Seat reclining mechanisms
US7100986B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 8, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/236
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Seat reclining mechanisms for a vehicle seat may include a first or stationary housing, a second or rotational housing, a locking means received between the first and second housings, and a fastener for rotatably connecting the second housing to the first housing. The fastener is formed with at least one retainer portion and at least one slide portion that respectively project toward the second housing. Preferably, the at least one slide portion has a height greater than the at least one retainer portion.
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