18337221. Side Reinforcing Structure of Vehicle Body simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)

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Side Reinforcing Structure of Vehicle Body

Organization Name

KIA CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Won Ki Song of Seongnam-si (KR)

Jung Jong Chun of Seoul (KR)

Yeongjae Kim of Seoul (KR)

Heedae Oh of Suwon-si (KR)

Joon Tak Park of Gunpo-si (KR)

Seokju Gim of Seongnam-si (KR)

Side Reinforcing Structure of Vehicle Body - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18337221 titled 'Side Reinforcing Structure of Vehicle Body

Simplified Explanation

The embodiment side reinforcing structure described in the patent application connects the front pillar and rear pillar of a vehicle body through a glass run lower inner reinforcement, allowing for vertical movement of the glass mounted on the side of the vehicle body.

  • Front pillar, rear pillar, and glass run lower inner reinforcement are connected in a vehicle body.
  • Glass mounted on the side of the vehicle body can be moved vertically by a regulator connected to the glass run lower inner reinforcement.

Potential Applications

The technology described in the patent application could be applied in the automotive industry for improving the structural integrity and functionality of vehicle windows.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of ensuring the stability and proper functioning of vehicle windows by providing a reinforced structure that allows for vertical movement.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include enhanced safety, improved durability of vehicle windows, and increased convenience for users through the ability to adjust the position of the glass.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Reinforced Glass Run Lower Inner Reinforcement for Vehicle Windows: Enhancing Safety and Functionality"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to vehicle window regulators and reinforcing structures for vehicle bodies, but specific examples are not provided in the patent application.

Unanswered Questions

== How does the regulator mechanism work to move the glass vertically? The patent application does not provide detailed information on the specific operation of the regulator mechanism in moving the glass vertically. Further clarification on the functioning of this component would be beneficial.

== Are there any specific materials or manufacturing processes mentioned for the glass run lower inner reinforcement? The patent application does not mention any specific materials or manufacturing processes for the glass run lower inner reinforcement. Understanding the materials and processes involved in creating this component could provide insights into its durability and performance.


Original Abstract Submitted

An embodiment side reinforcing structure includes a front pillar, a rear pillar, and a glass run lower inner reinforcement connecting the front pillar and the rear pillar. An embodiment vehicle includes a vehicle body including a front pillar and a rear pillar, a glass run lower inner reinforcement extending along a length direction of the vehicle body and connecting the front pillar and the rear pillar, a glass mounted on a side of the vehicle body between the front pillar and the rear pillar and above the glass run lower inner reinforcement, and a regulator extending in a vehicle height direction and comprising an upper mounting portion and a lower mounting portion, wherein the regulator is connected to the glass run lower inner reinforcement through the upper mounting portion, and wherein the regulator is configured to move the glass vertically.