Automotive multi-position seat assembly
US7125076B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 24, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/203
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seat assembly is disclosed for a passenger vehicle which provides multiple positions by translating a seat back between a fore position and an aft position relative to the seat bottom. A carriage is disclosed mounted to a track within a seat bottom for translating the seat back to the fore and aft positions. A motor and transmission are disclosed for driving the carriage. Additionally, a mechanism is disclosed for adjusting the tilt angle of the seat back as it is translated. A method for adjusting a seat assembly is provided.
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