Film-type electrostatic capacitance sensor for detecting seat occupancy
US7859423B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 24, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 28, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 25, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2210/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A film-type electrostatic capacitance sensor is provided for detecting seat occupancy and for reducing discomfort to a seat occupant and which is easy to produce. The mat of the film-type electrostatic capacitance sensor can be located in a seat portion of a vehicle seat and can include electrodes formed on both sides of a resin film and of a resin coating layer covering the electrodes. The coating layer can be a flexible resin to decrease discomfort for an occupant.
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