System for securing infant car seat to vehicle seat

Abstract

To provide a system for securing an infant car seat to a vehicle seat.SOLUTION: The invention comprises: an infant car seat having a seat shell including a first side part having a backrest, a seat pan, and a first seat shell rail, and a second side part having a second seat shell rail; and an anchor system configured to attach the infant car seat to a vehicle seat directly without using an infant car seat attachment / detachment base. The first seat shell rail and the second seat shell rail directly support the infant car seat on the vehicle seat without using the infant car seat attachment / detachment base disposed between the shell rails and the vehicle seat. A first infant car seat anchor of the anchor system may mechanically engage with a first vehicle anchor of the vehicle seat, and a second infant car seat anchor of the anchor system may mechanically engage with a second vehicle anchor of the vehicle seat.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2B

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention provides a vehicle seat belt system without the use of a removable vehicle installation base or vehicle seat belts. Method, device and system for securing an infant car seat with a tight fit to the seat This application relates to a vehicle navigation system and related ride-hailing methods. "Infant Car Seat with Integrated Vehicles" filed on August 9, 2019 U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 884,86 entitled "RATED LOWER ANCHORS" Priority of No. 3 is claimed. [Background technology]

[0002] Cars are a common form of transportation for many parents and caregivers around the world. Parents and caregivers may also rely on other forms of transportation, such as buses, planes, and trains. The various modes of transportation are collectively referred to herein as "vehicles." Many conventional vehicles, particularly In addition, vehicles are restricted to children of a certain age (e.g., at least 9 years old) and / or size (e.g., children under 12 years old). Designed to protect adults and / or children at least 57 inches tall including designed restraint devices (e.g., seat belts). However, relatively young and / or For small children, especially infants, various vehicle restraints generally do not provide adequate protection. In light of the above, to provide adequate protection for children while traveling, parents and caregivers should Child seats are often used when transporting children in a car.

[0003] Children typically experience significant physical development during the first five years of life, so as children grow Use various types of child restraints to ensure that children are adequately restrained and protected during transport in vehicles. More specifically, the safety of a given child car seat are generally selected in a specific way based on the child's size, weight, and / or age. Various governments and regulatory bodies around the world have established standards based on these factors. recommends, specifies, regulates, and / or requires various types of child restraint systems. An example of government guidance on car seats is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Centers for Injury Prevention and Control The document "Child Passenger Safety" ) the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference (www.cdc.gov). ov / injury / features / child-passenger-safet (See y / index.html). Another related issue of government oversight of car seats is An example is the United Nations European Regional Standard ECE R44 / 04 "Uniform provision s concerning the approval of restraining devices for child occupants of power-dr "Reven vehicles," which are incorporated herein by reference. ECE R44 / 04 is based in part on the various characteristics of child car seats. Divide the child sheets into four groups (e.g., group 0, group 1, group 2, group They are classified into Group 3).

[0004] An "infant car seat" is a child seat specially adapted for use with infants transported in a vehicle. (i.e. "Group 0 or Group 1" according to ECE R44 / 04) 0+ seat). "Infant" generally refers to a child who has not yet learned to walk, and is usually Children aged 0-12 months and / or weighing approximately 20-30 pounds (approximately 9-14 kg) FIG. 1A shows an infant car seat 10 and a removable vehicle installation base 2 1A shows a conventional infant car seat system including a seatbelt, a saddlebag, and a seatbelt. Although shown with components removed, the removable base is used during vehicle use. 20 is first installed in the vehicle, and then the infant car seat 10 is It attaches to a removable base 20 via a locking mechanism at the bottom (not visible in Figure 1A). Mechanically engaged (e.g., clicked) to lock 15A and 15B to base 20 The conventional infant car seat system shown in FIG. 1A also requires the infant car seat to function properly. It can be combined with a mechanically engaging stroller (not shown), and this combination can be Commonly called a "travel system," it snaps onto a stroller or attaches to a vehicle. The infant car seat 10 secures the baby in place when it snaps into the removable base 20 attached to the seat. This facilitates the transport of the infant.

[0005] The infant car seat 10 is more generally used to transport an infant beyond the confines of a vehicle or stroller. It can be used to carry and hold infants, especially in the home or other environment. Infant car seats used solely for securing and carrying an infant are commonly referred to as "infant carriers." The organization that governs infant carriers is called ASTM International. The globally recognized international consensus standard, ASTM F2050-19 "Sta ndard Consumer Safety Specification for We developed and provided "Hand-Held Infant Carriers" are incorporated herein by reference (www.astm.org / Standards (See / F2050.htm.) The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) There is also a consumer product safety standard for infant carriers, which is available by reference at ASTM F2050-1 9 and is codified in United States law at 16 CFR § 1225. (www.federalregister.gov / documents / 2 020 / 05 / 20 / 2020-09166 / safety-standard-fo (See hand-held infant carriers). 16C.FR § 1225 is also incorporated herein by reference.

[0006] The conventional infant car seat 10 shown in FIG. 1A is designed in part to accommodate the smaller size of infants. and various structural designs to accommodate the infant's limited mobility and make it easier to carry the infant. It is distinguished from other types of car seats by including the following features: The car seat 10 and removable base 20 are configured to allow the infant car seat to be removed. It must be mounted on the vehicle so that it faces the rear of the vehicle when snapped into the base. Second, the infant car seat 10 must be installed in a vehicle and removed from the vehicle. When snapped onto and / or removed from the removable base, the infant carriage For this purpose, other types of car seats are designed to be able to stay in place. Unlike an infant car seat, the infant car seat 10 is designed to accommodate the parent and / or child transporting the infant. Includes a carrying handle 12 to facilitate easy transport and handling by the caregiver. Third, unlike other types of child seats, the infant car seat 10 often The car seat includes a curved bottom 17 and a removable base 20 (or Locks for infant comfort when not locked in a travel system stroller Provides locking functionality.

[0007] Generally, infant car seats are designed for babies aged between 9 and 12 months and weighing up to 20 pounds (approximately 9 kg). Comfortably accommodate the infant at this stage, when the infant is more active and heavier (and the parents / caregivers (Your child may outgrow the infant car seat.) Then, infant car seat systems in vehicles are usually "convertible" car seats (i.e. and Group 0+ / 1 seats conforming to the United Nations European Regional Standard ECE R44 / 04. In contrast to infant car seat systems, convertible car seats are They have large capacity and generally have both rear-facing and forward-facing configurations to accommodate the child's physical development. Additionally, unlike infant car seats, convertible car seats It is not portable, but is a fixed device that remains in the vehicle, meaning that the child is not transported by vehicle. placed in and removed from the convertible car seat at the beginning and end of the journey Traditional convertible cars are not designed to carry children outside the vehicle. The seat does not include a carrying handle like those found on infant car seats. Similarly, convertible car seats have curved rocker bottoms for rocking an infant. When your child outgrows the convertible car seat, - Replace the seat with a larger seat (e.g. Group 1 or Group 2 child seat) is a permanent fixture in the vehicle and is held in place using an adult seat belt ), or eventually a booster seat (i.e., a Group 3 seat, which is The child can be restrained by a booster. - Until you can safely use the vehicle seat and restraints without the aid of a seat, You can continue to use the target sheet.

[0008] Regarding vehicle installation, early versions of child seats (some from the 1990s) (commonly introduced in the mid-1990s) uses existing safety devices in the vehicle to secure the child car seat to the vehicle. For this purpose, various child seats have Vehicles that allow the vehicle's existing seat belts to pass through to hold the child safety seat in the vehicle's seat Both belt paths are included. One type of conventional seat belt in a vehicle is a pelvic restraint belt. "lap belts," another type of conventional seat belt, restrict movement in the chest and shoulder areas. (In the United States, shoulder belts are called vehicle seat belt adjusters.) (Used only in combination with a lap belt as an assembly). For purposes of this disclosure, Lap belts, both alone and in combination with shoulder belts, are generally referred to as "vehicle seat belts." Belts are attached to the vehicle using one or more existing vehicle safety belts. The child car seat provided is designed to be securely fastened to the vehicle (as opposed to directly securing the child in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt). In contrast to the earlier versions of child seats, In this case, installation in various vehicles using existing vehicle seat belts is possible with various manufacturers. At the time, there were many different types of vehicle seat belt configurations used in different models of vehicles. There was a lack of broad standardization.

[0009] As a result, from the late 1990s to the early 2000s, child car seats and their Various vehicle installation guidelines have been developed around the world to improve standardization and In some respects it offered an alternative to using existing vehicle seat belts. For example, OFIX is a child safety seat that uses the "lower vehicle anchor" on the edge of the passenger car seat. It is the international standard for seat mounting points and is currently used in Europe. Effective September 1, 2012, in the United States for vehicle under-car anchors and other mounting points A similar standardized anchoring system is LATCH (Lower Anchors and Teeth for Children). Another similar standardized anchor system in Canada is called LUAS (" It is called the "Lower Universal Anchor System" or CANFIX.

[0010] Additionally, safety regulations are being introduced in various jurisdictions around the world, affecting vehicle safety, child safety seats, the use and installation of such seats in vehicles and the risk of child seats being involved in a crash or collision. Various standards have been defined regarding the type of loads that must be withstood in the unfortunate event of an impact. In the United States, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) regulate the design, construction, performance, and durability of automobiles. Durability requirements and regulated motor vehicle safety-related components, systems and FMVSS is a federal regulation that specifies safety standards and design features. Developed and enforced by the HTSA, and regulated by U.S. Code of Federal Regulations 49 C.F.R. § 571 FMVSS Standard No. 213 (FMVSS-213) is a standard for passenger vehicles, multi-purpose vehicles, and Purpose Child restraint systems used in cars, trucks, buses, and other types of motor vehicles FMVSS-213 specifies requirements for child restraint systems used in aircraft and other aircraft. Codified in U.S. law at 49 C.F.R. § 571.213, which is incorporated by reference. As noted above, the European Union and its associated jurisdictions are the United Nations European Commission. Similar safety regulations have been established in the state and regional standard ECE R44 / 04. MVSS-213 “Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Seats Safety Regulations The Federal Trade Commission has enacted similar regulations, which are incorporated herein by reference (laws-loi s.justice.gc.ca / eng / regulations / SOR-2010 -90 / ) and Australia and New Zealand are AS / NZS1754 “Safety Standard: Child Restraint Systems Similar regulations have been established in the "For Use In Motor Vehicles" , which is incorporated herein by reference.

[0011] In addition to the aforementioned safety regulations to improve the standardization of child car seats and their installation, the U.S. National Child Passenger Safety (CPS) certified Regular training programs prepare Americans to become child safety seat safety technicians and instructors. tractor certification and parent / caregiver instruction for proper use of child seats and safety belts CPS-certified programs in the United States provide participatory support to child passengers. It is widely considered the "gold standard" of certification. A road car seat must pass the "inch test" when properly installed in a vehicle. This means that a properly installed child car seat will not be pulled along the seat belt path. When tensioned, it should not move more than 1 inch (about 2.5 cm) from side to side or forward to back. This rule applies to forward-facing child car seats and rear-facing car seats, such as infant car seats. Applies to child car seats and is designed to fit under the existing vehicle seat belt or under the vehicle. Use one of the standardized anchoring systems, including anchors (e.g., LATCH). This applies when the vehicle is secured to the seat by a suitable fastener.

[0012] Referring again to FIG. 1A, a removable vehicle installation of a conventional infant car seat system Base 20 results from the various global standardization and certification efforts and safety regulations mentioned above. In the 2000s, design improvements were introduced to improve the vehicle's positioning, particularly the removable vehicle-mounted base. The seat 20 is carefully and safely installed in the vehicle seat (using the existing vehicle seat belt). or using a standardized anchoring system that employs under-vehicle anchors. ), typically remain in the vehicle for extended periods of time (e.g., multiple journeys in the vehicle). -For many years since the introduction of the two-piece system of seat 10 and removable base 20 Therefore, the design of the infant car seat itself remains essentially unchanged. The configurable base 20 ensures safety and facilitates compliance with applicable standards and regulations In particular, the infant car seat system has evolved with continuous improvements. Includes a removable base 20" to allow the system to meet CPS "inch test" " (but conventional seat belts installed separately using existing vehicle seat belts) Infant car seats do not pass this test.)

[0013] Removable vehicle using a standardized anchor system that uses under-vehicle anchors Regarding the installation of the base 20, FIG. 1B shows that the removable base 20 is attached to the vehicle seat. seat covers for coupling to respective under-vehicle anchors (not shown) within the seat edges of the vehicle 1B, the sheet anchor 32 is attached to the tether. connected to a belt 34 permanently attached to the base 20 via a tether 38. The belt 34 is a belt for firmly positioning the base 20 on the vehicle seat. Once the base 20 is safely and securely installed in the vehicle, the infant can be placed inside the base. The infant car seat 10 is locked to the base 20 before travel in the vehicle and the journey begins. At the end of the period, the infant is released from the base 20 and can be removed from the vehicle.

[0014] For many years, the seat between the removable vehicle installation base 20 and the vehicle underside anchors Various types of mechanical connections have been introduced to the anchor 32. For example, FIG. 1C shows a pair of A belt 34 connected to seat anchors 32a and 32b and a belt tightening mechanism 3 6, including a belted anchor system 30a that can be used with a removable base 20 In another example, FIG. 1D shows a pair of seat anchors 32a and 32b attached to the base 20. 1. Rigid anchor system 30b is shown joined together via a rigid cross member 38 passing through the Similar to the belted anchor system, the rigid anchor system 30a provides a direct and permanent anchor. The base 20 is attached to the Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0015] As mentioned above, the combination of an infant car seat and a detachable vehicle installation base is particularly in a vehicle when the vehicle is owned and / or operated by a parent / caregiver Provide parents and / or caregivers with a convenient method for transporting their infant safely. In appropriate circumstances, counseling or working with parents and / or guardians or parents / guardians Certified CPS (Child Passenger Safety System) certified (Safety) technicians must install a removable vehicle installation base (e.g., CP Pay careful attention to the critical steps for proper installation (passing the "inch test" of the This will ensure the safety of the infant during multi-journey vehicle transport. It will be preserved.

[0016] You do not own or otherwise have easy access to and control of a vehicle For parents and / or caregivers who are unable to travel, rented transport services are an alternative transport model. Transportation services for hire, such as taxis and reservation-based car services, may be provided. Various traditional options for transportation (also known in the art as "for hire transportation") have been available for many years. However, taxis and traditional reservation-based car services , which has historically posed multiple challenges to parents and caregivers traveling with infants.

[0017] For example, older taxis may not even be equipped with standardized undercarriage anchors. Therefore, the existing vehicle seat belts in taxis can be used to accommodate conventional baby carriages. The removable base of the support system must be attached. The parent / caregiver must Simply transport your infant car seat into a taxi without using a removable base or existing vehicle seat belt. You can consider installing it yourself, but doing so will prevent you from passing the CPS "inch test" Infant car seats that do not pass the "test" will be poorly fitted (and therefore unsafe) possible) result.

[0018] Even if the taxi is equipped with under-vehicle anchors, parents and / or caregivers should: Infant car seat infant, separate detachable base, and other travel baggage / facing the inconvenience of hailing and / or waiting for a taxi while towing luggage, and Doing so in crowded taxi / cab stands with long queues and / or long waiting periods and / or may have to navigate in adverse weather conditions. Once the taxi arrives, the parent / caregiver faces another immediate challenge: breastfeeding. How to support your baby while installing the removable base of the infant car seat system Perhaps the parent / caregiver has left the infant car seat with the baby somewhere. I quickly set it down and set up and adjusted the removable base in the back of the taxi. At times, it may be necessary to provide proper attention to the young child in some way. The agency said the generally poor hygiene in some taxis was a factor in parents and caregivers choosing them as a form of transportation. Creating an environment that may further discourage taxi use. do.

[0019] Traditional reservation-based car services also present their own specific challenges. Car service trips often need to be scheduled well in advance of the trip, This may be inconvenient for parents or caregivers' schedules (e.g., many infants may be unable to predict (given their often impossible and frequently changing needs). In addition, parents and / or caregivers, especially As services are unavailable during peak traffic hours, reservation-based car services are available to speed up your journey. The cost of traditional reservation-based car service is also typically higher than taxis. It is more expensive than sea and can be an economic obstacle in some cases.

[0020] Therefore, in connection with the use of taxis and / or traditional reservation-based car services The various challenges faced by parents and / or caregivers who travel with their infants have historically been a substitute for However, the inventors have limited their use as alternative transportation options, such as Uber and L The recent growth and popularity of ride-hailing and ride-sharing services such as YFT , recognizing that providing parents and / or caregivers of infants with new rental transportation options; For purposes of this disclosure, "ride hailing" means reserving a trip in a vehicle. , which runs on mobile devices and is used by transportation network companies such as Uber or Lyft ( This refers to the process of paying for a journey via an app provided by a transportation company (TNC). The term "ridesharing" is also used to describe the services offered by TNCs. Although it is often used, more commonly the term refers to the area where a person is commuting (e.g., to work). It can be used in a manner similar to "carpooling," where you share a vehicle with one or more other individuals. do.

[0021] In terms of ride-hailing or ride-sharing, these newer types Rental transportation services include taxi and conventional booking services for parents and / or caregivers of infants. Alleviate at least some of the past challenges associated with vehicle-based services. For example, ride-hailing or ride-sharing services typically provide on-demand and and / or provide more flexible scheduling by allowing you to schedule rides at short notice Provide parents and / or caregivers with instructions (e.g., ensure that the infant is mobile and ready to go) (You can schedule a ride when you're ready.) Another example is a ride-hailing service. Ride-sharing or ride-sharing services generally allow parents and / or caregivers to Stay with your infant in a protected and / or indoor environment (e.g., their home) until your baby arrives. This allows parents and caregivers to avoid crowded areas with long lines and long wait times. It also helps to avoid crowded places. The vehicles used by ride-sharing services are cleaner than taxis and safer for babies and their parents. Tends to be more comfortable for parents / caregivers.

[0022] Ride-hailing and ride-hailing for parents and / or caregivers traveling with infants In recognizing the potential benefits of sharing services, the inventors further Traditional infant car seat systems, including their large vehicle installation base, are often used in ride-hail situations for a variety of reasons. recognizes that it is not particularly suitable for hire transportation, such as travel and ride-sharing services did.

[0023] First, ride-hailing or car services, similar to taxis and traditional reservation-based car services, When using ridesharing services, parents and / or caregivers must provide an infant car seat. You must carry both the carrier (with the baby in it) and the detachable base (with the baby in it). together with other luggage / carry-on baggage accompanying the journey, this is a removable base (for infants Considering the bulk and weight (which may be as large as the child seat itself), it is extremely inconvenient. Alternatively, the parent / caregiver may not bring the detachable base and may use the Ride Hail / Lab. The infant car seat itself is attached using the existing vehicle seat belts in the shared vehicle. However, as mentioned above, this would result in the CPS's "intelligence" This results in the installation of inferior, high-risk infant car seats that do not pass the "Test."

[0024] Second, proper attachment of the detachable base to the vehicle seat (e.g., "inch (to pass the "test") takes time and requires careful attention from the installer. While driving, the ride-hailing or ride-sharing service vehicle arrives at the start of the journey. Once attached, the parent / caregiver can quickly and safely remove the removable base of the infant car seat system. There is little opportunity to take the time necessary to properly attach the device and at the same time maintain attention to the infant. If only the parent / caregiver and the infant are traveling together, the parent / The detachable base can be attached to the vehicle seat while the caregiver properly monitors the infant. Furthermore, parents / caregivers may be unable to access the ride-hail / railway. The removable base must be attached and removed for each Idshare cycle. do. [Means for solving the problem]

[0025] Considering the challenges of using rented transportation when traveling with an infant, the present disclosure If the infant car seat has a removable base or is not in use with the vehicle's seat belt, Various inventions for infant car seat systems specifically configured to be secured directly to a seat In various embodiments described herein, the infant carriage of the present invention The seat system does not require either a detachable base or a vehicle seat belt. In addition to achieving improved crash test performance and reduced injury standards, No top tether or load leg is required. The infant car seat system according to the present disclosure does not require a removable base. Each and every combination allows the infant's parent or caregiver to: 1) remove 2) to transport the infant easily and comfortably to and from the vehicle without the bulk of a heavy base; To ensure safety, place the infant car seat and baby directly into the vehicle seat at the start of the journey. 3) At the end of the journey, the baby and the baby carrier It includes other useful features that help to quickly remove the cart from the vehicle.

[0026] In an exemplary implementation, these objectives are directly coupled to the infant car seat and Anchor system positioned to provide convenient access and installation of anchors In one aspect, the anchor system is adapted to prevent the vehicle seat from colliding during a collision. significantly reduce the rotation of the rear of the infant car seat away from the rear of the Based in part on the center of gravity of the infant car seat, so as to (significantly reduce other injury criteria) Specifically located at mechanical restraint points.

[0027] To facilitate installation without a removable base, in another aspect, the infant carrier - The seat system rotates the rear of the infant car seat towards the rear of the vehicle seat during installation. Includes adjustable feet attached close to the front of the infant car seat to reduce In this way, the adjustable foot allows parents and / or caregivers to maintain infant comfort and To more easily align and engage the anchor system with the vehicle's lower anchors, It helps to place the infant car seat in the vehicle and at the same time prevents the seat pan of the vehicle seat from sliding open. at pan) to facilitate a tight fit to the vehicle seat do.

[0028] In another aspect, the infant car seat also has a function of preventing the infant from being injured when the infant car seat is loaded into or unloaded from the vehicle. Carrying handle to facilitate easy transport and handling, and baby Provides a rocking feature for infant comfort when the car seat is used outside the vehicle In some cases, the curved rocker bottom of the vehicle seat for an infant car seat Regarding the curved rocker bottom, which can complicate fitting various configurations, Adjustment feet compensate for the curved profile of the rocker bottom for a secure fit with the vehicle seat A tight, secure fit ensures Child Passenger Safety (CPS) This is achieved by following safety guidelines for children (e.g., infant car seat installation). It is also particularly useful for ensuring that installations pass the CPS "inch test." .

[0029] In another advantage, in some implementations, the parent / caregiver may Use the single-touch actuator to release the anchor system from the vehicle seat and The infant car seat can be easily removed from the vehicle. One or more storage areas incorporated into or on the Conveniently stow the anchoring system when you're not there to prevent damage and injury (and your infant car seat) When using the product as part of a travel system, avoid interference with the stroller and -Provides a sophisticated design for the seat.

[0030] Parents / caregivers don't have to worry about the bulk, weight, and storage of the detachable base. By eliminating the need for a removable base from the infant car seat system, This makes transporting the baby in and out of the vehicle extremely convenient and convenient. The system design has no base and includes multiple functions to support safety and convenience. The system detects when a caregiver is sitting in an infant car seat in a ride-hail / ride-share vehicle. Get in and out of the car quickly with your baby (along with other carry-on luggage / luggage) and at the same time In ride-hailing or ride-sharing situations where comfort and safety are essential, It will be particularly suitable for the situation.

[0031] The anchoring system of the inventive infant car seat system disclosed herein generally conforms to various global standards for fastening infant car seat systems to vehicle seats. May include one or more connectors (also called "anchors") with mechanical design As mentioned above, examples of such standards include the Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATC) H), ISOFIX, Lower Universal Anchor System (LUAS), and Universal This includes, but is not limited to, the United States Child Safety Seat System (USCSS). In accordance with these various standards, the infant car seat anchor system connector must be Latching mechanism allows for fast and secure connection to each under-vehicle anchor at the edge of the trunk Contains:

[0032] In some implementations, the anchoring system of the infant car seat system of the present invention comprises: A rigid anchor system including a pair of connectors rigidly coupled to an infant car seat. In one aspect, the connector of the rigid anchor system is rotatable relative to the infant car seat. and / or translationally adjustable and attached to under-vehicle anchors at the edges of the vehicle seats. In another aspect, the rotation and secure connection of the connector of the rigid anchor system is facilitated. The movement and / or translation also facilitates easy storage of the connector when not in use.

[0033] In other implementations, the anchoring system is attached to the infant car via one or more belts. The belt anchor system may include a pair of connectors coupled to the seat. The anchor system with connectors mechanically engages with the under-vehicle anchors. To ensure that the car seat can be easily and securely attached to the vehicle seat, It may further include a belt tightening mechanism as well as a locking mechanism (eg, a cam).

[0034] One or more integrated storage containers for storing all or part of the anchor system. Regarding compartments, the storage compartments may vary depending on the type of anchoring system (e.g. It can be adjusted based on the rigid anchor system or belted anchor system. For example, a rigid anchor system can be used in a stowed position (e.g., when the crosspiece is folded and the anchor The car system connector is rotated for storage) and in the operating position (e.g., the cross member is extended) and the anchor system connector is deployed for attachment to the under-vehicle anchors. ) and a telescopic adjustable cross member for transitioning between the rigid anchor system. The compartment can be adjusted to accommodate the connector within the connector cavity. (e.g., defined by or within the seat shell rails of an infant car seat) In another embodiment, the infant car seat includes a belt anchor system. and / or inside and / or outside the infant car seat to accommodate the connector may include various storage compartments.

[0035] The anchoring system, whether rigid or belted, has a removable base Instead of using a seatbelt, use the existing vehicle seat belt to secure the infant car seat to the vehicle seat. In doing so, the anchoring system also prevents the top of the infant from being pulled over by the restraint (e.g. (e.g., through a conventional vehicle belt path, across the infant's legs, knees, or upper pelvis) Additionally, the anchor system allows for installation without a removable base. By providing a viable alternative to using vehicle seat belts Can also be used to attach an infant car seat without a removable base. Help ensure you pass the test.

[0036] As briefly mentioned above and explained in more detail below, the anchoring system - Each side of the seat shell of the seat has one or more mechanical restraint points (e.g. Direct mounting (e.g., one or more openings, slots, or notches) in the seat shell In an exemplary implementation, the mechanical restraint points significantly improve crash test performance. and to reduce injury criteria, infant car seats and representative infants (e.g., human-shaped It is specifically positioned based on the system center of gravity of the test device (ATD). In some implementations, the mechanical restraint point of the anchor system is a first point through the center of gravity. The connector of the anchoring system engages with an anchor at the edge of the vehicle seat below the vehicle. The anchor points are positioned on a plane defined by a second axis passing through the anchor points. This particular positioning of the car system's mechanical restraint points ensures that the infant's head and chest are protected from the elements during a crash. Not only does it reduce the magnitude of the force applied, but more specifically, it reduces the infant's (relative to vertical) position during a collision. It has been observed to reduce rotational displacement of the car seat back. The mechanical restraint points of the anchor system prevent the rotation of the infant car seat back during a collision. Ensure that the displacement is less than 70 degrees to the vertical.

[0037] In summary, the inventive infant car seat system described herein is particularly suitable for ride-hailing vehicles. Traditional infant car seat systems when using a car seat carrier or ride-sharing service First, the infant car seat system offers several advantages that address the limitations of the The connector is configured to quickly and securely attach an infant car seat to a vehicle seat. anchor system with a curved rocker bottom and To easily compensate for different types of vehicle seats and / or different seat pan angles The adjustable feet may be included if the infant car seat meets the CPS "inch test" Ensure that the seat is securely attached to the vehicle seat (so that it passes the "Test and Regulations"). 2. The infant car seat system may include one or more release actuators. This allows for a quick disconnect for easy removal of the infant car seat system from the vehicle. Third, a storage compartment can be integrated into the infant car seat to allow the infant to Hanging and / or exposed components within the car seat system Fourth, the infant car seat can be attached directly to the vehicle seat. This allows parents and / or caregivers to install and operate an infant car seat system in a vehicle. The infant in the infant car seat can be supervised while the seat is being installed or removed. by removing the detachable vehicle mounting base from the infant car seat system. Components that parents and / or caregivers must carry and store while traveling with their infant The number of components decreases.

[0038] The various features of the infant car seat system disclosed herein provide a convenient and safe way to transport an infant. may, among other things, facilitate the use of ride-hailing or ride-sharing services; However, these systems are not suitable for ride-hailing or ride-sharing services and and / or is not limited to applicability to hire transport services only. Parents and caregivers can easily benefit from using the disclosed infant car seat system in their own vehicles. and in doing so, benefit from the benefits of an otherwise conventional infant car seat system. The removable vehicle mounting base saves valuable space in the back seat of your car that would otherwise be used. The pace is also freed up.

[0039] In summary, one implementation is an infant car seat system (100x) having a front ( an infant car seat (102) having a rear side (102A) and a rear side (102B), The infant car seat is loaded into and unloaded from the vehicle (500) and the front of the infant car seat faces the rear of the vehicle. In this way, the infant is transported safely in the vehicle, and the first curved rocker bottom (107A) A first seat shell rail (106A) having a curved rocker bottom (10 a second seat shell rail (106B) having a carrying handle (112B); ) and a first carrying handle for attaching the carrying handle to the infant car seat. Attach the carrying handle and the attachment mechanism (114A) to the infant car seat. and a second carrying handle attachment mechanism (114B) for attaching the carrying handle to the baby's and a removable base (102) connected to the infant car seat. without using the seat (20), without using the vehicle seat belt, and in the front of the infant car seat Requires the infant car seat to face the rear of the vehicle, and the An anchoring system (104) that tightly fits and secures the baby car seat a first seat shell rail between the front of the seat and the first carrying handle attachment mechanism; a first vehicle arm of the vehicle seat, the first vehicle arm being mechanically coupled to and restrained by a first portion of the arm; a first infant car seat anchor (104A) that mechanically engages the car (52A); a second seat between the front of the infant car seat and the second carrying handle attachment mechanism a second portion of the vehicle seat that is mechanically coupled to and restrained by the first portion of the shell rail; a second infant car seat anchor (10) that mechanically engages with the vehicle anchor (52B) of the first 4B), and an anchor system (104) comprising a first seat shell rail and a second seat shell rail. Adjustable feet positioned close to the front of the infant car seat between the seat shell rails (170) and an anchor system used to secure an infant car seat to a vehicle seat When not in use, the first infant car seat anchor and the second infant car seat anchor At least one storage area (160) for storing a car seat and an infant car seat. and at least one actuator (180) coupled to the anchoring system, and a first infant car seat arm through a single actuation of the at least one actuator. releasing the infant carriage from mechanical engagement with the first vehicle anchor; and releasing the vehicle anchor from mechanical engagement with the second vehicle anchor, at least and an actuator (180). Regarding x).

[0040] Another implementation is an infant car seat system (100) having a front (102A) and An infant car seat (102) having a front and rear side (102B) for transporting an infant in a vehicle (50 0), and then place the infant car seat in the vehicle with the front facing the rear of the vehicle. It has a center of gravity (330A) and a carrying handle (112) for safe transport of infants inside. a first carrying handle for attaching the carrying handle to a first side of the infant car seat; The carrying handle attachment mechanism (114A) and the carrying handle are attached to the second and a second carrying handle attachment mechanism (114B) for attachment to the side of the and a car seat (102) connected to the car seat and An infant carriage for transporting an infant in a vehicle without a detachable base (20) Not using a vehicle seat belt that spans the top of the baby while in the car and The front of the seat faces the rear of the vehicle, and the infant car seat is directly attached to the vehicle seat (50). An anchor system (104) that fits tightly to the first restraining pole and secures it to the a first vehicle anchor of the vehicle seat connected to the infant car seat at the point (322A); a first infant car seat anchor (104A) that mechanically engages with the first The seat is connected to the infant car seat at a second restraint point (322B) that is different from the restraint point. and a second infant car seat that mechanically engages with a second vehicle anchor (52B) of the vehicle seat. and a port anchor (104B), and the first restraint point and the second restraint point are , the rear side of the infant car seat in a direction away from the backrest (56) of the vehicle seat during a collision. At least partially at the center of gravity of the infant car seat so as to significantly reduce rotation and an anchor system (104) each positioned relative to the infant car seat based on the , the infant car seat in the direction of the backrest of the vehicle seat during installation of the infant car seat in the vehicle. The seat is positioned close to the front of the infant car seat to significantly reduce rearward rotation of the seat. An adjustment foot (170) for attaching to a vehicle seat back or seat pan (58). and providing adjustable leverage for at least one of the following to ensure a tight fit to the vehicle seat. and at least one of an adjustable telescopic mechanism and an adjustable rotation mechanism to facilitate and an adjustable foot (170) including one of the adjustable feet (100). ) regarding.

[0041] Another implementation is an infant car seat system having a front (102A) and a rear ( An infant car seat (102) having a first seat shell rail (102B) 106A) and a second seat shell rail (106B) (102) and the infant car seat are connected to each other to form a tight fit. The infant car seat is attached to the vehicle seat (50) without using the removable base (20) of the An anchor system (104) that attaches directly to the first seat shell rail and a rigid cross member (104D) passing through the first and second seat shell rails, and a first seat shell rail (104B) of the vehicle seat; a first infant attached to a rigid cross member for mechanical engagement with a vehicle anchor (52A); A car seat anchor (104A) for a vehicle, wherein the first anchor is defined by a rigid cross member. a first infant car seat anchor (104A) rotatable about a rotation axis; Attached to the rigid cross member for mechanical engagement with a second vehicle anchor (52B) in the vehicle seat. and a second infant car seat anchor (104B), the second anchor being: a second infant car seat arm that is rotatable about an axis of rotation defined by the rigid cross member; An infant carrier comprising an anchor system (104) and an anchor (104B). - Regarding seat systems.

[0042] Another implementation is an infant car seat system having a front (102A) and a rear ( 102B) for carrying an infant in and out of a vehicle; This allows the front of the infant car seat to face the rear of the vehicle and safely transport the infant in the vehicle. and a first seat shell rail (107A) having a first curved rocker bottom (107B). 106A) and a second seat shell having a second curved rocker bottom (107B). The rail (106B), the carrying handle (112), and the carrying handle are attached to the first a first carrying handle attachment mechanism (114) for attachment to a seat shell rail; A) and a second carrying handle for attaching the carrying handle to the second seat shell rail. and a ring handle attachment mechanism (114B). Attaches to the infant car seat for a tight fit and allows the infant car seat to be removed The infant car seat can be attached directly to the vehicle seat (50) of the vehicle without the use of a removable base (20). An anchoring system (104) that is permanently attached to the infant car seat At least one belt (104C) attached to the baby carrier, having an adjustable length, -First seat shell level between the front of the seat and the first carrying handle attachment mechanism the first part of the handle or the front of the infant car seat and the second carrying handle attachment a first portion of the second seat shell rail between the seat and the mounting mechanism, At least one belt and at least one belt-attached device that are mechanically restrained by the a first infant carrier that is mechanically engaged with a first vehicle anchor (52A) of the vehicle seat; - Seat anchor (104A) and at least one belt attached to the vehicle seat a second infant car seat anchor that mechanically engages with a second vehicle anchor (52B) of the (104B) and an anchor system (104) Regarding the system.

[0043] Another implementation is an infant car seat system having at least one storage area (1 60A) and a baby car seat (102) connected to the baby car seat and The removable base (20) of the infant car seat can be fitted to the infant. An anchor system (104) for directly attaching a car seat to a vehicle seat (50). and at least one belt permanently attached to the infant car seat (104C). At least one belt having an adjustable length; and at least one belt and a first vehicle anchor (52A) attached to the vehicle seat and mechanically engaging with a first vehicle anchor (52A) of the vehicle seat. Infant car seat anchor (104A) and at least one belt-attached a second vehicle anchor (52B) for mechanically engaging with a second vehicle anchor (52B) of the vehicle seat; and an anchor system (104) including a baby anchor (104B). At least one car seat storage area must have an anchoring system to secure the infant car seat to the vehicle. When not in use, attach the first infant car seat anchor and and a second infant car seat anchor, This document relates to a car seat system for children.

[0044] Another implementation is an infant car seat system having a front (102A) and a rear ( An infant car seat (102) having a first seat shell rail (102B) 106A), a second seat shell rail (106B), and a first seat shell rail An adjustment frame is positioned adjacent to the front of the infant car seat between the second seat shell rail and the and a seat cushion (170) for attaching to the infant car seat (102). Use the removable base of the infant car seat (20) for a tight fit. The infant car seat is attached directly to the vehicle seat (50) without the need for an anchor system ( 104), a first vehicle anchor (52A) that mechanically engages with a first vehicle anchor (52A) of the vehicle seat. and a second vehicle anchor (52B) for the vehicle seat. and a second infant car seat anchor (104B) that mechanically engages the first anchor (104A). and a car seat system (104).

[0045] Another implementation is an infant car seat system, comprising an infant car seat (102) and Attaches to the infant car seat for a tight fit and allows the infant car seat to be removed The infant car seat can be attached directly to the vehicle seat (50) without the use of a removable base (20). An anchor system (104) for a vehicle seat, comprising: a first vehicle anchor (52A) for a vehicle seat; a first infant car seat anchor (104A) that mechanically engages with the first vehicle seat anchor (104B); a second infant car seat anchor (10) that mechanically engages with the second vehicle anchor (52B); 4C), and an anchor system (104) comprising an infant car seat and anchors. At least one actuator (180) coupled to the system, A single actuation of one actuator will connect the first infant car seat anchor to the first car seat. and releasing the second infant car seat anchor from the mechanical engagement with both anchors. and releasing the vehicle from mechanical engagement with the vehicle anchor. and a controller (180).

[0046] Another implementation is an infant car seat (102) having a first flat bottom. a first seat shell rail (106A) and a first seat shell rail (106B) coupled to the first seat shell rail; and a second sheet having a second flat bottom. a second extensible seat shell rail (106B) coupled to the second seat shell rail; The present invention relates to an infant car seat (102) having a curved rocker (190B).

[0047] All combinations of the above concepts and the additional concepts discussed in more detail below are (provided that such concepts are not mutually exclusive), It is understood that the present invention is considered to be part of the present invention, particularly as set forth in the claims appearing at the end of this disclosure. All combinations of the subject matter disclosed herein are considered to be part of the inventive subject matter disclosed herein. Also, terms used expressly in any disclosure incorporated by reference are It is understood that the meaning must be given in a manner that is most consistent with the particular concepts disclosed herein. I want to be.

[0048] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the drawings are primarily for illustrative purposes and that the It will be understood that the drawings are not intended to limit the scope of the present subject matter. In some instances, not necessarily to scale, various of the inventive subject matter disclosed herein may be used. Certain aspects may be exaggerated or enlarged in the drawings to facilitate understanding of the different features. In the drawings, like reference characters generally indicate like features (e.g., functionally similar). , and / or structurally similar elements). [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0049] [Figure 1A] FIG. 1A shows a conventional infant car seat system. [Figure 1B] FIG. 1B shows a removable vehicle mounting base for the conventional infant car seat system of FIG. 1A. [Figure 1C] FIG. 1C shows an example of a belt anchor that can be used with the removable vehicle installation base shown in FIG. 1B. [Figure 1D] FIG. 1D shows an example of a rigid anchor that can be used with the removable vehicle mounting base shown in FIG. 1B. [Figure 2A] FIG. 2A shows a vehicle in which the infant car seat system of the present invention according to various exemplary implementations disclosed herein is installed without the use of a removable vehicle installation base and without the use of a vehicle seat belt. [Figure 2B] FIG. 2B illustrates an example of an infant car seat system coupled to a vehicle seat of the vehicle of FIG. 2A according to one implementation of the present invention. [Figure 2C] FIG. 2C shows a diagram of a typical vehicle seat and under-vehicle anchors that the infant car seat system of FIG. 2A engages. [Figure 2D] FIG. 2D shows a diagram of a typical vehicle seat lower anchor in the vehicle seat of FIG. 2C. [Figure 2E] FIG. 2E illustrates an example of an infant car seat system according to another implementation of the present invention. [Figure 2F-1] FIG. 2F-1 shows an example of an infant car seat system according to another implementation of the present invention. [Figure 2F-2] FIG. 2F-2 shows an example of an infant car seat system according to another implementation of the present invention. [Figure 3A] FIG. 3A shows a perspective view of an infant car seat system similar to that shown in FIG. 2A, with an anthropomorphic testing device (ATD) positioned in the infant car seat of the system. [Figure 3B-1] FIG. 3B-1 shows diagrams representing the change in center of gravity of the infant car seat itself, as well as the infant car seat and different combinations of ATDs placed on the infant car seat. [Figure 3B-2] FIG. 3B-2 shows respective diagrams representing the change in center of gravity of the infant car seat itself, as well as the combination of different ATDs placed on the infant car seat and the infant car seat. [Figure 3B-3] FIG. 3B-3 shows respective diagrams representing the change in center of gravity of the infant car seat itself, as well as the combination of different ATDs placed on the infant car seat and the infant car seat. [Figure 3B-4] 3B-4 show respective diagrams representing the change in center of gravity of the infant car seat itself, as well as the combination of different ATDs placed on the infant car seat and the infant car seat. [Figure 3C] FIG. 3C shows a side view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 3A before a crash (the "pre-crash" state). [Figure 3D] FIG. 3D shows the same side view of FIG. 3C after a collision force has been applied to the vehicle seat and infant car seat system. [Figure 3E] FIG. 3E shows a side view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 3A showing an approximation of the reference plane used to locate the mechanical restraint points of the anchoring system on the infant car seat. [Figure 4A] Figure 4A shows a side view of an exemplary infant car seat system corresponding to the infant car seat system of Figure 3A undergoing a crash test. The anchor system is shown coupled to the infant car seat at position P1. [Figure 4B]4B shows a side view of an exemplary infant car seat system corresponding to the infant car seat system of FIG. 3A undergoing a crash test. The anchor system is shown coupled to the infant car seat at a position P2 that is higher along the infant car seat than P1. [Figure 4C] 4C shows a side view of an exemplary infant car seat system corresponding to the infant car seat system of FIG. 3A undergoing a crash test. The anchor system is shown coupled to the infant car seat at a position P3 that is higher along the infant car seat than P2. [Figure 5] FIG. 5 illustrates an infant car seat system of the present invention according to another exemplary implementation, including an integrated anchor system, release actuator, storage compartment, and adjustment feet. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a rigid anchor system. [Figure 7A] FIG. 7A shows a variation of the infant car seat system of FIG. 6 in which the seat anchor includes a twist knob for actuating the seat anchor. [Figure 7B] FIG. 7B shows an enlarged view of the sheet anchor of FIG. 7A. [Figure 8A] FIG. 8A shows a variation of the infant car seat system of FIG. 6 in which the seat anchor includes a push button mechanism for activating the seat anchor. [Figure 8B] FIG. 8B shows an enlarged view of the sheet anchor of FIG. 8A. [Figure 9] FIG. 9 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a rotationally and translationally adjustable rigid anchor system. [Figure 10A] FIG. 10A shows an exploded view of an exemplary anchor system in which the rigid anchor is translationally adjustable relative to the rigid cross-member. [Figure 10B] FIG. 10B shows a perspective view of the assembled anchor system of FIG. 10A. [Figure 11]FIG. 11 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a rigid anchor system and a release actuator attached to the rear of the infant car seat. [Figure 12] FIG. 12 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a rigid anchor system and a release actuator attached to the carrying handle of the infant car seat. [Figure 13] FIG. 13 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a side storage compartment for storing seat anchors within the anchor system. [Figure 14A] 14A shows a top perspective view of an exemplary infant car seat system with a telescoping anchor system and side storage compartments, with the anchor system shown in the stowed position. [Figure 14B] FIG. 14B shows a top perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 14A with the anchoring system shown in the operative position. [Figure 14C] FIG. 14C shows a bottom perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 14B. [Figure 14D] FIG. 14D shows a top view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 14B. [Figure 14E] FIG. 14E shows a bottom view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 14B. [Figure 14F] FIG. 14F shows a front view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 14B. [Figure 14G] FIG. 14G shows a right side view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 14B. [Figure 15A] FIG. 15A shows a top perspective view of the infant car seat in the infant car seat system of FIG. 14A. [Figure 15B] FIG. 15B shows a bottom perspective view of the infant car seat of FIG. 15A. [Figure 15C] FIG. 15C shows a top view of the infant car seat of FIG. 15A. [Figure 15D] FIG. 15D shows a bottom view of the infant car seat of FIG. 15A. [Figure 15E] FIG. 15E shows a front view of the infant car seat of FIG. 15A. [Figure 15F] FIG. 15F shows a right side view of the infant car seat of FIG. 15A. [Figure 16A] FIG. 16A shows a top perspective view of the anchoring system of FIG. 14A in a stowed position. [Figure 16B] FIG. 16B shows a top perspective view of the anchoring system of FIG. 16A in an operating position. [Figure 16C] FIG. 16C shows a top view of the anchor system of FIG. 16A. [Figure 16D] FIG. 16D shows an exploded top perspective view of the anchor system of FIG. 16A. [Figure 16E] FIG. 16E shows a cross-sectional view of the anchor system corresponding to plane AA of FIG. 16C. [Figure 17] FIG. 17 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a front storage compartment for storing seat anchors within the anchor system. [Figure 18A] 18A shows a top perspective view of an exemplary infant car seat system with a telescoping anchor system and a front storage compartment, with the anchor system shown in the stowed position. [Figure 18B] FIG. 18B shows a top perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 18A with the anchoring system shown in the operative position. [Figure 18C] FIG. 18C shows a bottom perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 18B. [Figure 18D] FIG. 18D shows a top view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 18B. [Figure 18E] FIG. 18E shows a bottom view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 18B. [Figure 18F] FIG. 18F shows a front view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 18B. [Figure 18G] FIG. 18G shows a right side view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 18B. [Figure 19A]FIG. 19A shows a top perspective view of the infant car seat in the infant car seat system of FIG. 18A. [Figure 19B] FIG. 19B shows a bottom perspective view of the infant car seat of FIG. 19A. [Figure 19C] FIG. 19C shows a top view of the infant car seat of FIG. 19A. [Figure 19D] FIG. 19D shows a bottom view of the infant car seat of FIG. 19A. [Figure 19E] FIG. 19E shows a front view of the infant car seat of FIG. 19A. [Figure 19F] FIG. 19F shows a right side view of the infant car seat of FIG. 19A. [Figure 20] FIG. 20 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a front storage compartment and anchoring system with telescoping rail guides. [Figure 21A] 21A shows a top perspective view of an exemplary infant car seat system with a telescoping anchor system with telescoping rail guides and a front storage compartment, with the anchor system shown in the stowed position. [Figure 21B] FIG. 21B shows a top perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 21A with the anchoring system shown in the operative position. [Figure 21C] FIG. 21C shows a bottom perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 21A. [Figure 21D] FIG. 21D shows a top view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 21A. [Figure 21E] FIG. 21E shows a bottom view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 21A. [Figure 21F] FIG. 21F shows a front view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 21A. [Figure 21G] FIG. 21G shows a right side view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 21A. [Figure 21H] FIG. 21H shows a cross-sectional view of the infant car seat system corresponding to plane AA of FIG. 21D. [Figure 22A]FIG. 22A shows a top perspective view of the infant car seat in the infant car seat system of FIG. 21A. [Figure 22B] FIG. 22B shows a bottom perspective view of the infant car seat of FIG. 22A. [Figure 22C] FIG. 22C shows a top view of the infant car seat of FIG. 22A. [Figure 22D] FIG. 22D shows a bottom view of the infant car seat of FIG. 22A. [Figure 22E] FIG. 22E shows a front view of the infant car seat of FIG. 22A. [Figure 22F] FIG. 22F shows a right side view of the infant car seat of FIG. 22A. [Figure 23A] FIG. 23A shows a top perspective view of the anchoring system in the infant car seat system of FIG. 21A. [Figure 23B] FIG. 23B shows a top view of the anchoring system of FIG. 23A with the telescoping rail guide in the retracted position. [Figure 23C] FIG. 23C shows an exploded top perspective view of the anchoring system of FIG. 23A. [Figure 23D] FIG. 23D shows an exploded bottom perspective view of the anchoring system of FIG. 23A. [Figure 23E] FIG. 23E shows a top perspective view of the telescoping rail guide in the anchoring system of FIG. 23A in the retracted position. [Figure 23F] FIG. 23F shows a top perspective view of the telescoping rail guide in the anchoring system of FIG. 23A in the extended position. [Figure 23G] FIG. 23G shows a cross-sectional view of the telescopic rail guide of FIG. 23F corresponding to plane AA of FIG. 23B. [Figure 24A] FIG. 24A shows a left side view of a prototype infant car seat system corresponding to the infant car seat system of FIG. [Figure 24B] FIG. 24B shows a top perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 24A. [Figure 24C] FIG. 24C shows a right side view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 24A. [Figure 24D] FIG. 24D shows a bottom perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 24A. [Figure 25A] FIG. 25A shows a top left perspective view of a prototype infant car seat system with a release actuator corresponding to the infant car seat system of FIG. 11 mounted on a vehicle seat. [Figure 25B] FIG. 25B shows a close-up view of the anchor system and vehicle seat anchors in the infant car seat system of FIG. 25A. [Figure 25C] FIG. 25C shows a top left perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 25A removed from the vehicle seat. [Figure 25D] FIG. 25D shows a top, front, left perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 25C. [Figure 25E] FIG. 25E shows a top, front perspective view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 25C. [Figure 26] FIG. 26 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt and anchor system, where the belt is routed through openings in each seat shell rail of the infant car seat. [Figure 27] FIG. 27 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system, where each seat anchor has a corresponding belt routed through an opening in the seat shell rail of the infant car seat. [Figure 28] FIG. 28 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt and anchor system where the belt is routed through the vehicle seat path. [Figure 29] FIG. 29 shows a variation of the infant car seat system of FIG. 28 that includes tethers on both sides of the infant car seat. [Figure 30] FIG. 30 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt and anchor system, where each seat anchor has a corresponding belt routed through a portion of the vehicle seat path. [Figure 31]FIG. 31 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system, where each seat anchor has a corresponding belt attached to the seat rim of the infant car seat. [Figure 32] FIG. 32 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt and anchor system where the belt is routed through the infant car seat between the seat shell and the seat pad. [Figure 33] FIG. 33 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system, where each seat anchor has a corresponding belt that is fastened via a cam lock mechanism located on each side of the infant car seat. [Figure 34] FIG. 34 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and cam lock pulley mechanism, with the strap of the cam lock pulley mechanism secured to the infant car seat and wrapped around the belt of the belt anchor system. [Figure 35] FIG. 35 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and cam lock pulley mechanism, in which the strap of the cam lock pulley mechanism forms a loop that is wrapped around the belt of the belt anchor system. [Figure 36] FIG. 36 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and cam lock pulley mechanism, where the straps of the cam lock pulley mechanism are sewn directly to the belt of the belt anchor system. [Figure 37] FIG. 37 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt and anchor system, where each seat anchor has a corresponding belt and a corresponding cam lock mechanism. [Figure 38] FIG. 38 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system in which each seat anchor has a corresponding belt sewn together into a single cam lock mechanism. [Figure 39A]FIG. 39A shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and an integrated ratchet mechanism. [Figure 39B] FIG. 39B shows the infant car seat system of FIG. 39A with the ratchet mechanism activated. [Figure 40] FIG. 40 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and a spring-assisted retractor and spool. [Figure 41A] FIG. 41A shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and a release actuator attached to the rear of the infant car seat. [Figure 41B] FIG. 41B shows a diagram of the release actuator in the infant car seat system of FIG. 41A. [Figure 42] FIG. 42 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and a release actuator attached to the carrying handle of the infant car seat. [Figure 43] FIG. 43 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and a release actuator attached to the side of the infant car seat. [Figure 44] FIG. 44 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system corresponding to the infant car seat system of FIG. 33 and a release actuator with a cable routed inside the webbing of the belt within the anchor system. [Figure 45] FIG. 45 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and a side storage compartment in the infant car seat for storing the seat anchors in the anchor system. [Figure 46] FIG. 46 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and a storage compartment located within the rocker cavity of the infant car seat for storing the seat anchors in the anchor system. [Figure 47]FIG. 47 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and one or more pins located on the outer side of the infant car seat to store the seat anchor in the anchor system. [Figure 48] FIG. 48 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and a front storage compartment located under the seat pan and between each seat shell rail for storing the seat anchors in the anchor system. [Figure 49] FIG. 49 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system and respective front storage compartments located in each seat shell rail for storing the respective seat anchors in the anchor system. [Figure 50] FIG. 50 shows a right side view of an exemplary infant car seat system with an adjustment foot for adjusting the recline angle of the infant car seat relative to the vehicle seat. [Figure 51A] FIG. 51A shows an exemplary infant car seat system with telescoping adjustable feet. [Figure 51B] FIG. 51B shows a bottom view of the infant car seat system of FIG. 51A in which the adjustment foot is also used as a storage location for one or more seat anchors in the anchor system. [Figure 52] FIG. 52 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with rotatable adjustable feet. [Figure 53] FIG. 53 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with pop-out rocker feet located on each seat shell rail of the infant car seat. [Figure 54] FIG. 54 shows an exemplary infant car seat system with an anchoring system that includes a mini-base that is separate from the infant car seat for greater portability. [Figure 55A]FIG. 55A shows a flowchart and screenshots from an app for a ride-hailing / ride-sharing method including an infant car seat system according to various implementations disclosed herein. [Figure 55B] FIG. 55B shows a flowchart and screenshots from an app for a ride-hailing / ride-sharing method including an infant car seat system according to various implementations disclosed herein. [Figure 55C] FIG. 55C shows a flowchart and screenshots from an app for a ride-hailing / ride-sharing method including an infant car seat system according to various implementations disclosed herein. [Figure 56] FIG. 56 shows a flowchart and screenshots from an app for a ride-hailing / ride-sharing method including an infant car seat system according to various implementations disclosed herein. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0050] The following applies without using the detachable vehicle installation base and without using the vehicle's seat belt. with an integrated anchor system to secure the infant car seat to the vehicle seat without Various concepts and implementations relating to infant car seat systems, including infant car seats The various concepts introduced above and discussed in more detail below are It should be understood that the present invention may be implemented in numerous ways. Examples of specific implementations and applications will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art. Provided primarily for illustrative purposes to allow practitioners to practice obvious implementations and alternatives It has been done.

