Instrument panel adapter for airbag mount
US7093847B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 26, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 26, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/205
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An adapter comprises a peripheral wall incorporating a plurality of apertures adapted to cooperate with a corresponding plurality of hooks depending from side walls of an airbag retainer. A flange projecting from the peripheral wall provides for attaching the adapter and airbag retainer to a vehicle instrument panel. The adapter incorporates an opening therethrough defined by the peripheral wall, through which the airbag is deployed. In one aspect, the peripheral wall is discontinuous.
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