Abstract: The present invention relates to a heel unit 10 for a touring binding of a sliding board, comprising a binding body 14 on which two coupling projections 16 for connection to a heel portion of a touring boot are movably held, wherein the movable retainer of the coupling projections 16 is configured such that the coupling projections 16 move away from a sliding board plane.

Abstract: The teaching provided herein are generally directed to compact vehicle drive mechanisms that can be used in the design of a foldable, carry-on vehicle. The compact drive mechanisms presented herein, for example, have contributed to the advent of the compact, carry-on bicycles set-forth in the teachings which include drive-and-steering units and drive-and-chassis units.

Abstract: A foldable rollator includes: a main support frame including two spaced-apart front support rods; a rear support frame including two spaced-apart rear support rods pivotally coupled to the front support rods, respectively; a plurality of wheels respectively installed on the main support frame and the rear support rods for rolling on the ground; an intermediate support frame coupled to the main support frame and the rear support frame, including a front support sub-frame pivotally coupled between the front support rods and a rear support sub-frame pivotally coupled between the rear support rods, the front and rear support sub-frames being further pivotally coupled to an axle; a seat unit disposed atop the intermediate support frame; and a backrest unit pivotally coupled to the axle.

Abstract: A golf bag cart comprises a lower frame including a connecting plate pivotally coupled to a rear wheel stand, a slide element installed at the top of the connecting plate, and an upper carrying base and a lower carrying base for placing and fixing a golf bag; an upper frame coupled to a lower frame and pivotally coupled to the upper carrying base; two front wheel stands coupled to the lower frame and pivotally coupled to the lower carrying base; a link rod module composed of link rod modules and coupled between the upper frame, a slide element and front and rear wheel stands for driving the front and the rear wheel stands or the front and rear wheels to fold or unfold; and a lift switch installed between the upper and lower frames and latched for fixing at a position when the golf bag cart is unfolded.

Abstract: Low cost airbag system (1) for a vehicle that deploys to protect a driver and optionally a passenger during a crash involving the vehicle,. The airbag system includes a crash sensor system (2) that detects a crash involving the vehicle, a driver side airbag module (40) mounted to a steering wheel and including a driver side airbag (42) that inflates to protect the driver and a gas generator (108) that generates inflation medium to inflate the driver side airbag (42). A control module (6) is coupled to the crash sensor system (2) and gas generator (108) and initiates generation of inflation medium by the gas generator (108) based on detection of a crash by the crash sensor system (2). A similar system is provided for the passenger side airbag module (20).

Abstract: An interior trim part for a bodywork component has a lighting system with a first component that generates a light signal and a second component that outputs the light signal toward the passenger compartment of the motor vehicle. The bodywork component has a moveable region (200) that can be moved with respect to a non-moveable region (300), from a stationary normal position into an open position displaced with respect to the non-moveable region (300). The first component of the light system generates, in the normal position of the moveable region (200), a light signal that is input into the second component which passes on the light signal in the manner of a lightguide.

Abstract: An acceleration sensor (40R) for detecting a side surface collision which occurs in a vehicle is mounted on a beam (112) of a door via a support member (50). When a force due to a collision acts on the beam (112), this force is dampened by the support member (50) and thereafter transmitted to the acceleration sensor (40R). As a result, even if the beam (112) moves at an acceleration exceeding the rated input of the acceleration sensor (40R), the acceleration of the acceleration sensor (40R) is suppressed to a level not greater than the rated input. Accordingly, the side surface collision can be detected with high accuracy without using a sensor having a high rated input.

Abstract: A method of rolling or folding an airbag to a thin tight tube, includes stretching the airbag during the rolling or folding in length direction.

Abstract: An airbag cushion for vehicles includes a cushion body, vent holes, tubes and a tether. The vent holes are formed in the cushion body at opposite positions. The tubes are connected to the respective vent holes. The tubes are deployed out of the vent holes by deployment of the cushion body so that gas is discharged out of the cushion body through the tubes. The tether connects the tubes to each other and is severed when pressure in the cushion body reaches a predetermined degree. At the point of time at which the weight of the occupant is applied to the airbag cushion, the pressure in the airbag cushion is released, thus reducing the risk of the deployment of the airbag cushion injuring the occupant.

Abstract: To provide a vehicle fender liner configured to easily form a solid shape and exhibit superior sound-absorption performance and excellent anti-icing, a fender liner 10 serving as a sound-absorption member to be attached to a vehicle includes a base-material layer 11 having sound-absorption function. The base-material layer 11 is formed into a solid shape of a fender liner by producing a sheet of a fibrous web 14 obtained by interlocking main fibers 12 and binder fibers 13 having a melting point lower than that of the main fibers 12, integrally providing a waterproof protective film of an LDPE resin, and then performing hot press mold.

Abstract: It is a common problem for the typical consumer that is not highly educated or experienced in pairing wine with food, to determine what food recipe would be best suited to combine with a given bottle of wine. This invention offers the consumer a significant reduction in effort, time and risk by providing a food recipe affixed to the wine bottle. The food recipe affixed to the bottle has been selected based on its complimentary flavor and aroma to the wine, creating an attractive pairing of food and wine for the consumer. When selecting the bottle of wine, the consumer has an immediate recommendation for a food recipe to pair with the wine without requiring the consumer to further research such recommendations, thereby saving the consumer time and effort, while reducing their risk in making poor pairing decisions.

Abstract: A theft deterrent product may be provided. The theft deterrent product may comprise an outer layer, an inner portion, and a center portion. The outer layer may comprise tin. The inner portion may be inside the outer layer and may comprise copper. The center portion may be inside the inner portion and may comprise steel. A plurality of indicia may be located periodically and longitudinally on the product. The plurality of indicia may respectively correspond to a plurality of unique codes and may be etched through the outer layer and into the inner portion.

Abstract: A method of labeling a package for shipment includes: providing a shipping label having a generally laminar body with a designated tear path matrix extending over at least a major portion thereof, the generally laminar body having a face side on which is printed origination, destination and tracking data, and a bottom side to which is applied a pressure-sensitive adhesive surface; and attaching the shipping label to a surface of the package, via the pressure-sensitive adhesive surface on the bottom side of said label, prior to its shipment via a common carrier. The designated tear path matrix may be a pattern of interconnected regular hexagons, or a pattern of intersecting first and second parallel tear lines. The tear path matrix may be formed by through-hole perforations in the label body, by channels in the label body, or by regions of reduced shear strength in the label body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a flat insert intended for being inserted in a security document, which includes a fibrous substrate (2) formed as a single layer having a cavity (5) and an electronic device (3) having contactless communication, housed in said cavity. Said cavity is in communication with a single surface of the fibrous substrate (2) and includes, in the cross-section thereof, a peripheral shoulder (13) for housing said electronic device in said cavity without generating a thickened portion of the insert, said fibrous substrate (2) including synthetic fibres.

Abstract: Hydraulically assisted fastener (10) comprises a body (11) with a central bore (12) to engage a connector element (20) and with an annular recess (14) opening outwards to an end surface (15). Annular thrust member (17) fits into and seals the recess (14). Charging medium (50) is injected under pressure into annular chamber (30) defined by recess (14) and member (17) and moves body (11) relative to member (17) to tension element (20). Medium (50) sets in chamber (30) to maintain the tension in element (20). Element (20) may be a bolt or stud, body (11) can be a nut and member (17) can be a plan washer. Medium (50) can be a curable viscous paste, a suspended solid in a self-setting compound or a particulate solid which behaves as a fluid. Suitable materials include graphite, and lead, copper or steel balls.

Abstract: An inner tubular portion (15) and an outer tubular portion (16) form an insertion space (14) of a plastic pipe (11) and are integrally formed on a joint main body (13). A cap (29) is connected to the outer tubular portion (16) by projection-recess engagement. A retainer mechanism (27) of the plastic pipe (11) is provided between the outer tubular portion (16) and the cap (29). A cutout portion (20) is formed in the outer tubular portion (16), and a bulging engagement portion (24) is arranged on the cutout portion (20). The outer periphery of the bulging engagement portion (24) is connected to the cap (29) by the projection-recess engagement. A restricting portion is provided between the cutout portion (20) and the bulging engagement portion (24). The restricting portion is composed of a first tapered surface (21) and a second tapered surface (25). The first tapered surface (21) is provided on the cutout portion (20) and decreases in width toward the outer end.

Abstract: An exhaust pipe connecting structure includes a first exhaust pipe, a second exhaust pipe, a seal member, and a gasket. The second exhaust pipe is a separate part from the first exhaust pipe. The second exhaust pipe is connected to the first exhaust pipe and defines an exhaust passage together with the first exhaust pipe. The seal member is located between the first exhaust pipe and the second exhaust pipe in a connecting portion where the first exhaust pipe and the second exhaust pipe connect. The gasket is arranged between the seal member and the exhaust passage in the connecting portion where the first exhaust pipe and the second exhaust pipe connect together. The gasket has a heat resistant property.

Abstract: An inflating hose connector includes a plug defining a plug body for insertion into one end of an inflating hose and a head at one end of the plug body, a locknut rotatably capped on the plug head, a connection member defining an outer thread on each of two opposing ends thereof for selectively fastening to the locknut, a Schrader (American) valve connection hole in one end thereof and a Schrader (American) valve connection hole in the other end thereof. Thus, the user can freely select a Schrader (American) valve or a Presta (French) valve, and fasten up the inflating hose connector with the selected Schrader (American) or Presta (French) valve conveniently by means of a screw joint, preventing loosening and facilitating application.

Abstract: A wind turbine has a Lidar device to sense wind conditions upstream of the wind turbine including wind speed, direction and turbulence. Signals from the Lidar are processed to detect an event which could give rise to low cycle fatigue loading on one or more components of the wind turbine. On detection the system controller takes the necessary evasive action depending on the nature and severity of the extreme condition detected. This may include a significant reduction in power generated through reduction in rotor speed or torque, complete shutdown of the generator and yawing of the nacelle and rotor in response to a change in wind direction.

Abstract: An apparatus and method is disclosed for generating power from the energy of fluid flow in a conduit, such as a pipeline or production tubing of a wellbore. A fan may be comprised of a plurality of blades positioned circumferentially around a central cavity. The blades may be adapted for receiving fluid flow and transmitting energy of fluid flow to rotate the fan. The fan may be configured for generating rotational movement of a magnet relative to an electromagnetic winding to produce electrical energy. The central cavity may be adapted for receiving objects such as wellbore intervention tools or other devices for insertion into the central cavity.

Abstract: A power sluice gate system and method is disclosed. In one embodiment, the system a support structure, and a bracket assembly movably engaged with the support structure is provided. A turbine rotor supported by the movable bracket assembly can be selectively lowered into and raised out of a sluice discharge channel to allow waste water from a retention area to flow across the turbine rotor. A generator may be connected to the turbine rotor for transforming mechanical energy provided by the turbine rotor into electricity.

Abstract: A boiler system including an electric power generation system having a boiler, a steam turbine for generating electric power by steams which received heat at a boiler, a condenser provided at the downstream thereof for condensing the steams, and a heater for heating condensed water by steams extracted from the steam turbine and, further, a CO2 capture system of sorbing and capturing a CO2 gas in an exhausted gas exhausted from the boiler by using a solid CO2 sorbent, and a chimney of exhausting an exhaust gas in the CO2 capture system after recovery of CO2 or an exhaust gas exhausted from the boiler, in which the temperature of a fluid concerned with the boiler system is increased by using the exhaust gas exhausted from the CO2 capture system.

Abstract: A generator for a wind turbine is provided. The generator includes a housing with a multi-piece stator arrangement mounted to the housing, the stator arrangement surrounding radially inward and radially outwardly directed faces of a rotor assembly, also surrounded by the housing. The rotor assembly is configured for direct attachment to a wind turbine main shaft so that rotation of the main shaft results in like rotation of the rotor assembly. The housing is mechanically coupled to the rotor by anti-friction elements such that the rotor is free to rotate about its central axis relative to the housing, and such that radial displacement of the rotor due to main shaft deflections results in a like radial displacement of the housing.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for powering an aircraft by extracting power from both the high pressure and low pressure spools of a gas turbine engine. DC power can be generated using the high pressure spool and AC power can be generated using the low pressure spool.

Abstract: A power generating device includes an input rotor that is provided to an output shaft of speed up gears so as to be capable of rotating together with the output shaft, an output rotor that is provided to a drive shaft of a generator so as to be capable of rotating together with the drive shaft, and a one-way clutch that is disposed between the input rotor and the output rotor. The one-way clutch connects the input rotor with the output rotor so as to rotate together with the input rotor and the output rotor when the rotation speed of the input rotor exceeds the rotation speed of the output rotor, and the one-way clutch is configured to release the connection between the input rotor and the output rotor when the rotation speed of the input rotor falls below the rotation speed of the output rotor.

Abstract: This disclosure presents and claims means for the modification of local gravitation by modifying its direction of action and presents and claims various uses of those means. The new technology involved is the recognition that light and gravitation flow in the same common medium; that the observed effects of gravitational lensing and light diffraction demonstrate the gravitational field of atoms deflecting the flow of that common medium of light and gravitation; that a suitable arrangement of atoms consequently could produce a desired deflection of gravitation; and that the atomic structure of a cubic crystal [for example Silicon] is suitable for that application.

Abstract: A mobile server system with an energy regeneration function includes a container, at least one server placed within the container, and at least one power generating mechanism received in the receiving portion. Top surface defines a receiving portion. The container defines a through hole communicating with the receiving portion in a position where the at least one server is placed. The power generating mechanism includes an impeller element, a generator and a shaft fixed between the impeller element and the generator. Hot air generated from the at least one server is transmitted to the receiving portion through the through hole to cooperate with cold air from the air to generate airflow. The airflow drives the impeller element to rotate. The shaft is driven by the impeller element to rotate. The generator is driven by the shaft to rotate to generate power.

Abstract: A variable electrical generator (20) is operable to convert mechanical motion to electrical power. The generator (20) includes at least a stator element (60) and a rotor element (50) including coils (320) and magnets (90). The generator (20) includes a configuration of modules (80) including the coils (320) for generating wavelets (30) in response to the coils (320) interacting magnetically with the magnets (90), and a control arrangement (70) for combining the wavelets (30) for generating a composite synthesized power output (10) from the generator (20). A method of maintaining a variable generator (20) includes steps of: (a) determining operating status of modules (80) of the generator (20); (b) unplugging and replacing one or more defective modules (80) as identified in step (a).

Abstract: Novel carbon dioxide-based geothermal energy generation systems, i.e., carbon plume geothermal (CPG) systems, and methods are provided. With the novel systems and methods described herein, geothermal energy can now be provided at lower temperatures and at locations other than hot, dry rock formations, without negatively impacting the surrounding area through use of large-scale hydrofracturing. Use of a carbon dioxide-based geothermal system further provides a means for sequestering and storing excess carbon dioxide, rather than having it released to the atmosphere.

Abstract: An engine cranking motor soft-start system and method includes at least one cranking motor and a switching power converter which is coupled to the cranking motors such that the voltage across the motors varies with the converter's duty cycle. The duty cycle, and thereby the voltage across the motors, is gradually increased over a predetermined period. This serves to limit the acceleration of the cranking motors, and thereby their peak current and torque, which may serve to increase their service life. The cranking motors are typically operatively coupled to drive respective pinion gears which are brought into engagement with a ring gear when starting the engine. The system is preferably arranged such that the gradually increasing duty cycle results in the torque of the cranking motors being sufficient to break an abutment that may be present between the pinion gears and the ring gear.

Abstract: Door top latch and actuating apparatus, comprising in combination, a mounting bracket configured to attach to a door top, a latch located by the bracket to move up and down, relative to the door top, an actuator rod extending vertically below the latch, and operatively connected to the latch whereby door handle operated vertical movement of the rod moves the latch vertically, and a compression spring associated with the rod for urging the rod and latch upwardly into latching position, the spring accommodating downward movement of the rod and latch, to unlatch the door, and a motion adaptor operatively connected between the rod and latch.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a locking device for restricting access to a hatch of a pressure vessel, and, more specifically, a locking device that is responsive to the internal pressure in the pressure vessel so as to minimize the ability of one to open the hatch while the vessel is still pressurized. In some embodiments, the locking device comprises first and second portions of the locking device configurable between an open and a closed configuration and a pressure-responsive locking member in fluid communication with an outlet port of the pressure vessel and arranged to automatically retain the first and second portions in the closed configuration when the pressure inside of the pressure vessel is above a predetermined threshold, wherein in the closed configuration the first and second portions restrict manipulation of the hatch and/or a locking mechanism of the hatch.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a vehicle that includes a hood and a bumper. The hood is provided with open position and a closed position. The bumper is provided with an intermediate bumper portion, a first end cap, and a second end cap. The first and second bumper end caps are supported by the hood and are moveable with the hood as the hood transitions between the open and closed positions.

Abstract: A pet waste collection apparatus includes a main frame body including a loop portion, a frame handle attached to the loop portion, and a pair of opposed hooks extending outwardly from the frame handle near an area thereof where it attaches to the loop portion. The main frame body may be formed from solid or coated wire. In use, bag handles of a disposable handled bag are placed over the hooks, and the upper edge of the main bag body is then placed over the loop portion where it fits tightly. The bottom portion of the bag is then fed through the loop portion, and a unit of pet waste is moved through the loop portion and into the plastic bag.

Abstract: This invention comprises an animal waste collection device with a battery operated dual illumination system capable of illuminating the area where a pet has left fecal matter at night. System 1 has dual LED lights located on either side of the device which are operated via dual switches in the handle. These lights allow the operator to see the fecal matter. System 2 is comprised of lights located within the pick-up area of the device and is automatically activated when the pick-up device is opened. These lights automatically turn off when the device closes. Once the operator has captured the fecal matter he can release the switch turning off the device. The device has reflective tape on both sides causing oncoming traffic to see the operator walking. System 1 lights may be activated when vehicles approach as an added safety feature.

Abstract: A convertible transporter apparatus has a cargo deck area and specially configured removable side walls and end walls. A winch rail can support one or more winches that enable straps to secure loads on the cargo deck area.

Abstract: A pile clamp assembly to clamp a pile that consists of the following main components; top pile clamp device, the bottom pile clamp device, a plurality clamp wedges and a plurality vertical hydraulic clamps which combines to make a flat clamp wedge contact with the surface of a deviated and twisted pile. This clamping mechanism reduces bending in the driven pile by enabling the next adjoining pile to conform as much as possible to the alignment of the existing driven pile and gradually corrects the pile's vertical alignment and twist as it penetrates the ground through interactions of the unique swiveling clamp wedges.

Abstract: A slide mechanism for use with a vehicle armrest includes a sliding plate and a stationary plate in sliding engagement with each other via a coupling that includes an elongated guide and a guide follower. The elongated guide defines a slide direction for the slide mechanism and is retained to one of the plates by guide retention features located at each end of the guide. Each retention feature is constructed to restrict movement of the elongated guide in all directions transverse to the slide direction. A spacer is disposed at one end of the elongated guide to hold the guide in place in the slide direction so that retention is maintained. The spacer can be interposed between a retention feature stop and an end of the elongated guide and/or can extend from a cover attached to the plate that includes the retention features.

Abstract: This invention is a hard sided pop-up truck camper that fits on an ordinary pickup truck. When folded down, it looks like a typical pickup truck topper and will allow the truck to fit into a garage. The folding sides take up less than 6 inches of height when folded which maximizes its use as a topper for hauling while also maximizing the vertical height when erected so it can be used as a camper. When erected, it allows a person to stand upright throughout the inside of the camper. Current hard sided pop-up truck campers are designed to extend by raising straight up mechanically, the sides do not fold down upon themselves like this invention does. Also, current hard sided pop-up truck campers in the down position typically extend above the cab of the truck making them too high to fit through a garage door.

Abstract: A structure for exchanging an air filter for a vehicle, may include the air filter accommodated in an air conditioning device, and a glove box housing provided on a dashboard and having an accommodation space formed therein, wherein the air filter exchanging portion may be formed on the glove box housing inside thereof to communicate with the air filter.

Abstract: A method is provided for producing an inner cladding part for vehicles by lamination of a first, preferably flexible material layer, having an upper side and an underside, onto a preferably dimensionally stable carrier, having a preferably three-dimensional surface contour of the carrier, with a thermally activatable adhesive applied to the underside of the material layer and/or the surface contour of the carrier. Carbon nanotubes, forming a heating device, are in contact with the adhesive at least in one sub-region. The method includes heating the adhesive in the sub-region by applying a voltage to the carbon nanotubes, as a result of which the adhesive is activated, and compressing the material layer and the carrier.

Abstract: A seat assembly for a vehicle having a floor can include a seat bottom, a seat back, a pair of front legs and a pair of rear legs. The seat bottom can have a seating side and an opposite lower side facing the floor. The front legs can be pivotably coupled to the vehicle and to the seat bottom via releasable locking mechanisms. The rear legs can be pivotably coupled to the seat bottom and releasably coupled to the vehicle. A pair of linking members can pivotably couple the front and rear legs to each other. The seat assembly can be movable from a deployed to a stowed position whereby the seat bottom can be pivoted forward about the front and rear legs while maintaining the seat bottom lower side facing the floor and the front and rear legs pivotably coupled to the vehicle and the seat bottom.

Abstract: A tractor center control console may be assembled before being mounted on a tractor. The tractor center control console includes a one-piece molded plastic pedestal, an instrument panel, and a steering column assembly that is solely supported by the one-piece plastic pedestal. A removable cowl covers at least part of the one-piece plastic pedestal. Electronic components are housed in the one-piece plastic pedestal and covered by the removable cowl.

Abstract: Mechanically or powered activated, retractable, partition-able enclosure-panels with or without custom brackets for any style open-air-vehicle having roof structures, including cars and boats, is taught. The partition-able enclosure panels for a driver's side, passenger's side, or rear opening of an open-air car, each include two or more partition-sections, and a rotatable spindle, where each of the partition-sections is designed to be attached to and detached from an adjacent partition-section, and each of the partition-sections is fixedly or non-fixedly attachable to the rotating spindle, so that when the partitions are attached to each other and the spindle is rotated all partitions are controlled by said rotating spindle and when the partitions are detached from each other, only the fixedly attached partition is controlled by the rotating spindle providing for deployment or un-deployment of either a panel or a partition-section. A roof or roof-support with built-in panel supporting devices is also taught.

Abstract: A flexible plumbing assembly for a vehicle having a main cabin portion with an extensible cabin portion that is moveable between a retracted position and an extended position includes a flexible hose having a fixed end connected to the fixed cabin portion and a moveable end connected to the movable cabin portion. The flexible plumbing assembly also includes a sliding structure for facilitating movement of the movable end with respect to the fixed end as the extensible cabin portion moves between the extended and retracted positions. The flexible hose and the sliding structure are disposed in a floor of the extensible cabin portion.

Abstract: A vehicle rear outlet structure includes: an outer member constituting an outer surface of a rear vehicle body and defining a flow path space inside of the vehicle body; and a protrusion portion provided on an outer surface of the outer member to protrude in an outboard direction. The outer member is provided with an air outlet opening through which the flow path space and a space outside of the vehicle body communicate with each other. The protrusion portion is arranged forward of the air outlet opening in the vehicle longitudinal direction and continuously in a vertical direction of the vehicle, such that the flow of air flowing along the outer surface of the outer member sucks out air in the flow path space through the air outlet opening to an outboard side thereof.

Abstract: A vehicle trailer is provided. The vehicle trailer includes one or more side wall fairings having a a front edge and a rear edge and having a height that extends from the floor to the roof. leading edge and trailing edge. Each side wall fairing has an upward incline and downward incline. The side wall fairings can be utilized with one or more other components that are described herein.

Abstract: A multifunctional inventive flatbed system is described for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and in particular light tactical all-terrain vehicles (LTATVs) for special operations units of the military, where the flatbed system is specially adapted for improved transport of patients in litters, personnel and cargo on such vehicles.

Abstract: A tractor cab 10 is provided which has a wall portion 16 formed as a double skinned polyethene plastics moulding. The cab also has a tubular ROPS 12 on which the double skinned plastics wall portion is secured. The wall portion includes the wheel arch and fenders of the cab with inner and outer skins 16a, 16b, the inner skin forming the finished inside surface of the region of the cab. The plastics moulding includes moulded channels 16c for receiving part 14 of the tubular cab ROPS. The ROPS is secured to the double skinned plastics moulding with spacers 18, 18a between the inner and outer skins at the points of securement to the ROPS. The inner skin includes moulded formations 21 which form storage receptacles or boxes or mounts for instrumentation or controls and a rear portion of the moulding includes recesses 22, 23 to receive cab lights or control buttons.

Abstract: A front part body structure of a vehicle, includes: an upper frame which is extended in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle, one end of which is joined to a front pillar, and which includes an inner panel and an outer panel, the outer panel that is divided in a dividing part in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle; and a first partition wall which is provided between the inner panel and the outer panel, one end of which is joined to the inner panel, and the other end of which is fastened and fixed to the dividing part of the outer panel by means of a fastening member.