Traveling reclining restraint and collision-protection device

摘要

A method and apparatus for restraining a recumbent passenger in a moving vehicle. A flexible sheeting is secured at a first end portion to a vehicle seat back, a passenger is placed in the central portion of the sheeting, and the second end portion of the sheeting is secured to the first end to form a U-shaped cradle. Straps are provided for securing the passenger in the restraint device. A padded board can be positioned beneath the restraining straps to provide additional support for the passenger. The restraint device can also be attached to the vehicle seat cushion by engagement with a vehicle seat belt.