Structure for a vehicle seat element, and a method of making such a structure
US6767067B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 3, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/771
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rigid structure for a vehicle seat element, the structure being formed as a single piece made of a composite material comprising a thermoplastic matrix and reinforcing fibers forming at least firstly first and second rigid sideplates each extending between a first end and a second end, and secondly a rigid horizontal cross-member secured to the second ends of the sideplates. The structure has at least one hinge comprising a first fixing portion overmolded by the first end of the first sideplate.
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