Adient has been granted a patent for a seat slide device that allows for smooth sliding movement of a vehicle seat. The device includes a unique bracket and support bracket configuration, along with a towel bar for added functionality. The design ensures efficient and controlled seat adjustments. GlobalData’s report on Adient gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Seat slide device for vehicle seats with towel bar integration
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11993183B2) discloses a seat slide device designed for vehicles. The device consists of an inner slider and an outer slider, each comprising fixed and movable rails, a bracket with a swing mechanism, a support bracket with a hinge part for rotational movement, and a movement restricting portion. Additionally, a towel bar is connected to the support brackets of both sliders. The support bracket's rotation is controlled by the hinge part, allowing integrated lifting or independent lowering of the support bracket and bracket when the towel bar is lifted or lowered, respectively.
Furthermore, the seat slide device includes a biasing member in each inner and outer slider to ensure the support bracket remains in a rotational position of the normal orientation with respect to the bracket. This feature enhances the stability and functionality of the device, providing a reliable mechanism for adjusting the seat position in vehicles. Overall, the patented seat slide device offers a unique and efficient solution for seat adjustment in vehicles, incorporating innovative design elements to improve user experience and convenience.
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