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Side airbag assembly

US11267427B1 · kind B1 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 8, 2021
Grant dateMar 8, 2022
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Expiry dateFeb 8, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2021/2633
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A restraint system includes a first seat and a second seat spaced from each other along a cross-vehicle axis. An airbag is supported by the first seat and is inflatable towards the second seat. The airbag includes an upper portion having a top surface and a lower portion having a bottom surface facing in an opposite direction than the top surface. An external tether is releasably engaged with the first seat. The external tether is connected to the top surface and the bottom surface.

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