A radiator guard for a radiator

Abstract

The present subject matter relates to a radiator guard (102) for a radiator (900). The radiator guard (102) comprises a guard frame (104), and a grill (108) configured with the guard frame (104). The guard frame (104) includes at least a first directing 5 member (110). The grill (108) comprises a plurality of cells (202). The grill (108) includes a first end (108a), and a second end (108b) configured opposite to the first end (108a), wherein the first directing member (110) is configured with the first end (108a) of the grill (108). The first directing member (110) is configured at a first acute angle (δ) to an axis (X-X') of the radiator guard (102) to intercept and direct 10 air flow towards the radiator (900).

Description

TITLE OF INVENTIONA RADIATOR GUARD FOR A RADIATORFIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present subject matter is related, in general to a radiator, and more particularly, but not exclusively to a radiator guard for the radiator.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Radiators are a critical component as part of a vehicle's cooling system, ensuring that the engine operates within an optimal temperature range. The radiator acts as a heat exchanger circulating coolant through a network of tubes, with fins provided for dissipating heat from the engine coolant into the surrounding air. Ensuring proper airflow to the radiator is critical for achieving optimal performance of the radiator to efficiently cool the coolant. In most vehicles, radiators are located at the front of the vehicle which allows them to take advantage of the natural airflow, that is ram air, as the vehicle moves forward.

[0003] Conventionally, radiators are typically positioned horizontally at the front of the motorcycle, directly in front of the engine. Although this orientation of the radiator achieves satisfactory performance, the radiator projects outward on either side of the motorcycle leading to poor aesthetics for the vehicle.

[0004] Another configuration involves positioning the radiator vertically at the front of the engine and behind a front wheel of the vehicle. However, this vertical positioning of the radiator results in less direct exposure to the ram air, which reduces the airflow to the radiator since a large portion of the radiator is covered by the wheels and the front forks of the motorcycle. This results in inadequate airflow to the radiator, requiring an increase in size of nearly 20-50% of the vertically positioned radiator to achieve the same performance as a horizontally positioned radiator. This size increase of the vertically positioned radiator to achieve optimum performance results in a bulky assembly that increases weight and costs, while leading to other space constraints in the vehicle. Additionally, increasing the sizeof the radiator increases weight of the vehicle affecting the vehicle's handling and balance for the vehicle rider.

[0005] Radiators mounted on motorcycles are also vulnerable to debris and dirt due to their exposed position at the front of the vehicle behind the front wheel. These contaminants obstruct the radiator’s fins and tubes, reducing airflow to the radiator and impeding the cooling process. Overtime, the buildup of debris and dirt can also corrode the radiator’s surface, further diminishing its efficiency and lifespan. Conventionally, motorcycles utilize radiator guards mounted in front of the radiators to block and redirect dirt and debris away from the radiator. However, the mounting of the radiator guard obstructs airflow to the radiator and lowers the performance of the radiator, more prominently so in vertically mounted radiators.

[0006] Accordingly, a need or requirement exists for an efficient solution which can solve the above-mentioned problems.

[0007] Further limitations and disadvantages of conventional and traditional approaches will become apparent to one of skill in the art, through comparison of described systems with some aspects of the present disclosure, as set forth in the remainder of the present application and with reference to the drawings.SUMMARY

[0008] The following summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described below, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.

[0009] In an aspect, the present subject matter relates to a radiator guard for a radiator. The radiator guard comprises a guard frame, and a grill configured with the guard frame. The guard frame includes at least a first directing member. The grill comprises a plurality of cells. The grill includes a first end, and a second end configured opposite to the first end. The first directing member is configured with the first end of the grill. The first directing member is configured at a first acuteangle 5 to the axis X-X’ of the radiator guard to intercept and direct air flow towards the radiator.

[0010] In an embodiment, each of the plurality of cells includes at least one wall, and an opening, wherein the wall of adjacent cells of the plurality of cells are connected to define the opening.

[0011] In an embodiment, the wall of each of the plurality of cells is projected along a third direction from the guard frame. The wall is inclined at a third acute angle a to an axis X-X’ of the radiator guard.

[0012] In an embodiment, the guard frame includes a second directing member configured with the second end of the grill.

[0013] In an embodiment, the second directing member is projected along a second direction from the guard frame, such that the second directing member is inclined at a second acute angle [3 to an axis X-X’ of the radiator guard.

[0014] In an embodiment, the first acute angle 5 ranges between an angle of 10 degrees and 80 degrees.

[0015] In an embodiment, the second acute angle [3 ranges between an angle of 0 degrees and 60 degrees.

[0016] In an embodiment, the third acute angle a ranges between an angle of 10 degrees and 80 degrees.

[0017] In an embodiment, the guard frame comprising a plurality of side walls extending between the second directing member and the first directing member along the axis X-X’, such that the plurality of side walls are configured to enclose the grill from two opposite sides.

[0018] In an embodiment, a portion of the first directing member is projected beyond the grill.

[0019] In an embodiment, a curvature of the grill gradually increases from the second end towards the first end.

[0020] In an embodiment, size of the opening of the plurality of cells gradually increases from the first end to the second end.

[0021] In another aspect, the present subject matter discloses a vehicle. The vehicle comprises a radiator, and a radiator guard for the radiator. The radiator is mounted in front of a power unit of the vehicle, and the radiator guard is mounted to a front portion of the radiator, such that the radiator guard is configured to cover the radiator. The radiator guard comprises a guard frame, and a grill configured with the guard frame. The guard frame includes at least a first directing member. The grill comprises a plurality of cells. The grill includes a first end, and a second end configured opposite to the first end. The first directing member is configured with the first end of the grill. The first directing member is configured at a first acute angle 5 to the axis X-X’ of the radiator guard to intercept and direct air flow towards the radiator.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] The present invention will become more fully understood from the detailed description given herein below and the accompanying drawings which are given by way of illustration only, and thus are not limitative of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 1 illustrates a front view of a radiator guard of a a radiator of a vehicle, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0024] Figure 2 illustrates an isometric view of the radiator guard of Figure 1.

[0025] Figure 3a illustrates a side view of the radiator guard of Figure 1.

[0026] Figure 3b illustrates a side view of the radiator guard of Figure 1.

[0027] Figure 4 illustrates a front view of a grill of a radiator guard, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0028] Figure 5 illustrates an isometric view of a top end of the grill, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0029] Figure 6 illustrates an isometric view of a bottom end of the grill, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0030] Figure 7 illustrates a rear isometric view of the radiator guard of Figure 1.

[0031] Figure 8 illustrates a rear isometric view of the bottom end of the grill of Figure 6.

[0032] Figure 9 illustrates an isometric view of a radiator assembly, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0033] Figure 10 illustrates a front view of the radiator assembly of Figure 9.

[0034] Figure 11 illustrates a side view of the radiator assembly of Figure 9.

[0035] Figure 12 illustrates a side view of a two-wheeled vehicle incorporating the radiator assembly of present subject matter, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0036] Figure 13 illustrates an isometric view of the radiator guard of the vehicle in accordance with another embodiment of the invention.

[0037] Figure 14 illustrates a front view of the radiator guard of Figure 13.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0038] The present disclosure may be best understood with reference to the detailed figures and description set forth herein. Various embodiments are discussed below with reference to the figures. However, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the detailed descriptions given herein with respect to the figures are simply for explanatory purposes as the system may extend beyond the described embodiments. For example, the teachings presented, and the needs of a particular application may yield multiple alternative and suitable approaches to implement the functionality of any detail described herein. Therefore, any approach may extend beyond the particular implementation choices in the following embodiments described and shown.

[0039] References to “one embodiment,” “at least one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “one example,” “an example,” “for example,” and so on indicate that the embodiment(s) or example(s) may include a particular feature, structure, characteristic, property, element, or limitation but that not every embodiment orexample necessarily includes that particular feature, structure, characteristic, property, element, or limitation. Further, repeated use of the phrase “in an embodiment” does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment.

[0040] The present invention now will be described more fully hereinafter with different embodiments. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather those embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art.

[0041] The vehicle user is the primary operator / pilot of the vehicle but may also, depending on the context, include the secondary operator / passenger (if any) of the vehicle. The term “vehicle user” has been used interchangeably with “user”, “vehicle rider”, “vehicle operator”, “vehicle controller”, and “vehicle driver”, while conveying the same meaning. The term “vehicle” has been used interchangeably with “saddle-type vehicle”, “straddle -type vehicle”, and “motorcycle”, while conveying the same meaning.

[0042] The present invention is illustrated with a two-wheeled vehicle which may be an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) based vehicle, a Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), or an electric vehicle (EV). In a preferred embodiment, the vehicle may be an ICE-based two-wheeled vehicle.

[0043] The vehicle comprises a radiator, and a radiator guard for the radiator. The radiator is mounted in front of a power unit of the vehicle, and the radiator guard is mounted to a front portion of the radiator, such that the radiator guard is configured to cover the radiator.

[0044] The object of the present subject matter is to provide a radiator guard for a vehicle that can shield a vertically mounted radiator of the vehicle from dirt and debris, while ensuring adequate airflow to the to the radiator and without increasing the size of the radiator. The present subject matter aims at overcoming the technical problems mentioned above and the disadvantages in the existing art.

