied connecting surface. 1. A support structure for a vehicle that is made of a non-ferrous light alloy , that is to be interposed between a vehicle body and a vehicle part , and that is to be connected to the vehicle body and the vehicle part with fastening members to support the vehicle part , whereinamong connecting surfaces of the support structure to which the vehicle body and the vehicle part are connected, an electrochemical corrosion inhibitor is applied to a connecting surface that is located on a lower side, in a vertical direction of the vehicle, of one of the vehicle body and the vehicle part, the one of the vehicle body and the vehicle part corresponding to the applied connecting surface.2. The support structure according to claim 1 , wherein a film thickness of the electrochemical corrosion inhibitor is in a range of from 20 μm to 50 μm.3. The support structure according to claim 1 , wherein the support structure is a mount bracket.4. The support structure according to claim 1 , wherein the support structure is a steering knuckle.5. The support structure according to claim 1 , wherein the support structure is manufactured by casting.6. The support structure according to claim 1 , wherein the non-ferrous light alloy is selected from a group consisting of aluminum claim 1 , an aluminum alloy claim 1 , copper claim 1 , a copper alloy claim 1 , magnesium claim 1 , and ...

SHEET MATERIAL HAVING A CONCAVE-CONVEX PART, AND VEHICLE PANEL AND LAMINATED STRUCTURE USING THE SAME

A sheet material () includes a stiffness-increasing concave-convex part (). A first reference plane (K), an intermediate reference plane (K), and a second reference plane (K) serve as a reference system. The intermediate reference plane is partitioned by first lattice straight lines (L), second lattice straight lines (L), and third lattice straight lines (L) so as to define hexagonal unit areas () and triangular unit areas () in the intermediate reference plane. Areas that include a plurality of the hexagonal unit areas and the triangular unit areas are designated as first, second and third reference areas (), respectively. Combinations thereof constitute new first, second and third reference areas (), respectively. The concave-convex part includes first areas () and second areas (), which respectively include the new first reference areas and the new second reference areas, and third areas (), which include the new third reference areas. 1. A sheet material having a stiffness-increasing concave-convex part , whereina first reference plane, an intermediate reference plane, and a second reference plane, which are three virtual planes that are successively disposed spaced apart and parallel to one another, serve as a reference system;the intermediate reference plane is partitioned by (i) a plurality of virtual first lattice straight lines disposed parallel to one another and spaced apart by a prescribed spacing, (ii) a plurality of virtual second lattice straight lines inclined by substantially 60° with respect to the first lattice straight lines and disposed parallel to one another and spaced apart by the prescribed spacing, and (iii) a plurality of virtual third lattice straight lines inclined by substantially 60° with respect to the first lattice straight lines and the second lattice straight lines, disposed parallel to one another and spaced apart by the prescribed spacing, and disposed such that the third lattice straight lines pass through the midpoint of each ...

LIGHT-WEIGHT VEHICLE

A motorized vehicle, including rigid core board panels joined together to form a support structure having an exterior surface and an interior surface opposite the exterior surface. The interior surface of the support structure faces an occupant compartment. Each of the panels includes a honeycomb core sandwiched between opposing fiberglass-reinforced sheets. The vehicle includes a layer of energy absorbing material mounted on the exterior surface of the support structure and wheels mounted on the support structure. At least one of the wheels is steerable from the occupant compartment. A motor is mounted on the support structure and operatively connected to at least one of the wheels. 1. A motorized vehicle , comprising:a plurality of rigid core board panels joined together to form a support structure having an exterior surface and an interior surface opposite said exterior surface, the interior surface of the support structure facing an occupant compartment, each of said panels comprising a honeycomb core sandwiched between opposing fiberglass-reinforced sheets;a layer of energy absorbing material mounted on the exterior surface of the support structure;a plurality of wheels mounted on the support structure, at least one wheel of said plurality of wheels being steerable from the occupant compartment; anda motor mounted on the support structure and operatively connected to at least one wheel of said plurality of wheels.2. A motorized vehicle as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the honeycomb core comprises polypropylene.3. A motorized vehicle as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the fiber-reinforced sheets comprise polypropylene.4. A motorized vehicle as set forth in claim 3 , wherein the fiber-reinforced sheets comprise woven fiberglass at least partially surrounded by the polypropylene.5. A motorized vehicle as set forth in claim 4 , wherein the fiber-reinforced sheets comprise about 40% to about 60% polypropylene by volume.6. A motorized vehicle as set forth in claim 1 ...

VEHICLE BODY

A modular vehicle frame structure assembly, which combines a monocoque cabin structure with separately attachable space frame structures, is disclosed. The modular vehicle body assembly includes a monocoque cabin structure, a front frame section and a rear frame section, wherein the front and rear frame sections secure separately to the respective front and rear sections of the cabin structure and extend longitudinally therefrom forming a modular vehicle body with the cabin structure. The modular vehicle frame assembly is useful in the construction of light weight, low-profile military vehicles. 1. A modular vehicle body assembly comprising:a monocoque cabin structure;a front frame section; and,a rear frame section, wherein the front and rear frame sections secure separately to the respective front and rear sections of the cabin structure and extend longitudinally therefrom forming a modular vehicle body with the cabin structure.2. The modular vehicle body assembly of claim 1 , wherein the monocoque cabin structure further comprises an armored construction.3. The modular vehicle body assembly of claim 1 , wherein the front and rear frame sections form a chassis.4. The modular vehicle body assembly of claim 1 , wherein the front frame section further includes first and second rail members parallel to one another with a cross member extending between and connecting the first and second rail members.5. The modular vehicle body assembly of claim 4 , wherein the front frame section houses a front wheel and suspension assembly and an engine compartment.6. The modular vehicle body assembly of claim 1 , wherein the rear frame section further includes first and second rail members parallel to one another with a cross member extending between and connecting the first and second rail members.7. The modular vehicle body assembly of claim 6 , wherein the rear frame section houses a rear wheel and suspension assembly.8. A modular architecture for forming a vehicle body for a ...

Structure for passenger vehicle interior, and manufacturing method therefor

A structure for a passenger vehicle interior is a structure for constituting the vehicle interior of a passenger vehicle, is formed in a monocoque structure in which the entire structure from the front side to the rear side of the vehicle interior is integrally formed by a fiber-reinforced resin, has a bowl-shaped structure part which is provided at least on the front side among the front side and the rear side of the structure and which opens toward the rear side, and has a side-wall part formed as a vertical wall that is continuous with the bowl-shaped structure part and extends in a front-rear direction of the structure, at each of both side parts of the structure, and a manufacturing method therefor.

VEHICLE

There is provided a vehicle. The vehicle of a first aspect of the present invention includes a main frame constituted by a structure in which an outer member and an inner member are connected to each other. A reinforcing member (reinforcement pillar center outers) made of reinforced plastics is interposed between the outer member and the inner member. The vehicle of a second aspect of the present invention includes a plurality of members. One (a pillar center inner) of at least two members (for example, a pillar center inner and a panel side outer) connected to each other is made of reinforced plastics. 1. A vehicle comprising a main frame constituted by a structure in which an outer member and an inner member are connected to each other ,wherein a reinforcing member made of reinforced plastics is interposed between the outer member and the inner member.2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing member includes shock absorbing members made of reinforced plastics.3. The vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the shock absorbing members extend from a reinforcing member side to an outer member side.4. The vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the shock absorbing members are formed into plate-like shapes and have the same thickness and length.5. The vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the shock absorbing members are formed into plate-like shapes and have the same thickness and different lengths.6. A vehicle comprising a plurality of members claim 3 , wherein one of at least two members connected to each other is made of reinforced plastics.7. The vehicle according to claim 9 , wherein a connecting member that connects the at-least two members is made of reinforced plastics.8. The vehicle according to claim 9 , wherein the members include an inner member and an outer member claim 9 , the inner and outer members constitute a vehicle structure claim 9 , and the inner member is made of reinforced plastics.911. The vehicle according to claim claim 9 , ...

Raised and recessed sheet material, and vehicle panel and laminated structure using the same

Providing a raised and recessed sheet material having extremely high stiffness, and useful vehicle panel and laminated structure using the same. The surface of the sheet is formed by a plurality of imaginary squares arranged in two mutually perpendicular directions, and has a raised and recessed pattern. A basic configuration A, where first regions M and a Z-shaped second region N are formed in the imaginary square, and basic configurations B to D derived from the basic configuration A are butted together at their peripheral edges such that first regions M having those peripheral edges are butted together and the second regions N having those peripheral edges are butted together. The raised and recessed pattern is formed by upwardly raising the first regions M and downwardly recessing the second regions N, or upwardly raising or downwardly recessing either one or both of the first and second regions M and N.

Sheet material having a concave-convex part, and vehicle panel and laminated structure using the same

A sheet material ( 1 ) includes a stiffness-increasing concave-convex part ( 20 ). A first reference plane (K 1 ) and a second reference plane (K 2 ) serve as a reference system. Numerous at least substantially (H) shaped first reference areas ( 213 ), each including two parallel longitudinal bar parts ( 214 ) and a latitudinal bar part ( 215 ) that connects center portions the two parallel longitudinal bar parts together, are arrayed with the same orientation in the second reference plane (K 2 ). First areas ( 21 ) respectively protrude from the first reference areas ( 213 ) in the second reference plane (K 2 ) toward the first reference plane (K 1 ). Each first area ( 21 ) includes a first top surface ( 211 ), which is a reduced projection of its first reference area ( 213 ) into the first reference plane (K 1 ), and first side surfaces ( 212 ) that connect the outer periphery of the first top surface ( 211 ) with the outer periphery of the corresponding first reference area ( 213 ).

Structural Member with Locally Reinforced Portion and Method for Forming Structural Member

Structural members and methods for forming structural members are provided. A structural member includes a body portion and a locally reinforced portion. The body portion is formed from a long fiber thermoplastic material, the long fiber thermoplastic material including a plurality of long fibers dispersed in a thermoplastic resin. The locally reinforced portion is formed from a continuous fiber thermoplastic material overmolded by the long fiber thermoplastic material, the continuous fiber thermoplastic material including a plurality of continuous fibers dispersed in a thermoplastic resin. 1. An automobile component , comprising:a body portion formed from a long fiber thermoplastic material, the long fiber thermoplastic material comprising a plurality of long fibers dispersed in a thermoplastic resin; anda locally reinforced portion formed from a continuous fiber thermoplastic material overmolded by the long fiber thermoplastic material, the continuous fiber thermoplastic material comprising a plurality of continuous fibers dispersed in a thermoplastic resin.2. The automobile component of claim 1 , wherein a total energy absorption ratio of the locally reinforced portion to the body portion is greater than or equal to approximately 1.6 to 1.3. The automobile component of claim 1 , wherein a thickness ratio of the locally reinforced portion to the body portion is greater than or equal to approximately 1 to 1.4. The automobile component of claim 1 , wherein a weight fraction ratio of the continuous fiber thermoplastic material to the long fiber thermoplastic material is greater than or equal to approximately 2.2 to 1.5. The automobile component of claim 1 , wherein the thermoplastic resin of the long fiber thermoplastic material and the continuous fiber thermoplastic material is polypropylene.6. The automobile component of claim 1 , wherein the long fiber thermoplastic material is a direct long fiber thermoplastic material.7. The automobile component of claim 1 , ...

Vehicle Skeleton Member

Provided a vehicle skeleton member including: a portion obtained by joining a plurality of members constituted by a composite material of a thermoplastic resin and a reinforcing fiber, and an axis parallel to a front-rear direction and/or a right-left direction of the vehicle body is included in a joined surface by vibration welding. 1. A vehicle skeleton member comprising:a joined portion obtained by joining a plurality of members constituted by a composite material of a thermoplastic resin and a reinforcing fiber,wherein an axis parallel to a front and rear direction of a vehicle body and/or a right and left direction of the vehicle body is included on a joining surface joined by vibration welding.2. The vehicle skeleton member according to claim 1 ,wherein the joining surface is a plane surface and/or a curved surface having a uniform cross-sectional shape.3. The vehicle skeleton member according to claim 1 ,wherein the vehicle skeleton member is a floor structural component.4. The vehicle skeleton member according to claim 1 ,wherein the vehicle skeleton member is a side sill structural component.5. The vehicle skeleton member according to claim 1 ,wherein the vehicle skeleton member is a body upper structural component.6. The vehicle skeleton member according to claim 1 ,wherein the reinforcing fiber is a carbon fiber. This is a continuation of International Application No. PCT/JP2012/052797 filed on Feb. 1, 2012, and claims priority from Japanese Patent Application No. 2011-021650, filed on Feb. 3, 2011, the entire disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates to a vehicle skeleton member having a member constituted by a composite material of a thermoplastic resin and a reinforcing fiber. Particularly, it relates to a vehicle skeleton member that is light in weight and excellent in strength.A current vehicle skeleton member generally has a structure in which steel is subjected to sheet metal processing and assembled by ...

