US5332257A
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Tether retention system for airbag module cover
Assignee: Autoliv ASP Inc
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Filing: 1993-08-09
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Granted: 1994-07-26
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Expires: 2013-08-09
Abstract
Abstract A tether retention system for an airbag module cover includes a channel formed in the side of the reaction canister. One end of the tether includes a loop which is inserted into the channel through a slot. A solid rod is inserted into the channel and through the loop to anchor it in place.
Inventors
- 👤 Mark Rogers
- 👤 Larry D. Rose
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 09:56
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R21/00; B60R21/02; B60R21/16; B60R21/20; B60R21/217; B60R21/2171; B60R21/215; B60R21/216
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
92 words
In an airbag module for use in a motor vehicle including a reaction canister housing an airbag and an airbag inflator and a module cover displaceable by said airbag upon inflation, the improvement which comprises: a tether having first and second ends, the first end being secured to said module cover and the second end forming a loop; a retainer rod extending through said loop; and a channel enclosing said retainer rod and loop in a fixed position in said motor vehicle to anchor said tether during displacement of said module cover.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
92 words
In an airbag module for use in a motor vehicle including a reaction canister housing an airbag and an airbag inflator and a module cover displaceable by said airbag upon inflation, the improvement which comprises: a tether having first and second ends, the first end being secured to said module cover and the second end forming a loop; a retainer rod extending through said loop; and a channel enclosing said retainer rod and loop in a fixed position in said motor vehicle to anchor said tether during displacement of said module cover.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
95 words
In an airbag module for use in a motor vehicle including a reaction canister housing an airbag and an airbag inflator and a module cover displaceable by said airbag upon inflation, the improvement which comprises: a tether having first and second ends, the first end being secured to said module cover and the second end forming a loop; a retainer rod extending through said loop; and positioning means in the form of a channel on said reaction canister enclosing said retainer rod and loop therein to anchor said tether during displacement of said module cover.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
95 words
In an airbag module for use in a motor vehicle including a reaction canister housing an airbag and an airbag inflator and a module cover displaceable by said airbag upon inflation, the improvement which comprises: a tether having first and second ends, the first end being secured to said module cover and the second end forming a loop; a retainer rod extending through said loop; and positioning means in the form of a channel on said reaction canister enclosing said retainer rod and loop therein to anchor said tether during displacement of said module cover.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The improvement of claim 2 wherein said positioning means additionally comprises at least one end plate on said reaction canister blocking an end of said channel.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
10 words
The improvement of claim 3 wherein said tether is fabric.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
The improvement of claim 4 wherein said tether is a single ply fabric folded upon itself to form a double ply main body with a loop at each end.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
29 words
The improvement of claim 1 wherein said tether is a single ply material folded upon itself to form a double ply main body with a loop at each end.
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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) | 1997-07-25 | 1998-01-24 | 1998-07-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2001-07-25 | 2002-01-24 | 2002-07-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2005-07-25 | 2006-01-24 | 2006-07-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |