Seat assembly and support assembly

Abstract

Seat assemblies and support assemblies are described. The seat assembly includes a seat base connected to the rail via a support assembly having a first member and a second member. The first component can be selectively connected with the track; and / or the first member may include a protrusion and / or an edge portion. The second member may be connected with the seat base, and / or the second member may include a first protrusion and / or a second protrusion. Further, the first member and the second member restrict movement of the seat base relative to the rail via contact between the protrusion and the first protrusion and / or contact between the edge portion and the second protrusion.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure generally relates to seat assemblies, including seat assemblies having support components that, when an external force is applied to the seat assembly, can, for example, at least partially restrict the movement of the seat assembly. Background Technology

[0002] Seating assemblies may include seat bases attached to rails. Such seating assemblies present several problems. For example, when subjected to excessive forces due to vehicle collisions and / or impacts from unsecured luggage, some components of the vehicle seating assembly may bend and / or break, potentially leading to mechanical or structural failure. Utility Model Content

[0003] This disclosure includes, but is not limited to, the following embodiments:

[0004] 1. A seat assembly comprising: a seat base connected to a track via a support assembly, the support assembly comprising: a first member selectively connected to the track, the first member including a protrusion and an edge portion; and a second member fixedly connected to the seat base, the second member including a first protrusion and a second protrusion; wherein the first member and the second member restrict movement of the seat base relative to the track via contact between the protrusion and the first protrusion and contact between the edge portion and the second protrusion.

[0005] 2. The seat assembly according to Embodiment 1, wherein the seat base includes a transverse member, and the second member is fixedly connected to the transverse member.

[0006] 3. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the second member is generally planar.

[0007] 4. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the protrusion of the first member is hook-shaped and extends outward toward the second member.

[0008] 5. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the first member includes a base portion and a wing portion; and the wing portion extends outwardly from the base portion.

[0009] 6. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the base portion contacts the track, and the wing extends perpendicular to the base portion.

[0010] 7. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the wing is triangular.

[0011] 8. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the base portion is planar and the base portion is in planar contact with the track.

[0012] 9. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the wing includes a first hole disposed in the base portion; and the first hole is operable to at least partially receive a fastener connecting the first member to the track.

[0013] 10. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the first member includes a second hole disposed in the wing; and the second hole is disposed between the protrusion and the edge portion of the first member.

[0014] 11. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the second hole is operable to at least partially receive a fastener, thereby restricting movement between the first member and the second member.

[0015] 12. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the edge portion of the first member is laterally displaced from the wing toward the base portion in an offset configuration.

[0016] 13. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the second member is fixed to the transverse member at a first end; the first protrusion extends from the second end; and the first end is disposed opposite to the second end.

[0017] 14. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the first protrusion of the second member is at least partially bent in a direction away from the first member.

[0018] 15. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the second protrusion of the second member extends vertically outward from the second member toward the first member.

[0019] 16. The seat assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the second member includes a gap disposed adjacent to the first protrusion; and the gap may be configured to at least partially receive the protrusion of the first member.

[0020] 17. A support assembly comprising: a first member selectively connected to a first mounting surface, the first member including a protrusion and an edge portion; a second member fixedly connected to a second mounting surface, the second member including a first protrusion and a second protrusion; wherein the first member includes a first hole coaxially aligned with a second hole of the second member; the first hole and the second hole being coaxially aligned to at least partially receive a fastener connecting the first member and the second member; and contact between the protrusion and the first protrusion and contact between the edge portion and the second protrusion restricts movement of the first mounting surface relative to the second mounting surface.

[0021] 18. The support assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the first member includes a base portion and a wing extending vertically from the base portion; the protrusion extends away from the base portion; and the edge portion is laterally displaced from the wing.

[0022] 19. The support assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein a first end of the second member is welded to the second mounting surface; the first protrusion extends from a second end of the second member; and the first end is opposite to the second end.

[0023] 20. The support assembly according to any one of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the second protrusion of the second member extends vertically outward in the direction toward the wing. Attached Figure Description

[0024] While the claims are not limited to the specific illustrations, an understanding of the various aspects can be obtained through the discussion of various examples. The drawings are not necessarily to scale, and certain features may be exaggerated or omitted to better illustrate and explain the inventive aspects of the examples. Furthermore, the exemplary illustrations described herein are not exhaustive or otherwise limiting, and the embodiments are not limited to the precise forms and configurations shown in the drawings or disclosed in the detailed description below. The exemplary illustrations are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a perspective view illustrating an embodiment of a seat assembly with support components in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure.

