18218226. VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jong Woo Shim of Suwon-si (KR)
Jae Sup Byun of Seongnam-si (KR)
VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18218226 titled 'VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a vehicle body structure with a roof side assembly that connects upper end portions of pillars in the vehicle body, forming an A-pillar itself. The assembly includes a pipe with a closed cross-section and a molding member injection-molded with the pipe inserted into it.
- Roof side assembly connects upper end portions of pillars in the vehicle body.
- Assembly forms an A-pillar itself.
- Mounting bracket fixes the assembly to the lower vehicle body.
- External garnish is coupled to the outside of the assembly.
- Pipe in the assembly extends in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body with a closed cross-section.
- Molding member is injection-molded with the pipe inserted into it.
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in the automotive industry for the manufacturing of vehicle body structures with improved strength and aesthetics.
Problems Solved
1. Improved structural integrity of the vehicle body. 2. Enhanced design options for vehicle exteriors.
Benefits
1. Increased safety for vehicle occupants. 2. Enhanced visual appeal of the vehicle. 3. Potential for cost savings in manufacturing processes.
Potential Commercial Applications
Enhanced Vehicle Body Structure Technology for Improved Safety and Design
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to vehicle body structures with integrated A-pillars and molding members, but specific examples are not provided in the patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does the integration of the pipe and molding member improve the overall performance of the vehicle body structure?
The patent application does not provide detailed information on the specific benefits of integrating the pipe and molding member in the roof side assembly.
Are there any specific design considerations or limitations associated with this technology?
The patent application does not address any potential design constraints or limitations that may arise from implementing this technology in vehicle body structures.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle body structure includes a roof side assembly connecting upper end portions of pillars of a vehicle body in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle body, the roof side assembly forming an A-pillar itself, a mounting bracket fixing the roof side assembly to a lower vehicle body, and an external garnish coupled to an outside of the roof side assembly, wherein the roof side assembly includes a pipe extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body, the pipe including a closed cross-section, and a molding member injection-molded with the pipe inserted thereinto.
