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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 28, 2018
Filed:
Aug. 08, 2017
Ford Global Technologies, Llc, Dearborn, MI (US);
Larry Phillip Feist, Pinckney, MI (US);
Daniel Ray Moss, Ortonville, MI (US);
Richard J Anton, Northville, MI (US);
Ford Global Technologies, LLC, Dearborn, MI (US);
Abstract
In certain situations, it is desirable to mount an engine accessory to a frame member of the vehicle. Such frame member might be a convenient structural element proximate a desired location for the engine accessory. Because the frame member is often hollow, conventional mounting techniques may crush it. A system and method for attaching first and second brackets to the frame member are disclosed. The bracket systems may have piloting, locating, and anti-rotation features to provide secure attachment points. A vehicle accessory is mounted at the distal ends of the first and second brackets.