Motor Vehicle Body With Stiffening Struts

A motor vehicle body includes stiffening struts created from a composite fiber material. Each stiffening strut is connected at both ends to the adjoining body components via a connection section. The fibers of the stiffening strut run essentially unidirectionally in the direction of loading of the stiffening strut and the cross-sectional area of the stiffening strut remains constant at least between the connection sections of the stiffening strut along a length of the stiffening strut. 110-. (canceled)11. A motor vehicle body , comprising:stiffening struts constructed from a composite fiber material,wherein each stiffening strut is connected at a first and second end to adjoining vehicle body components via respective connection sections,wherein fibers of the stiffening strut are aligned unidirectionally in a direction of loading of the stiffening strut, anda cross-sectional area of the stiffening strut remains constant at least between the respective connection sections of the stiffening strut along a length of the stiffening strut.12. The motor vehicle body according to claim 11 , wherein for a particular motor vehicle body the cross-sectional area of the stiffening strut is selected such that its product with a modulus of elasticity E of the stiffening strut corresponds to a product of a cross-sectional area of a steel stiffening strut and its modulus of elasticity E for the particular motor vehicle body claim 11 , wherein the cross-sectional area of the stiffening strut is at least 20% greater than the cross-sectional area of the steel stiffening strut.13. The motor vehicle body according to claim 12 , wherein the cross-sectional area of the stiffening strut is at least 25% greater than the cross-sectional area of the steel stiffening strut.14. The motor vehicle body according to claim 12 , wherein the cross-sectional area of the stiffening strut is at 30% greater than the cross-sectional area of the steel stiffening strut.15. The motor vehicle body according to ...

TWELVE-CORNERED STRENGTHENING MEMBER

A strengthening member for an automotive vehicle comprises a twelve-cornered cross section including sides and corners creating internal angles and external angles. Each internal angle ranges from about 100° to about 110° and each external angle ranges from about 105° to about 130°. 120-. (canceled)21. A strengthening member for an automotive vehicle , comprising:a twelve-cornered cross section including sides and corners creating internal angles and external angles;wherein the strengthening member has a mean crush force of at least 500 kN over a crush distance of 150 mm or more when axially impacted with a rigid wall at 35 mph.22. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein the internal angles and the external angles of the cross section consists of eight internal angles and four external angles.23. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein the sides of the cross section are the same length.24. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein some of the sides of the cross section differ in length.25. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein each of the sides of the cross section differ in length.26. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein the external angles have the same angle measure and the internal angles have the same angle measure.27. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein some of the external angles differ in angle measure.28. The strengthening member of claim 21 , where each of the external angles differ in angle measure.29. The strengthening member of claim 28 , wherein each of the internal angles differ in angle measure.30. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein the cross section has a one piece construction.31. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein the cross section has a two piece construction.32. The strengthening member of claim 21 , wherein a thickness of the sides is about 0.7 mm to about 6.0 mm.33. A motor vehicle claim 21 , comprising:an engine compartment;a front rail;a side rail;a roof structure; anda ...

VALVE TYPE DRAIN PLUG FOR VEHICLE TRUNK

A valve type drain plug for a vehicle trunk drains water outward from a trunk room of a vehicle via a drain hole formed in the trunk room and prevents external air from flowing in the trunk room via the drain hole. The valve type drain plug includes a valve and a grommet which are engaged with each other by a slide portion. As the valve is moved, the water flows along the slide portion and is then discharged outward from the trunk. 1. A drain plug for a vehicle trunk , comprising:a grommet including a clip portion inserted and fixed to an inner panel of the vehicle trunk, a valve insertion hole formed in a center thereof, and a hollow portion which is formed parallel with the valve insertion hole to discharge a liquid from the vehicle trunk; anda valve mounted in the valve insertion hole and is movable upward and downward, the valve having an arrowhead-shaped upper end.2. The drain plug of claim 1 , wherein the valve is moved upward to seal the hollow portion when external air enters the vehicle.3. The drain plug of claim 1 , wherein the clip portion has four cross-shaped grooves.4. The drain plug of claim 3 , wherein the four cross-shaped grooves communicate with the hollow portion to discharge the liquid. The present application claims priority of Korean Patent Application Number 10-2012-0079262 filed Jul. 20, 2012, the entire contents of which application is incorporated herein for all purposes by this reference.1. Field of InventionThe present invention relates to a valve type drain plug for a vehicle trunk; and, particularly, to a valve type drain plug for a vehicle trunk which drains water outward from a trunk room of a vehicle via a drain hole formed in the trunk room and prevents external air from entering the trunk room via the drain hole.2. Description of Related Artis a plan view schematically illustrating the configuration of a vehicle body of a passenger car, in which the vehicle body is provided with a trunk room at a rear side thereof. The trunk room ...

LOAD BEARING PANEL ASSEMBLY

A panel assembly includes at least one reinforcing assembly made of a high strength material having a low yield to tensile strength ratio for energy absorption and reduced weight and profile. The panel assembly may be light-weight with a low profile to minimize protrusion into an opening or compartment enclosed by the panel. The panel assembly may be a floor panel assembly for a vehicle floor. The reinforcing assembly may traverse the panel such that the reinforcing assembly extends laterally, e.g., cross-vehicle, relative to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle body. A method of making the panel assembly may include forming the reinforcing assembly by joining a plurality of metal channel members in a nested arrangement with a plurality of welds to provide a structural assembly with good bending resistance loads imposed on the panel assembly including knee loads. The channel members may be made of a dual phase steel. 1. A panel assembly configured to enclose an opening , the panel assembly comprising:a first panel;a second panel attached to the first panel; and a first channel member; and', 'a second channel member;, 'a reinforcing assembly comprisingwherein the first and second channel members are attached to each other;wherein the reinforcing assembly is interposed between the first and second panels.2. The panel assembly of claim 1 , wherein the panel assembly is configured as a load bearing panel assembly.3. The panel assembly of claim 1 , wherein the panel assembly is configured as a low-profile panel.4. The panel assembly of claim 3 , wherein the profile depth of the panel assembly does not exceed 25 mm.5. The panel assembly of claim 1 , wherein the opening is defined by a vehicle.6. The panel assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one bracket interposed between the first and second panels and configured to position the reinforcing assembly relative to the panel assembly.7. The panel assembly of claim 6 , wherein the bracket includes at least one ...

VEHICLE

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 ...

Wall panel for recreational vehicle

The present application relates to a wall panel for recreational vehicles. In one representative embodiment, a wall panel for a recreational vehicle comprises a main body defining at least one pre-formed panel opening, and an inwardly extending peripheral flange located along a perimeter of the at least one pre-formed panel opening. The wall panel is configured to be mounted onto a structural wall of the recreational vehicle such that the peripheral flange covers an inner surface of a corresponding opening defined in the structural wall.

MUD GUARD

A mud flap assembly includes a mud flap with a mounting surface and an exposed surface, where the exposed surface is on an opposite side of the mud flap from the mounting surface. A foam tape is adhesively mounted to the mounting surface and a spring clip contacts the exposed surface of the mud flap when the mud flap is mounted to a vehicle so as to compress the foam tape. 1. A mud flap assembly comprising:a mud flap with a mounting surface and an exposed surface, the exposed surface on an opposite side of the mud flap from the mounting surface;a foam tape adhesively mounted to the mounting surface; anda spring clip that contacts the exposed surface of the mud flap when the mud flap is mounted to a vehicle so as to compress the foam tape.2. The mud flap assembly of further comprising a second spring clip that contacts the exposed surface when the mud flap is mounted to the vehicle.3. The mud flap assembly of wherein the mud flap further comprises a through-hole and the mud flap assembly further comprises a fastener that passes into the through-hole when the mud flap is mounted to the vehicle.4. The mud flap assembly of wherein the mud flap further comprises a recess in the mounting surface and the foam tape is positioned within the recess.5. The mud flap assembly of wherein the recess has a depth such that when the mud flap is mounted to the vehicle the mounting surface contacts the vehicle and an outer surface of the foam tape is level with the mounting surface.6. The mud flap assembly of wherein the exposed surface of the mud flap further comprises a recess marking a position for a further drill hole.7. The mud flap assembly of wherein the clip comprises at least one barb.8. A mud flap comprising:a mounting surface;a recess in the mounting surface; andfoam tape located in and adhered to the recess such that an outer surface of the foam tape is above the mounting surface.9. The mud flap of further comprising marking indicating a location for clips to be applied to ...

Shell Structure Comprising Force Transmission Point

The invention relates to a shell structure having a force transmission point, wherein a force transmission structure is provided on the force transmission point, wherein the force transmission structure has a fitting element comprising a fastening element, wherein the fitting element is connected to the shell structure. According to the invention, the fitting element has a contact surface having the shell structure and the contact surface can be clamped with or is clamped with the shell structure. 1. A shell structure having a force transmission point , the shell structure comprising a force transmission structure provided at the force transmission point , wherein the force transmission structure has a fitting part with a fastening element , wherein the fitting part is connected with the shell structure , wherein the fitting part has a contact surface with the shell structure and the contact surface is configured to be braced with the shell structure.2. The shell structure according to claim 1 , wherein the shell structure is produced of one of glass fiber-reinforced plastic and carbon fiber-reinforced plastic.3. The shell structure according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting part is made of one of iron claim 1 , steel claim 1 , aluminum and an alloy thereof.4. The shell structure according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting part is one of a sheet-metal-shaped component claim 1 , a plate-shaped component and a disk-shaped component claim 1 , and wherein the contact surface is formed by cold forming or cranking.5. The shell structure according to claim 1 , wherein the fitting part is glued to the shell structure claim 1 , the contact surface being free of adhesive.6. The Shell structure according to claim 1 , wherein one of the fitting part or the shell structure includes a jutting-back surface that juts back from the contact surface claim 1 , the jutting-back surface configured for a glued connection with the shell structure.7. The Shell structure according to claim 2 ...

Vehicles Including Mesh Stamped Panels

A vehicle includes a vehicle panel including a plurality of individual mesh structures where the individual mesh structures each include four triangular sides extending outwardly from a plane of the panel forming a pyramid shape. A fillet connects adjacent triangular sides. 1. A vehicle comprising:a vehicle panel comprising a plurality of individual mesh structures where the individual mesh structures each include four triangular sides extending outwardly from a plane of the vehicle panel forming a pyramid shape, where a fillet connects adjacent triangular sides.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein another fillet connects adjacent individual mesh structures.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein each adjacent individual mesh structure is connected by a respective fillet.4. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the another fillet that connects the adjacent individual mesh structures is concave in cross-section.5. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein each adjacent triangular side is connected by another respective fillet.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the fillet that connects the adjacent triangular sides is convex in cross-section.7. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the triangular sides are equilateral.8. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the individual mesh structures comprise a rectangular base.9. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle panel is part of a roof assembly.10. A vehicle panel comprising a plurality of individual mesh structures where the individual mesh structures each include four triangular sides extending outwardly from a plane of the panel forming a pyramid shape claim 1 , where a fillet connects adjacent triangular sides.11. The vehicle panel of claim 10 , wherein another fillet connects adjacent individual mesh structures.12. The vehicle panel of claim 11 , wherein each adjacent individual mesh structure is connected by another respective fillet.13. The vehicle panel of claim 11 , wherein the another fillet that connects the adjacent individual mesh ...

Rail and method of making and using the same

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.

Composite structures and vehicle body components

A composite structure includes a metallic plate and a cured-plastic sheet. The metallic plate has and an external boundary and a centrally located offset protruding towards a first side. The metallic plate defines at least one aperture extending through a thickness of the metallic plate. The cured-plastic sheet is secured to the first side of the metallic plate. The cured-plastic sheet extends beyond the boundary and into the at least one aperture.

SHOCK ABSORPTION STRUCTURE AND VEHICLE OUTER PANEL MEMBER HAVING THE SAME

A shock absorption structure has an exterior member made of a first fiber-reinforced composite material, an interior member made of a second fiber-reinforced composite material, and a first intermediate member made of resin, extending along the exterior member and the interior member, and sandwiched between the exterior member and the interior member. The first intermediate member has a lower elongation percentage than the exterior member. The first intermediate member has lower strength than the exterior member. 1. A shock absorption structure comprising:an exterior member made of a first fiber-reinforced composite material;an interior member made of a second fiber-reinforced composite material; anda first intermediate member made of resin, extending along the exterior member and the interior member, and sandwiched between the exterior member and the interior member,wherein the first intermediate member has a lower elongation percentage than the exterior member, andwherein the first intermediate member has lower strength than the exterior member.2. The shock absorption structure according to claim 1 , further comprising:a second intermediate member provided between the first intermediate member and the interior member,wherein the second intermediate member has lower strength than the exterior member.3. The shock absorption structure according to claim 2 , wherein the exterior member claim 2 , the first intermediate member claim 2 , the second intermediate member claim 2 , and the interior member are surface-bonded to one another.4. A vehicle outer panel member having the shock absorption structure according to .5. The shock absorption structure according to claim 1 ,wherein at least the exterior member and the interior member are configured to be bent and deformed integrally by an impact load toward the interior member inputted to the exterior member, andwherein the first intermediate member is configured to yield to an elongating deformation and break before the ...

