Milford, MI, United States of America

William V Collier

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Takata Corporation. Active years: 1996.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: William V Collier. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/william-v-collier

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

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Forward Citations = 19(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1996

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of William V Collier

Introduction

William V Collier is an accomplished inventor based in Milford, MI (US). He is known for his innovative contributions to vehicle safety technology. His work primarily focuses on enhancing the functionality and reliability of airbag systems in vehicles.

Latest Patents

William V Collier holds a patent for a "Resealable tear seam for seat deployed side impact air bag." This invention addresses the deployment of side impact airbags in vehicle seats. The design features a resealable tear seam that opens during a side impact collision, allowing the airbag to expand outside of the vehicle seat. The resealable tear seam consists of a first and second seam member, preferably made of plastic locking fasteners, which create a resealable interlocking bond. This bond elastically deforms when opening and returns to its original state after deployment. The design allows for easy installation and servicing of the airbag module.

Career Highlights

William V Collier has made significant strides in the automotive safety industry. His work at Takata Corporation has positioned him as a key player in the development of advanced airbag systems. His innovative approach to safety technology has contributed to the overall enhancement of vehicle safety standards.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, William has collaborated with talented professionals, including Mohamed Boumarafi and Jonathan P Hurford. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking safety solutions.

Conclusion

William V Collier's contributions to automotive safety through his innovative patent demonstrate his commitment to enhancing vehicle safety. His work continues to influence the industry and improve the safety of drivers and passengers alike.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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