Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240208573). VEHICLE REAR STRUCTURE simplified abstract

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VEHICLE REAR STRUCTURE

Organization Name

toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

Taisuke Satoi of Okazaki-shi (JP)

Yuta Egawa of Okazaki-shi (JP)

VEHICLE REAR STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240208573 titled 'VEHICLE REAR STRUCTURE

The vehicle rear structure described in the patent application consists of a rear structural member connected to a rear end of a rocker and a rear pillar, extending rearward. Additionally, there is a connection member linking the rear pillar and the rear structural member. The rear structural member is an integrally cast hollow member with a body portion, tower portion, and suspension member portion.

  • The body portion of the rear structural member has a closed cross-section and is connected to the rear pillar and the rear member.
  • The suspension member portion features a space, a closed cross-section, is positioned below the main body portion, and has a front end connected to the rocker and the rear pillar.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicle rear structures - Manufacturing of vehicles with enhanced structural integrity

Problems Solved: - Improved rear structural design for vehicles - Enhanced stability and durability of the rear end of vehicles

Benefits: - Increased safety for passengers in vehicles - Enhanced overall performance of vehicles - Potential for lighter weight vehicles due to optimized design

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Vehicle Rear Structural Design for Enhanced Safety This technology can be utilized in the automotive industry to improve the safety and performance of vehicles, potentially appealing to car manufacturers looking to enhance their product offerings.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the integrally cast hollow rear structural member improve the overall performance of vehicles? - The integrally cast hollow design provides enhanced structural integrity and stability to the rear end of vehicles, contributing to improved safety and performance.

2. What are the specific benefits of the suspension member portion in the rear structural member? - The suspension member portion adds additional support and stability to the rear end of vehicles, enhancing overall performance and safety.


Original Abstract Submitted

the vehicle rear structure includes a rear structural member connected to a rear end of a rocker and a rear pillar and extending rearward, and a connection member connected to the rear pillar and the rear structural member, wherein the rear structural member is an integrally cast hollow member and is composed of a body portion, a tower portion, and a suspension member portion. the body portion has a closed cross-section and is connected to the rear pillar and the rear member. the suspension member portion has a space, the suspension portion has a closed cross-section, is arranged below the main body portion, and has a front end connected to the rocker and the rear pillar.