Load limiting device for a seat belt
US5971489A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 1, 1998 |
| Grant date | Oct 26, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2022/286
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A load limiting device is used with a vehicle seat belt during a crash to allow a limited and controlled forward motion of a vehicle occupant after the retractor has locked. The load limiting device decreases the forces exerted by the seat belt on the vehicle occupant's torso. The load limiting device has a metal member and means for deforming the metal member associated with the seat belt. Excessive load on the seat belt is transferred to the metal member by deforming the metal member.
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