Seat hinge mechanism with easy entry memory feature
US5788330A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 27, 1997 |
| Grant date | Aug 4, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 27, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/20
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seat hinge assembly is disclosed that is operable for permitting selective reclining movement of a seatback relative to a seat bottom between an upright position and a fully-reclined position. The seat hinge assembly is further operable to permit the seatback to be pivoted from any reclined position to a forward dumped position. Upon return of the seatback from its forward dumped position, the seat hinge assembly is adapted to relatch the seatback in its previous reclined position.
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