Pocket housing for the housing of a shock/energy absorbing member, comprises a bellows construction

摘要

The pocket comprises (10) is mounted within a rail (14) that extends longitudinally a;long the vehicle and is covered with a bumper unit. The pocket includes a closed end (24) that is adjacent to the bumper and an open end (26) that is adjacent to the rail unit cavity (27). This enables the energy absorbing unit to crush or deform in the event of a collision.