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US3778093A
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Bumper for motor vehicles
Assignee: Daimler Benz AG
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Filing: 1971-09-17
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Granted: 1973-12-11
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Expires: 1991-09-17
Abstract
Abstract A bumper or the like for motor vehicles, especially for passenger motor vehicles, in which the bumper includes a bearer member constructed V-shaped, as viewed in cross section, whose leg ends are bent off vertically or nearly vertically into flanges and are so arranged that they are disposed on the side of the bearer member opposite the vehicle; a protective bar of rubber or similar material is mounted on the bumper, possibly by the interposition of a support member.
Inventors
- 👤 H Renner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 22:35
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R19/00; B60R19/02; B60R19/18; B60R2019/1806; B60R2019/1833; B60R2019/1853
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 29
Claim 1
Independent Claim
57 words
A bumper for motor vehicles comprising: at least one protective bar means of rubber-like material and a V-shaped bearer means extending substantially along the entire length of said bar means for bearing same, each leg of the V-shaped bearer means being provided with several triangular shaped embossments and a flange which is substantially perpendicular to each leg.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
57 words
A bumper for motor vehicles comprising: at least one protective bar means of rubber-like material and a V-shaped bearer means extending substantially along the entire length of said bar means for bearing same, each leg of the V-shaped bearer means being provided with several triangular shaped embossments and a flange which is substantially perpendicular to each leg.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that the bearer means has a cross axis with a substantially horizontal position.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
29 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that the bearer means has a cross axis which is slightly forwardly inclined toward the open side of the bearer means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that web means are provided between the legs of the bearer means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
21 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that a support means includes several web means provided for the bearer means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
A bumper accOrding to claim 1, further comprising support means securely connected with the bearer means.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
17 words
A bumper according to claim 6, characterized in that the support means consists of a metallic, material.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
16 words
A bumper according to claim 5, characterized by fastening means arranged outwardly at the support means.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
23 words
A bumper according to claim 6, characterized in that said fastening means are selected from the group consisting of hooks, buttons and clamps.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
A bumper according to claim 6 wherein said support means consists of a synthetic resinous material.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
15 words
A bumper according to claim 6, wherein said support means consists of a rubber-like material.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
17 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized by several fastening means arranged outwardly at the flange sides.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
23 words
A bumper according to claim 12, characterized in that said fastening means are selected from the group consisting of hooks, buttons and clamps.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
28 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that the bumper includes support means, the bearer and support means being partially securely surrounded by the protective bar means.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
31 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that a support means is secured to the bearer means, and in that the protective bar means is secured to the support means.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
19 words
A bumper according to claim 15, characterized in that the protective bar means is vulcanized onto the support means.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
19 words
A bumper according to claim 15, characterized in that the protective bar means is bonded to the support means.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
25 words
A bumper according to claim 15, characterized in that the leg ends of the bearer means are bent from the flange side toward the vehicle.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
22 words
A bumper according to claim 15, characterized in that the support means includes leg portions bent in the direction toward the vehicle.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
14 words
A bumper according to claim 15, wherein said support means consists of metallic material.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
16 words
A bumper according to claim 15, characterized by fastening means arranged outwardly at the support means.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
20 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that web means are provided between the legs of the bearer means.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
30 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that a support means is secured to said bearer means, said support means including several web means provided for the bearer means.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
24 words
A bumper according to claim 1, characterized in that the bearer means is directly connected at the flange side to the protective bar means.
Claim 26
Dependent Claim
75 words
A bumper for motor vehicles comprising: at least one protective bar means of rubber-like material and a V-shaped bearer means extending substantially along the entire length of said bar means for bearing same, each leg of the V-shaped bearer means terminating in a flange which is substantially perpendicular to each leg a support means consisting of a synthetic resinous material secured to the bearer means said protective bar means being secured to the support means.
Claim 27
Dependent Claim
75 words
A bumper for motor vehicles comprising: at least one protective bar means of rubber-like material and a V-shaped bearer means extending substantially along the entire length of said bar means for bearing same, each leg of the V-shaped bearer means terminating in a flange which is substantially perpendicular to each leg a support means consisting of a synthetic resinous material secured to the bearer means said protective bar means being secured to the support means.
Claim 28
Dependent Claim
74 words
A bumper for motor vehicles comprising: at least one protective bar means of rubber-like material and a V-shaped bearer means extending substantially along the entire length of said bar means for bearing same, each leg of the V-shaped bearer means terminating in a flange which is substantially perpendicular to each leg a support means consisting of a rubber-like material secured to the bearer means, said protective bar means being secured to the support means.
Claim 29
Dependent Claim
74 words
A bumper for motor vehicles comprising: at least one protective bar means of rubber-like material and a V-shaped bearer means extending substantially along the entire length of said bar means for bearing same, each leg of the V-shaped bearer means terminating in a flange which is substantially perpendicular to each leg a support means consisting of a rubber-like material secured to the bearer means, said protective bar means being secured to the support means.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-12-10 | 1977-06-11 | 1977-12-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-12-10 | 1981-06-11 | 1981-12-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-12-10 | 1985-06-11 | 1985-12-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |