Airbag module Z-height control tab
US6752415B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 5, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 22, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/217
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A Z-height control tab maintains the distance between an airbag cover and a reaction housing. The reaction housing and airbag cover interlock to define a Z-height. The Z-height is defined as the distance between the two interlocked members. The Z-height control tab extends from the reaction housing and engages a wall edge of a skirt extending from the airbag cover. This Z-height control tab engagement maintains the Z-height by preventing the airbag cover and the reaction housing from compressing together.
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