[0051] The figures and exemplary implementations described below are not intended to limit the scope of implementations of the present invention to a single implementation. It is not intended to be limiting to the embodiments described or illustrated. Other implementations are possible by interchanging the above. If certain elements of a In the examples, only the portions of such known components necessary for understanding the implementation are described, and Such known components have been omitted so as not to obscure the implementation of the present invention.

[0052] In the following description, various embodiments of the infant car seat system of the present invention are provided, and The embodiment or set of embodiments may include an infant car seat, a rigid anchor system, a belt-attached Includes anchor system, release actuator, storage compartment, adjustable feet, pop 1. Infant car seat system according to claim 1, wherein the outer rocker bottom is a seat belt. One or more features discussed in connection with a given embodiment of the present disclosure may be incorporated into an infant car according to the present disclosure. Other embodiments of the seating system may be used, and as a result, various of the seating systems disclosed herein may be used. In a given infant car seat system according to the present disclosure, the features may be It should be understood that the methods and methods described above may be readily combined (provided they are not inconsistent).

[0053] <Infant car seat system with integrated anchor system> FIG. 2A illustrates an infant carriage of the present invention according to various exemplary implementations disclosed herein. A vehicle 500 (e.g., a ride-hail vehicle) including a vehicle seat 50 in which the seating system 100 is installed. FIG. 2A also shows a breastfeeding device in a vehicle seat 50 as an inset. An enlarged view of the infant car seat system 100 is shown (further details of this inset are shown in FIG. 50). (Discussed in more detail below in relation to this.)

[0054] FIG. 2B shows an infant car seat 102 secured to the vehicle seat 100 via an integrated anchor system 104. An embodiment of an infant car seat system 100 secured to a vehicle seat 50 of a vehicle 500 in A. The vehicle seat 50 includes a vehicle backrest 56, a vehicle seat pan 58, and a seat The seat edge 54 (i.e., the intersection of the backrest 56 and the seat pan 58) is The stem 104 can be mounted without a removable vehicle mounting base and (e.g., when the baby is in the vehicle) Do not place the baby's legs, knees or upper pelvis on the seat when in the car seat for transporting in both directions. (passing through) securing the infant car seat 102 to the vehicle seat 50 without using the vehicle seat belt In various exemplary implementations described in detail herein, anchor system 1 04 without the use of a detachable base (and without the use of the vehicle seat belt) Installing an infant car seat nevertheless meets the CPS "inch test" This helps ensure that the seat provides a tight fit to the vehicle seat 50.

[0055] The anchor system 104 secures the infant car seat 102 to the vehicle seat 50. For the sake of preamble, the infant car seat system 100 is an infant car seat system as described in later figures. may be present in various other embodiments of the seating system (e.g., the release arms described in more detail below). actuator, one or more storage compartments, and / or adjustable feet 2A and 2B. Thus, the infant car seat 102 is secured to the vehicle seat 50 in a rear-facing orientation, and the infant The front portion 102A of the infant car seat 102 faces the vehicle backrest 56, and the infant car seat 10 The rear side 102B of the seat 2 faces away from the vehicle seat back.

[0056] In the embodiment of FIG. 2B, the infant car seat 102 includes a backrest 120 and a seat pan 110. 22, and a seat shell 103 and a seat shell rim 108 that together define the seat The pad is positioned to support an infant placed in the seat 102. In the illustrated embodiment, the seat shell 103 defines a backrest and a seat pan, and is a seat for an infant. It can be a single substantially solid or partially hollow structure that supports the pad (Figure 2F-1 and 2F-2, which are further described below. In another embodiment, the The seat shell 103 has a seat on each side of the infant car seat 102 so that As can be easily seen in FIG. 2B, the shell rails 106A and 106B may be included. The car seat rails 106A and 106B are used to secure the infant car seat to the vehicle seat 50. When the seat shell is seated, the seat shell contacts the vehicle seat pan 58. In some implementations, the seat shell The rockers 106A and 106B are fitted with corresponding curved rocker bottoms 107A and 107B, respectively. and 170B, which provide a rocking motion when the infant car seat is used outside the vehicle. If present (e.g. in a home environment), the infant can be made comfortable.

[0057] The infant car seat 102 of the embodiment of FIG. 2B also includes attachment mechanisms 114A and 114B. B to the opposite side of the seat shell 103 (e.g., seat shell rails 106A and 106B). The mounting mechanisms 114A and 114B are configured to allow the carrying handle 112 to be attached to the seat shell 103. The attachment mechanism 11 may be rotated relative to the 4A and 114B also secure the carrying handle 112 to the seat shell 103. It may include an integral locking mechanism to maintain the desired orientation.

[0058] As shown in the embodiment of FIG. 2B, the integrated anchor of the infant car seat system 100 The system 104 is generally mounted to the lower front portion of the seat shell 103. In the illustrated embodiment, the anchor system 104 is a rigid anchor system, while in other embodiments In an example, the anchor system may be a belted anchor system (rigid and belted). Both bolted and bolted anchor systems are described in more detail below in relation to the various figures. In FIG. 2B, the anchor system 104 is attached to the seat shell rail 103 of the seat shell 103. Rotatable to mechanical restraint points 322A and 322B on O6A and 106B respectively The seat includes a pair of seat anchors 104A and 104B that are functionally coupled to the seat. As shown, two restraint points 322A and 322B are provided on the infant car seat 102 of FIG. Although shown on each side of the anchor system 104, in other exemplary implementations, More commonly, one or more seats that are not necessarily located on the sides of the infant car seat It can be connected to an infant car seat with mechanical restraint points (see, e.g., Figures 2F-1 and 2F-2). See F-2).

[0059] The seat anchors 104A and 104B of the anchor system 103 are generally elongated. 324A and 324B, respectively. Corresponding under-vehicle anchors 52A and 52B within or adjacent to the edges 54 of both seats In this way, the anchor system 1 04 without using a removable vehicle installation base and without using the vehicle seat belt Additionally, the infant car seat 102 can be directly coupled to the vehicle seat 50. Seat anchors 104A and 104B are used to secure the seat to the vehicle for removing the infant car seat. Attach the seat anchors 104A and 104B to the vehicle seat anchors 52A and 52B. The device may include a release mechanism (e.g., a button, knob, or slidable tab) to release the switch. or coupled thereto). In various implementations, the seat anchor 104A and 104B and under vehicle anchors 52A and 52B comply with established safety standards and / or or can be configured to meet regulations, examples of which include, but are not limited to: Includes LATCH, ISOFIX, LUAS, and UCSS standards.

[0060] In an exemplary implementation (e.g., as further described below in connection with FIGS. 3A and 3C), 104A and 104B are configured and positioned to form an anchor system. The mechanical restraint points of the seat 104 are located within or adjacent to the seat edge 54. specifically positioned for relatively easy engagement with both seat anchors 52A and 52B, In addition, the seat anchor 104A and and 104B are configured and arranged such that the mechanical restraint points are seat anchors 104A and 104B. and 104B engage with vehicle under anchors 52A and 52B, the infant car seat A tight fit between the system 100 and the vehicle seat 50 occurs (e.g., The infant car seat system is specifically designed to pass the CPS "inch test." It will be placed.

[0061] In one aspect, the sheet anchors 104A and 104B in the anchor system 104 are: Alignment of vehicle under-anchors 52A and 52B with standard placement within vehicle seat 50 For example, FIG. 2C shows under-vehicle anchors 52A-52B, Standard car with three sets (pairs): 52C-52D, and 52E-52F 2C shows a view of both seats 50. As shown in FIG. 2C, each pair of under-vehicle anchors , within the seat edge 54 of the vehicle seat 50 between the vehicle backrest 56 and the vehicle seat pan 58 The location of the vehicle underside anchor is within the seat edge 54 of the vehicle seat. When placed at or near the anchoring system of the infant car seat system 100, The system 104 is generally disposed at the front lower portion of the seat shell 103 and serves as an anchor under the vehicle. (e.g., seat anchors 104A and 104B are and arranged along the front lower sides of the first and second seat shell rails 106A and 106B. (placed).

[0062] In FIG. 2C, under-vehicle anchors 52A-52B, 52C-52D, and 52E-52 Each pair of F corresponds to a particular seating position on the vehicle seat 50 (i.e., left, center, and right seating positions). The relative positions of the anchors 52A to 52F under the vehicle are 49CF Defined with respect to the Seating Reference Point (SgRP) in accordance with R § 571.3. The nominal center distance (e.g., For example, the distance "d" between a pair of lower anchors 52E to 52F is approximately 280 mm. Thus, the sheet anchors 104A and 104B in the anchor system 104 are similarly , may be arranged to have a center-to-center distance of about 280 mm.

[0063] FIG. 2D further shows an enlarged view of an individual under-vehicle anchor 52. As shown, the vehicle The lower anchor 52 is a U-shaped rail having a nominal width ranging from about 25 mm to about 60 mm. The seat anchors 104A and 104B of the anchor system 104 are Attaches to vehicle seat anchors 52 of different makes and / or models The seat 50 may be configured to ensure compatibility between different vehicle seats 50.

[0064] 2E and 2F-1 and 2F-2 illustrate an infant car according to another exemplary implementation of the present invention. FIG. 2E shows seat systems 100-1, 100-2, and 100-3. A system 100-1 substantially similar to that shown in FIG. 2B, but with a different configuration. The car system 104-1 includes seat anchors 104A and 104B. Mechanical restraint points 322A and 322B on each seat shell rail of seat 102-1 2F-1 and 2F-2B are formed as a unitary structure pivotally coupled to the casing 322A and 322B. 2, each infant car seat 102-2 and 102-3 is These infant car seats 102-2 and 102- 3 are provided with seat shells 103-2 and 103-3, respectively, A single, substantially central seat defining a backrest and seat pan and supporting an infant seat pad. The exemplary system 100-2 shown in FIG. 2F-1 is a solid or partially hollow structure. In the figure, the anchor system 104-2 is a mechanical restraint post on the front of the seat shell 103-2. 2F-2 is a rigid anchor system pivotally coupled to point 322-2. In the exemplary system 100-3, the anchor system 104-3 is The vehicle is pivotally and flexibly connected to a mechanical restraint point 322-3 on the front of 103-3. It is a bolted anchor system.

[0065] In the various embodiments of the infant car seat system discussed herein, the anchor system The stem 104 is the direct physical link between the vehicle seat 50 and the infant car seat 102. seat anchors 104A and 104B act as an infant seat in the event of a vehicle collision. It provides a single restraint for securing the car seat 102 to the vehicle seat 50. The exemplary system disclosed herein secures an infant car seat 102 to a vehicle seat 50. Eliminates the need for a removable vehicle mounting base or vehicle seat belt for installation In addition, they are also used for tethering (e.g., attaching an infant car seat to the top tether of a vehicle). -Top tether attached to the back of the infant car seat for attachment to the anchor trap) or load leg (e.g., the support leg between the infant car seat 102 and the vehicle floor) does not require or include other restraining devices such as a safety harness.

[0066] Therefore, the seat anchors 102 and 104 for the infant car seat 102 and the vehicle seat 50 The placement and orientation of 104A and 104B are at least partially responsible for the infant carriage's ability to withstand a crash. Various forces applied to the port 102 (e.g., forces that would be applied to the baby's head and chest, and the rotational displacement of the backrest 120 of the infant car seat relative to the vertical), and such forces Determine the dynamics of the infant car seat system resulting from the above. With the above in mind, In one aspect, the anchoring system may include one or more anchors based in part on the center of gravity of the infant car seat. or a plurality of specially located mechanical restraint points, so that the vehicle Significantly reduces the rearward rotation of the infant car seat away from the rear of the vehicle seat. (and significantly reduce other injury criteria related to forces on the infant's head and chest).

[0067] With improved crash performance and reduced injury criteria in mind, as mentioned above, the seat The placement and orientation of anchors 104A and 104B also and 104B with their respective under-vehicle anchors 52A and 52B. and taking into account the issues of ease of use and convenience for parents and / or caregivers. Furthermore, the placement and orientation of the seat anchors 104A and 104B are such that the installation Tie your infant car seat to your vehicle car seat so that it passes the PS "inch test." Therefore, the anchor system ensures a secure fit. By appropriately positioning one or more restraint points that are pivotally coupled to , improved crash performance and reduced injury criteria, tight fit to vehicle, and ease of installation All of this is realized.

[0068] In FIG. 2B, the center of gravity 330A of the infant car seat is located between the backrest 120 and the infant car seat. 102 near its intersection with the seat pan 122, which is the respective attachment mechanism 114A and 114B. As such, the center of gravity of an object is the point at which the weight of the object or system can be considered to act. (In uniform gravity, the center of gravity is the same as the center of mass of the object / system). Figure 2 In the exemplary system of FIG. B, the axes 328 are oriented toward each side of the infant car seat 102. The projection of the centroid 330A is taken to be a good approximation of the center of gravity 330A.

[0069] As can be easily seen in the perspective view of FIG. 2B, the first anchor of the first seat anchor 104A The bundle point 322A and the second restraint point 322B of the second seat anchor 104B is located closer to the front 102A of the infant car seat than to the rear 102B of the infant car seat. More specifically, the first restraint point 322A is located in front of the infant car seat. and a second restraining point disposed between the first carrying handle attachment mechanism 114A and the first carrying handle attachment mechanism 114B. The attachment point 322B is a second carrying handle attachment mechanism 11 that is attached to the front of the infant car seat. 4B. As also shown in FIG. 2B, the first infant car seat umbrella The car 104A mechanically engages the first under-vehicle anchor 52A, allowing the system to be attached to the vehicle. a first connecting end 324A that defines a first anchor point when attached; The second infant car seat anchor 104B is mechanically connected to the second lower vehicle anchor 52B. and defines a second anchor point when the system is installed in a vehicle. It has a second connecting end 324B.

[0070] In FIG. 2B, a line 326B extends from the mounting hub 114B to the shaft 328 and the second seat. It passes through the second connecting end 324B of the anchor 104B and extends to the vehicle underside anchor 52B. In the exemplary implementation, the second constraint point 322B is drawn as if it were a line 32 Although not visible in the perspective view of Figure 2B, a similar line is placed on the The shaft 328 and the first Passing through the first connecting end 324A of the seat anchor 104A to the vehicle underside anchor 52A. ), and the first constraint point 322A may be located above this line. The placement of mechanical restraint points 322A and 322B on this line is based, in part, on consideration of the center of gravity. Improved crash performance and reduced injury standards, and infant car seat systems and vehicles These concepts are based on ensuring a tight fit between the seat and the vehicle. This is further explained with the help of A.

[0071] FIG. 3A illustrates an infant car seat system 10 similar to that shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B. 1 shows a perspective view of the system 100, in which an Anthropomorphic Test Device (ATD) 40 is connected to an infant carriage of the system 100. 102 (and for clarity, vehicle seat 50 is not shown). As noted above, in the exemplary implementation, each seat anchor 104 A and 104B (e.g., points 322A and and 322B) are aligned with the center of gravity 330A of the infant car seat itself (see Figure 2B) or with the center of gravity of the infant. Center of gravity of the combined infant car seat and ATD40 placed in the infant car seat: 330 B (as shown in FIG. 3A). In one implementation, discussed further below, the mechanical restraint points of the seat anchors are replaced by The target-based center of gravity is determined by the seat pan offset and backrest offset of the infant car seat. Generally speaking, as mentioned above, the mechanical Restraint points are used to attach an infant car seat to the vehicle's upper tether anchors. without using the tether strap attached to the back of the infant car seat and Significantly improved crash performance and infant car seat without the use of load legs between the seat and the vehicle floor - each positioned to reduce the damage criteria of the sheet.

[0072] In FIG. 3A, the infant car seat 102 has a length that divides the infant car seat into left and right sections. The axis 320 (labeled as CG) has a hand plane 332 (also called the "sagittal plane"). The center of gravity 330B is perpendicular to the longitudinal plane of the infant car seat. Similarly, axis A is shown as being connected to respective seat anchors 104A and 104B. An anchor defined by first connecting end 324A and second connecting end 324B of The axis P passes through the first and second constraint points 322A and 322B. These three axes are connected to three planes in addition to the longitudinal plane 332: Define the plane AP, the plane P-CG, and the plane A-CG. This latter plane A-CG is It is referred to herein as the lower constraining interface 310 .

[0073] More specifically, the lower restraining interface 310 of the infant car seat is oriented along axis 320, the first vehicle First connection of first infant car seat anchor 104A when engaged with anchor 52A end 324A, and the second infant car seat when engaged with the second vehicle anchor 52B. The second connecting end 324B of the anchor 104B is defined by the second connecting end 324B. The first constraint point 322A and the second constraint point 322B through which the axis P passes are B is above the lower constraining interface 310.

[0074] In FIG. 3A, the center of gravity 330B is associated with the infant car seat and ATD 40 combination. However, as noted above, the infant carrier may be configured to define the lower restraining interface 310. Alternatively, the center of gravity 330A of the seat itself (see FIG. 2B) can be used. The center of gravity of the combination of the ATD40 and the infant car seat system is 330B. In its configuration, the ATD 40 accommodates different ages of infants that can be placed in the infant car seat 102. It can be one of several different types of ATD that represent age and / or size.

[0075] As a general observation, we have found that infant car seats have different ATDs than the infant car seat itself. Although the center of gravity changes between infant car seat combinations, these changes are relatively small relative to each other. In particular, the center of gravity of the infant car seat itself is located in the lower restraint area. It provides an appropriate standard for effectively defining the boundary surface 310, thereby ensuring sufficient crash performance. Specific placement of mechanical restraint points 322A and 322B to improve the safety and reduce injury criteria However, these results are based on the combination of infant car seats and different ATDs. Using the center of gravity of the pair to define the lower constraint boundary surface 310 may provide further improvement. To this end, in one exemplary implementation, the ATD 40 may The axis 320 passing through the center of gravity of the infant car seat and ATD combination is aligned along the infant car seat 102. For these purposes, the highest and most forward position can be selected. Examples of different ATDs that can be used in conjunction with an infant car seat to establish the center of gravity include: including, but not limited to, those defined in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, 49 C.F.R. § 572. Newborn test dummies, 6-month-old test dummies, 9-month-old test dummies Child Restraint Air Bag Interaction (CRABI) 12-Month Test Dummy Includes a Hybrid III three-year-old test dummy, or Hybrid III three-year-old test dummy, which is a reference (Newborn test dummies are covered by subpart K, §572.9 0, 572.91, and the 6-month-old infant test dummy is defined in subpart D, § 572 .25, and the 9-month-old infant test dummy is defined in subpart J, §§ 572.80 to 572.86, and the 12-month-old CRABI test dummy is covered by subpart R, Hybrid III 3-year-old test deck, as defined in §§ 572.150 through 572.155. Me dolls are defined in subpart P, §§572.140 through 572.146).

[0076] Figures 3B-1, 3B-2, 3B-3 and 3B-4 show the change in the center of gravity of the infant car seat itself. and the combination of different ATDs placed on infant car seats. 3B-1 shows a side view of the baby carrier, showing the mating of the carrier and the side view of the baby carrier. through the seat itself, the infant car seat, and through the center of gravity, running perpendicular to the longitudinal plane (i.e. 3B-2 shows an axis 320A (parallel to the plane of the drawing). and a neonatal test dummy, and an axis 320B passing through the center of gravity of the combination. Figure 3B-3 shows the combination of an infant car seat and a 12-month-old CRABI test dummy. 3B-4 shows the combination of the baby car and the axis 320C passing through the center of gravity of the combination. The combination of the seat and Hybrid III 3-year-old test dummy, and the combination of According to FMVSS-213, the crash test involves the use of a 320D axis passing through the center of gravity. Only the 12-month-old CRABI test dummy is required. However, for completeness, To ensure compliance with FMVSS-213 crash test requirements, hybrid The 3-year-old test dummy from Part III is also often used. As can be observed, the center of gravity changes, particularly with respect to carrier handle attachment mechanism 114B. Relatively little (so that carrier handle attachment mechanisms 114A and 114B The axis 328 shown in FIG. 2B passing through the (This is a good approximation of the axis 320.)

[0077] FIG. 3C illustrates the infant car seat system shown in FIG. 3A with the ATD 40 disposed therein. In FIG. 3C, the infant car seat system 100 is shown in a side view. and place the vehicle in a normal vehicle operating position that represents a "pre-crash" condition (i.e., before the crash). As shown in the series of drawings in FIG. 3B, the infant car seat 102 is secured to both seats 50. The longitudinal plane (sagittal plane) through which it passes is not explicitly shown, as it is parallel to the plane of the drawing. Thus, the lower constraining interface 310 is seen along the side of the plane, and thus, FIG. 3C 3C also shows the upper restraining interface 312 of the infant car seat. may be defined as being perpendicular to the lower constraining boundary surface 310 (passing through the center of gravity 330B). In the example of FIG. 3C, a first constraint point 322A and a second constraint point 322B are shown. The second constraint point 322B is located on the lower constraint boundary surface 310, more specifically, on the lower constraint It is particularly disposed between interface 310 and upper restraining interface 312 .

[0078] Figure 3C also shows arrows indicating the direction of the impact force during the impact. 1 shows the results for the infant car seat system 100 and the ATD40 after a crash force is applied. When a collision force is applied, the rear of the infant car seat moves in the direction shown in Figure 3D. The vehicle seat 50 rotates away from the seat back, but remains above the lower restraining interface 310. , and more specifically, the first constraining interface 310 between the lower constraining interface 310 and the upper constraining interface 312. and the specific positioning of the second restraint points 322A and 322B to provide protection for the infant during a crash. Ensure that the rotational displacement of the car seat back is less than 70 degrees relative to the vertical.

[0079] As can also be seen in FIG. 3C, we have determined the constraint points relative to the axis 320 passing through the center of gravity. The specific positioning of the interfaces 322A and 322B, and more specifically the lower restraining interface 310, Further refinement of the system will result in favorable improvements in crash performance and reduced injury criteria, as well as improved installation. This also makes it easier to install and allows the infant car seat to fit tightly into the vehicle seat. To this end, FIG. 3C also illustrates the seat edge 50 of the vehicle seat 50. 3C. A vertical plane 375 is shown passing through 4 (the vertical plane 375 is seen at the end of FIG. 3C and is in the plane of the drawing). In an exemplary implementation, the anchoring system can be pivoted to the infant car seat. one or more constraint points (e.g., constraint points 322A and 32 2B) is positioned not only between the lower constraining interface 310 and the upper constraining interface 312, but also between the , between the vertical plane 375 passing through the edge 54 of the sheet and the lower restraining interface 310. The cushion is positioned in the area between the backrest 56 and the vertical plane 375 passing through the edge 54 of the seat. By ensuring that the car seat does not swivel during and after installation (which This may result in excessive space between the backrest 56 and the infant car seat 102. This significantly reduces the risk of injury to the infant cart, allowing it to pass the CPS "inch test." A tight fit between the seat and the vehicle seat is provided.

[0080] FIG. 3E shows another side view of the infant car seat system 100 of FIG. 3A, Lower restraint interface based on seat pan offset and backrest offset of seat 102 310A. In one aspect, approximating the lower constraining interface in this manner , observing the change in the center of gravity shown in Figures 3B-1 to 3B-4, the backrest and Based on taking an average measurement of these changes to the seat pan, When the car seat is fixed to the vehicle, the backrest must be at an angle of 40 to 60 degrees from the horizontal. The condition is that the angle is in the range of

[0081] More specifically, in the embodiment of FIG. 3E, the approximated lower restraining interface of the infant car seat 310A is a backrest from the backrest plane that sufficiently approximates the contour of the backrest of an infant car seat. The lean offset 334 is defined by the lean offset 334. Based on this, in one embodiment, the appropriate backrest offset is approximately 7 centimeters (including the backrest). When the infant car seat is secured to the vehicle seat of the vehicle, the sagging plane is (Assuming the angle is between 40 and 60 degrees.) Furthermore, the approximated upper constraint boundary 312A is a seat pan plane that sufficiently approximates the contour of the seat pan of an infant car seat. The seat pan offset 336 is defined by the seat pan offset 336. Based on measurements, in one embodiment, the proper seat pan offset is approximately 22 centimeters. be.

[0082] As noted above, mechanical restraint points 322A and 323A are determined based on the various considerations discussed above. Special positioning of the 22B significantly improves crash test performance and is ideal for infant car seat systems. 100 injury criteria reduction. Explains the effectiveness of specifically positioned mechanical restraint points. 4A-4C show a vehicle seat mounted vehicle without a removable vehicle mounting base. Each of the test infant car seat systems 100t-1, 100t-2, and The 100t-3 sequential images and their associated injury criteria are shown in these figures. As shown, the infant car seat 102 of each test system was attached to the vehicle via an anchor system 104. and the locations of the mechanical restraint points 322A and 322B are The restraint interface 310 varies for each test system. -213.

[0083] FIG. 4A illustrates mechanical constraint point 322B as well as mechanical constraint point 322A (side (not visible in the figure) is located below the lower restraint interface 310 and has a HIC (Head Injury Criteria) value of 47 9, resulting in a chest G-force of 54.3 g and a seatback rotational displacement of 71.1 degrees from vertical. Therefore, this test example shows poor crash test performance, especially from a vertical position. The rotational displacement of the backrest exceeded 70 degrees.

[0084] FIG. 4B shows that mechanical constraint points 322B and 322A are located above lower constraint interface 310. Another test example is shown in which an infant car seat system is used to improve HIC performance. Value 411, improved chest G-force 51.2G, and improved back posture 69.2 degrees from vertical Although the leaning rotational displacements were larger than those in the first case shown in Figure 4A, these values ​​were all significantly smaller than those in the first case shown in Figure 4A. FIG. 4C shows that mechanical constraint points 322B and 322A are located at the lower constraint interface 310 As a result, the HIC value improved to 396 and the chest G-force increased to 47.1. G, and the backrest has been improved to a rotational displacement of 67.5 degrees from vertical. Based on FIGS. 4A to 4C, the ATD 40 has mechanical restraint points 322A and and 322B are positioned above (and higher on) the lower constraining interface 310. , resulting in progressively smaller magnitude forces and smaller forces on the back of the infant car seat 120. It is subjected to large rotational displacement.

[0085] <Infant car seat system with enhanced safety, comfort, and convenience> Figure 5 is a guide to ensuring the safety and comfort of the infant and the parents and / or caregivers transporting the infant. 2A and 3A-3E, relating to the convenience of Another exemplary infant car seat 100x is shown, which includes several additional inventive features. Examples of such features, which will be discussed in more detail in, include a seatbelt 102 integrated into the infant car seat. The release actuator 180, the storage compartment 160, and the adjustment foot 17 In one aspect, these additional features are included in the infant car seat system of the present invention. may be used individually or in various combinations in different implementations to Multiple solutions to facilitate the use of infant car seat systems in travel / ride-sharing services provides the benefits of

[0086] As mentioned above, the infant car seat 102 shown in FIG. 5 may be installed in a vehicle (e.g., the vehicle shown in FIG. 2A). When the vehicle 500 is installed, the front side 102A faces the vehicle seat 50, and the rear side 102B faces the vehicle seat 50. Side 102B is configured as a rear-facing seat facing away from vehicle seat 50. The infant car seat 102 comprises a seat shell 103 and a seat pad and a support for the infant. a seat shell rim 108 defining a seat back 120 and a seat pan 122 for supporting the seat; The seat shell 103 includes curved bottom rockers 107A and 107B. The seat shell further includes seat shell rails 106A and 106B, respectively. The cable 112 is attached to the seat shell 103 via attachment mechanisms 114A and 114B. The anchor system 104 is attached to the seat shell 103 and The infant car seat 102 is fastened to the vehicle seat 50 via anchors 104A and 104B. Combine.

[0087] The release actuator 180 is used to remove the infant car seat system 100 from the vehicle. The release actuator 180 provides a quick release mechanism for the infant car seat 10. 2, and can be integrated into one or both of the seat anchors 104A and 104B. The actuator handle 182 includes a cable 184 coupled to the actuator. If the caregiver or caregiver wishes to remove the infant car seat system 100 from the vehicle, the caregiver may The actuator handle 182 can be actuated to connect the seat anchors 104A and 104B. Activating the release mechanism of seat anchors 104A and 104B secures seat anchors 104A and 104B to the vehicle seat 52A and 52B. In this manner, the release actuator 180 , the time required to remove the infant car seat system 100 can be significantly reduced, which is , parents and / or caregivers traveling with infants using ride-hailing or ride-sharing This can be particularly useful when using a ring service.

[0088] One or more storage compartments 160 are provided for seat access when not in use. Various components of the anchor system 104, such as anchors 104A and 104B, Providing space within and / or above the infant car seat 102 for storage Therefore, the storage compartment 160 is located on the hanging part of the infant car seat 102. or reducing the number of protruding parts, thus making it easier to mount the infant car seat system 100 on the vehicle. When transferring the infant car seat system 100 to and / or from the vehicle, This reduces the risk of getting caught in areas (e.g. doors, front seat pockets). Additionally, the storage compartment 160 allows the infant car seat 102 to be stored in a place that is not previously used. The present invention may be capable of retaining substantially the same shape and / or dimensions as the original, and As a result, the infant car seat 102 can be used in a variety of ways, including with other unmodified transport devices such as strollers. Furthermore, the storage compartment 160 can be easily stored away when not in use. This can reduce the risk of damaging the anchor system 104.

[0089] The adjustment foot 170 adjusts the position of the infant car seat during installation of the infant car seat system in the vehicle. In order to reduce the rotation of the rear side 120 of the vehicle seat toward the rear of the infant car seat 1 The adjustable foot is attached adjacent to the front of the O2. This allows the caregiver to maintain the comfort of the infant and use the anchor system 104 as a lower anchor in the vehicle. Assists in placing the infant car seat in the vehicle for easier alignment and engagement and at the same time provide leverage against the seat pan of the vehicle seat to assist in the loading of the vehicle seat. The adjustment foot 170 also adjusts the rocker bottom 107A and Compensating for the curved contours of the 07B to ensure Child Passenger Safety (C PS: Follow child passenger safety guidelines and use a reliable, tight-fitting vehicle seat A fit is achieved (e.g., infant car seat installation meets the CPS "inch test" This is particularly useful for ensuring that the test passes the

[0090] Referring again to the inset of FIG. 2A (and discussed in more detail below in connection with FIG. 50), Typically, the vehicle seat pan 56 is positioned at an angle α ranging between about 6 degrees and about 23 degrees. The baby carrier can be tilted relative to the horizontal plane at 1°. The seat 102, and in particular the backrest 120, is angled between about 40 degrees and about 60 degrees relative to the horizontal plane. As shown, the adjustment foot 170 must be inclined at an angle α2 in the range of , to provide leverage for adjusting the reclining angle α2 of the backrest 120 , can be attached to the front lower part of the infant car seat 102. In some implementations, The adjustment foot 170 also prevents the seat shell rails 106A and 106B from beingnd or bend. If the tom lockers 107A and 107B are installed, for example, the infant car seat 102 The infant carrier is secured to the vehicle seat pan 56 by providing leverage for stable seating. - used to ensure a tight fit between the seat 102 and the vehicle seat 50 can be done.

[0091] The following sections of this disclosure provide further details about various features of the infant car seat system 100x. These features may be used alone or in conjunction with other features described herein. It is understood that various combinations of features can be used, particularly rigid or belted arms. When integrated into a bridge system, it is the basis for various variations of a particular function. Additional details regarding mechanical considerations are also provided.

[0092] <Infant car seat system with rigid anchor system> Various types of anchoring systems 104 can be integrated into the infant car seat 102. For example, FIG. 6 shows an exemplary infant carriage with a rigid anchor system 104a. The infant car seat system 100a-1 is an infant car seat system Infant car seat with many of the same features previously described in connection with the 100x seat system For the sake of brevity, various features associated with the infant car seat 102 will be described. A detailed description of the features will not be repeated here, but one or more of the above features may be used in an infant carriage. It is understood that the present invention may also be incorporated into the infant car seat 102 of the seating system 100a-1. sea ​​bream.

[0093] The rigid anchor system 104a secures the infant car seat 102 to the vehicle system of the vehicle seat 50. To connect to seat anchors 52A and 52B, seat anchors 104 are used as described above. In this embodiment, seat anchors 104A and 104B may be included. may be coupled together via a rigid cross member 104D. In some implementations, cross member 104D can be a single piece. (e.g., telescoping adjustment to adjust the spacing between seat anchors 104A and 104B) It may be an assembly of multiple parts that may be further configured to provide:

[0094] As shown in FIG. 6, seat anchors 104A and 104B are generally - on the outside of the seat 102 (e.g., on the outside of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B) The cross member 104D can be positioned to connect to the infant car seat 102. Through openings 116A and 116B in shell rails 106A and 106B, respectively Thus, openings 116A and 116B can be routed by mechanical restraints. The points 322A and 322B can be defined to prevent the infant car seat from colliding. In accordance with the above description of the safety improvements of the system 100, the seat shell rail 106A and 106B.

[0095] In some implementations, the rigid anchor system 104a is In other words, the seat anchor 10 can be firmly fixed to the seat shell 103. The orientation of 4A and 104B cannot be changed by the parent and / or caregiver. In some implementations, the rigid anchor system 104a provides a rigid anchor for the infant car seat 102. and movable seat anchors to better fit a particular vehicle seat 50. The parent and / or caregiver may be asked to adjust the position and / or orientation of 104A and 104B. can be provided to guardians.

[0096] For example, FIG. 6 shows that rigid anchor system 104a is positioned between openings 116A and 116B. Rotatably adjusted relative to the infant car seat 102 about a rotation axis 300 coinciding with the center point In some implementations, the rigid anchor system 104a The rotatable adjustment is partially due to the circular openings 116A and 116B and the A cross member 104D having a circular cross section along the portion that physically contacts the car seat 102 is provided. In some implementations, this can be achieved by utilizing anchor system 104 a smoothly rotates relative to the infant car seat 102 and / or To reduce wear between the seat shell rails 106A and 106B , a bearing can be incorporated into each of the openings 116A and 116B. The ring may also be configured such that the openings 116A and 116B and / or cross member 104D are oval, Polygons (e.g., squares, hexagons), and any combination of the foregoing. This may allow the nozzle to have an unlimited non-circular shape.

[0097] In some implementations, the infant car seat system 100a-1 includes an Locking seat anchors 104A and 104B in a desired rotational position relative to seat 102 For example, the locking mechanism may include a locking mechanism (not shown) for locking the seat anchor 10. 4A and 104B at set increments. In the example, the locking mechanism may lock the seat anchor 104 when sufficiently tightened by friction. A and 104B include a thumbscrew for locking the locking mechanism. The seat anchors 104A and 104B are used as a reclining adjustment mechanism. For example, seat anchors 104A and 104B may be provided for an infant seat. The curved bottom rockers 107A and 107B of the car seat 102 and the vehicle seat pan 5 6 moves further toward the rear side 102B of the infant car seat 102. The tilt angle can be increased to achieve a larger tilt angle.

[0098] As mentioned above, seat anchors 104A and 104B are mounted to vehicle seat anchors 52A. and 52B. and 104B are used by parents and / or caregivers to install seat anchors 104A and 104B in the vehicle. It may further include a release mechanism that allows it to be manually released from both seats 50. In this implementation, each seat anchor 104A and 104B is and 104B, or a push, twist, or pull actuated release mechanism for separately releasing A respective release mechanism such as a spring-loaded gate may be included.

[0099] In some implementations, seat anchors 104A and 104B may be mechanically coupled together such that a single release mechanism simultaneously releases both seat anchors 104A and 104B. For example, FIGS. 7A and 7B illustrate an exemplary infant car seat system 100a-2 including a rigid anchor system 104b incorporating a twist release mechanism. Specifically, FIG. 7B shows that seat anchor 104B may include a latch 130 mechanically coupled to a release knob 133 via linkage members 131 and 132. The knob 133 may be disposed outside seat anchors 104A and 104B to facilitate access. A spring (not shown) may be incorporated into seat anchor 104B to apply a spring bias (e.g., torque) to keep latch 1 30 closed. When knob 1 33 is rotated sufficiently, a reaction torque can be applied to latch 130, causing latch 1 30 to open. As shown, knob 133 on seat anchor 104B may be coupled to a corresponding knob 133 on seat anchor 104A via rod 129. Rod 129 may be arranged such that when a single knob 133 is actuated, both knobs 133 rotate together. In this way, a parent and / or caregiver can release infant car seat system 100b from vehicle seat 50 by simply actuating one knob 133 located on either side of infant car seat 102. In some implementations, rod 129 may be disposed within cross member 104D. In some implementations, rod 129 may function as cross member 104D of anchor system 10 4b.

[0100] As shown, knob 133 on seat anchor 104B may be coupled to a corresponding knob 133 on seat anchor 104A via rod 129. Rod 129 may be arranged such that when a single knob 133 is actuated, both knobs 133 rotate together. In this way, a parent and / or caregiver can release infant car seat system 100b from vehicle seat 50 by simply actuating one knob 133 located on either side of infant car seat 102. In some implementations, rod 129 may be disposed within cross member 104D. In some implementations, rod 129 may function as cross member 104D of anchor system 10 4b. In this way, a parent and / or caregiver can release infant car seat system 100b from vehicle seat 50 by simply actuating one knob 133 located on either side of infant car seat 102. In some implementations, rod 129 may be disposed within cross member 104D. In some implementations, rod 129 may function as cross member 104D of anchor system 10 4b. In some implementations, rod 129 may be disposed within cross member 104D. In some implementations, rod 129 may function as cross member 104D of anchor system 10 4b.

[0101] In another embodiment, FIGS. 8A and 8B show a rigid arm incorporating a push button release mechanism. Exemplary infant car seat systems 100a-3 are shown with car system 104c. In particular, FIG. 8B shows a cross-sectional view of sheet anchor 104B within anchor system 104c. As shown, the seat anchor 104B is connected to the linkage member 13 via a pin 135. The linkage member 136 may include a latch 130 rotatably coupled to the rod 16. The rod 129 may include a hook that engages with a notch 137 in the seat anchor 10. 4B includes an integral button 138 that projects outwardly from the The rod 129 slides horizontally inward toward the seat anchor 104A and the linkage The hook of the member 136 contacts the inclined surface of the notch 137. This causes the rod 129 to pulls against linkage member 136, thus rotating and releasing latch 130 to the open position.

[0102] The notch 137 accommodates the hook of the linkage member 136 when the latch 130 is in the closed position. The seat anchor 104A may include two inclined surfaces disposed on opposite sides of the button 138. When pressed, the rod 129 slides horizontally outward away from the seat anchor 104A. and again translating the linkage member 136, which then rotates the latch 130 to the open position. In this way, the parent and / or caregiver can Press either button 138 A or 104B to release both seat anchors simultaneously. You can release it.

[0103] The anchor system 104c is configured such that the hook of the linkage member 136 is secured around the notch 137. A spring (not shown) for providing a restoring force to maintain the rod 129 in a centered position , thus keeping the latch 130 in a closed position. For example, the spring may include a seat anchor 104B, one end of which is connected to the housing of the seat anchor 104B, and the other end of which is connected to the housing of the seat anchor 104B. The ends of the springs can be connected to the rods 129. The springs can be moved along the rods 129 in an inward or outward direction. Linkage member 136 is positioned around notch 137 to provide a restoring force when displaced by It can be configured to be in a neutral state (i.e., no compression, no tension) when centered. In some implementations, the rod 129 is configured to rotate when the rod 129 is rotated to a desired displacement (e.g., a button). Lip 1 acts as a mechanical stop to prevent displacement beyond the depth of the hole 138 28.

[0104] FIG. 9 illustrates a method for positioning and / or orienting seat anchors 104A and 104B. In order to provide an additional axis of adjustment for a better fit to the vehicle seat 50, A rigid anchor system 10 that is rotationally and translationally adjustable relative to a car seat 102. 1 shows another exemplary infant car seat system 100b with a seatbelt 100a. As shown, Openings 116A and 116B accommodate cross member 104D and, by extension, sheet anchor 104B. 104A and 104B are aligned along a translational axis 30 defined by openings 116A and 116B. 2. Openings 116A and and 116B may also allow cross member 104D to rotate about axis of rotation 300, The axis of rotation 300 of the cross member 104D is adjusted when the anchor system 104a is translationally displaced. Moves with.

