Rigid airbag plate attachment system
US6951348B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 24, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/23169
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A module configured to be mounted in a vehicle instrument panel is disclosed. In one embodiment, the module has a reaction plate and a plurality of snap locking fasteners that extend from the reaction plate and are engagable to a vehicle mounting member. The module may be used to attach an airbag to an instrument panel. The module provides for a module cover without fastener openings or holes. The invention also includes a module having a mounting bracket that is pivotally attachable to a vehicle mounting member. The pivotal attachment may include tongue and groove members.
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