Vehicle fenders – Buffer or bumper type
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-19
2011-10-25
Morrow, Jason S (Department: 3612)
Vehicle fenders
Buffer or bumper type
C293S120000, C296S187040
Reexamination Certificate
active
08042847
ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides for various embodiments of a tray energy absorber comprising a base, a first transverse wall that is arcuate and extends from the base, a second transverse wall spaced apart from the first transverse wall and which extends from the base. The tray energy absorber further comprises a plurality of ribs that extend from the base joining the first transverse wall to the second transverse wall. In one embodiment the density of the ribs varies along the transverse width of the tray energy absorber. In another embodiment at least one of the plurality of ribs is greater than 50% of the height of the first transverse wall or the second transverse wall where the rib joins the first and second transverse walls. The present invention also provides for a bumper system used in a vehicle that includes a tray energy absorber attached to a bumper beam. The bumper system optionally includes a fascia that substantially envelops the bumper beam and the tray energy absorber.
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Garg Ankit Kumar
Mahato Abhijit
Nemoto Takaaki
Cantor & Colburn LLP
Morrow Jason S
Sabic Innovative Plastics IP B.V.
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