Combination reclining and folding mechanism for automotive seat assemblies
US5482349A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 28, 1994 |
| Grant date | Jan 9, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 28, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/36
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A latch mechanism is connected between the seatback member and the seat cushion member of a vehicle seat assembly to selectively control pivotal movement of the seatback member relative to the seat cushion member. A mounting mechanism is associated with each of the front and rear seat legs of the seat assembly and each such mounting mechanism is co-operable with a respective attachment member affixed to the vehicle floor to permit movement of the seat cushion member from a first in-use position within the vehicle to a second forwardly translated stowed position within the vehicle. The mounting member associated with at least one of the rear seat legs further comprises a lock mechanism that is selectively movable to restrainingly engage or disengage its respective attachment member. A first actuator is mounted on the seat assembly so as to be operatively moveable by a user from a neutral position, whereat the latch restrains pivotal movement of the seatback member, to an actuated position whereat pivotal movement of the seatback member is permitted. A second actuator is mounted on the seat cushion member and is operatively contacted by a portion of the seatback member upon forward p…
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