Air bag cover with articulated tear seam
US6994372B2 · kind B2 · utility
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13Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/217
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A steering wheel assembly having a fastenerless air bag module assembly is disclosed. This assembly employs a housing with a projection and a steering wheel armature configured to receive the projection. The cover is retained between the housing and the steering wheel armature. Furthermore, the present invention provides a steering wheel cover with a tear seam that permits the air bag to deploy more efficiently with less damage to the occupants.
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