18099562. SIDE SILL REINFORCEMENT MEMBER FOR VEHICLE AND SIDE SILL ASSEMBLY INCLUDING THE SAME simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)

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SIDE SILL REINFORCEMENT MEMBER FOR VEHICLE AND SIDE SILL ASSEMBLY INCLUDING THE SAME

Organization Name

KIA CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Chang Un Jeon of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Seung Tae Song of Suwon-si (KR)

SIDE SILL REINFORCEMENT MEMBER FOR VEHICLE AND SIDE SILL ASSEMBLY INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18099562 titled 'SIDE SILL REINFORCEMENT MEMBER FOR VEHICLE AND SIDE SILL ASSEMBLY INCLUDING THE SAME

Simplified Explanation

The side sill reinforcement member for a vehicle described in the abstract consists of an external member with external panels forming an internal space, and an internal reinforcement member with internal panels fixed to the internal surface of the external panels.

  • The external member of the side sill reinforcement member includes multiple external panels that are connected to each other to create an internal space.
  • The internal reinforcement member is mounted within the internal space of the external member and consists of internal panels that are fixed to the internal surface of the external panels.

Potential Applications

The technology described in this patent application could be used in the automotive industry for reinforcing the side sills of vehicles, providing increased structural integrity and protection in the event of a collision.

Problems Solved

This technology helps to strengthen the side sills of vehicles, which are vulnerable areas in the event of a crash. By reinforcing these areas, the risk of damage and injury in accidents can be reduced.

Benefits

- Improved safety for vehicle occupants - Enhanced structural integrity of vehicles - Potential for reduced repair costs in the event of a collision

Potential Commercial Applications

"Reinforcement Member for Vehicle Side Sills: Commercial Applications"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to side sill reinforcement members in the automotive industry, but specific examples are not provided in this patent application.

Unanswered Questions

=== How does the design of this side sill reinforcement member compare to existing technologies in terms of weight and cost? The article does not provide information on the weight or cost implications of implementing this technology compared to existing solutions.

=== Are there any specific vehicle models or manufacturers that have expressed interest in adopting this technology? The patent application does not mention any partnerships or collaborations with vehicle manufacturers for the implementation of this side sill reinforcement member.


Original Abstract Submitted

A side sill reinforcement member for a vehicle, includes an external member including a plurality of external panels extending in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle and forming an internal space by coupling the external panels to each other and an internal reinforcement member mounted in the internal space of the external member and including a plurality of internal panels extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, the internal panels being each fixed on a first side thereof to an internal surface of the external panel and fixed on a second side thereof in contact with each other in the internal space.