Seat assembly having manual tumble with interlock and powered recline, fold and kneel
US7121624B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 13, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/3065
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seat adjustment mechanism for a vehicle seat including a seat bottom supported by the vehicle and a seatback coupled to the seat bottom is provided. The seat adjustment mechanism includes a first kneel mechanism connected to the vehicle seat and a powered motor operably connected to the first kneel mechanism. The powered motor drives the first kneel mechanism to translate the seatback and seat bottom relative the vehicle to manipulate the seat assembly into a desired configuration.
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