Tuned flexible support member and flexible suspension features for comfort carriers
US9789790B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 3, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 3, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60N2/72
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle seat support carrier includes an upper seatback panel having a flexible body portion. A first set of flexible suspension members undulate in a first direction. A second set of flexible suspension members undulate in a second direction generally perpendicular to the first direction. A lower seatback panel is operably coupled to the upper seatback panel. The lower seatback panel includes a border member defining a central aperture and first and second bolster supports. A central portion of each of the first and second bolster supports includes a plurality of flexible suspension members.
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