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Pivot joint assembly for a vehicle seat

US8172326B2 · kind B2 · utility

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10Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 14, 2008
Grant dateMay 8, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2/682
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pivot joint assembly includes a bar generally defining an outer cylindrical surface. The bar has first and second beads extending outwardly from the outer cylindrical surface. The first and second beads are spaced apart from one another along the length of the bar. At least one of the first and second beads is an integrally formed portion extended outwardly from the outer cylindrical surface. The assembly further includes a mounting member having opposed first and second sides. The mounting member has a hole formed therein. The bar is disposed in the hole such that the mounting member is disposed between the first and second beads such that bar rotates relative to the mounting member.

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