Patent ID: 8042862
Filing Date: 2011-10-25
Classification: B62D

Abstract:
1. A reinforcement system for a body frame rail in a motor vehicle, comprising: a frame rail including a first wall and a second wall, the length of the frame rail extending in a longitudinal direction and the width of the frame rail extending in a lateral direction; a collar in contact with the frame rail and extending in a substantially perpendicular direction to the frame rail, the collar configured to attach to a suspension system; a reinforcing brace configured to attach to the collar, the reinforcing brace including a first side wall and a second side wall; wherein the first side wall and the second side wall of the reinforcing brace extend approximately in the lateral direction between the first wall and the second wall of the frame rail; and wherein the reinforcing brace includes a plurality of walls that extend radially outwards from the collar.