US 2021/0170979 A1 · DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE COUPLING ASSEMBLIES

Abstract

Airbag module coupling interfaces, assemblies, and related methods. Some embodiments may comprise one or more springs each defining a perimeter comprising at least three sides, wherein a first side of which may extend opposite a second side and may be at least partially angled towards the second side at an acute angle. A third side of the spring may connect the first and second sides. A spring mounting structure may be provided and may comprise a guiding interface for coupling the spring to the steering wheel. An opening in the guiding interface may be configured to receive a coupling prong, which may be configured to engage the third side of the spring.

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Dependent claims

A coupling assembly for coupling a driver airbag module to a steering wheel, the coupling assembly comprising:

a spring defining a perimeter comprising at least three sides, wherein a first side of the at least three sides extends opposite a second side of the at least three sides, wherein the first side is at least partially angled towards the second side at an acute angle, and wherein the first and second sides of the spring are connected along a third side of the at least three sides of the spring;
a spring mounting structure providing a guiding interface for coupling the spring to the steering wheel;
and
an opening configured to receive a coupling prong, wherein the coupling prong is configured to engage the third side of the spring.

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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.

Driver airbag module coupling assemblies

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Abstract

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