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Roof mounted airbag assembly for rear seat

US10272868B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 10, 2017
Grant dateApr 30, 2019
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Expiry dateJul 10, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2021/23388
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An airbag assembly includes a base member and an airbag supported by the base member and being inflatable to an inflated position. The airbag includes a panel and a plurality of sheets attached to the panel. The panel includes a first portion extending in a first direction from the base member to a distal end and a second portion extending in a second direction transverse to the first direction from the base member to a distal end. Each sheet is elongated in the first direction along the first portion of the panel and elongated in the second direction along the second portion of the panel. During a vehicle impact, the momentum of the occupant may move the occupant towards the airbag. The airbag may absorb energy from the head and knees of the occupant, which may assist in reducing injuries.

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