Virtual H-point seat back system
US9604553B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 11, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/2227
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seat recliner system includes a seat back having a back support member configured to support the back of a passenger. A connecting member extends generally orthogonally from a lower end of the back support member. The connecting member includes a front portion and a rear portion. A seat base includes a forward link operably coupled to the front portion of the connecting member. A rearward link is operably coupled to the rear portion of the connecting member such that the seat back is rotatable about a virtual hip-point of a passenger that is above the seat base and forward of the seat back.
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