Airbag assembly including airbag and panel having depressed region
US9902362B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 20, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2021/23509
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An airbag assembly includes an airbag and a panel. The panel extends from a first apex to a second apex each spaced from the airbag. The panel includes a depressed region between the first apex and the second apex. The depressed region is attached to the airbag. During a vehicle impact, the momentum of the occupant may move the occupant toward the depressed region of the panel. The airbag may absorb energy from the occupant, and the apexes encourage the occupant to be retained in the depressed region.
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