Haleh Ghalambor

US Patent:

62134981, Apr 10, 2001

Filed:

Mar 10, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/266098

Inventors:

Haleh Ghalambor - Ann Arbor MI
Satoshi Mikutsu - Ann Arbor MI
Takeaki Kato - Okazaki, JP
Koichi Suzuki - Nishikamo-gun, JP

Assignee:

Toyota Technical Center USA, Inc. - Ann Arbor MI
Toyota Motor Corporation

International Classification:

B60R 2116
B60R 2122

US Classification:

2807302

Abstract:

An air bag deployment apparatus for a seat back includes a support bracket and deployment strap. The support bracket has a reaction surface which extends behind the air bag inflator. The deployment strap is sewn to the inside of a seam line, a trim cover, and extends from the front of the seat along the side to an aperture formed in a foam cushion. The strap passes through the cushion to the reaction surface of the support bracket. The support bracket may be formed with panels which parallel the alignment of the strap. The strap is supported without slack to reduce the gas force necessary for stable deployment of the air bag.