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Seat adjustment device for a flexible seat frame and method of use

US11945351B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 17, 2022
Grant dateApr 2, 2024
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Expiry dateMay 29, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2/6671
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A seat system for a vehicle including a flexible seatback structure and an adjustment device coupled thereto. The adjustment device is configured to alter a contour of a seating surface of the seatback structure by causing at least a portion of the seatback structure to move toward or away from the occupant of the seat system. The adjustment device includes at least one actuating element connected to a side portion of the seatback structure and an actuator.

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