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SEAT BELT SYSTEM WITH BUCKLE LATCH AND TENSION SENSOR

  • US 20130207442A1
  • Filed: 02/14/2012
  • Published: 08/15/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/14/2012
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A seat belt buckle assembly configured for use in a vehicle seat belt system, wherein the assembly comprises:

  • a magnet; and

    a magnetic sensor configured to determine displacement of the magnet relative to the magnetic sensor, wherein the seat belt buckle assembly is configured to cause a first displacement in response to engagement of a seat belt tongue with the assembly and cause a second displacement in response to tension on a seat belt webbing, wherein the second displacement is distinct from the first displacement.

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