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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 6354622 | Steering wheel with an airbag module A steering wheel has an airbag module and a separate cap covering the airbag module. The airbag module is connected to a skeleton or hub of the steering wheel using a plurality of vibration damping elements to isolate the airbag module from the hub. The c... | 03/12/2002 |
| 6336655 | Array for activating the horn in built-in modular steering wheels The invention relates to an array for activating the horn in built-in modular steering wheels, wherein the cover of the airbag that is placed on top of the air bag unit forms part of the steering wheel rim. According to the invention, the air bag unit (5)... | 01/08/2002 |
| 6286860 | Air bag retention system The invention relates to an airbag retention system that is arranged in the area of the lower part of the body of the passenger. According to the invention, a gas bag is loosely placed on the body of the passenger in an inactivated state. Said gas bag has... | 09/11/2001 |
| 6250675 | Airbag, method of folding the latter, and device for carrying out the method An airbag for an airbag module wherein, in the folded state, the airbag has at least one constriction and folds extending in an ordered and/or chaotic manner. Preferably, the constriction extends from the top of the airbag to the bottom and perpendicular ... | 06/26/2001 |
| 6250676 | Gas bag for an airbag module, method and device for folding a gas bag The invention relates to a gas bag for an airbag module wherein the gas bag is folded in the rest position. According to the invention a telescopic folding is provided, as well as a method and a device for folding a gas bag, wherein chaotically folded sec... | 06/26/2001 |
| 6239409 | Heating device for heating a moveable part of an automobile, especially a steering wheel heater The invention relates to a heating device for a moveable part of a motor vehicle such as an automobile which can be held, such as a steering wheel. The heater is connected to a source of electrical energy in a stationary part of the vehicle by a contact u... | 05/29/2001 |
| 6236119 | Device for determining the angular position of the steering wheel in a motor vehicle A device for determining the angular position of the steering wheel in a motor vehicle uses a steering angle sensor and an electronic evaluation device for determining the angular position. The steering angle sensor is integrated in a contact unit for tra... | 05/22/2001 |
| 6227568 | Air bag module An airbag module for use in a motor vehicle includes a gas generator, and an airbag operatively connected to the gas generator which has, in an inflated state, a restricted cross-section with substantially parallel sides and two opposite ends, and two enl... | 05/08/2001 |
| 6193270 | Arrangement for fastening a gas generator An arrangement for fastening a gas generator in a housing, in particular for fastening a tubular gas generator in a diffuser of an airbag module has a plastic adaptor located between the housing and the gas generator at an open end of the housing. The gas... | 02/27/2001 |
| 6170870 | Airbag for airbag module and method for folding airbag The invention concerns a gas bag for an airbag module, the gas bag being concertinaed in the region of a gas generator in the rest state. According to the invention, the gas bag stack formed by the concertina folds is additionally curved at least once in ... | 01/09/2001 |
| 6171228 | Method for folding an airbag A method and device for folding an airbag having a inner main fold and an outer main fold in a folded state. The airbag is fixed to a working surface, extended along a longitudinal axis away from the working surface, and fixed in the area of the inner or ... | 01/09/2001 |
| 6129375 | Device for protecting motor vehicle occupants The invention relates to a device for protecting occupants of a motor vehicle in the event of side impact, using an inflatable airbag. The inflatable airbag is fitted behind a rigid, movable door or coachwork trim component. The movable trim component is ... | 10/10/2000 |
| 6120057 | Vehicle passenger safety method and air bag module for the implementation thereof A vehicle passenger safety method in which a gas bag in an airbag module is inflated in between the passenger and parts of the vehicle when a crash occurs. The cover of the gas bag moves away from the passenger before the gas bag is inflated. Preferably, ... | 09/19/2000 |
| 6115998 | Method and device for folding an airbag for stowing in an airbag module A method for folding an airbag for an airbag module is characterized in that an empty airbag is spread out and gathered in towards a center to give a folded airbag. The airbag is gathered inside a fixed vertical profiled section having a top and a bottom ... | 09/12/2000 |
| 6095549 | Airbag system for motor vehicles An airbag system for motor vehicles with at least one gas bag and at least one associated gas generator, whereby the airbag system is at least partially shiftable by the occupant. The section of the airbag system shiftable by the occupant is supported by ... | 08/01/2000 |
| 6053528 | Air-bag module An air bag module with a gas bag, at least one corresponding gas generator for inflating the gas bag, and a cover of the air bag module which is attached to a generator carrier in a simpler way. The cover includes bead-like profiles on resilient side wall... | 04/25/2000 |
| 6041677 | Device for attaching a hub to a shaft, in particular a steering wheel hub to a steering column A device for attaching a steering wheel hub to a steering wheel column, while simultaneously fixing a contact unit to the steering wheel, includes a fastener that has a head part engaging in the hub and a shank that engages partially in the hub and partia... | 03/28/2000 |
| 5887892 | Airbag cover with horn foils An airbag module cover an airbag module housing. The cover has two electrically conducting foils which are spaced apart opposite each other between a front panel and a back panel. The distance between the foils is guaranteed by nonconducting spacers which... | 03/30/1999 |
| 5845929 | Covering means for air-bag-collision-safety means as well as process for the production thereof A covering device for air-bag-collision-safety systems, including a cap formed of a frame and a cover. The cover is provided with predetermined tear lines forming cover sections, whereby the cover sections are connected in a hinge manner with the frame. T... | 12/08/1998 |
| 5833477 | Device for transmitting electrical signals between components which can be rotated relative to one another A device for transmitting electrical signals between components which can be rotated relative to one another, in particular in motor vehicle steering systems, with a rotatable hub surrounded by a stationary housing and with at least one electrical lead wh... | 11/10/1998 |
| 5826901 | Airbag system for vehicle The invention relates to an airbag system for motor vehicles with an airbag and at least one associated gas generator for inflating the airbag in the event of an accident involving the vehicle. According to the invention, the airbag system is fixed on the... | 10/27/1998 |
| 5803892 | Process for folding an airbag An airbag, a process for folding same and an apparatus for carrying out the folding process are disclosed. In order to produce a folded airbag as well as a process and apparatus for manufacturing same which ensure that the airbag can unfold very quickly w... | 09/08/1998 |
| 5775725 | Device for fastening an air bag housing comprising a housing bottom and a housing cover in the steering wheel Device for fastening an air bag housing including a housing bottom and a housing cover in the steering wheel. Hooks extending in parallel to the central axis of the steering wheel are arranged at the bottom of the housing, and a matching number of pretens... | 07/07/1998 |
| 5690358 | Airbag, process for folding same, and apparatus for carrying out the folding process An airbag, a process for folding same and an apparatus for carrying out the folding process are disclosed. In order to produce a folded airbag as well as a process and apparatus for manufacturing same which ensure that the airbag can unfold very quickly w... | 11/25/1997 |
| 5551886 | Current transfer element for steering wheels of motor vehicles A current conductor apparatus for connecting the stator of a steering column to a rotor of a steering wheel. The stator and rotor are guided concentrically with respect to one another by rotation guides and are provided with contacts for establishing an e... | 09/03/1996 |
| 5183289 | Housing for protective air bar retaining systems of automotive vehicles An air bag housing for automotive vehicles is disclosed. The housing includes a pot-like generator carrier to hold the air bag, a cover cap surrounding the generator carrier and having a predetermined breaking line, and a safety plate to secure the cover ... | 02/02/1993 |
| 5139436 | Electrical connecting element for rotating parts A connecting element establishes an electrical connection between two mutually rotating parts, such as the steering column and the steering wheel of an automotive vehicle. The connecting element includes a stator fastened to the steering column and a roto... | 08/18/1992 |
| 4697092 | Control system for electrically operated components of an automotive vehicle An automotive vehicle has a horn which is mounted on the vehicle chassis. The horn is connected with the vehicle battery by a first conductor. A switch for the horn is mounted on the steering wheel and is connected with the horn via a second conductor. Th... | 09/29/1987 |
| 4267909 | Unilaterally alternating backlash torque lock Disclosed is a unilaterally alternating torque backlash lock mechanism that overcomes the disadvantages of prior art single part loop spring braking parts. The invention comprises a control element having a hub member and a housing member surrounding the ... | 05/19/1981 |
| 4267908 | Unilaterally alternating backlash torque lock Disclosed is a unilaterally alternating backlash torque locking mechanism which comprises a frame member, a control member having a longitudinally extending tubular portion, a longitudinally extending torque transmission member in rotational engagement ab... | 05/19/1981 |