Tornado unit

This is a mobile vehicle with three basic eternal features a conical front, cylindrical body and ellipsoidal rear end. The vehicle will have stationary rear wheels and steerable front wheels. This design will allow the vehicle to enter a tornado safely and spray cold water through its outer nozzles into the tornado, reducing its energy and destructive power. This vehicle can become a tornado hunter. This vehicle can be used in fighting large fires on relatively level terrains, by creating a watery path-like barricade. 1. A tornado unit for entering a very violent tornado safely and spray cold water into it to reduce its internal forces; said tornado unit comprises a mobile vehicle having outer geometric shapes and inner support systems for above purpose:said mobile vehicle has a conical shape front nose connected to a cylindrical shape body;said mobile vehicle has stationary rear wheels connected to steerable front wheels;said mobile vehicle has several water nozzles pointing upward and located on the exterior of said cylindrical body, andsaid mobile vehicle has a driver compartment.2. A tornado unit for entering a very violent tornado safely and spray cold water into it to reduce its internal forces; said tornado unit comprises a mobile vehicle having outer geometric shapes and inner support systems for above purpose:said mobile vehicle has a conical shape front nose connected to a cylindrical shape body;said mobile vehicle has stationary rear wheels connected to steerable front wheels connected to an unmanned steering system:said mobile vehicle has several water nozzles pointing upward and located on the exterior of said cylindrical body;said mobile vehicle has a driver compartment that is mounted in the upper front part of said cylindrical body, andsaid mobile vehicle has a large location light mounted on its said partial ellipsoid rear end. We have large snow plowers to remove large snow falls from our highways and freeways making life a little better for ...

Profiled Brace, In Particular for a Motor Vehicle

A profile strut includes an upper chord, a lower chord, two spaced-apart lateral walls which, together with the upper chord and the lower chord, define an interior, and a first profile end and a second profile end. A first end piece is disposed in the first profile end and a second end piece is disposed in the second profile end. A connecting web connects the first end piece to the second end piece. Each of the first end piece and the second end piece bears via end faces thereof against adjacent inner wall regions of the upper chord and the lower chord; respectively. An intermediate region, which is configured as a tunnel incorporated into the lower chord, is disposed between the first profile end and the second profile end. 18.-. (canceled)9. A profile strut , comprising:an upper chord;a lower chord;two spaced-apart lateral walls which, together with the upper chord and the lower chord, define an interior;a first profile end and a second profile end;a first end piece disposed in the first profile end and a second end piece disposed in the second profile end; anda connecting web, wherein the connecting web connects the first end piece to the second end piece;wherein each of the first end piece and the second end piece bears via end faces thereof against adjacent inner wall regions of the upper chord and the lower chord; respectively;wherein an intermediate region, which is configured as a tunnel incorporated into the lower chord, is disposed between the first profile end and the second profile end.10. The profile strut according to claim 9 , wherein the first end piece is clamped in the first profile end and the second end piece is clamped in the second profile end.11. The profile strut according to claim 9 , wherein a material of the first and the second profile ends and a material of the first and the second end pieces are identical or different.12. The profile strut according to claim 9 , wherein the first end piece has a first through-aperture and the second end ...

Structural member for automobiles

A structural member for an automobile to be disclosed includes a press-formed product formed from one steel sheet and a reinforcing member fixed to the press-formed product. The press-formed product includes two vertical wall portions and a top plate portion linking the two vertical wall portions. The reinforcing member is a member which has an L-shaped cross section and includes a first plate-like portion and a second plate-like portion. The first plate-like portion is fixed to one of the vertical wall portions such that the second plate-like portion protrudes toward an outward direction from the vertical wall portion side along the top plate portion.

Method of manufactoring a vehicle and vehicle

A method for manufacturing a motor vehicle, and to a correspondingly manufactured motor vehicle having a modular construction in which a substructure and further body modules of the motor vehicle are manufactured independently of one another and are subsequently permanently connected to one another.

MOBILE ROBOT

According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a mobile robot may include an outer cover including an insulating material and defining an appearance; an inner cover including an insulating material and configured to define a predetermined gap with respect to the outer cover; a battery disposed inside the inner cover; and at least one pressure sensing module disposed in the gap between the outer cover and the inner cover. The pressure sensing module may include an outer metal panel contacting an inner periphery of the outer cover, an inner metal panel contacting an outer periphery of the inner cover and spaced apart from the outer metal panel, and a pressure sensing sheet pressed between the outer metal panel and the inner metal panel and having a variable resistance. The battery may generate an electric potential difference between the outer metal panel and the inner metal panel. 112-. (canceled)13. A mobile robot , comprising:an outer cover defining an exterior of the mobile robot, the outer cover including an insulating material, the outer cover having an inner periphery;an inner cover spaced from the outer cover by a gap, the inner cover including an insulating material, the inner cover having an outer periphery facing the inner periphery of the outer cover; an outer metal panel contacting the inner periphery of the outer cover;', 'an inner metal panel contacting the outer periphery of the inner cover and spaced apart from the outer metal panel; and', 'a pressure sensing sheet pressed between the outer metal panel and the inner metal panel, the pressure sensing sheet having a variable resistance; and, 'at least one pressure sensing module disposed in the gap between the outer cover and the inner cover, the at least one pressure sensing module includinga battery disposed inside the outer cover and connected to the outer metal panel and the inner metal panel, the battery being configured to generate an electric potential difference between the outer metal ...

Multiple stage deformation reinforcement structure for impact absorption

A structural reinforcement for a vehicle comprising: a) a carrier having a base wall from which a plurality of projections extend, the plurality of projections including at least one first projection and at least one second projection and the at least one first projection having a height greater than a height of the at least one second projection; b) an activatable material which is heat activatable and affixed to the carrier, configured to secure the carrier in a cavity of the vehicle; wherein in event of an impact, the at least one first projection and second projection are configured to deform toward the base wall and/or in a direction of an impact load in response to the impact load; and the at least one first projection is configured to receive the impact load and deform before the at least one second projection receives the impact load and deforms.

ANTI-DEFORMATION SPRING BAFFLE

A device including a steel carrier, an expandable material located about the carrier a fastener connected to one or more of the carrier and expandable material, wherein the steel carrier and expandable material are formed into a loop-shaped profile. 1. A method comprising:providing a steel carrier;locating an expandable material about the carrier;forming the steel carrier and expandable material into a loop-shaped profile;locating a fastener connected to one or more of the carrier and expandable material;locating the expandable material into a vehicle cavity adjacent a vehicle panel.2. A method as in claim 1 , wherein the step of locating the expandable material in a loop-shaped profile includes cutting the expandable material to form individual members.3. A method as in claim 1 , wherein expandable material is located about the carrier by extrusion.4. A method as in claim 2 , wherein the fastener is a mechanical fastener that is separately formed from the expandable material.5. A method as in claim 1 , wherein the carrier material is provided by extrusion and the carrier material is extruded simultaneously with the expandable material.6. A method as in claim 2 , wherein the carrier material is extruded prior to the extrusion of the expandable material upon the carrier.7. A method as in claim 1 , wherein the carrier material is coextruded with the expandable material and the resulting coextrusion is further extruded to form the loop-shaped profile configuration.8. The method as in claim 5 , wherein the expandable material is adapted for forming a sealing material claim 5 , an acoustical material claim 5 , an adhesive claim 5 , a structural foam claim 5 , or a combination of at least two of the foregoing.10. The method as in claim 1 , wherein the expandable material is a material that is thermally deformable at the temperature of extrusion but upon thermal activation at an elevated temperature will cross link to form a thermoset material.11. The method as in claim 8 ...

Highly formable automotive aluminum sheet with reduced or no surface roping and a method of preparation

Disclosed are novel processes to increase productivity on a continuous anneal and solution heat treatment line for heat-treatable automotive aluminum sheet products with high T4 and after-paint bake strengths and reduced roping. As a non-limiting example, the processes described herein can be used in the automotive industry. The disclosed heat treatable alloys and processes also may be applicable to the marine, aerospace, and transportation industries.

Vehicle body upper section structure

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.

TWELVE-CORNERED STRENGTHENING MEMBER

A strengthening member for an automotive vehicle comprises a twelve-cornered cross section including sides and corners creating eight internal angles and four external angles. Each internal angle and each external angle is greater than 90°. At least a portion of the strengthening member tapers along its length. 1. A strengthening member for an automotive vehicle , comprising a twelve-cornered cross section including sides and corners creating internal angles and external angles , wherein each internal angle ranges from about 100° to about 110° , wherein a length of the strengthening member extends between a first end and a second end , and wherein the strengthening member tapers along at least a portion of its length.2. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein each external angle ranges from about 105° to about 130°.3. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein the corners of the cross section have substantially the same thickness as the sides of the cross section.4. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein the corners of the cross section have substantially the same hardness as the sides of the cross section.5. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the sides and corners ranges from about 0.7 mm to about 6.0 mm.6. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein each internal angle has substantially the same angular degree as the other internal angles and each external angle has substantially the same angular degree as the other external angles.7. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein a length of each of the sides of the twelve-cornered cross section is the same.8. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the sides of the twelve-cornered cross section differs in length from one of the other sides of the twelve-cornered cross section.9. The strengthening member of claim 2 , wherein some of the external angles differ in angle measure.10. The strengthening member of claim 2 , where each of the external ...

Different-material panel structure

An outer panel of a different-material panel structure has a hem part in which a peripheral edge part of an inner panel is held via a resin layer on a folded part formed in the peripheral edge part. A rivet has a shaft part passing through the outer panel, and a rivet shaft recess is formed in the tip of the shaft part. An inner protrusion is provided in the inner panel, and the inner protrusion is disposed in the rivet shaft recess. A fused nugget is formed in the location where the rivet shaft recess and the tip of the inner protrusion come into contact, and a first heat-insulating part including at least the resin layer is formed in the gap formed with the resin layer in between the inner protrusion and the outer panel.

TWENTY-EIGHT-CORNERED STRENGTHENING MEMBER FOR VEHICLES

A strengthening member for a motor vehicle and a vehicle including a strengthening member are provided. The strengthening member can have twenty-eight sides arranged to create twenty internal angles and eight external angles. 1. A strengthening member for a motor vehicle , comprising:twenty-eight sides arranged to create twenty internal angles and eight external angles.245. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein each internal angle ranges between about degrees and about 175 degrees.345. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein each external angle ranges between about degrees and about 175 degrees.4. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein:twelve of the twenty internal angles are substantially equal to one another; andthe other eight of the twenty internal angles are substantially equal to one another.5. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein the eight external angles are substantially equal to one another.6. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein:twelve of the twenty internal angles are each substantially equal to a first angle size;the other eight of the twenty internal angles are each substantially equal to a second angle size;the eight external angles are each substantially equal to a third angle size; andthe first angle size, the second angle size, and the third angle size are substantially different from one another.7. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein the strengthening member further comprises at least one recessed area extending along a length of the strengthening member.8. The strengthening member of claim 7 , wherein the at least one recessed area is defined by two internal angles and one external angle of the strengthening member.9. The strengthening member of claim 8 , wherein the two of the internal angles defining the recessed area differ from one another.10. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein the strengthening member further comprises eight recessed areas claim 1 , wherein each recessed area ...

Off-highway vehicle

An off-highway vehicle is provided with a frame, a plurality of wheels, a seat, a drive source and a drivetrain. The frame has a longitudinal center plane dividing the frame into first and second lateral sides. The seat and the drive source are primarily located on opposite lateral sides of the frame. The drive source has an output shaft oriented in a vehicle widthwise direction. The output shaft is arranged forward of a rearmost end of the seat and rearward of a frontmost end of the seat as viewed in a top plan view. The output shaft and an axle of a drive wheel are located on different axes. The drivetrain operatively couples the output shaft to the axle to transmit a drive force from the output shaft to the axle.

Vehicle side structure

A vehicle side structure includes: a rocker disposed along a vehicle front-rear direction at a lower section of a vehicle side; and a pillar disposed along a vehicle up-down direction at the vehicle side whereby a lower end section of the pillar is joined to the rocker, the pillar including: a pillar inner panel disposed at a vehicle interior inner side, and a pillar outer panel disposed at a vehicle interior outer side of the pillar inner panel, and the pillar having an opening, formed at a lower section of the pillar inner panel, the pillar inner panel having formed therein a reinforcing section including an extended-out section that extends out toward an outer side in a vehicle width direction from an entire periphery of a peripheral edge of the opening, and a lower section of the reinforcing section being joined to an upper section of the rocker.

