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Magnet-inclusive component suitable for use in occupant-protecting means for motor vehicle and fabrication process thereof

US5060977A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 1, 1990
Grant dateOct 29, 1991
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Expiry dateMar 1, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A magnet-inclusive component is furnished for use in an occupant protecting system, such as a seat belt system, for a motor vehicle. The component includes a magnet and at least one member located adjacent the magnet. The magnet is molded or cast in situ in the adjcent member, preferably by integrally incorporating a magnetizable member in the adjacent member upon formation of the latter by molding or casting and then subjecting the magnetizable member to magnetization.

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