18218226. VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
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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 the 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 around the pipe.
- The roof side assembly connects the upper end portions of pillars in the vehicle body.
- The assembly includes a pipe with a closed cross-section and a molding member injection-molded around the pipe.
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 rigidity.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of ensuring structural integrity and stability in vehicle body structures, particularly in the area where the roof side assembly connects the pillars.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include enhanced safety for vehicle occupants, increased overall vehicle strength, and potentially improved aerodynamics.
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology could be commercially applied by automotive manufacturers looking to enhance the structural integrity and safety features of their vehicles.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of traditional welding or fastening methods to connect roof side assemblies to pillars in vehicle body structures.
Unanswered Questions
How does the closed cross-section of the pipe contribute to the overall strength of the roof side assembly?
The closed cross-section of the pipe provides increased rigidity and structural support to the roof side assembly, enhancing the overall strength of the vehicle body structure.
What materials are typically used for the molding member in injection-molded processes in automotive manufacturing?
The molding member is typically made of materials such as plastic or composite materials that are durable and lightweight, suitable for automotive applications.
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.
