A method for controlling the configuration of a vehicle seat, the method comprising:
a) acquiring, at a defined frequency, three pressure values by three sensors arranged on three defined zones of the squab;
b) calculating attributes from the acquired pressure values, the attributes being selected from a standard deviation, a sum, and a first ratio;
c) determining a seat destination configuration from the calculated attributes, by applying a trained classification model,
d) transmitting a motion command signal to mobile motorized mechanisms, the motion command signal being suitable for causing the seat to move towards the determined destination configuration.
The present disclosure relates to a method for detecting an inappropriate posture of an occupant seated on a seat of a vehicle, the method comprising the following steps:
after a first defined duration following detection of the presence of an occupant on the seat,
for each pressure sensor of the detection system:
a) determining a characteristic value representative of the capacitive values measured by the pressure sensor considered over a first period,
b) determining a permissible variation range defined for the sensor considered based on the characteristic value,
c) determining the absence of pressure on a zone on the basis of the permissible variation range defined for the sensor considered and the capacitive values measured over a subsequent period,
generating a warning signal when an absence of pressure has been determined on at least one zone.
A vehicle seat runner that includes: a fixed profile, extending in a longitudinal direction; a movable profile, slidably mounted in the longitudinal direction on the fixed profile, having an upper wall bordered by two wings, each wing having an inner surface facing the upper wall and an outer surface opposite the inner surface in a transverse direction; and a bracket extending in an elevation direction, welded to the movable profile. The bracket is attached to the movable profile by at least one weld point formed between a receiving portion of the seat and the movable profile from an upper edge of a contact portion, on the side of an inner surface of the contact portion.
The invention relates to a trim support configured to be attached to a seat structure, wherein the seat structure comprises a seat portion structure that comprises two lateral flanges braced by at least one transverse tube (TT), in particular a rear tube and/or a front tube, and wherein the trim support comprises: - a plastic element (1) forming a base having an upper surface configured to support padding; - a mechanical interface system comprising -- at least one open cavity (LG) on a portion of the plastic element, configured to accommodate the at least one transverse tube in the at least one cavity; -- a locking system comprising at least one movable locking member (OV).
The present disclosure relates to a seat (1) comprising:—a structure (2), typically metallic,—a padding (3),—an interface (4) between the structure (2) and the padding (3), and wherein the padding (3) comprises a 3D entanglement of randomly arranged continuous thermoplastic fibers (5) forming welded loops between the fibers.
The present disclosure relates to a method for detecting a so-called front position or a so-called rear position of a child seat arranged on a vehicle seat; the method further comprising the following steps:
a) calculating a first mean value from the capacitive values measured during a first period of the measurement phase,
b) calculating a second mean value of the capacitive values measured during a second period of the measurement phase, the second period being subsequent to the first period,
c) calculating a first variation between the second mean value and the first mean value,
d) comparing the first variation with a first threshold,
e) transmitting a first signal indicative of a detection of a forward position of the child seat, when the first variation is greater than the first threshold. The present disclosure also relates to an associated detection system.
B60N 2/26 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles for children
G01D 5/24 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance
Vehicle seat runner, the runner extending principally along a longitudinal direction, and comprising:
a female profiled section configured to be fixed to a vehicle floor,
a male profiled section mounted to slide with respect to the female profiled section along the longitudinal direction, an internal runner space being delimited between the male profiled section and the female profiled section, the male profiled section comprising, along the longitudinal direction, a first end and a second end and having a web and first and second side walls, the web being continued downwards by the first and second side walls,
a position sensor fixed on the male profiled section, and configured so as to determine the position of the male profiled section with respect to the female profiled section, the position sensor additionally comprising a flexible portion with a fastening portion for fastening the flexible portion to the male profiled section, the fastening portion being configured to fasten in a second opening arranged on a second wall of the first and second side walls, opposite the first wall having the first opening,
the position sensor being configured to be joined to the runner by longitudinal assembly, during which the position sensor is inserted into the internal runner space via one of the first and second ends of the male profiled section.
The present disclosure relates to a seat backrest, the backrest extending in a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction, the backrest comprising: at least one first and one second coplanar interdigital electrode capacitive sensor arranged on a first zone of the backrest located above a horizontal central plane and on one side of a vertical central plane; the second capacitive sensor of the first zone being located above the first capacitive sensor of the first zone; the second capacitive sensor of the first zone being advanced by a first distance relative to the first capacitive sensor of the first zone in the direction of the central vertical plane.
The present disclosure relates to a seat element comprising a padding and a cover arranged around the padding, the seat element comprising two longitudinal side edges, a first side of the seat element being located on one side of a longitudinal central plane, a second side being located on the other side of the longitudinal central plane, the seat element comprising a first coplanar interdigital electrode capacitive sensor arranged on the first side and a second coplanar interdigital electrode capacitive sensor arranged on the second side, the second capacitive sensor being distant from the first capacitive sensor in a longitudinal direction by a first distance of between 30 millimeters and 50 millimeters.
The present disclosure relates to a modular squab cushion, configured to be attached to a seat structure having a squab structure comprising two lateral flanges spaced apart by a front transverse tube and a rear transverse tube,
the modular squab cushion comprising, in the assembled state:
a support,
a padding resting on an upper surface of the support,
a covering which covers the padding,
and wherein the mechanical interface system comprises:
a rear mechanical interface on a rear portion of the base, comprising a first open housing, configured to house the rear tube, in a manner mechanically lockable by a locking system,
a front mechanical interface on a front part of the support, comprising a second open housing, configured to house the front tube pivotably around the front tube.
The present disclosure relates to a method for driving assistance for a vehicle comprising the following steps:
initializing a counter;
detecting a first stationary posture of the occupant for a period longer than a first defined duration;
incrementing the counter by one value;
controlling the operation of the seat equipment item in an operating mode;
when a second stationary posture is detected for longer than a second defined duration, incrementing the counter by one value;
comparing the counter value with a threshold;
when the counter value equals the threshold, generating an alert signal to assist the driver.
B60K 35/26 - Output arrangements, i.e. from vehicle to user, associated with vehicle functions or specially adapted therefor using acoustic output
B60K 35/28 - Output arrangements, i.e. from vehicle to user, associated with vehicle functions or specially adapted therefor characterised by the type of the output information, e.g. video entertainment or vehicle dynamics informationOutput arrangements, i.e. from vehicle to user, associated with vehicle functions or specially adapted therefor characterised by the purpose of the output information, e.g. for attracting the attention of the driver
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 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
A vehicle seat sitting element having a main sitting element portion and a movable sitting element portion slidable on a frame between a retracted position and an extended position. The sitting element further includes a covering element extending between the main sitting element portion and the movable sitting element portion, the covering element being movable between a retracted position and a deployed position, wherein the covering element fills the space between the main sitting part and the movable sitting part along the extension direction when the movable sitting part is in the extended position. The covering element is fastened to the frame by an elastic band, exerting a restoring force on the covering element towards the retracted position, when the covering element is in the deployed position.
A vehicle seat covering element that includes: a central portion having an upper edge; an upper portion having a lower edge; two side portions secured to the central portion; and a pocket portion having a first edge and a second edge opposite one another, the pocket portion delimiting a storage space. The first edge is secured to the upper edge of the central portion and the second edge is secured to the lower edge of the central portion. The pocket portion is folded on itself, with the first edge and the second edge together delimiting an opening for access to the storage space, and the upper portion is secured to the side portions on either side of the opening.
B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
In a vehicle seat assembly, a squab frame is pivotable relative to a movable element of a slideway. A connecting rod, connected to a fixed element of the slideway, is guided in translation relative to the squab frame. A stop limits the translation of the connecting rod. The length of travel of the slideway, the connecting rod and the stop are shaped so that an extension of the slideway while the connecting rod is in contact with the stop, causes the squab frame to rotate, supported by the action of a linear actuator mounted between the movable element of the slideway and the squab frame.
B60N 2/12 - 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 and tiltable
A vehicle seat comprising a squab, a slideway, a front connecting rod, a rear connecting rod, a linking rod, a latch and an elastic element, wherein: the slideway comprises a first element and a second element, the front connecting rod is rotatably mounted on the second element of the slideway about a lower front hinge axis, the rear connecting rod is rotatably mounted on the first element about a movable lower rear hinge axis, the linking rod is rotatably mounted on the front connecting rod and on the rear connecting rod, the elastic element urges the lower rear hinge axis to move, the seat is configured to move to a retracted configuration by moving the lower front hinge axis closer to the lower rear hinge axis.
B60N 2/12 - 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 and tiltable
B60N 2/04 - 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
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
B60N 2/30 - Non-dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats
16.
VEHICLE SEAT ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A LATCHING DEVICE
A vehicle seat assembly comprises a squab frame, a slideway and a latching device selectively activatable to lock/unlock movement of the squab frame relative to a movable profile of the slideway. The latching device comprises a shaft, a hook movable between a latched position of the latching device and an unlatched position of the latching device, a latch cam movable to selectively latch the hook in its latched position, and a device for driving the latch cam between a latched position of the hook in its latched position of the latching device and another position. The drive device comprises a cam which drives the latch cam into motion as it travels along a fixed cam track.
B60N 2/04 - 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
B60N 2/12 - 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 and tiltable
17.
DEVICE FOR MOVING A MOTOR VEHICLE SEAT FROM FRONT TO REAR
The invention relates to a device (1) for moving a motor vehicle seat, comprising a first and second slide (2) parallel to one another, a rectilinear bridge (4) connecting the two slides (2), a motor (5) driving, via a first transmission means, a first screw (8) parallel to the first slide (2) and, via a second transmission means, a second screw (9) parallel to the second slide, the first screw (8) translating a first nut (10) rigidly connected to the movable portion of the first slide (2) and the second screw (9) translating a second nut (11) rigidly connected to the movable portion of the second slide, wherein the first transmission means and the second transmission means comprise pulleys (12, 13, 16, 17) and belts (14, 15).
B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
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
18.
SYSTEM FOR LOCKING A CONTINUOUSLY ADJUSTABLE SLIDE
The invention relates to a system for locking a continuously adjustable slide (10) for a vehicle seat, comprising: - the slide (10), - a braced lock system, comprising: a rail (12), a first blocking member (14) and a second blocking member (15) which are configured in such a way that the application of a traction force (F1, F2) greater than a predetermined threshold to a second slide element (6) in the first and second sliding direction (S1, S2), respectively, leads to a first amplification of the bracing of the first and second blocking member (14, 15), respectively, on the rail (12) until the latter deforms and to the movement of the second and first blocking member (15, 14) towards the first and second blocking member (14, 15), respectively, until they come into contact with same so as to create a second amplification of the bracing of the first and second blocking member (14, 15), respectively, on the rail (12).
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
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
B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
19.
VEHICLE SEAT WITH AN EMERGENCY-EVACUATION CONNECTING ROD
The present disclosure relates to a vehicle seat (1) comprising:—a seat frame (2),—anchoring means (3) for anchoring the seat (1) to the floor of a vehicle,—connecting means (4) for connecting the seat frame (2) to the anchoring means (3), allowing the seat frame (2) to be moved with respect to the anchoring means (3) at least in the longitudinal direction (X) and in the vertical direction (Z) of the seat (1),—a backrest (5) pivotably articulated to the seat frame (2) in the vicinity of its rear edge (AR) about a first transverse axis (Y1) of the seat (1),—an underframe (6) pivotably articulated to the anchoring means (3) about a second transverse axis (Y2) of the seat (1) and pivotably articulated to the backrest (5) about a third transverse axis (Y3) of the seat (1). The underframe (6) is articulated to the anchoring means (3) by way of an emergency connecting rod (10) that allows the seat to be tilted into an exit-facilitating emergency position.
The present disclosure relates to a slide rail (1) comprising a movable male section (2) and a fixed female section (3) that receives the male section, these being guided with respect to one another by rolling bearing cages (4, 5) that hold rolling bearings, the cages having shoes (P3) that cooperate frictionally with the sections of the slide rail to increase the sliding resistance of the slide rail at the bearing surfaces.
A vehicle seat element, in particular a motor vehicle seat element, comprising a structure, typically metallic, a padding comprising a solidified 3D entanglement of continuous thermoplastic fibers arranged irregularly forming loops welded together, an interface located between the structure and the padding, the interface comprising a receiving surface covered at least in part by the padding, and a plurality of fastening elements for fastening the padding to the interface, each fastening element passing through at least a part of the padding and the receiving surface of the interface, transversely thereto.
A vehicle seat support element having a body made of plastic material, a metal reinforcement attached to the body, and four interface elements for interfacing of the seat support element with its environment. Three of the interface elements are secured to the metal reinforcement, the fourth interface element only being secured to the body.
A covering element intended to be fastened to a frame and having an inner surface and an outer surface. The covering element includes, from the inner surface to the outer surface, at least one foam layer, a skin made of synthetic material, and a paint layer. The covering element further includes at least one fastening element for fastening the covering element to the frame, the fastening element having at least one reinforcing portion that extends into the foam layer and is overmolded by the foam layer and at least one fastening portion that projects out of the inner surface of the foam layer.
A backrest of a vehicle seat comprises a backrest frame, a rear padding element attached to the backrest frame, two side cushions, each side cushion comprising a lateral foam block covered with a respective side cover, the side covers and the rear padding element constituting an integral sub-assembly.
A backrest of a vehicle seat comprises a backrest armature, at least one central upholstery module and two side upholstery modules each arranged on a respective side of the central upholstery module. Each of the at least three upholstery modules is fixed to the backrest armature independently of the other two upholstery modules.
