17749984. Vehicle Floor System simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
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Vehicle Floor System
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Seung Min Kang of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Gyu Gab Hong of Yongin-si (KR)
Vehicle Floor System - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17749984 titled 'Vehicle Floor System
Simplified Explanation
The embodiment vehicle floor system described in the patent application includes the following components:
- A floor with a pair of side longitudinal members on its side edges.
- Each side longitudinal member extends in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and contains a horizontal rib.
- A structural transverse member is placed on the floor, extending in the transverse direction of the vehicle.
- The horizontal ribs align with the structural transverse member in the transverse direction.
- A battery assembly is located beneath the floor.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Electric vehicles: The battery assembly under the floor can be used to power an electric vehicle, providing a more efficient and compact design.
- Improved vehicle stability: The structural transverse member and side longitudinal members enhance the overall stability and strength of the vehicle floor system.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Space optimization: Placing the battery assembly under the floor frees up space in the vehicle, allowing for more efficient use of interior space.
- Enhanced structural integrity: The combination of side longitudinal members and a structural transverse member improves the overall strength and stability of the vehicle floor system.
Benefits of this technology:
- Increased range and efficiency: The battery assembly enables electric vehicles to have a longer driving range and improved energy efficiency.
- Improved safety: The enhanced structural integrity of the vehicle floor system contributes to overall vehicle safety.
- Enhanced interior space: By optimizing the use of space, this technology allows for a more spacious and comfortable interior in vehicles.
Original Abstract Submitted
An embodiment vehicle floor system includes a floor, a pair of side longitudinal members disposed on side edges of the floor, respectively, wherein each side longitudinal member extends in a longitudinal direction of a vehicle and wherein each side longitudinal member includes a horizontal rib provided therein, a structural transverse member disposed on the floor and extending in a transverse direction of the vehicle, wherein the horizontal ribs are aligned with the structural transverse member in the transverse direction of the vehicle, and a battery assembly disposed under the floor.
