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Airbag device and method for opening an airbag flap

US6929281B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 23, 2004
Grant dateAug 16, 2005
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Expiry dateFeb 23, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2021/21506
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An airbag device having at least one airbag flap having a first area which is used to cover an outlet for the airbag characterized in that the airbag flap is also provided with a second area upon which an airbag enfolding after release exerts a pressure, whereby the airbag flap performs a substantially rotary movement in order to free said outlet.

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