Quick-locking device for retention of an inflator in a passenger-side canister
US5433472A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 31, 1994 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/2171
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for securing a passenger-side inflator to a module housing without the use of fasteners or special tools is disclosed. An elastically flexible tab formed into one wall of the canister and placed at an angle of about 3.degree. to about 45.degree. engages with a boss or recessed section at one end of the inflator. A raised section may be formed in the base of the inflator, which raised section engages with the outer wall of the inflator causing it to further engage with the canister.
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