US3827740A
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Structurally reinforced vehicle bumper
Assignee: Boeing North American Inc
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Filing: 1972-05-18
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Granted: 1974-08-06
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Expires: 1992-05-18
Abstract
Abstract A structurally reinforced vehicle bumper assembly comprising a plurality of outer members secured together to define a closed bumper configuration having an internal chamber. A bumper reinforcing structural element is positioned within this chamber and is secured to and interconnects two outer members. This structural element is joined to one of these outer members by adhesive material, thereby permitting the assembly of the composite bumper.
Inventors
- 👤 R Golze
- 👤 R Kienle
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 22:19
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R19/00; B60R19/02; B60R19/18
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
92 words
A structurally reinforced vehicle bumper assembly comprising a pair of bumper members secured together to form a composite bumper having a generally box-shaped cross section and a closed internal chamber, and a reinforcing element within said chamber extending between said members and secured to each of said members by joining means, the joining means securing said element to at least one of said members comprising a layer of adhesive material between said element and said one member, the joining means securing said element to the other of said members comprising weld means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
92 words
A structurally reinforced vehicle bumper assembly comprising a pair of bumper members secured together to form a composite bumper having a generally box-shaped cross section and a closed internal chamber, and a reinforcing element within said chamber extending between said members and secured to each of said members by joining means, the joining means securing said element to at least one of said members comprising a layer of adhesive material between said element and said one member, the joining means securing said element to the other of said members comprising weld means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
The bumper assembly of claim 1, wherein said reinforcing element extends substantially horizontally between said members in a direction parallel to the longitudinal vehicle axis.
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) | 1977-08-05 | 1978-02-04 | 1978-08-06 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-08-05 | 1982-02-04 | 1982-08-06 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-08-05 | 1986-02-04 | 1986-08-06 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |