Description:EXTENDED CAB FOR VEHICLE

FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0001] This invention generally relates to a field of cabin tooling investment optimization in vehicles, in particular relates to an extended length of cab for vehicle such as heavy-duty trucks.

BACKGROUND
[0002] The subject matter discussed in the background section should not be assumed to be prior art merely as a result of its mention in the background section. Similarly, a problem mentioned in the background section or associated with the subject matter of the background section should not be assumed to have been previously recognized in the prior art. The subject matter in the background section merely represents different approaches, which in and of themselves may also correspond to implementations of the claimed technology.
[0003] In heavy-duty vehicles, particularly those used in industries such as logistics, construction, and agriculture, the optimization of cabin tooling investment cost for extended length cab space has become a critical factor for enhancing productivity and user comfort. Traditional cabin designs in these vehicles often present limitations in terms of usable interior space. These constraints hinder the comfort of drivers who spend extended hours in these vehicles or restrict the accommodation of essential equipment, tools, or additional passengers.
[0004] Traditional cabin designs in heavy-duty vehicles are often constrained by structural and functional limitations. These cabins typically prioritize mechanical components, such as engine housing and drivetrain configurations, leaving limited space for drivers and passengers. Additionally, fixed layouts and minimal design flexibility result in cramped interiors, which can lead to discomfort during long hours of operation. Storage options within the traditional cabins are often inadequate, posing challenges to accommodate tools, equipment, or personal belongings. The lack of spatial optimization not only impacts driver comfort but also reduces the operational efficiency of the vehicle, especially in industries where multiple functionalities and prolonged usage are required.
[0005] According to a patent application “CN217260354U” titled “Cab of light commercial vehicle” discloses a body-in-white assembly, a rear view mirror assembly and an interior assembly. The body-in-white assembly is configured to be of a frame structure made of high-strength steel, and a left vehicle door and a right vehicle door are installed on the two sides of the body-in-white assembly. The rear view mirror assembly comprises an inner rear view mirror and an outer rear view mirror, and the inner rear view mirror is fixedly connected with the body-in-white assembly; the outside rear-view mirror is fixedly connected with the left vehicle door or the right vehicle door, and the outside rear-view mirror assembly is of an integrated structure; the interior assembly comprises an instrument panel and a main driving seat, the instrument panel and the main driving seat are both fixedly connected with the body-in-white assembly, at least part of the surface, close to the main driving seat, of the instrument panel is a curved surface, and the curvature centre of the curved surface is located on the side, close to the main driving seat, of the instrument panel. The defects of the requirements for high safety and high comfort performance of the light commercial vehicle in the prior art are overcome, and the benign development of the light commercial vehicle industry is promoted.
[0006] According to another patent application “CN209700796U” titled “Fender assembly” discloses a fender assembly which comprises a fender, a first support and a second support. The end face, facing the inner space of the vehicle, of the fender is provided with an extending part extending towards a supporting base arranged on the side wall outer plate. The second bracket is configured to be securable to a support seat adjacent to a side wall outer panel of the fender. The first bracket is configured to be fixedly engageable with the respective extensions and the second bracket. Due to the fact that the fender is provided with the extending part extending downwards and the first support and the second support which are used for supporting the fender do not need to extend towards the inner space of the vehicle, the fender assembly forms a hidden structure, the interior trim panel surrounding the fender does not need to be arranged to be of a twisted structure, and the vehicle has a good visual effect. In addition, the fender assembly of the structure is easy to assemble in an existing installation space.
[0007] However, the design of traditional cabins in such vehicles limits the usable cabin space, which is usually a constraint for drivers who require more comfort or for operators who need to accommodate additional equipment, tools, or passengers.
OBJECTIVES OF THE INVENTION
[0008] The objective of invention is to provide an extended length of a fender of a cab of a vehicle.
[0009] The objective of invention is to provide an extended cab for a vehicle that helps in expanding cabin space inside the vehicle.
[0010] The objective of invention is to provide the extended cab that helps in enhancing comfort of the vehicle driver.
[0011] Furthermore, the objective of present invention is to provide the extended cab that provides better ergonomics to the vehicle.
[0012] Furthermore, the objective of present invention is to provide the extended cab that provides better storage capacity, passenger accommodation and space for additional vehicle equipment and tools.
[0013] Furthermore, the objective of present invention is to provide expanded cabin space inside the vehicle within minimum cost and thereby providing affordable and feasible concept.
SUMMARY
