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Multi-composition pyrotechnic grain

US8057611B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 13, 2007
Grant dateNov 15, 2011
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Expiry dateFeb 11, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC06C9/00
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A multi-composition pyrotechnic material is provided for an inflatable restraint device (for example, an airbag system or pretensioner for a vehicle). The multi-composition pyrotechnic material can be a gas generant, a micro gas generant, or an igniter, for example. The multi-composition pyrotechnic material comprises a first pyrotechnic material that defines one or more void regions. A second pyrotechnic material, compositionally distinct from the first pyrotechnic material, is introduced into at least one of the void regions and forms a second region of the pyrotechnic materials. The second composition can be introduced to the void regions in the form of a slurry. Methods of forming such multi-composition pyrotechnic materials are also provided.

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