A cooling system is described that includes a housing portion at least partially defining a cooling cavity, the housing portion including a member having multiple fins extending from a surface thereof into the cooling cavity. The cooling system also includes multiple walls, each of the walls supported in the cooling cavity by at least one of the fins. The walls are configurable, and a configuration of the walls establishes one of multiple paths for fluid flow through the cooling cavity.
F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
F28F 3/14 - Elements constructed in the shape of a hollow panel, e.g. with channels by separating portions of a pair of joined sheets to form channels, e.g. by inflation
F28F 13/06 - Arrangements for modifying heat transfer, e.g. increasing, decreasing by affecting the pattern of flow of the heat-exchange media
F28F 3/06 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being attachable to the element
A system for moving cargo includes an in-vehicle conveyor system mounted in a vehicle cargo space, the in-vehicle conveyor system comprising one or more rails. The rails may be mounted to walls, floor, or ceiling of the vehicle cargo space. The system also includes one or more cargo storage units attached to the in-vehicle conveyor system. Each of the one or more cargo storage units is secured to the rails such that the one or more cargo storage units are raised with respect to a floor of the vehicle cargo space and define a circuit as based on a travel path of the one or more cargo storage units. Upon instruction, the cargo storage units are movable along the circuit to move a specified cargo storage unit to a predetermined location.
A support system for a seat includes a suspension coupled to the frame of a seatback. A plurality of pneumatic cells are coupled to the suspension. Each pneumatic cell is expandable and independently controllable to expand between a first position and a second position. A flexible reaction surface covers a forward surface of the plurality of air cells and the reaction plate maintains a smooth transition surface when each of the plurality of pneumatic cells is expanded to the first and second positions.
A47C 7/40 - Support for the head or the back for the back
A47C 7/46 - Support for the head or the back for the back with special, e.g. adjustable, profile; "Ackerblom" profile chairs
A61H 1/00 - Apparatus for passive exercising; Vibrating apparatus; Chiropractic devices, e.g. body impacting devices, external devices for briefly extending or aligning unbroken bones
A61H 23/00 - Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms
A61H 23/04 - Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with hydraulic or pneumatic drive
B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
A47C 7/00 - Parts, details, or accessories of chairs or stools
A61M 21/00 - Other devices or methods to cause a change in the state of consciousness; Devices for producing or ending sleep by mechanical, optical, or acoustical means, e.g. for hypnosis
A clip for a cushion includes an attachment body defining an attachment surface, and a lead member for engaging a cushion including a stranded-mesh material. The lead member may have a curved profile for retaining the clip in the cushion, or include protrusions for engaging the polymer strands of the stranded-mesh material. The attachment surface includes an attachment feature thereon such that components and/or features (such as trim covers or comfort components) may be secured to the cushion via the clip. Thus, a seat assembly includes a cushion having a body of the stranded-mesh material, a feature or component to be connected with the cushion, and a clip engageable with the cushion having the attachment body and lead member, with the component or feature being attachable to the attachment body at the attachment surface.
F16B 2/24 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material of metal
5.
SEAT COVER WITH WELDED TIE DOWN STRIPS AND METHOD OF SECURING A SEAT COVER TO A MESH SEAT STRUCTURE
A seat cover secured to a seat structure formed of a mesh body of polymer fibers that are welded together, a method of securing the seat cover having a seam to a novel mesh body seat structure, and fixture used in the method. A mesh pad of welded polymer fibers is covered with the cover including tie down strips is selected. The tie down strips are moved into predetermined locations within the mesh pad, and the mesh pad is heated in the predetermined locations to melt a portion of the polymer fibers onto the tie down strips to hold the tie down strips in the predetermined locations.
An apparatus and method for producing a vehicle interior component may include creating a plurality of molten polymeric filaments, and applying a fluid stream to the molten filaments to impart the desired shape while in a bath to cool them to form a consolidated filament structure. An assembly, system, and method are provided for shaping a plurality of strands of a molten thermoplastic resin as a contoured unitary mesh product via at least one shaping conveyor. Another assembly, system, and method are provided for shaping a plurality of strands of a molten thermoplastic resin as a contoured unitary mesh product via an actuator assembly having one or more actuators.
D04H 3/037 - Non woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of yarns or filaments at random reorientation by liquid
A47C 27/12 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with fibrous inlays, e.g. made of wool, of cotton
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A method for producing a vehicle interior component may include heating a polymeric material to a molten state to create a molten polymer. The molten polymer may be extruded to form a plurality of molten polymeric filaments. A fastening arrangement may be inserted into the molten polymer, and the molten polymer may be cooled in a fluid bath to create a consolidated filament structure having the fastening arrangement secured thereto.
B29C 48/345 - Extrusion nozzles comprising two or more adjacently arranged ports, for simultaneously extruding multiple strands, e.g. for pelletising
D04H 1/736 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged characterised by the apparatus for arranging fibres
D01D 5/088 - Cooling filaments, threads or the like, leaving the spinnerettes
8.
RETENTION CLIP FOR A SEAT ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLEY
A retention clip is described that includes an anchor having a body with a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the second end terminating in a tip, the anchor having multiple barbs, each barb extending from the body in a direction away from the tip. The retention clip also includes a retention feature extending away from the first end of the anchor, wherein a material of a cushion is gripped between the body and each of the plurality of barbs when the anchor is inserted into the cushion. A method of assembling a seat assembly including providing a retention clip is also described.
A retainer is described that includes an elongated member attached to a trim cover, and multiple anchors extending from the elongated member. Each of the anchors has a body with a first end attached to the elongated member and a second end opposite the first end, the second end terminating in a pointed tip. Each of the anchors has multiple barbs, each barb extending from the body in a direction away from the tip. For each of the plurality of anchors, a material of a cushion is gripped between the body and each of the barbs when the anchor is inserted into the cushion. A method of assembling a seat assembly including providing a retainer is also described.
A filament mesh structure, methods of manufacture and forming the filament mesh structure, and seat assembly having the filament mesh structure. The filament mesh structure may be cut by a fluid jet, may be heated with fluid to facilitate reshaping, or both. The filament mesh structure may be provided with a foldable connecting segment that facilitates folding of the filament mesh structure.
