Multi-position latch apparatus and method
US6705679B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 6, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 16, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/366
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seat latch mechanism accommodating a plurality of seatback positions, comprising an upper housing and a lower housing whereby the lower housing includes a recess for a striker to pass therethrough when the latch mechanism is in an unlatched position. Further, a latch assembly is provided and is operably supported by the lower housing, whereby the latch assembly is operable between a latched position and an unlatched position, and an actuation assembly operably supported by the upper and lower housings and in operable communication with the latch assembly to selectively toggle the latch assembly between the latched and unlatched position.
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