Patent ID: 6050579
Filing Date: 2000-04-18
Classification: B29C,B60R

Abstract:
A running board having an original shape comprising:an outer shell of molded plastic defining a cavity; anda core of polyurethane foam having a density in the range of 110 kg/m.sup.3 to 150 kg/m.sup.3, the foam having sufficient resiliency to permit the running board to return to substantially its original shape following removal of a load of predetermined magnitude;the running board extending from a first end to a second end and having an upwardly facing portion positioned to receive a load placed thereon and a downwardly facing portion, wherein the running board, when supported by a plurality of brackets and when subjected to a 305 pound vertical load placed on the upwardly facing portion at a location on center between brackets, has a maximum deflection no greater than 15 millimeters and a maximum permanent set no greater than 5 millimeters.