John K Dryburgh

US Patent:

20070080554, Apr 12, 2007

Filed:

Oct 6, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/244791

Inventors:

James Willing - Davison MI, US
John Dryburgh - North Branch MI, US

Assignee:

Toyo Seat USA Corporation - Imlay City MI

International Classification:

B60N 2/02

US Classification:

296065030

Abstract:

The present invention discloses a latch mechanism for an automotive application, such as securing a seat assembly to a vehicle floor. A bracket is provided with a first link pivotally connected thereto. A second link is pivotally connected to the first link; and a third link is pivotally connected to the bracket and the second link. One of the links is provided with a hook, and selective actuation of one of the links drives the hook from a closed to an open orientation for latching the bracket to a striker. A release link is also provided for driving the linkage to a released orientation and for locking the linkage in the closed orientation.