Restraint system buckle components having tactile surfaces, and associated methods of use and manufacture
US8683666B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 1, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/45623
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Buckle assemblies for use with child seats and other personal restraint systems in vehicles are disclosed herein. A buckle assembly configured in accordance with one embodiment of the disclosure includes a housing assembly that receives at least a portion of a web connector. The housing assembly includes a coating having a generally soft or tactile surface finish. For example, the coating can be at least partially elastically compressible.
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