[0105] Similar to infant car seat system 100a-1, infant car seat system 100b The translational movement of the anchor system 104a at the slotted opening 116 This is achieved by cross member 104D shaped to have a width similar to that of A and 116B. Thus, the movement of the anchor system 104a is controlled by the openings 116A and 116B. In FIG. 9, openings 116A and 116B are substantially (e.g., For example, the baby car seat 102 is arranged along a horizontal plane (from the front side 102A to the rear side 102B). 302. However, the slotted The openings 116A and 116B may be oriented at different angles relative to the horizontal plane (e.g., It should be understood that the slots may be oriented at a 30 degree, 45 degree, or 60 degree incline. .

[0106] In some implementations, the orientation of the slotted openings 116A and 116B is Specifically, the openings 116A and 116B on the seat shell rails 106A and 106B For example, the openings 116A and 116B may be located in the seat shell rail 106. When positioned higher on A and 106B, openings 116A and 116B are In some implementations, the slotted opening 116A and 116B also includes a curved portion for the anchor system 104a to slide along. A path may be defined.

[0107] In some implementations, the seat anchors 104A and 104B of the rigid anchor system 104a Only anchors 104a and 104b are attached to the infant car seat 102, not the entire anchor system 104a. In other words, seat anchors 104A and 104B may be translationally adjustable relative to each other. 104B may be translationally adjustable relative to cross member 104D, which may be The mounting bracket 104 may remain fixed in place on the mounting bracket 102.

[0108] For example, FIGS. 10A and 10B show a seat anchor 104A facing away from connecting end 105A. The cross member 104D includes a slot 139 disposed at the end of the cross member 104D, and the cross member 104D can slide into the slot 139. 1 shows an example anchor system 104d including a rail 140 coupled to the The rail 140 allows the seat anchor 104A to slide along the slot 139 without rotating. The actuator may have square ends so that it can be translated. The sheet anchors 104A and cross members 104D are similar to those previously used in the anchor system 104a. The rails 140 are not limited to square ends, but may alternatively be Alternatively, other shapes may be used, including but not limited to other polygons (e.g., hexagons, octagons). It should be understood that the slot 139 may further define a linear path. Alternatively, the sheet anchor 104A may be slidably mounted relative to the cross member 104D. A curved path can be defined that can be guided.

[0109] In some implementations, after the rails 140 are inserted into the slots 139, one or A plurality of mechanical stops are coupled to the slots 139 to allow the seat anchor 104A to be laterally In some implementations, at least At least one mechanical stop is attached to seat anchor 104A along a portion of slot 139. It can be integrated.

[0110] <Infant car seat system with rigid anchor system and release actuator> In some implementations, the infant car seat system comprises: It may include a release actuator 180 that provides a quick disconnect mechanism for removal from the vehicle. The integration of the release actuator 180 into the infant car seat system is due, in part, to the The type of anchor system 104 being used (e.g., rigid anchor system, belted anchor, In the case of a rigid anchor system, the release actuator 18 0 generally includes an infant carriage for attachment to seat anchors 104A and 104D. 102. The release mechanism of each seat anchor is connected to the release handle 184 at one end and the actuator handle is connected to the release handle 184 at the other end. It can be combined with dollars 182.

[0111] For example, FIG. 11 shows that the cable 184 is attached to the bottom portion of the infant car seat 102 (e.g., Located along the bottom of the backrest 120 and the actuator handle 18 4 is disposed on the rear side 102B of the seat shell 103, 1 shows an exemplary infant car seat system 100c-1 equipped with a cable. The rails 184 are routed through the seat shell rails 106 and seat anchors 10 4B and projects outward from an opening (not shown) adjacent to seat anchor 104B. The cable 1 exposed on the outside of the infant car seat 102 can be attached to the mechanism. The length of cable 184 is kept short enough to prevent it from accidentally getting caught on another object inside the vehicle. The corresponding cable 184 (not shown) is , routed through the seat shell rail 106A in a similar manner, and seat anchors It can be attached to the release mechanism of 104A.

[0112] The actuator handle 182 is located between the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. The base shell 103 may be disposed within a recess formed along the rear side 102B of the base shell 103. Therefore, the actuator handle 182 is partially obstructed by the seat shell 103. This also allows, for example, the actuator handle 182 to be hidden from view of another vehicle. This can reduce the possibility of accidental release caused by contact with an object. The actuator handle 182 is attached to the seat anchors 104A and 104B. Each of the actuator hands can be further coupled to a respective cable 184, resulting in an actuator hand Actuation of the lever 182 simultaneously releases both seat anchors 104A and 104B.

[0113] When a parent and / or caregiver actuates the actuator handle 182, the actuation force Retracting cable 184 so that it can be applied to the release mechanism of seat anchor 104B For example, the actuator handle 182 can be Pulling displaces the cable 184, which then displaces the cable 184 to the seat anchor 104 This arrangement can be configured as a pull mechanism to pull the release mechanism of B. However, the release actuator 180 a is not limited to pull mechanisms, but also includes push mechanisms (e.g., pressing a button) and twist mechanisms. Other mechanisms may be incorporated, including but not limited to, a push-button mechanism (e.g., turning a knob). Please understand that.

[0114] FIG. 12 shows a release actuator 18 partially integrated into a carrying handle 112. 1 shows another exemplary infant car seat system 100c-2 with a Release actuator 180b is connected to seat anchors 104A and 104B, respectively. The cables 184A and 184B may include respective cables 184A and 184B for and 184B may further be connected together to the actuator handle 182. In this implementation, cables 184A and 184B are partially formed as carrying handles. and the actuator handle 182 can be routed through the carrying handle. This configuration allows parents and / or caregivers to Release the infant car seat system 100 from the 50 and use only one arm and / or hand. may be used to allow the infant car seat system 100 to be transported out of the vehicle (i.e., The parent and / or caregiver should hold the carrying handle 112 throughout the removal process. can be grasped).

[0115] Carrying handle 112 is attached to the baby carrier via attachment mechanisms 114A and 114B. The attachment mechanisms 114A and 114B can be generally The carrying handle 112 can be rotated relative to the infant car seat 102. (e.g., providing clearance when loading and unloading an infant, and 102). Therefore, cables 184A and 184 B indicates that the cables 184A and 184B are attached to the carrier when the carrying handle 112 is rotated. Ensure that the child is not pinched or otherwise restrained by the infant car seat 102. the openings in the attachment mechanisms 114A and 114B with a clearance large enough to allow (not shown). Cables 184A and 184B may also be routed through The cables 184A and 184B can easily follow the rotational movement of the carrying handle 112. The mating connector has sufficient play when attached to the infant car seat 102 so that the mating connector can be It can be a component.

[0116] Infant car with rigid anchor system and one or more storage compartments Seat System> The infant car seat system also includes seat anchor 104A when not in use. and a storage compartment for storing parts of the anchor system 104, such as 104B. The infant car seat system 160 may include a parent and / or (Can be carried by a caregiver or attached to a stroller). Similar to the computer 180, the storage compartment 160 is attached to the infant car seat system. The integration may depend, in part, on the type of anchor system 104 used. In the case of a car system, the storage compartment 160 generally accommodates the infant car seat 102. In some implementations, the rigid anchor system Also included are collapsible and / or extendable arms that transition between a stowed position and an operational position. It can be a mechanism.

[0117] For example, FIG. 13 illustrates the rigid anchor system 104a and storage compartment described above. 160a. In this state, the seat anchors 104A and 104B are connected to the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. Instead, the seat shell rails may not protrude outward from the outward facing side of the seat shell rails. The models 106A and 106B are respectively different from the infant car seat system 100a-1. The storage compartment 160a can have a wider width than the seat Formed as recessed pockets along the front and side portions of shell rails 106A and 106B The shape of the storage compartment 160a can be adjusted to fit the seat anchors 104A and 104B. 4B. Further, the storage compartment 160a may be Dimensioned to be substantially similar in size to the side cross section of anchors 104A and 104B. 104A and 104B are positioned within the infant car seat 102. It can be placed completely within the storage compartment 160a without occupying any volume. You can be sure.

[0118] When deployed, seat anchors 104A and 104B secure the seat can protrude from the front (i.e., seat anchors 104A and 104B can (extending beyond front side 102A) to accommodate seat anchors 104A and 104B. The anchor system 104a includes sheet anchors 104A and 104B, respectively. until placed in storage compartment 160a (e.g., seat anchor 104A and and 104B can be rotated until they are oriented approximately vertically. A storage compartment is provided to hold seat anchors 104A and 104B within compartment 160a. The attachment 160a and / or the seat anchors 104A and 104B are integral For example, seat anchors 104A and 104B may include a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism may include a ratchet mechanism, thumb screw, etc.

[0119] In some implementations, the storage compartment 160a may be, for example, a storage compartment Tabs and / or stubs located on portions of seat shell rails 106B that extend into stub member 160a. Alternatively, the seat anchor 104B may include a snap-fit ​​locking mechanism including a bump. To store in storage compartment 160a, the parent and / or caregiver must Insert anchor 104B over the tabs and / or bumps into storage compartment 160a. Then, the tab and / or or bumps, unless a large enough force is applied by the parent and / or caregiver. The seat anchor 104B can be prevented from moving.

[0120] 14A and 14B show a telescopically adjustable anchor system 104e and a sheath. Storage compartments formed along the front portions of the shell rails 106A and 106B 1 shows another exemplary infant car seat system 100d-2 with a vent 160a. In this implementation, the anchor system 104e includes seat anchors 104A and 104B. The cross member 104D may include a telescopically adjustable cross member 104D to adjust the distance between the In this way, the anchor system 104e is completely attached to the infant car. A storage location disposed within the seat 102 and an anchor system 104e, particularly a seat anchor - an operating position in which 104A and 104B are deployed for attachment to the vehicle seat 50; can be shifted between.

[0121] For example, FIG. 14B shows that cross member 104D is stretched, thereby extending sheet anchors 104A and and 104B protrude from the sides of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B, and An anchor system in an operational position at the front of the infant car seat 102 for installation in the platform 50. For storage, seat anchors 104A and 104B are rotated upward. 160a. The respective openings 162a for receiving the respective electrodes can be aligned. When the cross member 104d is pulled, it retracts telescopically, retracting the sheet anchors 104A and 104B. 4B can move into the respective storage compartments 160a. The seat anchors 104A and 104B can be slid or rotated to fit in place. The seat anchor can be deployed using a spring-loaded mechanism. Alternatively, the seat anchor may have a school grip that can be grasped with the fingers for deployment. The device may be equipped with a pump.

[0122] 14C-14F show an infant car seat system with anchor system 104e in an operative position. 14C and 14D, additional views of stem 100d-2 are shown. Compartment 160a is supported by seat shell rails 106A and 106B. The respective rocker cavities 118A and 118B are formed from portions defined by the The seat shell rails 106A and 106B may be inserted into the rocker cavity 118A and and 188B are positioned under and to the sides of the backrest 120 and seat pan 122. In this manner, the storage compartment 160a can be a hollow, thin-walled structure. The space inside the child car seat 102 that is not normally used for anything other than wiring various cables is used. Occupy.

[0123] When in the stowed position, the anchoring system 104e fits completely within the infant car seat 102. Therefore, the overall structure of the infant car seat system 100d-2 can be The envelope may correspond to the envelope of the infant car seat 102. Inclusion of a telescopically adjustable anchor system 104e integrated into the port 102 This allows the baseless infant car seat system to be similar in size to a traditional infant carrier. This allows the infant car seat system 100d-2 and the baby This allows for compatibility with other devices such as cars.

[0124] 15A-15F show an infant car seat system 104e without an anchor system 104e. 10d-2 shows several views of the infant car seat 102. As shown, The opening 162a for entering the compartment 160a is located between the seat shell rail 106A. and 106B. In some implementations, openings 162 A is shaped and / or based on the side cross section of the seat anchors 104A and 104B. In addition, the opening 162A can be dimensioned to allow the seat anchor 1 to be seated when in the stowed position. The optical fiber 104 may be oriented to correspond to a desired orientation of optical fiber 104A and optical fiber 104B.

[0125] Figures 15A and 15B further show that the openings 116A and 116B can be formed inside the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. The openings 116A and 11 6B can be formed according to the cross-sectional shape of the cross member 104D. Thus, the openings 1 16A and 116B can define the positions of the mechanical restraint points 322A and 322B where the seat anchors 104A and 104B are attached to the infant car seat 1 02. In some embodiments, the opening can be reinforced with additional plastic of the seat shell proximate to the opening, and / or a plastic or metal reinforcement piece applied around or otherwise proximate to the opening.

[0126] As shown in FIG. 15F, the opening 116B may overlap the opening 162a. In some implementations, the relative position between the openings 116A and 116B and the opening 162a may depend in part on the shape and / or arrangement of the cross member 104D and the seat anchors 104A and 104B in the anchor system 104e. In some implementations, the openings 116A and 116B are located sufficiently below (but above the plane 310) of the seat rim 108 to provide sufficient clearance for the seat anchors 104A and 104B to be inserted into the infant car seat 1 02 without contacting the seat rim 108.

[0127] Figures 16A and 16B further show the anchor stem 104e in the storage position and the operating position, respectively. FIGS. 16C-16E show additional views of the anchor system 104e. As shown, anchor system 104e includes seat anchors 104A and 10 4B as well as cross member 104D. As before, cross member 104D has connecting ends 105A and and 105B to the ends of the sheet anchors 104A and 104B opposite to can be done.

[0128] In this implementation, the cross member 104D is made up of components including an outer tube 141 and an inner tube 142. The inner tube 142 may be an assembly of the outer tube 141 as shown in FIG. The inner tube 1 can be shaped and / or sized to fit within the 42 can be slidably and retractably relative to the outer tube 141. As shown in FIG. , the outer tube 141 may further include one or more slots 143, and the inner tube 142 may The pin 144 may include one or more openings 145. The pin 144 may be inserted through an opening in the inner tube 142. 145 and the slot 143 in the outer tube 141, thus Relative movement of inner tube 142 and outer tube 141 along a path defined by slot 143. In this manner, slot 143 limits seat anchors 104A and 10 4B defines a range of motion for the telescopically adjustable infant car seat 102 It is possible.

[0129] FIG. 17 shows seat anchors 104A and 104B in storage compartment 160a. on the front side of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B to provide an entrance for Another exemplary infant car seat system 100 with a chiseled opening 162b The infant car seat system 100e-1 again includes a rigid anchor system. The seat anchor 104a of the infant car seat system 100e-1 may include a stem 104a. 04A and 104B are substantially similar to the infant car seat system 100d-1. For example, the anchor system 104a can be stored in the deployed position using a (i.e., seat anchors 104A and 104B are in front of the infant car seat 102) ) to a stowed position (i.e., seat anchors 104A and 104B are substantially (stored within a storage compartment 160a located within the infant car seat 102) and seat anchors 104A and 104B can be rotated to their respective openings. The main difference is that seat anchors 104A and 104B are The wire passes through openings 162b formed only in the front of the well rails 106A and 106B. This is what we should do.

[0130] 18A and 18B show a telescopically adjustable rigid anchor system 104e and 1 illustrates another exemplary infant car seat system 100e-2 including a front opening 162b. In particular, FIG. 18A shows anchor system 104e in a stowed position, and FIG. 18B shows anchor system 104e in an operational position. 1 shows anchor system 104e in an operational position. 04e is first telescopically retracted by seat anchors 104A and 104B. The seat anchors 104A and 104B can be moved from the operating position to the storage position. When the anchor system 104b is aligned with the opening 162b, the anchor system 104e The anchors 104A and 104B are positioned in the storage compartment 160 of the infant car seat 102. It can be rotated until it is placed within a.

[0131] 18C-18G show an infant carriage with anchoring system 104e deployed in an operative position. 1 shows several views of the storage system 100e-2. As before, the storage compartment 1 60a is a rocker cage defined by seat shell rails 106A and 106B. The axially extending portion of the ...

[0132] 19A-19F show some of the infant car seats 102 without the anchoring system 104e. As shown in Figures 19A and 19B, the opening 162b is The curved portion of the front of the bell rails 106A and 106B may be substantially occupied. Bottom rockers 107A and 107B, and seat shell rails 106A and A side of the seat shell 106B may define an opening 162b. Rails 106A and 106B and bottom curved rockers 107A and 107B The shape and / or dimensions of the opening 162b are partially defined by the shape and / or dimensions. The dimensions are based on the cross-sectional shape of the top and / or bottom of the seat anchors 104A and 104B. and dimensions can be adjusted to substantially match.

[0133] 19A and 19B further illustrate the infant car seat 102 with the anchoring system 104. openings 116A and 116B for physically engaging and supporting cross member 104D within As shown, openings 116A and 116B may include openings 162. b. The frame 104e fits over the openings 116A and 116B of the infant car seat 102 during assembly. For example, the cross member 102A may be inserted as a single assembly from the front side 102A to engage. 104D is a seat shell layer in which the cross member 104D forms openings 116A and 116B. until it physically contacts the trailing edges of openings 116A and 116B. B. Openings 116A and 116B allow the seat shell rails 1 The depth extending into 106A and 106B is partially due to the rotation around cross member 104D. The seat anchors 104A and 104B are positioned completely within the storage compartment 160a. Although not clearly visible in the figure, some implementations In the illustrated embodiment, the inner wall of the seat shell rail completely surrounds the cross member (as shown in FIG. 21A). in a similar way to

[0134] FIG. 20 shows a slidable adjustment mechanism for transitioning between a stowed position and an operating position. Another exemplary infant car seat system includes an anchor system 104a configured as follows: As shown, the infant car seat 102 fits into the opening 116A. as a slot for constraining the translational movement of the cross member 104D along a path defined by A similar opening ( (not shown) can be formed in the seat shell rail 106B. The system 104a, when deployed, provides translational and and rotationally adjustable.

[0135] The storage compartment 160b is located adjacent to the opening 116A and is adapted to accommodate the seat anchor. When the infant car seat 104A is placed in the storage compartment 160b, The infant car seat 102 can be oriented so as to be substantially horizontally oriented within the Shaped based on the front / rear cross-sectional shape and dimensions of seat anchors 104A and 104B and / or may further include a correspondingly sized opening 162c. The openings 162a and 162b of the port systems 100d-1 and 100e-1, respectively, In comparison, the opening 162c can be made much smaller, which is This may be beneficial in maintaining the structural rigidity of the modules 106A and 106B.

[0136] To store the seat anchors 104A and 104B in the storage compartment 160b, To do this, the anchor system 104a first rotated to be horizontally oriented, so that the seat shell rails 106A and 10 6B. The caregiver pushes seat anchors 104A and 104B through openings 162c to Port anchors 104A and 104B are fully positioned in storage compartment 160b. Cross member 104D can be slidably moved along opening 116A until In some implementations, the location and length of the opening 116A may be adjusted by adjusting the anchor system 10 4a are in the operating position or the storage position, the cross member 104D is in the opening 116A. The respective front and rear ends may be adjusted to contact each other.

[0137] 21A and 21B show a telescopically adjustable anchor system 104f and a retractable Another exemplary infant car seat system 100f- with compartment 160b 2. In particular, FIG. 21A shows anchor system 104f in a stowed position, and FIG. 1B shows the anchor system 104f in an operational position. In this embodiment, the opening 162 c are formed along the front and side portions of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. As a result, the spacing between seat anchors 104A and 104B can be adjusted between the operative position and the stowed position. The infant car seat system 100f-1 may be adjustable to extend or retract between the seat and the seat. Similarly, the infant car seat 102 of the infant car seat system 100f-2 has a slot and and includes openings 116A and 116B that are aligned with opening 162c. In one embodiment, the spring of the telescoping rail guide is (When using the seat anchor, push it out of the infant car seat.)

[0138] In the operating position, FIG. 21B shows the telescoping mechanism of cross member 104D in relation to seat anchor 104A. 104B. When seated, seat anchors 104A and 104B can be rotated horizontally, The cross member 104D is retracted telescopically, thus retracting the sheet anchors 104A and 104B. During this step, the spacing between the sheet anchors 104B can be reduced. A and part of 104B are aligned along the sides of seat shell rails 106A and 106B. The sheet can pass through each side portion of the formed opening 162c. Anchors 104A and 104B are collected by passing through the front of opening 162c. As before, openings 116A and 116B can be inserted into storage compartment 160b. 6B can determine the range of slidable adjustment between the operating position and the stowed position .

[0139] Anchor system 104f includes sheet anchors along openings 116A and 116B. Storage compartment to control the slidable adjustment of 104A and 104B 160b may further include telescoping rail guides 147A and 147B disposed within 160b. In particular, the telescoping rail guides 147A and 147B each extend beyond the infant car seat 102. guides 149 mounted on the rocker cavities 118A and 118B (e.g., (part of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B) and seat anchors 104A and Rails 148 attached to cross members 104B and 104D may be included. 48 may be telescopically adjustable relative to guide 149.

[0140] Telescopic rail guides 147A and 147B run along openings 116A and 116B. The positions of the sheet anchors 104A and 104B and the cross member 104D are locked in the set positions. The infant car seat system 100f-2 may further include an integrated locking mechanism. Also, they are mechanically coupled to the locking mechanisms of the telescopic rail guides 147A and 147B. A pair of buttons arranged along the sides of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B The seat anchor 10 may include tongues 146A and 146B. If you want to adjust the position of 104A and 104B and cross member 104D, press buttons 146A and and 146B to release the locking mechanism of the telescopic rail guides 147A and 147B. , and then slidably adjust seat anchors 104A and 104B accordingly. do.

[0141] 21C-21H show an infant car seat system with anchor system 104f in the stowed position. Several additional views of stem 100f-2 are shown. In particular, FIG. 21D shows seat anchor 1 04A and 104B, and the telescopic rail guides 147A and 147B are respectively , the rocker cavity 1 defined by the seat shell rails 106A and 106B As before, seat anchors 104A and 118B may be disposed within seat anchors 104A and 118B. 04B is the overall envelope of the infant car seat system 100f-2, which is To ensure that the infant car seat 102 is the same as the car seat for infants, FIG. 21H shows the infant car seat system 100f-2. A cross-sectional view is shown, particularly showing the rocker cavity relative to the seat pan 122 and backrest 120. 118B and the arrangement of the telescopic rail guide 147B and the seat anchor 104B. .

[0142] 22A-22F show some of the infant car seats 102 without anchoring systems 104f. 22A and 22B show opening 162c, and openings 116A and However, the shape of the opening 162c may be different from that of the opening 162a. and / or dimensions may correspond to the height / thickness of the sheet anchors 104A and 104B. On the other hand, the shape and / or dimensions of the openings 116A and 116B are determined by the cross member 104D. As shown, opening 162c and openings 116A and 116B may correspond to the shape of the opening 162c. 6B may be separated by a portion of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. In some embodiments, this area may be made up of excess material from the seat shell rail and / or plastic. It may be reinforced with a reinforcing piece of stick or metal. The seat 102 is secured to the seat shell rails 146A and 146B for attachment of the buttons 146A and 146B. It is shown that the sides of 106A and 106B may include openings 117A and 117B.

