Patent ID: 6158773
Filing Date: 2000-12-12
Classification: B60G,B62D

Abstract:
A frame for a vehicle, comprising:at least two longitudinal members (8) composed of composite material;at least two suspension members (6);at least one axle (5) supported by the suspension members (6);at least two connection devices (12, 16-19), each one of the connecting devices (12, 16-19) connecting one of the suspension members (6) to one of the two longitudinal members (8);the connection device (12, 16-19) including a connecting trestle (12), the connecting trestle (12) having upper and lower ends and at least two standing sidewalls;each of the longitudinal members (8) including receiving surfaces;the upper end of the trestle (12) positioned at the receiving surfaces of each of the two longitudinal members (8); andthe at least two standing sidewalls of the upper end of the trestle (12) glued to the receiving surfaces of each of the longitudinal members (8).