The present subject matter described herein, relates to a front body structure of a vehicle to protect anti-theft alarm. More particularly, the present invention relates to a shroud structure to restrict entry of any foreign object, such as scissor or hook to cut harness of the anti-theft alarm from front end of the vehicle.
BACKGROUND
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present subject matter.
[0003] Generally, in automotive, grille structures are provided for aesthetic purposes and to allow passage of incoming air from front side towards an engine cabin and a radiator. The grille can be provided as upper grille facing upper body panel and a lower grille facing lower body panel of the front end of the vehicle. The grille structure has a plurality of openings to allow passage of air to dissipate the heat of the engine cabin and to cool down the radiator and condenser.
[0004] For aesthetic point of view and as driven by styling purposes, it is desirable to increase size of the openings of the grille structure. However, with the increase in size of the openings create technical problems such as visibility of body panel, scattered air flow, and easy access to harness of the anti-theft alarm.
[0005] As shown in fig. 1, the grille structure 101 has a plurality of openings 101a (in figure only one opening is focused) which allow easy accessibility to the anti-theft alarm 103 through the shroud structure 102. The shroud structure 102 is provided in between front body panel of the vehicle and the front grille structure

(it can be referred as front bumper grille structure) 101. With the large grille openings, harness of the anti-theft alarm 103 and other internal parts are visible and access for easy damage.
[0006] With mal-intention, a user (for example a thief) can cut harness of the anti-theft alarm 103 with any foreign object, such as scissor or hook with blade so that it does not generate any alarm and vehicle can be stolen.
[0007] Technical objective: is to restrict entry and/or movement of the foreign object to cut or damage the harness of the anti-theft alarm.
[0008] In one of the existing solutions to protect the harness of the anti-theft alarm is to reduce the size of the openings of the grilles so that visibility and accessibility toward the harness is reduced. However, the present solution is not acceptable as it reduces the vehicle styling.
[0009] In another solution, a PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) tube is added on harness of the anti-theft alarm so that damage can be prevented. However, this solution also associated with cost addition on the harness.
[0010] Therefore, there is a need to provide a simple and cost-effective solution for the present technical problem without increasing cost and complexity in structure and by maintaining style of the vehicle with large size openings.
OBJECTS OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0011] In view of the foregoing limitations inherent in the state of the art, some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfy, are listed herein below.
[0012] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a front body structure of a vehicle to protect anti-theft alarm.

[0013] It is another object of the present disclosure to provide a shroud structure that can reduce visibility of alarm harness and inner panel.
[0014] It is yet another object of the present disclosure to provide a shroud structure that restrict entry and movement of any foreign object to damage the harness of the anti-theft alarm.
[0015] It is still yet another object of the present disclosure to provide a shroud structure for vehicles with large size openings of the front bumper grille.
[0016] These and other objects and advantages of the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art after a consideration of the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which a preferred form of the present invention is illustrated.
SUMMARY
[0017] This summary is provided to introduce concepts related to front body structure of a vehicle to protect anti-theft alarm. The concepts are further described below in the detailed description. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter.
[0018] The present disclosure relates to a front body structure of a vehicle to provide protection to an anti-theft alarm. The front body structure comprising a front body panel where the anti-theft alarm is mounted on the front body panel; a front bumper grille with a plurality of openings configured to be mounted on the front body panel; and a shroud structure is provided in between the front body panel and the front bumper grille. The shroud structure comprising a plurality of guided path to direct the incoming air from the front bumper grille towards radiator-condenser unit and engine cabin; an opening configured to faces the anti-theft alarm. A grid structure is integrated on a segment of the opening to restrict entry of any foreign object to damage a harness of the anti-theft alarm.