[0045] In accordance with the present disclosure, the present subject matter relates to a radiator guard for a radiator. The radiator guard comprises a guard frame, and a grill configured with the guard frame. The guard frame includes at least a first directing member. The grill comprises a plurality of cells. The grill includes a first end, and a second end configured opposite to the first end. The first directing member is configured with the first end of the grill. The first directing member is configured at a first acute angle 5 to the axis X-X’ of the radiator guard to intercept and direct air flow towards the radiator.

[0046] It is another objective of the present subject matter to provide a radiator guard for a radiator that offers enhanced performance of the radiator by directing a large quantity of incoming ram air towards the radiator. In view of addressing the same, the present subject matter, in an embodiment, the first directing member is configured at a first acute angle 5 to the axis X-X’ of the radiator guard to intercept and direct more air flow towards the radiator. In addition, each of the plurality of cells of the grill including at least one wall, and an opening, wherein the wall of adjacent cells of the plurality of cells are connected to define the opening. The opening in each of the plurality of cells allows the entry of air through the radiator guard into the radiator. The wall of each of the plurality of cells is projected along a third direction from the guard frame. The wall is inclined at a third acute angle a to an axis X-X’ of the radiator guard. The angled projection of the wall of the plurality of cells is oriented at an acute angle a in order in order to trap the incoming ram air that is flowing downwards and direct the ram air towards the radiator.

[0047] Additionally, the guard frame includes a second directing member configured with the second end of the grill. In an aspect, a portion of the first directing member is projected beyond the grill. Therefore, the second directing member and the first directing member are configured to capture incoming ram air and direct them towards the grill of the radiator guard.

[0048] The second directing member is projected along a second direction from the guard frame, such that the second directing member is inclined at a second acute angle [3 to an axis X-X’ of the radiator guard. The second directing member and thefirst directing member are oriented at a second acute angle P and a first acute angle 5 respectively, in order to allow the radiator guard to trap the incoming ram air that is flowing downwards and direct the ram air towards the radiator. As the vehicle moves, incoming ram air is directed onto the radiator guard which then flows over the surface of the radiator guard in a downward direction. Therefore, the second directing member, the first directing member, and the wall of the plurality of cells are able to capture a high volume of incoming ram air and direct it towards the radiator

[0049] It is another objective of the present subject matter to provide a radiator guard for a radiator that can cater to a wide range of vehicle configurations and cooling requirements. In view of addressing the same, the present subject matter, in an embodiment, provides the first acute angle 5 ranging between an angle of 10 degrees and 80 degrees. The second acute angle ranges between an angle of 0 degrees and 60 degrees. The third acute angle a ranges between an angle of 10 degrees and 80 degrees.

[0050] In an embodiment, a size of the opening of the plurality of cells gradually increases from the first end to the second end. Therefore, the second directing member, the first directing member, and the wall of the plurality of cells are oriented as necessary based on the configuration to draw more air towards the radiator and cooling requirement of the vehicle.

[0051] It is another objective of the present subject matter to provide a radiator guard for a radiator that is compact, durable, and can be securely mounted onto the radiator. In view of addressing the same, the present subject matter, in an embodiment, provides the guard frame comprising a plurality of side walls extending between the second directing member and the first directing member along the axis X-X’, such that the plurality of side walls are configured to enclose the grill from two opposite sides. Additionally, the guard frame, in an embodiment, may comprise one or more mounting provisions, wherein the one or more mounting provisions are configured to mount the radiator guard onto the radiator. Therefore,the present subject matter provides a radiator guard that is compact, durable, and can be securely mounted to a radiator.

[0052] Figure 1 illustrates a front view of a radiator guard of a vehicle, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0053] With reference to Figure 1, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 104 denotes a guard frame, 108 denotes a grill, and X-X’ denotes a vertical axis of the radiator guard.

[0054] The axis X-X’ is a vertical axis extending in a longitudinal direction through the radiator guard 102, such that the axis X-X’ substantially divides the radiator guard 102 into two equal halves, in a front view of the radiator guard 102.

[0055] The radiator guard 102 is mounted to a front portion of a radiator 900 (See Figure 9) and is configured to cover the radiator 900. The radiator guard 102 is configured to shield the radiator 900 of the vehicle 100 from dirt and debris, while capturing and directing a high volume of incoming ram air towards the radiator 900.

[0056] The radiator guard 102 comprises the guard frame 104, and the grill 108 configured with the guard frame 104. The grill 108 extends substantially symmetrically across either side of the axis X-X’. The grill 108 comprises a plurality of cells 202. The grill 108 has a curved profile, wherein the curvature of the grill 108 gradually increases from the top to the bottom of the radiator guard 102. The guard frame 104 includes at least a first directing member 110 (See Figure 2). The first directing member 110 is configured with the first end 108a of the grill 108.

[0057] The radiator guard 102 may be made of any of: ABS plastic, polycarbonate, fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP), carbon fiber, aluminium, and steel.

[0058] Figure 2 illustrates an isometric view of the radiator guard of Figure 1.

[0059] With reference to Figure 2, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 104 denotes a guard frame, 104a, 104b denote a plurality of side walls, 106 denotes a second directing member, 108 denotes a grill, 108a denotes a first end, 108b denotes a second end, 110 denotes a first directing member, 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d denoteone or more mounting provisions, and X-X’ denotes a vertical axis of the radiator guard.

[0060] The axis X-X’ is a vertical axis extending in a longitudinal direction through the radiator guard 102, such that the axis X-X’ can divide the radiator guard 102 into two equal halves, in a front view of the radiator guard 102.

[0061] The radiator guard 102 comprises the guard frame 104, and the grill 108 configured with the guard frame 104. The guard frame 104 comprises a second directing member 106 disposed on a second end / top end of the guard frame 104, and a first directing member 110 disposed on a first end / bottom end of the guard frame 104. The second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110 are configured to capture incoming ram air and direct them towards the grill of the radiator guard 102.

[0062] In an exemplary embodiment, the second directing member 106 may comprise any geometric shape including all polygons including but not limited to triangles, squares, rectangles, trapeziums, pentagons, hexagons, heptagons, octagons, parallelograms, and rhombuses. In an embodiment, the second directing member 106 may be a rectangle with a width ranging from 2 centimetres to 30 centimetres and a length ranging from 10 centimetres to 100 centimetres. In an exemplary embodiment, the thickness of the second directing member 106 may range from 0.1 centimetres to 5 centimetres.

[0063] In an exemplary embodiment, the first directing member 110 may comprise any geometric shape matching the second directing member 106, or any geometric shape including all polygons including but not limited to triangles, squares, rectangles, trapeziums, pentagons, hexagons, heptagons, octagons, parallelograms, and rhombuses. In an exemplary embodiment, first directing member 110 may be a rectangle with a width ranging from 5 centimetres to 50 centimetres and a length ranging from 10 centimetres to 100 centimetres. In an embodiment, the thickness of the first directing member 110 may range from 0.1 centimetres to 5 centimetres.

[0064] In an embodiment, the first directing member 110 can have a width greater than that of the second directing member 106. Therefore, in an embodiment, the first directing member 110 projects further outward from the guard frame 104 than the second directing member 106. In an embodiment, a portion of the first directing member 110 is projected beyond the grill 108. This allows the first directing member 110 to trap the incoming ram air that is flowing downwards or towards the first end 108a parallel to the surface of the radiator guard 102 and direct the ram air towards the radiator 900.

[0065] In an embodiment, the guard frame 104 comprises a plurality of side walls 104a, 104b extending between the second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110 along the axis X-X’ . The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b extend parallel to the axis X-X’ and are configured to enclose the grill 108 from two opposite sides. In an embodiment, the plurality of side walls 104a, 104b may comprise a left side wall 104a disposed on a left side of the axis X-X’ in a front view of the radiator guard 102, and a right side wall 104b disposed on a right side of the axis X-X’ in a front view of the radiator guard 102. A combined structure of the plurality of side walls 104a, 104b with the first directing member 110 and the second directing member 106 act as a funnel to prevent dispersion of air from sides.

[0066] The plurality of side walls 104a may comprise any geometric shape including all polygons including but not limited to triangles, squares, rectangles, trapeziums, pentagons, hexagons, heptagons, octagons, parallelograms, and rhombuses. In an embodiment, the plurality of side walls 104a may be a rectangle with a width ranging from 2 centimetres to 30 centimetres and a length ranging from 10 centimetres to 100 centimetres. In an embodiment, the thickness of the plurality of side walls 104a may range from 0.1 centimetres to 5 centimetres.

[0067] In an embodiment, the plurality of side walls 104a, 104b may comprise curved irregular polygons with curved boundaries such that the plurality of side walls 104a, 104b are configured to gradually increase in width from the top / second end to the bottom / first end of the radiator guard 102 in order to align with the curvature of the grill 108.

[0068] In an embodiment, the guard frame 104 comprises one or more mounting provisions 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d. The one or more mounting provisions 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d are configured to mount the radiator guard 102 onto the radiator 900. The one or more mounting provisions 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d may be disposed on any of: the first directing member 110, the second directing member 106, the plurality of side walls 104a, 104b, or any location on the guard frame 104 of the radiator guard 102. In an embodiment, the one or more mounting provisions 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d may be disposed on atop portion of the second directing member 106 and a bottom portion of the first directing member 110.

