Bumper beam with gussets to prevent underride

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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Main Authors Barcomb, Kevin, Day, Warren Alan, Massaro, Nick A
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 07.06.2011
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Summary: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.