Filter with stiffening ribs
USRE39611E1 · kind E1 · reissue
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| Filing date | Apr 11, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC —)General
Abstract
Annular wire mesh filters for airbag assemblies for passenger vehicles are provided with a series of ribs extending parallel with the axis of the annulus and along the outer wall. The ribs provide added strength to the filter. Also provided is a method of manufacturing the compressed mesh filter with a uniform density, and a molding tool (mold, mandrel, and plunger) for making the compressed mesh articles of this invention.
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