Seat belt buckle presenter and method of use therefor
US6969088B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2022/286
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A combination seat belt buckle presenter and seat belt use reminder includes an actuator to cause the extension and retraction of a buckle to improve buckle accessibility. A flexible support member transmits force from the actuator to the buckle. A self-locking device prevents forward or upward movement of the buckle. The self-locking mechanism is preferably configured as an energy-absorbing seat belt load limiter. The seat belt buckle presenter is preferably automated.
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