[0069] The one or more mounting provisions 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d may be any of one or more standard mounting holes, brackets, or slots that may be configured to mount the radiator guard 102 onto the radiator 900. The radiator guard 102 may be mounted on the radiator 900 by means of any of: bolted connections, welded connections, riveted connections, screwed or threaded connections, adhesive bonding, clamping, snap-fit or interlocking mechanisms, magnetic mounting, straps, bands, cotter pins, and sliding / slot-mounted systems. In a preferred embodiment, the radiator guard 102 may be mounted on the radiator 900 by bolted connections.

[0070] The grill 108 comprises a plurality of cells 202. The grill 108 includes the first end 108a, and the second end 108b configured opposite to the first end 108a. The curvature of the grill 108 gradually increases from the first end 108a towards the second end 108b. In an embodiment, the first end 108a is a top end of the grill 108, and the second end 108b is a bottom end of the grill 108. The grill 108 extends symmetrically across either side of the axis X-X’ . The grill 108 is enclosed by the plurality of side walls 104a, 104b from two opposite sides.

[0071] The grill 108 may have aprofile comprising any geometric shape including all polygons including but not limited to circles, ovals, ellipses, triangles, squares, rectangles, trapeziums, pentagons, hexagons, heptagons, octagons, parallelograms, and rhombuses. In a preferred embodiment, grill 108 may have a profile of a rectangle with a width ranging from 5 centimetres to 80 centimetres and a lengthranging from 10 centimetres to 100 centimetres. In an embodiment, the thickness of the grill 108 may range from 0.05 centimetres to 5 centimetres.

[0072] The grill 108 has a curved profde, wherein the curvature of the grill 108 gradually increases from the top to the bottom of the radiator guard 102. The curvature of the grill 108 may have a radius of curvature ranging from 0.5 metres to 20 metres. The radius of curvature of the grill 108 may decrease from the top to the bottom of the radiator guard 102, as the curvature of the grill 108 gradually increases.

[0073] Figure 3a illustrates a side view of the radiator guard of Figure 1.

[0074] With reference to Figure 3a, 104 denotes a guard frame, 104a, 104b denote a plurality of side walls, 106 denotes a second directing member, 110 denotes a first directing member, [3 denotes a second acute angle, 5 denotes a third acute angle, and X-X’ denotes a vertical axis of the radiator guard.

[0075] The second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110 are disposed at acute angles with respect to the axis X-X’. This inclination of the second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110 allow them to capture a high volume of incoming ram air and direct it towards the grill 108 of the radiator guard 102.

[0076] The first directing member 110 is projected along a first direction from the guard frame 104, wherein the first directing member 110 is inclined at a first acute angle 5 to the axis X-X’ of the radiator guard 102. The first acute angle 5 ranges between an angle of 10 degrees and 80 degrees. In a preferred embodiment, the first acute angle 5 is an angle of 45 degrees, whereby the first directing member 110 is inclined to the axis X-X’ by an angle of 45 degrees.

[0077] The second directing member 106 is projected along a second direction from the guard frame 104, wherein the second directing member 106 is inclined at a second acute angle [3 to the axis X-X’ of the radiator guard 102. The second acute angle [3 ranges between an angle of 0 degrees and 60 degrees. In a preferredembodiment, the second acute angle is an angle of 45 degrees, whereby the second directing member 106 is inclined to the axis X-X’ by an angle of 45 degrees.

[0078] The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b extend between the second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110 along the axis X-X’. The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b extend parallel to the axis X-X’ and are configured to enclose the grill 108 from two opposite sides.

[0079] Figure 3b illustrates a side view of the radiator guard of Figure 1.

[0080] With reference to Figure 3b, 104 denotes a guard frame, 104a, 104b denote a plurality of side walls, 106 denotes a second directing member, and 110 denotes a first directing member.

[0081] The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b extend between the second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110.

[0082] Figure 4 illustrates a front view of a grill of a radiator guard, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0083] With reference to Figure 4, 108 denotes a grill, 202a denotes an opening, and 204 denotes a wall.

[0084] The grill 108 comprises a plurality of cells 202. The plurality of cells 202 in the grill 108 may be of a number ranging from 2 to 10000 depending on the size of the grill 108.

[0085] Each of the plurality of cells include at least one wall 204 and an opening 202a. The wall 204 of adjacent cells of the plurality of cells 202 are connected to define the opening 202a. The wall 204 of each of the plurality of cells 202 is connected such that the two ends of the wall 204 are connected to: the ends of the wall 204 of laterally adjacent cells, and also connected to the middle portion of vertically adjacent cells forming a hexagonal packed / arranged structure. The wall 204 may have a width ranging from 5 centimetres to 80 centimetres and the thickness of the wall 204 may range from 0.03 centimetres to 3 centimetres.

[0086] In an embodiment, the wall 204 of each of the plurality of cells 202 has an irregular octagonal shape. The plurality of cells 202 are arranged in a hexagonal packed structure / arrangement and have a netted appearance.

