Inflator and remote sensor with through bulkhead initiator
US4699400A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 2, 1985 |
| Grant date | Oct 13, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 2, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/335
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An assembly for coupling an ignitive reaction to the inflator of a steering wheel mounted air bag safety system utilizes a through bulkhead initiator of the inflator through a slip joint or ring on the steering shaft which holds stationary a pyrotechnic transfer/booster from a collision responsive sensor and allows the inflator to turn with the steering wheel.
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