Airbag cushion construction
US7407186B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 24, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 2, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/23566
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed are embodiments of methods and apparatus relating to automotive airbags. In one embodiment of the invention, an airbag cushion is provided having four primary panels. A front panel is provided having a substantially rectangular front face. Two substantially triangular side faces are positioned opposite from one another in the inflated airbag cushion, both of which are connected with the front panel. A rear panel including an upper rear face and a lower rear face is also provided. The upper rear face is connected to a first side of both the first and second side faces and the lower rear face is connected to a second side of both the first and second side faces.
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