[0026] Figure 2 This is a side view that generally illustrates an embodiment of a seat assembly with a support component in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure.

[0027] Figure 3 This is a perspective view illustrating an embodiment of a support component for a seat assembly according to the teachings of this disclosure.

[0028] Figure 4 This is a perspective view that generally illustrates an embodiment of a seat assembly with a support component in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure.

[0029] Figure 5 This is a perspective view illustrating an embodiment of a seat assembly with support components in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure.

[0030] Figure 6 This is a side sectional view that generally illustrates an embodiment of a support assembly having a first member and a second member in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0031] Reference will now be made in detail to embodiments of the present disclosure, examples of which are described herein and illustrated in the accompanying drawings. While the present disclosure will be described in conjunction with embodiments and / or examples, such embodiments and / or examples are not intended to limit the present disclosure to those embodiments and / or examples. Rather, the present disclosure covers alternatives, modifications, and equivalents.

[0032] Using examples, such as in Figure 1 and Figure 2 As generally illustrated, seat assembly 100 may include seat base 102, which is selectively connected to track assembly 104 via support assembly 106 and / or one or more additional support portions 108. Track assembly 104 may be mounted on the floor (e.g., mounting surface) of a passenger vehicle (e.g., a car, van, SUV, truck, bus, train, boat, ship, aircraft). Seat assembly 100 can be used in any other suitable application or installation, such as homes, office buildings, theaters, stadiums, recreational vehicles, commercial vehicles, and / or agricultural equipment. By way of example, seat base 102 may be structurally supported and / or connected to track assembly 104 via support assembly 106 and / or one or more additional support portions 108. Support assembly 106 and / or one or more additional support portions 108 may position seat base 102 vertically above track assembly 104 (e.g., in the Z direction). Additionally, the support assembly 106 and / or one or more additional support portions 108 may be directly and / or indirectly connected to the track assembly 104, and further, the support assembly 106 may absorb forces associated with an individual occupying the seat assembly 100 and / or forces associated with collisions and / or unsecured luggage.

[0033] In an embodiment, the track assembly 104 may include a first track 104A and / or a second track 104B. Furthermore, the seat base 102 may be connected to the track assembly 104 at one or more locations along the first track 104A and / or the second track 104B via a support assembly 106 and / or one or more additional support portions 108. The support assembly 106 may be disposed between the seat base 102 and the track assembly 104 (e.g., in the Y direction). The support assembly 106 may be responsible for absorbing external forces on the seat base 102 and / or the connected seat back, which may be rotatably connected to the seat back. Such external forces may be due to luggage located in the vehicle compartment, collisions, and / or other reasons such as sudden changes of direction. The support assembly 106 may be disposed substantially towards the rear of the seat base 102, and / or one or more additional support portions 108 may be disposed substantially towards the front of the seat base 102.

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, the seat base 102 may include a transverse member 110 connecting a first side 102A of the seat base 102 to a second side 102B of the seat base 102 (e.g., the first side 102A is disposed opposite to the second side 102B in the Y direction). Furthermore, a first track 104A may be disposed near the first side 102A of the seat base 102, and / or a second track 104B may be disposed near the second side 102B of the seat base 102.

[0035] By way of example, support assembly 106 may be connected to first track 104A and / or additional support assembly 106' may be connected to second track 104B. Support assembly 106 may work in combination with additional support assembly 106' to limit undesirable movement of seat base 102. Support assembly 106 (e.g., it may include additional support assembly 106') may include first member 120 and / or second member 130. First member 120 may be connected to second member 130 (e.g., coupling, rotatable engagement, etc.) to at least partially limit movement of seat base 102 relative to track assembly 104. Support assembly 106 may provide structural support for excessive forces (e.g., forces that might not be absorbed by one or more additional support portions 108) that would otherwise cause partial bending and / or breakage of seat assembly 100. Furthermore, when the seat base 102 moves laterally in the rearward direction (e.g., due to an external event) along the track assembly 104 (e.g., the X direction), the support assembly 106 can at least partially limit the distance the seat base 102 moves laterally.

[0036] In embodiments, such as in Figure 3 and Figure 4As generally illustrated, the first member 120 can be connected to the upper portion of the track assembly 104. Furthermore, the upper portion of the track assembly 104 can be substantially planar and / or can be configured for connection with the first member 120. The first member 120 can include one or more of a variety of shapes, sizes, and / or configurations. For example, but not limited to, the first member 120 can include a base portion 140 that can be substantially planar. The base portion 140 can be in planar contact with the track assembly 104 (e.g., its upper portion), and therefore the base portion 140 can be flush with the track assembly 104.

