Pyrotechnic hot-gas generator for side protection bag
US5804758A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 22, 1996 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/0006
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a gas generator for motor vehicle safety. The generator (1) comprises a hollow cylindrical body (2) containing an igniter (8), a pyrotechnic charge (20) and a nozzle (16,19). The pyrotechnic charge is in the form of a lobed block perforated with channels (24) which are parallel to the axis of the generator. The generator (1) is extended by a diffuser (30) which has a lateral vent (33) for discharging the gases. The generator (1) is particularly suited for inflating side bags for protecting the occupants of a motor vehicle.
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