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, 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 likeArrangement of controls thereof
The present disclosure relates to a cover system configured to wrap a backrest frame, and comprising a cover comprising:
a first and a second closed tubular sections, arranged on a lower part of the cover, configured to be separated from each other in the transverse direction,
an intermediate section of cover, arranged on an upper part of the cover connecting the closed tubular sections, comprising an internal space configured to house an upper transverse part of the frame, communicating, on either side of the lateral recess, respectively with a first internal space and with a second internal space configured respectively to house lateral posts,
a central panel laterally attached to the closed tubular sections and to the intermediate section of the cover.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
22 - Rope, netting, tents, awnings, sails and sacks; padding and stuffing materials
23 - Yarns and threads for textile use
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Vehicle ceiling coverings; vehicle door coverings; vehicle
seat coverings (covers); coverings of textile or plastic
materials, including fabric substitutes, for vehicle
interiors; upholstery for vehicles. Raw textile fibers and substitutes thereof; textile
filaments; textile fibers. Threads for textile use; threads for textile use, namely,
embroidery threads, plastic threads, elastic threads. Textiles and textile substitutes not included in other
classes; fabrics.
28.
TRIM ELEMENT OF A VEHICLE SEAT FRAME, ASSOCIATED SEAT AND METHODS FOR ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY
The invention relates to a trim element which comprises a body comprising an outer face and an inner face (7), a reversible attachment element (13) secured to the inner face (7) and comprising a tab (15), the reversible attachment element (13) being intended to engage with at least one complementary attachment element (14) extending over the seat frame, the tab (15) extending between a first end (19) secured to the inner face (7) of the trim element (3) and a second free end (21), opposite the first end (19) in a longitudinal direction (L). The body comprises a through-opening (10) from the outer face to the inner face (7), extending in the vicinity of the second end (21) of the tab (15) of the reversible attachment element (13), the second end being accessible from outside the trim element via the through-opening.
A method for assembling a height adjustment system for a seat comprising a seat frame comprising at least one a flange extending a longitudinal direction and comprising, in a transverse direction, an inner side and an outer side, a first housing arranged on the first side of the flange in the transverse direction, and a drive module comprising an adjustment mechanism, the adjustment mechanism being arranged on a second side of the flange in the transverse direction, opposite the first side, coincident with the other of the inner side or the outer side, wherein the first housing, the flange and the drive module are secured together by at least one permanent fastening means, such as a weld or such as adhesive.
B60N 2/16 - 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 height-adjustable
The present disclosure relates to a pivoting assembly for a vehicle seat comprising a lower plate comprising at least a first hole; an upper plate pivotally mounted relative to the lower plate about a first axis and comprising at least a second hole; a housing delimited in the direction of the first axis by the upper plate and the lower plate; at least one cable bundle that comprises at least one electrical cable, the cable bundle extending through the at least one first hole of the lower plate and through the at least one second hole of the upper plate, an intermediate portion of the electrical cable being received in the housing, the intermediate portion forming at least one loop about the first axis.
B60N 2/14 - 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 rotatable, e.g. to permit easy access
B60N 2/16 - 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 height-adjustable
B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
31.
VEHICLE SEAT BACKREST AND VEHICLE SEAT COMPRISING SUCH A BACKREST
The invention relates to a backrest (16) of a vehicle seat (11), comprising a backrest frame (17) provided with first and second lateral uprights (171; 172) spaced apart from each other in a transverse direction (Y) of the backrest (16), and a shell (46) supported by the lateral uprights (171; 172), the shell (46) being deformable and/or movable relative to the lateral uprights (171; 172). The shell (46) has a front face (46A) intended to be oriented towards an occupant of the vehicle seat (11) and a rear face (46B) opposite the front face (46A). The shell (46) forms a reinforcement (59) open on the front face (46A) of the shell (46) and closed on the rear face (46B) of the shell (46). A device (63) suitable for performing a comfort and/or safety function of the vehicle seat (11) is attached within the reinforcement (59).
The present disclosure relates to a modular seat bottom cushion, configured to be attached to a seat structure having a seat bottom structure comprising two lateral flanges spaced apart by a front transverse tube and a rear transverse tube, the modular seat bottom cushion comprising, in the assembled state:
a base comprising a mechanical interface system for attachment to the seat bottom structure,
padding resting on an upper surface of the base
a covering which covers the padding.
A method and a system for assisting in correcting the posture of an occupant of a vehicle seat, comprising:
a. collecting the posture of the occupant of the seat via sensors;
b. calculating comfort indices;
c. comparing them with reference values;
d. generating a first alert signal intended for a first alert device when a reference value is reached; and
e. generating a second alert signal intended for first and/or second alert devices when another reference value is reached.
22 - Rope, netting, tents, awnings, sails and sacks; padding and stuffing materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
23 - Yarns and threads for textile use
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Raw textile fibers and substitutes thereof; textile filaments; textile fibers. Textiles and textile substitutes not included in other classes; fabrics. Threads for textile use; threads for textile use, namely, embroidery threads, plastic threads, elastic threads. Vehicle ceiling coverings; vehicle door coverings; vehicle seat coverings (covers); coverings of textile or plastic materials, including fabric substitutes, for vehicle interiors; upholstery for vehicles.
35.
COVERING ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE SEAT, ASSOCIATED VEHICLE SEAT AND MANUFACTURING METHOD
A vehicle seat covering assembly having: a first covering element and a second covering element, defining between them a gap, and a zipper that includes a first closure strip, secured to the first covering element, and a second closure strip, secured to the second covering element. The first and second closure strips are secured to each other. The assembly further includes a facing element, disposed between the first closure strip and the first covering element, the facing element extending between the first covering element and the second covering element to conceal the gap.
The present disclosure relates to a modular squab cushion, configured to be attached to a squab structure having a squab structure, the squab structure being configured to removably attach the modular squab cushion, the modular squab cushion comprises, in the assembled state: a main (or central) base having a lower surface configured to be attached to the squab structure, a central padding resting on an upper surface of the main base and forming a central portion, a central trim covering that covers the central padding, at least one modular lateral bolster removably attached to the main base.
A suspension system for a backrest of a vehicle seat, wherein the suspension system comprises:
a main support, the main support has a main plate,
an ancillary support, the ancillary support has an ancillary plate, the ancillary plate has a central portion extending along the extension of the main plate in an elevation direction, and
a structural core extending in the elevation direction between an upper structural end and a lower structural end, the upper structural end and the lower structural end are intended to be attached to a frame, the main support and the ancillary support are attached to the structural core.
An assembly for a first backrest and a second backrest, the assembly comprising a first suspension system for attachment to a first frame and a second suspension system for attachment to a second frame, wherein:
the first suspension system comprises a first main support, a first ancillary support and a first structural core to which the first main support and the first ancillary support are attached,
the second suspension system comprises a second main support, a second ancillary support and a second structural core to which the second main support and the second ancillary support are attached,
the second main support is geometrically identical to the first main support, and the second ancillary support geometrically differs from the first ancillary support.
A method and a system for assisting in correcting the posture of an occupant of a vehicle seat, comprising:
a. collecting, as input, signals from a set of sensors detecting the posture of the occupant of the seat;
b. calculating one or more comfort indices by implementing at least one algorithm;
c. comparing each of the one or more comfort indices of the set with at least one respective reference value;
d. generating as output at least one signal intended for a user interface when one of the reference values is reached by the respective comfort index, the signal being dependent on prerecorded parameters specific to the occupant.
