Bias flap for air bag module

Details Bias flap for air bag module Bias flap for air bag module

1995-08-24

1997-02-18

Johnson, Brian L.

Land vehicles

Wheeled

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2807301, 280732, B60R 2120, B60R 2122

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056035233

ABSTRACT:
An air bag module includes an air bag and an inflator for generating gas to inflate the air bag. An air bag retainer is secured to the air bag. A bias flap is formed separate from the air bag and guides deployment of the air bag. The bias flap includes opposing side walls and at least one tether extending therebetween and connecting the side walls. The air bag and air bag retainer are located between the side walls of the bias flap and the tether extends beneath the air bag and air bag retainer to securely anchor the bias flap to the air bag during air bag deployment.

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