Seat bolster adjustment apparatus and method

Details Seat bolster adjustment apparatus and method Seat bolster adjustment apparatus and method

2006-10-24

2006-10-24

Cuomo, Peter M. (Department: 3636)

Chairs and seats

Bottom or back with means to alter contour

Providing support for the sides of a seated occupant

C297S284100, C297S411300, C297S284300

Reexamination Certificate

active

07125077

ABSTRACT:
An active bolster adjustment apparatus for use in vehicle seats includes a mounting plate connected with the vehicle seat. An adjustable bolster slider is in sliding communication with the mounting plate, and has an adjustment arm and a pressure surface. A drive unit having an actuator and a gear set and the gear set is in direct communication with the adjustable bolster slider.

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