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Armrest hinge with cable pass-through

US9776538B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 8, 2016
Grant dateOct 3, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 8, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60N2/0264
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle armrest assembly includes a seat frame. An armrest is attached to the seat frame for relative rotational movement about a pivot axis. The armrest includes a hinge that includes a hinge pass-through. The hinge pass-through is located around the pivot axis. The armrest includes an electronic module. A module line extends from the electronic module to a connector mounted on the seat frame. The module line is located partially within the hinge pass-through.

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