[0037] According to an embodiment, the base portion 140 may include one or more holes 142 (e.g., orifices, slots, etc.) operable to at least partially receive one or more fasteners (which may include various conventional fasteners known in the art) securing the first member 120 to the track assembly 104. The one or more fasteners may be of any kind capable of restricting movement between the track assembly 104 and the first member 120 in the x, y, and / or z directions. The one or more holes 142 may include any kind of shape, size, and / or configuration. For example, but not limited to, the one or more holes 142 may be circular, elliptical, and / or rectangular to receive various fasteners. Additionally or alternatively, the base portion 140 may be welded to the track assembly 104.

[0038] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a first wing 144 and / or a second wing 146 may extend from a base portion 140. Furthermore, the first wing 144 and / or the second wing 146 may extend outward from the base portion 140 in a substantially vertical direction (e.g., the z-direction). The first wing 144 and / or the second wing 146 may include one or more of a variety of shapes, sizes, and / or configurations. For example, but not limited to, the first wing 144 and / or the second wing 146 may be generally triangular. The first wing 144 and / or the second wing 146 may have generally similar shapes and / or sizes; and / or may extend from the center of the base portion 140 (e.g., it may be generally rectangular). Furthermore, the first wing 144 may be positioned at an offset location relative to the second wing 146. Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the first wing 144 may be offset from the second wing 146 in the X direction. Additionally or alternatively, the first wing 144 may include a different shape and / or size than the second wing 146. The first wing 144 may extend from the base portion 140 to a greater height (e.g., in the Z direction) compared to the height of the second wing 146. As can be further envisioned, the first wing 144 may be connected to the seat base 102, and / or the first wing 144 may support the seat base 102 via other supports (including various supports commonly known or used in the art).

[0039] In the example, a first wing 144 may extend from a base portion 140 on a generally outer portion of the seat assembly 100. The first wing 144 may include a hook extending from its top region (e.g., relative to the Z direction). A second wing 146 may extend from the base portion 140 on a generally inner portion of the seat assembly 100. The second wing 146 may include a connection hole 150 disposed substantially near the central region of the second wing 146. The connection hole 150 may be axially aligned in the Y direction and / or operable to at least partially receive a fastener 152.

[0040] According to an embodiment, the protrusion 154 may extend from a first side 144A of the first wing 144. The protrusion 154 may be at least partially hook-shaped, and / or may extend away from the base portion 140 and / or the first wing 144 (e.g., in the Y direction) toward the second member 130. For example, but not limited to, the protrusion 154 may include a width that may be about 15 mm or more or less. The width of the protrusion 154 may be large enough to withstand excessive forces pulling the protrusion upwards via a vehicle collision and / or an unsecured baggage collision without bending and / or breaking to mechanical / structural failure (compared to normal operating conditions where the baggage is secured and / or no vehicle collision occurs).

[0041] In the example, edge portion 160 may be disposed on a second side 144B (extending from) the first wing 144, and the first side 144A may be opposite to the second side 144B. Edge portion 160 may be a bent / offset portion of the first wing 144, which may contact the second member 130. Figure 3 As illustrated, the edge portion 160 can be laterally displaced from the rest of the first wing 144 in a generally offset configuration (e.g., in the Y direction).

[0042] In additional or alternative embodiments, the first component 120 may be formed as a single integral part. The first component 120 may include one or more of a variety of materials commonly used for supporting and / or reinforcing vehicle seat frames. For example, but not limited to, the first component 120 may include aluminum and / or steel.

[0043] According to examples, such as in Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As generally illustrated, the second component 130 may include one or more of various shapes, sizes, and / or configurations. For example, but not limited to, the second component 130 may be generally planar and / or may be an elongated component. The second component 130 may be formed as a single integral part. The second component 130 may include one or more of various materials, such as steel and / or aluminum.

[0044] In an embodiment, the second member 130 may include a first end 130A and / or a second end 130B, wherein the first end 130A is opposite to the second end 130B. For example, but not limited to, the first end 130A may be positioned near the transverse member 110, and / or the second end 130B may be positioned near the first member 120 and / or the track assembly 104. A first protrusion 170 may extend from the second end 130B of the second member 130 to connect with and / or contact the first member 120. Furthermore, a connector 176 may be provided at the first end 130A of the second member 130. The connector 176 can securely attach (e.g., weld) the second member 130 to the transverse member 110. In this example, the connector 176 may include any kind of shape, size, and / or configuration. For example, the connector 176 may be elliptical and / or semi-circular (e.g., it may substantially match the contour / shape of the transverse member).