Motor vehicle body with lightweight component

A motor vehicle body includes, but is not limited to a lightweight component of a composite material and a metallic structure, on which the lightweight component is fastened. The metallic structure includes, but is not limited to a first groove, in which a first edge strip of the lightweight component engages. Between two surfaces of the first edge strip facing away from one another and side walls of the first groove located opposite these surfaces, an adhesive layer is formed.

ASSEMBLY INCLUDING A COMPRESSION-MOLDED COMPOSITE COMPONENT HAVING A SANDWICH STRUCTURE AND A UNITARILY CONNECTED SECOND COMPONENT

A unitary structural assembly including a first component having a plateau-receiving aperture and a compression-molded, composite second component having a sandwich structure is provided. The second component includes a first outer layer, a second outer layer, and a core positioned between the outer layers and having a large number of cavities. The outer layers are bonded to the core by a press molding. A portion of the second component including the first layer and the core defines a raised plateau having upper and side surfaces. The plateau has a size and shape corresponding to the size and shape of the plateau-receiving aperture. A height of the plateau corresponds to the depth of the plateau-receiving aperture. The plateau is inserted into the plateau-receiving aperture so that corresponding surfaces of the plateau and the plateau-receiving aperture are in abutting engagement to unitarily connect the components and form the assembly. 1. A unitary structural assembly comprising:a first component having lower and side surfaces which define a plateau-receiving aperture having a size, a shape and a depth; anda compression-molded, composite second component having a sandwich structure, the second component including a first outer layer, a second outer layer, and a core positioned between the outer layers and having a large number of cavities wherein the outer layers are bonded to the core by a press molding, wherein a portion of the second component including the first layer and the core defines a raised plateau having upper and side surfaces, the plateau having a size and shape corresponding to the size and shape of the plateau-receiving aperture, wherein a height of the plateau corresponds to the depth of the plateau-receiving aperture and wherein the plateau is inserted into the plateau-receiving aperture so that corresponding surfaces of the surfaces of plateau and the plateau-receiving aperture are in abutting engagement to unitarily connect the components and ...

MOTOR VEHICLE BODY WITH WHEEL INSTALLATION STRUT

A motor vehicle body is provided with a lateral front wall and a wheel installation strut connected therewith with an inner component and an outer component with an outer side wall. The outer component includes, but is not limited to a front portion with a lower front connecting flange, which is connected to the inner component and forms an angle with the horizontal which amounts to a maximum of approximately 20°, and a rear portion with a lower rear connecting flange, which is connected to the lateral front wall and forms an angle with the vertical which amounts to a maximum of approximately 20°. 1. A motor vehicle body , comprising:a lateral front wall;a wheel installation strut; andan inner component and an outer component connecting the lateral front wall and the wheel installation strut with an outer side wall,wherein the outer component comprises a front portion with a lower front connecting flange that is connected to the inner component and forms a first angle with a horizontal that amounts to a first maximum of approximately 20°, andwherein a rear portion with a lower rear connecting flange is connected to the lateral front wall and forms a second angle with a vertical that amounts to a second maximum of approximately 20°.2. The motor vehicle body according to claim 1 ,wherein the front portion of the outer component comprises a front outer component that comprises the lower front connecting flange, andwherein the rear portion of the outer component comprises a rear outer component that comprises the lower rear connecting flange and is connected to the front outer component.3. The motor vehicle body according to claim 2 , wherein the rear outer component is connected to the front outer component in an overlap portion.4. The motor vehicle body according to claim 2 , wherein the rear outer component comprises a flank that is offset from an outer side wall and connected to a front connecting flange of the front outer component.5. -The motor vehicle body ...

Beams with u-shaped cross-section

A beam comprising a first portion having a U-shaped cross-section, wherein the U-shape comprises a bottom and a first and a second side wall extending substantially perpendicular to the bottom, and wherein the first and/or the second side wall comprises a first substantially straight portion, a second substantially straight portion and a side transition zone between the first and the second substantially straight portion. The disclosure further relates to bumpers, rocker panels, side impact beams and B-pillars comprising such beams and to vehicles incorporating such components.

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

A recreational off-highway vehicle includes side-by-side passenger and driver seats held within a chassis that is approximately 50 inches wide. The seats sit low in the chassis and are covered by a roll cage. Grab handles are positioned on the sides of the passenger seat. Select large round tubing protects the vehicle, while rectangular tubing frames the portions of the vehicle beneath body panels. The vehicle is powered by an engine rearward of the seats that is connected to a transaxle. The engine and transaxle are isolation mounted together with a portion of the air intake assembly. The vehicle is suited for rough terrain travel. 1. A side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicle having two front wheels and at least two rear wheels , a right rear wheel and a left rear wheel , the vehicle comprising:a chassis having a front portion, a middle portion, and a rear portion; the front portion being coupled to the front wheels, the rear portion being coupled to the rear wheels, and the middle portion surrounding an occupant compartment having at least two side-by-side seats for a driver and at least one passenger;an engine secured to the rear portion of the chassis;a transmission secured to the engine;a drive unit operably coupled to the transmission, the drive unit drivingly coupled to the rear wheels;a driver door and a passenger door in the chassis middle portion;a rear cargo box attached to the chassis rear portion and positioned above the drive unit, the rear cargo box having a cargo box body panel on the exterior side thereof; anda plurality of body panels secured to the chassis middle portion, wherein the plurality of body panels includes a side body panel extending forward of the cargo box and forward of one of the rear wheels, between the said rear wheel and one of the driver door and the passenger door, said side body panel being formed of a panel separate from the cargo box body panel; the plurality of body panels also including a rear fender separate from ...

CENTER PANEL ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE BODY

A center panel assembly for a body of a vehicle includes a left cover, a right cover, a top cover, and a plurality of fasteners. The top cover is releasably attached to the left cover with at least a first one of the plurality of fasteners and is releasably attached to the right cover with at least a second one of the plurality of fasteners. The center panel assembly is configured for releasable attachment to a frame of a vehicle. 1. A center panel assembly for a body of a vehicle , the center panel assembly comprising:a left cover;a right cover;a top cover; anda plurality of fasteners; whereinthe top cover is releasably attached to the left cover with at least a first one of the plurality of fasteners and is releasably attached to the right cover with at least a second one of the plurality of fasteners; andthe center panel assembly is configured for releasable attachment to a frame of a vehicle.2. The center panel assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the at least a first one of the plurality of fasteners comprises a first plurality of the fasteners and the at least a second one of the plurality of fasteners comprises a second plurality of the fasteners; andat least some of the first plurality of the fasteners and at least some of the second plurality of the fasteners are obscured from view when the center panel assembly is installed on a vehicle.3. The center panel assembly of claim 2 , wherein:each of the left cover, the right cover, and the top cover comprises a respective seat flange; andeach of the seat flange of the left cover, the seat flange of the right cover, and the seat flange of the top cover, is configured to underlie a saddle-type seat of a vehicle.4. The center panel assembly of claim 2 , wherein:the top cover comprises an upper portion and a lower portion, the lower portion being integral with, and extending away from, the upper portion;the upper portion of the top cover comprises a generally U-shaped, forward portion configured to be positioned adjacent a ...

ROOF SIDE RAIL

A roof side rail is connected to a roof panel and includes a multi-sectional rail having a plurality of integrally formed ribs and bent along a shape of an upper portion of a side surface of a vehicle body, and a reinforcement rail that is combined with an inner side surface of the rail, an upper side flange is connected to the roof panel, and a lower side flange is engaged with a weather strip. 1. A roof side rail that is connected to a roof panel , comprising:a rail including a plurality of integrally formed ribs having a multi-sectional structure and bent along a shape of an upper portion of a side surface of a vehicle body; anda reinforcement rail combined with an inner side surface of the rail, an upper side flange is connected to the roof panel, and a lower side flange is engaged with a weather strip.2. The roof side rail of claim 1 , wherein the rib includes a lower side rib configured to connect an outside interior section of the rail and an inside interior section of the rail in a first direction and an upper side rib that connects the outside interior section of the rail and the inside interior section of the rail in a second direction different than the first direction.3. The roof side rail of claim 1 , wherein an edge portion of the rail has a round shape.4. The roof side rail of any one of to claim 1 , wherein the rail includes an extruded pipe in which the plurality of ribs are integrally formed therein.5. The roof side rail of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement rail includes a panel pressed along an inner side surface of the rail.6. The roof side rail of or claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement rail is continuously welded to an upper side end portion and a lower side end portion of an inner side surface of the rail claim 1 , and is welded to an upper side and a lower side of an inner side surface of the rail in one direction.7. The roof side rail of claim 6 , wherein the continuous welding is one of COwelding claim 6 , MIG welding claim 6 , TIG welding ...

Body part arrangement for a motor vehicle, and method for producing a body part arrangement of said type

A body part arrangement for a motor vehicle includes a body part in which at least one electrical line element is integrated in a receiving material of the body part. The body part includes a molded part in which a plastics part is provided. The at least one electrical line element is embedded in the plastics part.

VEHICLE BODY SKELETON STRUCTURE

A vehicle body skeleton structure includes: a skeleton member bent to have a predetermined shape; and at least one reinforcement member welded to the skeleton member along a plurality of weld lines to be joined to a surface of the skeleton member, and bent along the surface. 1. A vehicle body skeleton structure , comprising:a skeleton member bent to have a predetermined shape; andat least one reinforcement member welded to the skeleton member along a plurality of weld lines to be joined to a surface of the skeleton member, and bent along the surface.2. The vehicle body skeleton structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe at least one reinforcement member includes a first region and a second region in each of which the weld lines are set substantially parallel to each other at predetermined intervals, andthe weld lines set in the first region extend in a direction different from a direction in which the weld lines set in the second region extend.3. The vehicle body skeleton structure according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one reinforcement member is a single reinforcement member joined to the skeleton member and including the first region and the second region.4. The vehicle body skeleton structure according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one reinforcement member is welded along the weld lines to be joined to the skeleton member claim 1 , while the skeleton member and the at least one reinforcement member are each in a form of a plate before being bent.5. The vehicle body skeleton structure according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one reinforcement member is welded along the weld lines to be joined to the skeleton member claim 2 , while the skeleton member and the at least one reinforcement member are each in a form of a plate before being bent.6. The vehicle body skeleton structure according to claim 3 , wherein the single reinforcement member is welded along the weld lines to be joined to the skeleton member claim 3 , while the skeleton member and the ...

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

A vehicle configuration wherein the center of mass of the vehicle is approximately superimposed upon the passenger and driver centers of mass when seated within the vehicle. An occupant's center of mass can be approximated using a standard center of mass position approximation, or a combination of any number of standard center of mass position approximations. The vehicle's center of mass can be approximately superimposed upon the occupant's center of mass in at least the longitudinal and vertical directions. 1. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, a roll cage, and a passenger area;at least one seat located within the passenger area;an engine, the engine positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a continuously variable transmission operatively connected to the engine;a front axle and a rear axle, the front and rear axles being operatively coupled to the engine via the continuously variable transmission, wherein the front axle is positioned forwardly of the passenger area and the rear axle is positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a radiator positioned rearwardly of the at least one seat, wherein at least a portion of the radiator is above at least a portion of the continuously variable transmission and wherein the radiator is tilted such that a top of the radiator is positioned forwardly of a bottom of the radiator; anda movable engine-access panel positioned rearwardly of the passenger area.2. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the at least a portion of the radiator is positioned above at least a portion of the engine.3. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the engine-access panel is positioned in a cargo area positioned rearwardly of the passenger area.4. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a cargo-carrying portion claim 1 , at least a portion of the cargo carrying portion positioned above the bottom of the radiator.5. The off-road vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the radiator has a top claim 4 , wherein the at least one seat has ...

Vehicle body structure of vehicle

A vehicle body structure in a vehicle rear portion includes a first rear lateral ring-shaped vehicle body framework (RWC1) extending in a vehicle lateral direction in a vehicle body rear portion (1R) from vicinities of a pair of left and right damper support portions (54) supporting suspension dampers (55) and disposed in rear wheelhouses (52) at vehicle rear of side door openings (Es) of the vehicle. The vehicle body structure also includes coupling members (33) coupling longitudinal ring-shaped vehicle body frameworks (SLC) each having a substantially ring shape in a vehicle longitudinal direction to the first rear lateral ring-shaped vehicle body framework (RWC1).

