Inventors:
Robert L. Peterson - Portland OR, US
International Classification:
B23P 11/00, B23K 37/047, B23K 37/04
Abstract:
The present invention generally relates to a beam suitable for providing support to, for example, an automobile body. More specifically, the present invention relates to a steel boxed I-beam structure having compound curves, formed without use of a dedicated fixture or jig. Typically, the steel boxed I-beam structure provides a strong support that can be manufactured with a minimum of effort, and without the use of heavier shop machinery.