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Automotive vehicle seating comfort system

US7506938B2 · kind B2 · utility

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17Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 31, 2006
Grant dateMar 24, 2009
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Expiry dateNov 18, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2/5685
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides an automotive vehicle seating comfort system, and method of forming thereof, for providing heating, cooling, ventilation or a combination thereof to an individual in an automotive car seat. In one configuration, the system includes an insert, a blower and a tubular structure for providing fluid communication between the insert and blower for providing ventilation and/or cooling for the individual. Additionally, in one preferred configuration, the insert includes a heater or heater layer for providing heat for the individual.

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