VEHICLE BODY AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A MOLDED PART

A method for manufacturing a corrosion-protected steel molded part with an at least predominantly bainitic structure is provided. The method includes heating a blank of sheet steel to an austenization temperature; compression molding the blank while simultaneously cooling, so as to obtain a molded part; and bainitizing the molded part in a zinc coating bath. 2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the bainitization temperature is not dropped during compression molding.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the retention time of the steel molded part in the zinc coating bath measures at least 2 minutes.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the zinc coating bath contains zinc as well as aluminum in an amount that lowers the melting point of the zinc coating bath to below the melting point of pure zinc.5. The method according to claim 3 , wherein zinc coating takes place in a temperature range suitable for the formation of upper bainite.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the zinc coating bath exhibits a percentage of rare earth metals ranging between 0.1 and 2% w/w.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the zinc coating bath exhibits a percentage of magnesium ranging between 0.5 and 2% w/w.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein heating the blank of sheet steel to the austenization temperature takes place under an inert or reducing atmosphere.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the blank of sheet steel is fabricated out of a press-hardening steel.10. A vehicle body claim 1 , comprising:a molded part as a component of the vehicle body, the molded part comprising a corrosion-protected steel with an at least predominantly bainitic structure.11. The vehicle body of claim 10 , wherein the molded part is an A- claim 10 , B- or C-pillar claim 10 , a frame claim 10 , a front or rear frame extension claim 10 , a tunnel cap claim 10 , a strike plate or a cross member.12. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the retention time ...

VEHICLE UPPER SECTION STRUCTURE

There is provided a vehicle upper section structure including: a roof side rail extending along a vehicle front-rear direction; a roof reinforcement extending along a vehicle width direction further to a vehicle cabin inside than the roof side rail and a roof panel of the vehicle; a center frame that is disposed at a vehicle up-down direction upper side or lower side of the roof reinforcement, and that extends in the vehicle width direction; and a bracket that is joined to a vehicle cabin inside of the roof side rail, to the roof reinforcement, and to the center frame. 1. A vehicle upper section structure comprising:a roof side rail extending along a vehicle front-rear direction;a roof reinforcement extending along a vehicle width direction further to a vehicle cabin inside than the roof side rail and a roof panel of the vehicle;a center frame that is disposed at a vehicle up-down direction upper side or lower side of the roof reinforcement, and that extends in the vehicle width direction; anda bracket that is joined to a vehicle cabin inside of the roof side rail, to the roof reinforcement, and to the center frame.2. The vehicle upper section structure of claim 1 , wherein the bracket joins together an upper face of whichever out of the roof reinforcement and the center frame is positioned on the vehicle up-down direction lower side claim 1 , and a lower face of whichever out of the roof reinforcement and the center frame is positioned on the vehicle up-down direction upper side.3. The vehicle upper section structure of claim 1 , wherein the bracket comprises:a first bracket joined to the roof side rail and to one of the roof reinforcement or the center frame; anda second bracket joined to the roof reinforcement and the center frame.4. The vehicle upper section structure of claim 1 , further comprising:a sunroof unit that opens up and closes off an opening formed in the roof panel, whereinthe center frame configures part of the sunroof unit. This application is ...

TWELVE-CORNERED STRENGTHENING MEMBER

A strengthening member for an automotive vehicle comprises a twelve-cornered cross section including sides and corners creating internal angles and external angles. Each internal angle ranges from about 100° to about 110°, and each external angle ranges from about 105° to about 130°. 1. A strengthening member for an automotive vehicle , the strengthening member comprising a twelve-cornered cross section including sides and corners creating internal angles and external angles , wherein each internal angle ranges from about 100° to about 110° , and each external angle ranges from about 105° to about 130°.2. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein the corners of the cross section have substantially the same thickness as the sides of the cross section.3. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein the corners of the cross section have substantially the same hardness as the sides of the cross section.4. The strengthening member of claim 1 , formed by stamping or pressing one or more sections.5. The strengthening member of claim 4 , formed by stamping or pressing two or more sections claim 4 , wherein the sections are joined by one or more of welding claim 4 , adhesion claim 4 , and fastening.6. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein each internal angle has substantially the same angular degree as the other internal angles and each external angle has substantially the same angular degree as the other external angles.7. The strengthening member of claim 1 , comprising high strength steel.8. The strengthening member of claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the sides and corners ranges from about 0.7 mm to about 6.0 mm.9. A method for manufacturing a strengthening member for an automotive vehicle claim 1 , the strengthening member having a twelve-cornered cross section including sides and corners creating internal angles and external angles claim 1 , wherein each internal angle ranges from about 100° to about 110° claim 1 , and each external angle ranges from about ...

FRAMES FOR BUSES OR INDUSTRIAL TRANSPORT VEHICLES

Frames for vehicles, such as buses or industrial transport vehicles, are provided which may be formed by a plurality of welded elements including ribs, cross members and uprights. At least one upright maybe formed by a first section bar welded to a second section bar, thereby forming a closed, hollow cross-section. Methods of making and using such frames are also provided. 112-. (canceled)13. A frame for a vehicle , such as a bus or industrial transport vehicle comprising a plurality of welded elements , wherein at least one of said welded elements is an upright comprising a first section welded to a second section to form a hollow , closed cross-section.14. The frame of claim 13 , wherein said first section comprises a cross-section with a recessed center portion and protruding end portions and said second section has an open end inserted into said center portion of the first section and an opposite closed end that is narrower than the width of the open end.15. The frame of claim 13 , wherein said second section has a substantially V-shaped cross-section with inward folded ends claim 13 , and a flattened or acute-angled vertex.16. The frame of claim 13 , wherein said second section has a cross-section with a substantially V-shaped portion claim 13 , the V-shaped portion having arms which lead to respective rectilinear lengths that are substantially perpendicular to ends of the first section which are folded inwards.17. The frame of claim 13 , further comprising at least one cross member formed by a third section claim 13 , having a cross-section with two closed cavities positioned side-by-side.18. The frame of claim 17 , wherein said closed cavities have a polygonal shape.19. The frame of claim 17 , wherein said cross member comprises at least one side notch claim 17 , within which said upright is welded.20. The frame of claim 17 , further comprising at least one rib formed by a fourth section claim 17 , having a substantially V-shaped cross-section with outward ...

Infrared welded exterior panel assembly and process of making same

An exterior body panel assembly having a Class A painted surface, mold-in color or non-Class A surface, and process of infrared welding components of the assembly. Panels of the assembly are placed on a nesting structure and the inside half of the structures are brought together with the other for a fit check. Panels are separated and an infrared heating fixture then heats the various areas to be heated on the panels. The areas on the panels are heated depending on the thicknesses of the parts at each area and surface geometries to be welded. The parts are immediately clamped back together under pressure for joining and cooling of the joined surfaces in the clamped arrangement.

SELF-BALANCING PRESSURE BULKHEAD

A pressure bulkhead for a vehicle disclosed. The pressure bulkhead is configured to separate a pressurized interior from an unpressurized interior of the vehicle. The pressure bulkhead includes a bulkhead wall having a radially inner disk and a radially outer compression ring. The radially inner disk has a surface and a first thickness and the radially outer compression ring having a second thickness that is greater than the first thickness. The radially outer compression ring defines a periphery of the bulkhead wall and the second thickness of the radially outer compression ring is effective to provide a strength to oppose meridional and hoop stresses across the surface of the radially inner disk in response to a pressure differential across the bulkhead wall. The pressure bulkhead also includes an attachment ring that is affixed to the periphery of the bulkhead wall. 1. A pressure bulkhead for a vehicle , wherein the pressure bulkhead is configured to separate a pressurized interior from an unpressurized interior of the vehicle , the pressure bulkhead comprising:a bulkhead wall having a radially inner disk and a radially outer compression ring, the radially inner disk having a surface and a first thickness and the radially outer compression ring having a second thickness that is greater than the first thickness, wherein the radially outer compression ring defines a periphery of the bulkhead wall and the second thickness of the radially outer compression ring is effective to provide a strength to oppose meridional and hoop stresses across the surface of the radially inner disk in response to a pressure differential across the bulkhead wall; andan attachment ring that is affixed to the periphery of the bulkhead wall, the attachment ring having an inner band and an outer band, wherein the outer band defines a concave surface that is configured to face towards the unpressurized interior of the vehicle.2. The pressure bulkhead of claim 1 , wherein the attachment ring ...

Composite component for a motor vehicle

A composite component for a motor vehicle includes a first section; and a second section connected to the first section. The first section comprises a metallic material. The second section comprises a plastic. The first section has a first base region and projections provided on the first base region, wherein the projections provided on the first base region extend from the first base region to the second section. The projections provided on the first base region have undercuts, and the projections provided on the first base region are anchored in the second section in order to bring about the connection between the first section and the second section.

VEHICLE STRUCTURAL SUPPORT MEMBER REINFORCED WITH ULTRA HIGH STRENGTH LAMINATE

A method of manufacturing a structural support member for a vehicle includes forming a first portion, forming a second portion, and connecting the first portion and the second portion together. The first portion and the second portion may be formed from one of an aluminum material, a magnesium material, a cold-formable steel material, a glass fiber composite material, or a plastic material. The first portion and the second portion are connected together such that the second portion is disposed in a tensile loading condition in response to an impact load applied to the first portion. A laminate layer is attached to the second portion. The laminate layer includes an ultra high strength material having a yield strength equal to or greater than five hundred fifty (550) MPa. The laminate layer may include, for example, an iron based glassy metal foil or an iron based glassy metal foil fabric. 1. A method of manufacturing a structural support member for a vehicle , the method comprising:forming a first portion;forming a second portion;connecting the first portion and the second portion together; andattaching a laminate layer directly to a surface of the second portion, wherein the laminate layer includes an ultra high strength material having a yield strength equal to or greater than fifteen hundred (1500) MPa, and wherein the laminate layer includes one of an iron based glassy metal foil, an iron based glassy metal foil fabric, or a fiber or iron based glassy metal foil reinforced polymer.2. A method as set forth in wherein connecting the first portion and the second portion together is further defined as connecting the first portion and the second portion together such that the second portion is disposed in a tensile loading condition in response to an impact load applied to the first portion.3. A method as set forth in wherein the structural support member is one of an automotive A-pillar claim 1 , an automotive B-pillar claim 1 , an automotive hinge pillar claim 1 , ...

REINFORCED BODY IN WHITE AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

A structural body of a vehicle can comprises: a hollow metal component comprising walls that define a channel, wherein the metal component has a metal component length, and wherein the metal component is selected from the group consisting of beam, rail, pillar, chassis, floor rocker, and cross-bar, combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing; and a plastic-metal hybrid reinforcement having a cavities therethrough, and a metal support having greater than or equal to 3 walls forming a support channel. The plastic element is located in the support channel wherein the reinforcement is located in the component channel. 1. A structural body of a vehicle , comprising:a hollow structural vehicle component comprising walls that define a component channel, wherein the vehicle component has a component length, and wherein the vehicle component is selected from the group consisting of bumper beam, rail, pillar, chassis, floor rocker, and cross-bar, combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing; anda reinforcement comprising a plastic element having a honeycomb structure, and a metal support having greater than or equal to 3 walls forming a support channel;wherein the plastic element is located in the support channel; andwherein the reinforcement is located in the component channel.2. The structural body of claim 1 , wherein the honeycombs are filled.3. The structural body of claim 1 , wherein the plastic element comprises a thermoplastic.4. The structural body of claim 1 , wherein the plastic element further comprises fiber reinforced thermoplastic.5. The structural body of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement has a reinforcement length that is less than or equal to 80% of the component length.6. The structural body of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement length is 10% to 35% of the component length.7. The structural body of claim 1 , wherein the plastic element has a hollow honeycomb structure with a hexagonal comb geometry claim 1 , and has a length of 150 mm ...

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

A recreational off-highway vehicle includes side-by-side passenger and driver seats held within a chassis that is approximately 50 inches wide. The seats sit low in the chassis and are covered by a roll cage. Grab handles are positioned on the sides of the passenger seat. Select large round tubing protects the vehicle, while rectangular tubing frames the portions of the vehicle beneath body panels. The vehicle is powered by an engine rearward of the seats that is connected to a transaxle. The engine and transaxle are isolation mounted together with a portion of the air intake assembly. The vehicle is suited for rough terrain travel. 1. A side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicle having two front wheels and at least two rear wheels , the vehicle comprising:a chassis having a front portion, a middle portion, and a rear portion; the front portion being coupled to the front wheels, the rear portion being coupled to the rear wheels, and the middle portion surrounding an occupant compartment having at least two side-by-side seats for a driver and at least one passenger; wherein the chassis includes frame members of rectangular cross section and frame members of generally circular or oval cross section;an engine secured to the rear portion of the chassis;a transmission secured to the engine;a drive unit operably coupled to the transmission and drivingly coupled to the rear wheels, wherein the drive unit comprises a transaxle fastened to the engine;an airbox and a throttle body, wherein the airbox and the throttle body are secured to the engine and the transaxle so as to move with the engine and transaxle relative to the chassis;a plurality of body panels secured to the chassis, the body panels covering most of the frame members of rectangular cross section and leaving exposed a plurality of the frame members of generally circular or oval cross section; anda rear cargo box positioned above the drive unit, the rear cargo box having an opening covered with a movable door ...

