WO2000021782A1 - Thin profile seat - Google Patents

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WO2000021782A1
WO2000021782A1 PCT/CA1999/000943 CA9900943W WO0021782A1 WO 2000021782 A1 WO2000021782 A1 WO 2000021782A1 CA 9900943 W CA9900943 W CA 9900943W WO 0021782 A1 WO0021782 A1 WO 0021782A1
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Colin G. Neale
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Magna Seating Systems Inc.
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60R—VEHICLES, VEHICLE FITTINGS, OR VEHICLE PARTS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B60R22/00—Safety belts or body harnesses in vehicles
    • B60R22/18—Anchoring devices
    • B60R22/26—Anchoring devices secured to the seat
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60N—SEATS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLES; VEHICLE PASSENGER ACCOMMODATION NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B60N2/00—Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
    • B60N2/24—Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles
    • B60N2/30—Non-dismountable or dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats
    • B60N2/3002—Non-dismountable or dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats back-rest movements
    • B60N2/3004—Non-dismountable or dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats back-rest movements by rotation only
    • B60N2/3009—Non-dismountable or dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats back-rest movements by rotation only about transversal axis
    • B60N2/3013—Non-dismountable or dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats back-rest movements by rotation only about transversal axis the back-rest being hinged on the vehicle frame
    • B60N2/3015—Non-dismountable or dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats back-rest movements by rotation only about transversal axis the back-rest being hinged on the vehicle frame the axis being located at the top of the back-rest
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60N—SEATS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLES; VEHICLE PASSENGER ACCOMMODATION NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B60N2/00—Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
    • B60N2/24—Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles
    • B60N2/30—Non-dismountable or dismountable seats storable in a non-use position, e.g. foldable spare seats
    • B60N2/3038—Cushion movements
    • B60N2/304—Cushion movements by rotation only
    • B60N2/3045—Cushion movements by rotation only about transversal axis
    • B60N2/3047—Cushion movements by rotation only about transversal axis the cushion being hinged at the back-rest
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60N—SEATS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLES; VEHICLE PASSENGER ACCOMMODATION NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B60N2/00—Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
    • B60N2/24—Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles
    • B60N2/32—Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles convertible for other use
    • B60N2/36—Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles convertible for other use into a loading platform

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  • the subject invention relates to seat assembly for folding movement from a seating position to a folded storage position in a vehicle a compartment so as to present a relatively thin profile.
  • folding seat assemblies are known in the prior art for folding between a seating position and a storage position to accommodate cargo. It is always an object to maximize the cargo space by a seat assembly which is very compact in the folded storage position.
  • Such folding seat assemblies typically include a back frame and a cushion frame pivotally connected to the back frame for pivotal movement about a first axis between a seating position overlying the floor and a storage position overlying the back frame.
  • the seat assembly is stored in the upper regions of the compartment and is supported by the sides of the vehicle. Examples of such assemblies are disclosed in U. S. Patents 2,357,729 to De Fries, 3,431,018 to Caron, and 4,200,329 to Inami et al. It is always an objective to fabricate the structure of the seat in a minimum weight envelope yet retaining the comfort and strength for withstanding possible loads.
  • the subject invention provides a folding seat assembly having a thin profile for installation in a vehicle having a compartment with a floor and an upper portion thereabove.
  • the assembly comprises a back frame and a cushion frame supported for pivotal movement about a first axis between a seating position overlying the floor and a storage position.
  • the cushion frame includes an elongated front member extending between distal ends, a rear member extending parallel to the first axis, and a plurality of tie members extending between the front and rear members.
  • the assembly is characterized by the tie members being disposed inwardly of the distal ends so that the distal ends are cantilevered from the tie members whereby the cushion frame presents open ends
  • the subject invention may be of a thin profile when pivoted to the storage region adjacent the roof of a vehicle because of the unique structure of the cushion frame whereby loads are transferred to the vehicle.
  • the thin profile seat assembly provides opportunities for reduction in weight and packaging while retaining the requisite level of comfort.
  • Figure 1 is a perspective view of the subject invention
  • Figure 2 is an enlarged perspective view of the cushion frame
  • Figure 3 is a cross sectional view taken along line 3-3 of Figure 2;
  • Figure 4 is a side elevational view of the vehicle with the assembly in the folded storage position;
  • Figure 5 is an enlarged perspective view similar to Figure 2 but showing an alternative cushion frame construction
  • Figure 6 is a fragmentary perspective view of the side of the vehicle.
  • a folding seat assembly constructed in accordance with the subject invention is generally shown at 10.
  • the seat assembly 10 is disposed in a compartment of a vehicle having with a floor 12 and an upper portion 14 or roof 14 thereabove.
  • the assembly 10 comprises a back frame, generally indicated at 16, and a cushion frame, generally indicated at 18, pivotally connected to the back frame 16 for pivotal movement about a first axis A between a seating position overlying the floor 12, as shown in Figure 1, and a storage position overlying the back frame 16, as shown in Figure 4.
  • the assembly is characterized by a pair of swing members 20 extending upwardly from the back frame 16 to a pair of pivot joints 22 connected to the upper portion 14 of the compartment for pivotal movement about a second axis B for folding the cushion frame 18 about the first axis A to the storage position and pivoting the back frame 16 upwardly about the second axis B to position the cushion 18 and back 16 frames adjacent the roof 14 of the compartment.
  • the pivot joints 22 comprise plates having holes therein for receiving pivot pins 24 extending from the sidewalls of the vehicle.
  • the back frame 16 includes a top cross member 26 having ends and defining the top of the back frame 16.
  • Each swing member 20 extends upwardly above the top cross member 26 toward the roof 14.
  • a plurality of independent headrest mounts 28 are disposed on the top cross member 26 for supporting headrests 30 above the top cross member 26 and below the second axis B defined by the pivot joints 22 to be well below the roof for accommodating the upper torso of an occupant.
  • the area defined above the top cross member 26 and between the swing members 20 is at least forty percent of the entire area of the between the swing members 20 from top to bottom.
  • the back frame 16 includes a bottom cross member 32 extending between ends thereof and the swing members 20 extend upwardly from each end of the bottom cross members 32 to support the adjacent end of the top cross member 26 and further upwardly to the pivot joint 22; thus, the area between the top 26 and bottom 32 cross members is only slightly larger than the area above the top cross member 26 and below the pivot joints 22.
  • the area below the top cross member 26 must accommodate the torso of an occupant from the hips to the shoulders and the area above the top cross member 26 must accommodate the neck, head and leave sufficient room to prevent the head from engaging the roof 14.
  • the cushion frame 18 includes an elongated front member 34 extending between distal ends 36 and a rear member 38, both extending parallel to the first axis A.
  • a plurality of tie members 40 extend between the front 34 and rear 38 members inwardly of the distal ends 36 so that the distal ends 36 are cantilevered from the tie members 40.
  • the cushion frame 18 is of a construction similar to a ladder with the rungs spaced from the distant ends.
  • a first anchor 42 is disposed on the side of the vehicle, e.g., on the wheel well.
  • a back latch 44 is supported by and extends from the rear member 38 of the cushion frame adjacent the first axis A for securing the assembly 10 to the first anchor 42 on the vehicle for limiting movement of the swing members 20 about the second axis B. More specifically, the first anchor 42 comprises a U-shaped rod into which the back latch 44 rotates to prevent the swing members 20 from rotating about the pivot joints 22.
  • a second anchor 46 is also supported on the wheel well of the vehicle and takes the form of a catch presenting an upwardly projecting finger.
  • a cushion latch 50 is disposed at each of the distal ends 36 for securing the cushion frame 18 to the second anchor 46 on the vehicle for limiting movement of the cushion frame 18 about the first axis A.
  • Each cushion latch 50 also comprises a U-shaped rod for looping over the finger of the second anchor 46. In this manner, the front member 34 is suspended between the two second anchors 46 as the cushion latches 50 provide structural integrity to the cushion frame 18 while latched to the vehicle.
  • the cushion latches 50 secure the cushion frame 18 to the vehicle for limiting movement of the cushion frame 18 about the first axis A.
  • a hinge element 52 is supported by and extends from each end of the rear member 38 of the cushion frame 18 and a pivot member 54 defined by a pin extends from each of the swing members 20 adjacent the bottom cross member 32 of the back frame 16 and is rotatably supported by the hinge element 52.
  • the hinge element 52 also includes a seat belt anchor 56 for attachment to a seat belt clasp 58.