[0143] 23A-23G show the anchor system 104f and in particular the telescopic guide rail 14 7A and 147B (collectively referred to herein as telescopic rail guides 147) As shown, seat anchors 104A and 104B and side The material 104D can be substantially the same as the anchor system 104e. The rails 147A and 147B are connected to the seat anchors 104A and 104B. and the cross member 104D is slidably adjustable along with the rail 148. As shown, the rail of the telescoping rail guide 147A can be coupled to the portion of the rail guide 147A. 148 can be rotatably coupled to the outer tube 141 and can be connected to the rail 1 of the telescopic rail guide 147B. 48 is attached to the inner tube 142 so that the seat anchors 104A and 104B can rotate. They may be rotatably coupled.

[0144] The rails 148 are shaped and / or sized to fit within the guides 149. As a result, rail 148 can be telescopically adjusted relative to guide 149 along a single axis. The telescopic guide rails 147A and 147B are supported by support sections on the guide 149. The locking mechanism further includes a rotatable hook 150 supported by a support 152. The hooks 150 are fitted into one or more slots 15 disposed along the rail 147. 1. The guide 149 may be configured to pass through an opening 154 on the guide 149 to engage the Thus, slots 151 on rail 147, along with openings 116A and 116B, Sheet anchors 104A and 104B and cross member 104D can be positioned and locked. 23E and 23F show the retracted and retracted positions, respectively. FIG. 23G further illustrates the retractable rail guide 147 in the extended position. A hook 150 passes through an opening 154 and engages with one slot 151 in the rail 147. A cross-sectional view is shown.

[0145] In some implementations, the hooks 15 of each telescoping guide rail 147A and 147B 0 may be implemented, for example, using one or more rotatably coupled linkage members (not shown). For example, buttons 146A and 146B may be mechanically linked using a Pressing 6A provides a force that rotates the hook 150, thus causing the hook 150 to swing. In some implementations, the spring can be attached to a telescoping rail guide. 147 to keep the hook 150 engaged with the slot 151. In some implementations, buttons 146A and 146B and / or the hooks 150 of the telescopic guide rails 147A and 147B work together. The parent and / or caregiver can mechanically couple buttons 146A and 146B together. Simply press one of the 46B to extend the telescopic guide rails 147A and 147B for adjustment. It can be released.

[0146] Exemplary Demonstration of an Infant Car Seat System with a Rigid Anchor System 24A-24D show an infant car seat system with a rigid anchor system 104a. 1 shows several views of an exemplary prototype of the system 100a. As shown, the infant car The seat system 102 is configured to support an integral anchor system 104a. Assembled by attaching the seat section 103b to a standard seat shell 103a. In this embodiment, the seat shell section 103b is supported by the seat anchor 104. A and 104B are seat shell rails 106A and 106B of the seat shell 103a However, the seat shell 103a is disposed at the bottom of the seat shell 103a so as to be disposed below the seat shell 103a. In other implementations of the infant car seat system 100a, the cross member 104D may have an opening (e.g., , openings 116A and 116B), so that the seat Cars 104A and 104B are driven from the sides of seat shell rails 106A and 106B. It should be understood that the curved rocker bottoms 107A and 107B project above them.

[0147] In some implementations, the infant car seat system 100, and in particular the infant car seat 102 can nevertheless be formed as a two-part assembly. where the seat shell section 103b eliminates the removable vehicle mounting base. during assembly by the manufacturer or by parents and / or caregivers after purchase to It is an accessory that can be connected to the standard seat shell 103a. To reduce costs, the same seat shell 103a can be used across multiple product lines. However, in other implementations, the infant car seat 102 may include a single It should be understood that it may be formed as a component.

[0148] 25A-25E illustrate a rigid anchor system 104a and a release actuator 180. Some of the alternative exemplary prototypes of the infant car seat system 100c-1, including a 24A-24D show the prototype infant car seat system 1. Similar to 100a-1, infant car seat 102 of infant car seat system 100c-1 is a seat shell section 1 attached to a standard seat shell 103a for demonstration purposes. 25A shows a prototype infant car seat 50 coupled to a vehicle seat 50. 1 shows seat system 100c-1. As shown, seat shell section 130b supports seat anchors 104A and 104B and supports the infant car seat system 100 c-1 is a surface adjacent to the vehicle seat pan 56 and the vehicle seat back 58 for a tight fit FIG. 25B further illustrates a seat adjacent to the vehicle seat anchor 52 prior to installation. 1 shows anchor 104A.

[0149] FIG. 25A also illustrates the seat anchor 104A to the rear 102B of the infant car seat 102. A cable 184 routed to an actuator handle 182 arranged along 102. The release actuator 180a is shown integrated into the infant car seat 102 using the As shown in 25C and 25D, cable 184 is attached to seat anchor 104A. The infant car seat 102 is primarily designed for use with a small portion protruding from the seat for easy access. 25B further illustrates that the cable 184 may be routed within the seat 102. 104A. The actuator handle 182 can be connected to the release mechanism of the anchor 104A. When actuated, the cable 184 then pulls the release mechanism, causing the seat arm to open for release. Car 104A can be opened.

[0150] <Infant car seat system with belt anchor system> The various implementations of the infant car seat system 100 described above utilize a rigid anchor system. Several embodiments have been shown. However, the infant car seat system 100 is not limited to a rigid arm. The present invention is not limited to anchor systems, and other types of anchor systems 104 may be supported as well. Please understand that the following is a description of an infant carriage incorporating a belt anchor system. Several examples of port systems will now be described.

[0151] FIG. 26 illustrates an exemplary infant car seat system with a belt anchor system 104g. The infant car seat system 100g-1 is shown in FIG. 1. The infant car seat system 100g-1 is another embodiment of the present invention. The present invention may include an infant car seat 102 with many of the same features as those described above with respect to the present invention. For purposes of clarity, a detailed description of the various features associated with the infant car seat 102 will not be repeated here. If one or more of the above characteristics are not met, the infant car seat system 100g-1 It should be understood that the child car seat 102 may also be incorporated.

[0152] As shown, anchor system 104g is similar to sheet anchors 104A and However, in this implementation, seat anchors 104A and 104B may be included. and 104B can be coupled together via a matching belt 104C. Compared to the rigid anchor systems mentioned above, the 4C allows parents and / or caregivers to This can make it easier to position and orient the cars 104A and 104B (all (i.e., the conforming characteristics of belt 104C provide multiple axes of adjustment.) Belt 104C: Seat shell rails 106A and 106B are provided for attachment to the infant car seat 102. 11. The electrical wiring 114 can be routed through openings 116A and 116B formed in B. The anchor system 104g is configured to secure the belt 104c to the vehicle seat 5. A belt tightening mechanism tightens the belt 104C to form a tight fit. In other words, the belt 104C may further include a It is under tension when tightened sufficiently to eliminate any unwanted play. otherwise, the infant car seat 102 may move and / or move relative to the vehicle seat 50. Or it may be possible to rock.

[0153] During a typical installation, the parent and / or caregiver must ensure that the infant car seat 102 is rear-facing. The infant car seat system 100g-1 can be arranged in this configuration. The bolt 104C is connected to the vehicle seat anchors 52A and 52B. and 52B. Once seat anchors 104A and 104B are installed, the parent and / or caregiver The person may check that the infant car seat 102 is seated in the vehicle backrest 58 and / or the vehicle seat pan 56. Belt tightening mechanism 155 is used to tighten belt 104C until it is pulled against In some implementations, the anchor system 104g may include a single bell. A strap tightening mechanism 155 (e.g., a parent and / or caregiver may tighten one strap during installation) simply pull the belt) or multiple belt tightening mechanisms 155 (e.g., seat anchors to ensure that both sides of the car seat 102 are equally fastened - including a pair of belt tightening mechanisms 155) disposed adjacent to 104A and 104B. It can be seen.

[0154] The openings 116A and 116B are formed to accommodate at least the belt 104C and / or the optional This may be shaped to allow the seat anchors 104A and 104B to pass through. Once fastened, openings 116A and 116B allow seat anchor 104 A and 104B are effectively attached to the mechanical restraint points on the infant car seat 102. Therefore, the seat shell level can function as the support 322A and 322B. 26 to be positioned along the lower front of the rails 106A and 106B. Openings 116A and 116B reduce the force and rotational displacement applied to the infant during a collision. In other words, the opening 11 can be positioned in a manner similar to a rigid anchor system to 6A and 116B are attached to CG320 and anchor points 324A and 324B. 310, or at least an approximation of that plane 310. It is possible.

[0155] FIG. 27 illustrates another exemplary infant carriage with a belt anchor system 104h. 100g-2, each seat anchor 104A and 104B is attached to an infant seat. - Separate belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 attached to the seat 102 are In this implementation, the infant car seat 102 includes an infant car seat system 1 As shown, belt 104C-1 may be substantially the same as belt 104C-1. A closed loop can be formed around the opening 116A, and similarly, the belt 104C-2 , can form a closed loop around the opening 116B. Each of the belts 104C-2 not only forms a loop but also serves as a belt 104C for installation. -1 and 104C-2. For example, a clasp may be included.

[0156] FIG. 28 illustrates another exemplary infant carriage with a belt anchor system 104i. 1 shows a seat system 100h-1, in which a belt 104C is attached, at least in part, to a vehicle seat belt. the route (i.e., the vehicle seat belts securing the infant and / or infant car seat 102) along a path along the infant car seat 102 that can be passed through to restrain the infant As shown, the infant car seat 102 is routed to the mounting mechanism 114. Belt hooks 119A and 119B are located on the seat rim 108 adjacent to the The belt 104C of the anchor system 104i may include the belt 104c The belt 124 is attached to the seat pan 122 of the infant car seat 102 so that a portion of the belt 124 extends across the seat pan 122 of the infant car seat 102. As before, the belt 104 C can connect sheet anchors 104A and 104B together and secure the base during installation. A belt tightening mechanism 155 may be incorporated to tighten the bolt 104C.

[0157] Belt hooks 119A and 119B are used to secure a vehicle seat belt to anchor system 10. 4i and the belt 104C in the car seat 102. In this way, the belt hooks 119A and 119B can be attached to the baby carriage. This allows the seat shell rail 102 to serve multiple functions. 106A and 106B by eliminating openings 116A and 116B This simplifies the design of the car seat 102. In this embodiment, the belt hook 11 9A and 119B may define mechanical restraint points 322A and 322B. Cut.

[0158] FIG. 29 illustrates another exemplary infant car seat system 100h-2, which is The infant car seat system includes a tether 156 for further constraining the routing of the seat 104C. As shown, the tether 156 is attached to the belt 104C. a strap coupled to the seat shell rail 106B that is looped around In some implementations, the tether 156 may be a belt. a substantially rigid component that provides a firmer restraint to the car seat 102; The tether is also disposed on the seat shell rail 106A, and similarly, the belt 104C The tether 156 may be looped around a portion of the belt 104C from the car seat. Prevents removal.

[0159] FIG. 30 illustrates another exemplary infant carriage with a belt anchor system 104k. 100h-3, each seat anchor 104A and 104B is Corresponding bells routed partially through belt hooks 119A and 119B As shown, belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 are and 104C-2, as well as infant car seat system 100g-2, each have a corresponding However, in this implementation, the belt 10 4C-1 passes through the belt hook 119A and then the inside of the seat shell rail 106A. The belt 104C-1 may then be routed downward along the side. Car point 157a with metal bar or plate through curved bottom rocker 107 A. The belt 104C-2 can be similarly fastened to the belt hook 119B. It is routed downward along the inside of the seat shell rail 106B and then The rail 106B is secured to another anchor point 157a.

[0160] Belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 are attached to the infant carriage at anchor point 157a. However, the belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 may be rigidly attached to the belt 104C-3. By routing C-2 through belt hooks 119A and 119B Ludhock 119A and 119B are still mechanical restraint points 322A and In other words, the belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 can be effectively defined. 04C-2 is when a sudden impact force is applied to the infant car seat system 100h-3. Additionally, the belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 move relative to the infant car seat 102. The belt hooks 119A and 119B can be used to restrain the user from moving the belt.

[0161] FIG. 31 shows another exemplary infant carriage with a belt anchor system 104j. The seat anchors 104A and 104B are seat anchors. In this case, the car seats 104A and 104B are separately connected to the infant car seat 102. In this case, the belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 may be respectively provided. However, in this implementation, the belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 are, for example, Use a metal plate or bar firmly attached to the 104C-1 and 104C-2 can be used to attach directly to the seat rim 108 at corresponding anchor points 157b. Therefore, anchor point 157b is connected to mechanical restraint point 322A and 322B can be defined.

[0162] FIG. 32 illustrates another exemplary infant carriage with a belt anchor system 1041. 1 shows a seat system 100i, in which belts 104C are connected to seat shell rails 106A and 106B, respectively. and 106B through openings 116A and 116B. Compared to the car seat system 100g-1, the belt 104C is positioned above the seat pan 122. However, the seat pad (not shown) disposed on the seat pan 122 and the backrest 120 ) can be routed under openings 116A and 116B. B is the seat belt 104C when inserted through openings 116A and 116B. The seat shell rails 106A and 106B are adapted to be positioned across the pan 122. In this way, the surface of the seat pan 122 can be positioned along the belt 10 during installation. It provides a larger surface area on which the 4C can be clamped.

[0163] In other words, it is added to the infant car seat system 100i, followed by the belt 1 A portion of the impact force transmitted to belt 104C is transferred to the larger portion between belt 104C and seat pan 122. Due to the large contact area, the belt 104 can be distributed over a larger surface area. C and / or the mechanical stress applied to the infant car seat 102. can.

[0164] Depending on the placement and configuration of the belt anchor system on the infant car seat, various The belt tightening mechanism 155 is used to secure the infant car seat 102 to the belt buckle, O-ring, and including, but not limited to, pairs of rings and / or D-rings, and cam locks, This facilitates a tight fit between the vehicle seat 50 and the seat.

[0165] For example, FIG. 33 shows a belted anchor in which the belt tightening mechanism includes a cam lock 158. 1 shows an exemplary infant car seat system 100j with a seatbelt system 104m. As shown, the sheet anchor 104b in the anchor system 104m has a pair of openings 104b. having belt 104C routed through 16B-1 and 116B-2 The end of the belt 104C is positioned on the outside of the infant car seat 102, while the belt The center portion of the seat 104C is positioned within the infant car seat 102. In implementations, opening 116B-1 may define mechanical constraint point 322B.

[0166] The portion of the belt 104C extending outward from the opening 116B-2 is aligned with the belt 104C. The belt 104C may include cam locks 158 arranged in a row. The end of the belt 104C can form a loop for the caregiver to grasp (e.g., (The belt 104C may be sewn to the middle of the belt to form a loop.) The seat anchor 104A is connected to the seat shell level. 106A.

[0167] The cam lock 158 prevents the belt 104C from moving toward the rear 102B of the infant car seat 102. While allowing the slide of the front side 102A, the slide of the front side 102B is restricted to the slide of the front side 102A. For example, the cam lock 158 may be a mechanism that allows the front of the infant car seat 102 to be locked. of teeth positioned to grip belt 104C when pulled toward side 102A. Therefore, parents and / or caregivers may first install the infant car seat 1 1. Position the infant car seat 102 on the vehicle seat 50 as needed, and then insert the infant car seat 102 into the vehicle. Attach belt 104C (e.g., through the loop) until it is securely attached to both seats 50. By pulling the cam lock 15, the belt 104C can be tightened. 8 may be manually actuated, for example, to remove and retract the infant car seat system 100j. and / or to release and loosen the belt 104C during readjustment of the belt 104C. The device may further include a release mechanism that allows the device to be opened and closed.

[0168] In some implementations, the cam lock 158 tightens the belted anchor system. Separate straps form the pulley-based tightening mechanism to reduce the amount of force exerted For example, FIG. 34 shows a pulley with a cam lock 158. with a belted anchor system 104n fastened via a trap 159; Another exemplary infant car seat system 100k-1 is shown. The seat anchors 104A and 104B are connected together via a belt 104C. The belt 104C can be attached along the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. 116A and 116B. As shown, the center portion of the belt 104C is between the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. The seat pan 122 may be positioned below the seat pan 122.

[0169] Pulley strap 159 attaches to the bottom of seat shell 103 at anchor point 164 34, and then seat shell rails 106A and 106B The pulley strap 15 may be wrapped around the central portion of the belt 104C between the pulley strap 15 and the belt 104C. 9 then passes through a cam lock 158 rigidly attached to the seat shell 103. In some implementations, the pulley strap 159 can be used as a handle. A functioning loop can then be formed. In this arrangement, the parent and / or caregiver , pull the pulley strap 159 toward the rear 102B of the infant car seat 102. This allows pulley strap 159 to pull against belt 104C. can be done.

[0170] FIG. 35 illustrates another exemplary infant car seat system 100k-2, which is Wreath strap 159 forms a loop around belt 104C, thus forming a cam lock. The infant car seat 102 is simply secured to the infant car seat 102 via the bracket 158. As shown, one of the pulley straps 159 is The end is looped around belt 104C and then attached to a pulley at anchor point 164. It may be secured (e.g., by stitching) to the central portion of the strap 159. , pulley strap 159 can be pulled to tighten belt 104C.

[0171] FIG. 36 shows an infant car seat system 100k-3, which includes a pulley strap. Infant car seat system 100k in which adapter 159 is attached directly to belt 104C As shown, one end of the pulley strap 159 is The anchor point 164 may be sewn directly to the center portion of the belt 104C. The pulley strap 159 is secured to the infant car seat 102 by a cam lock 158. It can only be set.

[0172] In some implementations, the pulley-based tightening mechanism is a belt with multiple belts. It can even be integrated into a belted anchor system. For example, FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary infant car seat system 100k-4 with an anchor system 104o. As shown, seat anchors 104A and 104B are attached to belt 10 4C-1 and 104C-2, respectively. 104C-2 respectively cover the openings 116A and 116B of the infant car seat 102. In this implementation, belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 may be routed through The end of C-2 is under the seat pan 122 and between the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. At the anchor point 164 between the pulley strap 159 and the There are.

[0173] FIG. 38 shows that each belt 104C-1 and 104C-2 of the anchor system 104o Another exemplary infant carriage with its own corresponding pulley-based tightening mechanism. As shown, belt 104C-1 is connected to a pulley strand. Similarly, belt 104C-2 can be coupled to a pulley strap. Pulley straps 159A and 159B can be connected to the pulley straps 159A and 159B. 158A and 158B, respectively, attached to the infant car seat 102. 58B. In this configuration, belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 , and tightened separately by pulling on pulley straps 158A and 158B, respectively. It can be attached.

[0174] 39A and 39B are views of a belt anchor system for fastening a belt. 1 illustrates another exemplary infant car seat system 100l incorporating a ratchet mechanism. As shown, the infant car seat system 100l includes seat anchors 104A and The seat anchor 10 may include a belt-equipped anchor system 104p with a seat anchor 104B. 4B is coupled to belt 104C which passes through opening 116B in seat shell rail 106B. The belt 104C can then be attached to the spool 16 within the infant car seat 102. 6. The spool 166 allows the belt 104C to be wound around the infant car seat 10 A longer belt 104C can be used without significantly increasing the volume occupied within the The seat anchor 104A can be attached to the second slot of the seat shell rail 106A. It may also include a belt 104C wrapped around the pool.

[0175] The spool 166 is wound in the opposite direction to the belt 104C that unwinds the belt 104C. The belt 104C moves along the direction in which the belt 104C is wound while restricting the movement of the belt 104C. The spool 166 may include a ratchet mechanism that allows only the seat shell to be The rail 106B may be mechanically coupled to a handle 165 that may be located on the outside of the rail 106B. 165 progressively winds up the belt 104C, as shown in FIG. 39B, thus To tighten the belt 104C, the parent and / or caregiver must repeatedly pull the handle 165. It may be configured so that it must be pulled.

[0176] In some implementations, the spool 166 allows the belt 104C to be loosened. The release mechanism may include a release mechanism that is triggered by different actuations of the handle 165. (e.g., the handle 165 can be pushed inward toward the infant car seat. In some implementations, the belt 104C can be The sheet may be unwound by pulling the sheet anchor 104B. In this configuration, the spool 166 rotates when the parent and / or caregiver activates the handle 165. A spring (not shown) is provided to provide spring bias for automatically rewinding the belt 104C when the belt is It may include.

[0177] Figure 40 shows a spring-assisted retraction mechanism for tightening the belted anchor system. 1 shows yet another exemplary infant car seat system 100m incorporating the Thus, the belt anchor system 104q is a seat belt with a separate belt 104C. The belt 104C may again include anchors 104A and 104B. It may be wound around a spool 166 located within the sheet 102. In this implementation, the spool 166 accommodates any additional input by the parent and / or caregiver. A similar spring actuation system may include a spring configured to retract the belt without force. Pool 166 is included separately for belt 104C coupled to seat anchor 104A. Therefore, seat anchors 104A and 104B may be attached to vehicle seat 50. When attached, the belt 104C can be automatically tightened.

[0178] The spool 166 is large enough to accommodate a 100m infant car seat system. When a parent and / or caregiver applies excessive force to the belt 104C, the 102. In some implementations, the spool The belt 166 only moves when a large force is applied for a short period of time (e.g., in the case of a collision force). In other words, the parent and / or caregiver The guardian may then gently pull on the seat anchor 104B for a longer period of time to secure the belt 104 in place. 4C can be rewound. In some implementations, the infant car seat system 10 The 0m may include a button (not shown) to release the retraction spool 166, As a result, the belt 104C pulls the seat anchor 104B with less force. It can be more easily unwound.

[0179] Infant car seat system with belt anchor system and release actuator M> Infant car seat systems with belt anchor systems also a release actuator for providing a quick disconnect mechanism for releasing the system from the vehicle seat; Similar to the release actuator described above for the rigid anchor system, the belt Release actuators for the attached anchor systems can be integrated into the infant car seat in various ways. It can be made into

[0180] For example, FIGS. 41A and 41B show the release actuation of infant car seat system 100c-1. 10A and 10B are views of an exemplary infant with a suction device 180a and a belt anchor system 104h. 1 shows a car seat system 100n-1 for a vehicle. As shown, a release actuator 180 a is a part of the seat shell 103 and in particular the seat shell rail of the infant car seat 102 Cables 184A and 184B routed through 106A and 106B , can also be included in this case. Cables 184A and 184B are seat shell rails. Infant car seat 102 between seats 106A and 106B and under seat rim 108 The cable 1 can be coupled to an actuator handle 182 located on the rear side 102B of the cable 1. 84A and 184B are seat cushions for connection with seat anchors 104A and 104B. It can also be routed through openings in the well rails 106A and 106B.

[0181] For belted anchor systems, belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 are compatible , actuation of release actuator 180a releases seat anchors 104A and 104B. Instead of activating the release mechanism, the seat anchors 104C-1 and 104C-2 are displaced. Therefore, the sheath is a seat shell at the end of the actuator. The cable inside the sheath contacts the actuator and the connector housing at its end. The connector is connected to a power strip and to a latch (or unlatch) to release the connector. FIG. 41B shows that the cable 184B is connected to both the latch 130 and the actuator handle 182. The actuator handle 182 can be mounted directly to the seat arm so that movement of the actuator handle 182 104B to release the latch 130.

[0182] FIG. 42 shows an infant car seat system 100c-2 and a belt anchor system. Another exemplary infant car seat incorporating a release actuator 180b at 1004h. Release actuator 180b is shown in the infant car seat system 100n-2. can operate in the same manner as release actuator 180a in system 100n-1, Cables 184A and 184B are connected to latches 104A and 104B of seat anchors 104A and 104B. 30 and may be directly coupled to the actuator handle 182. and 184B are again routed through the carrying handle 112 and Sufficient play can be provided to accommodate changes in the rotational position of the ring handle 112. .