B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
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
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
22 - Rope, netting, tents, awnings, sails and sacks; padding and stuffing materials
23 - Yarns and threads for textile use
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Lining of roof vehicles; Trim for vehicle doors; Vehicle seat covers; Linings of textiles or plastics, including fabric substitutes, for vehicle interiors; Upholstery for vehicles. raw textile fibers and substitutes thereof; Textile filaments; Textile fibres. Yarns for textile use; Yarns for textile use, namely Embroidery thread and yarn, Threads of plastic materials, Elastic thread. textiles and Substitutes for textiles, The aforesaid goods not included in other classes; Textiles.
41.
CONTROL SYSTEM FOR LOCKING DEVICES FOR A VEHICLE SEAT, TRACK MECHANISM, AND VEHICLE SEAT ASSEMBLY
A control system for locking devices for vehicle seats comprising a chassis and an element mobile along a straight direction relative to the chassis and a first pivoting arm. A first end of the first pivoting arm is fixed to the mobile element of the linear actuator. A second end of the first pivoting arm is adapted to push, respectively pull, a first pin of a first locking device when the mobile element of the linear actuator is moved relative to the chassis, in order to control locking or unlocking of the first locking device.
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
The present disclosure relates to a backrest for a vehicle seat comprising a backrest frame and a upper backrest adjustment device comprising a support member intended to receive, bearing against a front face, the upper back of an occupant of the seat, pivotably mounted on the backrest frame; at least one first connecting rod pivotably articulated relative to the backrest frame; an intermediate part between the support member and the first connecting rod, pivotably articulated relative to the support member and relative to the first connecting rod, an actuator for adjusting the position of the support member between a retracted position and an advanced position, the actuator comprising a pivotably articulated connecting part relative to the intermediate part.
B60N 2/22 - 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
A suspension membrane of a vehicle seat support element includes a fabric made of plastic material extending between a first face and a second face and having at least a first layer made of plastic material that has an outer face forming the first face and an inner face opposite the outer face, and a second layer made of plastic material that has an outer face forming the second face and an inner face opposite the outer face, the inner faces of the first layer and of the second layer being applied against one another. The suspension membrane further includes at least one electrical circuit having at least one electrical component and a power lead to the component, extending between a part of the inner faces of the first layer and of the second layer.
Mat for detecting the occupancy of a motor vehicle seat, system for determining capacitance, method for determining a capacitance or a state of occupancy of a seat, method for detecting a rotation of a part of the trunk of an occupant seated on a seat
The present disclosure relates to a mat for detecting the occupancy of a motor vehicle seat, comprising a flexible support, an interdigitated capacitive sensor borne by the flexible support, a first conductive track borne by the flexible support, the first conductive track having a first end connected to the interdigitated capacitive sensor and a second end intended to be connected to a computing unit, a second conductive track borne by the support, the second conductive track having a first free end and a second end intended to be connected to the computing unit. The present disclosure also relates to a system for determining a capacitance, a method for determining a capacitance or a state of occupancy of a seat and a method for detecting a rotation of a part of the trunk of an occupant seated on a seat.
B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
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
A method for manufacturing a vehicle seat element comprising the following steps: a. providing an armature of the seat element, b. providing a net and a frame, at least one portion of the net being surrounded by the frame and fastened to the frame, c. fastening the frame and/or the net to the armature, d. providing a padding comprising a 3D tangling of continuous thermoplastic fibers arranged irregularly forming loops welded together, and e. fastening the padding onto the net and/or onto the frame.
The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a seat padding comprising the following steps: • - supplying a part (3) comprising a 3D entanglement of irregularly arranged continuous thermoplastic fibres (5) forming loops joined by welding, • - supplying a coating (R) capable of conducting heat.
The present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing a seat padding, wherein the padding (MAT) obtained comprises a 3D entanglement of irregularly arranged continuous thermoplastic fibres (1) forming loops that are welded together, said method comprising the steps of: - providing a 3D entanglement of irregularly arranged continuous thermoplastic fibres forming loops that are welded together, and - providing raised portions on at least one face of the entanglement, or even on two opposite faces of the entanglement, by passing the 3D entanglement between two counter-rotating calendering members (OC1, OC2).
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
D01D 5/088 - Cooling filaments, threads or the like, leaving the spinnerettes
The present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing a seat lining element (EG) comprising: /G1/ providing a padding (3) comprising a 3D entanglement of irregularly arranged continuous thermoplastic fibres (5) forming loops that are welded together, /G2/ providing a cover (CF), /G3/ providing an interface sheet (IT), /G4/ forming an assembly (ASS) comprising three consecutive layers on top of one another comprising the padding (3), the cover (CF) and the interface sheet (IT) inserted between the cover (CF) and the padding (3), and /G5/ welding the three layers of the assembly at least by compressing the assembly between a first press portion (PR1) and a second press portion (PR2) in a tool (OTS).
B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired formApparatus therefor
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
The invention relates to a method for manufacturing upholstery (49) for a seat element of a vehicle, the method comprising the following steps of: A. arranging a cover (40) in a mould (M) such that the cover (40) covers at least part of the mould (M), B. overmoulding, over the cover (40), a padding (41) comprising a 3D entanglement of irregularly arranged continuous thermoplastic fibres (52) forming loops (43) that are welded together, the padding (41) being in the molten state, C. solidifying the padding (41) by cooling using a liquid (E) or a gas so as to rigidly connect the cover (40) with the padding in order to obtain the upholstery (49).
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
The present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing seat padding, wherein the padding obtained comprises a 3D entanglement of randomly arranged continuous thermoplastic fibres forming loops that are welded together, which method comprises the steps of: - /A/ extruding a thermoplastic polymer through an extrusion die (2) comprising extrusion nozzles (20) distributed along a lengthwise direction and along a widthwise direction of the extrusion die, causing a curtain (R) of melted continuous fibres to fall by gravity, - /B/ receiving the curtain of melted continuous fibres that fall by gravity in a moulding cavity (CAV) of a moulding tool (OM) so as to generate a 3D entanglement of the fibres according to an irregular or random distribution with fused loops between the continuous fibres, - /C/ solidifying the 3D fibre entanglement conformed to the shape of the moulding cavity by immersing it in a cooling liquid.
The present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing a seat cushion comprising: providing a cushion comprising a 3D entanglement of continuous thermoplastic fibers, arranged irregularly or randomly forming loops heat-sealed together and hot-pressing of the 3D entanglement of fibers into one or more local 3D entanglement areas so as to obtain one or more densified, stiffened local areas of the cushion, the local area(s) being configured to serve as a fastening area. The present disclosure also relates to a cushion obtained according to the manufacturing method, and a seat comprising such a cushion and a cap attached to the densified, stiffened local area(s).
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
52.
METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A SEAT PADDING, SEAT PADDING AS SUCH, AND SEAT AS SUCH
The present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing a seat padding comprising:—/A/ providing a padding comprising a 3D entanglement of continuous thermoplastic fibers arranged irregularly forming loops welded together, the padding having a length direction, a width direction, and a thickness direction, as well as a border on the periphery extending along the edges of the padding—/B/ Hot pressing of the 3D entanglement of fibers, at all or part of the periphery of the padding, so as to produce a densified and stiffened border of the padding, relative to a central zone of the padding of less density and of less rigidity. The present disclosure also relates to padding as such, as well as to a vehicle seat comprising such padding.