  • the rear member 38 is tubular and has a square cross section.
  • a bracket 60 is secured to the tubular rear member 38 and is attached to each of the tie members 40.
  • the bracket 60 of Figure 5 is in two pieces as distinguished from the one-piece construction of the bracket in Figure 2. However, in both instances the bracket 60 defines a space with the rear member 38 and a seat belt 62 is sandwiched in the space between the bracket 60 and the rear member 38.
  • a fastener or bolt 64 extends through the bracket 60 to engage the metal strap 40 to interconnect the tie member 40 and the bracket 60.
  • the seat belt 62 is sandwiched under the bracket 60 to attach the seat belt 62 to the bracket 60.
  • the invention provides a very unique seat belt attachment.

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Abstract

The assembly is characterized by a pair of swing members (20) extending upwardly from the back frame (16) to a pair of pivot joints (22) connected to the upper portion (14) of the compartment for pivotal movement about a second axis (B) for folding the cushion frame (18) about the first axis (A) to the storage position and pivoting the back frame (16) upwardly about the second axis (B) to position the cushion (18) and back (16) frames adjacent the roof (14) of the compartment. Each swing member (20) extends upwardly above the top cross member (26) toward the roof (14). A plurality of independent headrest mounts (28) are disposed on a top cross member (26) for supporting headrests (30) above the top cross member (26) and below the second axis (B) defined by the pivot joints (22) to be well below the roof for accommodating the upper torso of an occupant. The cushion frame (18) includes an elongated front member (34) extending between distal ends (36) and a rear member (38), both extending parallel to the first axis (A). A plurality of tie members (40) extend between the front (34) and rear (38) members inwardly of the distal ends (36) so that the distal ends (36) are cantilevered from the tie members (40) whereby the structure of cushion frame may be extremely lightweight as the loads are transferred to the vehicle by the distal ends (36) of the cushion frame.

Description

THIN PROFILE SEAT
Field of the Invention
The subject invention relates to seat assembly for folding movement from a seating position to a folded storage position in a vehicle a compartment so as to present a relatively thin profile.
Description of the Prior Art
A wide variety of folding seat assemblies are known in the prior art for folding between a seating position and a storage position to accommodate cargo. It is always an object to maximize the cargo space by a seat assembly which is very compact in the folded storage position. Such folding seat assemblies typically include a back frame and a cushion frame pivotally connected to the back frame for pivotal movement about a first axis between a seating position overlying the floor and a storage position overlying the back frame. In some instances, the seat assembly is stored in the upper regions of the compartment and is supported by the sides of the vehicle. Examples of such assemblies are disclosed in U. S. Patents 2,357,729 to De Fries, 3,431,018 to Caron, and 4,200,329 to Inami et al. It is always an objective to fabricate the structure of the seat in a minimum weight envelope yet retaining the comfort and strength for withstanding possible loads.
Summary of the Invention
The subject invention provides a folding seat assembly having a thin profile for installation in a vehicle having a compartment with a floor and an upper portion thereabove. The assembly comprises a back frame and a cushion frame supported for pivotal movement about a first axis between a seating position overlying the floor and a storage position. The cushion frame includes an elongated front member extending between distal ends, a rear member extending parallel to the first axis, and a plurality of tie members extending between the front and rear members. The assembly is characterized by the tie members being disposed inwardly of the distal ends so that the distal ends are cantilevered from the tie members whereby the cushion frame presents open ends
Accordingly the subject invention may be of a thin profile when pivoted to the storage region adjacent the roof of a vehicle because of the unique structure of the cushion frame whereby loads are transferred to the vehicle. The thin profile seat assembly provides opportunities for reduction in weight and packaging while retaining the requisite level of comfort.
Brief Description of the Drawings
Other advantages of the present invention will be readily appreciated as the same becomes better understood by reference to the following detailed description when considered in connection with the accompanying drawings wherein: Figure 1 is a perspective view of the subject invention; Figure 2 is an enlarged perspective view of the cushion frame;
Figure 3 is a cross sectional view taken along line 3-3 of Figure 2; Figure 4 is a side elevational view of the vehicle with the assembly in the folded storage position; and
Figure 5 is an enlarged perspective view similar to Figure 2 but showing an alternative cushion frame construction; and
Figure 6 is a fragmentary perspective view of the side of the vehicle.
