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.
B29C 65/48 - Assemblage d'éléments préformésAppareils à cet effet en utilisant des adhésifs
B29C 51/00 - Façonnage par thermoformage, p. ex. façonnage de feuilles dans des moules en deux parties ou par emboutissage profondAppareils à cet effet
B29C 51/26 - Éléments constitutifs, détails ou accessoiresOpérations auxiliaires
B32B 5/02 - Produits stratifiés caractérisés par l'hétérogénéité ou la structure physique d'une des couches caractérisés par les caractéristiques de structure d'une couche comprenant des fibres ou des filaments
B32B 5/06 - Produits stratifiés caractérisés par l'hétérogénéité ou la structure physique d'une des couches caractérisés par les caractéristiques de structure d'une couche comprenant des fibres ou des filaments caractérisés par une couche fibreuse imbriquée ou cousue avec une autre couche, p. ex. de fibres, de papier
B32B 7/12 - Liaison entre couches utilisant des adhésifs interposés ou des matériaux interposés ayant des propriétés adhésives
B32B 27/08 - Produits stratifiés composés essentiellement de résine synthétique comme seul composant ou composant principal d'une couche adjacente à une autre couche d'une substance spécifique d'une résine synthétique d'une sorte différente
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 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
B60L 3/00 - Dispositifs électriques de sécurité sur véhicules propulsés électriquementContrôle des paramètres de fonctionnement, p. ex. de la vitesse, de la décélération ou de la consommation d’énergie
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.
B60N 2/427 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules à des fins particulières ou pour des véhicules particuliers le siège étant construit pour protéger son occupant des effets des forces d'accélération anormales, p. ex. sièges anticollision ou sièges de sécurité le siège ou ses parties constitutives se déplaçant lors d'une collision
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 ou barres omnibus pourvus de plusieurs points de connexion pour pièces complémentaires
B60R 16/033 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour l'alimentation des sous-systèmes du véhicule en énergie électrique caractérisé par l'utilisation de cellules électriques ou de batteries
H01R 13/533 - Socles ou boîtiers conçus pour l'emploi dans des conditions extrêmes, p. ex. haute température, rayonnements, vibrations, environnement corrosif, pression
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 - Dispositifs de couplage pour circuits imprimés flexibles, câbles plats ou à rubans ou structures similaires se raccordant à un autre câble à l'exclusion d'un câble plat ou à rubans
H01R 12/61 - Connexions fixes pour circuits imprimés flexibles, câbles plats ou à rubans ou structures similaires se raccordant à des circuits imprimés flexibles, à des câbles plats ou à rubans ou à des structures similaires
H01R 12/89 - Dispositifs de couplage raccordés avec une force d'insertion faible ou nulle moyens produisant une pression de contact, contacts activés après insertion des circuits imprimés ou des structures similaires agissant manuellement par déplacement linéaire des pièces du boîtier du connecteur, p. ex. coulisseau
H01R 13/436 - Fixation de plusieurs pièces de contact par une seule pièce de verrouillage
H01R 13/506 - SoclesBoîtiers composés de différentes pièces assemblées par enclenchement réciproque des pièces
H01R 13/514 - SoclesBoîtiers formés comme un bloc ou un assemblage modulaire, c.-à-d. composés de parties coopérantes pourvues de pièces de contact ou maintenant entre elles des pièces de contact
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 - SoclesBoîtiers formés comme un bloc ou un assemblage modulaire, c.-à-d. composés de parties coopérantes pourvues de pièces de contact ou maintenant entre elles des pièces de contact
H01R 13/639 - Moyens additionnels pour maintenir ou verrouiller les pièces de couplage entre elles après l'engagement
H01R 13/64 - Moyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect
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.
H01R 13/6597 - Caractéristiques ou dispositions spécifiques de raccordement du blindage aux organes conducteurs l'organe conducteur étant un contact du connecteur
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 - Dispositions pour ranger les éléments gonflables non utilisés ou à l'état dégonfléAgencement ou montage des composants ou modules des coussins gonflables dans les sièges du véhicule
B60R 21/215 - Dispositions pour ranger les éléments gonflables non utilisés ou à l'état dégonfléAgencement ou montage des composants ou modules des coussins gonflables caractérisés par le couvercle de l'élément gonflable
B60R 21/16 - Moyens gonflables de retenue ou d'immobilisation des occupants prévus pour se gonfler lors d'un choc ou en cas de choc imminent, p. ex. sacs gonflables
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 - Circuits de protection de sécurité pour déconnexion automatique due directement à un changement indésirable des conditions électriques normales de travail avec ou sans reconnexion Détails avec signalisation ou supervision additionnée à la déconnexion, p. ex. pour indiquer que l'appareil de protection a fonctionné
H02H 1/00 - Détails de circuits de protection de sécurité
H02H 3/06 - Circuits de protection de sécurité pour déconnexion automatique due directement à un changement indésirable des conditions électriques normales de travail avec ou sans reconnexion Détails avec reconnexion automatique
H02H 3/20 - Circuits de protection de sécurité pour déconnexion automatique due directement à un changement indésirable des conditions électriques normales de travail avec ou sans reconnexion sensibles à un excès de tension
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
23.
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 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour la transmission de signaux entre des parties ou des sous-systèmes du véhicule
B60N 2/02 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules le siège ou l'une de ses parties étant mobile, p. ex. réglable
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 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 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour connecter des conducteurs au moyen de pinces
H01R 43/26 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour engager ou séparer les deux pièces d'un dispositif de couplage
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 - Mécanismes produisant une puissance mécanique, non prévus ailleurs ou utilisant une source d'énergie non prévue ailleurs utilisant la dilatation ou la contraction des corps produites par le chauffage, le refroidissement, l'humidification, le séchage ou par des phénomènes similaires
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-tissés formés uniquement ou principalement de fils ou de matériaux filamenteux similaires de bonne longueur caractérisés par leur forme
D04H 3/05 - Non-tissés formés uniquement ou principalement de fils ou de matériaux filamenteux similaires de bonne longueur caractérisés par la méthode de formation des voiles ou couches, p. ex. par la réorientation des fils ou filaments dans un autre dessin, p. ex. zig-zag, sinusoïde
D04H 3/10 - Non-tissés formés uniquement ou principalement de fils ou de matériaux filamenteux similaires de bonne longueur caractérisés par la méthode de renforcement ou de consolidation avec liages faits mécaniquement entre fils et filaments
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.
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 48/355 - Transporteurs pour les objets extrudés
B29C 48/00 - Moulage par extrusion, c.-à-d. en exprimant la matière à mouler dans une matrice ou une filière qui lui donne la forme désiréeAppareils à cet effet
B29C 48/88 - Traitement thermique de l’écoulement de matière extrudée, p. ex. refroidissement
B29L 31/58 - Capitonnage ou coussins, p. ex. capitonnage ou rembourrage de véhicules
B65G 17/06 - Transporteurs comportant un élément de traction sans fin, p. ex. une chaîne transmettant le mouvement à une surface porteuse de charges continue ou sensiblement continue, ou à une série de porte-charges individuelsTransporteurs à chaîne sans fin dans lesquels des chaînes constituent la surface portant la charge avec une surface portante formée par une série de maillons, de plaques ou plates-formes reliés entre eux, p. ex. longitudinaux
B65G 17/26 - Transporteurs comportant un élément de traction sans fin, p. ex. une chaîne transmettant le mouvement à une surface porteuse de charges continue ou sensiblement continue, ou à une série de porte-charges individuelsTransporteurs à chaîne sans fin dans lesquels des chaînes constituent la surface portant la charge comportant plusieurs sections fonctionnant en association, p. ex. reliées entre elles par des pivots
33.
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 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules le siège ou l'une de ses parties étant mobile, p. ex. réglable le siège entier étant mobile coulissant
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.
B60N 2/90 - Détails ou éléments non prévus ailleurs
H01R 43/26 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour engager ou séparer les deux pièces d'un dispositif de couplage
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 - Dispositions de composants de circuits ou du câblage sur une structure de support sur châssis conducteurs
B60R 16/023 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour la transmission de signaux entre des parties ou des sous-systèmes du véhicule
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.
B60P 3/00 - Véhicules adaptés pour transporter, porter ou comporter des charges ou des objets spéciaux
B07C 3/08 - Appareillages caractérisés par les moyens utilisés en vue de la distribution utilisant des systèmes de transporteurs
B65G 1/12 - Dispositifs d'emmagasinage mécaniques avec supports ou porte-objets mobiles en circuit fermé pour faciliter l'insertion ou l'enlèvement des objets
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 - Détails ou éléments non prévus ailleurs
A47C 7/74 - Adaptations pour incorporer des lampes, des postes radios, des bars, des téléphones, des dispositifs de ventilation, de chauffage ou de refroidissement, ou analogues pour la ventilation, le chauffage ou le refroidissement
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 - Tissus caractérisés par l'incorporation par tricotage de fils de renforcement, de fils de liage ou de fils décoratifs, dans un ou plusieurs fils, nappe ou couche de tissuTricots incorporant de petits éléments auxiliaires, p. ex. à des fins décoratives
D04B 21/00 - Procédés de tricotage chaîne pour la production de tricots ou articles qui ne dépendent pas de l'emploi de machines particulièresTricots ou articles définis par de tels procédés
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
24 - Tissus et produits textiles
Produits et 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 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
Produits et 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 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
Produits et 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.
A method for producing a vehicle interior component may include heating a polymeric material to a molten state to create a molten polymer. The molten polymer may be extruded to form a plurality of molten polymeric filaments. A fastening arrangement may be inserted into the molten polymer, and the molten polymer may be cooled in a fluid bath to create a consolidated filament structure having the fastening arrangement secured thereto.
B29C 48/15 - Moulage par extrusion, c.-à-d. en exprimant la matière à mouler dans une matrice ou une filière qui lui donne la forme désiréeAppareils à cet effet incorporant des éléments ou des couches préformés, p. ex. moulage par extrusion autour d’inserts
B29C 48/05 - Moulage par extrusion, c.-à-d. en exprimant la matière à mouler dans une matrice ou une filière qui lui donne la forme désiréeAppareils à cet effet caractérisées par la forme à l’extrusion de la matière extrudée filamentaire, p. ex. fils
B29C 48/345 - Filières d’extrusion comprenant au moins deux orifices disposés de manière adjacente, pour extrusion simultanée de fils multiples, p. ex. pour faire des boulettes
B29C 48/88 - Traitement thermique de l’écoulement de matière extrudée, p. ex. refroidissement
B29L 31/30 - Véhicules, p. ex. bateaux ou avions, ou éléments de leur carrosserie
A clip for a cushion includes an attachment body defining an attachment surface, and a lead member for engaging a cushion including a stranded-mesh material. The lead member may have a curved profile for retaining the clip in the cushion, or include protrusions for engaging the polymer strands of the stranded-mesh material. The attachment surface includes an attachment feature thereon such that components and/or features (such as trim covers or comfort components) may be secured to the cushion via the clip. Thus, a seat assembly includes a cushion having a body of the stranded-mesh material, a feature or component to be connected with the cushion, and a clip engageable with the cushion having the attachment body and lead member, with the component or feature being attachable to the attachment body at the attachment surface.
F16B 2/20 - Clips, c.-à-d. dispositifs de fixation à serrage effectué uniquement par la résistance à la déformation inhérente au matériau dont est fait le dispositif
The application relates to an invisible cover tie-down. A retainer is used to attach a trim cover to a seat cushion. The retainer has a weakened region between a region that attached to the trim cover and a region that extends into a slot in the seat cushion. The weakened region may be formed by reducing the thickness, such as by debossing (removing a layer of material), or by providing fewer layers. Alternatively or additionally, it may be formed by perforations along a fold line.
A method is provided with a stranded mesh material blank inserted into a cavity of a tool assembly shaped to form a cushion member. Fluid is circulated above a first temperature threshold through a series of apertures defined in a forming surface of the tool assembly and into the cavity thereby softening the blank and conforming a shape of the blank to the forming surface. Fluid is circulated below a second temperature threshold through the series of apertures in the forming surface and into the cavity thereby setting the shape of the blank to the forming surface and forming a cushion member. A cushion for a seat assembly is provided by a stranded mesh material member. A system is provided with a first tool, a second tool, and one or more inlet manifolds.
B68G 15/00 - Dispositifs auxiliaires ou outils particuliers pour travaux de capitonnage
B29C 33/04 - Moules ou noyauxLeurs détails ou accessoires comportant des moyens incorporés de chauffage ou de refroidissement utilisant des liquides, des gaz ou de la vapeur d'eau
B68G 7/02 - Fabrication de capitonnages à partir de ouatages, molletons, matelas ou éléments analogues
An assembly includes a plurality of fluid bladders including at least a first fluid bladder and a second fluid bladder, and a fluid manifold in fluid communication with the plurality of bladders. The fluid manifold includes at least a first passage and a second passage. A first port fluidly connects the first fluid bladder to the first passage, a second port fluidly connects the second fluid bladder to the first passage, and a third port fluidly connects the second fluid bladder to the second passage. A first check valve is positioned in the second passage and is moveable between a first position, where fluid enters the third port and inflates the second fluid bladder, and a second position where fluid is directed through the third port to a vent.
A cushion, a manufacturing tool, and a method of manufacture. The cushion comprises a filament mesh structure that comprises a set of filaments. The tool includes a funnel and a corresponding extension that are configured to shape and cool the filament mesh structure, respectively. The method includes forming the filament mesh structure via the tool.
B29C 48/05 - Moulage par extrusion, c.-à-d. en exprimant la matière à mouler dans une matrice ou une filière qui lui donne la forme désiréeAppareils à cet effet caractérisées par la forme à l’extrusion de la matière extrudée filamentaire, p. ex. fils
B29C 48/355 - Transporteurs pour les objets extrudés
B29C 48/88 - Traitement thermique de l’écoulement de matière extrudée, p. ex. refroidissement
B29K 105/04 - Présentation, forme ou état de la matière moulée cellulaire ou poreuse
B29L 31/58 - Capitonnage ou coussins, p. ex. capitonnage ou rembourrage de véhicules
A method and apparatus includes a plurality of fluid bladders comprising at least a first fluid bladder and a second fluid bladder, and an actuator that is fluidly connected to the plurality of fluid bladders. The actuator selectively inflates the first fluid bladder and the second fluid bladder. A buffer bladder is fluidly connected to the first fluid bladder and the second fluid bladder via a plurality of one-way valves. A vent is fluidly connected to the plurality of fluid bladders, wherein the vent selectively deflates the first fluid bladder and the second fluid bladder.
An assembly includes at least one control fluid line, at least one bladder fluid line connectable to at least one bladder; and at least one pinch valve associated with the at least one bladder fluid line. The at least one pinch valve is selectively moveable to a bladder inflation position based on a pressure in the at least one control fluid line.
A method and apparatus includes a pump, at least one fluid bladder fluidly connected to the pump, the at least one fluid bladder moveable between an inflate state and a deflate state, and at least one valve downstream of the pump and the at least one fluid bladder. A connector is connected to the pump, the at least one fluid bladder, and the at least one valve. The pump selectively inflates the at least one fluid bladder to the inflate state, and the at least one valve selectively and actively deflates the at least one fluid bladder.
A segment of leather, and a color layer comprising a pigmented coating mixed with an irreversible thermochromic dye applied to the segment of leather. The irreversible thermochromic dye comprises a first portion that is activated to provide a visible marking on the segment of leather, and a second portion that is not activated in combination create a graphic image on the segment of leather. The disclosed method comprises conditioning a segment of cover material with a base coat, applying a color coating comprising an irreversible thermochromic dye and a pigmented coating to the segment of cover material, applying a top coating to the color coating, and embossing a graphic image in the color coating with a thermal embossing tool that is heated to a temperature causing a color change of the irreversible thermochromic dye by applying pressure to a first portion of the color coating.
An electrical assembly includes a conductor; a switch electrically connected to the conductor; and a control circuit connected to the switch, the control circuit including at least one of an electronic controller, a sensor, or a filter. The control circuit can be configured to operate the switch according to a maximum energy capacity of the conductor and a net energy of the conductor.
H02H 3/093 - Circuits de protection de sécurité pour déconnexion automatique due directement à un changement indésirable des conditions électriques normales de travail avec ou sans reconnexion sensibles à une surcharge avec des moyens de temporisation
H02H 3/07 - Circuits de protection de sécurité pour déconnexion automatique due directement à un changement indésirable des conditions électriques normales de travail avec ou sans reconnexion Détails avec reconnexion automatique et avec déconnexion permanente après un nombre prédéterminé de cycles de reconnexion
H02H 3/44 - Circuits de protection de sécurité pour déconnexion automatique due directement à un changement indésirable des conditions électriques normales de travail avec ou sans reconnexion sensibles aux taux de variation de quantités électriques
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
24 - Tissus et produits textiles
Produits et services
(1) 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.
(2) Fabrics for textile use; unfitted seat covers of textile.
A method and apparatus comprises a seat member base that includes a first substrate and a second. A living hinge couples the second substrate to the first substrate such that the second substrate is moveable between a closed position and a deployed workstation position. A magnetic closure selectively holds the second substrate to the first substrate in the closed position.
B60N 3/00 - Aménagements ou adaptations d'autres accessoires pour passagers, non prévus ailleurs
B60N 3/10 - Aménagements ou adaptations d'autres accessoires pour passagers, non prévus ailleurs de réceptacles pour nourriture ou boissons, p. ex. réfrigérés
A cushion, a manufacturing apparatus, and a method of manufacture. The cushion comprises a mesh member that comprises a set of filaments. Each member of the set of filaments is looped and bonded to at least one other member of the set of filaments. The mesh member defines a first side that comprises a repeating non-planar profile.
An air distribution system for a vehicle seat includes first and second sheets of thermos-plastic urethane, and a plurality of connectors. The first and second sheets of thermo-plastic urethane are joined together to form a plurality of fluid flow channels. Each fluid flow channel is fluidly connected to a massage bladder. Each connector includes a flange, a tube, and one or more protrusions. The flange is located between the first sheet and the second sheet within one of the fluid flow channels. The tube extends from a hole in the flange through a hole in the first sheet. The protrusions extend from the flange and partially surround the hole in the flange, separating the flange from the second sheet. A fluid pump is selectively fluidly connected to the tubes of the connectors by a valve network.
A stopper assembly for a seat track assembly, comprising: a base configured to be mounted to the seat track assembly; a lever configured to be movably connected to the base, wherein the lever is configured to: transition between a stopping position and a depressed position based on a contact of the lever with a seat assembly; engage with the seat assembly in the stopping position to restrict movement of the seat assembly along the seat track assembly; and disengage from the seat assembly in the depressed position to allow the movement of the seat assembly along the seat track assembly.
An electrical assembly comprises a body, an electrical terminal connected to the body and a bus bar electrically connected to the electrical terminal. The bus bar includes an aperture in which the electrical terminal is partially disposed. The bus bar includes a slot extending from the aperture. A second electrical terminal can be connected to the body. A second bus bar can be electrically connected to the second electrical terminal.
H01R 4/58 - Connexions conductrices de l'électricité entre plusieurs organes conducteurs en contact direct, c.-à-d. se touchant l'un l'autreMoyens pour réaliser ou maintenir de tels contactsConnexions conductrices de l'électricité ayant plusieurs emplacements espacés de connexion pour les conducteurs et utilisant des organes de contact pénétrant dans l'isolation caractérisées par la forme ou le matériau des organes de contact
H01R 43/02 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication, l'assemblage, l'entretien ou la réparation de connecteurs de lignes ou de collecteurs de courant ou pour relier les conducteurs électriques pour connexions soudées
66.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING A VEHICLE INTERIOR COMPONENT
An apparatus and method for producing a vehicle interior component may include creating a plurality of molten polymeric filaments, and applying a fluid stream to the molten filaments to impart the desired shape while in a bath to cool them to form a consolidated filament structure. An assembly, system, and method are provided for shaping a plurality of strands of a molten thermoplastic resin as a contoured unitary mesh product via at least one shaping conveyor. Another assembly, system, and method are provided for shaping a plurality of strands of a molten thermoplastic resin as a contoured unitary mesh product via an actuator assembly having one or more actuators.
Electrical connectors are described. An example electrical connector has a housing, a cover releasably attached to the housing, a first blade, and a second blade. The housing has housing first end, a housing second end, a connector portion, and defines a shoulder, a first passageway, a second passageway, and a projection. The first passageway and the second passageway are defined on the connector portion. The first blade is partially disposed within the first passageway and is attached to the housing. The first blade has a first blade second end disposed a first distance from the projection. The second blade is partially disposed within the second passageway and is attached to the housing. The second blade has a second blade second end disposed a second distance from the projection that is different than the first distance.
A modular contour adaptive channel assembly may include comprising a plurality of modules releasably and adjustably connected to one another in a chain-like manner to define a common cable channel. Each of the plurality of modules may include a base, a cover removably disposed on the base, and a cable passage defined between the cover and the base. The base may include a front connector, a rear connector, and a base fastener. The cover may include a cover fastener. The cover fastener and the base fastener may be engaged with one another releasably connecting the cover and base. Adjacent modules of the plurality of modules may be pivotably and releasably connected to one another via engagement of the front connector of a first module of the adjacent modules and the rear connector of a second module of the adjacent modules. The cable passages may collectively define the common cable channel.
H02G 3/04 - Tubes ou conduits de protection, p. ex. échelles à câbles ou goulottes de câblage
B60R 16/02 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques
F16L 3/015 - Supports pour tuyaux, pour câbles ou pour conduits de protection, p. ex. potences, pattes de fixation, attaches, brides, colliers pour supporter ou guider les tuyaux, les câbles ou les conduits de protection entre des points mobiles les uns par rapport aux autres, p. ex. canaux mobiles utilisant des éléments des guidage articulés ou souples
F16L 3/26 - Supports pour tuyaux, pour câbles ou pour conduits de protection, p. ex. potences, pattes de fixation, attaches, brides, colliers spécialement adaptés pour le support des tuyaux sur toute leur longueur, p. ex. chenal ou conduite de tuyaux
An electrical connector assembly having an assist lever pivotable to pull a first electrical connector into contact with a second electrical connector and a CPA member slidably mounted in the assist lever for selectively locking the assist lever in place relative to the first electrical connector. An electrical connector assembly having a spring terminal mountable within a main housing and retained by elastically flexible mounting latches. An electrical connector assembly having an outer electromagnetic shielding member mountable within the main housing and retained by elastically flexible retaining tabs.
H01R 13/629 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz
Electrical connectors are described. An example electrical connector has an electrical conductor and a housing. The housing is attached to the electrical conductor and has a first end, a second end, a top, a bottom, a first side, a second side, and a shield. The first side extends from the first end to the second end. The second side extends from the first end to the second end. The shield extends from the first side, away from the second side, and away from the top. The shield has a shield first side, a shield second side, a shield first end, and a shield second end. The shield first side extends from the shield first end to the shield second end and along the first side of the housing. The shield second side defines a terminal side of the shield.
An electrical assembly comprises a housing defining a housing interior, and an electrical terminal. The electrical terminal can include a first terminal portion disposed in the housing interior, and a second terminal portion disposed outside of the housing interior and including an eyelet. The housing can be overmolded on the electrical terminal.
B60R 16/023 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour la transmission de signaux entre des parties ou des sous-systèmes du véhicule
H01R 4/34 - Conducteurs logés sous la tête d'une vis
H01R 13/04 - Broches ou lames destinées à coopérer avec des alvéoles
72.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DEEP ANALYTICS AND STRATEGIC MONETIZATION OF BIOMEDICAL SENSOR DATA
In at least one embodiment, a system for assessing biometric information for an occupant in a vehicle is provided. The system includes a plurality of sensors and a controller. The plurality of sensors is positioned about a main cabin of the vehicle and being configured to provide the biometric information for the occupant in response to a stimulus and to transmit a first signal indicative of the biometric information. The controller is positioned in the vehicle and is configured to activate the stimulus in the vehicle and to receive the biometric information after the stimulus has been activated. The controller is further configured to transmit the biometric information to at least one of another controller in the vehicle or to a server that is remote from the vehicle to assess the biometric information to determine the effect of the stimulus on the occupant.
A61B 5/18 - Dispositifs pour l'exécution des tests de capacité pour conducteurs de véhicules
A61B 3/11 - Appareils pour l'examen optique des yeuxAppareils pour l'examen clinique des yeux du type à mesure objective, c.-à-d. instruments pour l'examen des yeux indépendamment des perceptions ou des réactions du patient pour mesurer la distance interpupillaire ou le diamètre de la pupille
A61B 3/113 - Appareils pour l'examen optique des yeuxAppareils pour l'examen clinique des yeux du type à mesure objective, c.-à-d. instruments pour l'examen des yeux indépendamment des perceptions ou des réactions du patient pour déterminer ou enregistrer le mouvement de l'œil
A61B 5/00 - Mesure servant à établir un diagnostic Identification des individus
A61B 5/0205 - Évaluation simultanée de l'état cardio-vasculaire et de l'état d'autres parties du corps, p. ex. de l'état cardiaque et respiratoire
A61B 5/021 - Mesure de la pression dans le cœur ou dans les vaisseaux sanguins
A61B 5/024 - Mesure du pouls ou des pulsations cardiaques
A61B 5/08 - Dispositifs de mesure pour examiner les organes respiratoires
A61B 5/16 - Dispositifs pour la psychotechnieTest des temps de réaction
A61M 21/00 - Autres dispositifs ou méthodes pour amener un changement dans l'état de conscienceDispositifs pour provoquer ou arrêter le sommeil par des moyens mécaniques, optiques ou acoustiques, p. ex. pour mettre en état d'hypnose
B60K 35/00 - Instruments spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement d’instruments dans ou sur des véhicules
B60Q 9/00 - Agencement ou adaptation des dispositifs de signalisation non prévus dans l'un des groupes principaux
G05B 19/042 - Commande à programme autre que la commande numérique, c.-à-d. dans des automatismes à séquence ou dans des automates à logique utilisant des processeurs numériques
G06Q 30/0201 - Modélisation du marchéAnalyse du marchéCollecte de données du marché
G06Q 30/0242 - Détermination de l’efficacité des publicités
G06V 40/18 - Caractéristiques de l’œil, p. ex. de l’iris
G09F 21/04 - Publicité visuelle mobile par des véhicules terrestres
G16H 40/67 - TIC spécialement adaptées à la gestion ou à l’administration de ressources ou d’établissements de santéTIC spécialement adaptées à la gestion ou au fonctionnement d’équipement ou de dispositifs médicaux pour le fonctionnement d’équipement ou de dispositifs médicaux pour le fonctionnement à distance
G16H 50/20 - TIC spécialement adaptées au diagnostic médical, à la simulation médicale ou à l’extraction de données médicalesTIC spécialement adaptées à la détection, au suivi ou à la modélisation d’épidémies ou de pandémies pour le diagnostic assisté par ordinateur, p. ex. basé sur des systèmes experts médicaux
G16H 50/70 - TIC spécialement adaptées au diagnostic médical, à la simulation médicale ou à l’extraction de données médicalesTIC spécialement adaptées à la détection, au suivi ou à la modélisation d’épidémies ou de pandémies pour extraire des données médicales, p. ex. pour analyser les cas antérieurs d’autres patients
This disclosure relates to a modular connector that can be selectively configured in accordance with a configuration of a given end-use mating interface that the connector is to be joined to. In an example, the connector includes a connector housing that has a group of terminal assembly cavities, and a group of terminal assemblies that are receivable in the terminal assembly cavities of the connector housing in a unique arrangement. The unique arrangement is selectable from a plurality of unique arrangements that correspond to different predetermined configurations of a mate interface.
H01R 13/514 - SoclesBoîtiers formés comme un bloc ou un assemblage modulaire, c.-à-d. composés de parties coopérantes pourvues de pièces de contact ou maintenant entre elles des pièces de contact
H01R 13/04 - Broches ou lames destinées à coopérer avec des alvéoles
The present application relates to a seat assembly and an adjustable armrest assembly. An adjustable armrest assembly may include an armrest mount, an armrest, and an armrest adjuster. The armrest may be adjustably connected to the armrest mount. The armrest adjuster may be pivotably connected to the armrest and the armrest mount. The armrest adjuster may be pivotably connectable to a seat of a seat assembly. The armrest adjuster may adjust the armrest relative to the armrest mount to (i) an extended position when said seat is adjusted to a first seat position and (ii) a retracted position when said seat is adjusted to a second seat position.
A method of making a mesh cushion. The method includes extruding a material through a plurality of filament forming openings in at least one die plate to form a plurality of filaments. The filaments may be at least partially submerged into a fluid to cool and harden the filaments into the mesh cushion.
B29C 48/00 - Moulage par extrusion, c.-à-d. en exprimant la matière à mouler dans une matrice ou une filière qui lui donne la forme désiréeAppareils à cet effet
B29C 48/05 - Moulage par extrusion, c.-à-d. en exprimant la matière à mouler dans une matrice ou une filière qui lui donne la forme désiréeAppareils à cet effet caractérisées par la forme à l’extrusion de la matière extrudée filamentaire, p. ex. fils
B29C 48/345 - Filières d’extrusion comprenant au moins deux orifices disposés de manière adjacente, pour extrusion simultanée de fils multiples, p. ex. pour faire des boulettes
An apparatus and method includes securing at least one decorative element to a trim cover to overlay at least a portion of a decorative seam, and securing a retainer to the trim cover and to a seat structure.
In at least one embodiment, a system is provided. The system includes a plurality of power phases, a first plurality of switches, a capacitive network, and at least one transformer. The plurality of power phases receives an alternating current input signal having a plurality of phases from a mains supply, each power phase including a pair of switches and receiving a corresponding phase of the AC input signal to generate a first voltage signal. The first plurality of switches generates a second voltage signal based at least on a capacitive voltage and the first voltage signal. The capacitive network provides the capacitance voltage to the first plurality of switches. The at least one transformer includes a center tap and provides a third voltage to a second plurality of switches based at least on the second voltage. The center tap is coupled to the mains supply through a neutral line input.
B60L 53/22 - Détails de structure ou aménagements des convertisseurs de charge spécialement adaptés pour recharger des véhicules électriques
B60L 55/00 - Dispositions relatives à la fourniture d'énergie emmagasinée dans un véhicule à un réseau électrique, c.-à-d. du véhicule au réseau [V2G]
H02M 7/797 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant alternatif en une puissance de sortie en courant continuTransformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant alternatif avec possibilité de réversibilité par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs
The present application relates to a striker assembly and a seat assembly. A striker assembly includes a motor, a worm screw operably coupled with the motor, a gear segment engaged with the worm screw, and a striker connected to the gear segment and configured for engagement with a latch of a seat back of the seat to adjustably couple the seat back with a mounting surface.
B60N 2/22 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules le siège ou l'une de ses parties étant mobile, p. ex. réglable le dossier étant réglable
B60N 2/02 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules le siège ou l'une de ses parties étant mobile, p. ex. réglable
79.
Bidirectional Charge Pump for DC Link Charging and Discharging
A system comprises a bus and a capacitive circuit. The bus connects a battery and an impedance. The capacitive circuit is connected to the bus between the battery and the impedance. The capacitive circuit charges the impedance by using current from the battery and discharges the impedance by discharging current from the impedance through the capacitive circuit. The capacitive circuit comprises a primary switch bridge comprising a high-side switch and a low-side switch, a secondary switch bridge comprising a high-side switch and a low-side switch, and a capacitor connected between the switch bridges.
H02M 3/07 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des résistances ou des capacités, p. ex. diviseur de tension utilisant des capacités chargées et déchargées alternativement par des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande
B60L 58/12 - Procédés ou agencements de circuits pour surveiller ou commander des batteries ou des piles à combustible, spécialement adaptés pour des véhicules électriques pour la surveillance et la commande des batteries en fonction de l'état de charge [SoC]
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
H02M 1/088 - Circuits spécialement adaptés à la production d'une tension de commande pour les dispositifs à semi-conducteurs incorporés dans des convertisseurs statiques pour la commande simultanée de dispositifs à semi-conducteurs connectés en série ou en parallèle
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
Produits et services
(1) 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.
(2) Vehicle climate-control system for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning; thermoelectric heaters and coolers for vehicles.
(3) 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 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
11 - Appareils de contrôle de l'environnement
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
Produits et services
(1) 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.
(2) Vehicle climate-control system for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning; thermoelectric heaters and coolers for vehicles.
(3) 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.
A cable retainer may include a base and a retention member. The base may include a platform, a fastener, a securing protrusion, and a securing protrusion opening disposed in the securing protrusion. The fastener may extend from the platform and may be engageable with a second object. The securing protrusion may extend from the platform and may be disposable through a portion of a flat cable. The retention member may include a wall and a retention member opening. The securing protrusion may be connectable to the wall to secure said flat cable between the platform and the retention member. When in an assembled configuration, the securing protrusion opening and the retention member opening may be at least partially aligned with one another and define a common passage to receive a connector to connect a first object to the base and the retention member.
An assembly comprises a plurality of fluid impermeable sheets that cooperate with each other to form one or more fluid chambers. The one or more fluid chambers are in fluid communication with a fluid supply passages, and a vibration motor is associated with the one or more fluid chambers.
A61H 23/02 - Massage par percussion ou vibration, p. ex. en utilisant une vibration ultrasoniqueMassage par succion-vibrationMassage avec des membranes mobiles à entraînement électrique ou magnétique
B60N 2/90 - Détails ou éléments non prévus ailleurs
An electrical connector system that has a base, a back cover, and a seal. The base has a housing that includes a first perimeter wall and a second perimeter wall spaced from the first perimeter wall. The first perimeter wall defines a first opening. The second perimeter wall defines a second opening. The back cover includes a plate configured to be secured against the second perimeter wall to cover the second opening and a seal securement flange that is configured to fit within the second perimeter wall when the back cover is in a closed position relative to the base. The seal extends around a perimeter of the seal securement flange, is retained by and movable with the back cover, and is configured to be elastically compressed between the seal securement flange and an inner surface of the second perimeter wall when the back cover is in the closed position.
A vehicle seat includes an anti-submarining feature which enhances the effectiveness of the lap belt. The seat includes a seat frame with two side rails joined by front and rear tubes. A trigger mechanism includes two arms pivotably supported by the front tube. The two arms support a cross tube. A flexible mat is supported by the cross tube and the rear tube. In normal operation, the arms are prevented from rotating about the front tube by cam lobes which contact a trigger rod. In a front collision, the occupant's inertia, acting through the flexible mat, deforms the trigger rod releasing the trigger mechanism. The cross tube pivots upward and rearward. A missile portion of the flexible mat moves downward.
An electrical connector assembly with a connector body, a slider, and a connector position assurance (CPA) element. The connector body has a CPA engagement recess. The slider has spaced apart side walls configured to operatively engage and telescopically slide longitudinally relative to the connector body and an end wall. The end wall including a CPA cavity configured to be aligned with and located adjacent to the CPA engagement recess when the end wall is located in a fully seated position adjacent to the connector body. The CPA element retained by and longitudinally slidable with the slider and telescopically slidable in a lateral direction relative to the CPA cavity. The CPA element has a catch configured to operatively engage the CPA engagement recess when the end wall is in the fully seated position and the CPA element is laterally slid into the CPA cavity into a final lock position.
H01R 13/641 - Moyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication du couplage incorrectMoyens pour empêcher, bloquer ou éviter le couplage incorrect par l'indication d'un engagement complet ou correct
H01R 13/629 - Moyens additionnels pour faciliter l'engagement ou la séparation des pièces de couplage, p. ex. moyens pour aligner ou guider, leviers, pression de gaz
87.
APPARATUS FOR DELAY COMPENSATION FOR A POWER CONVERSION DEVICE
In at least one embodiment, a system is provided. The system includes a first bridge circuit, at least one transformer, a second bridge circuit, and at least one controller. The first bridge circuit includes a first plurality of switches that receives a first voltage and provides a second voltage. The transformer provides a third voltage based on the second voltage. The second bridge circuit includes a second plurality of switches that provides a fourth voltage. The controller is programmed to selectively activate at least one of the first plurality of switches and at least one of the second plurality of switches based on a predetermined modulation scheme, wherein the predetermined modulation scheme. The predetermined modulation scheme is based on at least a number of turns of the transformer, the predetermined modulation scheme minimizing a delay in selectively activating the first plurality of switches and the second plurality of switches.
H02M 1/08 - Circuits spécialement adaptés à la production d'une tension de commande pour les dispositifs à semi-conducteurs incorporés dans des convertisseurs statiques
H02M 3/335 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu avec transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrodes de commande pour produire le courant alternatif intermédiaire utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs
A stopper assembly for a seat track assembly may include a base, a lever, and a spring. The base may be connectable to said seat track assembly. The lever may have a first end and a second end. The second end of the lever may be pivotably connected to the base. The spring may apply a biasing force to the lever and may bias the lever into a stopping position in which the first end of the lever limits movement of a first seat assembly mounted on said seat track assembly in a first direction via contacting said first seat assembly. The lever may be pivotable to a depressed position in which the first end of the lever does not limit movement of said first seat assembly in the first direction.
A clip, a seat assembly, and a method of manufacture. The clip is disposed in a cushion. The cushion may comprise a filament mesh structure. The clip has at least one barb that secures the clip to the cushion and at least one retention feature that secures a trim cover to the clip.
A cushion and system and method of manufacturing a cushion. The cushion includes a layer that is disposed on a side of a filament mesh structure that comprises a set of filaments. Each member of the set of filaments is looped and bonded to at least one other member of the set of filaments. The layer is bonded to at least some members of the set of filaments.
B29D 99/00 - Matière non prévue dans les autres groupes de la présente sous-classe
B29K 105/08 - Présentation, forme ou état de la matière moulée contenant des agents de renforcement, charges ou inserts de grande longueur, p. ex. ficelles, mèches, mats, tissus ou fils
A sensor assembly includes an electrical connector, a cable connected to the electrical connector, and a bracket. The electrical connector may include a pair of electrodes electrically connected to the cable. The electrical connector may be supported by the bracket such that the electrical connector is positioned about a bottom portion of the bracket. The pair of electrodes may be separated from each other and extend down from the electrical connector a length into a space provided below the electrical connector.
G01V 3/02 - Prospection ou détection électrique ou magnétiqueMesure des caractéristiques du champ magnétique de la terre, p. ex. de la déclinaison ou de la déviation fonctionnant par propagation de courant électrique
H01R 4/24 - Connexions utilisant des organes de contact pénétrant dans, ou transperçant, l'isolation ou les brins du câble
An electrical assembly comprises a track assembly; a conductor connected to the track assembly; an additional conductor connected to the track assembly; an identifier including a first terminal electrically connected to the conductor and a second terminal electrically connected to the additional conductor; and a component movably coupled with the track assembly, the component including a sensor configured to sense an electrical characteristic of the identifier.
G01R 27/02 - Mesure de résistances, de réactances, d'impédances réelles ou complexes, ou autres caractéristiques bipolaires qui en dérivent, p. ex. constante de temps
B60R 16/027 - Circuits électriques ou circuits de fluides spécialement adaptés aux véhicules et non prévus ailleursAgencement des éléments des circuits électriques ou des circuits de fluides spécialement adapté aux véhicules et non prévu ailleurs électriques pour la transmission de signaux entre des parties ou des sous-systèmes du véhicule entre des parties du véhicule mobiles l'une par rapport à l'autre, p. ex. entre le volant et la colonne de direction
An assembly includes a trim cover sized to be received on a seat cushion, whereby a gap is defined between a bottom front edge of the trim cover and a seat frame. A flap has an upper edge connected to the trim cover and a lower edge connectable to the seat frame. The flap conceals the gap. The flap is flexible such that the flap covers the gap when the seat cushion moves between an in-use position and a stowed position.
A method comprises disposing a trim piece on a first mold portion, clamping the trim piece to the first mold portion via a clamp, closing a second mold portion, injecting foam resin into a mold cavity and onto the trim piece, the mold cavity defined at least in part by the first mold portion and the second mold portion, and curing the foam resin to form a component. The component can comprise a back panel for a seatback of a vehicle seat.
B29C 45/00 - Moulage par injection, c.-à-d. en forçant un volume déterminé de matière à mouler par une buse d'injection dans un moule ferméAppareils à cet effet
B29C 45/14 - Moulage par injection, c.-à-d. en forçant un volume déterminé de matière à mouler par une buse d'injection dans un moule ferméAppareils à cet effet en incorporant des parties ou des couches préformées, p. ex. moulage par injection autour d'inserts ou sur des objets à recouvrir
An assembly is provided with a funnel having side walls extending from an entrance to an outlet, and a liner having one or more elastic panels. A system is provided with the assembly, a fluid bath, and a hose to direct fluid from the fluid bath onto the liner. 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 through the funnel. A stranded mesh material member is formed using the method. An apparatus and method for preparing a cushion body made of polymeric filaments is disclosed. The apparatus includes a shaping assembly having one or more dynamic portions for shaping the cushion body. The shaping assembly may include a funnel and movable sections with associated actuators cooperating to define and change the shape of an opening.
D04H 3/16 - Non-tissés formés uniquement ou principalement de fils ou de matériaux filamenteux similaires de bonne longueur caractérisés par la méthode de renforcement ou de consolidation avec liages produits par soudage entre fils thermoplastiques ou filaments avec liages entre filaments thermoplastiques produits en relation avec la formation des filaments, p. ex. suivant immédiatement l'extrusion
A47C 27/12 - Matelas à ressort, rembourrés ou à fluide spécialement adaptés pour chaises, fauteuils, lits ou canapés garnis d'un matériau fibreux, p. ex. en bois, en coton
D01D 5/08 - Méthodes de filage à partir de masses en fusion
D04H 3/07 - Non-tissés formés uniquement ou principalement de fils ou de matériaux filamenteux similaires de bonne longueur caractérisés par la méthode de formation des voiles ou couches, p. ex. par la réorientation des fils ou filaments autrement que dans un plan, p. ex. de manière tubulaire
A seat assembly comprises a frame assembly, including: a base frame; a seat bottom frame rotatably coupled with the base frame; and a seatback frame rotatably coupled to the base frame. The frame assembly can include a plurality of positions, including a reclined position, a design position, an easy-entry position, and a folded position. The seat bottom frame may be engaged with the base frame and/or the seatback frame in the reclined position and the design position. The seat bottom frame may be disengaged from the base frame and/or seatback frame in the folded position.
B60N 2/12 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules le siège ou l'une de ses parties étant mobile, p. ex. réglable le siège entier étant mobile coulissant et basculant
B60N 2/02 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules le siège ou l'une de ses parties étant mobile, p. ex. réglable
B60N 2/30 - Sièges indémontables susceptibles d'être gardés dans une position de non-utilisation, p. ex. strapontins
97.
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.
An assembly comprises a seat bottom and a seat back pivotally attached to the seat bottom. The seat back is pivotal between a fold-forward position and an in-use position. A headrest is pivotally attached to the seat back by a tilt mechanism and is pivotal between a folded position and an upright position via the tilt mechanism. The tilt mechanism pivots the headrest forward to the folded position in response to the seat back being pivoted to the fold-forward position. A headrest-return mechanism is operably coupled to the seat back and to the headrest, wherein the headrest-return mechanism actuates the headrest such that the headrest is pivoted from the folded position to the upright position in response to the seat back being pivoted from the fold-forward position to the in-use position.
B60N 2/874 - Appuis-tête mobiles ou réglables mobiles vers une position de non-utilisation ou de rangement
B60N 2/30 - Sièges indémontables susceptibles d'être gardés dans une position de non-utilisation, p. ex. strapontins
F16H 37/12 - Transmissions comportant principalement une transmission à engrenages ou à friction, des maillons ou des leviers, des cames, ou bien des organes appartenant à deux des trois types ci-dessus au moins
A climate-controlled seat including a foam portion having a recess in a surface, an air channel extending through the foam and having a first opening configured to engage with a seat ventilation system and an opposed second opening adjacent to and operatively engaging the recess; a pair of gaskets located in the recess, adjacent to and on opposite sides of the second opening, the gaskets configured to block airflow from the second opening into the laterally extending recess; and a seat trim covering the foam portion over the surface and attached to the foam portion along the recess to provide a trench in the seat trim adjacent to the recess.
A seat assembly, comprising: a seat base; a seat portion movably coupled to the seat base; and a seat portion adjuster coupled to the seat base and the seat portion, the seat portion adjuster including: a bracket connected to the seat base; a motor operably coupled to the bracket; and a linkage coupled to the seat portion, the bracket, and the motor.
B60N 2/90 - Détails ou éléments non prévus ailleurs
B60N 2/02 - Sièges spécialement adaptés aux véhiculesAgencement ou montage des sièges dans les véhicules le siège ou l'une de ses parties étant mobile, p. ex. réglable