D04H 1/56 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by welding together the fibres, e.g. by partially melting or dissolving in association with fibre formation, e.g. immediately following extrusion of staple fibres
D04H 3/16 - Non woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length characterised by the method of strengthening or consolidating with bonds between thermoplastic yarns or filaments produced by welding with bonds between thermoplastic filaments produced in association with filament formation, e.g. immediately following extrusion
D04H 5/03 - Non woven fabrics formed of mixtures of relatively short fibres and yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length strengthened or consolidated by mechanical methods, e.g. needling by fluid jet
Seat assemblies and subassemblies such as for a vehicle are disclosed. The subassemblies may include joint assembly with a motor configured to move the seat assembly from a first position to a second position via the coordination between a rotating spindle and ring disposed around the spindle. The joint assembly may move an occupant to a predetermined position such as the zero-gravity position for greater comfort during extended use or lengthy travel.
B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
F15B 15/06 - Mechanical layout characterised by the means for converting the movement of the fluid-actuated element into movement of the finally-operated member for mechanically converting rectilinear movement into non-rectilinear movement
12.
EXTRUDED PLASTIC MESH, SEAT ASSEMBLY, CUSHION AND/OR METHOD OF FORMING
A seat support is provided with a plurality of flat layers to mount to a seat frame and to support an occupant upon the seat frame. The plurality of flat layers is stacked upon one another, and each of the plurality of stacked layers has a varying density. A seat support is provided with one or a plurality of layers of an extruded thermoplastic resin mesh to mount to a seat frame and to support an occupant upon the seat frame. The plurality of layers may be stacked upon each other.
Seat assemblies and subassemblies thereof. The subassemblies include bladder assemblies, compression-resistant support structures, cushion assemblies, and/or heat transfer systems. The bladder assemblies may include integrated fluid conduits and/or flap valve assemblies disposed therein. The bladder assemblies may be disposed in the cushion assemblies. The cushion assemblies may be foamless such as comprising a polymeric non-woven filament mesh body. The mesh body may define one or more cavities to receive the bladder assembly. The heat transfer systems may cooperate with the bladder and/or cushion systems to heat or cool a trim surface.
B60N 2/90 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
A47C 7/74 - Adaptations for incorporating lamps, radio sets, bars, telephones, ventilation, heating or cooling arrangements or the like for ventilation, heating or cooling
The present disclosure provides an illuminable indication system that includes a light emitting diode (LED) assembly including at least one LED, and a flexible member at least partially covering the LED assembly, the flexible member including a translucent portion, wherein when illuminated by the at least one LED, the translucent portion provides an illuminated indication to a user.
B60Q 3/00 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors
B60Q 3/20 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors mounted on specific fittings of passenger or driving compartments
B60Q 3/51 - Mounting arrangements for mounting lighting devices onto vehicle interior, e.g. onto ceiling or floor
B60Q 3/54 - Lighting devices embedded in interior trim, e.g. in roof liners
B60Q 3/56 - Lighting devices mounted on elongate supports, e.g. on flexible arms
B60Q 1/50 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic for indicating other intentions or conditions, e.g. request for waiting or overtaking
B60Q 3/60 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors characterised by optical aspects
B60Q 3/64 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiors; Lighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors characterised by optical aspects using light guides for a single lighting device
F21S 4/22 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources held by or within elongate supports flexible or deformable, e.g. into a curved shape
Seat assemblies and subassemblies to provide massaging effects are disclosed. The subassembly may include massage bladders, fluid lines, and/or a pump such as an air compression. The seat assemblies may include features to enhance the massaging effect to an occupant such as weakened or strengthened portion aligned with fluid bladders. The seat assemblies may also receive a remote authorization for operating the massaging assembly or features thereof. The fluid bladders may be spherical or hemispherical. The massage assembly may operate the various bladders to scan an occupant.
A61H 23/04 - Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibration; Suction-vibration massage; Massage with moving diaphragms with hydraulic or pneumatic drive
B60N 2/90 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
Seat assemblies and subassemblies to provide ventilation are disclosed. The subassembly may include a trim cover with a ventilation arrangement including one or more sheets, one or more spacers, and/or a blower. The subassemblies may include air permeable and impermeable layers but may be arranged such that an exterior surface for contacting an occupant is ventilated from the blower disposed opposite the exterior surface such that air is transported through various layers.
A47C 7/74 - Adaptations for incorporating lamps, radio sets, bars, telephones, ventilation, heating or cooling arrangements or the like for ventilation, heating or cooling
Seat assemblies and subassemblies to attach and retain components is provided. The subassembly may include a trim cover with a cushion layer, and various fasteners or retainers. The fasteners may include a tie down strip. The retainers may include a connector that is translated through the seat cushion layer. The retainers may also include an envelope to encircle the cushion layer.
Seat assemblies and subassemblies to fluidly actuate seat actuators, such as massage bladders are disclosed. The subassemblies include various valve assemblies to maximize output function while minimizing component quantity and optimizing valve assembly compactness. The valve assemblies provide dual sided linear valves, gate valve matrices, valve output multiplication by shared actuation, fluid circuit control logic to multiplex valve output, and/or three position valves.
Cushions, seat assemblies, apparatuses, and methods for producing the same are disclosed. The methods may include heating a polymeric material to a molten state, such that it becomes a molten polymer. The molten polymer may then be introduced to various embodiments of die plates such as a die plate having a first area and a different second area. For example, one area may have more open area having an open portion and a closed portion. In another embodiment, the die plate may include a slit for producing a film. A heating apparatus may heat the molten strands after exiting the die plate. In still another embodiment, the cushion may be made from a body of intertwined and/or entangled polymeric strands and bolsters attached thereto. In yet another embodiment, the die may be configured to provide a cushion having areas of different hardness.
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 27/12 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with fibrous inlays, e.g. made of wool, of cotton
D04H 3/037 - Non woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of yarns or filaments at random reorientation by liquid
D04H 3/07 - Non woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of yarns or filaments otherwise than in a plane, e.g. in a tubular way
20.
RETENTION CLIP FOR A SEAT ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY
A retention clip, a seat assembly having a retention clip, and a method of assembly. The retention clip has a spiral anchor and at least one retention feature. The spiral anchor is configured to be screwed into a cushion. The retention feature extends away from the spiral anchor and is configured to secure a seat component to the retention clip.
A seat assembly has a seating cushion defining a first surface to support an occupant and a second surface opposite to the first surface, with the first surface further defining a trench. A fastener has a longitudinal body with a central region positioned between a first end region and a second end region, and a base extending outwardly from the second end region and transversely to the body. The first end region tapers in a direction away from the second end region, and the central region of the body defines a recess intersecting a side wall of the body and angled inwardly and towards the first end region to form a hook. The fastener extends through the seating cushion with the base abutting the second surface, and the first end region of the body extending into the trench.
