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Modular cover for an air bag

US5172931A · kind A · utility

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6Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 3, 1991
Grant dateDec 22, 1992
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Expiry dateOct 3, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R21/21656
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A modular cover for an air bag comprises a rigid inner layer, a soft outer layer, and a tear line along which the modular cover is torn. The tear line includes a raised portion extending from the inner layer into the outer layer, and a recessed portion formed in the inner surface of the modular cover. The modular cover includes a convexed portion extending from the inner layer into the outer layer and located adjacent to the tear line so as to prevent the outer layer from suffering from depressions.

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