Airbag assembly with reduced package size and related method
US11433845B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 8, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/21506
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An airbag assembly for a motor vehicle includes an inflatable airbag and a reinforcing wrapper. The inflatable airbag has a longitudinally extending axis and is rolled about a rotation axis in the stowed condition. The reinforcing wrapper is coupled to the inflatable airbag proximate a first longitudinally extending side of the inflatable airbag, rolled about the rotation axis and wrapped entirely around at least a first portion of the inflatable airbag. The inflatable airbag and the reinforcing wrapper cooperative to define a monotonously rolled portion of the airbag assembly. In certain applications, the reinforcing wrapper is secured to a tab used to hang the inflatable airbag in the motor vehicle.
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