[0045] Additionally, the first protrusion 170 may include one or more of various shapes, sizes, and / or configurations. For example, but not limited to, the first protrusion 170 may be hook-shaped, curved, and / or L-shaped. The first protrusion 170 may be generally planar (e.g., around the YZ plane) and aligned with the second member 130. In a collision-free and / or secured state, the first protrusion 170 may bend / flex relative to the track assembly 104 at an angle α (e.g., about 45 degrees or more or less) (typically in the X direction). Furthermore, a gap 172 may be disposed close to the first protrusion 170, which may be the area where the first member 120 at least partially engages / contacts the second member 130. Furthermore, the gap 172 may at least partially receive the protrusion 154 of the first member 120. Due to the hook-shaped / curved shape of the protrusion 154 of the first member 120 and the hook-shaped / curved shape of the first protrusion 170 of the second member 130, the first member 120 and the second member 130 may interlock.

[0046] According to an embodiment, the lip portion 174 may be disposed adjacent to the gap 172 of the second member 130 and extend along a portion of the second member 130. The lip portion 174 may provide a second contact surface 174A for contact with the first member 120 (e.g., when the first member 120 at least partially engages with the second member 130) thereby restricting movement of the seat base 102. The lip portion 174 may be an extension (e.g., a planar extension in the Y direction) providing additional structural support to the support assembly 106 that resists bending and / or deformation. Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the lip portion 174 may be a curved extrusion along the side (e.g., edge) of the second member 130.

[0047] In the example, such as in Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 As generally illustrated, the second member 130 may include a second protrusion 180 configured to contact the first member 120. The second protrusion 180 may include one or more of various shapes, sizes, and / or configurations. For example, but not limited to, the second protrusion 180 may be a lateral extension (e.g., in the Y direction) of at least a portion of the plane of the second member 130. The second protrusion 180 may extend laterally (e.g., outwardly) from the second member 130, from a region near the first end 130A to a region near the second end 130B. Since the second protrusion 180 contacts the edge portion 160 of the second wing 146, the resulting shape provides additional structural support for supporting the seat base 102 against impact forces.

[0048] According to an embodiment, the second member 130 may include a hole 182 that can be coaxially aligned with a connecting hole 150 of the first member 120, such that the connecting hole 150 and / or the hole 182 can at least partially receive a fastener 152. The fastener 152, the connecting hole 150, and / or the hole 182 can be used to limit the movement (e.g., rotation and / or translation) of the first member 120 relative to the second member 130.

[0049] In the example, for example in Figure 6As generally illustrated, when the seat base 102 is subjected to an external force (e.g., a rear-end collision at 35 km / h with a force of approximately 40 g), the seat base 102 can move in a first direction D, which may be in the X direction toward the rear of the seat assembly 100. A first member 120 can be fixed to a track assembly 104, such that movement of the seat back 102 can be restricted (e.g., due to the fixed connection between the track assembly 104 and the mounting surface (which may be the vehicle floor)). When the external force causes the seat base 102 to move in the first direction D, a second member 130 can at least partially flex and / or deform to absorb the load. Furthermore, a first protrusion 170 of the second member 130 can rotate upwards (e.g., in the Z direction, counterclockwise, about the central axis of the connecting holes 150 and / or 182) to contact a protrusion 154 of the first member 120.

[0050] In addition to the first protrusion 170 rotating upward, the second protrusion 180 of the second member 130 can rotate downward (e.g., in the Z direction, in the counterclockwise direction, about the axis of the connecting hole 150 and / or the hole 182) to contact the edge portion 160 of the first member 120.

[0051] Typically, the following contacts: (i) the second protrusion 180 of the second member 130 and the edge portion 160 of the first member 120; and (ii) the first protrusion 170 of the second member 130 and the protrusion 154 of the first member 120 can at least partially restrict the rotation and / or translation of the seat base 102 (e.g., in the X and / or Z directions). In this way, the first member 120 and / or the second member 130 (e.g., support assembly 106) can be clamped together to form a structural support to absorb external loads (e.g., which could otherwise damage the seat base 102 and / or support assembly 106).