B29C 43/00 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding materialApparatus therefor
B29C 43/18 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding materialApparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. compression moulding around inserts or for coating articles
B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired formApparatus therefor
B29C 70/22 - Fibrous reinforcements only characterised by the structure of fibrous reinforcements using fibres of substantial or continuous length oriented in at least two directions forming a two dimensional structure
B32B 3/04 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by a layer folded at the edge, e.g. over another layer
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
A system for locking at least one continuous-adjustment slide for a vehicle seat, comprising; the at least one slide, an over-center locking system comprising: a rail, fixed relative to the first slide element, resilient means generating return forces configured to provide a switchover to locking of a first locking member so as to provide an over-center of the first locking member on the rail and a switchover to locking of a second locking member providing an over-center of the second locking member on the rail. According to the present disclosure, an unlocking mechanism comprises an electric actuator and a transmission configured to provide the switchover to unlocking of the first locking member and the switchover to unlocking of the second locking member, against the return forces of the resilient means.
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 vehicle seat comprising a guiding device comprising a first articulation portion and a second articulation portion, the first articulation portion has a first articulation surface, the second articulation portion has a second articulation surface, a first stop element and a second stop element, a first backrest, a second backrest comprising a first flange and a second flange, the first flange has a first bore cooperating with the first articulation surface, the second flange has a second bore cooperating with the second articulation surface, the second bore has a circular portion and a notch, the notch of the second bore is configured to allow the passage of the second stop element through the notch.
A seat support element having a frame and a padding mounted on the frame, extending between an internal surface, near the frame on an external side of the frame, and an external surface, opposite the internal surface and defining a bearing surface for an occupant of the seat. The support element includes a ventilation device for the bearing surface which includes a fan mounted on the frame and arranged to emit a gas flow toward the padding, and a bellows extending between the fan and the internal surface of the padding to transmit the gas flow of the fan to the padding. The bellows has a fastening tab passing through an orifice passing through the frame on the external side to an internal side of the frame, the fastening tab being attached to the frame on the internal side of the frame.
System (1) for locking a continuously adjustable slide for a vehicle seat, comprising: - the slide comprising a first, lower slide element (20) configured to be fixed to a floor of the vehicle, and a second, upper slide element (21) configured to slide along the first slide element, - a system for locking by bracing comprising: -- a rail (3) extending lengthwise along the slide and fixed with respect to the first slide element, said rail having a first, upper friction surface and, opposite this, a second, lower friction surface, -- a first blocking member (4) and a second blocking member (5), which are mounted integrally with the second slide element (21), in offset positions along a longitudinal axis of the rail (3), constrained on locking by a first and a second cam (C1, C2).
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
57.
RECYCLING POLYOLS PRODUCED FROM MOLDED POLYURETHANE FOAM
C08J 11/26 - Recovery or working-up of waste materials of polymers by chemically breaking down the molecular chains of polymers or breaking of crosslinks, e.g. devulcanisation by treatment with organic material by treatment with organic oxygen-containing compounds containing carboxylic acid groups, their anhydrides or esters
C08G 18/00 - Polymeric products of isocyanates or isothiocyanates
C08J 9/00 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof
58.
RECYCLING POLYOLS PRODUCED FROM SEAT COVER MATERIALS
C08J 11/24 - Recovery or working-up of waste materials of polymers by chemically breaking down the molecular chains of polymers or breaking of crosslinks, e.g. devulcanisation by treatment with organic material by treatment with organic oxygen-containing compounds containing hydroxyl groups
B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
A vehicle seat having a seat bottom comprising a ramp and a stop, a slide comprising a first slide segment and a second slide segment, a movable element capable of being moved relative to the slide, the seat bottom being pivotally mounted relative to the movable element about a pivot axis, an articulation member that is stationary relative to the slide member, and a pivoting connecting rod having a first end that is articulated to the articulation member and a second end able to slide against the ramp during the movement of the movable element on the first slide segment, the pivoting connecting rod being shaped to push against the ramp and cause the rotation of the seat bottom during the movement of the movable element on the second slide segment, the second end of the connecting rod bearing against the stop.
B60N 2/18 - 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 height-adjustable the front or the rear portion of the seat being adjustable, e.g. independently of each other
A motorized drive device for a vehicle seat having a squab in particular with raising, the device comprising an actuator and an actuator housing containing a reduction gear, an output member, mounted to rotate about an axis, the output member comprising a peripheral rim, a friction ring mounted around the output member and rotationally integral with the output member, the friction ring comprising a skirt, the actuator housing comprising an inner bearing optionally provided with a plurality of inner radial protrusions for receiving the skirt, the skirt coming into contact at least against the inner bearing in order to generate a continuous friction between the output member forming a rotating part and the inner bearing forming a fixed part.
B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
B60N 2/225 - 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 cycloidal or planetary mechanisms
61.
SLIDING VEHICLE SEAT ASSEMBLY AND MOTOR VEHICLE, IN PARTICULAR A MICRO-HYBRID MOTOR VEHICLE COMPRISING SUCH A VEHICLE SEAT ASSEMBLY
The invention relates to a vehicle seat assembly comprising a vehicle seat (10) with a seat portion (14), the seat portion (14) comprising a seat frame (15), a slide (12) comprising two slide mechanisms (28), each slide mechanism (28) comprising a moveable profile (22) attached to the seat portion (15) and a fixed profile (30), each moveable profile (22) being slidingly accommodated in an associated fixed profile (30), and a crossmember (46) attached to the fixed profiles (30) of the slide mechanisms (28). The crossmember (46) is attached to each fixed profile (30) by means of a respective attachment profile (48). A first flap (52) of each attachment profile (48) is attached to a fixed profile (30). A second flap (50) of each attachment profile (48) is attached to the crossmember (46). The first flap (52) and the second flap (50) of each attachment profile (48) are substantially perpendicular.
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
B60K 1/04 - Arrangement or mounting of electrical propulsion units of the electric storage means for propulsion
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
The present disclosure relates to a seat (1) comprising: - a typically metallic structure (2), - padding (3), - an interface (4) located between the structure (2) and the padding (3), the padding (3) comprising a 3D entanglement of randomly arranged thermoplastic continuous fibers (5) forming welded loops between the fibers.
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 3/018 - Non woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length characterised by the shape
B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
A support element for a vehicle seat, the support element including: a shell, a cover mounted on the shell, the cover defining a front surface for receiving a passenger, and a rear surface opposite the front surface, and a padding arranged between the shell and the cover. The cover has a plurality of fastening loops fastened on the rear surface of the cover. The shell has a plurality of through-openings arranged substantially facing the fastening loops, the fastening loops passing through the through-openings and mechanically cooperating with the shell so as to keep the cover rigidly connected to the shell.