A method for producing a vehicle interior component includes placing a polymeric cushion blank in a mold having a plurality of apertures and a mold cavity. The method may include the step of passing a first fluid having a first predetermined temperature through at least some of the apertures and through the cushion blank to heat the cushion blank to a compliant, non-liquid state. The method may also include passing a second fluid having a second predetermined temperature lower than the first predetermined temperature through the mold and through the cushion blank to cool the cushion blank to a non-compliant state.
A method of making a mesh cushion includes extruding a material through a plurality of filament forming openings in at least one die plate to form a plurality of filaments. The filaments are further manipulated by rollers, funnels, or robotic manipulators. The filaments may be at least partially submerged into a fluid to cool and harden the filaments into the mesh cushion. The method may include environmental controls of temperature or humidity within a chamber or tank where the filaments are manipulated.
D04H 3/07 - Non woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of yarns or filaments otherwise than in a plane, e.g. in a tubular way
B65B 63/00 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on articles or materials to be packaged
B65H 7/00 - Controlling article feeding, separating, pile-advancing, or associated apparatus, to take account of incorrect feeding, absence of articles, or presence of faulty articles
24.
VEHICLE SEATING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME
A vehicle seating system and a method for producing a vehicle seating system may include a cushion made at least in part from a stranded-mesh material and configured to support a seated occupant. Also included may be a support structure configured to support the cushion and a trim-cover material configured to be disposed over at least a portion of the stranded-mesh material. The stranded-mesh material may include an integrated attachment arrangement configured to receive a fastening arrangement for securing the trim-cover material to the stranded-mesh material.
The application relates to a method of bonding seat trimcover to foam cushion. A vehicle seat trim assembly includes a trim cover assembly configured to be disposed over a seat cushion, the trim cover assembly having an A-side forming an occupant support, and a B-side opposite the A-side corresponding to the seat cushion; and a heating wire disposed on a layer of the trim cover assembly. The layer of the trim cover assembly is positioned inward from the occupant support surface. The heating wire forms a predetermined pattern on the layer and includes a core wire with a hot-melt adhesive wrapped thereon. Upon electrification of the heating wire, the core wire generates heat to melt the hot-melt adhesive and bond the trim cover assembly and the seat cushion.
A vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication system is provided with a user interface for displaying content within a host vehicle and at least one transceiver to receive input indicative of the host vehicle turning at an upcoming intersection, and input indicative of driving conditions within a region between a remote vehicle and the upcoming intersection. A processor is programmed to determine a passing maneuver feasibility based on the driving conditions in response to the host vehicle initiating a passing maneuver relative to the remote vehicle, and to generate a driver assist message on the user interface based on the passing maneuver feasibility.
B60W 30/095 - Predicting travel path or likelihood of collision
G06V 20/58 - Recognition of moving objects or obstacles, e.g. vehicles or pedestrians; Recognition of traffic objects, e.g. traffic signs, traffic lights or roads
27.
WARP KNITTED SPACER MESH FABRIC WITH HIGH AIR PERMEABILITY, ELASTICITY AND SUPPORT
A spacer fabric (10) is comprising a first knit layer (12), a second knit layer (14) and a third layer (16) comprising monofilament spacer yarns extending between and connecting the first and second knit layers (12, 14), with the first knit layer (12) having a mesh structure.
In at least one embodiment, a power conversion device for a vehicle is provided. The power conversion device includes a transformer, a microcontroller, and a control circuit. The microcontroller is configured to operate at a first frequency to receive a first current signal indicative of a current of a first voltage network and to generate a first envelope control signal in response to the first current signal. The controller is configured to selectively switch a first plurality of switches on a primary side and a second plurality of switches on a secondary side to convert a first input signal into first output signal in response to at least the first envelope control signal. The controller is further configured to selectively switch the first plurality of switches and the second plurality of switches at a second frequency that is greater than the first frequency.
H02M 1/10 - Arrangements incorporating converting means for enabling loads to be operated at will from different kinds of power supplies, e.g. from ac or dc
H02M 3/158 - Conversion of dc power input into dc power output without intermediate conversion into ac by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only with automatic control of output voltage or current, e.g. switching regulators including plural semiconductor devices as final control devices for a single load
H02M 7/04 - Conversion of ac power input into dc power output without possibility of reversal by static converters
A cover for a vehicle seat is provided. The cover may include a woven top layer and a woven bottom layer, interwoven with the woven top layer. The woven top layer may include a plurality of first warp yarns and a plurality of first weft yarns. The woven bottom layer may include a plurality of second warp yarns and a plurality of second weft yarns. The plurality of second warp and weft yarns may include wool.
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
B60N 2/90 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
A method and apparatus for grading leather based upon the size and spacing of the breaks in the leather. All or a portion of a hide is fed to a fixture that compresses a local area of the hide into a concave shape. The outer side of the hide is compressed and the inner side of the hide is expanded to cause breaks to be manifested in a local area. The local area of the hide is scanned with a digitizing profilometer that measures the depth of the breaks as the hide is fed through the fixture. The depth data measured by the digitizing profilometer is recorded by a controller. The depth data is then correlated with location data representing the local area scanned to develop a map of the break.
A method of heat shrinking a protective sleeve onto an electrical connection includes an initial step of providing an electrical connection, such as between an electrical wire and an electrical termination device, and a protective sleeve having an inner surface and an outer surface. The inner surface of the protective sleeve has an adhesive material applied thereto and is disposed about the electrical connection. Thermal energy is applied to the outer surface of the protective sleeve so as to increase the temperature thereof. Either before, at the same time, or after this step, the temperature of some or all of the electrical connection disposed within the protective sleeve is increased, such as by induction heating. As a result, the protective sleeve shrinks onto the electrical connection, and the adhesive material forms a tight bond between the protective sleeve and the electrical connection.
A vehicle seat includes an illuminated graphic feature. The vehicle seat includes an occupant support. The vehicle seat also includes a light source supported on the occupant support. The light source emits light in an illumination direction when activated. The seat also includes a graphic image that the light that travels in the illumination direction. A cover layer is located in the illumination direction from the graphic image. An illuminated graphic feature is visible through the cover layer when the light source is activated.
A crimping monitoring system includes a sensor configured for electrical connection with at least one of a first element and a second element, and a crimping device including a first crimping fixture and a second crimping fixture. The crimping device may be configured to crimp said first element and said second element together. The sensor may be configured to monitor an electrical characteristic of at least one of said first element and said second element during crimping of said first element and said second element together. The first element may include an electrical terminal and the second element may include a conductor.
