DEFORMABLE VEHICLE CABIN WITH INVERTED DEFORMATION MODE

摘要

The cabin comprises an outer frame, the outer frame comprising a plurality of outer frame members defining side 60, roof and base 16 portions of the vehicle cabin; a front frame 62 comprising a plurality of front frame members defining a front portion of the vehicle cabin where a shock impact is to be expected, wherein the front frame is connected to the outer frame by yieldable connecting means 110 and is of a size whereby, upon application of sufficient force the front frame moves within the outer frame, substantially without disrupting the outer frame. The front frame 62 is connected to a headstock frame member 80 by energy absorbing elements 106 with yieldable regions. The means 110 are provided by front side panels.