Diffuser device and incorporation thereof in an inflatable restraint system
US5470105A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 1992 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/261
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A diffuser device, an air bag/diffuser subassembly and an air bag module assembly for use in an inflatable air bag restraint system for use in a motor vehicle are provided. The diffuser device can function as a structural member, gas flow diffuser, heat shield and bag retainer and can serve to reduce the cost/weight of air bag module manufacture and assembly.
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