Lawrence M Richards

US Patent:

49730835, Nov 27, 1990

Filed:

Dec 12, 1989

Appl. No.:

7/448852

Inventors:

Lawrence O. Richards - Hudson FL
Sue Richards - Hudson FL

International Classification:

B60R 2200

US Classification:

280801

Abstract:

A seatbelt construction that includes parallel, vertically aligned strap members that tightly overlie the back part of a seat. The vertical strap members are spaced about shoulder width apart and are interconnected by a third strap member. In a first embodiment, the third strap is horizontally disposed at any preselected height along the extent of the parallel strap members. In a second embodiment, the opposite ends of the third strap are pivotally connected to the parallel straps so that the third strap can be angled from the horizontal when interconnecting the parallel straps. Both embodiments safely secure the passenger without relying on lap belts.