Dual depth airbag with active venting

US7784828B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Autoliv ASP, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Richard L. Matsu · Plymouth, US
• Scott Dershem · Beverly Hills, US
• Don Paxton · Romeo, US
• Geoffrey Mills · Lake Orion, US
• Brian T. Seymour · Royal Oak, US
• Dave Zecchin · Sterling Heights, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Mar 11, 2008
• Grant date: Aug 31, 2010
• Expiry date: Oct 27, 2028

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B60R2021/23384
• WIPO field: Transport
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

An inflatable airbag cushion assembly with a release device for electronic communication with a sensor in a vehicle. The cushion assumes two different configurations depending on the occupant's position. The configurations are achieved via tethers along with closeable vent(s) to control cushion pressure.