Hyundai motor company (20240124062). VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE simplified abstract

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VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE

Organization Name

hyundai motor company

Inventor(s)

Do Hoi Kim of Sejong-si (KR)

Sun Ho Song of Uiwang-si (KR)

Jae Young Lim of Seongnam-si (KR)

Sea Cheoul Song of Ansan-si (KR)

Kang Chul Lee of Seoul (KR)

Tae Ou Park of Seongnam-si (KR)

Jae Sup Byun of Seongnam-si (KR)

Jang Ho Kim of Seoul (KR)

VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240124062 titled 'VEHICLE BODY STRUCTURE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a vehicle body structure with a roof side assembly and an outer garnish for aesthetic purposes. Here are the key points of the innovation:

  • The roof side assembly connects the upper ends of the pillars of the vehicle body along the forward/backward direction, forming an a-pillar.
  • The roof side assembly includes a pipe with a closed cross-section shape, an upper reinforcement member, a lower reinforcement member, and an inner reinforcement member.
  • The outer garnish is coupled to the outside of the roof side assembly for visual appeal.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in the automotive industry for designing and manufacturing vehicle body structures with improved strength and aesthetics.

Problems Solved

1. Enhanced structural integrity of the vehicle body. 2. Improved visual appeal and design flexibility.

Benefits

1. Increased safety for vehicle occupants. 2. Enhanced exterior appearance of the vehicle. 3. Potential for lightweight construction.

Potential Commercial Applications

  • "Innovative Vehicle Body Structure Technology for Enhanced Safety and Design Appeal"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to vehicle body structures with reinforcement members for strength and stability, but specific examples are not provided in the patent application.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact the overall weight of the vehicle?

The patent application does not mention the potential impact on the weight of the vehicle. Further research or testing may be needed to determine if there are any weight implications.

Are there any specific manufacturing processes required for implementing this technology?

The patent application does not detail the manufacturing processes involved in creating this vehicle body structure. Additional information may be necessary to understand the production requirements.


Original Abstract Submitted

a vehicle body structure includes: a roof side assembly connecting upper ends of pillars of a vehicle body along the forward/backward direction of the vehicle body, the roof side assembly constituting an a-pillar of the vehicle body; and an outer garnish coupled to the outside of the roof side assembly, wherein the roof side assembly includes: a pipe having a closed cross-section shape and elongated in the forward/backward direction of the vehicle body so as to form a closed section; an upper reinforcement member coupled to the upper side of the pipe and elongated in the forward/backward direction of the vehicle body; a lower reinforcement member coupled to the lower side of the pipe and elongated in the forward/backward direction of the vehicle body; and an inner reinforcement member coupled to the vehicle body inner side of the pipe and elongated in the forward/backward direction of the vehicle body.