Energy absorber assembly and components thereof
US9174073B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32041
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An energy absorber assembly for use with a safety harness comprises a connector, a bracket assembly, a fastener, and an energy absorber. The connector is configured and arranged to operatively connect to the safety harness. The fastener operatively connects the bracket assembly and the connector, and the fastener releases the bracket assembly from the connector when subjected to a predetermined load. The energy absorber operatively connects the bracket assembly and the connector, and the energy absorber includes a first portion and a second portion that separate to absorb shock after the bracket assembly is released from the connector.
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