Honda motor co., ltd. (20240109594). VEHICLE BODY LOWER PART STRUCTURE simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE BODY LOWER PART STRUCTURE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE BODY LOWER PART STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 How does this technology impact the overall weight distribution of the vehicle?
- 1.11 What materials are used in the construction of the side frame, lower cross member, and connection portion?
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE BODY LOWER PART STRUCTURE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Masaaki Tatsuwaki of Wako-shi (JP)
Satoru Kawabe of Wako-shi (JP)
Satoshi Yaita of Wako-shi (JP)
VEHICLE BODY LOWER PART STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240109594 titled 'VEHICLE BODY LOWER PART STRUCTURE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a vehicle body lower part structure that includes a side frame connecting a battery pack below the floor panel to a side sill at a further outer position in the vehicle width direction. It also includes a lower cross member within the battery pack, arranged between batteries and extending in the vehicle width direction, as well as a connection portion within the battery pack connecting the lower cross member to the floor panel, positioned at a further outer position in the vehicle width direction than the batteries.
- Side frame connects battery pack to side sill
- Lower cross member within battery pack extends in vehicle width direction
- Connection portion connects lower cross member to floor panel at outer position in vehicle width direction
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other types of vehicles that utilize battery packs as part of their power source.
Problems Solved
1. Improved structural integrity and stability of the vehicle body lower part. 2. Efficient use of space within the vehicle for battery pack placement.
Benefits
1. Enhanced safety and durability of the vehicle structure. 2. Optimal utilization of space for battery pack installation. 3. Potential for increased energy efficiency and performance of the vehicle.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Vehicle Body Lower Part Structure for Enhanced Battery Pack Integration"
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to vehicle body structures with integrated battery packs, but specific examples are not provided in the patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall weight distribution of the vehicle?
The patent application does not address how the placement of the battery pack and associated components affects the weight distribution of the vehicle.
What materials are used in the construction of the side frame, lower cross member, and connection portion?
The patent application does not specify the materials used in the construction of these components.
Original Abstract Submitted
a vehicle body lower part structure includes: a side frame that connects a battery pack which is arranged below a floor panel of a vehicle to a side sill which is provided at a further outer position in a vehicle width direction than the battery pack; a lower cross member that is provided within the battery pack, is arranged between batteries, and extends in the vehicle width direction; and a connection portion that is provided within the battery pack and connects the lower cross member to the floor panel. the connection portion is provided at a further outer position in the vehicle width direction than the batteries.