[0087] The opening 202a of each of the plurality of cells 202 allow the incoming ram air to pass through the grill 108 and towards the radiator 900. The opening 202a of each of the plurality of cells 202 may have a profile of any geometric shape including all polygons including but not limited to circles, ovals, ellipses, triangles, squares, rectangles, trapeziums, pentagons, hexagons, heptagons, octagons, parallelograms, and rhombuses. In a preferred embodiment, opening 202a of each of the plurality of cells 202 may have a profile of an irregular hexagon having a surface area ranging from 0.5 square centimetres to 10 square centimetres, formed by the connection between the wall 204 of adjacent cells of the plurality of cells 202.

[0088] In an embodiment, the wall 204 of adjacent cells of the plurality of cells 202 may be connected to each other by means of any of: bolted connections, welded connections, riveted connections, screwed or threaded connections, adhesive bonding, clamping, snap-fit or interlocking mechanisms, magnetic mounting, straps, bands, cotter pins, and sliding / slot-mounted systems. In a preferred embodiment, the wall 204 of adjacent cells of the plurality of cells 202 may be connected to each other by means of adhesive bonding. In another embodiment, the plurality of cells 202 may be formed together in a casting process.

[0089] Figure 5 illustrates an isometric view of a top end of the grill, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0090] With reference to Figure 5, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 104a, 104b denote a plurality of side walls, 106 denotes a second directing member, 108 denotes a grill, 112a, 112b denote one or more mounting provisions, 202a denotes an opening, 204 denotes a wall, a denotes a first acute angle, and X-X’ denotes a vertical axis of the radiator guard.

[0091] In an embodiment, the wall 204 of each of the plurality of cells 202 is projected along a third direction from the guard frame 104, wherein the wall 204 is inclined at a third acute angle a to the axis X-X’ of the radiator guard 102. The third acute angle a ranges between an angle of 10 degrees and 80 degrees. In a preferred embodiment, the third acute angle a is an average of the second acute angle [3 and the first acute angle 5. In an embodiment, the third acute angle a, the second acute angle [3, and the first acute angle 5 are all equal to 45 degrees. This inclination of the wall 204 of each of the plurality of cells 202 allows the plurality of cells 202 to capture incoming ram air and direct it towards the radiator 900.

[0092] Figure 6 illustrates an isometric view of a bottom end of the grill, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0093] With reference to Figure 6, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 104a, 104b denote a plurality of side walls, 108 denotes a grill, 110 denotes a first directing member, 112c, 112d denote one or more mounting provisions, 202a denotes an opening, and 204 denotes a wall.

[0094] The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b extend between the second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110. The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b are configured to enclose the grill 108 from two opposite sides.

[0095] Figure 7 illustrates a rear isometric view of the radiator guard of Figure 1.

[0096] With reference to Figure 7, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 104a, 104b denote a plurality of side walls, 106 denotes a second directing member, 108 denotes a grill, 108a denotes a first end, 108b denotes a second end, 110 denotes a first directing member, 112a, 12b, 112c, 112d denote one or more mounting provisions, 202a denotes an opening, and 204 denotes a wall.

[0097] The radiator guard 102 comprises the guard frame 104, and the grill 108 configured with the guard frame 104. The guard frame 104 comprises a second directing member 106 disposed on a top end of the guard frame 104, and a first directing member 110 disposed on a bottom end of the guard frame 104. The grill 108 comprises the plurality of cells 202. The grill 108 has a curved profile, whereinthe curvature of the grill 108 gradually increases from the top to the bottom of the radiator guard 102. The curvature of the grill 108 gradually increases from the second end 108b towards the first end 108a.

[0098] The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b extend between the second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110. The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b are configured to enclose the grill 108 from two opposite sides.

