摘要 |
<p>An inflator (10) for an air cushion including a pressure vessel (20) comprising a hollow sleeve (22) for storing a quantity of inert gas such as Argon; one end of the sleeve is closed by a first pyrotechnic actuator assembly (80) while the other end of the sleeve may include a closed end or another pyrotechnic actuator assembly (40); the pressure vessel is secured within a diffuser (130) which directs inflation gases into the air cushion; the pressure vessel (20) in cooperation with the diffuser (130) defines various regions which assist in reducing the gas turbulence and heat transfer between the gas and the diffuser (130).</p> |