Toyota Boshoku has been granted a patent for a seat sliding device featuring a lower rail fixed to a vehicle floor and an upper rail that slides along it. The device includes a lock member, spring member, and operation lever, enhancing seat adjustability and locking mechanisms. GlobalData’s report on Toyota Boshoku 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 Toyota Boshoku, Autonomous seating was a key innovation area identified from patents. Toyota Boshoku's grant share as of July 2024 was 52%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
The patent US12059981B2 describes a seat sliding device designed for vehicles, featuring a lower rail fixed to the vehicle floor and an upper rail that slides longitudinally relative to the lower rail. The upper rail is equipped with a lock member that can be moved vertically to either lock or release the sliding movement. A spring member is integrated within the upper rail, consisting of a first and second fixing portion at each end, an attaching portion for the lock member, and two spring portions that urge the lock member into a locked position. The design includes specific hole portions in the side walls of the upper rail to accommodate the spring member, which is shaped to ensure a secure fit and effective operation.
Additionally, the patent outlines an assembling method for the spring member within the seat sliding device. This method involves a series of steps to position and secure the spring member components effectively. The first step includes retaining the attaching portion of the spring member to the lock member while positioning the first fixing portion outside the upper rail. Subsequent steps involve moving the first and second mounting portions into their respective hole portions while ensuring the spring member is elastically deformed as needed. The method emphasizes the use of jigs to facilitate the assembly process, ensuring that the components are correctly aligned and secured within the upper rail structure. This innovative design and assembly method aim to enhance the functionality and reliability of seat sliding mechanisms in vehicles.
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