Interface joint for motor vehicle

Details Interface joint for motor vehicle Interface joint for motor vehicle

2011-03-08

2011-03-08

Pape, Joseph D (Department: 3612)

Vehicle fenders

Buffer or bumper type

Joints and connections

C293S132000, C296S187090, C296S029000, C280S784000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07900984

ABSTRACT:
An interface joint for a motor vehicle is provided that serves as a node to connect a longitudinal motor compartment frame rail, an energy absorbing device, referred to as a crush box, and an engine cradle. The interface joint is a unitary component having a plate portion, first and second flange portions, and an engine cradle attachment portion. The first flange portion extends longitudinally from the plate portion and is adapted for engagement with the crush box. The second flange portion extends longitudinally from the plate portion opposite the first flange portion and is adapted for engagement with the frame rail. The engine cradle attachment portion extends between the flange portions and is adapted for attachment to the engine cradle.

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