Abstract: A latch for a vehicle seat includes a latch body and a bracket having a plate defining a pivot point and a slot is provided. The latch body is pivotably coupled to the bracket at the pivot point and movably coupled to the bracket at the slot such that the latch body pivots about the pivot point between a latched position and a variation absorbing position. The latch body has a supporting shaft slidably supported by the plate at the slot. A biasing assembly is disposed between the pivot point and the supporting shaft and biasing the latch body toward the latched position.

Abstract: Transdermal sampling and analysis devices, methods, and systems are provided. The transdermal sampling and analysis device may include a base structure with a disruptor and a first electrode array, a lid structure with a second electrode array, and an adhesive structure containing a hole to direct interstitial fluid to at least one of the first and second electrode arrays. The device may also include at least one conductive trace configured for external connection to one or more of a voltage/current source and a current detector, and an electrically conductive material that passes through a hole in the adhesive layer, providing a conductive path between the base structure and the lid structure. Methods and systems for manufacturing a plurality of biosensing chips that may be used in the transdermal sampling and analysis devices are also provided.

Abstract: A retention mechanism for a removable access door includes a retention tab positioned along a side of the access door. The retention tab includes a resiliently deflectable stem and at least two engagement heads projecting from the stem. The tab extends to a first distance from a reference surface of the access door. An overstress prevention structure is positioned along the side of the access door so as to enable the retention tab to contact the overstress prevention structure when the stem is deflected a predetermined amount. The overstress prevention structure extends to a second distance from the reference surface, wherein the second distance is greater than the first distance. Support walls may strengthen the overstress prevention structure against forces exerted by the retention tabs during deflection of the tabs. The support walls may form a protective “shroud” around the retention tab.

Abstract: A seat back assembly including a pultrusion reinforcement and a seat back frame formed of a resin material, the seat back frame is only partially overmolded onto the pultrusion reinforcement such that the pultrusion reinforcement is configured to be visually inspected through a plurality of openings formed in the seat back frame.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for determining levels of an analyte in a biological fluid sample. A transdermal sampling and analysis device may include a substrate, at least one disruptor mounted on the substrate, a reservoir configured to collect and contain a biological fluid sample; a sensing element comprising at least two sensing electrodes, and at least one layer of a cofactor covering the sensing element in which the cofactor catalyzes a reaction to determine levels of an analyte in the biological fluid sample. The at least one disruptor of the transdermal sampling and analysis device may generate a localized heat capable of altering permeability characteristics of a stratum corneum layer of skin of an organism. The surface of at least one of the sensing electrodes of the transdermal sampling and analysis device may be coated with a sensing layer in which an enzyme immobilized within a hydrogel.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for determining levels of an analyte in a biological fluid sample. A transdermal sampling and analysis device may include a substrate, at least one disruptor mounted on the substrate, a reservoir configured to collect and contain a biological fluid sample; a sensing element comprising at least two sensing electrodes, and at least one layer of a cofactor covering the sensing element in which the cofactor catalyzes a reaction to determine levels of an analyte in the biological fluid sample. The at least one disruptor of the transdermal sampling and analysis device may generate a localized heat capable of altering permeability characteristics of a stratum corneum layer of skin of an organism. The surface of at least one of the sensing electrodes of the transdermal sampling and analysis device may be coated with a sensing layer in which an enzyme immobilized within a hydrogel.

Abstract: A vehicular storage arrangement includes a storage compartment, a resiliently normally bendable divider for dividing the storage compartment, and a mount for the divider in the storage compartment. The mount is configured to make slidable peripheral engagement with the divider, under which the mount is configured to support the divider in a mounted position, and urge the divider to normally bend in the mounted position, thereby tightening the slidable peripheral engagement.

Abstract: A retention mechanism for a removable access door includes a retention tab positioned along a side of the access door. The retention tab includes a resiliently deflectable stem and at least two engagement heads projecting from the stem. The tab extends to a first distance from a reference surface of the access door. An overstress prevention structure is positioned along the side of the access door so as to enable the retention tab to contact the overstress prevention structure when the stem is deflected a predetermined amount. The overstress prevention structure extends to a second distance from the reference surface, wherein the second distance is greater than the first distance. Support walls may strengthen the overstress prevention structure against forces exerted by the retention tabs during deflection of the tabs. The support walls may form a protective “shroud” around the retention tab.

Abstract: A vehicular storage arrangement includes a storage compartment, a resiliently normally bendable divider for dividing the storage compartment, and a mount for the divider in the storage compartment. The mount is configured to make slidable peripheral engagement with the divider, under which the mount is configured to support the divider in a mounted position, and urge the divider to normally bend in the mounted position, thereby tightening the slidable peripheral engagement.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for determining levels of a target analyte in a biological sample. A transdermal sampling and analysis device may include a substrate, at least one disruptor mounted on the substrate, a reservoir configured to collect and contain a biological sample, at least two electrodes, and an electrochemical bioassay configured to determine levels of a target analyte in the biological sample. The at least one disruptor of the transdermal sampling and analysis device may be configured to generate a localized heat capable of altering permeability characteristics of a stratum corneum layer of skin of an organism.

