Panel assembly and panel connection structure
The panel assembly system with engaging protrusions and biasing members simplifies and accelerates the assembly of truck cargo area panels, addressing the need for precise adhesive application and skilled labor in existing structures.
JP7756625B2Active Publication Date: 2025-10-20ALLSAFE JAPAN LTD
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- JP2022193225
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2021-03-31
- Filing Date
- 2022-12-02
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-20
- Estimated Expiration
- 2041-12-02
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing panel connection structures for truck cargo areas require precise application of adhesives and wedges, necessitating advanced skills and prolonged assembly times, especially under conditions of heavy loads and accelerations.
Method used
A panel assembly system utilizing engaging protrusions, lock keys, and biasing members that allow for secure connection between panels, enabling assembly by less skilled individuals and reducing assembly time.
Benefits of technology
Facilitates sturdy and efficient panel assembly by simplifying the process, allowing for quicker and more reliable connections without the need for advanced skills.
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Abstract
To provide a panel connection structure that enables even a person unfamiliar with assembling a luggage compartment of a truck to assemble it sturdily. [Solution] The panel assembly comprises a first panel extending in a first extension direction, a second panel extending in a second extension direction intersecting the first panel, an engaging protrusion 11 provided at a first end of the first panel and protruding in a predetermined direction, a first engaged portion 21a provided at a second end of the second panel and engaging with the engaging protrusion 11 from one side in a transverse direction intersecting the predetermined direction, a second engaged portion provided at the second end and engaging with the engaging protrusion 11 or another portion of the first end from the other side in the transverse direction, a lock key 30 having a base end attached to the second end and capable of swinging in the transverse direction, and a biasing member that biases the lock key 30; when the lock key 30 is biased by the biasing member 40 toward the engaging protrusion 11 while the engaging protrusion 11 is engaged with the first engaged portion 21a, the tip of the lock key 30 engages with the lock key engaging portion 11c of the engaging protrusion 11.
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