18460816. APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VERIFYING VEHICLE SEAT ANTI-PINCH simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)

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APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VERIFYING VEHICLE SEAT ANTI-PINCH

Organization Name

KIA CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Kug Hun Han of Seoul (KR)

Yohan Kim of Ansan-si (KR)

Donghoon Lee of Seoul (KR)

Jae Myung Hur of Seoul (KR)

Jong Ho Lim of Siheung-si (KR)

Hyun Tae Lee of Incheon (KR)

Han Jin Kim of Suwon-si (KR)

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VERIFYING VEHICLE SEAT ANTI-PINCH - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18460816 titled 'APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VERIFYING VEHICLE SEAT ANTI-PINCH

Simplified Explanation

The embodiment apparatus described in the abstract is a device used for verifying the anti-pinch feature of a vehicle seat. Here are some key points to explain the patent/innovation:

  • Base with assembly holes
  • Seat mounting unit on the base
  • Seat mounted on the seat mounting unit
  • Support structure at the rear of the seat mounting unit
  • Measurement unit with pressure measuring device
  • Pressure measuring device movable to measuring points corresponding to passenger body parts
  • Measurement of physical contact and pressing force on the seat

Potential Applications

The technology can be used in the automotive industry to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers by verifying the anti-pinch feature of vehicle seats.

Problems Solved

This technology helps in preventing accidents or injuries caused by the seat pinching passengers, especially in scenarios where the seat automatically adjusts its position.

Benefits

- Enhanced safety for passengers - Improved comfort during travel - Compliance with safety regulations in the automotive industry

Potential Commercial Applications

"Vehicle Seat Anti-Pinch Verification Apparatus: Commercial Applications"

Possible Prior Art

There may be similar devices used for testing the anti-pinch feature of vehicle seats, but specific details about prior art are not provided in the abstract.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact the overall design of vehicle seats?

The article does not delve into how the integration of this technology may affect the design and functionality of vehicle seats.

Are there any potential drawbacks or limitations to using this apparatus?

The potential drawbacks or limitations of using this apparatus are not discussed in the article.


Original Abstract Submitted

An embodiment apparatus for verifying a vehicle seat anti-pinch includes a base including a plurality of assembly holes, a seat mounting unit assembled to an upper portion of the base through the assembly holes, a seat mounted to an upper portion of the seat mounting unit, a support structure assembled at a rear of the seat mounting unit, and a measurement unit assembled to the upper portion of the base through the assembly holes, the measurement unit including a pressure measuring device movably mounted to a number of measuring points corresponding to main body parts of a passenger in a rear seat by the support structure, wherein the measurement unit is configured to measure a physical contact with the seat and a pressing force through the pressure measuring device.