Patent ID: 7934749
Filing Date: 2011-05-03
Classification: B60R,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A gas generator comprising: a first flexible housing defining an interior; a gas generant material positioned in the interior so as to enable contact between the first housing and the gas generant material prior to activation of the gas generator; and a first flexible, porous covering in contact with a substantial portion of an exterior surface of the first housing prior to activation of the gas generator; a second flexible housing defining an interior, the second housing having an exterior surface, and; a second flexible porous covering in contact with a substantial portion of the exterior surface of the second housing, wherein the first housing and the first flexible covering are positioned within the second housing interior, and wherein the gas generator further comprises at least one orifice formed along the second housing whereby generated gases are conveyed from the second housing into an associated airbag.