Airbag mounting module
US6575495B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 26, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 10, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/205
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cradle receiving an airbag module is formed to slide within an instrument trim panel without the need for separate fasteners or installation steps. In a preferred embodiment, the cradle was formed of a rigid foam material and in a most preferred embodiment it was formed of expanded polypropylene to enclose the airbag module on all sides except the front activation surface of the airbag for deployment.
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