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Flexible seatback system

US9707873B2 · kind B2 · utility

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18Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 21, 2016
Grant dateJul 18, 2017
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Expiry dateJul 21, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2205/30
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle seat suspension system includes first and second side supports that define a seatback frame. A front trim piece is coupled between the first and second side supports. A suspension component is coupled with a central area of the front trim piece and has flexible members protruding forward and outward therefrom. A passenger support panel has a periphery coupled to distal ends of the flexible members and suspended away from the seatback frame.

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