Stamped airbag retention members and method of airbag assembly
US7556281B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 16, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 7, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/2035
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a bracket that connects an airbag subassembly to a support structure, such as a steering wheel armature. The bracket generally has a base formed from a material and at least two retention members extending from the base wherein the retention members are formed integral with and from the same material as the base. The present invention is also directed a method of forming the bracket.
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