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18200170. ARMREST FOR REAR CENTER SEAT OF VEHICLE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)

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ARMREST FOR REAR CENTER SEAT OF VEHICLE

Organization Name

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY

Inventor(s)

Suk Won Hong of Bucheon-si (KR)

Sang Hyeok Yun of Ulsan (KR)

Jong Seok Han of Suwon-si (KR)

Gil Ju Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)

Sang Man Seo of Suwon-si (KR)

Heung Suk Yang of Ansan-si (KR)

Jae Beom Park of Ansan-si (KR)

Eu Ddeum Yang of Siheung-si (KR)

Ji Hyun Kim of Ansan-si (KR)

ARMREST FOR REAR CENTER SEAT OF VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18200170 titled 'ARMREST FOR REAR CENTER SEAT OF VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

An armrest for a rear center seat of a vehicle includes a foam pad with a convenience device mounted in it to improve comfort and distribute load effectively.

  • The armrest has a concave portion that deforms upon impact, satisfying strength tests and enhancing passenger comfort.
  • The convenience device is integrated into the foam pad for added functionality and practicality.

Key Features and Innovation

  • Foam pad with integrated convenience device
  • Concave portion for load distribution and impact absorption
  • Improved comfort for passengers on the rear center seat

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in various vehicles with rear center seats to enhance passenger comfort and convenience during travel.

Problems Solved

  • Effective load distribution on the armrest
  • Improved comfort for passengers on the rear center seat

Benefits

  • Enhanced comfort for passengers
  • Improved functionality with integrated convenience device
  • Increased durability and strength due to load distribution design

Commercial Applications

  • Automotive industry: Implementing in vehicles with rear center seats
  • Furniture industry: Incorporating similar technology in armrest designs

Prior Art

Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on armrest designs for vehicle seats and comfort-enhancing features in automotive interiors.

Frequently Updated Research

Research on materials and designs for armrests in vehicle seats, as well as advancements in comfort features for passengers, may be relevant to this technology.

Questions about Armrest for Rear Center Seat

How does the concave portion of the foam pad improve load distribution?

The concave portion of the foam pad is designed to deform upon impact, effectively distributing the load and enhancing the armrest's strength and comfort for passengers.

What are the potential commercial applications of this technology beyond vehicles?

The technology can also be applied in the furniture industry to improve armrest designs for various seating arrangements, enhancing comfort and convenience for users.


Original Abstract Submitted

An armrest for a rear center seat of a vehicle includes a foam pad for the rear armrest and a convenience device mounted in the foam pad. The foam pad has formed therein a concave portion configured to induce deformation due to impact and distribute load at a portion in contact with the convenience device so as to satisfy the static strength test on a center headrest for the rear center seat, and at the same time, improve comfort of a passenger seated on the rear center seat.

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