Front pillar trim panel with tether
US7793972B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 14, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/231
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicular interior trim piece with a tether for use with a side curtain airbag. The tether is attached to an integral first panel portion and a second panel portion which rotates about a hinge out of the path of the airbag. The tether prevents complete detachment of the second panel from the first panel.
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