A seat base for a vehicle seat includes: two seat base side flanges; a seat base front flange rotatably mounted with respect to the two seat base side flanges; and a mechanism for adjusting the orientation of the front flange relative to the side flanges. The mechanism includes: two connecting rods, each connecting rod being connected to one of the side flanges; a tube extending between the two connecting rods; and at least one clip attached to the front flange and having a baseplate and two branches extending from the baseplate to form a receiving space wherein a portion of the tube is received; each clip further having at least one tie arranged between the baseplate and one of the branches. The baseplate, the two branches, and each tie are integral with each other.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Vehicle seats; vehicle seat cushions; vehicle seat coverings
(covers), covering of textile or plastic materials,
including fabric substitues, for verhicle interiors; motor
vehicle internal coverings with textile linings and textile
upholstery. Chemical fiber yarn and thread (not for textile use);
cushioning and padding materials of plastics; cushioning and
padding materials of plastics for seats, pillows and mats. Woven fabrics; knitted fabrics; felt and non-woven textile
fabrics; textile materials; fabrics for textile use; coated
fabrics; fabrics used for covering seats; plastic materials
(fabric substitutes); unfitted fabric covers for vehicle
seats.
66.
Vehicle seat comprising a device for measuring the distance between a base and a frame
A vehicle seat includes a base and a frame, the position of which relative to the base is adjustable by an adjustment device having at least one connecting rod articulated to the base and to the frame, the seat further including a device for measuring the distance between the base and the frame. The measuring device has an angular position sensor mounted on the base or on the frame and an arm articulated on the angular position sensor and moving in rotation when the connecting rod is moved in rotation, the angular position sensor determining the distance between the frame and the base as a function of the angle of rotation of the arm.
G01B 7/30 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring angles or tapersMeasuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for testing the alignment of axes
G01D 5/16 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying resistance
67.
LATERAL AIRBAG MODULE FOR SECURING TO A FRAME OF A SEAT BACKREST, METHOD FOR THE SECURING THEREOF AND VEHICLE SEAT COMPRISING A LATERAL AIRBAG MODULE
The invention relates to a lateral airbag module for securing to a frame (12) of a seat backrest, comprising an airbag (14), wherein, on the lateral airbag module (10), in the installed, folded state, at least one securing device (18) is provided in the lower region of the lateral airbag module (10) for securing to at least one lateral wall (28) of the frame (12), and an engaging element (20) pointing laterally towards the frame (12) is provided in the upper region of the lateral airbag module (10) for engaging with a counter-piece (34) on the frame. The invention also relates to a vehicle seat comprising a frame (12) of a seat backrest and a lateral airbag module, as well as a method for securing a lateral airbag module (10) to a frame (12) of a seat backrest in order to produce a vehicle seat.
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
B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
68.
SEAT SUPPORT ELEMENT COMPRISING AN ADJUSTABLE REST ELEMENT
A support element having a body defining an outer surface and a rest element mounted in an adjustable manner on the body via an adjustment device that includes a guide element extending over the outer surface of the body. The guide element has a band fastened to the outer surface of the body, the adjustment device including a sliding element integral with the rest element, and being mounted in sliding contact on the band and having a free end extending between the band and the outer surface so as to allow adjustment of the position of the rest element relative to the body by sliding the sliding element on the guide element.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Vehicle seats; vehicle seat cushions; vehicle seat coverings
(covers), covering of textile or plastic materials,
including fabric substitutes, for vehicle interiors; textile
linings and textile upholstery for motor vehicles. Chemical fiber yarn and thread (not for textile use);
cushioning and padding materials of plastics; cushioning and
padding materials of plastics for seats, pillows and mats. Woven fabrics; knitted fabrics; felt and non-woven textile
fabrics; textile materials; fabrics for textile use; coated
fabrics; fabrics used for covering seats; plastic materials
(fabric substitutes); unfitted fabric covers for vehicle
seats.
70.
SLIDE RAIL FOR VEHICLE SEAT AND ASSEMBLY COMPRISING THE SLIDE RAIL
A slide rail for a motor vehicle seat, comprises a first profile, a second profile and an interior space which extends in a longitudinal direction, the interior space extending between the first profile and the second profile, the second profile being movable relative to the first profile, rolling elements which are arranged in the interior space and configured to guide the movement of the second profile relative to the first profile in the longitudinal direction, and a runner which is arranged in the interior space and holds the second profile relative to the first profile in a support direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, wherein the runner is selectively connected to the first profile or to the second profile.
Vehicle seat runner (10), the runner extending principally along a longitudinal direction (X) and comprising: - a female profiled section (11) configured to be fixed to a vehicle floor, - a male profiled section (12) mounted to slide with respect to the female profiled section along the longitudinal direction (X), an internal runner space (13) being delimited between the male profiled section (12) and the female profiled section (11), the male profiled section (12) comprising, along the longitudinal direction (X), a first end (14) and a second end (15) and having a web (16) and first and second side walls (17, 18), said web being continued downwards by the first and second side walls (17, 18), - a position sensor (19) fixed on the male profiled section (12) and configured so as to determine the position of the male profiled section (12) with respect to the female profiled section (11), the position sensor (19) additionally comprising a flexible portion (22) with a fastening portion (23) for fastening the flexible portion (22) to the male profiled section (12), the fastening portion (23) being configured to fasten in a second opening (24) arranged on a second wall (18), of the first and second side walls (17, 18), opposite the first wall (17) having the first opening (21), the position sensor (19) being configured to be joined to the runner (10) by longitudinal assembly, during which the position sensor (19) is inserted into the internal runner space (13) via one of the first and second ends (15, 14) of the male profiled section (12).
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Vehicle seats; vehicle seat cushions; fitted vehicle seat coverings of textile, plastic materials and fabric substitutes for vehicle interiors; fitted textile linings and textile upholstery for motor vehicles Chemical fiber yarn and thread not for textile use; cushioning and padding materials of plastics in the nature of stuffing; cushioning and padding materials of plastics for seats, pillows and mats Woven fabrics; knitted fabrics; felt and non-woven textile fabrics; textile substitute materials made from synthetic materials; fabrics for textile use; fabrics coated with thermoplastic coatings for use in manufacturing in a wide variety of industries; unfitted fabrics used for covering seats; fabric substitutes made from plastic; unfitted fabric covers for vehicle seats
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Vehicle seats; vehicle seat cushions; fitted vehicle seat coverings of textile, plastic materials, and fabric substitues for vehicle interiors; fitted textile linings and textile upholstery for motor vehicles; fitted motor vehicle internal covering with textile linings and textile upholstery Chemical fiber yarn and thread not for textile use; cushioning and padding materials of plastics in the nature of stuffing; cushioning and padding materials of plastics for seats, pillows and mats Woven fabrics; knitted fabrics; felt and non-woven textile fabrics; textile substitute materials made from synthetic materials; fabrics for textile use; fabrics coated with thermoplastic coatings for use in manufacturing in a wide variety of industries; unfitted fabrics used for covering seats; fabric substitutes made from plastic; unfitted fabric covers for vehicle seats
74.
VEHICLE SEAT HEADREST AND SEAT COMPRISING SUCH A HEADREST
The invention relates to a vehicle seat headrest (8), the headrest comprising: a central portion (12) comprising a bearing surface (13) that is intended to receive the seat occupant's head; a first lateral edge (14) that is secured to the central portion and protrudes relative to the bearing surface (13), the first lateral edge defining an inner cavity; a loudspeaker arranged in the inner cavity, the first lateral edge comprising an end portion (18) that is located at a distance (D) of between 25 millimeters and 65 millimeters from the bearing surface (13), the end portion being the part of the first lateral edge that is farthest from the bearing surface in the longitudinal direction (X).
A vehicle seat back comprising a seat back frame with a pillar, an airbag device and a side airbag, the airbag device comprising at least one airbag and an airbag support for attaching the airbag to the seat back frame, and the side airbag comprising a side airbag trim and at least one side airbag trim support for attaching the side airbag to the seat back frame, wherein the trim support and the airbag support comprise at least one assembly point for their attachment to the pillar of the seat back frame.
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
The present invention relates to a motor vehicle seat slide (1) comprising an upper, movable male profile (2) and a lower female profile (3), comprising a base wall (30), and a position sensor (4) attached to the male profile (2) and housed at least partially in an internal space (EI) delimited between the male profile (2) and the female profile (3), which position sensor is configured to detect a movement between the male profile and the female profile when the slide slides, said position sensor (4) being configured to be inserted into the internal space (EI) through a mounting window (FE1) in the first side wall (23), and in a transverse insertion direction (Y) perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the slide, said position sensor (4) comprises a sensor body (40), as well as a spring locking member (5) which is made of metal and hingedly connected to the sensor body (40).
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
The invention relates to a vehicle seat backrest (2), the backrest having: - a support frame (10) comprising a first lateral upright (18) and a second lateral upright (20) extending parallel to the first lateral upright; - a shell (8) carried by the first lateral upright and by the second lateral upright, the shell extending in a plane referred to as a transverse plane (Y-Z), the shell having a front face (12) that is covered with foam and is able to support the back of a passenger sitting on the seat, and an opposite rear face (14); the rear face of the shell being substantially visible.
The present disclosure relates to a slide rail (1) comprising a movable male section (2) and a fixed female section (3) that receives the male section, these being guided with respect to one another by rolling bearing cages (4, 5) that hold rolling bearings, the cages having shoes (P3) that cooperate frictionally with the sections of the slide rail to increase the sliding resistance of the slide rail at the bearing surfaces.
The present disclosure relates to a vehicle seat (1) comprising: - a seat frame (2), - anchoring means (3) for anchoring the seat (1) to the floor of a vehicle, - means (4) for connecting the seat frame (2) to the anchoring means (3), allowing the seat frame (2) to be moved with respect to the anchoring means (3) at least in the longitudinal direction (X) and in the vertical direction (Z) of the seat (1), - a backrest (5) pivotably articulated to the seat frame (2) in the vicinity of its rear edge (AR) about a first transverse axis (Y1) of the seat (1), - an underframe (6) pivotably articulated to the anchoring means (3) about a second transverse axis (Y2) of the seat (1) and pivotably articulated to the backrest (5) about a third transverse axis (Y3) of the seat (1). The underframe (6) is articulated to the anchoring means (3) by way of an emergency connecting rod (10) that allows the seat to be tilted into an exit-facilitating emergency position.
B60N 2/12 - 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 and tiltable
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 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
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
B60N 2/22 - 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
B60N 2/30 - Non-dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats
A backrest (16) of a vehicle seat (10) comprises a backrest frame (17), a rear padding element (48) attached to the backrest frame (17), two side cushions (36, 38), each side cushion (36, 38) comprising a lateral foam block (42, 44) covered with a respective side cover (37, 39), the side covers (37, 39) and the rear padding element (48) constituting an integral subassembly (100).
The covering element (2) is intended to be fastened to a frame (6) and comprises an inner surface (10) and an outer surface (8), the covering element comprising, from the inner surface (10) to the outer surface (8), at least one foam layer (12), a skin made of synthetic material (14) and a paint layer (16). The covering element further comprises at least one fastening element (26, 28, 30) for fastening the covering element (2) to the frame (6), said fastening element (26, 28, 30) comprising at least one reinforcing portion (32, 48, 50, 52, 54) that extends into the foam layer (12) and is overmolded by said foam layer (12) and at least one fastening portion (34) that projects out of the inner surface (10) of said foam layer (12).
The present disclosure relates to a method for processing capacitance values generated by capacitive sensors with interdigitated electrodes supported by a seat of a vehicle.
G01V 3/08 - Electric or magnetic prospecting or detectingMeasuring magnetic field characteristics of the earth, e.g. declination or deviation operating with magnetic or electric fields produced or modified by objects or geological structures or by detecting devices
G01R 27/26 - Measuring inductance or capacitanceMeasuring quality factor, e.g. by using the resonance methodMeasuring loss factorMeasuring dielectric constants
83.
Occupancy sensing device, occupancy sensing and heating mat, and vehicle seat
The present disclosure relates to an occupancy sensing device for detecting the occupancy of a seat of a vehicle, comprising: a flexible substrate having a first main face and a second main face opposite to the first main face, a capacitive sensor with interdigitated electrodes, capable of detecting the state of occupancy of the seat, conductive tracks connected to the capacitive sensor with interdigitated electrodes, the capacitive sensor with interdigitated electrodes and the conductive tracks being fixed on the first main face of the flexible substrate, wherein the flexible substrate is made of an elastic and impermeable material.
G01D 5/24 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance
84.
OCCUPANCY SENSING MAT FOR VEHICLE SEAT AND VEHICLE SEAT
The present disclosure relates to an occupancy sensing mat for a vehicle seat comprising a flexible support and an occupancy detection sensor carried by the flexible support, the occupancy detection sensor being a capacitive transducer with coplanar interdigitated electrodes comprising a first electrode and a second electrode, the first electrode and the second electrode each comprising a rod and fingers integral with the rod.
B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
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
85.
Vehicle seat backrest and associated manufacturing method
A vehicle seat backrest having a body, a cover layer designed to be placed at the back of the body and covering at least a portion of the body, a storage apparatus defining a storage volume over a portion of the cover layer, and a fixation device for attaching the storage apparatus onto the cover layer. The fixation device includes at least one fixation support and at least one pin. The cover layer is overmolded onto the at least one fixation support. The at least one pin mates with the at least one fixation support and the storage apparatus so as to attach the storage apparatus to the cover layer.
B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
B32B 3/08 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by added members at particular parts
B32B 3/26 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids
B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
B32B 5/32 - 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 both layers being foamed or specifically porous
B32B 7/08 - Interconnection of layers by mechanical means
B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
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
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
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
A slider for a vehicle seat, in particular for a motor vehicle seat, comprises a first profile section and a second profile section, the first profile section being movable in translation along a longitudinal direction of the seat, relative to the second profile section, the second profile section being intended to be fixed, under a floor of a vehicle passenger compartment; a slider actuator controlling the movement of the first profile section relative to the second profile section, the slider actuator comprising a motor intended to be arranged above the floor of the vehicle passenger compartment, and a reduction mechanism. The reduction mechanism comprises a belt, preferably notched, intended to pass through a slot in the floor of the vehicle passenger compartment.
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 trim element for a vehicle element, where the trim element comprises a shell with an inner surface intended to be oriented towards the interior of the vehicle element and an outer surface intended to form a rear surface of the vehicle element, and a pocket fixed to the outer surface of the shell, where the pocket comprises a panel which has a lower and lateral edges and at least one stiffening element arranged in the lower and lateral edges. The shell further comprises at least one groove in which are housed at least one from the lateral edges and/or the lower edge of the panel for assembly of the panel with the shell.
B60R 7/08 - Disposition of racks, clips, or the like
B29C 37/00 - Component parts, details, accessories or auxiliary operations, not covered by group or
B29C 44/12 - Incorporating or moulding on preformed parts, e.g. inserts or reinforcements
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
B29K 75/00 - Use of polyureas or polyurethanes as moulding material
B29K 623/00 - Use of polyalkenes for preformed parts, e.g. for inserts
B29L 31/30 - Vehicles, e.g. ships or aircraft, or body parts thereof
A hinge comprising a first and a second plate intended to be connected respectively to a first and to a second vehicle seat element, the first plate comprising a base toothed portion with N teeth, a plurality of sets of rolling elements, each radially movable between at least one locking position, in which the rolling element is at least partially engaged in a space between two teeth, and an unlocking position in which the rolling element is disengaged from the space, a plurality of movable cams, each cooperating with the rolling elements of a different set, so as to cause the rolling elements to transition from their unlocking position to a locking position, and vice versa, and a control hub, able to move the cams.
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 2/22 - 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
B60N 2/225 - 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 cycloidal or planetary mechanisms
B60N 2/235 - 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 gear-pawl type mechanisms
F16H 25/06 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for conveying rotary motion with intermediate members guided along tracks on both rotary members
A seat backrest having a frame and a cover extending around at least part of the frame, the cover defining at least part of the outer surface of the backrest. The seat backrest includes an airbag module, having a housing receiving an airbag, that is attached to the frame in an attachment area. At least in the attachment area, the cover is in direct contact with the frame and extends between the frame and the housing of the airbag module. The housing is attached to the frame through the cover and extends entirely to the side of the outer surface of the backrest.
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
A vehicle seat comprises at least one vibration device comprising an electroacoustic transducer, the vibration device having a mass less than or equal to 130 g.
The present disclosure relates to a vehicle seat comprising a seating portion and a backrest, the seat further comprising at least one vibration device. The vibration device(s) are arranged in one or more of the following authorized spaces: a first authorized space in the backrest, which is defined by predefined ranges; a second authorized space in the seating portion, which is defined by predefined ranges; these ranges being defined with respect to an orthonormal coordinate system (H, x, y, z) whose origin is the point H which is the seating reference point of the seat, for which the x axis extends horizontally from the rear to the front of the seating portion, for which the y axis extends horizontally from the right to the left of the seat, and for which the z axis extends vertically from the bottom to the top of the backrest.
B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
A61H 1/00 - Apparatus for passive exercisingVibrating apparatusChiropractic devices, e.g. body impacting devices, external devices for briefly extending or aligning unbroken bones
93.
Slide rail locking system with continuous adjustment
A system for locking a slide rail for a vehicle seat with continuous adjustment, comprises a fixed rail, and two blocking members urged towards each other by an elastic member to ensure their bracing on the rail, as well as to an unlocking mechanism comprising an unlocking member ensuring the release of the sliding of the slide rail by a separation of the two blocking members.
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
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Vehicle seats; vehicle seat cushions; vehicle seat coverings (covers), covering of textile or plastic materials, including fabric substitues, for verhicle interiors; textile linings and textile upholstery for motor vehicles. Chemical fiber yarn and thread (not for textile use); cushioning and padding materials of plastics; cushioning and padding materials of plastics for seats, pillows and mats. woven fabrics; knitted fabrics; felt and non-woven textile fabrics; textile materials; fabrics for textile use; coated fabrics; fabrics used for covering seats; plastic materials (fabric substitutes); unfitted fabric covers for vehicle seats.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
Goods & Services
Vehicle seats; vehicle seat cushions; vehicle seat coverings (covers), covering of textile or plastic materials, including fabric substitues, for verhicle interiors; textile linings and textile upholstery for motor vehicles. Chemical fiber yarn and thread (not for textile use); cushioning and padding materials of plastics; cushioning and padding materials of plastics for seats, pillows and mats. woven fabrics; knitted fabrics; felt and non-woven textile fabrics; textile materials; fabrics for textile use; coated fabrics; fabrics used for covering seats; plastic materials (fabric substitutes); unfitted fabric covers for vehicle seats.
96.
Vehicle seat assembly and associated assembly method
An assembly for a vehicle seat that includes: a support element defining a through opening, a padding element attached at least in part to the support element, and a ventilation system assembled to the support element in fluidic communication with the through opening. An inner surface of the support element and/or an inner surface of the padding element define at least one groove. An inner surface of the groove, the inner surface of the support element, and an inner surface of the padding element define an internal volume there between in fluidic communication with the through opening.
A system for optimizing the positioning of a vehicle seat includes: a module for obtaining and saving at least one morphological parameter of a passenger on the seat; a seat positioning adjustment module having at least one sensor within the vehicle, controlling the positioning; and a module for determining the positioning adjustment to be applied as a function of the morphological parameter. The system is configured to: determine at least one adjustment change that optimises passenger comfort to be applied during vehicle operation, automatically alter the position of the seat to achieve the adjustment change, or signal the passenger of the adjustment change to be applied, via an interaction module, and guide the passenger to manually achieve the adjustment change, via a predetermined sound or light signal.
A vehicle seat comprises an underframe; a backrest with a backrest frame; and a flange on each side of the backrest. Each flange is mounted so as to pivot relative to the backrest frame about a first transverse axis, and relative to the underframe about a second transverse axis.
B60N 2/30 - Non-dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats
B60N 2/12 - 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 and tiltable
B60N 2/04 - 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
99.
VEHICLE SEAT ELEMENT LINING INTEGRATING A VIBRATING DEVICE
A vehicle seat element lining comprises a cushioning comprising at least one first face intended to be oriented towards an occupant of the vehicle seat and a second face, opposite the first face, the cushioning having at least one hole opening on the first and/or the second face of the cushioning; at least one vibrating device disposed in a hole, each vibrating device comprising at least two first snap-fit reliefs; a plurality of distinct vibrating device brackets, each comprising a base, overmolded by the cushioning, and a second snap-fit relief, each vibrating device being fastened to at least two respective brackets, by snap-fitting the first and second snap-fit reliefs.
A61H 1/00 - Apparatus for passive exercisingVibrating apparatusChiropractic devices, e.g. body impacting devices, external devices for briefly extending or aligning unbroken bones
100.
VEHICLE SEAT BACKREST INCLUDING AT LEAST ONE VIBRATING DEVICE
A backrest of a vehicle seat comprises a backrest frame, a support plate fixed to the backrest frame, and at least one vibrating device. Each vibrating device is fixed to the support plate by means of at least one damping element. Preferably, each vibrating device is fixed on a face of the support plate opposite to the face intended to be oriented towards an occupant of the seat, at least a portion of each vibrating device being received in a respective through-hole in the support plate.
B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
A61H 23/02 - Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibrationSuction-vibration massageMassage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive
