DESC:FIELD
The present disclosure relates to reinforcement structures in vehicles. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to reinforcements provided between the rail inner panel and dashboard in vehicles.
BACKGROUND
The background information herein below relates to the present disclosure but is not necessarily prior art.
When a vehicle is subjected to a frontal collision, the main structure of the front part of the vehicle body is subjected to maximum impact. Typically, the front structures of most vehicles are not able to effectively absorb and disperse the collision energy, thereby causing problems such as the intrusion of the dashboard and the excessive deformation of the floor and the middle passage. As a result, the passengers bear the brunt of the collision whereas the entire vehicle is also affected.
Hence it is necessary that the front part of the vehicle body, especially the connector bracket provided between the front side rail inner panel and the dashboard, is capable of fully absorbing the collision energy by deforming, and effectively disperse and transmit the collision force such that the passenger compartment is protected. Additionally, it is necessary that the connector bracket provides adequate bending and torsional stiffness, and good noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) performance to the front part of the vehicle body.
Therefore, there is felt a need for a connector bracket for the front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle, that fulfils the above requirements.

OBJECTS
Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies, are as follows:
An object of the present disclosure is to provide a connector bracket for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle.
Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a connector bracket for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle, which ensures strong connection between the front side rail inner panel and the dashboard.
Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide a connector bracket for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle, which can ensure minimal failure during any frontal crash.
Still another object of the present disclosure is to provide a connector bracket for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle, that is capable of absorbing the collision energy.
Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a connector bracket for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle, that can effectively disperse and transmit the collision force to protect the passenger compartment of the vehicle.
Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide a connector bracket for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle, which provides adequate bending and torsional stiffness to the front part of the vehicle body.
Other objects and advantages of the present disclosure will be more apparent from the following description, which is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure.
SUMMARY
The present disclosure envisages a connector bracket for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle. The connector bracket is defined by two sections extending from a central edge, and two free ends. The first free end is configured to be connected to the front side rail inner panel, whereas the second free end is configured to be connected to the dashboard.
In an embodiment, the connector bracket is deformable at the central edge.
In another embodiment, the first section meets the second section at 90° angle.
In yet another embodiment, the first section meets the second section at an angle less than 90° angle.
In still another embodiment, the first section meets the second section at an angle more than 90° angle.
In another embodiment, the second section includes an arm extending therefrom at an inclination, wherein the arm is configured to define the second free end thereon.
In another embodiment, the bracket is manufactured from a material selected from a group consisting of aluminium, steel, composite material and a combination of metal and plastic.
In one embodiment, the free ends of the bracket are welded to the front side rail inner panel and the dashboard.
In another embodiment, the free ends of the bracket are spot-welded to the front side rail inner panel and the dashboard.
In still another embodiment, the free ends of the bracket are fastened to the front side rail inner panel and the dashboard.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
A connector bracket, of the present disclosure, for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle will now be described with the help of the accompanying drawing, in which:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of a connector bracket connected to the front side rail inner panel and the dashboard, of the present disclosure; and
Figure 2 illustrates an isometric view of the bracket of Figure 1.
LIST OF REFERENCE NUMERALS
10 bracket
11 central edge
12 first section
13 first free end
15 second section
16 second free end
18 arm
20 front side rail inner panel
30 dashboard
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Embodiments, of the present disclosure, will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawing.
Embodiments are provided so as to thoroughly and fully convey the scope of the present disclosure to the person skilled in the art. Numerous details are set forth, relating to specific components, and methods, to provide a complete understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to the person skilled in the art that the details provided in the embodiments should not be construed to limit the scope of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, well-known processes, well-known apparatus structures, and well-known techniques are not described in detail.
The terminology used, in the present disclosure, is only for the purpose of explaining a particular embodiment and such terminology shall not be considered to limit the scope of the present disclosure. As used in the present disclosure, the forms “a”, “an” and “the” may be intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly suggests otherwise. The terms “comprises”, “comprising”, “including” and “having” are open-ended transitional phrases and therefore specify the presence of stated features, operations, elements, modules, units and/or components, but do not forbid the presence or addition of one or more other features, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
When an element is referred to as being “attached to”, “connected to” or “coupled to” another element, it may be directly on, engaged, connected or coupled to the other element.
Terms such as ‘between’ and the like, may be used in the present disclosure to describe relationships between different elements as depicted from the figures.
A connector bracket (10), of the present disclosure, for front side rail inner panel (20) and dashboard (30) of a vehicle will now be described in detail with respect to Figure 1 and Figure 2.
The connector bracket (10) of the present disclosure aims at preventing the opening of the front side rail inner panel (20) and dashboard (30), which are conventionally attached to each other directly, during a frontal crash, thereby preventing the failure of the front part of the vehicle. Preventing the failure of the front part of the vehicle further checks the intrusion of the dashboard (30) into the passenger compartment, thus decreasing occupant injury.
The connector bracket (10), as shown in Figure 2, is defined by two sections (12, 15) extending from a central edge (11), and two free ends (13, 16). The first free end (13) is configured to be connected to the front side rail inner panel (20), whereas the second free end (16) is configured to be connected to the dashboard (30).
In an embodiment, the connector bracket (10) is deformable at the central edge (11).
In another embodiment, the first section (12) is configured to meet the second section (15) at 90° angle.
In yet another embodiment, the first section (12) is configured to meet the second section (15) at an angle less than 90° angle.
In still another embodiment, the first section (12) is configured to meet the second section (15) at an angle more than 90° angle.
In one embodiment, the second section (15) includes an arm (18) extending therefrom at an inclined angle from the axis of the second section (15). The arm (18) is configured to define the second free end (16) thereon.
In another embodiment, the bracket (10) is manufactured from a material selected from a group consisting of aluminium, steel, composite material and a combination of metal and plastic.
In one embodiment, the free ends (13, 16) of the bracket (10) are thereafter welded to the front side rail inner panel (20) and the dashboard (30). In a preferred embodiment, the free ends (13, 16) of the bracket (10) are spot welded to the front side rail inner panel (20) and the dashboard (30). Welding the bracket (10) ensures the bracket (10) is firmly attached to the panels, and failure of the front part of the vehicle body due to opening of the front side rail inner panel (20) and the dashboard (30) is prevented.
In another embodiment, the free ends (13, 16) of the bracket (10) are fastened to the front side rail inner panel (20) and the dashboard (30).
The bracket (10) further absorbs the frontal collision energy, and prevents intrusion of the dashboard (30) towards the passenger compartment of the vehicle.
The foregoing description of the embodiments has been provided for purposes of illustration and not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. Individual components of a particular embodiment are generally not limited to that particular embodiment, but, are interchangeable. Such variations are not to be regarded as a departure from the present disclosure, and all such modifications are considered to be within the scope of the present disclosure.
TECHNICAL ADVANCEMENTS
The present disclosure described herein above has several technical advantages including, but not limited to, the realization of a connector bracket for front side rail inner panel and dashboard of a vehicle, that:
• ensures strong connection between the front side rail inner panel and the dashboard;
• ensures minimal failure during any frontal crash;
• is capable of absorbing the collision energy;
• can effectively disperse and transmit the collision force to protect the passenger compartment of the vehicle; and
• provides adequate bending and torsional stiffness to the front part of the vehicle body.
The embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the following description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are intended merely to facilitate an understanding of ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and to further enable those of skill in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.
The foregoing description of the specific embodiments so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the embodiments as described herein.
The use of the expression “at least” or “at least one” suggests the use of one or more elements or ingredients or quantities, as the use may be in the embodiment of the disclosure to achieve one or more of the desired objects or results.
Any discussion of devices, articles or the like that has been included in this specification is solely for the purpose of providing a context for the disclosure. It is not to be taken as an admission that any or all of these matters form a part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the disclosure as it existed anywhere before the priority date of this application.
While considerable emphasis has been placed herein on the components and component parts of the preferred embodiments, it will be appreciated that many embodiments can be made and that many changes can be made in the preferred embodiments without departing from the principles of the disclosure. These and other changes in the preferred embodiment as well as other embodiments of the disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the disclosure herein, whereby it is to be distinctly understood that the foregoing descriptive matter is to be interpreted merely as illustrative of the disclosure and not as a limitation.
,CLAIMS:WE CLAIM:
1. A connector bracket (10) for a frontside rail inner panel (20) and a dashboard (30) of a vehicle, said connector bracket (10) defined by two sections (12, 15) extending from a central edge (11), and two free ends (13, 16) , wherein the first free end (13) is configured to be connected to the front side rail inner panel (20) and the second free end (16) is configured to be connected to the dashboard (30) of the vehicle
2. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said connector bracket (10) is deformable at the central edge (11).
3. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first section (12) meets said second section (15) at 90° angle.
4. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first section (12) meets said second section (15) at an angle less than 90° angle.
5. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first section (12) meets said second section (15) at an angle more than 90° angle.
6. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said second section (15) includes an arm (18) extending therefrom at an inclination, said arm (18) defining said second free end (16) thereon.
7. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein said bracket (10) is manufactured from a material selected from a group consisting of aluminium, steel, composite material and a combination of metal and plastic.
8. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the free ends (13, 16) of the bracket (10) are welded to the front side rail inner panel (20) and the dashboard (30).
9. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 8, wherein the free ends (13, 16) of the bracket (10) are spot-welded to the front side rail inner panel (20) and the dashboard (30).
10. The connector bracket (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the free ends (13, 16) of the bracket (10) are fastened to the front side rail inner panel (20) and the dashboard (30).

Dated this 03rd day of August, 2022

_______________________________
MOHAN RAJKUMAR DEWAN, IN/PA – 25
of R.K.DEWAN & CO.
Authorized Agent of Applicant

TO,
THE CONTROLLER OF PATENTS
THE PATENT OFFICE, AT CHENNAI