Abstract: Transdermal sampling and analysis devices, methods, and systems are provided. The transdermal sampling and analysis device may include a substrate, at least one disruptor mounted on the substrate, at least a first sensing electrode and a second sensing electrode, a counter/reference electrode, and a plurality of well areas between a base structure and a lid structure. The at least one disruptor may be configured to generate a localized heat capable of altering permeability characteristics of a subject's skin. The plurality of well areas may be configured to receive a biological fluid sample. Within each well area, the first sensing electrode may be coated with a first analyte sensing layer, the second sensing electrode may be coated with a second analyte sensing layer different from the first analyte sensing layer, and the counter/reference electrode may be configured to be electrically connected to each of the first and second sensing electrodes.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a cabin and a passenger seat assembly located in the cabin. The passenger seat assembly includes a base support assembly mounted to a floor of the cabin and comprising walls that form a storage compartment. A seat is supported by the base support assembly. The seat includes a seat back frame that supports one or more cushions thereon. A seat base frame supports one or more cushions thereon forming a seat base. The seat base frame is formed as a monolithic, single piece structure from a plastic resin material. The seat base frame has a sitting portion and a raised portion located forward of the sitting portion. The raised portion increases in elevation above the sitting portion to an apex of increased distance from the floor.

Abstract: Methods and systems for manufacturing a transdermal sampling and analysis device for non-invasively and transdermally obtaining biological samples from a subject and determining levels of analytes of the obtained biological samples are provided. A method of manufacturing the device may improve performance and includes forming channel structures on the lid of the device, thereby making the spacer/channel support structures physically independent and separable from the sensing electrode. Other methods of manufacturing the device may improve performance and include forming at least one of the electrodes on each of the base and the lid, and forming a recessed second spacer layer over the channel support structures, thereby separating the channel support structures and the electrode on the lid to allow a larger area of the electrode to be exposed to the biological sample.

Abstract: A seat cushion, for a seat assembly, includes a seat cushion frame formed of a resin material. The seat cushion frame includes a base wall, a pair of side walls, and a front wall. The base wall includes a pair of side edges and a front edge that extends between the pair of side edges. The pair of side walls extend outward from the pair of side edges of the base wall. The front wall extends outwardly from the front edge of the base wall. The front wall configured to provide an anti-submarining feature.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for determining levels of a target analyte in a biological sample. A transdermal sampling and analysis device may include a substrate, at least one disruptor mounted on the substrate, a reservoir configured to collect and contain a biological sample, at least two electrodes, and an electrochemical bioassay configured to determine levels of a target analyte in the biological sample. The at least one disruptor of the transdermal sampling and analysis device may be configured to generate a localized heat capable of altering permeability characteristics of a stratum corneum layer of skin of an organism.

Abstract: Methods and systems for manufacturing a transdermal sampling and analysis device for non-invasively and transdermally obtaining biological samples from a subject and determining levels of analytes of the obtained biological samples are provided. A method of manufacturing the device may improve performance and includes forming channel structures on the lid of the device, thereby making the spacer/channel support structures physically independent and separable from the sensing electrode. Other methods of manufacturing the device may improve performance and include forming at least one of the electrodes on each of the base and the lid, and forming a recessed second spacer layer over the channel support structures, thereby separating the channel support structures and the electrode on the lid to allow a larger area of the electrode to be exposed to the biological sample.

Abstract: A seat assembly, for a vehicle having a frame member, includes a seat back, a seat cushion, and a seat bracket. The frame member extends along a floor of the vehicle and includes a bore. The seat cushion is pivotally coupled to the seat back for movement between a use position and a raised position. The seat bracket is coupled to at least one of the seat back and the seat cushion. The seat bracket includes a pin that extends downwardly in a vehicle vertical direction. The pin engages with the bore to temporarily attach the seat cushion and the seat back to the frame member on the floor of the vehicle and inhibit a rotation of the seat assembly in a vehicle forward direction when the seat cushion is in the raised position due to the engagement of the pin extending through the bore of the frame member.

Abstract: A seat assembly, for a vehicle having a frame member, includes a seat back, a seat cushion, and a seat bracket. The frame member extends along a floor of the vehicle and includes a bore. The seat cushion is pivotally coupled to the seat back for movement between a use position and a raised position. The seat bracket is coupled to at least one of the seat back and the seat cushion. The seat bracket includes a pin that extends downwardly in a vehicle vertical direction. The pin engages with the bore to temporarily attach the seat cushion and the seat back to the frame member on the floor of the vehicle and inhibit a rotation of the seat assembly in a vehicle forward direction when the seat cushion is in the raised position due to the engagement of the pin extending through the bore of the frame member.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a seat ventilation system for deployment in a seat of a vehicle. Specifically, the seat ventilation system includes a three-dimensional mesh for maintenance of airflow channels and a ductless blower system to prevent system pressure loss. The air-permeable three-dimensional scaffold prevents compression and closure of pad-based airflow channels. The blower system reduces system air pressure loss by residing adjacent to the volume of interest, eliminating the need for ductwork.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for determining levels of an analyte in a biological fluid sample. A transdermal sampling and analysis device may include a substrate, at least one disruptor mounted on the substrate, a reservoir configured to collect and contain a biological fluid sample; a sensing element comprising at least two sensing electrodes, and at least one layer of a cofactor covering the sensing element in which the cofactor catalyzes a reaction to determine levels of an analyte in the biological fluid sample. The at least one disruptor of the transdermal sampling and analysis device may generate a localized heat capable of altering permeability characteristics of a stratum corneum layer of skin of an organism. The surface of at least one of the sensing electrodes of the transdermal sampling and analysis device may be coated with a sensing layer in which an enzyme immobilized within a hydrogel.