18497755. VEHICLE FRAME ASSEMBLY simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
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VEHICLE FRAME ASSEMBLY
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Seung Min Jeong of Hwaseong-si (KR)
VEHICLE FRAME ASSEMBLY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18497755 titled 'VEHICLE FRAME ASSEMBLY
The vehicle frame assembly described in the patent application includes a battery cross member supporting a battery pack, a chassis frame connected to the battery cross member, a floor cross member above the battery cross member and chassis frame, and a body side sill defining an internal space for a stiffener.
- The battery cross member supports the battery pack in a widthwise direction of the vehicle.
- The chassis frame is connected to the side of the battery cross member.
- The floor cross member extends in the widthwise direction of the vehicle above the battery cross member and chassis frame.
- The body side sill extends in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and houses the stiffener.
- A connecting bracket connects the stiffener to the floor cross member, forming a load path for impacts from broadside collisions.
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicle safety and structural integrity improvements.
Problems Solved: - Enhanced vehicle safety in the event of broadside collisions. - Improved structural support for battery packs in electric vehicles.
Benefits: - Increased vehicle safety for occupants. - Strengthened structural integrity of electric vehicles.
Commercial Applications: - Automotive manufacturers looking to enhance vehicle safety features. - Companies specializing in electric vehicle technology and design.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this innovation improve vehicle safety in comparison to traditional frame assemblies? 2. What are the specific design advantages of integrating the battery cross member into the vehicle frame assembly?
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle frame assembly includes: a battery cross member extending in a widthwise direction of a vehicle and supporting a battery pack; a chassis frame provided outside the battery cross member and connected to a side of the battery cross member; a floor cross member extending in the widthwise direction of the vehicle above the battery cross member and the chassis frame; and a body side sill extending in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle and arranged outside the chassis frame and the floor cross member to define an internal space where a stiffener is secured therein. A connecting bracket is connected at one surface thereof to the stiffener and connected at the other surface to the floor cross member so that the body side sill and the floor cross member form a load path for an impact caused by a broadside collision.
