Vehicle safety system
August 31, 2018. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 3430979 3888503 Inflatable body and head restraint Hall effect displacement transducer using a bar magnet parallel to the plane of the Hall device Accelerometer system Seat belt-equipped seat assembly Sensor and transducer apparatus Magnetic sensor actuation system suitable for use in passive seat belt system Connector for reed switch or similar electrical component Integral inflatable occupant restraint system Inventors
AssigneeApplicationNo. 143756 filed on 08/31/1998US Classes:280/735, Electric control and/or sensor means280/733In the form of or used in conjunction with a belt or strapExaminersPrimary: Culbreth, EricAttorney, Agent or FirmForeign Patent References
International ClassB60R 021/32AbstractA vehicle passenger safety system for use where independent power is required. The system includes as cooperating elements: an independent source of power; a passenger restraining belt; an inflatable bag stored in the belt; crash event sensors; belt orientating structure; a source of inflating gas; and, in the preferred embodiment programmed electronics that control functioning of the safety system and prolong the service life of the independent power source.Field of SearchTransverse member is body supportInertia responsive locking or tightening of belt or harness Inflatable passenger restraint or confinement (e.g., air bag) or attachment In the form of or used in conjunction with a belt or strap Safety belt or harness (e.g., lap belt or shoulder harness) Inertia-responsive locking or tightening of belt or harness Restraint positioning and protective devices Seats and safety belts Safety belts | |