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

A vehicle configuration wherein the center of mass of the vehicle is approximately superimposed upon the passenger and driver centers of mass when seated within the vehicle. An occupant's center of mass can be approximated using a standard center of mass position approximation, or a combination of any number of standard center of mass position approximations. The vehicle's center of mass can be approximately superimposed upon the occupant's center of mass in at least the longitudinal and vertical directions. 1. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, a roll cage, and a passenger area;at least one seat located within the passenger area;an engine, the engine positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a continuously variable transmission operatively connected to the engine;a front axle and a rear axle, the front and rear axles being operatively coupled to the engine via the continuously variable transmission, wherein the front axle is positioned forwardly of the passenger area and the rear axle is positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a radiator positioned rearwardly of the at least one seat, wherein at least a portion of the radiator is above at least a portion of the continuously variable transmission and wherein the radiator is tilted such that a top of the radiator is positioned forwardly of a bottom of the radiator; anda side panel that extends forward of the rear axle and rearward of the at least one seat, the side panel having an air inlet opening.2. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the at least a portion of the radiator is positioned above at least a portion of the engine.3. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising one or more air intake ducts that pass air from the air inlet opening to one or more of the continuously variable transmission or an airbox that provides air to the engine.4. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a cargo-carrying portion claim 1 , at least a portion of the cargo carrying portion positioned ...

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

A vehicle configuration wherein the center of mass of the vehicle is approximately superimposed upon the passenger and driver centers of mass when seated within the vehicle. An occupant's center of mass can be approximated using a standard center of mass position approximation, or a combination of any number of standard center of mass position approximations. The vehicle's center of mass can be approximately superimposed upon the occupant's center of mass in at least the longitudinal and vertical directions. 1. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, a roll cage, and a passenger area;at least one seat located within the passenger area;an engine, the engine positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a continuously variable transmission operatively connected to the engine;a front axle and a rear axle, the front and rear axles being operatively coupled to the engine via the continuously variable transmission, wherein the front axle is positioned forwardly of the passenger area and the rear axle is positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a radiator positioned rearwardly of the at least one seat, wherein at least a portion of the radiator is above at least a portion of the continuously variable transmission and wherein the radiator is tilted such that a top of the radiator is positioned forwardly of a bottom of the radiator; anda side panel that extends forward of the rear axle and rearward of the at least one seat.2. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the at least a portion of the radiator is positioned above at least a portion of the engine.3. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a door panel and a foot panel positioned below the door panel claim 1 , the door panel and the foot panel extending forward of the side panel.4. The off-road vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a cargo-carrying portion claim 1 , at least a portion of the cargo carrying portion positioned above the bottom of the radiator.5. The off-road vehicle of claim 4 , ...

VEHICLE PANEL STRUCTURE, ROOF PANEL AND VEHICLE BODY

A vehicle panel structure includes: a vehicle outer plate panel having a reinforcement installation region on a vehicle inner side surface; a reinforcement provided in the installation region; and a connecting member placed between the installation region and the reinforcement. The connecting member is made from a connecting material having a loss factor tan δ of not less than 0.6. 1. A vehicle panel structure comprising:a vehicle outer plate panel having a reinforcement installation region on a vehicle inner side surface;a reinforcement provided in the installation region; anda connecting member placed between the installation region and the reinforcement, wherein:the connecting member is made from a connecting material having a loss factor tan δ of not less than 0.6.2. The vehicle panel structure according to claim 1 , wherein:the reinforcement makes contact with the connecting member.3. The vehicle panel structure according to claim 2 , wherein:the reinforcement makes contact with the connecting member via a connecting surface placed in an outer edge of the reinforcement and facing an outer-plate-panel side.4. The vehicle panel structure according to claim 3 , wherein:the connecting member is placed only between the installation region and the connecting surface.5. The vehicle panel structure according to claim 4 , wherein:the connecting member forms a linear shape along a skeletal center of the reinforcement.6. The vehicle panel structure according to claim 4 , wherein:the connecting member forms a dispersed shape continued at predetermined intervals along a skeletal center of the reinforcement.7. The vehicle panel structure according to claim 1 , wherein:the reinforcement further includes a recessed portion placed in a skeletal center of the reinforcement and having an opening on the outer-plate-panel side, andthe installation region makes contact with the opening.8. The vehicle panel structure according to claim 1 , wherein:the connecting member makes contact ...

Method of Making Reinforced Composite Articles with Reduced Fiber Content in Local Areas and Articles Made by the Method

A composite part including a resin matrix and fibers reinforcing the resin matrix in a first portion of the matrix. A second portion of the resin matrix is substantially devoid of fibers. The fibers may be in the form of a woven mat that defines an opening. Alternatively, the fibers may be loose fibers that are deposited in a mold that includes predetermined areas that are shielded from the deposit of the loose fibers. A method of making the composite part is disclosed in which a woven mat having an opening is filled with resin. Another method is also disclosed in which loose fibers are shielded from being deposited in a portion of the mold that is subsequently filled with resin.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A MOVABLE WINDOW IN A VEHICLE

A body frame of a vehicle is provided. The body frame having: a rear wall extending between a pair of pillars of the body frame; a reinforcement beam that is spaced from the rear wall to define a gap and wherein the reinforcement beam extends between the pair of pillars of the body frame; a rear window opening partially defined by the rear wall and the reinforcement beam; and wherein the body frame is configured for use with either a fixed window or a moving window, wherein the fixed window when secured to the body frame is fixedly secured to the reinforcement beam and the rear wall and the fixed window has an overmolding located about a periphery of the fixed window and a bottom portion of the overmolding traverses the gap and wherein the moving window when secured to the body frame moves in the gap. 1. A body frame of a vehicle , comprising:a rear wall extending between a pair of pillars of the body frame;a reinforcement beam that is spaced from the rear wall to define a gap and wherein the reinforcement beam extends between the pair of pillars of the body frame;a rear window opening partially defined by the rear wall and the reinforcement beam; andwherein the body frame is configured for use with either a fixed window or a moving window, wherein the fixed window when secured to the body frame is fixedly secured to the reinforcement beam and the rear wall and the fixed window has an overmolding located about a periphery of the fixed window and a bottom portion of the overmolding traverses the gap and wherein the moving window when secured to the body frame moves in the gap.2. The body frame as in claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement beam comprises an inner reinforcement and an outer reinforcement each of which extend between the pillars.3. The body frame as in claim 1 , wherein the pair of pillars extend along sides of the body frame.4. The body frame as in claim 3 , wherein the rear window opening is defined by edges of the rear wall claim 3 , the pair of pillars ...

Reinforcing Devices

A structural reinforcement comprising a rigid polymeric structure () including a central portion () and two side portions () adjacent the central portion, each of the central portion and side portions including a top surface and bottom surface and an expandable adhesive material () located onto at least one surface of each of the central portions and two side portions, wherein the expandable adhesive material is located along the bottom surface of the central portion and the top surface of each of the side portions. 1. A structural reinforcement comprising:i) a rigid polymeric structure having a longitudinal axis and including a central portion and two side portions adjacent the central portion, each of the central portion and side portions including a top surface and bottom surface;ii) one or more wells extending from the top surface toward the bottom surface of one or more of the side portions;ii) an expandable adhesive material located onto at least one surface of each of the central portions and two side portions;wherein the expandable adhesive material is located along the bottom surface of the central portion and the top surface of each of the side portions; andwherein the top surface of the central portion includes a plurality rib structures of running substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and the bottom surface of each side portion includes a plurality rib structures of running substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.2. (canceled)3. The structural reinforcement of claim 1 , wherein the expandable adhesive material covers at least a portion of the one or more wells.4. The structural reinforcement of claim 1 , wherein the central portion includes an extension which extends beyond a terminal end of each side portion.5. The structural reinforcement of claim 4 , wherein the extension includes a top surface that includes the expandable adhesive material.6. The structural reinforcement of claim 4 , wherein the extension includes a bottom ...

SYSTEM FOR INSULATING A STRUCTURAL ELEMENT

A system for insulating a structural element in a motor vehicle including a structural element having a first constituent part and a second constituent part which are joined together at a first joining point and a second joining point and form a cavity. The system furthermore includes a device having a carrier and a first expandable adhesive, wherein the carrier is arranged on the first constituent part of the structural element by way of a fastening element. The system furthermore includes a second expandable adhesive which is arranged on the second constituent part of the structural element. In this case, the first expandable adhesive and the second expandable adhesive are configured, and arranged, in such a way that, after the adhesives have been expanded, the device and the second expandable adhesive substantially completely fill a cross section of the structural element. 1. A system for insulating a structural element in a motor vehicle , the system comprising:a structural element having a first constituent part and a second constituent part, wherein the constituent parts are joined together at a first joining point and at a second joining point, and wherein the structural element forms a cavity;a device having a carrier and a first expandable adhesive, wherein the carrier is arranged on the first constituent part of the structural element by way of a fastening element; anda second expandable adhesive which is arranged on the second constituent part of the structural element;wherein the first expandable adhesive and the second expandable adhesive are in a non-expanded state and are configured, and arranged, in such a way that, after the adhesives have been expanded, the device and the second adhesive substantially completely fill a cross section of the structural element.2. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the device has a compact form and/or wherein the device has substantially the form of a cuboid or cylinder or truncated cone or cone or cone of ...

VEHICLE ENGINE MOUNTING

A vehicle configuration wherein the center of mass of the vehicle is approximately superimposed upon the passenger and driver centers of mass when seated within the vehicle. An occupant's center of mass can be approximated using a standard center of mass position approximation, or a combination of any number of standard center of mass position approximations. The vehicle's center of mass can be approximately superimposed upon the occupant's center of mass in at least the longitudinal and vertical directions. 1. A method for assembling a vehicle having a chassis with a front chassis portion secured to front wheels , a rear chassis portion secured to rear wheels , and a mid-chassis portion supporting an occupant cabin , the method comprising:securing an engine rigidly to a transmission to form an engine and transmission assembly;moving the engine and transmission assembly through the mid chassis portion and through a front end of the rear chassis portion to within the rear chassis portion; andsecuring the engine and transmission assembly within the rear chassis portion.2. The method of assembling a vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising securing a CVT to the engine and transmission after securing the engine to the transmission and before moving the assembly to within the rear chassis portion.3. The method of assembling a vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the transmission comprises a transaxle.4. The method of assembling a vehicle of claim 3 , wherein a forward end of the engine is mounted to the rear chassis portion and a rearward end of the transaxle is mounted to the rear chassis portion.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the rear chassis portion includes upper frame members spaced together a distance closer than the width or length of the engine.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle includes at least one seat assembly claim 1 , said seat assembly being secured in front of the engine after moving the engine and transmission through the mid chassis portion.7. A ...

QUADRANT CONFIGURATION OF ROBOTIC VEHICLES CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

Systems, apparatus and methods to implement sectional design (e.g., in quadrants) of an autonomous vehicle may include modular construction techniques to assemble an autonomous vehicle from multiple structural sections. The multiple structural sections may be configured to implement radial and bilateral symmetry. A structural section based configuration may include a power supply configuration (e.g., using rechargeable batteries) including a double-backed power supply system. The power supply system may include a kill switch disposed on a power supply (e.g., at an end of a rechargeable battery). The kill switch may be configured to disable the power supply system in the event of an emergency or after a collision, for example. The radial and bilateral symmetry may provide for bi-directional driving operations of the autonomous vehicle as the vehicle may not have a designated front end or a back end. 120-. (canceled)21. A drive module , comprising:at least one propulsion unit, the at least one propulsion unit including a motor to drive at least one wheel;at least one steering unit, the at least one steering unit configured to steer the at least one wheel;at least one sensor unit configured to sense an environment external to the drive module;at least one power unit, the at least one power unit being in electrical communication with the at least one propulsion unit, the at least one steering unit, and the at least one sensor unit;a controller in electrical communication with the at least one power unit and configured to control the at least one propulsion unit and the at least one steering unit based at least in part on input from the at least one sensor unit; andone or more couplings configured to couple the drive module to a structural section of a component of a vehicle.22. The drive module of claim 21 , wherein the structural section of the vehicle comprises another drive module of the vehicle.23. The drive module of claim 21 , wherein the structural section of the ...

Vehicle body rear part structure

A vehicle body rear part includes a side sill, a rear wheel house, a rear side frame, and a close plate. An outer curve part and an inner curve part are provided in a region close to a front part of the rear wheel house of the rear side frame. An outer ridge line that extends straight in a vehicle forward direction from a position substantially directly above the vicinity of a rear end portion of the outer curve part of the rear side frame and an inner ridge line that extends to be curved to a vehicle forward side substantially along the inner curve part at a position substantially directly above the inner curve part of the rear side frame are provided on the close plate. The outer ridge line and the inner ridge line converge in an inner region in the vehicle width direction of a joint part of the rear side frame and the side sill.

