Stossenergie absorbierendes Element für ein Kraftfahrzeug

摘要

An impact energy absorption structure for a vehicle, comprises left and right front frames (1) having a closed section; left and right L-shaped stay members (6) connected at their lower ends to the left and right front frames (1), respectively and having left and right upper ends (63) projecting upwardly above the left and right front frames; and a bent member (5) curved convexly in the forward direction of the vehicle and transversely connected at its left and right ends to the left and right upper ends of the frames (1), stays (63), respectively. The impact energy absorption structure is accommodated within a small space between the front bumper and the front end of the front frame and is particularly suitable for vehicles having a short overhanging front section such as one-box cars. As a result, in the event of a minor collision, the impact energy is absorbed by the deformation of the impact energy absorption structure without operating the air bag.