[0014] According to an aspect, the present invention discloses an extended cab that comprises a fender assembly mounted at a first portion on each side of the cab. The fender assembly comprises a fender mount and an extended fender. The extended fender having a first section defines a curved structure and a second section monolithic to the first section and defines an extended structure. The extended cab further comprises an extended side wall panel mounted at a second portion on each side of the cab and defining another extended structure. The extended side wall panel is coupled to the fender assembly such that the extended side wall panel and the fender assembly are collectively configured to extend a length of the cab of the vehicle.
[0015] In some embodiments, the first portion corresponds to a wheel arch portion of the cab and the second portion corresponds to rear portion of the cab.
[0016] In some embodiments, the curved structure of the first section is configured to have a predefined curvature angle and the extended structure of the second section is configured to have a predefined length. The predefined length ranges between 190-210 mm. Further, the another extended structure of the extended side wall panel is configured to have a predefine length, wherein the predefined length ranges between 190-210 mm.
[0017] In some embodiments, the fender mount is configured to detachably couple the extended side wall panel with the extended fender via a plurality of supporting brackets and connections. Further, the fender mount comprises a first portion, a second portion and a third portion. The first portion corresponds to depressed portion of the fender mount, the second portion corresponds to a main body of the fender mount and the third portion corresponds to an extender attached to the second portion of the fender mount.
[0018] According to another aspect, a method for assembling an extended cab for a vehicle is disclosed. The method comprising mounting a fender assembly at a first portion on each side of the cab, the fender assembly comprising a fender mount and an extended fender having a first section defining a curved structure and a second section monolithic to the first section and defining an extended structure. Further, the method comprising mounting an extended side wall panel at a second portion on each side of the cab and defining another extended structure. The extended side wall panel is coupled to the fender assembly such that the extended side wall panel and the fender assembly are collectively configured to extend a length of the cab of the vehicle.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0019] The accompanying drawings illustrate various embodiments of systems, methods, and embodiments of various other aspects of the disclosure. Any person with ordinary skills in the art will appreciate that the illustrated element boundaries (e.g., boxes, groups of boxes, or other shapes) in the figures represent one example of the boundaries. It may be that in some examples one element may be designed as multiple elements or that multiple elements may be designed as one element. In some examples, an element shown as an internal component of one element may be implemented as an external component in another, and vice versa. Furthermore, elements may not be drawn to scale. Non-limiting and non-exhaustive descriptions are described with reference to the following drawings. The components in the figures are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon illustrating principles.
[0020] FIG. 1 illustrates a side view of an extended cab for a vehicle, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0021] FIG. 2 illustrate a side view of a fender assembly of the extended cab, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0022] FIGS. 3A and 3B illustrates comparison between a conventional cab and an extended side wall panel of the extended cab, according to an embodiment of the present invention; and
[0023] FIG. 4 illustrates a flowchart of a method for assembling the fender assembly on extended cab, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0024] Some embodiments of this disclosure, illustrating all its features, will now be discussed in detail. The words “comprising,” “having,” “containing,” and “including,” and other forms thereof, are intended to be equivalent in meaning and be open ended in that an item or items following any one of these words is not meant to be an exhaustive listing of such item or items or meant to be limited to only the listed item or items. It must also be noted that as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0025] Although any systems and methods similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of embodiments of the present disclosure, the preferred, systems and methods are now described. Embodiments of the present disclosure will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings in which like numerals represent like elements throughout the several figures, and in which example embodiments are shown. Embodiments of the claims may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. The examples set forth herein are non-limiting examples and are merely examples among other possible examples.
[0026] The present invention discloses about an extended cab for a vehicle. The embodiments may comprise a fender assembly and an extended side wall panel for the vehicle. Further, the embodiments may be configured to increase cabin space inside the vehicle.
[0027] FIG. 1 illustrates a side view of an extended cab (100) for a vehicle, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0028] In some embodiments, the extended cab (100) for a vehicle refers to enclosed cabin space or compartment within the vehicle where driver and, in some cases, passengers are seated. Further, the extended cab (100) serves as an on-board storage, providing space of communication devices, navigation systems and operational tools. In some embodiments, the extended cab (100) comprises a fender assembly (102) mounted at a first portion (104) on each side of the cab (100). In some embodiments, the first portion (104) corresponds to wheel arch portion of the cab (100).
[0029] The fender assembly (102) attached to wheel arch portion of the vehicle is designed to protect the vehicle and surrounding areas from debris, mud, water, and stones thrown up by the rotating wheels of the vehicle. Further, the fender assembly (102) provides aerodynamic benefits by streamlining airflow around the wheels that reducing drag and improving fuel efficiency.
[0030] The fender assembly (102) further comprises a fender mount (200) and an extended fender (106). In some embodiments, the fender mount (200) as shown in FIG. 2, is configured to detachably couple the extended fender (106) with the vehicle. In some embodiments, the extended fender (106) includes a first section (108) defining a curved structure and a second section (110) monolithic to the first section (108) and defining an extended structure (208) as shown in FIG. 2. In some embodiments, the extended structure (208) defined by the second section (110) has the predefined length ranging between 190-210 mm.
[0031] In some embodiments, the curved structure of the first section (108) is configured to have a predefined curvature angle that contours the wheels on each side of the vehicle. Further, in an example, the predefined curvature angle correlates with circumference of the wheels. The first section (108) and the second section (110) are conjoined seamlessly to form the extended fender (106).
[0032] Further, the extended cab (100) comprises an extended side wall panel (112). The extended side wall panel (112) is mounted on a second portion (114) i.e. rear portion of the extended cab (100), on each side of the extended cab (100). In an example, the extended side wall panel (112) is mounted on rear portion of anterior and posterior side of the extended cab (100).
[0033] In some embodiments, the extended side wall panel (112) is a structure that forms the cabin space and defines rear boundary of the cabin space. The extended side wall panel (112) provides structural support and rigidity to overall structure of the cabin space. Further, the extended side wall panel (112) may serve as mounting structure for storing the operational tools. The extended side wall panel (112) is pf length 1228 millimetres.
[0034] In some embodiments, the extended side wall panel (112) defines another extended structure (306) as shown in FIG. 3B. The another extended structure (306) has the predefined length ranging between 190-210 mm. In some embodiments, the extended side wall panel (112) is coupled to the fender assembly (102) such that the extended side wall panel (112) and the fender assembly (102) are collectively configured to extend a length of the extended cab (100) of the vehicle. The extended length of the extended cab (100) forms the cabin space.
[0035] In an example, the cabin space in a heavy-duty vehicle corresponds to typical dimensions of length, width and height in the range of 2000-2300 mm, 2000-2300 mm and 1270-1800 mm, respectively. According to the typical dimensions, the cabin volume corresponds to the range of 12 – 16 cubic meters. In an example, due to the extended fender (106) and the extended side wall panel (112), the cabin space may correspond to the extended cab (100) having dimensions of length in the range of 2200-2500 mm, due to which the overall volume of the extended cab (100) increases. Accordingly, the cabin space of the extended cab (100) increases.
[0036] FIG. 2 illustrates a side view of the fender assembly (102) of the extended cab (100), according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3B illustrates an extended side wall panel (112) of the extended cab (100), according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0037] In some embodiments, the extended fender (106) features a modular two-part assembly comprises the first section (108) and the second section (110). The first section (108) is curved according to the predefined curvature angle that depends on specifications of wheels of the vehicle. Further, the second section (110), monolithic to the first section (108) has the extended structure (208). The extended structure (208) corresponds to the predefined length ranging between 190-210 mm.
[0038] Further, the extended fender (106) is coupled to the extended side wall panel (112) by means of the fender mount (200). In some embodiments, the fender mount (200) further comprises a first portion (202), a second portion (204) and a third portion (206). The first portion (202) corresponds to depressed portion of the fender mount (200), the second portion (204) corresponds to main body of the fender mount (200) and the third portion (206) corresponds to extender (210) attached to the second portion (204) of the fender mount (200). The extender (210) has a length of 200 millimetres. The second portion (204) has a length of 1112 millimetres.
[0039] In an example, the depressed portion of the fender mount (200) provides a recessed surface that fits under the extended side wall panel (112) when the fender mount (200) is installed with the side wall panel (112). Further, when the depressed portion of the fender mount (200) is fitted under the extended side wall panel (112), the fender mount (200) gets coupled to the extended side wall panel (112). The fender mount (200) has a length of 1312 millimetres.
[0040] Further, the main body of the fender mount (200) maintains structural integrity of the fender assembly (102). The design of the fender mount (200) corresponding to the depressed portion and the main body mimics the contour of the vehicle formed by the extended side wall panel (112). Further, the depressed portion of the fender mount (200) is coupled to the curved structure of the extended fender (106) that is mounted partly under door of the cabin space of the vehicle. Further, the main body and the extender (210) are coupled to the extended structure (208) of the extended fender (106) that is mounted under the extended side wall panel (112). Further, the extended structure (208) of the extended fender (106) and the extender (210) of the fender mount (200) coincide with each other and correspond to same length as shown in FIG. 2.
[0041] Further, the fender mount (200) is configured to detachably couple the extended side wall panel (112) with the extended fender (106) via a plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212). The plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212) corresponds to a plurality of mounting doghouse. The plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212) ensures a secure attachment while allowing for convenient disassembly of the extended side wall panel (112) and the extended fender (106). In an example, the plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212) are strategically positioned along the fender mount (200) to evenly distribute the load and reduce stress on any single point. Further, the plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212) are detachably coupled to the extended side wall panel (112) and the extended fender (106) by means of plurality of connections including bolts, clamps or fasteners.
[0042] In some embodiments, each of the fender mount (200) and the extended fender (106) are made of lightweight and durable materials such as reinforced plastic, composite materials, or aluminium. In an example, the extended fender (106) balances strength with reduced weight.
[0043] Further, in some embodiments, the extended structure (208) of the extended fender (106) (i.e. fender assembly) is configured to have the predefined length ranging between 190-210 mm. Further, the another extended structure (306) of the extended side wall panel (112) is configured to have the predefine length ranging between 190-210 mm. The extended structure (208) and the extended side wall panel (112) are extended complementary to each other. Hence, the extended side wall panel (112) is coupled to the fender assembly (102) such that the extended side wall panel (112) and the fender assembly (102) are collectively configured to extend the length of the extended cab (100) of the vehicle.
[0044] In FIG. 3A, a conventional cab (300) of the vehicle is shown, whereas, in FIG. 3B, the extended cab is shown. In some embodiments, as the length of the extended fender (106) and fender mount (200) is increased by the predefined length in the range of 190-210 mm, accordingly the length of the extended side wall panel (112) is also increased. Hence, due to increase in length of the fender assembly (102), due to increase in length of the extended fender (106) and fender mount (200), the length of the extended cab (100) also increases as shown in FIG. 3A and FIG. 3B.
[0045] In an example, the length of a conventional side wall panel (302) is L1 shown as arrow (304), whereas the length of the extended side wall panel (112) is L2 shown as (308). The L2 (308) corresponds to a length of 666 millimetres. In an example L2 is more than L1. Further, in an example, difference between L2 and L1 may be 200 nm shown as the another extended structure (306). In an example, volume of cabin space of the conventional cab (300) formed by the conventional side wall panel (302) is less than the volume of cabin space of the extended cab (100) formed by the extended side wall panel (112).
[0046] FIG. 4 illustrates a flowchart (400) of a method for assembling the fender assembly on extended cab (100), according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0047] At step (402), the fender assembly (102) is mounted at the first portion (104) on each side of the extended cab (100). The fender assembly (102) comprises the fender mount (200) and the extended fender (106). The extended fender (106) include the first section (108) defining the curved structure and the second section (110) which is monolithic to the first section (108) define the extended structure (208) as shown in FIG.2.
[0048] In some embodiments, the first portion (104) corresponds to the wheel arch portion of the extended cab (100). The fender assembly (102) is mounted at the wheel arch portion of the extended cab (100). Further, the curved structure of the first section (108) is configured to have the predefined curvature angle. Further, the extended structure (208) of the second section (110) is configured to have the predefined length, ranging between 190-210 mm.
[0049] Further, the fender mount (200) comprises the first portion (202), the second portion (204) and the third portion (206) corresponding to the depressed portion, the main body and the extender (210) of the fender mount (200). Further, the fender mount (200) is configured to detachably couple the extended side wall panel (112) with the extended fender (106) via the plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212). In an example, the plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212) are strategically positioned along the fender mount (200) to evenly distribute the load and reduce stress on any single point. Further, the plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212) are detachably coupled to the extended side wall panel (112) and the extended fender (106) by means of plurality of connections including bolts, clamps or fasteners.
[0050] At step (404), the extended side wall panel (112) is mounted at the second portion (114) on each side of the extended cab (100) and defines the another extended structure (306). Further, the extended side wall panel (112) is coupled to the fender assembly (102) such that the extended side wall panel (112) and the fender assembly (102) are collectively configured to extend the length of the extended cab (100) of the vehicle.
[0051] In some embodiments, the second portion (114) corresponds to rear portion of the extended cab (100). The extended side wall panel (112) is mounted on the rear portion of the extended cab (100). Further, the another extended structure (306) of the extended side wall panel (112) is configured to have the predefine length ranging between 190-210 mm.
[0052] The embodiments may be configured to increase cabin space of the vehicle. The embodiments may be configured to provide more strength to the vehicle. The embodiments may be configured to provide aesthetic look to the vehicle.
[0053] It has thus been seen that the extended cab (100) for vehicle, as described, in any case could undergo numerous modifications and variants, all of which are covered by the same innovative concept; moreover, all of the details can be replaced by technically equivalent elements. In practice, the components used, as well as the numbers, shapes, and sizes of the components can be whatever according to the technical requirements. The scope of protection of the invention is therefore defined by the attached claims.

Dated this 20th Day of February, 2025 Ishita Rustagi (IN-PA/4097)
Agent for Applicant
, Claims:CLAIMS
We Claim:
1. An extended cab (100) for a vehicle, wherein the extended cab (100) comprising:
a fender assembly (102) mounted at a first portion (104) on each side of the extended cab (100), wherein the fender assembly (102) comprising:
a fender mount (200), and
an extended fender (106) having:
a first section (108) defining a curved structure, and
a second section (110) monolithic to the first section (108) and defining an extended structure (208); and
an extended side wall panel (112) mounted at a second portion (114) on each side of the extended cab (100) and defining another extended structure (306),
wherein the extended side wall panel (112) is coupled to the fender assembly (102) such that the extended side wall panel (112) and the fender assembly (102) are collectively configured to extend a length of the cab (100) of the vehicle.

2. The extended cab (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first portion (104) corresponds to a wheel arch portion of the extended cab (100).

3. The extended cab (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second portion (114) corresponds to rear portion of the extended cab (100).

4. The extended cab (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the curved structure of the first section (108) is configured to have a predefined curvature angle, wherein the extended structure (208) of the second section (110) is configured to have a predefined length, wherein the predefined length ranges between 190-210 mm.

5. The extended cab (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the another extended structure (306) of the extended side wall panel (112) is configured to have a predefine length, wherein the predefined length ranges between 190-210 mm.

6. The extended cab (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the fender mount (200) is configured to detachably couple the extended side wall panel (112) with the extended fender (106) via a plurality of supporting brackets and connections (212).

7. The extended cab (100) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the fender mount (200) further comprises a first portion (202), a second portion (204) and a third portion (206).

8. The extended cab (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the first portion (202) corresponds to depressed portion of the fender mount (200), the second portion (204) corresponds to a main body of the fender mount (200) and the third portion (206) corresponds to an extender (210) attached to the second portion (204) of the fender mount (200).

9. A method (400) for assembling a fender assembly on an extended cab (100) for a vehicle, the method (400) comprising:
mounting a fender assembly (102) at a first portion (104) on each side of the extended cab (100), wherein the fender assembly (102) comprising:
a fender mount (200), and
an extended fender (106) having:
a first section (108) defining a curved structure, and
a second section (110) monolithic to the first section (108) and defining an extended structure (208); and
mounting an extended side wall panel (112) at a second portion (114) on each side of the extended cab (100) and defining another extended structure (306),
wherein the extended side wall panel (112) is coupled to the fender assembly (102) such that the extended side wall panel (112) and the fender assembly (102) are collectively configured to extend a length of the cab (100) of the vehicle.

10. The method in claim 9, wherein the first portion (104) corresponds to a wheel arch portion of the cab (100), wherein the second portion (114) corresponds to rear portion of the cab (100).

Dated this 20th Day of February, 2025
Ishita Rustagi (IN-PA/4097)
Agent for Applicant