Apparatus, system and method for repositioning occupant in a crash event
US11124145B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/01231
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An airbag system for repositioning a seat occupant in a moving vehicle during a crash event includes: a first inflatable airbag disposed proximate to a front portion of a seat pan; a second inflatable airbag disposed proximate to a rear portion of the seat pan; and inflation control device controlling deployment of the first and second inflatable airbags. The inflation control device includes a programmable controller controlling inflation parameters of the first and second inflatable airbags to achieve a desired lift, subject to monument constraints.
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