Vehicle structure

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1991-06-14

1992-12-29

Song, Robert R.

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Bodies

Structural detail

296901, B62D 2904

Patent

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051746271

ABSTRACT:
A plastic monocoque body assembly comprised of three pieces bonded toegther is provided for a lawn and garden-type vehicle. The body assembly incorporates hollow compartments to provide the frame-like strength necessary to withstand concentrated torsional and bending loads. Compartments are provided in the sides, center and front portions of the assembly with each compartment including walls comprised of at lest two of the three pieces which form the assembly.

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