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Pre-folded airbag cushion with optional venting for out-of-position conditions

  • US 20080073891A1
  • Filed: 09/27/2006
  • Published: 03/27/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/27/2006
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An airbag module, comprising:

  • an inflatable airbag cushion having a cushion membrane;

    at least one closeable vent; and

    a cord anchored to the cushion membrane of the inflatable airbag cushion and having a vent portion positioned at the closeable vent such that upon deployment of the inflatable airbag cushion with obstruction, the cord does not fully extend and the vent remains open, and upon deployment of the inflatable airbag cushion without obstruction, the cord extends and at least partially closes the vent;

    wherein the cord is anchored to the cushion membrane at a region of the cushion membrane which is folded to have at least one fold, andwherein the fold is held in place by a releasable temporary holding feature.

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