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Reinforcing structural element for vehicle body
Assignee: Fiat SpA
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Filing: 1971-11-24
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Granted: 1973-10-16
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Expires: 1991-11-24
Abstract
Abstract This invention provides a reinforcing structural element interconnecting existing structures at the floor level or rear wall of a vehicle body interior space and existing front transverse elements at the instrument panel or windshield base. The reinforcing element, which may be of box-or U-section, strengthens the body against longitudinal deformation in the event of a frontal collision.
Inventors
- 👤 E Franchini
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 09:11
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62D; B62D39/00; B60; B60R; B60R19/00; B62D25/00; B62D25/08; B62D25/14; B62D25/145
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
103 words
A vehicle body having an interior space defined at least in part by a floor, a forward transverse bulkhead and a windshield, said vehicle having reinforcing means comprising a first transverse structural element incorporated in said bulkhead adjacent said windshield, a second transverse structural element incorporated said floor and spaced rearwardly from said bulkhead, a central longitudinal structural element incorporated in said floor and extending at least between said second structural element and said bulkhead, and an inclined load transmitting reinforcing element extending longitudinally centrally of the body and interconnecting said first and second transverse structural elements in said bulkhead and said floor.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
103 words
A vehicle body having an interior space defined at least in part by a floor, a forward transverse bulkhead and a windshield, said vehicle having reinforcing means comprising a first transverse structural element incorporated in said bulkhead adjacent said windshield, a second transverse structural element incorporated said floor and spaced rearwardly from said bulkhead, a central longitudinal structural element incorporated in said floor and extending at least between said second structural element and said bulkhead, and an inclined load transmitting reinforcing element extending longitudinally centrally of the body and interconnecting said first and second transverse structural elements in said bulkhead and said floor.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
A vehicle body as set forth in claim 1 wherein said reinforcing element is comprised of a tubular beam.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
37 words
A vehicle body as set forth in claim 1 wherein said reinforcing element is comprised of a longitudinal partition having a U-shaped cross-section having lateral vertical walls which extend to and which are secured to said floor.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-10-15 | 1977-04-16 | 1977-10-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-10-15 | 1981-04-16 | 1981-10-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-10-15 | 1985-04-16 | 1985-10-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |