Abstract: A frame for a vehicle includes a first housing and a second housing. The first housing and the second housing each define an interior space. The first housing and the second housing each comprises a first side portion and an opposing second side portion. The first housing and the second housing each include a first pair of triangular members coupled to the first side portion and a second pair of triangular members coupled to the second side portion. The first and second pairs of triangular members each support a wheel. A support assembly couples the first housing and the second housing. The support assembly includes an external lattice structure and an internal lattice structure. The external lattice structure is coupled to the first housing and the second housing. The internal lattice structure is coupled to the external lattice structure, the first housing, and the second housing.

Abstract: A battery frame (1) is provided for accommodating battery modules in a motor vehicle that can be driven electrically at times. The battery frame (1) has two outer longitudinal members (2) spaced apart from one another and outer (3) and inner crossmembers (4) connected thereto. Receptacles (5) for the battery modules are formed between the crossmembers (3, 4). Each outer longitudinal member (2) has a C-shaped profile. Ends of the inner crossmembers (4) engage in the C profile of the respective longitudinal member (2) via a deformation element (7). Thus, the battery frame has good crash performance in the event of a pole impact, and a relatively large accommodating volume.

Abstract: A vehicle rear structure includes a pair of rear side frames provided on right and left sides at a rear part of a vehicle body, and an on-board component disposed between the rear side frames. Each rear side frame includes a protecting part arranged side by side with the on-board component in a vehicle width direction, and a rear extending part extending rearward from the on-board component. A cross member is provided to connect the rear extending parts to each other at positions each located away from a front end and a rear end of the corresponding rear extending part.

Abstract: A trailer chassis is formed from a first main beam disposed diagonally to a longitudinal axis of the trailer and a second main beam disposed diagonally to the longitudinal axis of the trailer. The second main beam crosses with, or is intertwined with, the first main beam, to form a chassis in the shape of an X. The X-shaped chassis has a tighter turn radius and greater resistance to deflection and fracture than conventional trailers that have two main beams extending parallel to one another down the longitudinal axis of the trailer.

Abstract: A method for erecting or assembling a frame includes the steps of: forming a joint with at least two frame members placed at an angle to one another, each frame members is a metal tube, no coping nor fittings are used to form the joint; wrapping the joint with a saddle, the saddle is a bent flat metal member with at least one hole overlaying each frame member; and plug welding the saddle to each frame member by filling each hole with weld metal. A frame includes: a joint formed by at least two frame members set at an angle to one another, each frame member is a metal tube; a saddle is wrapped over the joint, the saddle is a flat metal member with at least one hole overlaying each frame member; and a plug weld joining the saddle to each frame member, via weld metal filling the hole.

Abstract: A reinforcing structure of a vehicle frame member includes: ribs that integrally connect standing wall portions, that are formed at a planar portion of a vehicle frame member, to one another, and that reinforce the planar portion; portions of gradually changing thickness that are formed at connected portions of the ribs with the standing wall portions; portions of gradually changing height that are formed at the connected portions of the ribs with the standing wall portions; first curved portions that are formed at the portions of gradually changing thickness; second curved portions that are formed at the portions of gradually changing thickness; third curved portions that are formed at the portions of gradually changing height; and fourth curved portions that are formed at the portions of gradually changing height.

Abstract: A vehicle having electrical storage devices with at least one of several electrical energy storage cells for supplying electrical energy to at least one vehicle-side consumer of electrical energy. At least one receiving device that is or can be arranged in the subfloor of the vehicle for accommodation of electrical energy storage cells, which include at least two separate receiving parts for accommodation of electrical energy storage cells. At least two receiving parts are connected to at least one connecting bar extended between them, wherein in and/or on the at least one connecting bar at least one line connection is formed for electrical connection of the energy storage cells accommodated in the respective receiving parts and/or at least one line connection for guiding a temperature-control fluid to control temperature in the energy storage cells accommodated in the respective receiving parts.

Abstract: A vehicle body rear structure includes a floor brace extending outward in a vehicle width direction in an inclined manner from a front floor, and a rear brace extending inward in the vehicle width direction in an inclined manner from a rear end portion of the floor brace. A rear end portion of the rear brace is connected with a support bracket. A front end portion of the rear brace and the rear end portion of the floor brace are connected with a left rear frame via a connecting member. The floor brace and the rear brace are arranged in a substantially V-shape in plan view.

Abstract: A floor structure of a motor vehicle body is disclosed which respect includes a side skirt profile extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle (x) and a tunnel edge profile extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, The tunnel profile is spaced apart from the side skirt profile in the transverse direction of the vehicle (y). Two side skirt profiles run essentially parallel along the outsides of the floor structure. The tunnel edge profile extends in approximately a concentric manner to the side skirt profiles. A transmission hump is provided in the middle of the floor structure and typically extends in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle is situated, fastened and/or reinforced thereon.

Abstract: A vehicle structure includes a first member extending obliquely beneath an outer surface of an underbody component, and a second member extending at an acute angle to the first member. The second member is arranged to form an apex near an end of the first member. The vehicle structure also includes an interconnecting member connected to both the first and second members at locations offset from the apex. The first member, the second member, and the interconnecting member cooperate to enclose a portion of the underbody component.

Abstract: A transverse strut has two arms arranged in a V-shaped manner, and a first connecting element connects the two arms facing end regions thereof and for fastening the transverse strut in the front end of a motor vehicle. Second and third connecting elements are provided respectively at distal end regions of the arms. The second and third connecting elements are connected to the respective arms and function for the connection of the transverse strut. The arms and the connecting elements are formed as extruded profiles and/or formed sheet metal parts.

Abstract: A cross-brace structure for a police interceptor SUV includes a front member and a rear member, coupled through a connecting element. The front member has its two ends mounted over the rear floor of the vehicle, and the rear member has a first end and a second end, mounted on the left side rail and the right side rail of the vehicle, respectively. During an impact from the rear side, the crash load gets transferred to the non-impacted rear side through the rear bumper of the vehicle, and eventually, through the left and right rear side rails, towards the rear member of the cross-brace structure. The rear member transfers the crash load towards the front member, and further, towards the front portions of the vehicle, through the front sections of the left side rail and the right side rail.

Abstract: The present invention provides a center frame designed so that a center member, legs, and a lower plate can be formed by bending metal sheets, and to provide a manufacturing method for the center frame. A pair of front legs 13 and a pair of rear legs 14 are formed by bending metal sheets so as to have substantially reverse U-shaped cross-sections. The center member 10 is formed by bending a metal sheet so as to have a substantially square U-shaped cross-section. The front legs 13, the rear legs 14, the center member 10, a center front plate 22, and a center rear plate 23 are placed on and securely weld to the lower plate 18, which has an approximate X shape, in a plan view, and an isosceles trapezoidal shape in a lateral cross-section. This eliminates the need for expensive molds and makes it possible to easily manufacture the center frame from the center member, legs, and lower plate formed by bending metal sheets.

Abstract: Disclosed is a suspension subframe structure of a vehicle, which is capable of improving the overall rigidity of a suspension subframe to effectively receive input loads from suspension arms, while reducing the overall weight of the suspension subframe.

Abstract: A high-rigidity, light-weight bottom structure for a vehicle body is disclosed. The structure comprises a rectangular framework and an X-shaped frame member positioned inside the rectangular framework. The framework in the vicinity of an area where front wheels or rear wheels are provided is formed by a triangular frame part.

Abstract: The present invention provides a center frame designed so that a center member, legs, and a lower plate can be formed by bending metal sheets, and to provide a manufacturing method for the center frame. A pair of front legs 13 and a pair of rear legs 14 are formed by bending metal sheets so as to have substantially reverse U-shaped cross-sections. The center member 10 is formed by bending a metal sheet so as to have a substantially square U-shaped cross-section. The front legs 13, the rear legs 14, the center member 10, a center front plate 22, and a center rear plate 23 are placed on and securely weld to the lower plate 18, which has an approximate X shape, in a plan view, and an isosceles trapezoidal shape in a lateral cross-section. This eliminates the need for expensive molds and makes it possible to easily manufacture the center frame from the center member, legs, and lower plate formed by bending metal sheets.

Abstract: Disclosed is a suspension subframe structure of a vehicle, which is capable of improving the overall rigidity of a suspension subframe to effectively receive input loads from suspension arms, while reducing the overall weight of the suspension subframe.

