Airbelt inflator

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2005-02-08

2005-02-08

Carone, Michael J. (Department: 3641)

Ammunition and explosives

Jacketed or cartridge gas generator

C102S531000, C280S741000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06851373

ABSTRACT:
An airbelt inflator (10) is provided for supplying and directing gas from the combustion of pyrotechnic materials into an inflatable safety belt or airbag. The airbelt inflator (10) includes a substantially cylindrical body (12). One or more ledges (26, 42) are defined by the junctions of inner walls (34, 36, and38) wherein each ledge (26, 42) functions to retain an inner inflator component. In another aspect of the invention, an enhancer disc (56) features a metallic density greater than an associated filter (48) whereby tailoring of the density of the metallic disc (56) facilitates a quick and easy method of modifying the gas flow exiting the inflator (10).

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