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Vehicle oblique impact absorbing system

US9566929B1 · kind B1 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateDec 15, 2015
Grant dateFeb 14, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 15, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2021/23576
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An instrument panel includes a frame, an intermediate airbag supported by the frame in an uninflated position, and a first airbag supported by the frame. The first airbag is disposed in a first direction from the intermediate airbag. The first and intermediate airbags are inflatable to an inflated position. The intermediate airbag includes an extension extending in the first direction in the inflated position.

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