Dual latch second row dump and tumble seat with offsetting free pivot seatback and floor latches
US7896420B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 25, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 13, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/305
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved seat assembly in which the first and second pairs of seatback and floor mounted latches associated with first and second sides of prior dump and tumble assemblies are substituted by an improved design incorporating a single reinforced lock and release seatback latch and either a single or pair of floor latches arranged on opposite sides of the seat. Additional supports include a free pivoting and secondary seatback latch, as well as an optional floor supported riser assembly in lieu of the second floor latch and which are positioned at alternating inboard/outboard seatback and floor locations of the seat assembly. In cooperation with the redesigned fully functional latches, the free pivot seatback and optional floor riser latches provide a cost advantageous design exhibiting reduced part count.
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