Adaptive energy absorption system for a vehicle seat

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8401740
APP PUB NO 20100179730A1
SERIAL NO

12661435

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An adaptive energy absorption system for a vehicle seat that functions in dual-modes, including a primary mode during severe (shock event) operation and a secondary mode during normal (non-shock event) operation. When operating in primary mode, the present system automatically adjusts a VPEA in real-time to keep loads transmitted to the occupant's body below acceptable injury threshold levels, and can recover to perform said function for multiple shock events. When operating in secondary mode the system reduces vehicle vibration transmitted to the occupant, thereby reducing fatigue and increasing situational awareness.

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INNOVITAL LLC3901 CALVERTON BOULEVARD # 155 CALVERTON MD 20705

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Hiemenz, Gregory J Silver Spring, US 9 191
Kothera, Curt Crofton, US 7 41
Wereley, Norman M Potomac, US 15 313

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