REINFORCEMENT ELEMENT

A reinforcement element has a carrier having a longitudinal axis and elongate opening extending in the axis direction. The reinforcement element has an insert element having a longitudinal axis constructed to be arranged in the elongate opening. The insert element has first and second portions. The first portions are parallel with a first plane. The insert element longitudinal axis is in this first plane. The second portions are parallel with a second plane. The insert element longitudinal axis is in the second plane. The reinforcement element has a first adhesive which can be arranged on the carrier outer side and on a first group of insert element first portions and to bond the carrier and insert element in the structural element. The reinforcement element has a second adhesive which can be arranged on a second group of insert element first portions and to bond the insert element in the carrier. 1. A reinforcement element for reinforcing structural elements in vehicles , the reinforcement element comprising:a carrier having a longitudinal axis, wherein the carrier has at least one elongate opening which extends in the direction of the longitudinal axis;at least one insert element which has a longitudinal axis and which is constructed to be arranged in the elongate opening of the carrier and which comprises a plurality of first portions and a plurality of second portions, wherein the first portions are arranged parallel with a first plane, wherein the longitudinal axis is located in this first plane, and wherein the second portions are arranged parallel with a second plane, wherein the longitudinal axis is located orthogonally to this second plane;a first adhesive which can be arranged on an outer side of the carrier and on a first group of first portions of the insert element and which is constructed to adhesively bond the carrier and the insert element in the structural element; anda second adhesive which can be arranged on a second group of first portions of the ...

Vehicle system and traveling unit

There is provided a vehicle system including: a body unit; a traveling unit capable of traveling with the body unit being mounted thereon; coupling units configured to couple the body unit and the traveling unit; a sensor used for predicting a crash; a controller configured to execute causing coupling between the traveling unit and the body unit by the coupling units to be released when a crash is predicted based on a detection value of the sensor; an acting unit provided on one of the traveling unit and the body unit and configured to act so that a positional relationship between the body unit and the traveling unit is changed when the coupling is released; and an acted-upon unit provided on the other between the traveling unit and the body unit and configured to receive action of the acting unit.

Vehicle Body

A vehicle body includes a cross connecting member formed in a transverse direction of the vehicle body and having branch parts branched from its outer surface, and a joint housing having a tubular shape that is fitted to and surrounds the branch parts so that the joint housing is fastened to an end of the cross connecting member, the joint housing having member fastening parts extending from portions into which the branch parts are fitted so that frame members are fastened to the member fastening parts.

Vehicle Body Joint Structure

A vehicle body joint structure includes a roof side member extending in a front-rear direction from a side of an upper portion of a vehicle body, a pillar member extending in an up-down direction and matched to a front end or a rear end of the roof side member, a roof rail member laterally extending from the upper portion of the vehicle body and matched with the front end or the rear end of the roof side member, and a connector disposed at the front end or the rear end of the roof side member and fixing the roof side member, the pillar member, and the roof rail member.

REINFORCEMENT STRUCTURE

A structural reinforcement comprising a base reinforcing structure including a plurality of ribs and having a first surface and a second surface, an expandable adhesive material located onto a first portion of the first surface, and a sealant material located around an edge of the second surface, the second surface being substantially free of any of the plurality of ribs. 1. A reinforcement structure comprising: (a) a plurality of ribs;', '(b) a first surface having a first portion; and', '(c) a second surface substantially free of the plurality of ribs and including a second portion;, '(i) a reinforcement base structure, including(ii) an adhesive material located on the first portion; and(ii) a sealant material located along an edge of the second surface,wherein the first portion is in a plane that is substantially perpendicular to a plane of the second portion; andwherein the adhesive material is free of direct contact with the sealant material in a green state.210-. (canceled)11. A method comprising: (i) a first surface having a first portion; and', '(ii) a second surface having a second portion;, '(a) locating a polymeric material in a mold to form a reinforcement base structure, including(b) molding an adhesive material onto the reinforcement base structure in a mold;(c) removing the reinforcement base structure and adhesive material from the mold; and(d) extruding a sealant material onto an edge of the reinforcement base structure, wherein the sealant material is located on the second portion and the second portion is substantially free of the adhesive material.12. The method of claim 11 , wherein the sealant material is extruded via a mini-applicator.13. The method of claim 11 , wherein the adhesive material and the sealant material are applied so that they are substantially free of any direct contact with one another in a green state.14. The method of claim 13 , wherein the adhesive material and the sealant material are applied so that they are free of any ...

Vehicle frame member

A vehicle frame member includes a first wall portion formed into a band plate shape extending in a predetermined direction, a second wall portion and a third wall portion formed into a band plate shape extending in the predetermined direction, the second wall portion and the third wall portion extending in a first direction and in a second direction, respectively, from opposite ends of the first wall portion in a width direction of the first wall portion. Respective recessed groove portions extending in the predetermined direction are formed on respective outer surfaces of the second wall portion and the third wall portion.

Body structure allowing the passage of fluid or gas under pressure and associated body

A bodywork structure for a body for a public transport vehicle, in particular a railway vehicle or a road transport vehicle, for example a guided road transport vehicle, including a wall extending in a longitudinal direction, the wall including at least one cavity extending in the longitudinal direction, wherein the cavity forms a passage for a fluid under pressure, for example a gas under pressure.

Methods and apparatus for additively manufactured endoskeleton-based transport structures

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an additively manufactured transport structure. The transport structure includes cavities into which components that use an external interface are inserted. A plurality of components are assembled and integrated into the vehicle. In an embodiment, the components and frame are modular, enabling reparability and replacement of single parts in the event of isolated failures.

Reinforcement member

A reinforcement member is provided and includes a reinforcement unit that has a pair of reinforcement unit bodies. Each of the reinforcement unit bodies has a protruding surface protruding from a middle part of the reinforcement unit body relative to a longitudinal direction of the reinforcement unit body. The protruding surfaces of the reinforcement unit bodies are in contact with each other while opposing each other, and opposite end parts of the reinforcement unit have rectangular cross sections when cutting the reinforcement unit perpendicularly to a longitudinal direction of the reinforcement unit. A plurality of reinforcement units are arranged and the cross sections of the opposite end parts of the reinforcement units form columns and rows of the reinforcement member.

EXTRUDED ARC STRUCTURES FOR USE WITH NODES

A metal extrusion and nodes based structure is provided. The structure comprises one or more arc members connected by one or more node members, wherein the arc comprises (i) a wing feature which is configured to mate with one or more non-structural components, (ii) an internal passage feature which is configured to be inserted into a connecting feature of the corresponding node member, and (iii) one or more keying features formed from a mating interface with the corresponding node member. 1. A structure comprising:a metal extrusion including a first structure and a second structure, the metal extrusion having a length, whereinthe first structure includes an elongated cavity along the length of the metal extrusion, andthe second structure includes an elongated surface along the length of the metal extrusion, the elongated surface being arranged away from the first structure and overlapping at least a portion of the first structure, the first and second structures being connected along the length of the metal extrusion.2. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the elongated cavity includes a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge claim 1 , the first and second longitudinal edges defining an opening in a wall of the elongated cavity claim 1 , the opening running along a length of the elongated cavity claim 1 , the metal extrusion further includinga support structure that connects the first and second longitudinal edges to the second structure.3. The structure of claim 2 , wherein the elongated cavity includes a cylindrical tube.4. The structure of claim 2 , wherein the second structure is a plate claim 2 , and the plate is directly connected to the support structure.5. The structure of claim 2 , wherein the support structure is configured to deform in response to a bending of at least the first structure or the second structure claim 2 , such that the deformation of the support structure relieves a mechanical stress within the extruded structure that ...

Vehicle Panel and Emblem

An emblem assembly for a vehicle having a number of attachment features such as two locating-pins, two opposing force clips, an orthogonal force clip, and an adhesive. A body panel having an embossed emblem-mating surface defining a number of attachment features such as a 2-way locating-slot, a 4-way locating-hole, a central void with opposing substantially parallel edges, a clip retention slot with an orthogonal edge, and a panel surface area for adhesive contact. The emblem assembly and the emblem-mating surface features combine to provide an effective support for an emblem on a body panel of a vehicle. The emblem may be located on a tailgate of a pickup with an aluminum body panel. 1. A tailgate for a pickup comprising:a panel having an emblem-mating surface offset from a primary surface, the emblem-mating surface defining a central void between opposing edges and a clip-retention slot with an orthogonal edge; andan emblem assembly having first and second clips each contacting one of the opposing edges, and a third clip engaging the clip-retention slot.2. The tailgate of wherein the void is substantially quadrilateral in shape.3. The tailgate of wherein the void is substantially rectangular in shape with the opposing edges extending in a parallel direction claim 2 , and wherein the void has two lateral edges extending perpendicular to the opposing edges claim 2 , and a distance between the opposing edges is further than a distance between the lateral edges.4. The tailgate of wherein a first area defined by the void is equal to or greater than a second area defined by the emblem-mating surface minus the void.5. The tailgate of wherein the emblem assembly has a panel-mating surface and the tailgate further comprises an adhesive disposed at least partially between the panel-mating surface and the emblem-mating surface.6. The tailgate of wherein the emblem-mating surface further defines a circular 4-way locating-hole and a 2-way locating-slot claim 1 , the 2-way ...

Method for producing a composite component for a motor vehicle

A method for producing a composite component, which has a first section and a second section connected to the first section, the first section including a metallic material, the second section including a plastic, the first section having a first base region and projections provided on the first base region, and the projections provided on the first base region being anchored in the second section in order to bring about the connection between the first section and the second section, includes: manufacturing the first base region of the first section; creating the projections directly on the first base region by way of an additive manufacturing method; and connecting the second section to the first section.

Multiple stage deformation reinforcement structure for impact absorption

A structural reinforcement for a vehicle comprising: a) a carrier having a base wall from which a plurality of projections extend, the plurality of projections including at least one first projection and at least one second projection and the at least one first projection having a height greater than a height of the at least one second projection; b) an activatable material which is heat activatable and affixed to the carrier, configured to secure the carrier in a cavity of the vehicle; wherein in event of an impact, the at least one first projection and second projection are configured to deform toward the base wall and/or in a direction of an impact load in response to the impact load; and the at least one first projection is configured to receive the impact load and deform before the at least one second projection receives the impact load and deforms.

ROOF PANEL TO SIDE-PILLAR HYDROFORMED REINFORCEMENT FOR VEHICLES

A side-support structure mounted over an upper side portion of a vehicle includes an upper horizontal portion attached to a portion of the roof of the vehicle. A central arcuate portion of the side-support structure is attached to a portion of the vehicle between the roof and the side-pillar of the vehicle. The side-support structure also includes a lower vertical portion attached to an upper portion of the side-pillar of the vehicle. 1. A side-support structure mountable over an upper side portion of a vehicle , the side-support structure comprising:an upper horizontal portion attached to a portion of a vehicle roof;a central arcuate portion extending between the roof and a side-pillar of the vehicle; anda lower vertical portion attached to an upper portion of the side-pillar of the vehicle;wherein the side-support structure is hydroformed from a continuous closed structure of metallic material.2. The side-support structure of claim 1 , wherein the side-support structure is hydroformed from a continuous closed structure of plastic material.3. The side-support structure of claim 1 , wherein the central arcuate portion has a base having a surface profile substantially matching with a surface profile of a portion of the vehicle between the roof and the side-pillar of the vehicle.4. The side support structure of claim 1 , wherein the lower vertical portion has a substantially rectangular cross-section claim 1 , and is flattened with respect to the upper horizontal portion.5. The side-support structure of claim 1 , and having a substantially L-shaped structure claim 1 , wherein the lower vertical portion and the upper horizontal portion form arms of the L-shaped structure.6. The side-support structure of claim 1 , wherein the central arcuate portion of the side-support structure is configured to transfer loads from the upper horizontal portion to the lower vertical portion of the side-support structure.7. The side-support structure of claim 1 , wherein the lower ...

OFF-HIGHWAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

A vehicle configuration wherein the center of mass of the vehicle is approximately superimposed upon the passenger and driver centers of mass when seated within the vehicle. An occupant's center of mass can be approximated using a standard center of mass position approximation, or a combination of any number of standard center of mass position approximations. The vehicle's center of mass can be approximately superimposed upon the occupant's center of mass in at least the longitudinal and vertical directions. 123-. (canceled)24. An off-road vehicle comprising:a frame, a roll cage, and a passenger area;at least one seat located within the passenger area;an engine, the engine positioned rearwardly of the passenger area;a continuously variable transmission operatively connected to the engine;a front axle and a rear axle, the front and rear axles being operatively coupled to the engine via the continuously variable transmission, wherein the front axle is positioned forwardly of the passenger area and the rear axle is positioned rearwardly of the passenger area; anda radiator positioned rearwardly of the at least one seat, wherein at least a portion of the radiator is above at least a portion of the continuously variable transmission.25. The off-road vehicle of claim 24 , wherein the at least a portion of the radiator is positioned above at least a portion of the engine.26. The off-road vehicle of claim 24 , wherein the radiator is titled such that a top of the radiator is positioned forwardly of a bottom of the radiator.27. The off-road vehicle of claim 26 , further comprising a cargo-carrying portion claim 26 , at least a portion of the cargo carrying portion positioned above the bottom of the radiator.28. The off-road vehicle of claim 27 , wherein the at least one seat has a seatback; a portion of the seatback extending above the top of the radiator and a portion of the seatback extending below the bottom of the radiator.29. The off-road vehicle of claim 28 , wherein a ...

