System and method for inflatable restraint for a ride vehicle
US12311865B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 19, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/022
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A restraint system for a ride vehicle includes a clamp restraint having a first restraint portion and a second restraint portion configured to transition between a released configuration and a secured configuration. The clamp restraint is configured to receive at least one passenger leg between the first restraint portion and the second restraint portion in the released configuration. The restraint system also includes one or more inflatable bladders of the first restraint portion, the second restraint portion, or both configured to inflate to engage the at least one passenger leg in the secured configuration to facilitate restraint of the passenger within the ride vehicle.
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