Detailed Description of the Preferred Embodiment
Referring to the Figures, wherein like numerals indicate like or corresponding parts throughout the several views, a folding seat assembly constructed in accordance with the subject invention is generally shown at 10. The seat assembly 10 is disposed in a compartment of a vehicle having with a floor 12 and an upper portion 14 or roof 14 thereabove. The assembly 10 comprises a back frame, generally indicated at 16, and a cushion frame, generally indicated at 18, pivotally connected to the back frame 16 for pivotal movement about a first axis A between a seating position overlying the floor 12, as shown in Figure 1, and a storage position overlying the back frame 16, as shown in Figure 4.
The assembly is characterized by a pair of swing members 20 extending upwardly from the back frame 16 to a pair of pivot joints 22 connected to the upper portion 14 of the compartment for pivotal movement about a second axis B for folding the cushion frame 18 about the first axis A to the storage position and pivoting the back frame 16 upwardly about the second axis B to position the cushion 18 and back 16 frames adjacent the roof 14 of the compartment. The pivot joints 22 comprise plates having holes therein for receiving pivot pins 24 extending from the sidewalls of the vehicle.
The back frame 16 includes a top cross member 26 having ends and defining the top of the back frame 16. Each swing member 20 extends upwardly above the top cross member 26 toward the roof 14. A plurality of independent headrest mounts 28 are disposed on the top cross member 26 for supporting headrests 30 above the top cross member 26 and below the second axis B defined by the pivot joints 22 to be well below the roof for accommodating the upper torso of an occupant. Actually, the area defined above the top cross member 26 and between the swing members 20 is at least forty percent of the entire area of the between the swing members 20 from top to bottom. More specifically, the back frame 16 includes a bottom cross member 32 extending between ends thereof and the swing members 20 extend upwardly from each end of the bottom cross members 32 to support the adjacent end of the top cross member 26 and further upwardly to the pivot joint 22; thus, the area between the top 26 and bottom 32 cross members is only slightly larger than the area above the top cross member 26 and below the pivot joints 22. Clearly, the area below the top cross member 26 must accommodate the torso of an occupant from the hips to the shoulders and the area above the top cross member 26 must accommodate the neck, head and leave sufficient room to prevent the head from engaging the roof 14.
The cushion frame 18 includes an elongated front member 34 extending between distal ends 36 and a rear member 38, both extending parallel to the first axis A. A plurality of tie members 40 extend between the front 34 and rear 38 members inwardly of the distal ends 36 so that the distal ends 36 are cantilevered from the tie members 40. In other words, the cushion frame 18 is of a construction similar to a ladder with the rungs spaced from the distant ends. A first anchor 42 is disposed on the side of the vehicle, e.g., on the wheel well. A back latch 44 is supported by and extends from the rear member 38 of the cushion frame adjacent the first axis A for securing the assembly 10 to the first anchor 42 on the vehicle for limiting movement of the swing members 20 about the second axis B. More specifically, the first anchor 42 comprises a U-shaped rod into which the back latch 44 rotates to prevent the swing members 20 from rotating about the pivot joints 22. A second anchor 46 is also supported on the wheel well of the vehicle and takes the form of a catch presenting an upwardly projecting finger. A cushion latch 50 is disposed at each of the distal ends 36 for securing the cushion frame 18 to the second anchor 46 on the vehicle for limiting movement of the cushion frame 18 about the first axis A. Each cushion latch 50 also comprises a U-shaped rod for looping over the finger of the second anchor 46. In this manner, the front member 34 is suspended between the two second anchors 46 as the cushion latches 50 provide structural integrity to the cushion frame 18 while latched to the vehicle. The cushion latches 50 secure the cushion frame 18 to the vehicle for limiting movement of the cushion frame 18 about the first axis A.
A hinge element 52 is supported by and extends from each end of the rear member 38 of the cushion frame 18 and a pivot member 54 defined by a pin extends from each of the swing members 20 adjacent the bottom cross member 32 of the back frame 16 and is rotatably supported by the hinge element 52. The hinge element 52 also includes a seat belt anchor 56 for attachment to a seat belt clasp 58.
