Abstract: A steering wheel for an automotive vehicle comprising an airbag module and a detachable snap-fit connection for fastening the airbag module to the steering wheel includes a detent pin that is positively embedded in the foamed steering wheel cover of the steering wheel.

Abstract: A steering wheel for an automotive vehicle comprising an airbag module and a detachable snap-fit connection for fastening the airbag module to the steering wheel includes a detent pin that is positively embedded in the foamed steering wheel cover of the steering wheel.

Abstract: A vehicle steering wheel being rotatable around a steering wheel axis (A), includes a steering wheel hub (38), a receiving part (12) configured as a separate, prefabricated component and an airbag module (13) with a generator carrier (10), the generator carrier (10) being inserted into the receiving part (12), the receiving part (12) and the generator carrier (10) being made of plastic. The invention also includes a vehicle steering wheel being rotatable around a steering wheel axis (A), having a steering wheel hub (38), a receiving part (12), and an airbag module (13) with a generator carrier (10), the generator carrier (10) being inserted into the receiving part (12).

Abstract: A vehicle steering wheel (10) includes a hub (12) and an airbag module (26). The vehicle steering wheel (10) further includes a plurality of switches (18, 20, 22) being integrated in a common housing (16). The housing (16) is fitted on the airbag module (26) and includes at least one mount (32) cooperating with a cover (28) of the airbag module (26).

Abstract: In an assembly with a gas bag module at least one first detent element is designed for engagement into a second detent element, a load bearing fastening between the first and the second detent element fastening the gas bag module to a first vehicle-fixed component being closed by moving the gas bag module in an installation direction. An additional locking structure is provided which is separate from the first and second detent elements, and which connects the gas bag module with a second vehicle-fixed component. The additional locking structure exclusively determines in the installed state a final installation position of the gas bag module with respect to the second vehicle-fixed component, at least against the installation direction.

Abstract: In an assembly with a gas bag module and a locking check arrangement, the gas bag module has a first detent element adapted for engagement with a second detent element to form a detent connection fastening the gas bag module to a vehicle-fixed component. The gas bag module can assume a not correctly locked state, in which the first detent element and the second detent element are in contact with each other but are not in correct engagement, and a correctly locked state, in which the first detent element is in correct engagement with the second detent element. The locking check arrangement has a movably arranged checking element for checking a locking status of the detent connection and indicating whether the gas bag module is in the not correctly locked state.

Abstract: A vehicle steering wheel being rotatable around a steering wheel axis (A), includes a steering wheel hub (38), a receiving part (12) configured as a separate, prefabricated component and an airbag module (13) with a generator carrier (10), the generator carrier (10) being inserted into the receiving part (12), the receiving part (12) and the generator carrier (10) being made of plastic. The invention also includes a vehicle steering wheel being rotatable around a steering wheel axis (A), having a steering wheel hub (38), a receiving part (12), and an airbag module (13) with a generator carrier (10), the generator carrier (10) being inserted into the receiving part (12).

Abstract: In an assembly with a gas bag module at least one first detent element is designed for engagement into a second detent element, a load bearing fastening between the first and the second detent element fastening the gas bag module to a first vehicle-fixed component being closed by moving the gas bag module in an installation direction. An additional locking structure is provided which is separate from the first and second detent elements, and which connects the gas bag module with a second vehicle-fixed component. The additional locking structure exclusively determines in the installed state a final installation position of the gas bag module with respect to the second vehicle-fixed component, at least against the installation direction.

Abstract: A gas bag module has at least one first detent element adapted for engagement into a second detent element to form a detent connection to fasten the gas bag module to a vehicle-fixed component. An auxiliary locking element designed for engagement with a lock structure and a control element are provided. The control element prevents an engagement of the auxiliary locking element into the lock structure as long as the first detent element is not in engagement with the second detent element.

Abstract: In an assembly with a gas bag module and a locking check arrangement, the gas bag module has a first detent element adapted for engagement with a second detent element to form a detent connection fastening the gas bag module to a vehicle-fixed component. The gas bag module can assume a not correctly locked state, in which the first detent element and the second detent element are in contact with each other but are not in correct engagement, and a correctly locked state, in which the first detent element is in correct engagement with the second detent element. The locking check arrangement has a movably arranged checking element for checking a locking status of the detent connection and indicating whether the gas bag module is in the not correctly locked state.

Abstract: A gas bag (1) for use in a vehicle occupant restraint device comprises a wall part (3) of an uncoated fabric and a heat protection device (11) applied onto a section of the wall part (3). The heat protection device (11) is formed from at least one layer of a further uncoated fabric (13) glued to the wall part (3) using a flame-retardant adhesive (15).

Abstract: A vehicle steering wheel comprises a hub and several switches The switches are integrated in a common housing which is secured to the hub.

Abstract: A monitoring system in a motor vehicle, for detecting an incorrectly locked detent connection between a gas bag module and a vehicle-fixed component, includes first and second detent elements complementary to each other. A signal circuit is provided, having first and second contact elements which are part of a switch arranged in the signal circuit, a monitoring signal being generated when the switch is closed. The contact elements are in electrical contact with each other, with the switch being closed, only in an incorrectly locked state of the first and second detent elements only.

Abstract: A steering wheel comprises a gas bag module having a visible front side (26) with a gas generator carrier (17) on which a gas generator (21) is mounted, and several switches (15). The gas generator carrier (17) extends to close to the front side (26) of said gas bag module and forms at least one section of a common accommodation housing to accommodate said several switches (15).

Abstract: A gas bag module has several detent hooks by which it can be fastened to a component which is fixed to a vehicle, and a sheet metal carrier plate with a substantially flat base section. The detent hooks are connected in one piece with the base section and project therefrom.

Abstract: A gas bag module comprising a gas generator (16) and a module housing (14). The gas generator (16) has a generator flange (22), which is provided with first hook-shaped fastening elements (24) of sheet metal for fastening the gas bag module (12) to a steering wheel (10). The generator flange further has second fastening elements (30; 30?; 30?) for fastening the gas generator (16) to the module housing (14).

Abstract: A gas bag comprising a gas bag wall with an upper portion and limiting straps connecting the upper portion to an opposite portion of the gas bag wall has a connecting ring, from which the limiting straps originate. At least one reinforcement layer is provided between the connecting ring and the upper portion. At least one first seam fastens the connecting ring and the reinforcement layer to the upper portion, and at least one second seam only fastens the reinforcement layer to the upper portion, the second seam being arranged radially outside the first seam.

Abstract: A device for folding a gas bag (10) comprises a positioning means for the gas bag (10) with a tubular folding device (32). The positioning means positions the gas bag (10) such that upon an axial movement of the tubular folding device (32), the gas bag (10) is turned over the tubular folding device (32). A method of folding a gas bag (10) having an inflation opening, using a device of this type comprises the following steps: positioning the tubular folding device (32) on the side of the gas bag (10) opposite the inflation opening; axially displacing the tubular folding device (32) through the inflation opening, so that the gas bag (10) is turned over the tubular folding device (32); and withdrawing the tubular folding device (32) from the inflation opening.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a vehicle interior paneling part, especially a gas bag cover, includes the positioning of a decorative part in one of an injection and foaming mold, the decorative part having a visible front part in the assembled state and an anchor part that extends therefrom on a rear side. A subsequent partial injection- or partial foam-molding around the decorative part takes place to generate a cover plate and to embed the anchor part at least partially in the cover plate. Thereby, a vehicle interior paneling part is produced.