[0099] In an embodiment, the plurality of side walls 104a, 104b may comprise curved irregular polygons with curved boundaries such that the plurality of side walls 104a, 104b are configured to gradually increase in width from the top to the bottom of the radiator guard 102 in order to align with the curvature of the grill 108.[000100] In an embodiment, the one or more mounting provisions 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d may be disposed on a top portion of the second directing member 106 and a bottom portion of the first directing member 110.[000101] Figure 8 illustrates a rear isometric view of the bottom end of the grill of Figure 6.[000102] With reference to Figure 8, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 104a, 104b denote a plurality of side walls, 108 denotes a grill, 110 denotes a first directing member, 112c, I I2d denote one or more mounting provisions, 202a denotes an opening, and 204 denotes a wall.[000103] The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b extend between the second directing member 106 and the first directing member 110. The plurality of side walls 104a, 104b are configured to enclose the grill 108 from two opposite sides.[000104] Figure 9 illustrates an isometric view of a radiator assembly, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.[000105] With reference to Figure 9, 102 denotes a radiator guard, and 900 denotes a radiator.[000106] The radiator 900 is mounted in front of a power unit 902 of the vehicle 100. In a preferred embodiment, the power unit 902 may be an Internal combustion engine of the vehicle 100.[000107] The radiator guard 102 mounted to a front portion of the radiator 900 and is configured to cover the radiator 900. The radiator guard 102 is configured to shield the radiator 900 of the vehicle 100 from dirt and debris, while capturing and directing a high volume of incoming ram air towards the radiator 900.[000108] The radiator guard 102 comprises one or more mounting provisions 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d that are configured to mount the radiator guard 102 onto the radiator 900. The radiator guard 102 may be mounted on the radiator 900 by means of any of: bolted connections, welded connections, riveted connections, screwed or threaded connections, adhesive bonding, clamping, snap-fit or interlocking mechanisms, magnetic mounting, straps, bands, cotter pins, and sliding / slot-mounted systems. In a preferred embodiment, the radiator guard 102 may be mounted on the radiator 900 by bolted connections.[000109] Figure 10 illustrates a front view of the radiator assembly of Figure 9.[000110] With reference to Figure 10, 102 denotes a radiator guard, and 900 denotes a radiator.[000111] The radiator guard 102 mounted to a front portion of the radiator 900 by means of the one or more mounting provisions 112a, 112b, 112c, 112d and is configured to cover the radiator 900.[000112] Figure 11 illustrates a side view of the radiator assembly of Figure 9.[000113] With reference to Figure 11, 102 denotes a radiator guard, and 900 denotes a radiator.[000114] The radiator 900 is mounted in a vertical orientation on the vehicle 100. The radiator 900 is mounted at an inclination along a vehicle longitudinal axis towards a vehicle forward direction. The radiator guard 102 is aligned with theradiator 900 and therefore, is also inclined along a vehicle longitudinal axis towards a vehicle forward direction. The radiator 900 and the radiator guard 102 may be inclined by an angle ranging between 10 degrees and 90 degrees from the horizontal ground plane. In a preferred embodiment, radiator 900 and the radiator guard 102 may be inclined by an angle of 70 degrees from the horizontal ground plane.[000115] Figure 12 illustrates a side view of a two-wheeled vehicle incorporating the present subject matter, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.[000116] With reference to Figure 12, 100 denotes a vehicle, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 900 denotes a radiator, and 902 denotes a power unit of the vehicle.[000117] The radiator 900 is mounted in front of a power unit 902 of the vehicle 100. In a preferred embodiment, the power unit 902 may be an Internal combustion engine of the vehicle 100.[000118] The radiator 900 is mounted in a vertical orientation on the vehicle 100. The radiator 900 is mounted at an inclination along a vehicle longitudinal axis towards a vehicle forward direction. The radiator guard 102 is aligned with the radiator 900 and therefore, is also inclined along a vehicle longitudinal axis towards a vehicle forward direction. In a preferred embodiment, radiator 900 and the radiator guard 102 may be inclined by an angle of 70 degrees from the horizontal ground plane.[000119] Figure 13 illustrates an isometric view of the radiator guard of the vehicle in accordance with another embodiment of the invention.[000120] With reference to Figure 13, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 108 denotes a grill, 108a denotes a first end, and 108b denotes a second end.[000121] Figure 13 illustrates an embodiment of the radiator guard 102, wherein a size of the opening 202a of the plurality of cells 202 gradually increases from the first end 108a to the second end 108b. The openings 202a which are located towards the first end 108a are bigger in size compared to the openings 202a which are configured towards to the second end 108b. This increase in size of theopening 202a of the plurality of cells 202 is to capture a high volume of incoming ram air and direct it towards the radiator 900.[000122] In an embodiment, a density of the plurality of cells 202 towards the second end 108b of the grill 108 is more compared to a density of the plurality of cells 202 towards the first end 108a of the grill 108.[000123] Figure 14 illustrates a front view of the radiator guard of Figure 13.[000124] With reference to Figure 14, 102 denotes a radiator guard, 108 denotes a grill, 108a denotes a first end, and 108b denotes a second end.[000125] The terms “an embodiment”, “embodiment”, “embodiments”, “the embodiment”, “the embodiments”, “one or more embodiments”, “some embodiments”, and “one embodiment” mean “one or more (but not all) embodiments of the invention(s)” unless expressly specified otherwise. The terms “including”, “comprising”, “having” and variations thereof mean “including but not limited to”, unless expressly specified otherwise. The terms “a”, “an” and “the” mean “one or more”, unless expressly specified otherwise.[000126] In light of the above-mentioned advantages and the technical advancements provided by the present disclosure, the claimed subject matter is not routine, conventional, or well understood in the art, as the claimed vehicle enable the following solutions to the existing problems in conventional technologies. In view of the above, the claimed invention may not be considered abstract and may not be obvious to a person skilled in the art. Further, the claimed subject matter and constructional features provide a technical solution to a technical problem.[000127] Finally, the language used in the specification has been principally selected for readability and instructional purposes, and it may not have been selected to delineate or circumscribe the inventive subject matter and is therefore intended that the scope of the invention be limited not by this detailed description, but rather by any claims that issue on an application based here on. Accordingly, the embodiments of the present invention are intended to be illustrative, but not limiting, of the scope of the invention, which is set forth in the following claims.[000128] While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed herein, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. A person with ordinary skills in the art will appreciate that the systems, modules, and submodules have been illustrated and explained to serve as examples and should not be considered limiting in any manner. It will be further appreciated that the variants of the above disclosed system elements, modules, and other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, may be combined to create other different systems or applications. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that any of the aforementioned system modules may be suitably replaced, reordered, or removed, and additional steps and / or system modules may be inserted, depending on the needs of a particular application.[000129] While the present disclosure has been described with reference to certain embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes may be made and equivalents may be substituted without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings of the present disclosure without departing from its scope . Therefore, it is intended that the present disclosure not be limited to the particular embodiment disclosed, but that the present disclosure will include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims.List of Reference Numerals100: Vehicle102: Radiator guard104: Guard frame104a, 104b: Plurality of side walls106: Second directing member108: Grill108a: First end108b: Second end110: First directing member112a, 112b, 112c, 112d: One or more mounting provisions 202: Plurality of cells202a: Opening204: Wall900: Radiator902: Power unit5: First acute angleP: Second acute anglea: Third acute angleX-X’: Axis of the Radiator Guard

