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Safety belt system for motor vehicles
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-01-20
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Granted: 1973-01-23
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Expires: 1991-01-20
Abstract
Abstract A vehicular seat belt system has a body encircling, arcuate rod of semi-rigid form positioned across a seat in a position such that the seat cannot be occupied without first manually displacing the rod. The rod is hinged at one end and is biased so as to automatically move toward its closed position when released after seat occupancy. The rod is provided with securing means at its other end, the securing means including an automatic adjustment function.
Inventors
- 👤 B Rothschild
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 04:48
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R22/00; B60R22/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
92 words
A safety seat belt system for an automotive vehicle having a seat and having an electrical system, the seat belt system comprising: an arcuate, semi-rigid seat belt having first and second ends; the belt being hinged at one of said ends in a housing structure; means in said housing structure to bias the belt in a position across said seat; latch means at the other end of the belt to releasably engage the belt in restraining position; and means for automatically adjusting the length of the belt upon engagement of the latch.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
92 words
A safety seat belt system for an automotive vehicle having a seat and having an electrical system, the seat belt system comprising: an arcuate, semi-rigid seat belt having first and second ends; the belt being hinged at one of said ends in a housing structure; means in said housing structure to bias the belt in a position across said seat; latch means at the other end of the belt to releasably engage the belt in restraining position; and means for automatically adjusting the length of the belt upon engagement of the latch.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
The invention of claim 1, and: means responsive to contact of the belt with the wearer to deactivate the means for automatic adjustment.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
50 words
The invention of claim 1, wherein: the housing structure includes a first housing and a second housing; the first and second housings being pivoted together on a hinge; and spring means having spring portions extended into each of the housings to constantly urge at least one thereof to said position.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
The invention of claim 1, wherein: the latch means is controlled by the vehicle electrical system.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
66 words
The invention of claim 1, wherein: the belt includes a main body comprising a rod; said other end of the belt comprises a sleeve telescopically engaged over the rod and having a magnet member therein; a cable attached to the sleeve and to the rod; and means activated by the magnet to exert an inward force on the cable to draw the rod into the sleeve.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
The invention of claim 5, wherein: the last named means comprises a gear and pulley system.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
35 words
The invention of claim 6, and: the gear and pulley system including a ratchet; and a pawl engaged with the ratchet upon actuation of the system to prevent withdrawal of the rod from the sleeve.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
49 words
The invention of claim 2, wherein: said means to deactivate the system comprises a sensor spring; the sensor spring having a pawl thereon; a gear and pulley system, including a ratchet, for adjusting the belt; and the pawl engaging the ratchet upon contact of the sensor with the wearer.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
22 words
The invention of claim 7, wherein: the magnet member is activated by the vehicle electrical system; and a switch for said system.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
13 words
The invention of claim 9, and: a delay system in said electrical system.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-01-23 | 1976-07-24 | 1977-01-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-23 | 1980-07-24 | 1981-01-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-23 | 1984-07-24 | 1985-01-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |