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Adaptive output inflator

US6032979A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 18, 1998
Grant dateMar 7, 2000
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2021/2648
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An airbag inflator which can supply airbag inflation gas in an adaptive output is provided. The subject inflator includes two discrete isolated chambers of gas generant materials and permits several distinct inflation performance scenarios while desirably employing a single set of inflation gas treatment components such as filters for the treatment of products of both chambers.

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