Claims

We Claim:

1. A radiator guard (102) for a radiator (900), the radiator guard (102) comprising:a guard frame (104), the guard frame (104) including at least a first directing member (110); anda grill (108) configured with the guard frame (104), the grill (108) comprising a plurality of cells (202), wherein the grill (108) includes:a first end (108a), anda second end (108b) configured opposite to the first end (108a), andwherein the first directing member (110) is configured with the first end (108a) of the grill (108), andwherein the first directing member (110) is configured at a first acute angle (6) to the axis (X-X') of the radiator guard (102) to intercept and direct air flow towards the radiator (900).

2. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the plurality of cells (202) includes at least one wall (204) and an opening (202a), whereinthe wall (204) of adjacent cells of the plurality of cells (202) being connected to define the opening (202a).

3. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the wall (204) of each of the plurality of cells (202) is projected along a third direction from the guard frame (104), wherein the wall (204) is inclined at a third acute angle (a) to an axis (X-X') of the radiator guard (102), and wherein the third acute angle (a) ranges between an angle of 10 degrees and 80 degrees.

4. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the guard frame (104) includes a second directing member (106) configured with the second end (108b) of the grill (108).

5. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the second directing member (106) is projected along a second direction from the guard frame (104), wherein the second directing member (106) is inclined at a second acute angle ( ) to an axis (X-X') of the radiator guard (102), and wherein the second acute angle ( ) ranges between an angle of 0 degrees and 60 degrees.

6. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the first acute angle (6) ranges between an angle of 10 degrees and 80 degrees.

7. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the guard frame (104) comprises a plurality of side walls (104a, 104b) extending between the second directing member (106) and the first directing member (110) along the axis (X-X'), wherein the plurality of side walls (104a, 104b) are configured to enclose the grill (108) from two opposite sides.

8. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 4, wherein a portion of the first directing member (110) is projected beyond the grill (108).

9. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 2, wherein size of the openings (202a) of the plurality of cells (202) gradually increases from the first end (108a) to the second end (108b).

10. The radiator guard (102) for the radiator (900) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a curvature of the grill (108) gradually increases from the second end (108b) towards the first end (108a).

11. A vehicle (100), the vehicle (100) comprising:a radiator (900) mounted in front of a power unit (902) of the vehicle (100); anda radiator guard (102) mounted to a front portion of the radiator (900), the radiator guard (102) being configured to cover the radiator (900), wherein the radiator guard (102) comprising:a guard frame (104), the guard frame (104) including at least a first directing member (110); anda grill (108) configured with the guard frame (104), the grill (108) comprising a plurality of cells (202), wherein the grill (108) includes:a first end (108a), anda second end (108b) configured opposite to the first end (108a), andwherein the first directing member (110) is configured with the first end (108a) of the grill (108), andwherein the first directing member (110) is configured at a first acute angle (6) to the axis (X-X') of the radiator guard (102) to intercept and direct air flow towards the radiator (900).

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