Bumper beam with gussets to prevent underride

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2011-06-07

2011-06-07

Dayoan, Glenn (Department: 3612)

Vehicle fenders

Buffer or bumper type

Bumper guard

C293S102000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07954866

ABSTRACT:
A bumper beam with gussets is disclosed. The gussets increase engagement with a barrier and prevent underride during a collision. The gussets can be attached to a front and top surface of the bumper beam. The gussets may be offset from the center of the bumper beam and overhang the edge of the beam.

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