A connector assembly includes a housing, a first locking member, and a second locking member. The housing may include a first end adapted to receive said substantially planar cable and may include a second end adapted to receive said one or more terminals. The first locking member may be connected to the housing, and the first locking member ay be movable from a pre-loaded position to a closed position configured to secure said substantially planar cable. The second locking member may be connectable to the housing in a direction substantially perpendicular to said substantially planar cable. In a connected position, the second locking member may electrically connect said one or more terminals with said substantially planar cable.
H01R 12/77 - Coupling devices for flexible printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables or like structures
H01R 43/20 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for assembling or disassembling contact members with insulating base, case or sleeve
A multi-chamber bladder is comprised of a plurality of stacked bladder sheets including at least a first bladder sheet, a second bladder sheet, and a third bladder sheet, wherein the first bladder sheet and the second bladder sheet have aligned chamber holes, and wherein the third bladder sheet encloses one end of the multi-chamber bladder. A tube is positioned between the second and third bladder sheets such that one end of the tube extends outward of an outer perimeter of the plurality of bladder sheets. A single attachment interface attaches the tube and the outer perimeter of the second and third bladder sheets together.
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.
A seat assembly, comprising: a seat back, comprising: a seat back frame; a cushion coupled with the seat back frame; a mounting bracket coupled with the seat back frame; and a radar system configured to generate a radar cone and coupled with the mounting bracket, the radar system comprising a radar sensor; wherein at least one of a size or a position of the radar cone is adjustable.
An article may include a blade and a leg portion, the blade extending from the leg portion in a first direction, the leg portion may include a shelf providing a first width from a first lateral edge to a second lateral edge, a first rounded protrusion at the first lateral edge and spaced from the shelf in a second direction opposite the first direction, a second rounded protrusion at the second lateral edge, the first and second rounded protrusions each providing a curvature at the respective lateral edges with a radius and providing a second width greater than the first width, a first rounded indentation between the first rounded protrusion and the shelf, and a second rounded indentation between the second rounded protrusion and the shelf, the first and second rounded indentations each providing a curvature at the respective lateral edges with the radius.
H01R 13/04 - Pins or blades for co-operation with sockets
H01R 43/20 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for assembling or disassembling contact members with insulating base, case or sleeve
A system includes a first group of sheets providing a first plurality of rows, each having an inlet and an outlet, and a first column transverse to the first plurality of rows. The first column prevents fluid from flowing from the respective inlets to the respective outlets of the first plurality of rows when the first column is filled with fluid. A second group of sheets provides a second plurality of rows and a second column transverse to the second plurality of rows. The second column prevents fluid from flowing from the respective inlets to the respective outlets of the second plurality of rows when the second column is filled with fluid. A shared inlet valve modulates fluid flow into the one of the first plurality of rows and the one of the second plurality of rows.
A cushion assembly is provided with a cushion, that is provided with a mesh member with a set of filaments of polymeric material that are looped and bonded to each other. A trim member is sized to extend at least partially across an occupant support surface of the cushion. A retainer is provided with a base connected to the trim member, a tether extending from the base and received in an aperture through the cushion. A flange is attached to the tether, spaced apart from the base, with a fastener is attached to the flange. Also, a flange provided with a portion that is elastically deformable relative to the tether so that the flange is collapsible and insertable through the aperture, and expandable to retain the retainer.
An electrical connector, comprising: a housing at least partially defining a plurality of terminal channels configured to at least partially receive a plurality of electrical terminals; a cover releasably connected to the housing; and a plurality of first terminal connectors connected to the cover and each disposed partially in or adjacent to two terminal channels of the plurality of terminal channels to electrically connect a respective two electrical terminals of the plurality of electrical terminals.
A product includes a first cam and a second cam. The first cam is supported upon one of a seat bottom and a seat base. The seat bottom is pivotal relative to the seat base. The first cam comprises a cam surface defined along an outer periphery of the first cam. The cam surface defines a recessed region. The cam surface comprises a protruding tip extending from the recessed region. The second cam is supported upon the other of the seat bottom and the seat base. The protruding tip is operable to engage the second cam to latch the second cam to the first cam in an engaged position.
B60N 2/08 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement 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 cushion assembly is provided with a cushion provided with a mesh member. The mesh member is provided with a set of filaments of polymeric material, wherein at least two members of the set of filaments are looped and bonded to each other. A fluid impermeable layer is attached to the cushion. The fluid impermeable layer is provided with an inlet and an outlet. The inlet and outlet are formed in a base surface or an occupant support surface of the cushion. A fluid actuator is attached to the inlet or the outlet. A retainer is connected to the fluid impermeable layer and the cushion, and the retainer extends into a fluid permeable region of the cushion between the inlet and the outlet.
An electrical system may include an energy store, a load, and a pre-charge system connecting the energy store and the load. The load may include a DC link. The pre-charge system may include a capacitive coupler. The pre-charge system may pre-charge the DC link of the load via a pre-charging cycle that alternates between (i) a charging phase during which the capacitive coupler and the DC link are charged by the energy store and (ii) a discharging phase during which a charge of the capacitive coupler is discharged and a charge of the DC link is maintained in the DC link.
An assembly includes at least one bladder, at least one fluid line, and a carrier layer supporting the at least one fluid line. The at least one fluid line is attached to the base material via a stitched attachment.
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.
A clip and a seat assembly comprising the clip. The clip is disposed in a mesh member. The mesh member comprises a set of filaments. The clip has a barb and a mount. The barb secures the clip to the mesh member. A hook and loop fastener secures a trim cover to the clip.
An assembly includes a seat structure, trim material associated with the seat structure, and a length adjuster associated with the trim material. The length adjuster is movable between a retracted position and an extended position. A trim attachment wire has a first portion coupled to the seat structure to define a pivot axis and a second portion coupled to an edge of the trim material. The edge of the trim material moves with the second portion about the pivot axis as the length adjuster moves between the retracted position and the extended position.
B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldingsLedgesWall linersRoof liners
B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
An electrical connector includes a frame that defines a module cavity. The module cavity includes an insertion opening on an insertion end of the frame. The electrical connector includes a first module that defines a first terminal cavity adapted to accommodate a first electrical terminal. The electrical connector also includes a second module that defines a second terminal cavity adapted to accommodate a second electrical terminal. The first module is movable relative to the frame through the insertion opening and a first lock retains the first module in a first module position. The second module is movable relative to the frame through the insertion opening and a second lock retains the second module in a second module position.
H01R 13/514 - BasesCases formed as a modular block or assembly, i.e. composed of co-operating parts provided with contact members or holding contact members between them
H01R 13/436 - Securing a plurality of contact members by one locking piece
An electrical connector, comprising: a first housing configured to at least partially receive a first terminal; a second housing configured to at least partially receive a second terminal and configured for coupling with the first housing; and a cover configured for connection with the second housing in a first configuration and a second configuration.
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 2/23 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the back-rest being adjustable by linear screw mechanisms
B60N 2/015 - Attaching seats directly to vehicle chassis
B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
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.
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.
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.
Fasteners to couple foamless cushions of intertwined or entangled polymeric strands and methods thereof. In a first embodiment of the fastener, it comprises a retainer portion that anchors the fastener in the polymeric strands of the cushions and a protruding portion that extends through the polymeric strands of the cushion to another fastener. The retainer portion may have a larger dimension, area, or cross-section area than the retainer portion such that it is inhibited from penetrating through the polymeric strands.
A method includes arranging at least one laser-weldable conduit along a contact interface with a laser-weldable polymer film layer of a seat inflatable bladder carrier, directing a laser beam at the laser-weldable polymer film layer, and moving the laser beam along a welding path that intersects the contact interface. The laser beam penetrates through the laser-weldable polymer film layer and impinges the at least one laser-weldable conduit. The laser beam causes localized heating and welding along the weld path at the contact interface, to fuse the laser-weldable polymer film layer and the conduit together.
A vehicle seat structure and methods of use are provided. The vehicle seat structure may comprise a seat back assembly comprising a seat back frame and one or more seat back brackets, and a seat mount assembly comprising one or more mounting brackets, a lateral structural beam, and one or more coupling ramps coupled to the one or more mounting brackets. The one or more mounting brackets may be coupled to left and right sides of the lateral structural beam and pivotably attached to the one or more seat back brackets. The vehicle seat structure may comprise a seat cushion assembly comprising a cushion frame and one or more cushion brackets, coupled to the cushion frame, pivotably attached to the one or more seat back brackets. The vehicle seat structure may comprise one or more pivot latch mechanisms for the seat back pivot and the seat cushion pivot.
B60N 2/20 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement 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
B60N 2/30 - Non-dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats
A cushion is provided with a filament mesh member and a fastener strip. The filament mesh member is provided with a set of filaments of thermoplastic material, wherein each member of the set of filaments is bonded to at least one other member of the set of filaments. The fastener strip is welded to the filament mesh member. An aperture is formed into a first surface of the filament mesh member, spaced apart from the fastener strip.
An airflow control system includes a plurality of airflow passages. Each of the airflow passages splits into at least first and second sub-passages. The first sub-passages provides a first group of sub-passages and the second sub-passages provide a second group of sub-passages. First and second fluidic clamps control airflow through the first and second groups of sub-passages. The first group of sub-passages extends through the first fluidic clamp and the second group of sub-passages extends through the second fluidic clamp. Actuation of the first fluidic clamp prevents airflow through the first group of sub-passages and, independent of the first fluidic clamp, actuation of the second fluidic clamp prevents airflow through the second group of sub-passages.
An electrical connector includes an inner housing. The inner housing defines a terminal cavity that is adapted to accommodate an electrical terminal. A terminal position assurance is attached to the inner housing for relative movement between an open position and a closed position. The terminal position assurance extends into the terminal cavity when in the closed position. The electrical connector includes an outer housing with an outer body that defines an outer housing cavity. The outer body also defines an outer housing opening. The inner housing is retained in the outer housing cavity. A lever is connected to the outer housing for relative movement between a pre-mate position and a mated position. The lever defines a lever opening. The outer housing opening is located between the terminal position assurance and the lever opening.
A trim cover assembly and a seat assembly are described. A trim cover assembly is provided with a trim panel with a first trim member connected to a second trim member via a first join, and a third trim member connected to the second trim member via a second join. The trim cover assembly has one or more first retaining trim members connected to an inner surface of the trim panel adjacent to or via the first join, with each first retaining trim member extending outwardly therefrom to an associated first free distal end; and one or more second retaining trim members connected to the inner surface of the trim panel adjacent to or via the second join, with each second retaining trim member extending outwardly therefrom to an associated second free distal end. A retainer is supported by and extends between the first and second free distal ends.
Fasteners to couple foamless cushions of intertwined or entangled polymeric filaments to non-cushion components and methods thereof. In a first embodiment, a fastener comprises a retainer portion that anchors the fastener in a mesh member cushion comprised of a plurality of bound or bonded polymeric filaments and a protruding portion that extends through the polymeric filaments of the cushion to another fastener. The retainer portion may have a larger dimension, area, or cross-section area than the retainer portion such that it is inhibited from penetrating through the polymeric filaments.
Fasteners to couple foamless cushions of intertwined or entangled polymeric filaments to non-cushion components and methods thereof. In a first embodiment, a fastener comprises a retainer portion that anchors the fastener in a mesh member cushion comprised of a plurality of bound or bonded polymeric filaments and a protruding portion that extends through the polymeric filaments of the cushion to another fastener. The retainer portion may have a larger dimension, area, or cross-section area than the retainer portion such that it is inhibited from penetrating through the polymeric filaments.
A method includes stacking laser-weldable polymer film layers that include at least one colored film layer at least first and second uncolored film layers, directing a laser beam of a first wavelength at the stack and moving the laser beam along a first welding path, the laser beam impinges the colored film layer and produces localized heating and welding of the colored film layer and the first uncolored film layer to each other along the first welding path. Next, a laser beam of a second wavelength different than the first wavelength is directed at the stack and moved along a second welding path that is offset from the first welding path. The laser beam impinges the second uncolored layer and produces localized heating and welding of the second uncolored layer and the first uncolored layer to each other along the second welding path.
A female terminal for a printed circuit board has a plug receptacle, a first spring tongue and a positioning arm. The plug receptacle and the first spring tongue are at least partially surrounded by a surrounding wall. A printed circuit board arrangement includes a printed circuit board and a female terminal. The female terminal is arranged at least partially within the printed circuit board and is electrically conductively connected to a conductor track of the printed circuit board.
An electrical connector assembly comprising a first component comprising a first side wall, comprising a first cavity and a first retaining element positioned adjacent to the first cavity, and a second side wall opposite to the first side wall, the second side wall comprising a second cavity and a second retaining element positioned adjacent to the second cavity; and a second component, operatively coupled to the first component, and configured to receive the first component, wherein the second component comprises: a first portion, wherein the first portion comprises: a third side wall, and a fourth side wall opposite to the third side wall, wherein the third side wall comprises a third retaining element and the fourth side wall comprises a fourth retaining element, and a second portion.
A seat assembly, comprising: a seat frame; a seat base coupled to the seat frame; and a seat back coupled to the seat frame and including: a seat back frame; a recliner rotatably coupling the seat back frame with the seat frame; a back panel including: an upper section rigidly coupled to the seat back frame; and a lower section coupled to the seat back frame and configured to disengage the seat back frame to facilitate bending of the seat back frame to limit a force transfer from the seat back frame to the recliner.
B60N 2/30 - Non-dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats
B60N 2/42 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement 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
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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 mesh structure is gripped between the body and each of the plurality of barbs when the anchor is inserted into the mesh structure. A method of assembling a seat assembly including providing a retention clip is also described.
A retainer is described that includes an elongated member attachable 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 mesh structure is gripped between the body and each of the barbs when the anchor is inserted into the mesh structure. A method of assembling a seat assembly including providing a retainer is also described.
A female electrical terminal comprising a hollow cylindrical housing and a contact spring. The contact spring including a first ring located within the housing, a second ring located within the housing spaced from the first axial end, and a plurality of corrugated contact strips extending axially from the first ring to the second ring.
H01R 11/16 - End pieces terminating in a soldering tip or socket
H01R 4/18 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping
H01R 4/48 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a spring, clip or other resilient member
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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.
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
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
A product includes a mesh member and a structural framework. The mesh member comprises a set of filaments of polymeric material, wherein at least two members of the set of filaments are looped and bonded to each other. The structural framework is embedded within the mesh member. A stiffness of the structural framework is greater than a stiffness of the mesh member.
An apparatus includes a seat cushion, a seat back supported relative to the seat cushion, wherein at least one of the seat back and the seat cushion includes at least two side bolster regions spaced apart laterally from each other, and a plurality of fluid bladders associated with each of the at least two side bolster regions. At least a subset of fluid bladders in each side bolster region are aligned with each other. Pressure in each fluid bladder is selectively adjustable in a plurality of directions.
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.
A seat assembly and method of manufacture. The seat assembly comprises a cushion, a carrier structure, and a trim cover. The cushion comprises a mesh member comprising a set of filaments of polymeric material. At least two members of the set of filaments are looped and bonded to each other. The trim cover is disposed on the cushion and is secured to the carrier structure.
An electrical connector assembly, comprising: a first connector; a second connector connectable with the first connector; and a retainer slidably connectable to the first connector to restrict relative movement between the first connector and the second connector and to restrict relative movement between the first connector and a terminal. The retainer includes a retainer arm.
H01R 13/436 - Securing a plurality of contact members by one locking piece
H01R 13/631 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for engagement only
An assembly includes a carrier sheet associated with one or more fluid bladders and a fan assembly comprising at least a first housing portion positioned on one side of the carrier sheet and a second housing portion positioned on an opposite side of the carrier sheet. At least one first raised portion extends outwardly from one side of the first housing portion, and at least one second raised portion extends outwardly from one side of the second housing portion. The at least one first raised portion is offset from the at least one second raised portion such that a portion of the carrier sheet is captured between the at least one first raised portion and the at least one second raised portion when the first housing portion and the second housing portion are attached to each other.
First and second closure members are moveable between an extended position and a contracted position. A first actuator assembly is supported by a first end of a circuit board and comprises a first actuator body coupled to the first closure member. A second actuator assembly is supported by a second end of the circuit board and comprises a second actuator coupled to the second closure member. Each actuator body is in electrical contact with an electrical contact surface on a first side of the circuit board and with an electrical contact surface on a second side of the circuit board. First and second SMA actuators extend between the first actuator body and the second actuator body. Each actuator moves a respective one of the first and second closure member to the contracted position in response to an electrical input.
