Actuating means for a buckle in a safety belt system
US5275437A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 22, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jan 4, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/4567
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An actuator for a buckle in a vehicle safety belt system is disclosed. A belt tightener engages on the buckle. In operation, the belt tightener moves the buckle towards the vehicle floor to tighten the webbing. An actuating member is arranged at a stationary location so that relative movement occurs between the buckle and the actuating member when the former is moved towards the vehicle bottom. A force transmitting connection permitting such relative movement is provided between the buckle and the actuating member. This connection can be embodied by a flexible cable or by a rack bar and a tooth member cooperating therewith.
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