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Tether retention system for airbag module cover

US5332257A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 1993
Grant dateJul 26, 1994
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Expiry dateAug 9, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R21/216
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tether retention system for an airbag module cover includes a channel formed in the side of the reaction canister. One end of the tether includes a loop which is inserted into the channel through a slot. A solid rod is inserted into the channel and through the loop to anchor it in place.

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