Occupant restraint system
US11279314B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 19, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/23308
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for helping to protect an occupant of a vehicle having a side structure and a cabin with a seat for the occupant includes providing an airbag in a stored condition offset from a centerline of the seat. The airbag has a first portion and a second portion fluidly connected with one another. The first portion is inflated and deployed to a position lateral of the occupant. The second portion is inflated and deployed from the first portion to a position in front of the occupant.
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