F16K 31/02 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic
B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
F16K 11/044 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valvesPipe fittings incorporating such valvesArrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with all movable sealing faces moving as one unit comprising only lift valves with movable valve members positioned between valve seats
F16K 11/22 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valvesPipe fittings incorporating such valvesArrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with two or more closure members not moving as a unit operated by separate actuating members with an actuating member for each valve, e.g. interconnected to form multiple-way valves
A seat assembly and a fastening arrangement. The fastening arrangement comprises a base and a fastener that extends from the base. The fastener is configured to extend into a cushion that comprises a mesh member that includes a set of filaments. The fastener engages at least one member of the set of filaments, coupling the fastening arrangement to the cushion.
A seat assembly and a fastening arrangement. The fastening arrangement comprises a base and a fastener that extends from the base. The fastener is configured to extend into a cushion that comprises a mesh member that includes a set of filaments. The fastener engages at least one member of the set of filaments, coupling the fastening arrangement to the cushion.
A method includes forming a mesh member, forming hinges in the mesh member to form a blank, placing the blank into a mold, and forming a product from the mesh member in the mold. The mesh member comprises a set of filaments of polymeric material, where at least two members of the set of filaments are looped and bonded to each other.
A connector includes a connector body and at least one nozzle that projects from the connector body. A clamp comprises opposed nozzle cavities corresponding in shape to the at least one nozzle. The clamp is moveable with respect to the at least one nozzle between an open, unclamped state and a closed, clamped state in which the at least one nozzle is received into the opposed nozzle cavities.
An electrical assembly comprising a contactor including a first terminal and a second terminal; a first bus bar connected to the first terminal; a second bus bar connected to the second terminal; a first wire connected to the first terminal; a second wire connected to the second terminal; a third wire connected to the first bus bar or the first terminal; a fourth wire connected to the second bus bar or the second terminal; a first amplifier connected to the first wire and the third wire; and a second amplifier connected to the second wire and the fourth wire.
A seat assembly and method of assembly. The seat assembly comprises a frame, a cushion, and a fastening arrangement. The cushion is disposed on the frame and comprises a mesh member comprising a set of filaments of polymeric material. The fastening arrangement extends through the aperture in the frame and secures the cushion to the frame.
A seat cushion includes a mesh member embedded into a foam member. The mesh member comprises a set of filaments of polymeric material which are looped and bonded to each other. The mesh increases rigidity, cut resistance, tear resistance, and abrasion resistance of the foam member, eliminating the need for scrim and border wire in some applications.
A contactor comprising a housing defining an interior; a first terminal disposed at least partially in the interior; a second terminal disposed at least partially in the interior; a shaft assembly disposed in the interior and movable between a first position and a second position to selectively electrically connect the first terminal with the second terminal, the shaft assembly including a movable circuit board; an electromagnet disposed in the interior to selectively move the shaft assembly; and a fixed circuit board disposed in the interior.
H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current
An assembly and method of manufacture. The assembly comprises a first mesh member, a second mesh member, and an adhesive. The first and second mesh members comprise first and second sets of filaments of polymeric material, respectively. The adhesive is adhered to the first mesh member and the second mesh member.
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 5/06 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments characterised by a fibrous layer needled to another layer, e.g. of fibres, of paper
B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
An electrical system, comprising an electronic controller; and an active discharge system configured to discharge an electrical load having a capacitance, the active discharge system including: an active discharge resistor; a switch assembly electrically connected to the active discharge resistor, the switch assembly including an active discharge switch; a signal generator; and a logic circuit electrically connected to the switch assembly and the signal generator, the logic circuit including one or more diodes; wherein the logic circuit is configured to selectively electrically connect the electronic controller or the signal generator to the switch assembly.
H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposesMonitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption
A method to produce a vehicular seat cushion is provided. The method may include heating a polymeric material to a molten state, dispensing the molten polymer through a die plate having a plurality of holes such that a plurality of polymeric filaments is dispensed from the die plate, and cooling the molten polymeric filaments after leaving the die plate. The die plate may include a first area having a plurality of first holes therethrough and a second area containing a plurality of second holes therethrough. The plurality of first and second holes may respectively define a first open space per unit area in the first area and a second open space per unit area in the second area. The first open space per unit area may be greater than the second open space per unit area.
A seat system includes a plurality of seat components, a seat cushioning material, and a trim cover. The seat components include at least a fan, inflatable bladders, a heat mat, a foam layer, and an air distribution layer. The trim cover is disposed on the seat cushioning material, the seat components are disposed between the seat cushioning material and the trim cover and are secured together with at least one fastener.
A track assembly comprising a first track having a curved configuration; a second track slidably connected to the first track; a seat assembly connected to move with the second track, the seat assembly comprising a seat base and a seat back adjustable to a plurality of seat positions relative to the second track; a lock configured to selectively lock the first track and the second track; and a release lever configured to automatically actuate the lock.
An electrical assembly, comprising an electrical contactor including a first terminal; a bus bar connected to the first terminal; and a heat spreader molded onto the electrical contactor and the bus bar. The heat spreader can comprise a thermoset material that is electrically insulating and thermally conductive. The bus bar can be welded with the first terminal.
H01R 25/16 - Rails or bus-bars provided with a plurality of discrete connecting locations for counterparts
B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
H01R 13/533 - Bases or cases made for use in extreme conditions, e.g. high temperature, radiation, vibration, corrosive environment, pressure
A modular electrical adapter assembly for connecting a plurality of flat cables and a plurality of wires may include a plurality of male connectors, female connectors, and adapter modules. The adapter modules may be releasably connected to one another. Each adapter module may include a first housing shell, a second housing shell, an interior space defined between the housing shells, a wire opening via which an associated wire extends into the interior space, a cable opening via with an associated flat cable extends into the interior space, a male connector disposed on the second housing shell outside of the interior space, and a female connector disposed on the first housing shell outside of the interior space. Adjacent adapter modules may be releasably connected to one another via engagement of the male connector of a first adapter module and the female connector of an adjacent second adapter module.
H01R 12/81 - Coupling devices for flexible printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables or like structures connecting to another cable except for flat or ribbon cable
H01R 12/61 - Fixed connections for flexible printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables or like structures connecting to flexible printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables or like structures
H01R 12/89 - Coupling devices connected with low or zero insertion force contact pressure producing means, contacts activated after insertion of printed circuits or like structures acting manually by moving connector housing parts linearly e.g. slider
H01R 13/436 - Securing a plurality of contact members by one locking piece
H01R 13/506 - BasesCases composed of different pieces assembled by snap action of the parts
H01R 13/514 - BasesCases formed as a modular block or assembly, i.e. composed of co-operating parts provided with contact members or holding contact members between them
A comfort system comprises at least a first comfort member and a second comfort member attached to the first comfort member. At least one of the first comfort member and the second comfort member includes a plurality of connectors. A trim cover includes a plurality of apertures, and the comfort system is securable to the trim cover as a unit via at least one connector being inserted through at least one aperture.
A comfort system comprises at least a first comfort member and a second comfort member attached to the first comfort member. At least one of the first comfort member and the second comfort member includes a plurality of connectors. A trim cover includes a plurality of apertures, and the comfort system is securable to the trim cover as a unit via at least one connector being inserted through at least one aperture.
A system and method include providing an HVAC to heat or cool a volumetric space, and identifying one or more seats within the volumetric space, each of the one or more seats comprising one or more thermal elements, the one or more thermal elements controlling a temperature of the one or more seats. The system and method further include: determining a thermal comfort setting for each of the one or more seats; determining a current temperature of the volumetric space as measured by one or more sensors; and determining, based on the thermal comfort settings, the current temperature of the volumetric space, a temperature setting for the HVAC, and a temperature setting for the one or more seats, the temperature setting for the HVAC and the temperature setting for the one or more seats achieving the thermal comfort setting for each of the one or more seats.
A product includes a filament mesh member, a trim cover, and a hook and loop fastening system. The filament mesh member comprises a set of filaments of thermoplastic material, wherein each member of the set of filaments is bonded to at least one other member of the set of filaments. The trim cover is disposed over the filament mesh member. The hook and loop fastening system comprises a loop portion and a hook portion. One of the loop portion and the hook portion is attached to the filament mesh member. The other of the loop portion and the hook portion is attached to the trim cover. The loop portion and the hook portion cooperate to secure the trim cover to the filament mesh member.
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 system and method include providing an HVAC to heat or cool a volumetric space, and identifying one or more seats within the volumetric space, each of the one or more seats comprising one or more thermal elements, the one or more thermal elements controlling a temperature of the one or more seats. The system and method further include: determining a thermal comfort setting for each of the one or more seats; determining a current temperature of the volumetric space as measured by one or more sensors; and determining, based on the thermal comfort settings, the current temperature of the volumetric space, a temperature setting for the HVAC, and a temperature setting for the one or more seats, the temperature setting for the HVAC and the temperature setting for the one or more seats achieving the thermal comfort setting for each of the one or more seats.
An auxiliary electric splice including an insulator assembly having first and second insulators configured to electrically insulate electrical splice joints. The first insulator including: a support wall configured to extend longitudinally adjacent to the splice joints; a center insulator plate extending laterally from the support wall and configured to extend between the splice joints; a first outer insulator plate extending laterally from the support wall, spaced from the center insulator plate, and including a pair of end plate stiffening flanges that extend laterally and a pair of drawer runner flanges, each extending from a respective one of the end plate stiffening flanges to define a cavity for receiving a portion of the second insulator; and a second outer insulator plate extending laterally from the support wall, spaced from the center insulator plate on an opposite side from the first outer insulator plate, configured to engage with the second insulator.
An electrical connector includes a connector housing. The connector housing defines a connector cavity. A terminal housing is disposed within the connector cavity. A shield is disposed within the connector cavity and is at least partially between the terminal housing and the connector cavity. The shield extends from a connection end to a contact end. The shield includes a first shield that extends from the connection end to the contact end. The shield also includes a second shield that is separable from the first shield and that extends from the connection end to the contact end. The first shield has a first side and a second side. One or more tabs on the first side engage the second shield. The second shield has a first side and a second side. One or more tabs on the second side of the second shield engage the first shield.
An electrical connector includes a connector housing with a connector body. A connector cavity extends through the connector body and defines a connector axis. A shroud is connected to the connector body by a shroud wall. The shroud defines a window. A latch is attached to the connector housing for movement relative to the connector body between a latched position and a release position. The latch is located at least partially between the shroud and the connector body. The latch has a block that is adapted to engage a corresponding catch on a corresponding connector in order to retain the electrical connector in a mated position relative to the corresponding connector. The latch also includes a lift bar. The window is adapted to allow a tool to be inserted through the window to engage the lift bar.
