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Profile tuner panel for inflatable cushions

  • US 20040012182A1
  • Filed: 07/22/2002
  • Published: 01/22/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/22/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An inflatable cushion for use in a passenger restraint system deployed in an inner surface of a vehicle comprising:

  • a front panel;

    at least one body panel; and

    a profile tuner panel;

    wherein said front panel is attached to said at least one body panel, and wherein said front panel is the primary impact area for said passive restraint system;

    wherein said profile tuner panel is also attached to said body panel and connects said body panel to said inner surface when said inflatable cushion inflates;

    wherein said inflatable cushion rotates upon inflation in a manner in part controlled by the shape of said profile tuner panel.

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