The rear member 38 is tubular and has a square cross section. A bracket 60 is secured to the tubular rear member 38 and is attached to each of the tie members 40. The bracket 60 of Figure 5 is in two pieces as distinguished from the one-piece construction of the bracket in Figure 2. However, in both instances the bracket 60 defines a space with the rear member 38 and a seat belt 62 is sandwiched in the space between the bracket 60 and the rear member 38. A fastener or bolt 64 extends through the bracket 60 to engage the metal strap 40 to interconnect the tie member 40 and the bracket 60. The seat belt 62 is sandwiched under the bracket 60 to attach the seat belt 62 to the bracket 60. Thus, the invention provides a very unique seat belt attachment.
Although various suspension members may be stretched across each of the back frame 16 and cushion frame 18, a membrane or sheet 66 is disclosed and is secured to the rear member 38 by an attachment 68 and extends forwardly to the front member 34. Foam and a cover are placed over the suspended membrane 66, as is well known in the art. The invention has been described in an illustrative manner, and it is to be understood that the terminology which has been used is intended to be in the nature of words of description rather than of limitation. Many modifications and variations of the present invention are possible in light of the above teachings and the invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described within the scope of the appended claims.

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What is claimed is:
1. A folding seat assembly for a vehicle having a compartment with a floor and a roof thereabove, said assembly comprising; a back frame, a cushion frame supported for pivotal movement about a first axis between a seating position overlying the floor and a storage position, said cushion frame including an elongated front member extending between distal ends, a rear member extending parallel to said first axis, and a plurality of tie members extending between said front and rear members, said assembly characterized by said tie members being disposed inwardly of said distal ends so that said distal ends are cantilevered from said tie members in the likeness of a ladder whereby said cushion frame presents open ends.
2. An assembly as set forth in claim 1 including a cushion latch at each of said distal ends for securing said cushion frame to the vehicle for limiting movement of said cushion frame about said first axis and for providing structural integrity to said cushion frame while latched to the vehicle.
3. An assembly as set forth in claim 2 wherein said rear member is tubular, a bracket secured to said tubular rear member and attached to least one of said tie members.
4. An assembly as set forth in claim 3 including a seat belt attached to said bracket.
5. An assembly as set forth in claim 4 wherein said bracket defines a space with said rear member and said seat belt is sandwiched in said space between said bracket and said rear member.
6. An assembly as set forth in claim 5 including a fastener interconnecting said seat belt and said bracket.
7. An assembly as set forth in claim 2 including a support sheet secured to said rear member and extending forwardly to said front member.
8. An assembly as set forth in claim 7 wherein said cushion frame is pivotally connected to said back frame for pivotal movement about said first axis between a seating position overlying the floor and a storage position overlying said back frame, a pair of swing members extending upwardly from said back frame to a pivot joint for pivotal connection to the vehicle on a second axis for folding said cushion frame about said first axis to said storage position and pivoting said back frame upwardly about said second axis to position said cushion and back frames adjacent the roof of the compartment.
9. An assembly as set forth in claim 8 wherein said back frame includes a cross member having ends and defining the top of said back frame, and said swing members extend upwardly above said cross member.
10. An assembly as set forth in claim 9 including headrest mounts disposed on said cross 5 member for supporting headrests above said cross member.
11. An assembly as set forth in claim 10 including a back latch adjacent said first axis for securing said assembly to the vehicle for limiting movement of said swing member about said second axis.
12. An assembly as set forth in claim 11 wherein said back frame includes a bottom cross 10 member extending between ends thereof, one of said swing members extending upwardly from each end of said bottom member to support the adjacent end of said upper cross member and upwardly to said pivot joint.
13. An assembly as set forth in claim 12 wherein said back latch is supported by and extends from said rear member of said cushion frame.
15 14. An assembly as set forth in claim 13 including a hinge element supported by and extending from each end of said rear member of said cushion frame, a pivot member extending from each of said swing members adjacent said bottom cross member of said back frame and rotatably supported by said hinge element.
15. An assembly as set forth in claim 14 wherein said hinge element includes a seat belt 0 anchor for attachment to a seat belt clasp.
