Tether attachment arrangement for a vehicle airbag cushion and method of attaching
US9211864B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 24, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 24, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/23538
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Tether attachment arrangements for a vehicle airbag cushion and methods for attaching tethers to inflatable cushions are provided. One inflatable cushion assembly includes an inflatable cushion having an interior and a tether disposed within the interior of the inflatable cushion. The tether has at least one portion attached to the interior of the inflatable cushion. The inflatable cushion assembly also includes a circuitous stitching at the portion attaching the tether to the interior of the inflatable cushion.
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