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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 10, 2015
Filed:
Aug. 29, 2012
Matthew James Gielda, Peoria, IL (US);
Derick Lee Hinderliter, Mapleton, IL (US);
Rajesh Mishra, Dunlap, IL (US);
Thomas Allan Jenne, Peoria, IL (US);
Matthew James Gielda, Peoria, IL (US);
Derick Lee Hinderliter, Mapleton, IL (US);
Rajesh Mishra, Dunlap, IL (US);
Thomas Allan Jenne, Peoria, IL (US);
Caterpillar Inc., Peoria, IL (US);
Abstract
A latch load distribution system and method for assembling such for a vehicle are disclosed. The latch load distribution system may comprise a window, a door, a latch bracket and a door handle. The door may include a window and a door frame surrounding the window. The door frame may include an inner panel and an outer panel joined to the inner panel. The outer panel may define a cavity having an inner sidewall and a mouth with a mount width. The latch bracket may have a latch bracket length, and may include a primary end, a body and a secondary end. The primary end may be disposed in the cavity and may be coupled to the outer panel. The door handle may be coupled to the door frame and the latch bracket.