Orientationless squib connector assembly for automotive air bag assemblies
CA 2255239 C · Owner: Rhein, David J. · Inventors: Rhein, David J.; Gauker, Bradford K.
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An orientationless squib connector for an automotive air bag assemblies is disclosed. The squib connector includes a connector configured to fit within a squib socket. A connector position assurance member (CPA) is mounted on the connector body for movement between an open position and a closed position. The CPA includes an abutment member positioned to abut against a portion of the connector body to prevent movement of the connector position assurance member out of the open position. The CPA also includes a flexural member configured to abut against the socket to deflect the flexural member and the abutment member out of abutment with the portion of the connector body whereby the, …
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- Filed December 3, 1998 and granted October 8, 2002. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended December 3, 2018.
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