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Adjustable head restraint assembly for vehicle seats

US8376465B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMay 19, 2010
Grant dateFeb 19, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 26, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2/818
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An adjustable head restraint assembly for a vehicle seat is provided with a pair of shells. Each shell is sized to mate with the other and collectively retain a pair of posts therebetween. A frame adapted to mate with the pair of shells for retaining the pair of shells upon the pair of posts. A locking mechanism is provided on at least one of the frame and the pair of shells for locking the pair of shells and the frame to the pair of posts, and for permitting adjustment of the pair of shells and the frame along the posts.

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