US3830519A
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Fiber reinforced inflatable restraining band for vehicles
Assignee: Honeywell International Inc
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Filing: 1973-01-10
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Granted: 1974-08-20
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Expires: 1993-01-10
Abstract
Abstract An inflatable restraining band for vehicle safety systems which is formed from an extruded seamless plastic tube having fiber reinforcement extending longitudinally thereof.
Inventors
- 👤 D Lewis
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 19:18
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R21/00; B60R21/02; B60R21/16; B60R21/18
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
65 words
An inflatable restraint means for a vehicle safety system which when folded and uninflated functions as a seat belt comprising an extruded tubular inflatable member folded in its uninflated condition and containing a plurality of fibers arranged around the circumference thereof extending in a direction generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the tubular member, and providing reinforcement therefor, and means for inflating said member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
65 words
An inflatable restraint means for a vehicle safety system which when folded and uninflated functions as a seat belt comprising an extruded tubular inflatable member folded in its uninflated condition and containing a plurality of fibers arranged around the circumference thereof extending in a direction generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the tubular member, and providing reinforcement therefor, and means for inflating said member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
The restraint means of claim 1, said fibers being arranged in a plurality of groups of fibers arranged whereby said groups provide the facing for said member when it is in its folded condition.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
36 words
The restraining means of claim 1 wherein the fiber reinforcement comprises a series of webbing spaced around the circumference of said tubular member whereby said webbing provides the facing for said member in its folded condition.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
12 words
The restraining means of claim 1 wherein the fiber reinforcement comprises nylon.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
12 words
The restraining means of claim 1 wherein the fiber reinforcement comprises polyester.
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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) | 1977-08-19 | 1978-02-18 | 1978-08-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-08-19 | 1982-02-18 | 1982-08-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-08-19 | 1986-02-18 | 1986-08-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |