СИСТЕМЫ И СПОСОБЫ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ СБОРОМ ДАННЫХ НА ОСНОВЕ ДАТЧИКОВ И ОБРАБОТКОЙ СИГНАЛОВ В ТРАНСПОРТНЫХ СРЕДСТВАХ

Изобретение относится к системам и способам динамичного управления сбором данных на основе датчиков в транспортных средствах. Технический результат заключается в обеспечении динамического управления сигналами, принятыми от датчиков и их обработкой. Раскрытые варианты осуществления изобретения позволяют принимать сигналы, ассоциированные с датчиками транспортного средства, причем сигналы ассоциированы с частотами выборки, и применять полосовые фильтры к сигналам для создания отфильтрованных сигналов. Раскрытые варианты осуществления могут также обнаруживать возникновение события, сравнивая отфильтрованные сигналы с одним или более порогами события, и передавать данные события системе управления, когда пороги события превышаются. Раскрытые варианты осуществления могут также динамично регулировать сигналы, частоты выборки, полосовые фильтры, сформированную оценку события и пороги события, основываясь на изменениях в наборе переменных управления. Переменные управления могут зависеть от сигналов ...

СИСТЕМА ПОДУШЕК БЕЗОПАСНОСТИ ДЛЯ ВОЗДУШНЫХ СУДОВ

Система подушек безопасности для воздушных судов включает надувные подушки, подачу воздуха или газа из отдельных резервуаров, общих резервуаров или из вспомогательных силовых установок воздушного судна. Соединение с шасси и высотомером воздушного судна. Ручные переключатели на приборной панели для активации подушек безопасности, расположенных в кабине пилота и в пассажирском салоне. Датчик захода на посадку и/или контакта с поверхностью, позволяющий осуществлять автоматическую активацию системы подушек безопасности. Электрические линии и электроклапаны для надувания подушек, которые расположены в кабине пилота. Вариант изобретения предусматривает использование электрохимического генератора для каждой подушки безопасности. Изобретения направлены на снижение травм. 2 н. и 3 з.п. ф-лы, 3 ил.

КРЕСЛО ДЛЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

... 1. Кресло для транспортного средства, которое содержит спинку сиденья с передней поверхностью и задней панелью, а также систему раскрытия подушек безопасности, функционально соединенную с блоком обнаружения столкновения, которая включает в себя:боковую подушку безопасности, расположенную между передней поверхностью спинки сиденья и задней панелью рядом с задней частью спинки сиденья;коленную подушку безопасности, расположенную между передней поверхностью спинки сиденья и задней панелью рядом с нижней частью задней панели;общий наполняющий блок, соединенный с боковой и коленной подушками безопасности; иклапанный узел, функционально соединенный с наполняющим блоком и имеющий связь с блоком обнаружения столкновения, причем клапанный узел выполнен с возможностью активировать в случае столкновения боковую и/или коленную подушки безопасности.2. Кресло по п. 1, в котором коленная подушка безопасности включает в себя по крайней мере одну пневматическую камеру с основной полостью и несколькими поперечными ...

РАСКРЫВАЕМАЯ НАКЛАДКА НА ПРИБОРНУЮ ПАНЕЛЬ

ТРАНСПОРТНОЕ СРЕДСТВО И УЗЕЛ РУЛЕВОГО КОЛЕСА (ВАРИАНТЫ)

ПОДУШКА БЕЗОПАСНОСТИ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА, ВКЛЮЧАЮЩАЯ В СЕБЯ ЦЕНТРАЛЬНУЮ ЧАСТЬ И СЕГМЕНТЫ, ПРОДОЛЖАЮЩИЕСЯ РАДИАЛЬНО ОТ ЦЕНТРАЛЬНОЙ ЧАСТИ

СИДЕНЬЕ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

Узел подушки безопасности и система пассивной безопасности (варианты).

Предохранительная система с развертываемой расширяемой объемной оболочкой для использования с транспортным средством и устанавливаемая на транспортном средстве предохранительная система с развертываемой расширяемой оболочкой (варианты)

СИСТЕМА ПОДУШЕК БЕЗОПАСНОСТИ ДЛЯ ВОЗДУШНЫХ СУДОВ

... 1. Система подушек безопасности для воздушных судов, предназначенная для защиты как экипажа, так и пассажиров, включающая следующее: ! - надувные подушки; ! - подачу воздуха или газа из отдельных резервуаров, общих резервуаров или из вспомогательных силовых установок воздушного судна; ! - соединение с шасси и высотомером (CTAA) воздушного судна; ! - дополнительная подача воздуха или газа из вспомогательных силовых установок; ! - ручной переключатель для активации подушек безопасности, расположенных в кабине пилота (IMC), и ручной переключатель для активации подушек безопасности, расположенных в пассажирском салоне (IMP), оба вышеуказанные переключатели находятся на приборной панели (CI) в кабине пилота и управляются из нее; ! - датчик захода на посадку и/или контакта с поверхностью, позволяющий осуществлять автоматическую активацию вышеуказанной системы подушек безопасности; ! - электрические линии LE1-LE2 и электроклапаны E1-E2 для надувания подушек, расположенных в кабине пилота, электрическая ...

Gasgenerator, insbesondere für ein aufblasbares Aufprallkissen zum Schutz eines Kraftfahrzeug-Insassen vor Verletzungen

LUFTSACK FUER EINE LUFTSACKEINRICHTUNG

SYSTEM UND VERFAHREN ZUM VERRINGERN VON FALSCHEN UNFALL-DISKRIMINIERUNGEN

LUFTSACKEINRICHTUNG

AIRBAG

Teppichintegriertes Fußpolster als passive Rückhaltekomponente in einem Fahrzeug

Airbagmodul für ein Fahrzeug

Airbagmodul für ein Fahrzeug, bestehend aus einem Gasgenerator und einem damit aufblasbaren Airbag in einem Modulgehäuse mit einem Gehäuseausgang zum Durchgang des aktivierten Airbags, wobei das Airbagmodul in einem Fahrzeugteil mit einer Airbagaustrittöffnung montierbar ist, wobei auf dem Modulgehäuse (8) wenigstens zwei Schutzlappen (9, 10) als Abdeck- und Gleitlappen aufgesetzt sind, die einseitig im Bereich des Gehäuseausgangs (13) fest und nicht ausreißbar angebracht sind und in einer Bereitschaftsstellung den Gehäuseausgang (13) abdecken und die im montierten Zustand des Airbagmoduls (5) beim Gehäuseaustritt des Airbags (7) durch diesen nach außen zur Airbagaustrittöffnung (4) des Fahrzeugteils (1) klappbar sind, wodurch zumindest ein Teil der Begrenzung der Airbagaustrittöffnung (4) am Fahrzeugteil (1) durch die Schutzlappen (15, 16) als Zwischenlage zum austretenden Airbag (7, 14) abdeckbar ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Schutzlappen (9, 10) mit ihren aufklappbaren Bereichen ...

Sicherungsgurtgeflecht für Beifahrer-Airbag

Insassenschutzsteuersystem, Speichermedium, das ein Programm speichert, und Fahrzeug

Ein Insassenschutzsteuersystem, das Folgendes umfasst: eine Aufprallsensorkomponente, die ein Auftreten eines Aufpralls eines Fahrzeugs inklusive eines Aufpralltyps sensiert; eine Erfassungskomponente, die einen derzeitigen Sitzzustand eines Sitzes erfasst, dessen Zustand gegenüber einem Normalzustand geändert werden kann; verschiedene Arten von Insassenschutzvorrichtungen die passend zum Aufpralltyp angeordnet sind und passend zum Aufpralltyp einen auf dem Sitz sitzenden Insassen schützen; und eine Steuerkomponente, die auf der Grundlage eines Erfassungsergebnisses der Erfassungskomponente und eines Sensierergebnisses der Aufprallsensorkomponente die verschiedenen Arten von Insassenschutzvorrichtungen derart steuert, dass die Steuerkomponente Insassenschutzvorrichtungen aus der verschiedenen Arten von Insassenschutzvorrichtungen betreibt, die nötig sind, um den Insassen zu schützen und den Betrieb von Insassenschutzvorrichtungen verhindert, die nicht nötig sind, um den Insassen zu schützen ...

Sicherheitseinrichtung

Airbagvorrichtung für rollerartiges Motorrad

VERBESSERUNGEN FÜR EINE SICHERHEITSANORDNUNG FÜR EIN FAHRZEUG ODER DIESE BETREFFEND

BETRIEBSVERFAHREN FÜR EIN RÜCKHALTESYSTEM UND RÜCKHALTESYSTEM FÜR EIN FAHRZEUG MIT ABNEHMBAREN TÜREN

Die vorliegende Offenbarung stellt ein Betriebsverfahren für ein Rückhaltesystem und ein Rückhaltesystem für ein Fahrzeug mit abnehmbaren Türen bereit. Ein Betriebsverfahren für ein Rückhaltesystem beinhaltet unter anderem das Betreiben eines Rückhaltesystems eines Fahrzeugs, wenn eine abnehmbare Tür an einem Fahrzeug angebracht ist, zumindest teilweise als Reaktion auf ein Signal von einem Türsensor der abnehmbaren Tür. Wenn die abnehmbare Tür von dem Fahrzeug abgenommen wurde, wird mit dem Verfahren das Rückhaltesystem des Fahrzeugs betrieben, ohne das Signal von dem Türsensor einzubeziehen.

VERBESSERUNGEN FÜR EINE SICHERHEITSANORDNUNG FÜR EIN FAHRZEUG ODER DIESE BETREFFEND

Haltestrickstruktur für Airbag

Es wird ein Airbag, dessen Position und Form genau ohne Vergrößerung des Volumens gehalten werden kann, für ein Zweiradfahrzeug und ein Dreiradfahrzeug, bei dem es häufig schwierig ist, einen Airbag im Mittelbereich eines kreisförmigen Lenkrads unterzubringen, bereitgestellt. Dazu wird ein Airbag mit einem ersten und zweiten Haltestrick (11, 12) versehen und an der Innenfläche der Decke angebracht. Ein erster Haltestrick erstreckt sich in Richtung auf die linke Seite der Rückseite vom Mittelbereich der Vorderseite, die einem Fahrer (2) zugewandt ist. Der zweite Haltestrick erstreckt sich in Richtung auf die rechte Seite der Rückseite vom Mittelbereich der Vorderseite. Der erste und zweite Haltestrick sind zu einer im Wesentlichen V-Form mit dem Boden auf der Fahrerseite angeordnet. Wenn der Airbag in der vorderen und hinteren Richtung komprimiert wird, wobei ein vorderes Moment des Fahrers aufnimmt, wird die Expansion des Airbags durch den ersten und zweiten Haltestrick auf der Vorderseite ...

Inflateable foot mat for motor vehicles consists of multi-layer mat with airbag-type chamber to protect driver's/passenger's calf

The inflateable foot mat (10) consists of material layers (30,40) connected for a movement relative to the vehicle floor (16). A bottom layer is formed to engage on the vehicle floor, and a top layer connected to it supports the calf of a driver/passenger at a point away from the floor. The chamber enclosed by the two layers is inflated by a pressurized medium. In a first position, the calf is supported at a point at a first distance to the floor, in a second position, the top layer is moved away from the bottom layer to support the calf at a point, which is at a larger distance to the floor.

Luftsackeinrichtung für einen Fahrzeuginsassensitz, insbesondere einen Fahrgastsitz

Luftsackeinrichtung für einen Fahrgastsitz, umfassend: eine Modulabdeckung (18A, 18B, 18C), die an einem Gehäuse (12) angebracht ist, das einen Luftsack (14) in einem zusammengefalteten Zustand enthält; eine Öffnungslinie zum Öffnen der Modulabdeckung (18A, 18B, 18C), die in der Modulabdeckung (18A, 18B, 18C) vorgesehen ist; und vorstehende Streifen (42, 44, 46, 48) zum Halten des zusammengefalteten Luftsacks (14) und zum Verstärken der Modulabdekkung (18A, 18B, 18C), welche auf der Rückseite der Modulabdekkung (18A, 18B, 18C) vorgesehen sind; dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß (a) die Öffnungslinie eine Reißlinie (24, 26, 28) zum Aufreißen der Modulabdeckung (18A, 18B, 18C) ist; (b) eine kontinuierliche Rippe (50; 52, 54) auf oder an einem Umfangsteil der Rückseite der Modulabdeckung (18A, 18B, 18C) außenseitig sowohl von der Reißlinie (24, 26, 28) als auch von den vorstehenden Streifen (42, 44, 46, 48) vorgesehen ist; und (c) die vorstehenden Streifen (42, 44, 46,...

SYSTEM UND VERFAHREN ZUR STEUERUNG EINER FAHRZEUGSICHERHEITSVORRICHTUNG

Activatably energy-absorbing component

The energy-absorbing component comprises a deformable hollow structure which may be enclosed by a housing, the hollow structure being connected to a pressure-fluid source via a connection stub. ...

Luftsackmodul und Verfahren zu dessen Herstellung

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Luftsackmodul für Kraftfahrzeuge mit einem Gehäuse für einen zusammengefalteten aufblasbaren Luftsack und einem am Gehäuse verriegelbaren Halteelement, wobei das Halteelement wenigstens einen Verriegelungsabschnitt aufweist, der sich im verriegelten Zustand an der Gehäusewand entlang erstreckt und an seiner von der Gehäusewand abgewandten Seite mit einem Halteabschnitt des Gehäuses verrastet ist.

AIRBAG MIT ZUSAMMENDRÜCKBAREM ENTLÜFTUNGSROHR

Ein Rückhaltesystem in einem Fahrzeug beinhaltet eine Reaktionsoberfläche, einen Airbag mit einer Aufblaskammer und ein Rohr in Fluidkommunikation mit der Aufblaskammer. Der Airbag ist aus einem nicht entfalteten Zustand in einen entfalteten Zustand aufblasbar. Der Airbag ist im nicht entfalteten Zustand relativ zur Reaktionsoberfläche und im entfalteten Zustand neben der Reaktionsoberfläche befestigt. Das Rohr erstreckt sich entlang des Airbags zwischen dem Airbag im entfalteten Zustand und der Reaktionsoberfläche.

Sicherheitsbehälter zur externen Zündung von Airbagmodulen

Gasgenerator mit regulierbarem Gasstrom

Collision detector system includes weight sliding in vehicle collision direction

The system includes a weight (1) pressed in the direction of the collision detection by the force of a coil spring (3), so that it can only be pushed by a vehicle collision, in order to bring contact elements together, to produce a collision detection signal. The elements are located sliding on a shaft (2) and move between a first stop (8) and a second stop (9b). The stops are respectively mounted at each ends of the shaft. The first stop can be fixed at a multiple of positions on the base (9) on which the first and second stops are fitted. The first stop is attached by a press-fit on a part of the base, so that it is supported. The shaft is made of metal, and its surface is machined to produce a sliding finish, or is made of a metal which is inherently slidable.

Anordnung zum Anheften eines Haltegurtes eines Airbags

A tether belt 20A which is disposed at the inside of an air bag has its end stitched to the bag main body 27A by a seam 40 which traverses laterally the tether belt and is comprised of rows of stitching 41-44. This reduces the stress on the stitched seam. ...

GEWEBTER LUFTSACK MIT STROMSPERREN

Kindersitz zur Anbringung auf einem Kraftfahrzeugsitz

Kindersitz zur Anbringung auf einem Kraftfahrzeugsitz, umfassend einen Sitzbereich (11), einen Rückenabschnitt (10), einen Fangköper (14), wobei der Fangkörper einen integrierten Airbag (15, 15a, 15c) umfasst und/oder wobei ein Airbag (15b) im Sitzbereich vorgesehen ist, eine Beschleunigungserfassungseinrichtung zum Erfassen einer Beschleunigung des Kindersitzes sowie eine Steuereinrichtung (19), die derart konfiguriert ist, dass ein Auslösen des Airbags (15, 15a-15c) aufgrund einer von der Beschleunigungserfassungseinrichtung erfassten Beschleunigung bewirkt wird.

An airbag

INFLATABLE AIR BAGS FOR USE IN VEHICLES

COVER FOR VEHICLE AIR BAG

The cover 18 has a portion 18a near its edge attached to the retainer 10 which has a rigidity larger than that of the rest of the cover and the cover thus has a bending region A which is located near a boundary between the high rigidity portion and the low rigidity portion; on deployment of the air bag the cover tears along weakened portion 28 and the parts of the cover bend at the region A. Because of the relatively high rigidity of portion 18a it does not deform and thus does not come into contact with a body member 34 nor is stress applied to reinforcing piece 21. ...

Vehicle air bag arrangements

A housing defining a gas outlet aperture 5 is provided with a peripheral outwardly directed flange 4, and contains a gas generator 8. Located above the housing is an air-bag 26 contained within a space 27 defined by a cover 10. The cover has side wall portions 15, 17 carrying lower inwardly directed flanges 19, 21 which are located beneath the outwardly directed flanges 4 provided on the housing 1 and secured thereto. The cover may have at least two side wall portions (16, 17, Figure 1) which are pivotable outwardly to facilitate mounting of the cover on the housing. ...

Cover for vehicle air bag device.

The lid 14' covering the open face of the airbag container 12 turns on hinge pins 60 hinging one side of the lid to one side of the front edge of the container, so that when the inflater operates to deploy the air bag the lid opens on the hinge in the direction indicated at 100. In addition, the back up plate 22' of the lid is provided with a weakened portion, eg perforated or split, at 400, so that when the edge 14'a of the lid contacts the instrument panel 68 the lid deforms to continue opening. ...

Retractor

Controllable vent arrangement

An air bag (1) comprises a controllable vent formed in the fabric of the air bag, the vent is normally held in a closed position by a fabric element retained by a clamp (5) wherein the clamp is releasable in response to a signal from a sensor (6). The fabric element may be in the form of a tube (4) extending into the interior of the air-bag. The clamp may either retain the free end of the tube or a strap may be provided on the tube. In an alternative arrangement the fabric element may be provided by a flap, covering the vent, provided on the interior of the air-bag. Preferably the sensor is adapted to sense the weight and/or the position of a seat occupant and/or whether they are wearing a seat belt to allow the "softness" of the air-bag to be adjusted accordingly. A plurality of controllable vents may be provided.

Belt roller for a safety belt of an automotive vehicle

SAFETY DEVICE FOR MOTOR VEHICLE

... 1380002 Crash restraint system NISSAN MOTOR CO Ltd 6 July 1972 [26 Oct 1971] 31705/72 Heading B7B A vehicle is provided with an inflatable crash bag 12 and a deformable dashboard 18 respectively for protecting an occupants head and chest during collision. The bag 12 is inflatable by a pressurized gas source 24 mounted in a casing 26 via a conduit 22 and diffuser 20. The dashboard consists of pleated bellows-like side walls, padded at 28 and which may be of sheet material, and is mounted on casing 26. The dashboard is of reduced depth (Fig. 2, not shown), in the region of the steering wheel, and a knee protector may be provided at 30.

Modular cover for an air bag assembly

Gas generator for an air bag

Gas generating material (not shown) for use with a vehicle air bag may be ignited by an igniter 2 via a pyrotechnic chain 7, 5, 4, 3 and 15. The arrangement is such that, if autoignition of one of the components of the chain occurs, the reaction will proceed backwards as well as forwards so that all the pyrotechnic material is consumed. ...

Reel assembly for a safety belt of an automotive vehicle

The assembly has a belt reel (1) for the safety belt, a frame (8) which can be frictionally connected to the structure of the motor vehicle, onto which the belt reel (1) is rotatably mounted and a blocking apparatus (3) which, when there is an excessive change of speed of the vehicle, is effective by engagement between the frame (8) and the belt reel (1). Between a shaft part (2) of the belt reel (1) upon which forces emanating from the belt web act, and an area of engagement (4) of the belt reel (1) with which the blocking apparatus (3) can engage, an energy absorber (5) is provided, which allows a specific extension of the belt web with simultaneous absorption of the energy transferred from the belt web. The energy absorber (5) can be activated simultaneously with an airbag (24) and includes a torsion rod frictionally received in a sleeve (6) which, in an emergency, is moved rightwards by igniting a propellant charge (9).

Method for folding air bag, device for folding air bag and air bag

An airbag deployment limiting means

An airbag restraint comprises a durable fabric enclosure 12 for fitting over a steering wheel to provide a complete cover over the front face of the steering wheel, and to enclose a substantial part of the rear of the steering wheel, strap means 16, 17 for securing the enclosure 12 to the steering wheel, and bursting devices 24 carried within the enclosure and protruding towards the front face of the steering wheel when the enclosure is fitted to the steering wheel for bursting an airbag as it deploys. Preferably the airbag restraint is made from two discs of a woven nylon fabric stitched together around their periphery and has a relatively rigid disc of material bonded to the front disc to provide a base for the bursting devices which may be eight sharp spikes 24. Advantageously the airbag restraint provides a device which prevents the unintentional deployment of a vehicle steering wheel airbag in operations such as emergency and rescue.

Improvements in or relating to an air-bag

A method of testing an airbag module

VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEM

AIR BAG SYSTEM

AIR BAG

A RETAINER FOR AIR BAG SYSTEM

IMPROVEMENTS FOR A SAFETY ARRANGEMENT FOR A VEHICLE OR CONCERNING THIS

HIGH-DENSITY HOLLOW BASIC FABRIC

AIRBAGANORDNUNG

LINE FOR A AIRBAGKISSEN OF A VEHICLE

VEHICLE SAFETY DEVICE

MOTOR VEHICLE AIRBAGABDECKUNG WITH PERFORATED DIVIDING LINE AND MANUFACTURING PROCESS

IGNITION MECHANISM FOR A PASSENGER SAFETY DIVICE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

PROCEDURE AND MECHANISM FOR THE RELEASE OF A PASSENGER SUPPORT SYSTEM IN CASE OF A SEITENAUFPRALLES

HYBRID GAS PRODUCER WITH SHAPED-CHARGE FUZE

IMPROVEMENTS FOR A SAFETY ARRANGEMENT FOR A VEHICLE OR CONCERNING THIS

IMPROVEMENTS FOR A SAFETY ARRANGEMENT FOR A VEHICLE OR CONCERNING THIS

IMPROVEMENTS FOR A SAFETY ARRANGEMENT FOR A VEHICLE OR CONCERNING THIS

IMPROVEMENTS FOR A SAFETY ARRANGEMENT FOR A VEHICLE OR CONCERNING THIS

IMPROVEMENTS FOR A SAFETY ARRANGEMENT FOR A VEHICLE OR CONCERNING THIS

Airbag cushion with cinch tube for reduced out-of-position effects

ACTIVE VENTING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR AIRBAG SYSTEMS

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEM AND COMPOSITION USEFUL THEREIN

AN AIR-BAG

Autoignition of a fluid fueled inflator

FIRING CIRCUIT FOR A VEHICLE PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM

Bag for an air bag unit for a vehicule

SILICONE COATING COMPOSITION FOR AIR BAGS

Silicone rubber compositions for coating air bags, used for safety purposes to protect occupants of vehicles such as automobiles are described together with air bag fabrics coated with the composition and to air bags made from the coated fabric. The compositions are silicone rubber coating compositions which cure by hydrosilylation comprising an organopolysiloxane (A) having aliphatically unsaturated hydrocarbon or hydrocarbonoxy s?bstituents, an organosilicon crosslinker having at least 3 silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms, a catalyst able to promote the reaction of the aliphatically unsaturated hydrocarbon or hydrocarbonoxy substituents with Si-H groups and a silica reinforcing filler, wherein the silica filler is pre-treated with 2% to 60% by weight based on the weight of the silica filler of an oligomeric organopolysiloxane containing Si-bonded methyl and vinyl groups and silanol end groups.

GAS GENERATOR FOR INFLATING A SAFTY BAG

TITLE OF THE INVENTION GAS GENERATOR FOR INFLATING A SAFETY BAG A gas generator for inflating a safety bag for the protection of persons in a vehicle, is equipped with a combustion chamber that is divided into a smaller section and into a larger section by a sheet metal insert. The sheet metal insert also divides the fuel into two portions, whereby a smaller fuel portion is located closer to the ignition openings of an ignition device while the larger fuel portion is located further away from the ignition device. The divider or insert provides a passage or gas flow openings which are so located that the combustion gas generated in the smaller section must flow entirely through the smaller section before it enters into the larger section. Thus, the smaller fuel portion is combusted substantially first and the larger fuel portion is combusted thereafter to provide an inflation characteristic for the safety bag such that the bag is initially filled slower and then rapidly.

DRIVER-SIDE MODULE ATTACH BRACKET

The invention facilitates fixedly attaching to vehicle steering wheels different or variously styled driver restraint modules, while incorporating common major module components. For example, three (3) different modules use the same major module components (reaction plate, inflator, and folded air bag) but utilize different brackets for steering wheel mounting and adaptation to the styling locations of selected ones of the variously styled driver module assemblies for horn blowing, speed control, etc. This makes it possbile to use more common production tooling, i.e., for cover attachment, bag folding, etc., thus enabling manufacturing cost reduction.

AIR BAG RETENTION IN INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

An attachment system, an air bag module subassembly and a method of attachment are provided permitting the fastenerless attachment of an inflatable cushion into a restraint system.

Air Bag Firing Circuit

COVER RETENTION IN OCCUPANT RESTRAINT INSTALLATIONS

COVER RETENTION IN OCCUPANT RESTRAINT INSTALLATIONS A method and assembly resulting in improved cover to housing retention in occupant restraint assemblies is disclosed. The improved retention is realized via the appropriate application and use of a band of heat shrinkable material about the assembly.

OVERPRESSURE REGULATING AIRBAG INFLATOR

OVERPRESSURE REGULATING AIRBAG INFLATOR An inflator (10) for an inflatable vehicle occupant restraint system comprises a housing (12) with an arcuate stress concentration groove (20) therein of reduced cross section relative to the remainder of the housing. The groove (20) ruptures upon the occurrence of a predetermined pressure internally of the housing (12), thereby providing a "weal point" in the housing to achieve a predetermined and systematic control of structural failure in the inflator.

INFLATOR MOUNTING SYSTEM

... 2136549 9425311 PCTABS00034 A system for mounting an airbag and airbag inflator comprises an airbag inflator (10) having a plurality of clips (18) that are engageable with a mounting plate (32). The airbag (30) is interposed between the inflator (10) and the mounting plate (32) when the clips (18) on the inflator are engaged with the mounting plate so as to support the airbag and seal the interface between the inflator and mounting plate. Gas flow incident to deflation of the airbag is vented through the mounting plate.

Vehicle Occupant Restraint Apparatus

POSITIVE ORIENTATION STUD FOR AN AIRBAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM

POSITIVE ORIENTATION STUD FOR AN AIRBAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM A positive orientation stud is provided which extends from one end of an inflator chamber having a plurality of exhaust ports therein. The stud is adapted to fit into a generally rectangular slot in a module reaction can which contains an inflatable airbag cushion. The complementary shape of the stud of the inflator and slot of the reaction can permit mating only when the chamber is in correct rotational orientation relative to the reaction can housing. The stud also includes a raised interface key at the location where the stud meets the chamber wall for holding the mating parts in correct rotational and axial orientation relative to one another.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR RESTRAINING AN OCCUPANT OF A VEHICLE UPON A SIDE IMPACT AGAINST THE VEHICLE

A vehicle occupant shoulder protection (51) is located on a vehicle door (16) and is inflatable from a stored condition on the door to an inflated condition between the door and the shoulder area of the occupant. When inflated, the occupant shoulder protector (51) engages the shoulder of the occupant. A vehicle occupant upper rib protector (52, 53) is located on the vehicle door (16) and is inflatable from a stored condition on the door to an inflated condition between the door and the upper rib area of the occupant. When inflated, the shoulder protector (51) extends further into the vehicle passenger compartment than the upper rib protector (52, 53). When inflated, the occupant rib protector (52, 53) engages the upper rib area of the occupant. A vehicle occupant head restraint (210) is located on the vehicle door (16) and is inflated from a stored condition on the door to an inflated condition between the door and the head of the occupant. When inflated, the occupant head restraint (210 ...

LEAK DETECTOR FOR GAS AIR BAG INFLATOR

The present invention relates to a detector for detecting leaks of a gas. The present invention is particularly applicable to a vehicle occupant restraint apparatus (10) which has a container (14) for an exothermically reactable gas mixture (18). An exothermic reaction of the gas mixture (18) released from container (14) deploys an occupant restraint (12). The detector has an electrically conductive sensor element (44). The sensor element (44) is positioned within an envelope (40) surrounding a portion of container (14) so as to be exposed to the gas mixture (18) if leaked from container (14). The sensor element (44) is part of an electric circuit (46). The electrical resistance of the sensor element (44) varies when the sensor element is exposed to the leaked gas mixture. The electric circuit (46) also has a power source (64) including a timing circuit (52) for providing an intermittent electric current through the sensor element (44). The timing circuit (52) has an off-period of relatively ...

DYNAMIC BURN VENTS FOR THE CUSHION OF AN AIR BAG MODULE

DYNAMIC BURN VENTS FOR THE CUSHION OF AN AIR BAG MODULE An improved device for controlling the rate at which gas is exhausted from an air bag cushion which is used in passenger vehicles. A novel gas vent is incorporated into the material from which the air bag is made. The vent comprises a dynamic vent that is impermeable to gas below a critical temperature and is permeable to gas above a critical temperature. The dynamic vent provides additional venting of gas during a high impact collision or when a larger than average occupant impacts onto the air bag cushion.

INFLATABLE RESTRAINT

A system for venting excessively high pressure gas resulting from late deployment of an airbag.

AIR BAG FIRING CIRCUIT

AIR BAG FOR PASSENGER

The air bag for passenger according to the present invention comprises a plurality of base cloths, and at least a part of base cloths in said plurality of base cloths are in circular, elliptical or oval shape or in the shape similar to a circle or in polygonal shape or in polygonal shape with rounded corners so that they can be automatically sewn by machine. By the air bag for passenger of this invention with such arrangement, it is possible that a part of base cloths in the plurality of base cloths constituting the air bag can be automatically sewn by machine. Therefore, sewing work can be done easier, and the time required for the manufacture of the air bag for passenger can be reduced. The air bag for passenger according to this invention can flexibly and easily match various complicated shapes in both vertical and lateral directions.

BASE CLOTH FOR AIR BAG

The base cloth for air bag according to this invention is formed by woven cloth and constitutes an air bag, which is inflated by reaction gas from an inflator, operated in an emergency, and receives the occupant in vehicle. Warp and weft are arranged in the same high density, and the strength in lateral direction is uniformly set. Because warp and weft are arranged in the same high density and the strength in lateral direction is uniformaly set, the base cloth for air bag with such arrangement can fulfill its function completely by inflating instantaneously by high pressure reaction gas and receiving the occupant in reliable manner. Above all, the air bag for the occupant on the seats other than the driver's seat can effectively fulfill the function because base cloth is used up to its selvege.

Устройство для перевозки животных в автомобильном транспорте

Полезная модель относится к устройствам, предназначенным для размещения животных при перевозке на автомобилях.Устройство для безопасной перевозки животных в автомобильном транспорте содержит защитную решетку, прикрепленную к подголовникам заднего сиденья, и дополнительную решетку, прикрепленную с помощью струбцин винтами к защитной решетке, при этом дополнительная решетка выполнена из двух элементов трапециидальной формы, содержащая верхнюю и нижнюю части, одна из которых представляет собой прямоугольную трапецию, и расположены одна над другой таким образом, что основание прямоугольной трапеции является верхним основанием нижней трапеции, а на нижнем основании другой трапеции расположены регулируемые ножки, выполненные из двух элементов, один из которых представляет собой стержень с резьбой, а второй элемент представляет собой гайку, закрепленную на основании округлой формы с плоским дном, обратная сторона которого выполнена в виде радиальных выступов и выемок, при этом одна из ножек установлена под стержнем нижней ячейки решетки, а вторая расположена между третьим и четвертым стержнем ячейки решетки, причем на стыке двух трапеций расположен кронштейн для монтажа и демонтажа дополнительной решетки с защитной решеткой, а дополнительная решетка установлена вертикально по середине нижнего основания защитной решетки.Технический результат заключается в повышении безопасности движения автомобильного транспорта за счет надежности эксплуатации устройства и фиксируемого груза. 1 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 169 905 U1 (51) МПК B60R 21/12 (2006.01) B60P 3/04 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ФОРМУЛА ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21)(22) Заявка: 2016130899, 26.07.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 26.07.2016 (72) Автор(ы): Артемьев Александр Викторович (RU) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Артемьев Александр Викторович (RU) 05.04.2017 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 127004 ...

Side airbag for installation into a motor vehicle, vehicle seat with such a side airbag and motor vehicle

A side airbag for installation into a motor vehicle, a vehicle seat with such a side airbag and a motor vehicle with such a vehicle seat are described. The side airbag comprises at least one mounting device for mounting the side airbag on the backrest of the vehicle seat, an outer skin with a first side wall extending forwards, when viewed in the vehicle direction, and a second side wall connected to the first side wall. In order to be able, at as low a cost as possible, to protect the passengers to be protected better against a movement towards the middle of the vehicle, the second side wall extends essentially cross-ways to the vehicle direction when the outer skin is fully deployed and free from external forces, so that at least a third side wall connecting the first two side walls is present.

Air Bag Packaging Arrangement and Self-Adhesive Checking Valve thereof

An air bag packaging arrangement adapted to have a self-adhesive checking valve includes an air bag and an air valve which is the self-adhesive checking valve. The air bag includes first and second cell overlapped layers to form an air chamber and a valve opening. The air valve includes first and second sealing films overlapped between the first and second cell layers, and a check sealing film overlapped between proximal portions of the first and second sealing films to define an air inflating channel between the first sealing film and the check sealing film, and a backflow prevention channel between the check sealing film and the second sealing film. In case of air leakage, the air is guided to flow to the backflow prevention channel for creating a supplemental air pressure to further seal and close the air inflating channel, so as to make up a deficient sealing effect of the first and second sealing films. 1. A self-adhesive checking valve for filling fluid into a fluid receiving cavity , comprising a first valve film , a second valve film , and a third valve film positioned between said first valve film and said second valve film , wherein a fluid inflating channel is formed between said first valve film and said second valve film , wherein a backflow prevention channel is formed between said second valve film and said third valve film , wherein when said fluid receiving cavity is filled with said fluid through said fluid inflating channel , inner surfaces of said first valve film , said second valve film and said third valve film are attached with each other to prevent said fluid to flow back through said fluid inflating channel , wherein in case of leakage , said fluid is selectively guided into said backflow prevention channel to create a supplemental air pressure to apply on said second valve film to further seal and close said fluid inflating channel so as to prevent fluid leakage.2. The self-adhesive checking valve claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein ...

INTELLIGENT VEHICLE SENSOR DEVICE

A vehicle sensor device, which includes at least one sensor for detecting the yaw rate of a vehicle, at least one sensor for detecting the lateral acceleration of a vehicle, at least one computing unit and at least one interface of a data bus, especially CAN or FlexRay, via which the sensor signals or sensor data derived therefrom can be transmitted to at least one electronic control device. According to an aspect of the invention, a steering angle sensor is integrated with the other sensors in a housing, and the computing unit carries out plausibility checking and/or calibration of the yaw rate signals and/or the lateral acceleration signals and/or the steering angle signals. 115.-. (canceled)16. A vehicle sensor device , comprising at least one sensor for detecting the yaw rate of a vehicle , at least one sensor for detecting the lateral acceleration of a vehicle , at least one computing unit and at least one interface of a data bus via which the sensor signals or sensor data derived therefrom can be transmitted to at least one electronic control device , wherein a steering angle sensor is only connected to the vehicle sensor device and is especially integrated with the other sensors in a housing , and the computing unit carries out at least one of plausibility checking , calibration of the yaw rate signals , lateral acceleration signals , and steering angle signals.17. The vehicle sensor device as claimed in claim 16 , wherein vehicle speed data are received via at least one interface claim 16 , and the yaw rate signals and lateral acceleration signals are plausibility checked using said data claim 16 , by checking whether the product of yaw rate and vehicle speed deviates in magnitude by not more than a specified threshold value from the measured lateral acceleration.18. The vehicle sensor device as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the vehicle speed data contains a vehicle speed derived from at least one of wheel revolution rate sensors claim 17 , wheel speeds of a ...

Vehicle and method of controlling the same

A vehicle comprises: an airbag; a first power supply configured to supply power; a first sensor configured to sense an impact applied to the vehicle; a first wiring connected to the first power supply and configured to transmit the power while the vehicle is running; a second wiring connected to the first power supply and configured to transmit power regardless of whether or not the vehicle is running; and a controller configured to deploy the airbag upon receiving power via the first wiring or the second wiring when the first sensor senses the impact.

Vehicle occupant classification systems and methods

Techniques are disclosed for systems and methods to detect and/or classify a vehicle occupant, such as a passenger seated within the cockpit of a vehicle. An occupant classification system includes an occupant weight sensor, an occupant presence sensor, and a logic device configured to communicate with the occupant weight sensor and the occupant presence sensor. The logic device is configured to receive occupant weight sensor signals from the occupant weight sensor and occupant presence sensor signals from the occupant presence sensor, determine an estimated occupant weight and an occupant presence response based, at least in part, on the occupant weight sensor signals and the occupant presence sensor signals, and determine an occupant classification status corresponding to the passenger seat based, at least in part, on the estimated occupant weight and/or the occupant presence response.

Motor vehicle with seat unlocking system

A motor vehicle with a seat unlocking system includes a seat with a seat part and a back part secured to a body at an attachment, an airbag, and an actuator for releasing the attachment of the seat to the body. Following activation of the actuator, the attachment between the seat and the body is disconnected such that the seat is moveable relative to the body. A control unit is configured to activate the actuator following an accident exclusively in the case of an opened airbag and exclusively with the motor vehicle at a standstill.

VEHICLE DASHBOARD SAFETY FEATURES

A vehicle includes: a dashboard with load sensors and airbag(s), a seat, processor(s) configured to: (a) detect load on the dashboard, (b) generate a display based on (a), (c) count time elapsed since (b), (d) activate a vibrating motor of the seat based on (a) and (c), (e) count time elapsed since (d), (f) disable the airbag(s) based on (a) and (e). 1. A vehicle comprising:a dashboard with load sensors and airbag(s), a seat, processor(s) configured to:(a) detect load on the dashboard,(b) disable the airbag(s) based on (a).2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the processor(s) are configured to:perform (b) based on (a) by: determining whether the detected load exceeds predetermined load(s).3. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein some of the load sensors are arranged to detect load in a horizontal direction and some of the load sensors are arranged to detect load in a vertical direction.4. The vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the processor(s) are configured to: perform (a) by: determining a horizontal load on the dashboard and a vertical load on the dashboard.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the processor(s) are configured to:compare the determined vertical load to a first threshold and compare the determined horizontal load to a second threshold;perform (b) based on (a) by: determining that the determined vertical load exceeds the first threshold or the determined horizontal load exceeds the second threshold.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle comprises a camera pointed at the dashboard and the processor(s) are configured to:(c) determine presence of an object on the dashboard by processing images from the camera.7. The vehicle of claim 6 , wherein the processor(s) are configured to:perform (b) based on (a) and (c).8. The vehicle of claim 7 , wherein the vehicle comprises a light sensor and the processor(s) are configured to: process the images from the camera based on an amount of light sensed by the light sensor.9. The vehicle of claim 8 , wherein the ...

RETRACTABLE SIDE PROTECTING AIRBAG FOR CHILD SAFETY SEAT

The present invention discloses a retractable side protecting airbag for a child safety seat which includes a side protecting base provided on an outer side surface of the seat body. Specifically, the side protecting base is provided with the retractable side protecting airbag. The retractable side protecting airbag is correspondingly provided with an air deflating hole. The side protecting airbag is internally provided with a resetting structure. An outer end of the retractable side protecting airbag is provided with a side protecting cover. The protecting cover and the side protecting base are locked to each other and work collaboratively for folding the retractable side protecting airbag. The present invention has a reasonable structure and a long distance for crumpling, and is capable of providing buffering and effective energy absorption, thereby greatly reducing the damage to children from side crashes. 1. A retractable side protecting airbag for a child safety seat comprising a side protecting base provided on an outer side surface of a seat body ,wherein the side protecting base is provided with a retractable side protecting airbag, the retractable side protecting airbag is provided with an air deflating hole, and the retractable side protecting airbag is further provided with a resetting structure;an outer end of the retractable side protecting airbag is provided with a side protecting cover, and the side protecting cover and the side protecting base are locked to each other and work collaboratively for folding the retractable side protecting airbag.2. The retractable side protecting airbag for a child safety seat according to claim 1 , wherein the side protecting base is provided with a cover locking member claim 1 , and the side protecting cover is provided with a locking member matching with the cover locking member for locking.3. The retractable side protecting airbag for a child safety seat according to claim 2 , wherein the cover locking member and ...