[0183] FIG. 43 illustrates a release actuator 18 coupled to a belted anchor system 104h. 1 shows another exemplary infant car seat system 100n-3 with a In this state, the release actuator 180c releases the seat anchors 104A and 104B. It may include two actuator handles for separate release. The actuator handle 182B is located on the side of the seat shell rail 106B and is In some implementations, the actuator handle 182B can be coupled to the actuator handle 184B. To release the seat anchor 104B, the parent and / or caregiver must press the handle 18 However, it may be configured as a sliding mechanism that requires sliding of 2B. The actuator handle 182B may also be configured as a push / pull mechanism or a twist mechanism. It should be understood that the cable 184A can be configured as a In some implementations, the actuator handle can be connected to a similar actuator handle on the The cables 184A and 184B are connected to the handle 182B by the seat anchors 104A and 104B. 104B can be routed so that both 104A and 104B can be released simultaneously.

[0184] In some implementations, the release actuator is integrated with the belt tightening mechanism. For example, FIG. 44 shows a release actuator 180d and an in-line cam lock. Another exemplary infant carriage with belt anchor system 104m including 158. 100n-4. As shown, the case of the release actuator 180d The bull 184 is threaded through a webbing 186 on the belt 104C (e.g., the belt 104C through the webbing section placed above it) and then The actuator handle (not shown) may be routed partially through port 102. Therefore, cable 184 is connected to belt 104C when belt 104C is tightened. 4C. In this way, the displacement of the belt 104B can move the The possibility of inadvertent release of the seat anchor 104B is substantially reduced. can.

[0185] Infant car seat system with belt anchor system and storage compartment System> Infant car seat systems with belt anchor systems also have seat anchors. - one for storing 104A and 104B and / or part of the belt 104C Or it may include multiple storage compartments 160. For example, FIG. 45 shows a seat anchor. - Seat shell rails 106A and 106B are used to accommodate seats 104A and 104B. Storage compartments 16 located in locker cavities 118A and 118B of B 1 shows an exemplary infant car seat system 100o including an infant seat 100c. The car seat 102 has seat anchors 104A and 104B in the storage compartment. 160c, the front and side of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. It may include an opening 162c formed along the portion.

[0186] The storage compartment 160c is configured so that the seat anchors 104A and 104B are In some implementations, the system may be positioned in a substantially horizontal direction. The seat anchor 104B (or seat anchor 104A) is connected to the belt 104C. The belt 104C can be passed through an opening 116B on the seat shell rail 106B. Therefore, the belt 104C is partially routed within the infant car seat 102. The belt 104C may also be arranged to move in a direction away from the storage compartment when displaced. Just as you move through the storage compartment 160c, Belt 104C may also be attached to a belt tightening mechanism (not shown). If the infant car seat system 100o is not attached to a vehicle seat, In this case, the belt tightening mechanism is activated, and the belt 104C accommodates the seat anchor 104B. It can be pulled into compartment 160c. For deployment, the belt tightening mechanism The parent and / or caregiver must place the seat anchor 104B along with the belt 104C in the storage compartment. It may include a release mechanism that allows it to be withdrawn from compartment 160c.

[0187] Figure 46 shows several storage compartments 160d-1, 160d-2, and / or or 160d-3, as well as another exemplary belted anchor system 104k. Infant car seat system 100p. Storage compartment 160d-1, 16 0d-2, and / or 160d-3, seat shell rails 104A and 104B The locking members 118A and 118B may be disposed within rocker cavities 118A and 118B defined by In this implementation, the parent and / or caregiver uses belts 104C-1 and 10 4C-2, the seat anchors 104A and 104B can be stored. This can be done by attaching the belts 104C-1 and 104C-2 to the belt hooks, as the case may be. 119A and 119B and seat anchors 104A and 104B. , beyond the seat rim 108, storage compartments 160d-1, 160d-2, and and / or placing the seat anchor in 160d-3. - 104A and 104B (together with belts 104C-1 and 104C-2) It may be placed under a pad (not shown).

[0188] FIG. 47 shows a plurality of pins 16 positioned along the exterior of the infant car seat 102 for storage. 3 and another exemplary infant car seat with belt anchor system 104j. As shown, pin 163 extends outward from seat rim 108. When seat anchors 104A and 104B are retracted, the parent and / or The caregiver must latch seat anchors 104A and 104B onto one of pins 163. As a result, the seat anchors 104A and 104B and the belt 104C-1 and 104C-2 do not hang down from the infant car seat 102.

[0189] In some implementations, the seat anchors 104A and 104B are secured to the pin 163. The pin 163 can be loosely hooked onto the shaft 161 so that it can be rotated and moved. In some implementations, the seat anchors 104A and 104B are seat anchors 104 A and 104B cannot move translationally or rotationally relative to the infant car seat 102. In addition, the pin 163 can also be The outside of the seat shell 103 and / or the seat shell rails 106A and 106B and also on the inside of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B (i.e., The space below the radiator 122 may be disposed.

[0190] FIG. 48 shows the structure of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B under the seat pan 122. Another exemplary infant car seat system with a storage compartment 160e disposed therein. As shown, the infant car seat system 100r includes a belt-type In this implementation, the storage compartment may include an anchoring system 104j. 160e shows that the seat anchors 104A and 104B are connected to the belts 104C-1 and 104C-2. It allows it to be manually placed in storage compartment 160e along with part of the C-2. The infant car seat 102 has an opening for receiving the baby's seat 102a. possible.

[0191] Figure 49 shows the storage compartments of the infant car seat systems 100f-1 and 100f-2. a storage compartment 160f of similar shape and arrangement to the compartment 160b; 1 illustrates an exemplary infant car seat system 100s. As shown, the storage compartment The ment 160f is inserted into the rocker cavity 1 of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. The seat shell rails 106A and 106B may be disposed within the front of the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. The front opening of the seat 106B is provided for the seat anchor 106 located in the storage compartment 160f. 4A and 104B.

[0192] <Infant car seat system with adjustable feet> As mentioned above, the shape, orientation, and overall configuration of the vehicle seat 50 may vary depending on the type of seat. seat and / or may vary between different vehicles. This variability typically This makes it difficult to install a car seat system for a safe and tight fit. In the case of the infant car seat system described in 107A and 107B, which makes installation even more difficult. Creating an unstable platform that can be difficult to access (e.g., infant car seats) 2 tends to rock back and forth).

[0193] Different vehicle seats 50 and curved rocker bottoms 107A and 107B To accommodate the infant car seat 102, the infant car seat system 100 includes an infant car seat The car seat 102 may include an adjustment foot 170 for changing the reclining angle of the car seat 102. For example, 50 shows an exemplary infant car seat system 100u, including an infant car seat 10 2 includes an adjustment foot 170 located along the lower front portion of the seat shell 103. As shown, the seat pan angle α1 of the vehicle seat pan 56 is generally 6 degrees with respect to the horizontal. In addition, the backrest 120 of the infant car seat 102 can be adjusted to a range of 20 degrees. To ensure the safety and comfort of the infant 40, the angle is preferably between about 40 degrees and horizontal. It should be oriented at a reclining angle α2 of between about 60 degrees.

[0194] Adjustment foot 170 works in conjunction with curved bottom rockers 107A and 107B Therefore, especially during the process of installing the infant car seat in the vehicle, the infant car seat 102 It can provide a stable platform for resting on the vehicle seat 50. In implementations, the adjustment foot 170 may be attached to the vehicle seat back 58 and / or the vehicle seat pan 5 6, generally to the seat pan and Provides leverage against the seat and / or backrest, thereby allowing the infant car seat to move freely A tight and secure fit in both seats (e.g., meets the CPS "inch test") (Installation suitable for the seat pan) Installation can be easily performed. Additionally, the position and / or orientation of the adjustable foot 170 relative to the infant car seat 102 may vary. The adjustment foot 1 may be adjustable to change the reclining angle α2 accordingly. 70 maintains the desired recline angle once set by the parent and / or caregiver. The device may further include an integral positioning mechanism to ensure that the device is held securely in place.

[0195] The adjustable foot 170 is integrated into the infant car seat system 100 in several ways: For example, FIGS. 52A and 52B show an example of a telescoping adjustable foot 170a. 1 shows a typical infant car seat system 100u-1. As shown, the adjustable foot 170 a base 172 attached to the infant car seat 102 and (e.g., adjustable feet) telescopically slidable relative to the base 172 (to change the overall height dimension of the The base 172 and the foot 174 may include a seat shell rail 1 106A and 106B, near the front side 102A of the infant car seat 102. 107A and 107B. The contact can be balanced, which is typically the rear 102B of the infant car seat 102. occurs towards.

[0196] The base 172 can be oriented so that the foot 174 moves along a translational axis 171 . The recliner can be adjusted by retracting and / or extending the foot 174 from the base 172. The angle α2 can be increased or decreased, respectively.

[0197] The base 172 includes a positioning mechanism for locking the position of the foot 174 relative to the base 172. In some implementations, the positioning mechanism 176 may further include a base The rack defines a set of discrete positions for the foot 174 that are set and maintained relative to the rack 172. The positioning mechanism 176 may also include a push button, a rotatable knob, or the like. , and actuation in several ways, including but not limited to, a sliding mechanism Thus, the parent and / or caregiver can activate the positioning mechanism 176 to The foot 174 can be unlocked, which allows the foot 174 to be positioned accordingly. Once the desired position of the foot 174 is set, the parent and / or Alternatively, the caregiver can release the positioning mechanism 176 to lock the foot 174 in place. It is possible.

[0198] In some implementations, the adjustment foot 170a also adjusts the infant car seat 102 In particular, the base 172 may be rotatable relative to the base 172 and the foot 174. via a rod, tube, or bar 178 that allows it to rotate between the operating position and the operating position. 51B shows a base 172. and the foot 174 is positioned substantially flush with the bottom of the seat pan 122. , showing the adjustment foot 170a in a stowed position. 0a also accommodates seat anchors 104A and 104B when in the stowed position. A storage compartment may be formed for the

[0199] FIG. 52 illustrates the rotatable adjustment foot 170b and belted anchor system 104k. 1 shows another exemplary infant car seat system 100u-2, comprising: , the adjustment foot 170b is pivoted on the pivot shaft 179 to adjust the reclining angle α2. The foot 174 may include a foot configured to pivot about the foot 174. It can be rotated downward to decrease the reclining angle α2. In the mounted configuration, the adjustable foot 170b also adjusts the angle set relative to the infant car seat 102. The adjustment foot 174 may include a positioning mechanism (not shown) to maintain the foot 174 at the desired angle. Similar to 70a, the positioning mechanism in adjustable foot 170b allows the parent and / or caregiver to It can be manually actuated to allow the rotational position of the foot 174 to be adjusted as needed.

[0200] <Infant car seat system with rocker feet> As mentioned above, the infant car seat 102 includes a curved bottom rocker 107A and a 07B, which may include seat shell rails 106A and 106B with An unstable platform for the infant car seat 102 when placed on the vehicle seat 50. In addition to integrating the adjustable foot 170, the infant carriage Rocker system 100 has flat bottom rockers instead of curved bottom rockers 107A and 107B. However, it is possible to simply incorporate a seat shell rail 102 with a flat bottom side. However, this approach eliminates the locking function of the infant car seat 102.

[0201] In some implementations, the infant car seat 102 includes a retractable rocker foot. By incorporating a locking mechanism, the For example, FIG. 53 shows curved rocker bottoms 107A and 107B. disposed within seat shell rails 106A and 106B, respectively, to provide Exemplary infant car seat with pop-out rocker feet 190A and 190B 53 shows the system 100v. As shown in FIG. 53, the pop-out rocker foot 190 B is retractable and is located within rocker cavity 118B when not in use. (The seat shell rails 106A may be positioned as shown in FIG. 53 to accommodate the feet 190A.) (It may contain a similar locker cavity not shown). When deployed, the retractable pole The pop-out rocker feet 190A and 190B are mounted on the seat shell rails 106A and and 106B, and can extend substantially across the bottom surface of the curved bottom lobe. The present invention provides a curved platform similar to that of the lockers 107A and 107B.

[0202] Retractable pop-out rocker feet 190A and 190B are positioned to allow for a desired path (e.g. For example, the infant car seat 102 may be oriented substantially vertically when supported by a horizontal surface. A sliding mechanism (e.g., slots and rails) that restrains the foot along the path ) can be coupled to their corresponding seat shell rails 106A and 106B The seat shell rails 106A and 106B extend and / or retract. When the retractable pop-up feet 190A and 190B are The container may have a bottom opening through which the container can be opened.

[0203] Pop-out rocker feet maintain the foot in either the stowed or operating position. The locking mechanism may further include an integral locking mechanism (not shown) for securing the device to the housing. or button 194. For example, a parent and / or caregiver The pop-out rocker feet can be deployed by pressing tab / button 194. For storage, the parent and / or caregiver presses the tab / button 194 to retract the Pop-out rocker feet 190A and 190B are available for corresponding rocker cavities It can be pushed into 118A and 118B.

[0204] Pop-out rocker foot 190A on each seat shell rail 106A and 106B Or 190B can be actuated individually as shown in FIG. 53. However, other implementations Now, the infant car seat 102 can be opened and closed by activating only one tab / button 194. The foot is mechanically coupled so that it can be simultaneously deployed and / or retracted. It should be understood that a pair of pop-out rocker feet 190A and 190B may be included. .

[0205] <Infant car seat system with mini seat base> In some implementations, a conventional infant car seat system is used for ride-hailing or The challenges encountered when using ride-sharing vehicles are different from the traditional approach shown in Figure 1A. By using a seat base that is smaller than the removable vehicle installation base 20, For example, FIG. 54 shows an infant car seat attached to a vehicle seat 50. a mini-base 200 that provides a mounting interface for mounting the 102; 1 illustrates an exemplary infant car seat system 100w.

[0206] As shown, the mini-base 200 is mounted on a seat amp for attachment to the vehicle seat 50. Anchoring system that allows cars 104A and 104B to be attached directly to the Mini Base 200 The mini-base 200 may also include a seat belt 104s. The seat belt 50 is adapted to receive a vehicle seat belt (not shown) so that it can also be coupled to the vehicle seat 50. The mini base 200 may include a belt hook 210 for attaching to the infant car seat 102. The rod 204 may include an engagement mechanism 202 configured to receive the rod 204. As shown in FIG. 1, the rod 204 is positioned between the seat shell rails 106A and 106B. It may be located under the seat pan 122.

[0207] In some implementations, the engagement mechanism 202 may be configured to secure the infant car seat 102 to the mini-base 2. 00. The mini-base 200 and / or The infant car seat 102, when activated by a parent and / or caregiver, A release mechanism (not shown) for releasing the car seat 102 from the mini-base 200 may also be provided. It may be included in.

[0208] With this approach, the infant car seat 102 is secured to the seat shell rails 106A and and 106B may still be substantially on the vehicle seat 50. Unlike conventional infant car seat systems (as shown in FIG. 1A), the mini base 200 and provides an interface for attaching the infant car seat 102 to the vehicle seat 50. It only serves to provide a platform for supporting the infant car seat 102. In addition, the seat anchors 104A and 104B are not integral with the seat anchors disclosed herein. The same quick connect and anchor system as the above-described infant car seat system of the present invention is provided. The mini-base 200 can also provide a conventional system The dimensions of the MiniBase 200 can be significantly smaller than those of the MiniBase 200. Reduced weight and size, therefore reducing the burden of transportation for parents and / or caregivers do.

[0209] In some implementations, the infant car seat 102 can be secured by a parent and / or caregiver. and then attached to the vehicle seat 50 together. Similarly, the infant car seat 102 and mini base 200 may be mounted together in a vehicle seat. 50. In this way, the mini base 200 can be This allows the device to function as an accessory that can be removably coupled to the device 102. Infant car seat 102 maintains a lighter weight, infant car seat system 100w Reduces the functionality of the infant car seat 102 that can only be used when it is installed in a vehicle. It is possible.

[0210] In some implementations, the infant car seat 102 is attached to the minicar seat via an engagement mechanism 210. An integral release actuator that may be mechanically integrated into the base 200, or the mini-base 20 Storage compartment for storing 160mm x 0mm with integrated anchor system It may include one or more of the features described above with respect to the infant car seat system.

[0211] <Transporting infants via ride-hailing / ride-sharing> As described above, the infant car seat system according to various exemplary implementations disclosed herein The system authorizes the transportation of infants using ride-hailing or ride-sharing services. In view of the above, Figure 55A shows the Transportation network companies (TNCs; e.g., Uber, Lyft) that provide travel services 5 shows a method 5500 of providing transportation to an infant and accompanying parent / caregiver by

[0212] In step 5510 of method 5500, a transportation network company is already established. Entering into a contract with the driver of a vehicle that includes the infant car seat system 100 of the present invention. By agreement with the driver, the driver may use the software running on the driver's mobile device. Use the app to request a ride hail / ride from a party (e.g., an infant's parent / caregiver) Receive and accept reservations for shared journeys. Transport network companies and dry The contract between the driver and the server may be, for example, a contract between the driver and the server on the vehicle's computing device. via an app, via a website, or through an app on the driver's mobile device The offer may be accepted using any suitable means, including a transportation network. Any appropriate agreement that results in a legally enforceable contract, such as a contractual agreement provided by the Company. The driver can download the app from the app store. Simply use the app on the driver's mobile device and the vehicle's computer by clicking an accept / agree option on your device, website, or by any other appropriate means. The terms of the agreement are based on the vehicle driver's acceptance of the vehicle's The agreement may include an agreement to provide the infant car seat system 100 as described above. The terms of the agreement may also be entered into by the parent / carer (or another party acting on the parent / carer's behalf). The trip will be charged by the TNC for the trip and / or time requested by the TNC. The use of an infant car seat in the vehicle is required and optional, and may be subject to an additional fee from the TNC. Drivers can specify that a fee will be charged. As part of the app's operation, the driver will use the start and end directions for the journey provided by the customer. Receive a prompt.

[0213] In step 5520, in accordance with the agreement of step 5510, the TNC You provide and / or permit the electronic download of the App to your mobile device. Iva is a popular choice for ride-hailing / ride-sharing activities where infant car seats are especially required. You can receive reservations.

[0214] The parent / carer (or party booking on behalf of the parent / carer) as well as the driver of the vehicle You can also download passenger-specific apps from transportation network companies and use infant car seats. A vehicle reservation with the system 100 can be requested. Figure 55B shows option 5550 The party requests a vehicle equipped with an infant car seat system, as indicated by Here is an example interface for such an app that can be used to: In this situation, the request / booking is made by the parent / carer (and optionally, more explicit or obvious indication of the presence of an additional person, and Driver-specific apps can include requests for the vehicle they are installed in. , receive an indication of the request from the booking party (e.g., if a transport network company If we determine that the Driver's vehicle meets the criteria set out in the request / reservation), Automatically accept requests (e.g., based on contract or driver expressed preferences) ) or require the driver to accept the request voluntarily. is.

[0215] In some implementations, the passenger-specific app may allow the reservation holder to install the infant car seat system 1. 00, and may require additional or Alternatively, the app may allow the user to choose a time period over a longer period of time, such as a few hours, a day, a few days, or a week. This may allow the infant car seat system 100 to be rented for longer periods of time. Such functionality allows, for example, parents / caregivers to use the infant car beyond the need for a requested journey. This can be useful when anticipating extended needs for the seating system 100. The need for this is, for example, for parents / caregivers to travel with their infant on a multi-leg journey (e.g., from home). The first ride-hail leg to the departure airport, the empty leg from the departure airport to the destination airport, This can happen if you are traveling on a second ride-hail from your car to your grandparents' house. Figure 55C shows how the booker can purchase an infant car seat via the passenger-specific app interface. Option 5555 (selectable "Car Seat Rail") for renting the Car Seat Rail System 100 In some implementations, such Selection includes additional information, terms, and prices related to the rental of the Infant Car Seat System 100. provide one or more additional interfaces to the subscriber to provide settings, etc., You agree to such terms before confirming the rental of an infant car seat system with the Contractor. Option 5555 is selected or otherwise required. Once completed, the transport network company will then provide the parent / caregiver with the required driving instructions via a driver-specific app. I plan to carry the infant car seat system 100 with me for a while after the procedure is complete. This allows the driver to see that the vehicle is in a safe condition, so that the driver can , the parent / caregiver must be allowed to remove the infant car seat system 100.

[0216] In step 5530, once the journey is complete, the driver may Use the app running on your device to reach your ride-hail or ride-share destination. For example, the driver can indicate that the Click on the Complete Trip option in the app's user interface. After receiving such an indication, the transport network operator Network companies can give drivers a portion of the fee charged to bookers In this way, drivers can provide infant car seat systems as an amenity for parents / caregivers. In some implementations, the customer is compensated for providing the system 100 to the vehicle. When booking, the customer selects option 5555 to rent an infant car seat system. The driver can then install the infant car seat system 100 via a driver-specific app. / You may be asked to provide confirmation that you are handing it over to the caregiver.

[0217] The parent / caregiver will then install the infant car seat system during the subsequent journey with the transportation network company. If a parent / caregiver wishes to return the car seat, they will be available on the passenger-specific app during the car seat rental. This can be indicated via a "return car seat" option 5560 which may be enabled. In such cases, the journey will be provided by a driver of a vehicle contracted with a transport network company. Once selected, the parent / carer can then select the next elect / request to return the infant car seat system 100 upon completion of the journey. that the parent / carer (or the party booking on behalf of the parent / carer) has - An additional fee for the rental of the seat system will be charged (in addition to the cost of the trip itself) Once the next leg is completed, the driver will receive a detailed breakdown of the The driver-specific app can hold the car seat system 100 and the infant car seat. Additional fees charged to subscribers by transport network companies for system rental In some implementations, the driver may indicate the and instruct the person making the reservation to confirm receipt / return of the infant car seat system 100. In some implementations, the driver-specific app can receive the following information: Vehicle drivers must be notified that their vehicle is available for subsequent bookings and / or rentals. The car seat system 100 is listed as The Commission may permit the

[0218] Figure 56 shows a transportation network that provides ride-hailing or ride-sharing services. Another method 5600 for providing transportation for an infant through a work company is shown, in which the parent / caregiver Possessing and / or using an infant car seat system 100 according to any of the embodiments described herein Or, deal with the scenario in other ways. As discussed above in relation to 5C, the parent / carer, or another person acting on behalf of the parent / carer, The party hails, requests, and and / or otherwise book and pay for the transportation network company and / or vehicle. , i.e., vehicles and transport network companies contracted to provide such journey services. In some implementations, payment is not made upfront. , after the journey is completed. The request is provided by the transportation network company. This is done by the person making the booking via a passenger-specific app and is generally related to Figures 55A-55C. Driver-specific apps provided by transportation network companies, as detailed in When making a request, the booking party must provide the passenger specific Through a mobile app, users can specify the start and end of their journey. Quest reserves the right to refuse to accept or refuse a booking if the booking is made by a parent / caregiver accompanying an infant in an infant car seat system. or may include an indication that you are requesting a journey instead. In some implementations, providing such an indication may include providing a fare for the journey to the booker. / resulting in increased costs.