Twenty-eight-cornered strengthening member for vehicles

A vehicle includes a strengthening member having a cross section including twenty-eight corners. The cross section has twenty-eight sides arranged to create twenty internal angles and eight external angles.

User-assemblable vehicle

A user-assemblable vehicle including: a platform module forming a bottom surface of the vehicle, and including a floor part provided with a power driving part and front and rear wheel parts provided on front and rear parts of the floor part, respectively; a front module coupled to a front part of the platform module to form a front part of the vehicle; a rear module coupled to a rear part of the platform module to form a rear part of the vehicle; and a cabin module having a space for accommodating passengers, being coupled to a rear end of the front module at a front end and coupled to a front end of the rear module at a rear end, and supported by the floor part of the platform module at a lower end when the cabin module slides from a side to an opposite side of the vehicle.

MOBILE BODY HAVING REFLECTION CONTROL LAYER

A mobile body has a reflection control layer that reflects light in a wavelength region of sunlight or in a wavelength region of infrared radiation formed on a surface thereof. A mainstream outside the mobile body is heated by the reflected light to reduce air resistance of the mobile body. A refractive index of the reflection control layer is a value outside a range between a refractive index of a body-side substance and a refractive index of air. A thickness of the reflection control layer is equal to or larger than a value obtained by dividing 187.5 nanometers by a refractive index of the reflection control layer, and equal to or smaller than a value obtained by dividing 275,000 nanometers by a refractive index of the reflection control layer. 18.-. (canceled)9. A mobile body having a reflection control layer that reflects light in a wavelength region of sunlight or a wavelength region of infrared radiation formed on a surface of the mobile body , whereinin a wavelength region from 0.75 micrometer to 100 micrometers,a refractive index of the reflection control layer is a value outside a range between a refractive index of a body-side substance under the reflection control layer and a refractive index of air, anda thickness of the reflection control layer is equal to or larger than a value obtained by dividing 187.5 nanometers by a refractive index of the reflection control layer, and equal to or smaller than a value obtained by dividing 275,000 nanometers by a refractive index of the reflection control layer.10. The mobile body according to claim 9 , whereinin a wavelength region from 0.75 micrometer to 100 micrometers,a refractive index of the reflection control layer is larger than both a refractive index of the body-side substance and a refractive index of air.11. The mobile body according to claim 10 , whereinin a wavelength region from 0.75 micrometer to 100 micrometers,a refractive index of the reflection control layer is equal to or larger than 1.01 times ...

HIGHLY FORMABLE AUTOMOTIVE ALUMINUM SHEET WITH REDUCED OR NO SURFACE ROPING AND A METHOD OF PREPARATION

Disclosed are novel processes to increase productivity on a continuous anneal and solution heat treatment line for heat-treatable automotive aluminum sheet products with high T4 and after-paint bake strengths and reduced roping. As a non-limiting example, the processes described herein can be used in the automotive industry. The disclosed heat treatable alloys and processes also may be applicable to the marine, aerospace, and transportation industries. 1. An aluminum alloy comprising about 0.20-1.0 wt. % Si , 0.11-0.40 wt. % Fe , 0.0-0.23 wt. % Cu , 0.0-0.22 wt. % Mn , 0.50-0.83 wt. % Mg , 0.0-0.25 wt. % Cr , 0.0-0.006 wt. % Ni , 0.0-0.15 wt. % Zn , 0.0-0.17 wt. % Ti , up to 0.15 wt. % impurities , with the remainder as Al.2. The aluminum alloy of claim 1 , comprising about 0.60-0.95 wt. % Si claim 1 , 0.20-0.35 wt. % Fe claim 1 , 0.05-0.20 wt. % Cu claim 1 , 0.05-0.20 wt. % Mn claim 1 , 0.55-0.75 wt. % Mg claim 1 , 0.0-0.15 wt. % Cr claim 1 , 0.0-0.006 wt. % Ni claim 1 , 0.0-0.15 wt. % Zn claim 1 , 0.0-0.15 wt. % Ti claim 1 , up to 0.15 wt. % impurities claim 1 , with the remainder as Al.3. A motor vehicle body part comprising the aluminum alloy of .4. The motor vehicle body part of claim 3 , wherein the motor vehicle body part comprises an outer panel.5. A method of producing a 6xxx series aluminum sheet claim 3 , comprising:casting a 6xxx series aluminum alloy to form an ingot;homogenizing the ingot;hot rolling the ingot to produce a hot rolled intermediate product;cold rolling the hot rolled intermediate product;annealing;cold rolling; andsubjecting the sheet to a continuous anneal and solution heat treatment process.6. A method of producing a 6xxx series aluminum sheet claim 3 , comprising:casting a 6xxx series aluminum alloy to form an ingot;homogenizing the ingot; a) after exit temperature coiling, immediately placing into an anneal furnace, or', 'b) after exit temperature coiling, cooling to room temperature and then placing into an anneal furnace;, 'hot ...

Twelve-cornered strengthening member for a vehicle with straight and curved sides and an optimized straight side length to curved side radius ratio

A strengthening member for a vehicle, a vehicle including a strengthening member, and a method of making a strengthening member for a vehicle is provided. The strengthening member can have a twelve-cornered cross section that includes sides and corners. The sides can include eight straight sides and four curved sides. A length of each straight side can be substantially the same, a radius of a curvature of each curved side can be substantially the same, and a ratio of the straight side length to the curvature radius may range from about 0.9 to about 1.6. In a motor vehicle, length of each straight side of the cross section of the strengthening member can range from about 10 mm to about 200 mm and the radius of the curvature of each curved side of the cross section of the strengthening member can range from about 3 mm to about 400 mm.

Method for producing a motor vehicle component from an extruded aluminum profile

The present invention relates to a method for producing a lightweight sheet-metal component with varying wall thicknesses, characterized by the following method steps: —extruding a lightweight metal to form a profile with a non-planar profile cross section, wherein the wall thicknesses of the profile cross section differ from one another in at least two regions, —cutting the profile to length into profile pieces, —widening the profile pieces, —forming the flattened profile piece into a three-dimensional shaped sheet-metal component, wherein the sheet-metal component has at least two regions with wall thicknesses that are different from one another.

Impact resistant component for a vehicle

Provided is a load-carrying or non-load carrying structural component for a vehicle having improved impact resistance, such as a gas tank protection shield, an underbody shield, a structural panel, an interior floor, a floor pan, a roof, an exterior surface, a storage area, a glove box, a console box, a trunk, a trunk floor, a truck bed, and combinations thereof. The component has a support structure with ridges, each spaced apart from one another at predetermined intervals, to form a corrugated surface capable of load-carrying. The ridges are longitudinally extending, raised ridges. The corrugated designs provide support structures that are impact resistant.

Hollow structure with flange

A hollow structure for installation as cross member or longitudinal member in a motor vehicle includes a hollow member which is made of light metal and has at least one hollow chamber. The hollow member has a wall which is formed with a slot. A flange sized to extend through the slot has a leg configured to rest by a formfit against a side of an inner surface area of the hollow member and at least one area which is coupled to an outer surface area of the hollow member.

CLOSED STRUCTURAL COMPONENT AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING THE SAME

The present invention is directed to a closed structural component and process for preparing the same. 1. A closed structural component comprising an elongated base composite comprising:a first longitudinal wall and a second longitudinal wall each having an edge, wherein the first longitudinal wall and the second longitudinal wall are disposed opposite to one another and disposed on a bottom;a plurality of reinforcement ribs connected at each end to each of the first longitudinal wall and the second longitudinal wall and dispersed on the bottom; anda flat top disposed on the edge of each of the first longitudinal wall and the second longitudinal wall, wherein the flat top is integrally olded to the elongated base composite.2. The closed structural component of claim 1 , wherein the elongated base composite further comprises a plurality of longitudinal reinforcement ribs dispersed between two or more reinforcement ribs.3. The closed structural component of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of longitudinal reinforcement ribs is disposed on the bottom.4. The closed structural component of claim 1 , wherein the flat top is integrally molded to the first longitudinal wall or the second longitudinal wall.5. A process for preparing a closed structural component claim 1 , the process comprising:(A) thermoforming at least one thermoplastic composite material to obtain an elongated base composite comprising a first longitudinal wall, a second longitudinal wall and a bottom, wherein the first longitudinal wall and the second longitudinal wall are disposed opposite to one another and disposed on the bottom, and wherein a flat top is disposed on an edge of the first longitudinal wall at an angle theta (θ) which is in a range of from greater or equal to 0 degrees to lower or equal to 90 degrees, wherein the flat top is integrally molded to the elongated base composite;(B) injection molding the elongated base composite obtained in (A) with the at least one thermoplastic composite ...

VEHICLE PANEL STRUCTURE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF VEHICLE PANEL STRUCTURE

The present invention includes a metal outer panel configuring an outer panel of a vehicle, a metal reinforcing member that is disposed at an end portion of the outer panel and that is joined to the outer panel further toward an inner side of the vehicle than the outer panel, and a resin inner panel that is disposed further toward an inner side of the vehicle than the reinforcing member and that is joined to the reinforcing member, wherein a closed cross-section is formed between the inner panel and the reinforcing member. 1. A vehicle panel structure , comprising:a metal outer panel that configures an outer panel of a vehicle;a metal reinforcing member that is disposed at an end portion of the outer panel and that is joined to the outer panel further toward an inner side of the vehicle than the outer panel; anda resin inner panel that is disposed further toward the inner side of the vehicle than the reinforcing member and that is joined to the reinforcing member so as to form a closed cross-section between the inner panel and the reinforcing member.2. The vehicle panel structure of claim 1 , wherein the inner panel includes a sealing portion that seals between the inner panel and a vehicle main body.3. The vehicle panel structure of claim 1 , wherein:the inner panel is formed with a first attachment hole for assembly to a vehicle main body; andthe reinforcing member is formed with a second attachment hole that is in communication with the first attachment hole in a state in which the reinforcing member is assembled to the vehicle main body.4. The vehicle panel structure of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing member is formed in a ring shape along an outer peripheral end portion of the outer panel.5. A method of manufacturing a vehicle panel structure claim 1 , the method comprising:disposing a reinforcing member along an end portion of a metal outer panel configuring an outer panel of a vehicle and further toward an inner side of the vehicle than the outer panel, and ...

Vehicle frame structure

A vehicle frame structure includes a pair of side members located on both right and left sides of a vehicle, each of the pair of side members extending both forward and rearward of a cabin along a respective side of the cabin. As each of the pair of side members extends in a longitudinal direction at a substantially uniform height, a load applied to one end can be transferred toward the other end.

Impact absorbing member

An impact absorbing member 10 able to secure absorption energy while lightening weight by absorbing the impact load applied in the axial direction by periodic buckling, wherein the impact absorbing member 10 is provided with a main body 20 comprised of metal sheet and having a polygonal shape in cross-section vertical to an axial direction and a center sheet 30 comprised of metal sheet and provided at a hollow part in the main body along the axial direction, the polygonal shape of the main body 20 includes a pair of long side ( 20 a, 20 b ) facing each other, the center sheet 30 is joined to each of the long sides ( 20 a, 20 b ) of the polygonal shape of the main body 20 , and the sheet thickness t 1 (mm) of the main body 20 and the sheet thickness t 2 (mm) of the center sheet 30 satisfy 1.3×t 1 ≦t 2.

Quadrant configuration of robotic vehicles cross-reference to related applications

Systems, apparatus and methods to implement sectional design (e.g., in quadrants) of an autonomous vehicle may include modular construction techniques to assemble an autonomous vehicle from multiple structural sections. The multiple structural sections may be configured to implement radial and bilateral symmetry. A structural section based configuration may include a power supply configuration (e.g., using rechargeable batteries) including a double-backed power supply system. The power supply system may include a kill switch disposed on a power supply (e.g., at an end of a rechargeable battery). The kill switch may be configured to disable the power supply system in the event of an emergency or after a collision, for example. The radial and bilateral symmetry may provide for bi-directional driving operations of the autonomous vehicle as the vehicle may not have a designated front end or a back end.

Reinforcement arrangement

A reinforcement arrangement for protecting a vehicle occupant in the event of a frontal collision. The reinforcement arrangement which is configured to be centrally located is attachable to lateral support beams of a frame provides a more weight efficient solution compared to previously used reinforcement arrangement attached to longitudinal beams located in a tunnel structure of the vehicle. The described reinforcement arrangement is further configured to minimize intrusion into the vehicle interior in the event of a frontal collision, and to instead direct forces into the frame via the lateral support beams. Thereby, the force can be directed into the frame and not to sensitive components of the energy source.