Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240186688). VEHICLE UPPER STRUCTURE simplified abstract
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VEHICLE UPPER STRUCTURE
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Hiroki Hyodo of Toyota-shi (JP)
Masaya Miura of Toyota-shi (JP)
Koichiro Ueno of Nagoya-shi (JP)
Shintaro Kitakata of Nissin-shi (JP)
VEHICLE UPPER STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240186688 titled 'VEHICLE UPPER STRUCTURE
Simplified Explanation
The vehicle upper structure described in the abstract includes a roof panel with a communication opening, a roof reinforcement near the front end of the opening, a rear header near the rear end of the opening, and an antenna plate connected to the roof reinforcement and rear header.
- Roof panel with communication opening
- Roof reinforcement near front end of opening
- Rear header near rear end of opening
- Antenna plate supporting communication device
- Rear header forming closed space between itself and roof panel
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in the automotive industry for vehicles equipped with communication devices that require a secure and stable mounting structure on the roof.
Problems Solved
1. Providing a stable and secure mounting structure for communication devices on the roof of a vehicle. 2. Ensuring proper reinforcement and support for the antenna plate and communication device.
Benefits
1. Enhanced communication capabilities for vehicles. 2. Improved structural integrity of the vehicle's upper structure. 3. Streamlined installation process for communication devices.
Potential Commercial Applications
Enhanced Vehicle Communication Mounting Structure: Improving Communication Capabilities
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include existing vehicle roof structures with communication device mounting systems, but specific details would need to be researched to determine any similarities or differences.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact vehicle aerodynamics?
The article does not address how the addition of the communication device mounting structure may affect the aerodynamics of the vehicle. This could be a crucial factor in the overall performance and efficiency of the vehicle.
What materials are used in the construction of the roof reinforcement and rear header?
The materials used in the construction of these components could impact the overall strength, weight, and durability of the vehicle upper structure.
Original Abstract Submitted
a vehicle upper structure disclosed in the present specification comprises a roof panel having a communication opening formed therein; a roof reinforcement disposed near a front end of the communication opening and joined to the roof panel; a rear header disposed near a rear end of the communication opening and joined to the roof panel; and an antenna plate that supports a communication device and is connected to the roof reinforcement and the rear header, wherein the rear header is joined to the roof panel at a front end and a rear end thereof, and forms a first closed space elongated in a vehicle width direction between the rear header and the roof panel.