H01R 43/04 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for forming connections by deformation, e.g. crimping tool
H01R 43/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for soldered or welded connections
A vehicle charge-cord system has a first cord arrangement including a first plug configured for connection to a vehicle electrical inlet. A second cord arrangement includes a second plug configured for connection to a power supply. A control system is configured to receive input power through the second cord arrangement and to provide output power through the first cord arrangement. The control system is further configured to receive information from the second cord arrangement indicative of at least one parameter of the input power, and to output a signal indicative of at least one parameter of the output power based on the information received.
An assembly line may include a first pallet elevator, a second pallet elevator, an upper track, and a lower track. The upper track may be connected between the first elevator and the second elevator, and may be configured to transport pallets between the first pallet elevator and the second pallet elevator. The lower track disposed below the upper track, and may be configured to transport pallets between the second pallet elevator and the first pallet elevator. A lower track drive system may be connected between the first pallet elevator and the second pallet elevator, and may be configured to engage a first set of a plurality of pallets. An upper track drive system may be configured to engage at least one of the plurality of pallets and to drive a second set of the plurality of pallets via the at least one pallet.
A system for twisting wire that includes an upper portion having a plurality of upper clamps configured to retain an upper wire end corresponding at least one wire pair. The upper portion may be selectively adjustable between a first vertical position and second vertical position. The system also includes a lower portion, disposed on vertically below the upper portion. The lower portion may include a plurality of lower clamps, each of the plurality of lower clamps may be configured to retain a first lower wire end and a second lower wire end corresponding to the at least one wire pair. The system may further include a controller configured to selectively rotate each of the lower clamps in response to instructions corresponding to a twisting program.
B21F 3/02 - Coiling wire into particular forms helically
D07B 3/10 - General-purpose machines or apparatus for producing twisted ropes or cables from component strands of the same or different material in which the take-up reel rotates about the axis of the rope or cable and the supply reels are fixed in position with provision for imparting more than one complete twist to the ropes or cables for each revolution of the take-up reel
D07B 3/04 - General-purpose machines or apparatus for producing twisted ropes or cables from component strands of the same or different material in which the supply reels rotate about the axis of the rope or cable and are arranged in tandem along the axis of the machine
A sewing machine according to the present disclosure includes a base and a support member that is movable with respect to the base between multiple use positions. The support member is configured to support multiple tools such that a selected one of the tools is useable when the support member is positioned in each of the use positions.
A seat track assembly includes a moveable rail configured to support a seat and a stationary rail configured to be mounted to a floor structure. The moveable rail is selectively positioned relative to the stationary rail is a plurality of use positions. The moveable and stationary rails include intermediate stop tabs that permit selective adjustment of the overall travel length of the moveable rail relative to the stationary rail.
A thoracic support for a seat back of a seat is provided. The thoracic support structure is pivotally attached to the seat back and pivots between a first position and a second position. In the second position the support structure supports at least a portion of the thoracic region of the user's spine. An actuator disposed between a support surface and the support structure pivots the support structure from the first position to the second position upon actuation.
An electrical terminal assembly includes a connector body having a passageway formed therein and an electrical terminal. The electrical terminal includes a contact portion having a contact arm and a spring arrangement having a spring arm engaged with the contact arm. The electrical terminal assembly further includes a one way installation feature preventing the electrical terminal from being inserted into the passageway in an incorrect orientation.
A plug assembly for connection with a socket assembly having an electrical pin. The plug assembly includes a housing defining a cavity. The housing includes an aperture formed therein for receiving the pin. An electrical terminal is housed in the cavity of the housing. The terminal is adapted to engage with the pin. A seal is supported in the housing and is adapted to sealingly engage with the pin for sealing the cavity from an outside environment.
A connector assembly includes an inlet assembly and a plug assembly. The inlet assembly has a first electrical contact member. A plug assembly has a second electrical contact member. The plug assembly is movable to an inserted engaged position with the inlet assembly such that the first and second electrical contact members engage one another, and a retracted position such the plug assembly is retracted from the inlet assembly. The connector assembly includes an active locking device for retaining the plug assembly in the inlet assembly. A secondary locking device temporarily retains the plug assembly in the inlet assembly prior to activation of the active locking device.
A track set includes a memory assembly that is operable to an engaged state to set a user- selected position. When the memory assembly is in an engaged state and in the user- selected position, the memory assembly resists movement of a first rail relative to a second rail in an aft direction. When the memory assembly is in the engaged state and in the user-selected position and the second rail moves in a fore direction relative to the first rail, the memory assembly is displaced in the aft direction relative to the second rail to a first position.
A thoracic support for a seatback of a seat is provided. The thoracic support includes a center portion extending in an upright direction and adapted to be positioned adjacent the seatback to align adjacent a thoracic region a user's spine. The center portion is formed of a first foam material having a first hardness. A pair of side portions each disposed adjacent to and are connected with the center portion. The side portions are formed of a second foam material having a second hardness. The first hardness is greater than the second hardness so that the center portion provides support to at least a portion of the thoracic region of the user's spine.
A seatback assembly is provided having a thoracic support structure. The thoracic support structure includes a center portion extending in an upright direction and is adapted to be positioned adjacent the seatback to align adjacent a thoracic region a user's spine. The center portion is formed of a first foam material having a first hardness. A pair of side portions are disposed adjacent to and connected with the center portion. The side portions are formed of a second foam material having a second hardness. The first hardness is greater than the second hardness for providing support to the user's spine. An adjustment mechanism is connected to the thoracic support structure for positioning the support structure along the seatback so that the center portion provides support to at least a portion of the thoracic region of the user's spine.
A vehicle seat recliner has a first plate with an axially extending cylindrical surface and a second plate assembled to the first plate that pivots about a pivot axis. A locking assembly selectively locks the first and second plates together but is released to allow the second plate to pivot relative to the first plate. A case is secured to the second plate and extends about the first plate to prevent axial displacement of the first plate relative to the second plate. The case has a circular portion that provides a bearing surface for the cylindrical surface of the first plate when the first plate and the second plate pivot relative to each other.
B60N 2/20 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being tiltable, e.g. to permit easy access
47.
SEAT ASSEMBLY HAVING IMPROVED TRIM APPEARANCE AND METHOD AND TOOL FOR MAKING THE SAME
A seat assembly having improved trim appearance is provided as well as a method and mold tool for making the seat assembly. In certain embodiments, the seat assembly has at least one narrow trench having a substantially constant width of up to 5 mm, which provides for better tolerances when installing a trim cover on the cushion and provides improved appearance and comfort. In certain embodiments, the mold tool has at least one tool insert that is configured to create the at least one narrow trench with a substantially constant width in the cushion.