H01R 13/514 - BasesCases formed as a modular block or assembly, i.e. composed of co-operating parts provided with contact members or holding contact members between them
H01R 13/639 - Additional means for holding or locking coupling parts together after engagement
H01R 13/64 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling
An electrical connector includes a connector housing that defines a connector cavity. A terminal housing adapted to hold one or more electrical terminals is located within the connector cavity. A housing shield is located around the terminal housing at least partially between the terminal housing and the connector housing. The housing shield includes a connection end that is adapted to be placed into electrical communication with an outer conductor of a cable. The housing shield also includes a shield contact opening. A contact shield includes a shield contact end and a housing end. The contact shield has contact arms located between the shield contact end and the housing end. The housing end is located in the shield contact opening. A housing lock located at the housing end engages the terminal housing to retain the contact shield in place relative to the housing shield.
A cable retainer for connecting a flat cable, a first object, and/or a second object to one another may include a base, a retention member, and a channel. The base may include a platform, a fastener extending from the platform, a plurality of walls extending from the platform, and a plurality of wall openings disposed in the plurality of walls. The fastener may be engageable with said second object. The plurality of walls may be disposable through a portion of said flat cable. The plurality of wall openings may be aligned with one another and may at least partially define a common passage in which a connector is received to connect said first object to the base. The retention member may be adjustably connected to a first wall of the plurality of walls and may be adjustable to an open position and to a closed position.
A seat assembly, comprising a seat back comprising: a cushion; a back panel assembly, including: a substrate panel; an outer panel coupled to the substrate panel via a plurality of protrusions of at least one of the outer panel or the substrate panel; a retainer coupled to the substrate panel and the outer panel; a trim cover engaged with the back panel assembly and covering at least a portion of the cushion; and an airbag disposed at least partially between the outer panel and the trim cover; wherein the retainer is configured to limit movement of the outer panel during deployment of the airbag.
B60R 21/207 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated conditionArrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components in vehicle seats
B60R 21/215 - Arrangements for storing inflatable members in their non-use or deflated conditionArrangement or mounting of air bag modules or components characterised by the covers for the inflatable member
B60R 21/16 - Inflatable occupant restraints or confinements designed to inflate upon impact or impending impact, e.g. air bags
An assembly is provided with a first layer sized to be displaced over a seat component. A tie down is connected to the first layer to extend at least partially along or at least partially through a cushion of the seat component. A retainer is connected to the tie down, and is sized to retain the tie down and the first layer to the seat component. A second layer is stacked upon and secured to the first layer. A third layer is stacked upon and secured to the second layer.
A product is provided with a body with a nonrectangular cross section with a mesh of strands of expanded thermoplastic resin. A density of the mesh of strands about a perimeter of the nonrectangular cross section is greater than within the perimeter. The perimeter is provided with at least one recess formed therein.
An electrical assembly includes a voltage source, an electrical load, a converter, and an electrical subsystem. The electrical load may be selectively electrically connected to the converter. The voltage source may be electrically connected with the converter; and the electrical subsystem may be electrically connected to the electrical load, the converter, and the voltage source. Further, the electrical subsystem may comprise a first circuit section including a filter component and a second circuit section including a gain component. In accordance with detecting a fault, the electrical subsystem interrupts operation of the converter. Additionally, the converter may convert AC power to DC power to charge the electrical load via the voltage source.
H02H 3/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection Details with warning or supervision in addition to disconnection, e.g. for indicating that protective apparatus has functioned
H02H 1/00 - Details of emergency protective circuit arrangements
H02H 3/06 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection Details with automatic reconnection
H02H 3/20 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to excess voltage
H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
76.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING SEAT SUBSYSTEMS WITH CENTRAL CONTROLLER
This disclosure relates to systems and methods for controlling seat subsystems with one or more controllers, such as a central controller of an automobile. In an aspect of this disclosure, the system may include a seat including a plurality of subsystems. The system may further include one or more controllers remote from the seat, and the one or more controllers issues commands to each of the subsystems.
B60R 16/023 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
An assembly is provided with a unitary mesh of expanded thermoplastic resin strands with an aperture formed therein. The assembly is further provided with a trim cord inserted within the aperture of the unitary mesh. The trim cord is installed into the aperture by one of more of: the trim cord is inserted into the aperture, the trim cord is welded to the unitary mesh of expanded thermoplastic resin strands, or a first segment of expanded thermoplastic resin strands is welded to a second segment of expanded thermoplastic resin strands at least partially over the aperture.
An electrical assembly includes a controller, a voltage tracker component, a clamp protection circuit, a plurality of analog inputs, and a plurality of pullups. The voltage tracker component may be electrically coupled to a battery. The clamp protection circuit may be electrically coupled between the voltage tracker component and the plurality of analog inputs. The plurality of pullups may be electrically coupled between the plurality of analog inputs and the clamp protection circuit. The clamp protection circuit may control power to the plurality of pullups and may provide a low impedance drain path for a short-circuit current from at least one analog input of the plurality of analog inputs.
A seat assembly comprising a cushion including a first surface, a second surface, and a through aperture extending from the first surface to the second surface; a trim cover disposed on the first surface; a trim wire detachably connected to the second surface; and a coupling connecting the trim cover to the trim wire.
A system for attaching an electrical connector to a conductor may include a header assembly and a terminal. The header assembly may be connectable to said conductor and releasably connectable to said connector. The terminal may be disposed in and connected to the header assembly. The terminal may be connectable to said conductor such that the terminal projects radially from said conductor. When the header assembly is connected to said conductor and to said connector, (i) the header assembly may physically connect said conductor and said connector and (ii) the terminal may engage a connector conductor of said connector electrically connecting said conductor and said connector.
H01R 43/027 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for connecting conductors by clips
H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
A method and apparatus includes at least one guide movable along a single axis of motion and at least one tip interface associated with the at least one guide, where the at least one tip interface moveable between a first position and a second position. A resilient member biases the at least one tip interface to the second position. A shape-memory alloy actuator moves the at least one tip interface to the first position in response to an electrical input. The shape-memory alloy actuator includes at least one electrical connector. At least one circuit board is connected to the at least one electrical connector, wherein the single axis of motion extends non-perpendicular to a planar surface of the at least one circuit board.
F03G 7/06 - Mechanical-power-producing mechanisms, not otherwise provided for or using energy sources not otherwise provided for using expansion or contraction of bodies due to heating, cooling, moistening, drying, or the like
A vehicle seat cushion is formed by depositing filaments of a thermoplastic to form a mesh member while embedding straight strands of thermoplastic into the mesh member. The straight strands modify a property of the mesh member, such as crush resistance. The strands may have barbs to improve mechanical bonding. The filaments may be deposited directly onto a conveyor or, alternatively, may be deposited into molds which travel along the conveyor.
D04H 3/018 - Non woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length characterised by the shape
D04H 3/05 - 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 in another pattern, e.g. zig-zag, sinusoidal
D04H 3/10 - 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 yarns or filaments made mechanically
In at least one embodiment, a system comprising a first circuit and a second circuit is provided. The first circuit includes a first filter filtering a first input signal and generating a first filtered output signal. The first circuit includes a first comparator comparing the first filtered output signal to a first threshold value and providing a first output signal indicative of a failure condition to one or more first processors. The second circuit includes a second filter filtering the first input signal and generating a second filtered output signal to filter the first input signal in less time than the first filter filtering the first input signal. The second circuit includes a second comparator comparing the second filtered output signal to a second threshold value and providing a second output signal indicative of the failure condition to one or more second processors.
A body made up of a plurality of extruded polymer filaments randomly oriented and bonded together to form a three-dimensional mesh structure. The body is elongated in an extrusion, or longitudinal, direction. First zones of the extruded polymer filaments having a first density and second zones of the extruded polymer filaments having a second density less than the first density. The first and second zones are separated by boundaries, or transition areas. A method of making a seat pad with extruded polymer filaments having different zones with different densities and hardness characteristics by controlling the speed of a plurality of tractor belts in a cooling bath.
A system includes a die, a first conveyor, and a second conveyor. The die is operable to form a product from molten material. The first and second spaced-apart conveyors each comprise plates extending between opposing lateral sides of the first and second spaced-apart conveyors. The plates (i) are operable to engage and pull the formed product away from the die and (ii) at least a subset of the plates comprise an elasticity such that at least the subset of the plates expand and conform to an outer contour of the formed product.
B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired formApparatus therefor
B29C 48/88 - Thermal treatment of the stream of extruded material, e.g. cooling
B29L 31/58 - Upholstery or cushions, e.g. vehicle upholstery or interior padding
B65G 17/06 - Conveyors having an endless traction element, e.g. a chain, transmitting movement to a continuous or substantially-continuous load-carrying surface or to a series of individual load-carriersEndless-chain conveyors in which the chains form the load-carrying surface having a load-carrying surface formed by a series of interconnected, e.g. longitudinal, links, plates, or platforms
B65G 17/26 - Conveyors having an endless traction element, e.g. a chain, transmitting movement to a continuous or substantially-continuous load-carrying surface or to a series of individual load-carriersEndless-chain conveyors in which the chains form the load-carrying surface comprising a series of co-operating units, e.g. interconnected by pivots
86.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING A VEHICLE INTERIOR COMPONENT
An assembly is provided with a funnel having one or more side walls extending from an entrance to an outlet, and a liner having one or more elastic panels, with the liner extending over an inner surface of the one or more side walls. A system is provided with the assembly, a die, a fluid bath, and at least one hose to direct fluid from the fluid bath onto the liner of the assembly. A method includes covering an inner surface of a funnel with a liner comprising one or more elastic panels, wetting the liner, and forming a stranded mesh material member by extruding material from a die and through the funnel. A stranded mesh material member is provided and formed using the method.
A method and apparatus comprises a sheet including a plurality of bladders and associated tubing defining fluid flow paths to the plurality of bladders, and at least one tail extending from the sheet to a distal end. The at least one tail comprises one or more portions of at least some of the fluid flow paths. A trim cover is associated with the sheet. The flap extends from the trim cover and overlaps at least a portion of the at least one tail. The flap and the at least one tail wrap around a seat member and position the distal end relative to a housing associated with a fluid source.
A track assembly, comprising a track including teeth; and a support assembly slidably connected to the track. The support assembly includes a rotatable shaft disposed at least partially in the track, a first worm coupled with the rotatable shaft and engaged with the teeth; and a second worm coupled with the rotatable shaft and movable relative to the first worm, the second worm engaged with the teeth.
B60N 2/06 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable the whole seat being movable slidable
A track assembly, comprising a track, a track electrical connector movably connected to the track, and a support assembly slidably connected to the track. The support assembly includes a support assembly electrical connector connectable with the track electrical connector, a latch selectively engageable with the track electrical connector, and an actuator including at least one of a lever, an actuator cable, or a handle. The actuator is operably coupled with the latch to selectively disengage the latch from the track electrical connector. The track electrical connector is movable with the support assembly and relative to the support assembly.
H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
An electrical assembly comprising an electronic control unit (ECU); a track assembly electrically connected to the ECU, the track assembly including a first conductor and a second conductor; and a support assembly configured for connection with and movement along the track assembly relative to the ECU, the support assembly including: a first sensor, a second sensor, and a sensor enabler electrically connected to the first sensor and the second sensor, the sensor enabler including a first terminal, a second terminal, and at least one of a diode, a comparator, or a switch. The sensor enabler may selectively electrically connect the first sensor or the second sensor with the first terminal and the second terminal according to an output from the ECU.