Abstract: In a frame for an over the highway or off-highway truck or tractor, the frame includes a first and second frame rail and a composite cross-member comprising a first sheet, a second sheet and a core material sheet positioned between the first and second face sheet. The first and second face sheets being made of metal and plastic and the core material being made of any one of wood, plastic, honey-comb, foam and nomex. The first sheet, second sheet and core material sheet are all bonded together to form a cross-member. The cross-member is then mounted to frame rails to construct a truck or tractor frame.

Abstract: A tubular crossmember for a vehicle frame having spaced apart rails. The crossmember includes an “X” shaped member and two elongated members. Ends of legs of the “X” shaped member are constrained to ends of the elongated members. The two elongated members are parallel and are spaced apart by the “X” shaped member. The tubular crossmember is adapted to be connected to rails to construct a vehicle frame.

Abstract: A tubular crossmember for a vehicle frame having spaced apart rails. The crossmember includes an “X” shaped member and two elongated members. Ends of legs of the “X” shaped member are constrained to ends of the elongated members. The two elongated members are parallel and are spaced apart by the “X” shaped member. The tubular crossmember is adapted to be connected to rails to construct a vehicle frame.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a suspension arm that is constructed and arranged to elastically absorb transverse and longitudinal forces transferred from the wheels of a vehicle to the supporting structure. The supporting structure comprises two hollow rear axle supports, each formed by a high interior pressure metal forming process. The rear axle supports each have a variable cross-sectional shape and are connected to one another. Fastening devices are attached at opposite ends of each of the two hollow rear axle supports and are adapted for fastening the support structure to a vehicle.

Abstract: Interlocking towing skates for placement beneath the tires of a vehicle prior to winching onto a flatbed. Two or more skates can be locked together in accordance with the tire width of the vehicle to be towed, and the interlocked skates are placed beneath each tire. The disabled vehicle can be winched quickly and easily upward along the flatbed. The friction of the tires is greatly reduced as the salvage vehicle is drawn upward, and personal injury and/or damage to the transmission and/or tow truck hoist is eliminated. The towing skates are formed as an elongate hard unitary plastic member having a chock at one end, a flat mid-section, and an opposing ramped end. A series of interlocking teeth protrude laterally from one side, and a mating series of interlocking recesses are formed in the other side for locking side-by-side skates together.

Abstract: A dolly is provided for facilitating removal and installation of brake drums on vehicles. The dolly includes a frame having a cradle portion for supporting a brake drum. Wheels are rotatably mounted on the frame for moving the frame over a support surface into position beneath a brake drum. A handle projects from the frame for manually manipulating the frame into and out of position relative to the brake drum. An elevating linkage is provided for raising and lowering the frame relative to the wheels to lift and lower the brake drum relative to the vehicle.

Abstract: A motorcycle maneuvering apparatus for moving a motorcycle about in a cramped location. The motorcycle maneuvering apparatus includes a front dolly member having wheels, a pair of frame sections mounted thereupon, a pair of cross members secured to the frame sections, and a pair of tire support member threaded upon the cross members, and further includes a middle dolly member having wheels, a platform mounted thereupon, and a pair of adjustable kickstand retaining members, and also includes a rear dolly member having wheels, a pair of frame sections mounted thereupon, a pair of cross members secured to the frame sections, and a pair of tire support member threaded upon the cross members, and in addition includes a ramp member having a pair of arm members for removably mounting to the front and rear dolly members to load the tires thereupon.

Abstract: A wheel dolly for moving truck tires and drums to and from a wheel on a truck has an elongated frame for disposition on a base surface oriented in substantial axial alignment with the wheel of a vehicle. The frame has a pair of elongated and parallel spaced cylindrical members formed of sections which have telescoping adjacent ends. End braces extend across and are secured to the opposite ends of the cylindrical members. A carrier is slidably seated on the cylindrical members for movement therealong, and it has a planar central portion and angular portions depending therefrom outwardly of the frame to provide ramp surfaces. The carrier also has rollers supported on the lower surface of the central portion which are configured to seat on the cylindrical members.

Abstract: A dolly is provided for facilitating removal and installation of brake drums on vehicles. The dolly includes a frame having a cradle portion for supporting a brake drum. Wheels are rotatably mounted on the frame for moving the frame over a support surface into position beneath a brake drum. A handle projects from the frame for manually manipulating the frame into and out of position relative to the brake drum. An elevating linkage is provided for raising and lowering the frame relative to the wheels to lift and lower the brake drum relative to the vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle towing arrangement for towing a vehicle with one end of the towed vehicle being secured to the towing vehicle or extension thereof and the other end of the towed vehicle supported by an independent support component which component has at least one wheel. The support component can be secured to the towed vehicle.

Abstract: A dolly is provided for facilitating removal and installation of brake drums on vehicles. The dolly includes a frame having a cradle portion for supporting a brake drum. Wheels are rotatably mounted on the frame for moving the frame over a support surface into position beneath a brake drum. A handle projects from the frame for manually manipulating the frame into and out of position relative to the brake drum. An elevating linkage is provided for raising and lowering the frame relative to the wheels to lift and lower the brake drum relative to the vehicle.

Abstract: A dolly for lifting and transporting an automobile. The dolly is provided with a generally U-shaped frame including a base member and a pair of arm assemblies pivotally attached thereto. Each of the arm assemblies includes a load-bearing arm extending at substantially right angles from the base member and a torsion arm secured to the load-bearing arm. A pry bar is removably attached to the torsion arm for pivoting the load-bearing arm, which engages the wheel assembly of the automobile, to lift and transport the automobile. Secured to each of the load-bearing arms are casters to facilitate pivoting of the load-bearing arm and to provide for movement of the dolly over the ground surface. Latching mechanisms secured to the base member selectively secure the arm assemblies in a fixed position in which the automobile is in an elevated position and the casters are in rolling engagement with the ground surface.

Abstract: Improved wheel-lift apparatus comprising wheel dolly or caddy devices useful to provide mobility, lift and support for aircraft wheel assemblies for facilitating aircraft maneuverability in hanger or storage areas, comprised of generally U-shaped adjustable frame support devices having an adjustable cross member and a pair of parallel spaced extended end frame members defining an opening therebetween within which to laterally receive an aircraft wheel assembly, a pair of lift plate devices oppositely-disposed and supported by the extended frame members, respectively, at least one of the lift plate devices being pivotally movable to engage the wheel assembly to provide lift thereof, pivotal cam devices connected to the movable lift plate devices and providing upward and downward pivotal movement thereto, threaded rotatable gear devices having an elongated length dimension and engaging the pivotal cam devices on a distal free end thereof, said gear devices being movable along its length dimension to provide piv

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tire dolly (10) comprising a cross member (12) which comprises a cross member axle (12A). The cross member (12) further comprises a cross member left tire (12CL) securely mounted on a left distal end of the cross member axle (12A) by a cross member left axle cap (12AL) and a cross member right tire (12CR) securely mounted on a right distal end of the cross member axle (12A) by a cross member right axle cap (12AR). The tire dolly (10) further comprises a left fork (14L) which comprises a left fork shaft (14LA) securely mounted at an inner distal end onto the cross member (12). The left fork (14L) further comprises a left fork roller (14LB) rotatably longitudinally disposed upon the left fork shaft (14LA). The left fork (14L) further comprises a left fork cap (14LD) securely mounted at an outer distal end of the left fork shaft (14LA) functioning to retain the left fork roller (14LB) thereon.

Abstract: A Vehicle Support System comprising a plurality of dollies joined by a common axle. Each dolly sets upon a pair of tandem mounted castors which are free to rotate and pivot in any direction. In addition, at least one castor on each dolly is equipped with a castor brake. Each dolly further comprises a clevis which accepts the support point of the vehicle. Upon installation, the Vehicle Support System allows the vehicle to be moved about to a suitable location and then, by means of the castor brakes, fixed at that location.

Abstract: A motorcycle dolly which is composed of an elongated rigid chassis from which extends intermediate the ends of the chassis and at one side thereof a kickstand support platform. The chassis includes an elongated channel which is to be located close to the supporting surface thereby making it easy to move the tires of a motorcycle to within the channel. The kickstand of the motorcycle is to be supported on the kickstand support platform. The kickstand support platform and the chassis are to be movable on the supporting surface by wheels. The wheels that are connected to the chassis on the same side from which extends the kickstand support platform include a locking device so that the motorcycle dolly can be fixed in position while the motorcycle is being moved onto the dolly or being moved off the dolly.

Abstract: A vehicle dolly having a central hub, with a plurality of leg members projecting radially of the central hub, and each of the leg members having a caster wheel to support the central hub, and a support hub rotatably mounted to the central hub, with the support hub having a concave top wall, and the concave top wall having spaced guard rails to secure a vehicle wheel therebetween.

Abstract: A device for the safe and convenient supporting and transporting of vehicle tires comprising a base consisting of two side tubes positionable in a parallel relationship in a horizontal orientation, the tubes having front ends and rear ends, the base having a crosspiece secured to the side tubes adjacent to the front end and to the rear end with an axle secured with respect to the rear end of the side tubes with wheels rotatably secured to the ends of the axle for rotation; a handle formed of two parts, an upper part and a lower part, the upper part adapted for sliding movement up and down vertically with respect to the lower part and the base, the upper part having vertical rods and a cross piece horizontally oriented between the vertical rods at the upper end and with pairs of outwardly extending projections adjacent to the lower ends thereof, the lower part including parallel vertical rods with a cross rod at the upper end thereof and a bend for interacting with the outwardly extending projections of the up

Abstract: A device is disclosed for assisting in maintaining the structural rigidity of an automobile frame. It comprises a beam member having spaced apart ends each of which is adapted for attachment to a frame rail of a selected automobile frame at the point of attachment of a lower control arm strut of the automobile. The beam member serves to rigidly connect together the frame rails of the right and left sides of the automobile and maintain them in a predetermined rigid spaced apart relationship.

Abstract: The device attaches to and carries the brake drum and/or hub assembly of a vehicle, especially large vehicles such as commercial trucks and including semi-tractors and trailers. The device includes a hand truck, a jack that is attached to the hand truck, and an assembly attachment unit, operably connected to the jack, for securely attaching the device to the assembly. The jack provides height adjustment capability for the assembly attachment unit along an axis of the hand truck. Angle adjustment means also are provided for adjusting the angle of the assembly attachment unit to accommodate the angle presented by an exterior surface portion of the brake drum and/or hub assembly.

Abstract: An aircraft tug assembly is provided for moving an aircraft on the ground. The tug assembly includes a self-propelled chassis responsive to operator control. A cradle assembly is pivotally attached to a front portion of the chassis. The cradle assembly has an adjustable nosewheel receiving apparatus comprising two lateral arms adjustably engaged with a rear gate to define a nosewheel receiving corral therebetween, with the corral sizable to accommodate varying sized aircraft nosewheels. The chassis has a winch, or alternatively a telescoping arm, for pulling an aircraft nosewheel onto the cradle assembly and into the corral. An optional front gate may be used to enclose the nosewheel within the corral. Hydraulic actuators lift the cradle assembly with the nosewheel thereon so the tug assembly may move the aircraft without starting the aircraft engine.

Abstract: An aircraft tug assembly is provided for moving an aircraft on the ground. The tug assembly includes a self-propelled chassis responsive to operator control. A cradle assembly is pivotally attached to a front portion of the chassis. The cradle assembly has an adjustable nosewheel receiving apparatus comprising two lateral arms adjustably engaged with a rear gate to define a nosewheel receiving corral therebetween, with the corral sizable to accommodate varying sized aircraft nosewheels. The chassis has a winch for pulling an aircraft nosewheel onto the cradle assembly and into the corral. An optional front gate may be used to enclose the nosewheel within the corral. Hydraulic actuators lift the cradle assembly with the nosewheel thereon so the tug assembly may move the aircraft without starting the aircraft engine.

Abstract: A dolly or roll carriage which is utilized to serve as a traveling aid for a defective wheel of a motor vehicle. The dolly includes a traveling frame which is equipped with wheels, a ramp plate for the driving thereonto of the wheel, a well for the receipt and for the sideways fixing in position of the wheel and a front stop member for the wheel, whereby the stop member is generally constructed in the shape of a wheel rim.

Abstract: A dolly or roll carriage serving as a traveling aid for a defective wheel on a motor vehicle. The dolly includes an undercarriage equipped with rollers, a ramp plate for the driving ascent thereon of the defective wheel, a well for the receipt and for the lateral or sideways fixing of the wheel and a front stop member for the wheel whereby the stop member is generally configured in the shape of a wheel rim.

Abstract: The wheel changing apparatus includes a pair of angular arms supported at their outer ends by caster wheels or skids with the arms joined at their remaining ends by a connector housing. A handle on the housing facilitates raising and lowering of the arms and a vehicle wheel assembly in place thereon for wheel assembly removal and attachment to an axle mounted hub. Multiple rollers in each arm rotatably support the wheel assembly. The arms are collapsible toward one another and the handle repositionable between the arms for compact stowage of the apparatus in a vehicle.

Abstract: A roller storage system for facilitating storage of wheeled vehicles such as automobiles, boat or snowmobile trailers, farm equipment, and the like in otherwise inaccessible locations. The storage system involves the use of a low ramp-like truck or dolly for each wheel of the vehicle. The ramp has side walls and an end backstop wall. It is supported on opposite sides by longitudinally extending rollers located so that their bottom edges extend below the bottom surface of the ramp to permit easy lateral movement on the rollers. The vehicle to be stored is driven adjacent to the otherwise inaccessible storage area. A truck or dolly is located forward of each wheel and the vehicle is driven or pushed onto them and moved laterally into the otherwise inaccessible storage area.

Abstract: An aircraft tug assembly is provided for moving an aircraft on the ground. The tug assembly includes a self-propelled chassis responsive to operator control. A cradle assembly is pivotally attached to a front portion of the chassis. The cradle assembly has an adjustable nosewheel receiving apparatus comprising two lateral arms adjustably engaged with a rear gate to define a nosewheel receiving corral therebetween, with the corral sizable to accommodate varying sized aircraft nosewheels. The chassis has a winch for pulling an aircraft nosewheel onto the cradle assembly and into the corral. An optional front gate may be used to enclosed the nosewheel within the corral. Hydraulic actuators lift the cradle assembly with the nosewheel thereon so the tug assembly may move the aircraft without starting the aircraft engine.

Abstract: A dual wheel puller/dolly is provided and consists of a pair of mobile elongated frame members with an elongated rod extending transversely therebetween and a jack mechanism cooperative with the rod. An elongated roller is rotatively mounted onto the top of each frame member to engage with a pair of large heavy motor vehicle wheels. When the jack mechanism is operated the large heavy wheels will be lifted upwardly to be moved about. One of the elongated frame members can also be used with other components, such as a pair of chains and a socket, as a wheel hub puller so as to facilitate the removal of a wheel bearing therefrom.

Abstract: A self-propelled car is placed on a handcart in such a manner that it can freely ride on and ride off of the handcart. The handcart is provided with at least one roller which engages with the driving wheels of the self-propelled car to interrupt the running thereof.

Abstract: A dolly for an automobile comprises a first part which is U-shaped and includes a first side for engaging the tires of the automobile and casters. A second part is removably attached to the first part and provides a second side which can be pulled toward the first side to raise the automobile. The first and second parts are connected by threaded rods, and the two parts are pulled together by rotating nuts on the rods which also engage the first part of the dolly.

Abstract: A dolly for moving heavy objects and alternatively for holding heavy objects in a static position. The dolly has a U-shaped frame with rollers for supporting and moving a heavy object. In an alternate position, the frame blocks the movement of the heavy object.

Abstract: A tolley for supporting a wheel of a vehicle so that the vehicle may be driven or moved without the wheel touching the ground. The trolley has a hinged frame equipped with three or more wheels, a drive-on part which tilts upward when a wheel is driven onto the trolley and which then supports the wheel from behind, and a front support member. The front support member may be locked in place after the wheel has come to rest on the trolley. The trolley may be folded for storage.

Abstract: A portable wheel dolly (10) comprised of a shaft (12), a first support frame (14) and a second support frame (16) held in spaced, parallel relationship in an operating configuration and in end-to-end relationship in a stored configuration. The first and second support frames (14 and 16) have inclined face plates (36) to support one or more tires in an upright position. The shaft (12) slides through slip sleeves (40) at the midpoint of the first and second support frames (14 and 16) and engages nut (48) to hold the dolly (10) in the operating configuration. The shaft (12) slides through sleeves (50) and engages a nut (52) to hold the first and second support frames (14 and 16) in the stored configuration.