[0052] According to an embodiment, the second component 130 can move between a first position and / or a second position. The first position may correspond to normal operating conditions of the seat assembly 100, for example, where the seat assembly 100 may not be subjected to excessive external forces from loose luggage and / or collisions. When the second component 130 is in the first position, the seat assembly 100 may be experiencing normal load / operating conditions, which may include the weight of an occupant disposed on the seat base 102 (e.g., seat assembly 100).

[0053] In an embodiment, in a first position, the second member 130 may partially contact the first member 120. For example, but not limited to, because the fastener 152 is at least partially disposed within the first member 120 (e.g., protrusion 154) and / or the second member 130 (e.g., first protrusion 170), the first member 120 may be flush-connected to the second member 130. Figure 6 As shown, the second member 130 can be configured to rotate relative to the first member 120 from a first position to a second position (e.g., about the central axis of the fastener 152). When in the first position, the protrusion 154 of the first member 120 may not contact the first protrusion of the second member 130. Furthermore, a first gap 190 may be provided between the protrusion 154 and the first protrusion 170. Additionally, a second gap 192 may be provided between the edge portion 160 of the first member 120 and the second protrusion 180, such that the edge portion 160 does not contact the second protrusion 180 in the first position of the second member 130.

[0054] By way of example, the second component 130 can be rotated to a second position in which the seat assembly 100 can be subjected to external loads / forces capable of moving / displacing the seat assembly 100 and / or its components. For example, but not limited to, in the event of an incident such as a collision in the vehicle compartment and / or loose luggage, the seat base 102 can be laterally displaced in a rearward direction (e.g., the X direction). When the seat base 102 moves rearward or laterally, the support component 106 can deform to absorb forces such that the external forces are not absorbed through other parts of the seat assembly 100 (e.g., this could potentially compromise the structural integrity of the seat assembly 100).

[0055] In one embodiment, rotation of the second member 130 causes the first protrusion 170 to rotate (e.g., counterclockwise) to engage with the protrusion 154 of the first member 120. The first protrusion 170 may extend along an XZ plane, which may be vertically oriented relative to the protrusion 154 of the first member 120 (e.g., extending in the Y direction). When the second member 130 is rotated to the second position, contact may first occur between the protrusion 154 and the first protrusion 170. Simultaneously and / or sequentially, the second protrusion 180 may rotate (e.g., counterclockwise) to engage with the edge portion 160 of the first member 120 (e.g., the first wing 144). In this example, the second protrusion 180 may contact the edge portion 160 to absorb excess force not supported by the contact between the protrusion 154 and the first protrusion 170, thus forming an additional level of locking. When the second member 130 is in the second position, there may be no gaps 190 and 192 between the first member 120 and the second member 130 (for example, the second member 130 rotates to fill the gaps 190 and 192).

[0056] This document describes various examples / implementations for use in various devices, systems, and / or methods. Numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the overall structure, function, manufacture, and use of the examples / implementations described in the specification and illustrated in the accompanying drawings. However, those skilled in the art will understand that the examples / implementations can be practiced without such specific details. In other instances, well-known operations, components, and elements have not been described in detail so as not to obscure the examples / implementations described in this specification. Those skilled in the art will understand that the examples / implementations described and illustrated herein are non-limiting examples, and therefore it can be appreciated that the specific structural and functional details disclosed herein may be representative and do not necessarily limit the scope of the embodiments.

[0057] Throughout this specification, references to “example,” “in an example,” “for an example,” “various embodiments,” “for an embodiment,” “in an embodiment,” or “embodiment,” etc., indicate that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an example / embodiment is included in at least one embodiment. Therefore, the appearance of the phrases “example,” “in an example,” “for an example,” “in various embodiments,” “for an embodiment,” “in an embodiment,” or “embodiment,” etc., in multiple places throughout this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Furthermore, a particular feature, structure, or characteristic may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more examples / embodiments. Therefore, a particular feature, structure, or characteristic illustrated or described in connection with one embodiment / example may be combined, in whole or in part, without limitation, with features, structures, functions, and / or characteristics of one or more other embodiments / examples, provided that such combination is not illogical or ineffective. Moreover, numerous modifications may be made to adapt particular circumstances or materials to the teachings of this disclosure without departing from the scope of this disclosure.

[0058] It should be understood that references to a single element are not necessarily limited in this way, but may include one or more such elements. Any directional references (e.g., positive, negative, upper, lower, up, down, left, right, to the left, to the right, top, bottom, above, below, vertical, horizontal, clockwise, and counterclockwise) are used only for identification purposes to aid the reader in understanding this disclosure and do not create any limitation, particularly regarding the location, orientation, or use of the examples / embodiments.

[0059] References to engagement (e.g., attachment, connection, link, etc.) should be interpreted broadly and may include intermediate members between connected elements, relative movement between elements, direct connection, indirect connection, fixed connection, movable connection, operative connection, indirect contact, and / or direct contact. Therefore, a reference to engagement does not necessarily mean that two elements are directly connected / linked and fixed to each other. Connections of electrical components (if any) may include mechanical connections, electrical connections, wired connections, and / or wireless connections, etc. The use of “e.g.” and “such as” in this specification should be interpreted broadly and used to provide non-limiting examples of embodiments of this disclosure, and this disclosure is not limited to such examples. The use of “and” and “or” should be interpreted broadly (e.g., considered as “and / or”). For example and without limitation, the use of “and” does not necessarily require all listed elements or features, and the use of “or” is inclusive unless such a construction would otherwise be illogical.

[0060] While this document may describe processes, systems, and methods in combination with one or more steps in a particular sequence, it should be understood that these methods may be practiced with steps in different orders, with steps performed concurrently, with additional steps, and / or with steps that are omitted from the description.

[0061] Everything contained in the above description or shown in the accompanying drawings should be interpreted as illustrative rather than restrictive. Changes may be made in detail or structure without departing from this disclosure.

Claims

1. A seat assembly, characterized in that, The seat assembly includes: Seat base, the seat base being connected to the track via a support assembly, the support assembly comprising: A first component, selectively connected to the track, the first component including protrusions and edge portions; and The second component is fixedly connected to the seat base, and the second component includes a first protrusion and a second protrusion; The first member and the second member restrict the movement of the seat base relative to the track via contact between the protrusion and the first protrusion and contact between the edge portion and the second protrusion.

2. The seat assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The seat base includes a transverse member, and the second member is fixedly connected to the transverse member.

3. The seat assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second component is generally planar.

4. The seat assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protrusion of the first member is hook-shaped and extends outward toward the second member.

5. The seat assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first component includes a base portion and a wing portion; and the wing portion extends outward from the base portion.

6. The seat assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The base portion contacts the track, and the wing extends perpendicular to the base portion.

7. The seat assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The wing is triangular.

8. The seat assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The base portion is flat, and the base portion is in planar contact with the track.

9. The seat assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, The wing includes a first hole disposed in the base portion; and the first hole is operable to at least partially receive a fastener that connects the first member to the track.

10. The seat assembly according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first component includes a second hole disposed in the wing; and the second hole is disposed between the protrusion and the edge portion of the first component.

11. The seat assembly according to claim 10, characterized in that, The second hole is operable to at least partially receive a fastener, thereby restricting movement between the first member and the second member.

12. The seat assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The edge portion of the first component is laterally displaced from the wing toward the base portion in an offset configuration.

13. The seat assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second member is fixed to the transverse member at the first end; the first protrusion extends from the second end; and the first end is disposed opposite to the second end.

14. The seat assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that, The first protrusion of the second member is at least partially bent in a direction away from the first member.

15. The seat assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that, The second protrusion of the second member extends vertically outward from the second member toward the first member.

16. The seat assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that, The second member includes a gap disposed near the first protrusion; and the gap may be configured to at least partially receive the protrusion of the first member.

17. A support component, characterized in that, The support components include: A first component, selectively connected to a first mounting surface, the first component including protrusions and edge portions; and The second component is fixedly connected to the second mounting surface, and the second component includes a first protrusion and a second protrusion; The first component includes a first hole coaxially aligned with a second hole in the second component; the first hole and the second hole are coaxially aligned to at least partially receive a fastener connecting the first component and the second component; and the contact between the protrusion and the first protrusion, and the contact between the edge portion and the second protrusion, restrict movement of the first mounting surface relative to the second mounting surface.

18. The support component according to claim 17, characterized in that, The first component includes a base portion and a wing extending vertically from the base portion; the protrusion extends away from the base portion; and the edge portion is laterally displaced from the wing.

19. The support component according to claim 18, characterized in that, The first end of the second component is welded to the second mounting surface; the first protrusion extends from the second end of the second component; and the first end is opposite to the second end.

20. The support component according to claim 19, characterized in that, The second protrusion of the second member extends vertically outward in the direction toward the wing.

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