Seat belt retractor with integrally formed frame

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11113916

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A seat belt retractor (20) characterized by low mass and low operating noise, resistant to dust, moisture, and corrosion comprising: an integrally formed, quadrilaterally shaped main body portion (24). In the preferred embodiment of the invention the frame is injection molded using 50% or greater long glass fiber plastic or die cast or injection molded metal. A spring housing wall and wall of a mechanism cover are also integrally formed in the sides of the retractor. Positioned within the spring housing wall is a spring coil guide, as well as an integrally formed anchor, which is used to hold the outer end of a rewind spring. The mechanism side of the frame further includes an integrally formed post or pin to pivotally support a locking pawl.

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KOHLNDORFER KENNETH HNot Provided

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Arnold, David R Macomb Township, MI 28 481
Boelstler, Richard A Lake Orion, MI 19 325
Kohlndorfer, Kenneth H Roseville, MI 29 444
Lane, Wendell C JR Romeo, MI 4 14
Richards, Susan A Sterling Heights, MI 9 218
Seitzman, Markell Orchard Lake, MI 12 235

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