The disclosed system employs vehicle seat track assembly including an easy entry system for a vehicle seat, further including a memory system having an adjustment increment compensator which allows for memory system which records displacement by an incremental distance, y, to be employed in a vehicle seat which employees a seat track that allows for fore-aft adjustment by a second incremental distance, x, thereby allowing seat designers and manufacturers to employ a single easy entry memory system on multiple vehicle seat track designs, each of which may have seat tracks which allow fore-aft adjustment at different increments, without modifying the easy entry memory system for each variation in fore-aft adjustment increment. The disclosed compensator also insures that the memory system will be activated even when there is a slight misalignment of the memory module components at the time of activation.
B60N 2/12 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable and tiltable
A slouch rear seat includes a seat bottom, a seat back pivotally mounted to the seat bottom, and a driver for moving the slouch rear seat between a design position and a fully forward position. Characteristically, the seat bottom moves from the design position to the fully forward position by the seat bottom moving upward and forward in a manner that avoids a vehicle occupant contacting the top of the vehicle cabin.
A terminal is provided with a body sized to be received within a receptacle. A distal region extends lengthwise from the body in a receptacle direction. At least one portion of the distal region extends centrally inward into the receptacle to receive a pin to deform and maintain contact with the received pin. A lengthwise extending proximal region is connected to the body and spaced apart from the distal region. At least one portion of the proximal region extends radially outward to engage a side wall of the receptacle to enhance contact of the terminal with the receptacle. A receptacle assembly is provided for receiving one or a plurality of terminals.
A vehicle seat and seat back adjustment mechanism are disclosed that provide for adjusting the angle of inclination of a seat back relative to a seat base and also permit easy entry to the area behind the seat by allowing the seat back to be released to move between an adjusted angle of inclination and a position in which the seat back is folded over the seat base. The adjustment mechanism includes at least one comfort tilt recliner mechanism and one easy entry recliner mechanism that are joined via a first interface and a second interface face each, respectively, located on the outer surfaces of the facing plates of the two mechanisms by a radial laser welding process, such that the mechanisms may be coaxially attached to the vehicle seat to permit the seat back to pivot about a single axis.
B60N 2/225 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable by cycloidal or planetary mechanisms
A recliner for a vehicle seat has a load bearing cam that provides robustness for the recliner mechanism and an anti -chucking cam that resists noise and vibration in the vehicle seat. The recliner includes a stationary plate that is secured to either the seat bottom or the seatback and a pivotal plate that is secured to the other part of the seat. The pivotal plate is pivotally connected to the stationary plate about a pivot axis. The pivotal plate has a set of radially inwardly extending gear teeth. A plurality of latches are provided that are pivotally connected to the pivotal plate. Pivot connectors are provided that are received in pivot recesses formed in the latches. The latches are provided with a set of radially outwardly extending gear teeth that are selectively engaged with the teeth of the pivotal plate. The load bearing cam and anti-chucking cam together prevent disengagement of the teeth of the latches from the radially inwardly extending gear teeth of
The invention relates to a motor vehicle comprising a motor vehicle seat (10), in particular a foldable motor vehicle seat (10), comprising a backrest structure (210) and a seat structure (310) that is foldably connected via an adjustment device (100) to the backrest structure (210), wherein the adjustment device (100) has at least one engagement fitting (150) having a backrest section (16) for connecting to the backrest structure (210) and a seat section (18) for connecting to the seat structure (310), wherein the backrest section (16) and the seat section (18) are arranged on different sides of the backrest structure (210) and/or of the seat structure (310). The invention further relates to an associated method.
B60N 2/22 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable
B60N 2/235 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable by gear-pawl type mechanisms
An electrically conducting terminal having capabilities to facilitate electrically connecting to one or more connectors is disclosed. The electrically conducting terminal may include a recessed end to receive a connector. The recessed end may include a resilient element, such as but not limited to a female contact, to facilitate electrical conductivity between the connector and the terminal. The electrically conducting terminal may include an end cap, end piece, or other feature to facilitate retaining the resilient element within the recessed end.
A female contact is provided for an electrical connector. The female contact includes a body portion and a plurality of flexible beams that extend from the body portion. The body portion is biased for engagement with a connector housing. The flexible beams taper from a first width this is near the body portion to a second width that is smaller than the first width.
A vehicle seat assembly having a seat bottom that includes first and second side frame members and a front cushion module. The front cushion module has a support wire and a cushion. The support wire has first and second ends that are disposed proximate the front end of the first and second side frame members, respectively. The cushion receives and is supported by the support wire.
A seat assembly is provided that includes a seat structure having a seat bottom and a seat back. The seat assembly further includes a single support leg having a pedestal portion that is adapted to support the seat structure on the single support leg relative to a support surface.
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
B60N 2/04 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable
B60N 3/06 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of footrests
58.
VEHICLE SEAT MEMORY TRACK ASSEMBLY WITH EXTERNAL RELEASE
A vehicle seat memory track assembly including two pairs of upper and lower seat rails that are positioned on opposite sides of a seat bottom of a vehicle seat, a seat track locking system, and a first actuator is operably connected to the seat track locking system. The first actuator includes a release lever positioned externally to the nested upper and lower seat rail pairs, and movable from a non-activated position to an activated position whereby the release lever causes an activation bracket to disengage the seat track locking system to allow slidable longitudinal movement of the seat to a different desired seating position. A memory system, when activated, records the longitudinal travel of the seat.
B60N 2/20 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being tiltable, e.g. to permit easy access
59.
VEHICLE SEAT ASSEMBLY WITH AIR BAG GUIDE HAVING ATTACHMENT TABS
In at least certain embodiments, the vehicle seat assembly comprises a frame, a seat pad, a trim cover extending over the seat pad and including a release seam adjacent the seat pad, and an air bag assembly within the trim cover. In accordance with this embodiment, the air bag assembly includes an inflator and an air bag inflatable to project outwardly from the seat through the air bag release seam of the trim cover. Further in accordance with this embodiment, the vehicle seat assembly further includes an air bag guide including an inner panel and an outer panel that are associated with the air bag assembly and each having a plurality of tabs connected to the trim cover.
B60R 21/207 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components in vehicle seats
In at least certain embodiments, the vehicle seat assembly comprises a frame, a seat pad, a trim cover extending over the seat pad and including a release seam adjacent the seat pad, and an air bag assembly within the trim cover. In accordance with this embodiment, the air bag assembly includes an inflator and an air bag inflatable to project outwardly from the seat through the air bag release seam of the trim cover. Further in accordance with this embodiment, the vehicle seat assembly further includes an air bag guide including an inner panel and an outer panel that are associated with the air bag assembly and each have a forward end connected to one side of the release seam on one of the trim panels.
