Autoliv has patented an innovative airbag assembly with integrated fastener/stiffener pieces for improved safety. The assembly includes a mounting plate with non-threaded fasteners that securely hold the airbag cushion in place without additional features. The design enhances stability and ease of installation in vehicles. GlobalData’s report on Autoliv gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Autoliv, Passive safety systems was a key innovation area identified from patents. Autoliv's grant share as of May 2024 was 57%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Integrated fastener/stiffener pieces for inflatable curtain airbag assemblies
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11999312B2) discloses an inflatable curtain airbag assembly designed to enhance vehicle safety. The assembly includes an airbag module with an inflatable curtain airbag cushion and a mounting plate for securing the module within a vehicle. The mounting plate features a non-threaded fastener that acts as a self-holding, insertable retaining device, eliminating the need for additional fasteners or coupling features. This innovative design allows for temporary placement of the airbag cushion without compromising safety. Additionally, the mounting plate is sewn to a fabric mounting tab on the airbag module, providing structural integrity and stability.
Furthermore, the patent details a method for mounting the inflatable curtain airbag module in a vehicle. The method involves aligning openings on a stiffener piece of the module with corresponding openings in the vehicle and using non-threaded fasteners, such as resilient pushpins, to temporarily secure the module in place. A threaded bolt is then inserted to permanently mount the module, ensuring long-term stability. By sewing the stiffener piece to a fabric tab on the airbag module, the method enhances the overall strength and durability of the assembly. This approach combines ease of installation with robust mounting capabilities, contributing to improved safety standards in vehicle design.
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