[0019] In an aspect, the opening defines a shape complementary to shape of the
anti-theft alarm, where size of the opening is more than size of the anti-theft
alarm.
[0020] In an aspect, the opening defines a circular shape which is complementary
to circular shape of the anti-theft alarm and diameter of the opening is more than
diameter of the anti-theft alarm.
[0021] In an aspect, the grid structure is provided on front surface of the shroud
structure where the front surface faces the front bumper grille.
[0022] In an aspect, the grid structure is provided on rear surface of the front
bumper grille where the rear surface faces the shroud structure of the vehicle.
[0023] In an embodiment, a shroud structure of a front body structure of a vehicle,
comprising a plurality of guided path; an opening configured to faces an anti-theft
alarm is mounted on a front body panel of the vehicle; a grid structure is
integrated on a segment of the opening to cover a harness of the anti-theft alarm.
[0024] In an aspect, the opening defines a circular shape which is complementary
to circular shape of the anti-theft alarm and diameter of the opening is more than
diameter of the anti-theft alarm.
[0025] In an aspect, the grid structure is provided on front surface of the shroud
structure to cover the harness of the anti-theft alarm.
[0026] In an aspect, the grid structure is provided on rear surface of the front
bumper grille to over the shroud structure infront of the harness of the anti-theft
alarm.
[0027] Other objects, features and advantages of the present disclosure will
become apparent from the following detailed description. It should be understood,
however, that the detailed description and the specific examples, while indicating
specific embodiments of the invention, are given by way of illustration only, since
various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of the invention will
become apparent to those skilled in the art from this detailed description.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0028] While the specification concludes with claims particularly pointing out and distinctly claiming the subject matter that is regarded as forming the present subject matter, it is believed that the present disclosure will be better understood from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, where like reference numerals designate like structural and other elements, in which:
[0029] FIG. 1 illustrates a front view of conventional grille with visibility of internal panel and harness of anti-theft alarm;
[0030] FIG. 2 is an exploded view of the front body structure of the vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;
[0031] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a shroud structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;
[0032] FIG. 4 illustrates a rear view of assembly of an anti-theft alarm with a shroud structure of FIG. 3, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;
[0033] FIG. 5 illustrates a front view FIG. 4, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;
[0034] FIG. 6 illustrates front view of the front body structure with the shroud structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter; and
[0035] FIGS. 7A and 7B illustrate cross-sectional view of front body structure with the shroud structure showing prevented movement of the foreign objects to access the harness, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[0037] It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
[0038] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms "a", "an", and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises", "comprising", "includes", "consisting" and/or "including" when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
[0039] It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.

[0040] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
[0041] Referring to FIG. 2, illustrates an exploded view of a front body structure 100 of a vehicle having a front bumper grille structure 101 with a plurality of openings 101a, a shroud structure 102 and a front body panel 106. The shroud structure 102 is provided in between the front bumper grille structure 101 and the front body panel 106 of the vehicle. The shroud structure 101 defines a plurality of mounting provisions 102a (as shown in FIG. 3) to mount the shroud structure 102 with the front body panel 106 of the vehicle. The shroud structure 102 is made of resin or plastic material where primary function of the shroud structure 102 is to direct incoming air from front bumper grille 101 towards radiator-condenser unit and engine cabin for dissipating the heating. Secondary function of the shroud structure 102 is to cover the inner parts and front body panel 106 of the vehicle for aesthetic point of view.
[0042] The shroud structure 102 defines a plurality of guided path to direct the incoming air towards the radiator-condenser unit and the engine cabin to maintain temperature. Further, the shroud structure 102 defines an opening 103 provided to allow unrestricted flow of sound from the anti-theft alarm 104 in forward direction, where the anti-theft alarm 104 is mounted on the front body panel 106. The anti-theft alarm 104 is coupled with a harness 105 for communication of signals, such as malfunction signal or theft signals.
[0043] As shown in figs. 2 and 5, the opening 103 of the shroud structure 102 is configured to faces the anti-theft alarm 104 which is mounted on the front body panel 106 of the vehicle.

[0044] Referring to figs. 2, 3, 5, and 6, a grid structure or chequered structure 103a is integrated on a segment of the opening 103 to restrict entry of any foreign object 107 (as shown in figs. 7a and 7b) to damage the harness 105 of the anti-theft alarm 104. The grid structure or chequered structure 103a is integrated with the shroud structure 103.
[0045] In an embodiment, the opening 103 may define a shape which is complementary to the shape of the anti-theft alarm 104. Where size or dimension of the opening 103 is more than size or dimensions of the anti-theft alarm 104.
[0046] As shown in figs. 2-6, the opening 103 defines a circular shape which is complementary to circular shape of the anti-theft alarm 104. However, shape of the opening 103 is not restricted to circular, it can be of any shape which is complementary to the shape of the anti-theft alarm 104. As shown in figs. 3 and 5, diameter 'D' of the opening 103 is more than diameter 'd' of the anti-theft alarm 104. With the present configuration, the opening 103 of the shroud structure 102 may receive front circular portion of the anti-theft alarm 104. The opening 103 may define a circular shape where the grid structure or chequered structure 103a is provided at a minor segment of the opening 103.
[0047] As shown in figs. 3 and 5, the grid structure 103a is provided on front surface of the shroud structure 102 where the front surface faces the front bumper grille 101.
[0048] In another embodiment, the grid structure 103a is provided on rear surface
of the front bumper grille 101 where the rear surface faces the shroud structure
102 and harness portion of the vehicle.
[0049] Fig. 4 shows rear view of fig. 3 where the anti-theft alarm 104 is coupled
with the harness 105 and is provided with the opening 103 of the shroud structure
102.
[0050] Fig. 6 illustrate front view of the frond body structure 100 of the vehicle
where the front bumper grille structure 101 defines the plurality of openings 101a

