Patent ID: 6481744
Filing Date: 2002-11-19
Classification: B60R

Abstract:
A support system for a folded inflatable air bag cushion, the support system extending over an area within tie occupant compartment of a transportation vehicle, the support system comprising:a pliable cradle element secured in substantially fixed relation to a first support surface, the cradle element including a first segment extending away from the first support surface inboard of the folded inflatable air bag cushion and a second segment extending about 90 degrees or greater away from the first segment in underlying supporting relation to the folded inflatable air bag cushion, the second segment including an attachment surface releasably attached to a second support surface, such that the cradle element defines a supporting sling extending about 180 degrees or greater around the folded inflatable air bag cushion and such that upon inflation of the folded inflatable air bag cushion, the cradle element is detached from the second support surface and moved out of cradling relation around the inflatable air bag cushion.