B60R 21/207 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated condition; Arrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components in vehicle seats
A seat assembly having a guide bushing. The guide bushing has an opening for receiving a support post. First and second engagement features are provided that are configured to engage the support post. The first engagement feature is configured to flex in response to a biasing force exerted by a biasing member.
A vehicle seat track assembly includes a first track having first and second spaced apart walls. Each of the first and second walls includes a plurality of openings formed therein. A second track is slidably mounted relative to the first track. The second track includes a pair of spaced apart side walls defining an interior therebetween. A locking mechanism is mounted on the second track. The locking mechanism includes a first actuator carried by the second track and at least in part disposed within the interior. A first pin is slidably mounted relative to the second track and is movable by the first actuator from an engaged position such that the first pin extends through one of the plurality of openings formed in the first wall of the first track to a disengaged position such that the first pin is retracted from the one of the plurality of openings formed in the first wall of the first track. A second actuator is carried by the second track and at least in part disposed within the interior. A second pin is slidably mounted relative to the second track and is movable by the second actuator from an engaged position such that the second pin extends through one of the plurality of openings formed in the second wall of the first track to a disengaged position such that the second pin is retracted from the one of the plurality of openings formed in the second wall of the first track. A release handle is pivotally attached to the second track. The release handle has a manually operated grasping portion and a lever arm. The lever arm is disposed within the interior of the second track and engaged with the first and second actuators. Pivoting movement of the release handle enables the first and second actuators to move the first and second pins into their disengaged positions.
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
63.
LATCH MECHANISM FOR RELEASABLY SECURING A SEAT TO A FLOOR
A latch mechanism selectively securing an apparatus, such as a vehicle seat, to a support surface, such as a floor in a vehicle. The latch mechanism includes a housing portion, and a hook that is supported on the housing portion for movement between an engaged position, wherein the apparatus is secured to the support surface, and a disengaged position, wherein the apparatus is not secured to the support surface. A locking cam is supported on the housing portion for movement between a locking position, wherein the hook is positively retained in the engaged position, and an unlocking position, wherein the hook is not positively retained in the engaged position. Lastly, an anti-chuck cam is supported on the housing portion and engages the hook when the hook is in the engaged position to minimize or prevent rattling thereof. A sensor, such as an electrical switch, generates a signal indicating whether the locking cam is in the locking position, wherein the hook is positively retained in the engaged position, or the unlocking position, wherein the hook is not positively retained in the engaged position.
B60N 2/08 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable characterised by the locking device
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
64.
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD HAVING ALUMINUM TRACES WITH A SOLDERABLE LAYER OF MATERIAL OF APPLIED THERETO
A method is provided for producing a printed circuit board. The method includes the step of providing an insulating substrate having a layer of aluminum material applied to the substrate. A portion of the layer of aluminum material is removed for defining a circuit trace. A layer of conductive material is applied to the layer of aluminum material.
H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering
An armrest assembly includes a body and a pair of elongate side members at an outer side periphery of the body. The assembly further includes a tray extending between the side members, wherein the tray defines a beverage holder and is slidably mounted relative to the body.
B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
A deformable structure for automotive interior components includes a substrate and a cushion element. The cushion element is disposed over the substrate. The cushion element includes a fiber pad and a fibrous cushion section, each of which has cellulosic fibers. The deformable structure also includes a cover disposed over the cushion element. The cushion element is substantially free of any resinous foams. A vehicle seat and trim laminate incorporating the deformable structure is also provided.
Embodiments of the invention are generally directed to securing a trim cover to a vehicle seat cushion. In at least one embodiment, a seat cushion assembly comprises a foam cushion having an "A" surface, a "B" surface, and at least one slot extending therebetween, a trim cover extending over the foam cushion, and a trim cover attachment assembly secured to the trim cover for securing the trim cover adjacent the foam cushion. In at least one embodiment, the trim cover attachment assembly comprises a flexible sheet having a first end attached to the trim cover and a second end having a paddle that sits adjacent the "B" surface of the foam cushion, the fabric extending through the slot of the foam cushion.
A47C 31/00 - CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS - Details or accessories for chairs, beds, or the like, not provided for in other groups of this subclass, e.g. upholstery fasteners, mattress protectors, stretching devices for mattress nets
A seat assembly having a seat back that includes a side frame member and a cross member. The cross member may have first and second support post openings for receiving a headrest support post. First and second sets of arcuate ribs may be disposed between the first and second support post openings. Members of the first set may be concave with respect to the first support post opening Members of the second set may be concave with respect to the second support post opening.
A mounting assembly for an armrest includes a pivot shaft that is fixed relative to one of an armrest and a seat and a brake shaft fixed relative to the pivot shaft. The mounting assembly also includes a resilient restraining member mounted relative to the other of an armrest and a seat. The resilient restraining member is movable between a restrain position in which the resilient restraining member restrains the pivot shaft in an installed position, and a release position in which the resilient restraining member does not restrain the pivot shaft in the installed position. The mounting assembly also includes a brake channel that engages the brake shaft when the pivot shaft is in the installed position. When the pivot shaft is in the installed position the armrest may be pivoted relative to the seat between a use position and a stowed position.
A vehicle has self-contained, stand-alone flexible displays in a wide variety of locations and serving a wide variety or purposes, such as entertainment, safety warnings, operating instructions, maps, vehicle information, etc. The displays may be positioned on a vehicle interior component having a contoured surface profile, or may be movable from a generally concealed storage position to an extended position. The display may be rolled like a scroll in a storage position. The displays may show a single picture, multiple pictures on sequential frames, interactive videos, etc. and may include audio information, touch screen switches, etc.
B60N 3/00 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for
B60N 2/90 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
B60R 11/02 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for for radio sets, television sets, telephones, or the like; Arrangement of controls thereof
A semi active drive mechanism (10) is configured to actively raise and passively lower the elevation of a seat assembly. The semi active drive mechanism includes a drive gear (22) having a plurality of ratchet teeth (26) mounted for rotation about a central axis (24) intersecting a support plate (12). A lever (30) is pivotally mounted about the central axis relative to the support plate and drive gear. A spring (32) is configured to bias the lever in a neutral position. A drive pawl is pivotally mounted to the lever for engaging and rotating the drive gear in a first direction. The drive pawl (40) includes a cam pin (42) that is configured to slide along a cam surface (44). A locking pawl (50) is pivotally mounted to the support plate for engaging the drive gear and preventing rotation of the drive gear in a second direction. The lever further includes a guide pin (52) that is configured to contact and pivot the locking pawl.
