Method and apparatus for sensing seat occupant weight
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United States of America Patent
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Jan 24, 2006
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Feb 22, 2000
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Feb 24, 1999
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Abstract
A system for measuring the weight of a seat occupant is used to control airbag deployment. The system is incorporated into a vehicle seat supported on inboard and outboard track assemblies. The inboard and outboard track assemblies are mounted to a vehicle structure such that a center track portion remains unsupported. A first sensor assembly is mounted to the inboard track assembly and a second sensor assembly is mounted to the outboard track assembly. The first sensor assembly generates a first signal in response to measuring deflection of the inboard track assembly due to seat occupant weight. The second sensor assembly generates a second signal in response to measuring deflection of the outboard track assembly due to seat occupant weight. A central processor determines seat occupant weight based on the first and second signals. The central processor communicates with the airbag system to control the deployment of the airbag based on seat occupant weight.
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International Classification(s)
- 2000 Application Filing Year
- G01L Class
- 436 Applications Filed
- 206 Patents Issued To-Date
- 47.25 % Issued To-Date