Hinge mechanism for a vehicle seat, and a seat including such a mechanism
US7475945B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 27, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 13, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/2358
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hinge mechanism comprising first and second connection members mounted to pivot relative to each other and having first and second circular locking bearing surfaces co-operating with respective ones of first and second locking shoes that are part of the slugs so as to hold the first and second connection members stationary, and a control device for putting the slugs in engagement with the first and second locking bearing surfaces while allowing the slugs to pivot to a certain extent about their own axes.
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