Hyundai motor company (20240092243). HEADREST DEVICE FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract

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HEADREST DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Organization Name

hyundai motor company

Inventor(s)

Tae Hee Won of Uiwang-Si (KR)

Jun Ho Lee of Yongin-Si (KR)

Hae Il Jeong of Incheon (KR)

Hyun Kim of Hwaseong-Si (KR)

HEADREST DEVICE FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240092243 titled 'HEADREST DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a headrest device for a vehicle that includes a stationary headrest portion coupled to a seatback and a movable headrest portion that can slide vertically in front of the stationary headrest portion.

  • Stationary headrest portion coupled to seatback
  • Movable headrest portion slides vertically in front of stationary headrest portion
  • Actuator causes movable headrest portion to slide

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in various vehicles, such as cars, trucks, buses, and even airplanes, to provide adjustable head and neck support for occupants.

Problems Solved

The headrest device solves the problem of discomfort and lack of proper head and neck support during long drives or rides, reducing the risk of neck strain and injury.

Benefits

- Improved comfort for vehicle occupants - Adjustable head and neck support - Reduced risk of neck strain and injury during travel

Potential Commercial Applications

The technology can be utilized by automotive manufacturers to enhance the comfort and safety features of their vehicles, making them more attractive to consumers looking for ergonomic design elements.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be adjustable headrests in vehicles that offer some level of customization but may not have the same sliding mechanism as described in this patent application.

Unanswered Questions

How does the actuator operate to move the movable headrest portion?

The actuator is mentioned in the abstract, but the specific mechanism of how it causes the movable headrest portion to slide vertically is not detailed. It would be interesting to know if it is a motorized system or a manual one.

What materials are used in the construction of the headrest device?

The abstract does not mention the materials used in the construction of the headrest device. Knowing the materials could provide insights into the durability and cost-effectiveness of the technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

disclosed is a headrest device for a vehicle. the headrest device may include a stationary headrest portion coupled to a seatback of the vehicle and formed to extend upwards. the stationary headrest portion may be located at a rear of a head of an occupant. the headrest device may include a movable headrest portion coupled to the stationary headrest portion so as to be slidable in a vertical direction, the movable headrest portion may be located in front of the stationary headrest portion. the headrest device may include an actuator including a first side coupled to the fixed part, and a second side coupled to the movable headrest portion. the actuator may be configured to cause the movable headrest portion to slide in the vertical direction.