H05K 7/04 - Arrangements of circuit components or wiring on supporting structure on conductive chassis
B60R 16/023 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
A cargo management system comprises a shelf adapted to be supported within a vehicle cargo space of a vehicle. The shelf defines a cargo support surface thereon. The system also includes a cargo translation mechanism for moving cargo along the cargo support surface. When the cargo translation mechanism is driven, the cargo translation mechanism moves the cargo stored thereupon along the cargo support surface of the shelf. The system may alternatively or additional include a support member positioned and extending vertically above the cargo support surface and movable along a length of the cargo support surface.
A seat assembly comprises a frame and a cushion assembly connected to the frame. The cushion assembly can include a cushion portion, a trim cover disposed at a first side of the cushion portion, a first fabric portion disposed at a second side of the cushion portion, a second fabric portion connected to the first fabric portion, a sleeve, and a cord disposed partially in the sleeve. The cord can include a first end connected to the frame and a second end connected to the frame.
A method is provided with positioning a stranded mesh material blank and a flexible sheet into a tool assembly, heating and softening the blank and/or the sheet; circulating fluid through the tool assembly to move the flexible sheet towards the blank to form a stranded mesh material member, and removing the member from the tool assembly. A system is provided with a tool assembly, a fluid flow device, a heater, and a controller to provide fluid to the tool assembly to move the flexible sheet towards the stranded mesh material blank to form a stranded mesh material member. A vehicle interior component is provided with a stranded mesh material member and a flexible layer bonded to the surface of the member.
Massage assemblies such as for a vehicular seat are disclosed. The massage assemblies include a plurality of bladder disposed along the outer periphery such that one or more of the bladders may be folded inward to their operational position. Each bladder may be connected to one or more fluid passages having projections such that air flow is maintained within the fluid passage after folding.
Massage assemblies such as for a vehicular seat are disclosed. The massage assemblies include a plurality of bladder disposed along the outer periphery such that one or more of the bladders may be folded inward to their operational position. Each bladder may be connected to one or more fluid passages having projections such that air flow is maintained within the fluid passage after folding.
B60N 2/90 - 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
A spacer fabric comprises a first knit layer, a second knit layer, and spacer yarns extending between and connecting the first and second knit layers. The first knit layer may include a mesh structure comprising a plurality of spaced openings separated by a plurality of plain fabric sections. The second knit layer may include a plain structure, and the first knit layer may comprise a series of at least two threads separated by a void of at least two threads. The spacer yarns may comprise about 95%polyethylene terephthalate, and/or the spacer yarns may comprise about 95%recycled plastic. The first knit layer may include a plurality of spaced openings disposed in an offset configuration.
D04B 21/14 - Fabrics characterised by the incorporation by knitting, in one or more thread, fleece, or fabric layers, of reinforcing, binding, or decorative threadsFabrics incorporating small auxiliary elements, e.g. for decorative purposes
D04B 21/00 - Warp knitting processes for the production of fabrics or articles not dependent on the use of particular machinesFabrics or articles defined by such processes
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Head rests for seats for motor cars; fitted vehicle seat
covers; fitted car seat covers; motor car seats; vehicle
seats; fitted seat covers for vehicles; seats for
automobiles; vehicle seat cushions; automobile seat
cushions; fitted automotive seat covers. Fabrics for textile use; unfitted seat covers of textile.
A seat assembly and a method of manufacture. The seat assembly comprises a cushion, an attachment pad, and a trim cover. The cushion comprises a filament mesh structure that comprises a set of filaments. The attachment pad is coupled to the filament mesh structure. The trim cover is attached to the attachment pad.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Electronic thermal comfort module for vehicle seating;
vehicle climate controls; electronic modules for climate
control systems used to adjust the temperature of vehicle
seats and cabin air; sensors for use in monitoring and
controlling climate control systems in vehicles. Vehicle climate-control system for heating, ventilation and
air-conditioning; thermoelectric heaters and coolers for
vehicles. Seats for motor vehicles and structural parts therefore;
motor vehicle seats and motor vehicle seat cushions; fitted
motor vehicle seat covers; cushions for motor vehicle seats;
armrests for motor vehicle seats; headrests for motor
vehicle seats; interior components for vehicles, namely,
vehicle seats, seat backs, seat cushions, seat covers,
recliners, seat tracks, seat frames, seat assemblies, seat
adjusters, seat position adjusting track systems, headrests,
bolsters, lumbar supports, shoulder supports, armrests,
mechanical, pneumatic and electromechanical devices mounted
in vehicle seats.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Electronic thermal comfort module for vehicle seating;
vehicle climate controls; electronic modules for climate
control systems used to adjust the temperature of vehicle
seats and cabin air; sensors for use in monitoring and
controlling climate control systems in vehicles. Vehicle climate-control system for heating, ventilation and
air-conditioning; thermoelectric heaters and coolers for
vehicles. Seats for motor vehicles and structural parts therefore;
motor vehicle seats and motor vehicle seat cushions; fitted
motor vehicle seat covers; cushions for motor vehicle seats;
armrests for motor vehicle seats; headrests for motor
vehicle seats; interior components for vehicles, namely,
vehicle seats, seat backs, seat cushions, seat covers,
recliners, seat tracks, seat frames, seat assemblies, seat
adjusters, seat position adjusting track systems, headrests,
bolsters, lumbar supports, shoulder supports, armrests,
mechanical, pneumatic and electromechanical devices mounted
in vehicle seats.
