Frame-based occupant weight estimation apparatus having...

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2006-01-17

2006-01-17

Gibson, Randy W. (Department: 2841)

Weighing scales

Structural installation

Furniture or room fixture

C180S273000, C280S735000, C073S768000, C073S775000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06987229

ABSTRACT:
A frame-based occupant weight estimation apparatus for a vehicle seat includes a compliant linkage assembly that translates vertically applied seat loads to a horizontal plane, where the horizontal forces are measured by a set of force sensors. A compliant member, which may be a spring or a linkage arm, preloads the force sensors to enable off-loading detection, and an overload device securely anchors the seat to the vehicle floor without interfering with normal load measurement.

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