Inflatable curtain cushion tab shock absorption
US7357408B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/213
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A retention tab unit is disclosed comprising a retention tab configured for attaching an inflatable curtain to a vehicle. The retention tab unit has an energy absorption mechanism that facilitates confinement of the retention tab in an initial configuration wherein the retention tab is not taut. Once the inflatable curtain is deployed, the energy absorption mechanism is configured to release the retention tab from its initial configuration and allow it to be forced into a deployed configuration wherein the retention tab tautly extends from the vehicle.
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