Resilient and deformable member for absorbing kinetic energy

Details Resilient and deformable member for absorbing kinetic energy Resilient and deformable member for absorbing kinetic energy

2006-07-04

2006-07-04

Siconolfi, Robert A. (Department: 3683)

Brakes

Plastic deformation or breakage of retarder element

C296S187120

Reexamination Certificate

active

07070030

ABSTRACT:
The present invention generally relates to devices and methods for absorbing kinetic energy. In particular, the present device is well suited for use in an automobile door, where it can be positioned for the purpose of absorbing the energy of a side-impact collision. In one embodiment, the device includes a first mass, a shell, and a plate, with the shell being disposed between the mass and plate. Both the first mass and shell are preferably constructed from deformable materials, allowing them to absorb energy during an impact. By absorbing the energy through deformation, the present device reduces the amount of energy that is transmitted through the door and thus reduces the amount of energy that may be transmitted to the occupants of the vehicle.

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