Thermal module for climate-controlled seat assemblies

Details Thermal module for climate-controlled seat assemblies Thermal module for climate-controlled seat assemblies

2011-06-28

2011-06-28

Jones, Melvin (Department: 3744)

Refrigeration

Using electrical or magnetic effect

Thermoelectric; e.g., peltier effect

Reexamination Certificate

active

07966835

ABSTRACT:
A climate control device includes a first and a second thermal module. The first module is configured to provide climate conditioned air to a first portion of a seat. The second module is configured to provide climate conditioned air to a second portion of the seat. A control system is provided for controlling the climate control device. The control system includes an input device for providing a set point for the system. A first control unit of the control system is provided for the first thermal module and a second control unit is provided for the second thermal module.

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