having sufficient large size to allow passage of any foreign object, such as scissor or hook shape cutter as shown in the figs. 7A and 7B.
[0051] Referring to Figs 7A and 7B illustrate are cross-sectional view of the front body structure 100 of the vehicle where the shroud structure 102 with the grid structure 103a at the segment which covers the harness 105 of the anti-theft alarm 104 prevents accessibility of the harness 105 from front end of the vehicle. As shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B, movement of the foreign object 107 such as scissor or hook shaped cutter is prevented by the grid structure 103a provided on the shroud structure 102.
TECHNICAL ADVANTAGES [0052] The present disclosure provides a shroud structure in between front bumper grille and front body panel of vehicle to protect harness of anti-theft alarm.
[0053] The present disclosure provides a shroud structure that provide no change in bumper or grille styling and its opening.
[0054] The present disclosure provides a shroud structure that provide no change in anti-theft alarm or siren layout and harness routing.
[0055] The present disclosure provides a shroud structure that decreases the complexity and cost.
[0056] Furthermore, each of the appended claims defines a separate invention, which for infringement purposes is recognized as including equivalents to the various elements or limitations specified in the claims. Depending on the context, all references below to the "invention" may in some cases refer to certain specific embodiments only. In other cases, it will be recognized that references to the "invention" will refer to subject matter recited in one or more, but not necessarily all, of the claims.

[0057] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all groups used in the appended claims.
[0058] Furthermore, those skilled in the art can appreciate that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the present disclosure. It will be appreciated that several of the above-disclosed and other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, may be combined into other systems or applications. Various presently unforeseen or unanticipated alternatives, modifications, variations, or improvements therein may subsequently be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present disclosure as encompassed by the following claims.
[0059] The claims, as originally presented and as they may be amended, encompass variations, alternatives, modifications, improvements, equivalents, and substantial equivalents of the embodiments and teachings disclosed herein, including those that are presently unforeseen or unappreciated, and that, for example, may arise from applicants/patentees and others.
[0060] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the present disclosure, other and further embodiments of the present disclosure may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the present disclosure is determined by the claims that follow. The present disclosure is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention

when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.
[0061] List of Reference numerals of the present invention as disclosed in figs. 100: Front body structure 101: Front bumper grille 101a: A plurality of openings 102: Shroud structure 103: Opening
103a: Grid structure or chequered shape structure 104: Anti-theft alarm 105: Harness 106: Front body panel 107: Foreign object

We claim:

1. A front body structure (100) of a vehicle to provide protection to an anti-
theft alarm (104), the front body structure (100) comprising:
a front body panel (106) where the anti-theft alarm (104) is mounted on the front body panel (106);
a front bumper grille (101) with a plurality of openings (101a) configured to be mounted on the front body panel (106);
a shroud structure (102) provided in between the front body panel (106) and the front bumper grille (101), the shroud structure (102) comprising:
a plurality of guided path to direct the incoming air from the front
bumper grille (101) towards radiator-condenser unit and engine
cabin;
an opening (103) configured to faces the anti-theft alarm (104);
characterized in that
a grid structure (103a) is integrated on a segment of the opening
(103) to restrict entry of any foreign object to damage a harness
(105) of the anti-theft alarm (104).
2. The front body structure (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the opening (103) defines a shape complementary to shape of the anti-theft alarm (104), where size of the opening (103) is more than size of the anti-theft alarm (104).
3. The front body structure (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the opening (103) defines a circular shape which is complementary to circular shape of the anti-theft alarm (104) and diameter of the opening (103) is more than diameter of the anti-theft alarm (104).
4. The front body structure (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the grid structure (103a) is provided on front surface of the shroud structure (102) where the front surface faces the front bumper grille (101).
5. The front body structure (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the grid

structure (103a) is provided on rear surface of the front bumper grille (101) where the rear surface faces the shroud structure (102) of the vehicle.
6. A shroud structure (102) of a front body structure (100) of a vehicle,
comprising:
a plurality of guided path;
an opening (103) configured to faces an anti-theft alarm (104)
mounted on a front body panel (106) of the vehicle;
characterized in that
a grid structure (103a) is integrated on a segment of the opening
(103) to cover a harness (105) of the anti-theft alarm (104).
7. The shroud structure (100) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the opening (103) defines a circular shape which is complementary to circular shape of the anti-theft alarm (104) and diameter of the opening (103) is more than diameter of the anti-theft alarm (104).
8. The front body structure (100) as claimed in claim 6, wherein the grid structure (103a) is provided on front surface of the shroud structure (102) to cover the harness (105) of the anti-theft alarm (104).
9. The front body structure (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the grid structure (103a) is provided on rear surface of the front bumper grille (101) to cover the shroud structure (102) infront of the harness (105) of the anti-theft alarm (104).