18099426. VEHICLE SEAT simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)
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VEHICLE SEAT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Ho Suk Jung of Hwaseong-si (KR)
VEHICLE SEAT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18099426 titled 'VEHICLE SEAT
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure describes a vehicle seat that maintains matchability with a luggage box when folded and allows for a relax mode and a backward relax mode.
- The vehicle seat includes a tilting link that tilts a front portion of the seat cushion upwards/downwards.
- It also includes a sliding bracket with one end connected to the seat via a hinge structure, allowing the seat to tilt around the hinge structure, and the other end connected to slide forwards/backwards.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various vehicles such as cars, buses, and trains to provide passengers with adjustable seating options for comfort during travel.
Problems Solved
1. Maintains matchability with luggage boxes when the seat is folded, optimizing space usage in vehicles. 2. Allows for a relax mode and a backward relax mode, enhancing passenger comfort during long journeys.
Benefits
1. Improved comfort for passengers during travel. 2. Efficient use of space in vehicles. 3. Versatile seating options for different preferences.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Adjustable Vehicle Seat Technology for Enhanced Passenger Comfort" could be used in the automotive industry for designing innovative seating solutions in vehicles to attract customers looking for comfort and convenience during travel.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be adjustable vehicle seats with tilting mechanisms, but the specific combination of features described in this disclosure may be novel and inventive.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall weight of the vehicle?
The article does not mention any details about the weight implications of implementing this technology in vehicles.
What materials are used in the construction of the tilting link and sliding bracket?
The article does not provide information on the specific materials used in the construction of these components.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present disclosure relates to a vehicle seat wherein matchability with a luggage box is maintained when the seat is folded, and a relax mode and a backward relax mode can be implemented. The vehicle seat according to the present disclosure includes: a tilting link configured to tilt a front portion of a seat cushion upwards/downwards; and a sliding bracket having one end to which a seat is connected by a hinge structure such that the seat is tilted around the hinge structure, the other end of the sliding bracket being connected so as to slide forwards/backwards.