16. A vehicle assembly comprising; a floor and an upper portion thereabove defining a compartment with a roof, a back frame (16), a cushion frame (18) supported for pivotal movement about a first axis between a 5 seating position overlying said floor and a storage position, said cushion frame (18) including an elongated front member (34) extending between distal ends (36), a rear member (38) extending parallel to said first axis, and a plurality of tie members (40) extending between said front (34) and rear (36) members, said assembly characterized by said tie members (40) being disposed inwardly of said 0 distal ends (36) so that said distal ends (36) are cantilevered from said tie members (40) whereby said cushion frame (18) presents open ends.
17. An assembly as set forth in claim 16 including a cushion latch at each of said distal ends (36) for securing said cushion frame (18) to the vehicle for limiting movement of said cushion frame (18) about said first axis and for providing structural integrity to said cushion frame (18) while latched to the vehicle.
18. An assembly as set forth in claim 17 including an anchor (42) on each side of said vehicle and said cushion latch comprises a U-shaped rod for looping over said anchor (42).
19. An assembly as set forth in claim 17 wherein said rear member (38) is tubular, a bracket secured to said tubular rear member (38) and attached to least one of said tie members (40).
20. An assembly as set forth in claim 19 including a seat belt attached to said bracket.
21. An assembly as set forth in claim 20 wherein said bracket defines a space with said rear member (38) and said seat belt is sandwiched in said space between said bracket and said rear member (38).
22. An assembly as set forth in claim 21 including a fastener interconnecting said seat belt and said bracket.
23. An assembly as set forth in claim 22 including a support sheet secured to said rear member (38) and extending forwardly to said front member (34).
24. An assembly as set forth in claim 23 wherein said cushion frame (18) is pivotally connected to said back frame (16) for pivotal movement about said first axis between a seating position overlying the floor and a storage position overlying said back frame (16), a pair of swing members (20) extending upwardly from said back frame (16) to a pivot joint for pivotal connection to the vehicle on a second axis for folding said cushion frame (18) about said first axis to said storage position and pivoting said back frame (16) upwardly about said second axis to position said cushion and back (16) frames adjacent the roof of the compartment.
25. An assembly as set forth in claim 24 wherein said back frame (16) includes a top cross member (26) having ends and defining the top of said back frame (16), and said swing members
(20) extend upwardly above said top cross member (26).
26. An assembly as set forth in claim 25 including headrest mounts (28) disposed on said top cross member (26) for supporting headrests (30) above said top cross member (26).
27. An assembly as set forth in claim 26 including a back latch (44) adjacent said first axis for securing said assembly to the vehicle for limiting movement of said swing member about said second axis.
28. An assembly as set forth in claim 27 wherein said back frame (16) includes a bottom cross member (32) extending between ends thereof, one of said swing members (20) extending upwardly from each end of said bottom member to support the adjacent end of said top cross member (26) and upwardly to said pivot joint.
29. An assembly as set forth in claim 28 wherein said back latch (44) is supported by and 5 extends from said rear member (38) of said cushion frame (18).
30. An assembly as set forth in claim 29 including a hinge element supported by and extending from each end of said rear member (38) of said cushion frame (18), a pivot member extending from each of said swing members (20) adjacent said bottom cross member of said back frame (16) and rotatably supported by said hinge element.
10 31. An assembly as set forth in claim 30 wherein said hinge element includes a seat belt anchor for attachment to a seat belt clasp. said assembly characterized by a pair of swing members (20) extending upwardly from said back frame (16) to a pair of pivot joints (22) connected to said upper portion of said compartment for pivotal movement about a second axis for folding said cushion frame (18) 15 about said first axis to said storage position and pivoting said back frame ( 16) upwardly about said second axis to position said cushion and back (16) frames adjacent said roof of said compartment.
32. A folding seat assembly for a vehicle having a compartment with a floor and a roof thereabove, said assembly comprising; 0 a back frame (16), a cushion frame (18) supported for pivotal movement about a first axis between a seating position overlying the floor and a storage position, said cushion frame (18) including an elongated front member (34) extending between distal ends (36), a rear member (38) extending parallel to said first axis, and a plurality of tie members (40) extending between 5 said front (34) and rear (38) members, said assembly characterized by a bracket secured to said tubular rear member (38) and attached to least one of said tie members (40), a seat belt attached to said bracket, and wherein said bracket defines a space with said rear member (38) and said seat belt 0 is sandwiched in said space between said bracket and said rear member (38).
33. An assembly as set forth in claim 32 including a fastener interconnecting said seat belt and said bracket.
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