B60N 2/16 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable height-adjustable
B60N 2/90 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
A seat assembly having a soft latch mechanism. The soft latch mechanism includes a spring arm disposed on a bracket and a housing disposed on a seat back frame. The housing engages an end portion of the spring arm when the seat back frame is in a folded position to inhibit movement of the seat back frame away from the seat bottom frame.
A latching system that may be associated with a seat. The latching system may include a latch arm configured to engage a striker and a biasing member having a first portion. The latch arm moves from an unlatched position to a latched position when the first portion disengages the latch arm.
B60N 2/20 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being tiltable, e.g. to permit easy access
A seat assembly includes a back frame rotatably attached to a seat pan and movable between an upright position and a dumped forward position. The seat assembly is mounted on a secured track through an adjustment track mounted to the seat pan. A locking mechanism selectively locks the adjustment track to the secured track. A memory mechanism engaged with the secured track can be used to reposition the seat assembly in the position it was in immediately prior to folding of the seat back to a dumped forward position. The locking mechanism includes means for positioning the memory mechanism along the secured track when the seat back is in an upright position. The positioning means is disengaged from the locking mechanism when the seat back is in a dumped forward position so that the memory mechanism maintains its position with the secured track.
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
A seat assembly for use with a vehicle includes a seat back that is mountable in the vehicle such that the seat is pivotable between a use position and a folded position. Furthermore, the seat back includes an engaging member. The seat assembly also includes a hinge assembly associated with the seat back. The hinge assembly includes a bracket that is attachable to the vehicle, a pivot member pivotally attached to the bracket, and a blocking member pivotally attached to the bracket. When a sufficient forward force is applied to the seat back, the pivot member pivots in a first direction about a first axis, which causes the blocking member to pivot in a second direction different than the first direction about a second axis and engage the engaging member, thereby blocking pivotal movement of the seat back. In this embodiment, the second axis is located forward of the first axis.
This invention relates in general to a vehicle seat having a mounting frame assembly connected to the vehicle floor, a seat bottom frame mounted for movement relative to the mounting frame assembly, and a link member connecting the mounting frame assembly and the seat bottom frame. The link member has a first connection to the seat bottom frame at one end of the link member and a second connection to the mounting frame assembly at another end of the link member, and one of the connections allows pivotal movement. The pivotal connection includes a protruding member extending through and retained in an aperture. The protruding member is a part of the mounting frame assembly, the seat bottom frame or the link member.
A seat assembly having a seat back and a head restraint assembly. The head restraint assembly includes a headrest, a support post, and a drive assembly that may have a rotatable element. The drive assembly engages the support post and actuates the headrest away from the seat back when the rotatable element is rotated in a first direction and actuates the headrest toward the seat back when the rotatable element is rotated in a second direction.
A recliner mechanism for a vehicle seat includes a guide plate and a gear plate. The gear plate has a plurality of internal gear teeth and an inner diameter. A hub is attached to a shaft that connects two recliners on opposite sides of the seat. The guide plate, the gear plate and a cam are retained on the hub by a retainer clip. Two locking elements cooperate with the guide plate, and have a plurality of external gear teeth that selectively engage the internal gear teeth. When the cam rotates, the cam engages the cam surfaces with one of the engagement surfaces unlocking the external gear teeth from the internal gear teeth. Springs cooperate with the guide plate and the cam for locking the mechanism. The inner diameter of the gear plate is received on the retainer clip that provides a bearing surface for rotation of the gear plate.
An adjustable memory track assembly for a vehicle seat has a lower rail (18) adapted to be secured relative to a vehicle frame, and an upper rail (20) adapted to support the seat for fore/aft sliding movement relative to the lower rail (18). The adjustable memory track assembly (24) also has a track lock assembly (24) operable via a first actuator (28) between a locked, engaged state wherein relative movement between the lower (18) and upper rails (20) is resisted, and an unlocked, disengaged state wherein the seat can be slid to and then locked in a user-selected position. The adjustable memory track assembly (24) is characterized in that the memory module (24) is provided with a blocking element to prevent rearward movement of the seat past the user-selected position independent of the locking state of the track lock assembly (24).
B60N 2/08 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable characterised by the locking device
B60N 2/12 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable and tiltable
B60N 2/20 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being tiltable, e.g. to permit easy access
A seat adjustment apparatus comprises a first rail (24) and a second rail (26) each having a plurality of openings that extend along a longitudinal axis, the openings being defined by spaced-apart locking surfaces. A locking mechanism having first (56) and second (58) locking portions is configured to engage the first and second rails. The first (56) and second (58) locking portions are selectively rotatable between a released position and a locked position. In the locked position, the first and second locking portions are configured for relative axial movement along the longitudinal axis such that the interaction of the first and second locking portions of the locking mechanism with the spaced-apart locking surfaces of the openings of the first and second rails attenuates longitudinal freeplay therebetween.
B60N 2/08 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable characterised by the locking device
81.
POSITIVELY ENGAGED LOCKING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE SEAT
A vehicle seat track assembly includes a first track having first and second spaced apart walls. Each of the first and second walls include a plurality of openings formed therein. A second track is slidably mounted relative to the first track. The vehicle seat track assembly further has a locking mechanism including a first pin carried by the second track and slidably movable between an engaged position such that the first pin extends through one of the plurality of openings formed in the first wall of the first track and a disengaged position such that the first pin is retracted from the plurality of openings formed in the first wall of the first track. A second pin is carried by the second track and is slidably movable between an engaged position such that the second pin extends through one of the plurality of openings formed in the second wall of the first track and a disengaged position such that the second pin is retracted from the plurality of openings formed in the second wall of the first track. The first and second pins are movable in directions different from one another when moving into their respective engaged positions.
B60N 2/08 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable characterised by the locking device
A vehicle seat frame assembly 10 includes a seat bottom frame 14 and a seat back frame 12 pivotally mounted relative to the seat bottom frame 14. A headrest assembly 47 has a headrest 76 and is movable between an extended position and a retracted position relative to the seat back frame 12. The headrest assembly 47 is pivotally connected to the one of the seat bottom frame 14 and a portion of the vehicle, and slidingly connected to the seat back frame 12.
A seat latch for use in retaining a seat back or other element in a locked position. The seat latch may include a lifting element configured to lift a locking fork into locking engagement with a retaining hook. The lifting element may be a spring that experiences increased tension when the seat back is folded into an upright position. The increased tension can cause the spring to lock the seat back relative to the retaining hook.
