Ford Motor. has filed a patent for a vehicle seating assembly with displaceable panels in the seatback that can move between stored and deployed positions in response to an actuation force. The design includes displacement limiters and biasing members for controlled movement. GlobalData’s report on Ford Motor 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 Ford Motor, Hydrogen fuel cells was a key innovation area identified from patents. Ford Motor's grant share as of January 2024 was 61%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Vehicle seating assembly with displaceable panels for seatback
The patent application (Publication Number: US20240034202A1) describes a vehicle seating assembly with innovative features. The assembly includes a frame with back walls formed by displaceable panels that can move between stored and deployed positions in response to an actuation force on the seatback. The design also incorporates displacement limiters and biasing members to facilitate the movement of the panels.
Furthermore, the seating assembly includes hinge assemblies, foam cushions, and frame members to enhance the overall functionality and comfort of the seating arrangement. The patent application details the specific configurations of the frame, panels, displacement limiters, and support members, highlighting the unique design elements that set this vehicle seating assembly apart. Overall, the patent application showcases a novel approach to creating a versatile and ergonomic seating solution for vehicles, emphasizing both practicality and user experience.
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