[0219] In some implementations, the parent / caregiver may use the Rental of infant car seat systems from previous trips with transportation network companies In this implementation, the reservation person has Requests made include that the parent / caregiver keep the car seat after the trip, i.e., that the car seat is not part of the transport network. Indication of intent to continue renting infant car seat systems from the rental company. In some implementations, the reservation user may select the "return car seat" option 5560. Failure to select (see Figure 55C) implies continued rental of the infant car seat system. In some implementations, such selection of retaining the infant car seat system The omission of the selection to display or retain can be determined by the vehicle driver via the driver-specific app. can be provided to the

[0220] In step 5620, the method 5600 sends the Once the vehicle arrives, the parent / caregiver must transport the infant to the vehicle in the infant car seat system. and the parent / caregiver and / or driver must install the infant car seat system in the and mounting the seat on the vehicle with the front of the seat facing the rear of the vehicle. As mentioned above, the infant car seat does not include a removable vehicle mounting base and is It can be installed in a vehicle without the use of both vehicle seat belts. The infant car seat must have a corresponding curved rocker bottom (e.g. Bottom 107A and and 107B, or structurally / functionally similar variations thereof) (e.g., rails 106A and 106B, or structurally / functionally similar variations thereof) and a carrying handle (e.g., handle 112, or a structural / functional similar The infant car seat also includes a set of handles that can be attached to the seat shell rails. a handle attachment mechanism (e.g., mechanisms 114A and 114B, or The infant car seat system may include a vehicle seat or a similar vehicle (or a similar structural / functional variant thereof). Also, make sure the infant car seat fits tightly so that the front of the infant car seat does not touch the rear of the vehicle. facing a vehicle seat of a vehicle (e.g., similar to vehicle seat 50 or structurally / functionally An anchoring system coupled to an infant car seat for direct attachment to the seat (a variant similar to (e.g., anchor system 104, or a structurally / functionally similar variant thereof) It is possible.

[0221] The anchor system mechanically couples the seat shell to the corresponding section of the rail. anchors (e.g., seat anchors 104A and 104B, or their structural / functional In this way, each anchor can be attached to the infant car seat. and its correspondence between the front of the seat and the corresponding handle attachment mechanisms on either side of the infant car seat. In this position / configuration, each infant carriage is restrained by the seat shell rails that The seat anchor is then connected to a vehicle lower anchor (e.g., vehicle lower anchor 52) of the vehicle seat. A and 52B).

[0222] In step 5630, and upon arrival of the vehicle at the destination, the parent / caregiver and / or driver The driver is connected to an actuator (e.g., For example, using actuator 180 or a structurally / functionally similar variant thereof. This allows both seat anchors to be mechanically engaged with their corresponding anchors under the vehicle. Taking your baby and infant car seat system on the road In some implementations, subscribers are charged extra for capacity, and the transportation network The total fare displayed by the company to the customer must be provided to the driver via a driver-specific app. It is possible. conclusion

[0223] All parameters, dimensions, materials, and configurations described herein are exemplary only. The actual parameters, dimensions, materials, and / or configurations may vary depending on the particular application in which the teachings of the present invention are used. The specific application or applications will depend on the particular application. Therefore, the above-described embodiments are presented as examples. Within the scope of the appended claims and equivalents thereof, embodiments of the invention are particularly described and claimed. It is to be understood that the scope of the invention may be practiced other than as specifically described. Inventive embodiments of the present disclosure include each individual feature, system, Covered are articles, materials, kits, and / or methods.

[0224] Further, two or more of such features, systems, articles, materials, kits, and / or methods Any combination of such features, systems, articles, materials, kits, and / or If the methods are not mutually inconsistent, they are included within the scope of the present disclosure. Modifications and omissions may be made to each of the exemplary implementations without departing from the scope of this disclosure. The design, operating conditions, and arrangement of the elements can be adjusted. and excludes any other equivalents that perform the same function in the same way and produce the same results. do not have.

[0225] Also, various inventive concepts may be embodied as one or more methods, some of which may be At least one embodiment is provided. The actions performed as part of the method may include: In some embodiments of the present invention, the In implementations, the actions of a given method may be performed in a different order than that specifically illustrated. This may be done sequentially (even though such operations are sequential in the exemplary embodiment). It may involve the simultaneous execution of several actions (even if shown as separate actions). do.

[0226] All publications, patent applications, patents, and other references mentioned herein are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety. are incorporated by reference in their entirety.

[0227] All definitions defined and used herein are dictionary definitions, which are incorporated by reference. The definitions in the document and / or ordinary meaning of the defined terms shall be understood to govern. It should be.

[0228] As used in this specification and claims, the indefinite articles "a" and "an" are expressly intended to be used interchangeably. Unless otherwise indicated, "one" should be understood to mean "at least one."

[0229] As used in this specification and claims, the term "and / or" is used interchangeably. means "either or both" of the elements conjointly present in some cases. "and" should be understood to mean elements that are present in other cases and present separately in other cases. Multiple elements listed with " / or" are of the same form, i.e., "one" of the conjoined elements. "one or more" shall be interpreted as referring to the element specifically identified. Any element other than those identified in the "and / or" clause, whether related or unrelated. Thus, by way of example and not limitation, "A and / or The reference to "B" when used in conjunction with open-ended phrases such as "to have" In one embodiment, only A (optionally including elements other than B) is used, and in another embodiment, In some embodiments, only B (optionally including elements other than A) and in yet other embodiments It may refer to both A and B (optionally including other elements), and so on.

[0230] As used in this specification and claims, "or" means "and" as defined above. and / or" should be understood to have the same meaning as "and / or." For example, When used in isolation, "or" or "and / or" is inclusive, i.e. containing at least one, but also two or more of the elements of a number or list, and Optionally, additional items not listed will be interpreted as including them. Only the indicated term, e.g., "only one of" or "exactly one of", or When used in the claims, the term "consisting of" only refers to a precise number or list. Generally, as used herein, "or" refers to the inclusion of one or more elements of the other. Terms may be used in conjunction with terms of exclusivity, e.g., "any," "one of," "only one of," " or "exactly one of" indicates exclusive alternatives (i.e., "both and "Consisting essentially of" is interpreted as meaning "either or" When used herein, it shall have its ordinary meaning as used in the field of patent law. do.

[0231] As used in this specification and claims, "list" refers to a list of one or more elements. The phrase "at least one" refers to a choice of one or more of the elements in a list of elements. means at least one element in a list, but not necessarily within the list of elements. It does not necessarily include at least one of each of the specifically listed elements, It should also be understood that any combination of elements from the list of elements is not intended to be exclusive. This definition also applies to the list of elements to which the phrase "at least one" refers. Elements other than those specifically identified in the are related or unrelated to the elements specifically identified. It allows for optional presence whether or not there is a limit. However, for example, "at least one of A and B" (or, equivalently, "A or at least one of A and / or B,” or equivalently, “at least one of A and / or B.” "at least one" in one embodiment means at least one and optionally more contains A and B (and optionally contains elements other than B), In this embodiment, at least one and optionally more B is included; A is absent (and optionally contains elements other than A), and alternative embodiments In this embodiment, at least one A and optionally more A and at least B (and optionally other elements) This can refer to things such as:

[0232] In the claims and in the above specification, all transitional phrases, such as "comprising" "ing," "including," "carrying," "having," "including" "containing," "involving," "holding," "consisting of" "includes," and the like, are understood to be open-ended, i.e., including but not limited to, "Consisting of" and "consisting essentially of" mean that the invention is not limited to the following: Only the transitional phrase "invention" appears in the U.S. Patent Office Guidelines for Patent Examination, Section 2111.03. are closed or semi-closed transitional phrases, respectively.

[0233] In light of the above, the present specification discloses, for example, the following invention.

[0234] 1. An infant car seat system for attachment to a vehicle seat, comprising: a backrest, a seat pan, a first side having a first seat shell rail, and a second Infant car seat having a seat shell including a second side with a seat shell rail of And, The second seat shell rail is spaced apart from the first seat shell rail. and a first seat shell rail and a second seat shell rail are disposed on the first seat shell rail and the second seat shell rail, the first seat shell rail and the second seat shell rail being spaced apart from each other. a seat shell rail extending from the seat shell in a direction away from the seat pan; The first seat shell rail and the second seat shell rail are a child seat disposed between the second seat shell rail and the vehicle seat; The infant car seat can be attached to the vehicle seat without using an infant car seat attachment / detachment base. directly supports the seat shell, the first seat shell rail, and the second seat shell rail. The seat shell rail forms an integral and inseparable structure, and the first seat shell rail The position of the rail and the second seat shell rail relative to the rest of the seat shell and an infant car seat secured in place. A vehicle seat is connected to the seat shell, and the vehicle seat is attached to the vehicle seat attachment / detachment base. An anchor configured to be attached directly to the vehicle seat without using a base. 1. A system comprising: a first infant car seat coupled to the infant car seat via a first belt portion; an anchor, the first infant car seat anchor being attached via the first belt portion; , extending from the first side of the seat shell to an area outside the space, The car seat anchor is mechanically engagable with a first vehicle anchor of the vehicle seat. a first infant car seat anchor; a second infant car seat coupled to the infant car seat via a second belt portion; an anchor, the second infant car seat anchor being connected via the second belt portion; , extending from the second side of the seat shell to an area outside the space, The car seat anchor is mechanically engagable with a second vehicle anchor of the vehicle seat. and a second infant car seat anchor. Ru, system.

[0235] The first belt portion extends from the first side region adjacent to the front of the seat shell. the second belt portion extends to the second side region adjacent to the front of the seat shell; A system extending from

[0236] The system wherein the first belt portion and the second belt portion are a single belt.

[0237] The single belt has an intermediate portion extending between the first belt portion and the second belt portion. the intermediate portion is disposed within at least one of the space and the seat shell. A system that can be used.

[0238] The first belt portion is attached to the first seat shell lever of the first side of the seat shell. the second belt portion extends from the second side of the seat shell, A system extending from two seat shell rails.

[0239] The child seat further comprises: a first car seat anchor for facilitating storage of at least one of the first car seat anchors; at least one first storage area provided on the side of the second car seat; at least one second recess on the second side for facilitating anchor storage; A system with a storage area.

[0240] The first storage area is disposed on the first seat shell rail, and the second storage area is disposed on the first seat shell rail. The storage area is disposed on the second seat shell rail.

[0241] The infant car seat includes a rim, and a first portion of the rim is a second portion of the rim defining an upper surface of the second side of the seat shell; defining a top surface; The first belt portion extends from the first portion of the rim, and the second belt portion extends from the A system extending from the second portion of the rim.

[0242] The first belt portion and the second belt portion are a single belt, and the single belt is an intermediate portion extending between the first belt portion and the second belt portion and traversing the seat pan; A system that includes parts.

[0243] The first portion of the rim includes a first belt hook and the second portion of the rim includes a second belt hook, the first belt portion extending from the first belt hook, The second belt portion extends from the second belt hook.

[0244] The system wherein the first belt portion and the second belt portion are adjustable.

[0245] A system wherein the first belt portion and the second belt portion are separate belts.

[0246] The first car seat anchor and the second car seat anchor are respectively When mechanically engaged with the vehicle seat anchor and the second vehicle seat anchor, for fastening at least one of the first strap and the second strap; The system further includes at least one strap disposed with the seat shell.

[0247] a seat belt assembly disposed on the first side of the seat shell and attached to the first seat belt section; a first take-up spool disposed on the second side of the seat shell; a second retraction spool attached to the second seat belt portion. .

[0248] The infant car seat further comprises: At least one actuator coupled to the infant car seat and the anchoring system a single actuation of the at least one actuator causes the first releasing the infant car seat anchor from mechanical engagement with the first vehicle anchor; and and releasing the second infant car seat anchor from mechanical engagement with the second vehicle anchor. The system includes at least one actuator that releases the

[0249] The at least one actuator includes at least one actuator handle. Including system.

[0250] The at least one actuator handle is located on the underside of the infant car seat. The system being used.

[0251] The infant car seat includes a carrying handle, and the at least one actuator The system handle is located on the carrying handle of the infant car seat. Hmm.

[0252] the vehicle seat includes a pair of LATCH system lower anchors; The first infant car seat anchor is the first infant car seat LATCH system connector. Including the The first vehicle anchor is one of a pair of LATCH system lower anchors of the vehicle seat. It is the first vehicle LATCH system anchor, The second infant car seat anchor is a second infant car seat LATCH system connector. including the The second vehicle anchor is one of a pair of LATCH system lower anchors of the vehicle seat. This is the second vehicle LATCH system anchor.

[0253] the vehicle seat includes a pair of ISOFIX system lower anchors; The first infant car seat anchor is a first infant car seat ISOFIX system connector. Including the The first vehicle anchor is one of a pair of ISOFIX system lower anchors of the vehicle seat. It is the first vehicle ISOFIX system anchor, The second infant car seat anchor is connected to the second infant car seat ISOFIX system connector. including the The second vehicle anchor is one of a pair of ISOFIX system lower anchors of the vehicle seat. This is the second vehicle ISOFIX system anchor.

[0254] The first side of the seat shell defines a first opening, and the The second side portion defines a second opening, and the first belt portion passes through the first opening to the front. The second belt portion extends to an area outside the space, and the second belt portion passes through the second opening and enters the space. A system that extends to areas outside of the

[0255] The first belt portion and the second belt portion constitute a single belt, and the single belt The first infant car seat passes through both the first opening and the second opening. A system extending from the anchor to said second infant car seat anchor.

[0256] A portion of the single belt extending between the first opening and the second opening is A system that is placed inside the car seat.

[0257] 1. An infant car seat system for attachment to a vehicle seat, comprising: a backrest, a seat pan, a first side having a first seat shell rail, and a second Infant car seat having a seat shell including a second side with a seat shell rail of And, The first seat shell rail and the second seat shell rail are extending from the seat shell in a direction away from the pan, and the second seat shell rail is adapted to support an infant car seat mounted on the vehicle seat. directly supporting the infant car seat on the vehicle seat without the use of a removable base; The seat shell, the first seat shell rail, and the second seat shell rail The car seat is an integral and inseparable structure. The infant car seat is attached to the 1. An anchoring system configured for direct attachment to a vehicle seat, comprising: a first child coupled to the first side of the seat shell via a first belt portion; a first infant car seat anchor, the first infant car seat anchor being attached to the vehicle seat; a first infant car seat anchor mechanically engagable with the first vehicle anchor; a second child coupled to the second side of the seat shell via a second belt portion; a second infant car seat anchor, the second infant car seat anchor being attached to the vehicle seat; a second infant car seat anchor mechanically engageable with the second vehicle anchor; and an anchor system comprising:

[0258] The car seat further comprises: a first car seat anchor for facilitating storage of at least one of the first car seat anchors; at least one first storage area provided on the side of the second car seat; at least one second recess on the second side for facilitating anchor storage; A system that has a storage area.

[0259] The first storage area is defined by a first recess on the first seat shell rail. and the second storage area is located in a second recess on the second seat shell rail. A system defined by:

[0260] The first side of the seat shell defines a first opening, and the The second side defines a second opening, and the first belt portion passes through the first opening to the front. The second belt portion extends to the outside of the infant car seat and passes through the second opening. A system that extends outside the infant car seat.

[0261] The first belt portion and the second belt portion constitute a single belt, and the single belt is , through both the first opening and the second opening, a system extending from the first anchor to the second infant car seat anchor.

[0262] The first belt portion extends from the first side region adjacent to the front of the seat shell. the second belt portion extends to the second side region adjacent to the front of the seat shell; A system extending from

Claims

1. 1. An infant car seat system for attachment to a vehicle seat, comprising: a backrest, a seat pan, a first side having a first seat shell rail, and a second EP 1 137 223 A2 2 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 Description [0001] An infant car seat having a seat shell including a second side with a seat shell rail of And, The second seat shell rail is spaced apart from the first seat shell rail. and a seat shell rail and a seat shell member, the seat shell rail and the seat shell member being spaced apart from each other and defining a space therebetween. a seat shell rail extending from the seat shell in a direction away from the seat pan; The first seat shell rail and the second seat shell rail are a seat shell rail and a child seat disposed between the second seat shell rail and the vehicle seat; The infant car seat can be attached to the vehicle seat without using an infant car seat attachment / detachment base. directly supports the seat shell, the first seat shell rail, and the second seat shell rail. The seat shell rails form an integral and inseparable structure, and the first seat shell rail The position of the rail and the second seat shell rail relative to the rest of the seat shell and an infant car seat secured in place. A vehicle seat is connected to the seat shell, and the vehicle seat is attached to the vehicle seat attachment / detachment base. An anchor configured to be attached directly to the vehicle seat without using a base.

1. A system comprising: a first infant car seat coupled to the infant car seat via a first belt portion; an anchor, the first infant car seat anchor being attached via the first belt portion; , extending from the first side of the seat shell to an area outside the space, The car seat anchor is mechanically engagable with a first vehicle anchor of the vehicle seat. a first infant car seat anchor; a second infant car seat coupled to the infant car seat via a second belt portion; an anchor, the second infant car seat anchor being connected via the second belt portion; , extending from the second side of the seat shell to an area outside the space, The car seat anchor is mechanically engagable with a second vehicle anchor of the vehicle seat. and a second infant car seat anchor. Ru, system.

2. The first belt portion extends from the first side region adjacent to the front of the seat shell. the second belt portion extends to the second side region adjacent to the front of the seat shell; The system of claim 1 , extending from

3. 10. The system of claim 1, wherein the first belt portion and the second belt portion are a single belt. Stem.

4. The single belt has an intermediate portion extending between the first belt portion and the second belt portion. the intermediate portion is disposed within at least one of the space and the seat shell. The system of claim 3 .

5. The first belt portion is attached to the first seat shell lever of the first side of the seat shell. the second belt portion extends from the second side of the seat shell, 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the seat shell rail extends from two seat shell rails.

6. 10. The system of claim 1, wherein the child seat further comprises: a first car seat anchor for facilitating storage of at least one of the first car seat anchors; at least one first storage area provided on the side of the second car seat; at least one second recess on the second side for facilitating anchor storage; A system with a storage area.

7. The first storage area is disposed on the first seat shell rail, and the second storage area is disposed on the first seat shell rail.

7. The system of claim 6, wherein a storage area is disposed on the second seat shell rail. 。

8. The infant car seat includes a rim, and a first portion of the rim is a second portion of the rim defining an upper surface of the second side of the seat shell; defining a top surface; The first belt portion extends from the first portion of the rim, and the second belt portion extends from the The system of claim 1 , extending from the second portion of the rim.

9. The first belt portion and the second belt portion are a single belt, and the single belt is an intermediate portion extending between the first belt portion and the second belt portion and traversing the seat pan; The system of claim 8 comprising a portion.

10. The first portion of the rim includes a first belt hook and the second portion of the rim includes a second belt hook, the first belt portion extending from the first belt hook, 9. The system of claim 8, wherein the second belt portion extends from the second belt hook. 。

11. 10. The system of claim 1, wherein the first belt portion and the second belt portion are adjustable. Hmm.

12. 10. The system of claim 1, wherein the first belt portion and the second belt portion are separate belts. Stem.

13. The first car seat anchor and the second car seat anchor are each a first When mechanically engaged with the vehicle seat anchor and the second vehicle seat anchor, to tighten at least one of the first strap and the second strap.

12. The seat of claim 11, further comprising at least one strap disposed with the seat shell. The system described in

14. a seat belt assembly disposed on the first side of the seat shell and attached to the first seat belt section; a first take-up spool disposed on the second side of the seat shell; a second retraction spool attached to the second seat belt portion.

13. The system described in 12.

15. 10. The infant car seat system of claim 1, The infant car seat further comprises: At least one actuator coupled to the infant car seat and the anchoring system a single actuation of the at least one actuator causes the first releasing the infant car seat anchor from mechanical engagement with the first vehicle anchor; and and releasing the second infant car seat anchor from mechanical engagement with the second vehicle anchor. The system includes at least one actuator that releases the actuator.

16. The at least one actuator includes at least one actuator handle. The system of claim 15 .

17. The at least one actuator handle is located on the underside of the infant car seat.

17. The system of claim 16, wherein

18. The infant car seat includes a carrying handle, and the at least one actuator a power handle disposed on a carrying handle of the infant car seat. Item 17. The system described in item 16.

19. 10. The infant car seat system of claim 1, the vehicle seat includes a pair of LATCH system lower anchors; The first infant car seat anchor is connected to a first infant car seat LATCH system connector. Including the The first vehicle anchor is one of a pair of LATCH system lower anchors of the vehicle seat. This is the first vehicle LATCH system anchor. The second infant car seat anchor is connected to a second infant car seat LATCH system connector. including the The second vehicle anchor is one of a pair of LATCH system lower anchors of the vehicle seat. This is the second vehicle LATCH system anchor. system.

20. 10. The infant car seat system of claim 1, the vehicle seat includes a pair of ISOFIX system lower anchors; The first infant car seat anchor is a first infant car seat ISOFIX system connector. Including the The first vehicle anchor is one of a pair of ISOFIX system lower anchors of the vehicle seat. It is the first vehicle ISOFIX system anchor, The second infant car seat anchor is a second infant car seat ISOFIX system connector. including the The second vehicle anchor is one of a pair of ISOFIX system lower anchors of the vehicle seat. This is the second vehicle ISOFIX system anchor. system.

21. The first side of the seat shell defines a first opening, and the The second side defines a second opening, and the first belt portion extends through the first opening. The second belt portion extends to an area outside the space, and the second belt portion passes through the second opening and enters the space. The system of claim 1 , wherein the periphery of the periphery extends to an area outside of the periphery ....

22. The first belt portion and the second belt portion constitute a single belt, and the single belt The first infant car seat passes through both the first opening and the second opening.

22. The method of claim 21, wherein the anchor extends to the second infant car seat anchor. system.

23. A portion of the single belt extending between the first opening and the second opening is 23. The system of claim 22, wherein the system is disposed inside a car seat.

24. 1. An infant car seat system for attachment to a vehicle seat, comprising: a backrest, a seat pan, a first side having a first seat shell rail, and a second EP 1 137 223 A2 2 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 Description [0001] An infant car seat having a seat shell including a second side with a seat shell rail of And, The first seat shell rail and the second seat shell rail are extending from the seat shell in a direction away from the pan, and the second seat shell rail is adapted to support an infant car seat mounted on the vehicle seat. directly supporting the infant car seat on the vehicle seat without the use of a removable base; The seat shell, the first seat shell rail, and the second seat shell rail The car seat is an integral and inseparable structure. The infant car seat is attached to the 1. An anchoring system configured for direct attachment to a vehicle seat, comprising: a first child coupled to the first side of the seat shell via a first belt portion; a first infant car seat anchor, the first infant car seat anchor being attached to the vehicle seat; a first infant car seat anchor mechanically engagable with the first vehicle anchor; a second child coupled to the second side of the seat shell via a second belt portion; a second infant car seat anchor, the second infant car seat anchor being attached to the vehicle seat; a second infant car seat anchor mechanically engageable with the second vehicle anchor of and an anchor system comprising: system.

25. The car seat further comprises: a first car seat anchor for facilitating storage of at least one of the first car seat anchors; at least one first storage area provided on the side of the second car seat; at least one second recess on the second side for facilitating anchor storage; 25. The system of claim 24, comprising a storage area of

26. The first storage area is defined by a first recess on the first seat shell rail. and the second storage area is located in a second recess on the second seat shell rail.

26. The system of claim 25 defined by

27. The first side of the seat shell defines a first opening, and the The second side defines a second opening, and the first belt portion passes through the first opening. The second belt portion extends to the outside of the infant car seat and passes through the second opening.

25. The system of claim 24, which extends externally of the infant car seat.

28. The first belt portion and the second belt portion constitute a single belt, and the single belt is , through both the first opening and the second opening, 28. The system of claim 27, wherein the second infant car seat anchor extends from the first infant car seat anchor to the second infant car seat anchor. Stem.

29. The first belt portion extends from the first side region adjacent to the front of the seat shell. the second belt portion extends to the second side region adjacent to the front of the seat shell; 25. The system of claim 24, wherein the

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