发明名称 |
Compact tethering system and method for an inflatable curtain |
摘要 |
The present invention provides a system and method for tethering that may be used to keep a cushion properly positioned for side impact protection, particularly in vehicles with limited space rearward of the cushion. A tethering assembly provides tension to keep the cushion in place. The tethering assembly may include a tether with first and second ends attached together such that the tether forms a loop. The first and/or second ends may also be attached to a lower portion of the cushion. Upper and lower anchors may be attached to a vehicle surface near the cushion to slidably retain the tether. When the cushion inflates, the first and second ends move downward. The lower anchor may be a locking mechanism that restricts withdrawal of the first end. During deployment and impact of a vehicle occupant with the cushion, the tensioning assembly exerts tension to keep the cushion in place.
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申请公布号 |
US7004498(B2) |
申请公布日期 |
2006.02.28 |
申请号 |
US20030422433 |
申请日期 |
2003.04.24 |
申请人 |
DAINES MICHAEL;KOTTKE KURT;HESS TRAVIS;MURAKAMI ATSUSHI;GAMMIL KURT |
发明人 |
DAINES MICHAEL;KOTTKE KURT;HESS TRAVIS;MURAKAMI ATSUSHI;GAMMIL KURT |
分类号 |
B60R21/00;B60R21/16;B60R21/232;B60R21/233;B60R21/237 |
主分类号 |
B60R21/00 |
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