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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 16, 2004
Filed:
Nov. 12, 2002
Andrew Z. Glovatsky, Plymouth, MI (US);
Daniel R. Vander sluis, Plymouth, MI (US);
Visteon Global Technologies, Inc., Dearborn, MI (US);
Abstract
An integrated vehicle structure combines the mechanical and electrical systems of the vehicle. The integrated vehicle structure generally comprises a vehicle support structure, a flatwire extending along the vehicle support structure, and an electronic site incorporated to the flatwire. Preferably, the electronic site is supported directly on the vehicle support structure, and is a flexible circuit board. Alternately, the electronic site can be a rigid circuit board. Most preferably, the electronic site is integrally formed with the flatwire. The vehicle support preferably comprises a cross-car beam, which includes both metal and plastic components.