B60N 2/04 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable
A deformable structure for automotive interior components includes a substrate and a cushion element. The cushion element is disposed over the substrate. The cushion element includes a fiber section which has cellulosic fibers. The deformable structure also includes a cover disposed over the cushion element. A vehicle seat and trim laminate incorporating the deformable structure is also provided.
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
85.
A VEHICLE SEAT ASSEMBLY HAVING A SELF ADJUSTING SEAT CUSHION
A vehicle seat assembly includes a seat bottom having a seat cushion and a seat bottom frame subassembly adjacent the cushion. The seat bottom frame subassembly has a platform portion with an aperture, a first substantially rigid support member suspended from the platform portion across the aperture, and a second substantially rigid support member suspended from the platform portion across the aperture. The first support member and the second support member are configured to move between the retracted position and a deployed position when a load is applied to the cushion. The first support member and the second support member cooperate to support the cushion when the first support member and the second support member are in the deployed position.
A seat assembly and a method of controlling temperature of a seat assembly. The seat assembly may include a seat bottom configured to move between a first position and a second position. A flexible duct provides air to the seat bottom. The flexible duct has a housing defining an air passage and a plurality of support members disposed in the air passage. The flexible duct moves when the seat bottom moves from the first position to the second position.
B60R 21/015 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents including means for detecting the presence or position of passengers, passenger seats or child seats, e.g. for disabling triggering
A seat assembly having a seat bottom and a seat back. The seat back includes first and second side members and a cross member. The cross member has an extended portion that extends from the first side member. A bushing is disposed on the extended portion and is received by a hole in the seat bottom to support pivotal movement of the seat back.
A vehicle seat frame (10) includes a plurality of frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64). At least one of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) is fixedly connected to another of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64), defining a fixed joint (84, 86, 88, 90). In each fixed joint (84, 86, 88, 90), one of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) is connected to another of the frame components (16, 40, 42, 50, 60, 62, 64) only by at least one of structural adhesive, a fastener (72, 74), and a fixed swaged joint (76).
A seat assembly having a recliner mechanism and a memory module. The recliner mechanism facilitates pivotal movement of a seat back. The memory module controls operation of the recliner mechanism.
A vehicle seat assembly has a seat bottom that is adapted for attachment to a vehicle. The seat bottom has a foam layer and an expanded polymer layer that defines a first cavity. The first cavity is configured to receive an electrical component.
A vehicle seat assembly having a seat pad, a trim cover, an air bag module, and a pad shield. The air bag module has an air bag, an inflator, and a housing that receives the air bag when the air bag is in a stored condition. The pad shield extends at least partially around the housing. Inflation of the air bag forces the pad shield against the seat pad to inhibit the air bag from contacting at least a portion of the seat pad.
A vehicle seat with an active head restraint system is provided with a seatback frame having a pair of side members. An armature extends transversely between the side members with a pair of lateral ends each pivotally connected to one of the side members. A head restraint rod extends from the armature for supporting a head restraint. An actuator is mounted to the seatback frame for actuating the armature. A bushing is mounted to the frame, the armature or the actuator. A rivet is mounted to the bushing and another of the frame, armature and actuator. The rivet preloads the bushing to minimize inadvertent movement at the connection. A method for assembling a vehicle seat is provided wherein the bushing is preassembled to the rivet. Another method for assembling a vehicle seat is provided wherein the rivet preloads the bushing to minimize inadvertent movement at the connection.
B60N 2/42 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles the seat constructed to protect the occupant from the effect of abnormal g-forces, e.g. crash or safety seats
93.
HAPTIC ALERT WAVEFORM GENERATION METHOD AND SYSTEM
Haptic alert waveform generation method and system for use with haptic actuators that impart haptic sensations according to a waveform of an input signal used to the control the haptic actuator. The shape and/or amplitude of the waveform may be controlled according to information collected from various vehicle systems, allowing virtually any type of waveform to generated and used to impart virtually any type of haptic sensations.
A vehicle head restraint system is provided with a support rod to be mounted to a seat back. A head restraint is supported by the support rod. The head restraint is moveable from a design position to an extended position to provide support to a head of an occupant. An active head restraint assembly is mounted to the support rod and supports the head restraint for moving the head restraint. The active head restraint assembly has an extension member mounted to the support rod and the head restraint to move the head restraint when activated. The extension member has pressurized gas provided therein for movement thereof. The active head restraint assembly has an actuator connected to the pressurized gas to activate the extension member.
A vehicle seat (10) includes a support frame (12) that mounts a suspension frame (22) by a spring suspension (29) under the operation of a control lever (32) and a slide assembly (38) for providing suspension of the seat and horizontal positioning.
An interior component having an illuminated portion comprises a trim cover positioned over a substrate. At least one light conductive element is in communication with an illumination source. A carrier engages the trim cover. The carrier further secures the light conductive element to the trim cover. The carrier has a plurality of windows formed therethrough such that the light conductive element is visible through the plurality of windows. The illuminated portion may further include an emblem in communication with the light source. The illuminated interior component may be formed by a method that includes the steps of forming a light conductive element that includes extruding an optical guide and a carrier having a mounting tab thereon.
A vehicle seat assembly (10) includes a seat bottom (18) and a seat back (14, 16) movable between a stowed position and an upright position. The vehicle seat assembly (10) further includes an assist handle (20) that is movably mounted to the seat back (14, 16) and movable between a storage position and a use position for moving the seat back (14, 16) from the stowed position to the upright position.
A pressure receiving member for receiving loads from a pelvic region and back portions of a passenger, is formed into an approximate U character shape and is connected to a crank member to hang across left and right side members inside a seat back. During a rear-end collision, the pressure receiving member shifts to and circularly moves the crank member in the backward and upper directions to circularly move circularly moving links against the energizing force provided by an extension spring. An arm of a lumbar support forms an approximate-L-character- shaped part. An insertion hole starts with a hole of a larger diameter and extends to a hole of a smaller diameter so that the arm can be inserted into the insertion hole in a horizontal direction. A bushing with a flange is mounted around the arm, and fit together with larger-diameter hole of the insertion hole to support the arm.
A battery monitoring system that may be used to measure/monitor any number of battery operating conditions, including those associated with a vehicle battery. The system may be configured to interconnect a battery post that receives energy from the battery and a cable that electrically connects the battery to a vehicle.
A method of manufacturing a composite textile having a textile face layer and a non-woven backing layer. The textile face layer may be bonded to the non-woven backing layer using various techniques such as by providing an adhesive or adhesive material associated with at least one of the layers.
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
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