OCCUPANT PROTECTION DEVICE

An occupant protection device for a vehicle includes: a collision predictor configured to predict a collision of the vehicle; a main airbag configured to deploy toward an occupant from a front of the vehicle when the collision predictor predicts a collision of the vehicle; an occupant center-of-gravity detecting device configured to detect a position of a center of gravity of the occupant; an armrest moving device configured to move an armrest; and a deployment controller configured to cause, when the collision predictor predicts a collision of the vehicle, the armrest moving device to move the armrest upward to guide the center of gravity of the occupant into a proper range on the basis of the position of the center of gravity of the occupant detected by the occupant center-of-gravity detecting device, subsequently cause the armrest moving device to remove the armrest, and thereafter, cause the main airbag to deploy. 1. An occupant protection device for a vehicle , the occupant protection device comprising:a collision predictor configured to predict a collision of the vehicle;a main airbag configured to deploy toward an occupant from a front of the vehicle when the collision predictor predicts a collision of the vehicle;an occupant center-of-gravity detecting device configured to detect a position of a center of gravity of the occupant;an armrest moving device configured to move an armrest; anda deployment controller configured to cause, when the collision predictor predicts a collision of the vehicle, the armrest moving device to move the armrest upward to guide the center of gravity of the occupant into a proper range on a basis of the position of the center of gravity of the occupant detected by the occupant center-of-gravity detecting device, subsequently cause the armrest moving device to remove the armrest, and thereafter, cause the main airbag to deploy.2. The occupant protection device for a vehicle according to claim 1 , whereinthe armrest comprises a pair ...

PASSENGER PROTECTING DEVICE FOR VEHICLE

A passenger protecting device for a vehicle has: a side airbag portion that is accommodated at an interior of a side support portion B, and that, by receiving a supply of gas and inflating at a time of an oblique side collision of a vehicle, causes the side support portion B to bulge-out toward the seat upper side; and a seat cushion airbag portion that is accommodated at an interior of the seat portion A, and that, by receiving a supply of gas and inflating at a time of an oblique side collision of the vehicle, causes the seat portion A to bulge-out toward the seat upper side and raises the femoral region D of the passenger P, and whose inflation is completed later than the side airbag portion 1. A passenger protecting device for a vehicle , comprising:a side airbag portion that is accommodated at an interior of a side support portion that protrudes toward a seat upper side from a seat transverse direction outer side with respect to a seat portion of a seat cushion at a vehicle seat, and that, by receiving a supply of gas and inflating at a time of a side collision including an oblique side collision of a vehicle, causes the side support portion to bulge toward the seat upper side, and protects a femoral region and a lumbar region of a passenger from the seat transverse direction outer side; anda seat cushion airbag portion that is accommodated at an interior of the seat portion, and that, by receiving a supply of gas and inflating at a time of a front collision including an oblique side collision of the vehicle, causes the seat portion to bulge toward the seat upper side and raises the femoral region of the passenger, inflation of the seat cushion airbag portion being completed later than that of the side airbag portion.2. The passenger protecting device for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein:the side airbag portion and the seat cushion airbag portion are in communication with each other,an inflator, that supplies gas to the side airbag portion and to the seat cushion ...

AIRBAG COVER WITH AT LEAST ONE FLAP

An airbag enclosure has a cover formed by a rigid panel having a portion forming a flap defined by a plurality of sides all formed as breakaway lines and one of which also forms a hinge. The cover is made of a thermoplastic laminate that has a plurality of first layers alternating with a plurality of second layers. The first layers each consist of a homogenous thermoplastic film of a polyolefin copolymer, polyester, or a polyester copolymer. The second layers each consist of an array of strips, fibers, or filaments of polypropylene or polyester. 1. In combination with an airbag enclosure having a cover formed by a rigid panel having a portion forming a flap defined by a plurality of sides all formed as breakaway lines and one of which also forms a hinge , the cover being made of a thermoplastic laminate that has a plurality of first layers alternating with a plurality of second layers , the first layers each consisting of a homogenous thermoplastic film of a polyolefin copolymer , polyester , or a polyester copolymer , the second layers each consisting of an array of strips , fibers , or filaments of polypropylene or polyester.2. The combination defined in claim 1 , wherein the array is a weave.3. The airbag cover defined in claim 6 , wherein the array is a nonwoven.4. The airbag cover defined in claim 1 , wherein the laminate has a thickness of 0.35 mm to 3 mm.5. The airbag cover defined in claim 1 , wherein the second layers are folded at the hinge.6. The airbag cover defined in claim 1 , wherein the laminate has a face bonded to a thermoplastic film of polyester or polypropylene.7. The airbag cover defined in claim 1 , wherein the laminate has a face in which glass fibers are imbedded.8. A method of forming a fold in a laminate having a plurality of first layers alternating with a plurality of second layers claim 1 , the first layers each consisting of a homogenous thermoplastic film of a polyolefin copolymer claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , or a polyester copolymer ...

RESTRAINT SYSTEM

A restraint system includes an instrument panel having an exterior panel directed downward, an airbag having an uninflated position behind the exterior panel and having a left chamber and a right chamber, a left inflator coupled to the left chamber, a right inflator coupled to the right chamber, and a controller programmed to selectively activate each inflator to one of a high output and a low output based on an impact angle. 1. A restraint system comprising:an instrument panel having an exterior panel directed downward;an airbag having an uninflated position behind the exterior panel and having a left chamber and a right chamber;a left inflator coupled to the left chamber;a right inflator coupled to the right chamber; anda controller programmed to selectively activate each inflator to one of a high output and a low output based on an impact angle.2. The restraint system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is programmed to activate the left inflator to the high output in response to a left oblique impact and to activate the right inflator to the high output in response to a right oblique impact.3. The restraint system of claim 2 , wherein the controller is programmed to activate the right inflator to the low output in response to a left oblique impact and to activate the left inflator to the low output in response to a right oblique impact.4. The restraint system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is programmed to receive a signal indicating lateral acceleration of a vehicle including the restraint system claim 1 , and to activate both inflators at a low output in response to determining that an absolute value of the lateral acceleration is below an acceleration threshold.5. The restraint system of claim 4 , wherein the acceleration threshold is a first acceleration threshold claim 4 , and the controller is programmed to release the right tether in response to a left oblique impact upon determining that the lateral acceleration is above a second acceleration ...

CHILDCARE DEVICE INCLUDING INFLATABLE SAFETY ELEMENTS

A childcare device is configured to receive a child. The device includes a child-restraint harness including first and second shoulder straps and inflatable elements associated with each shoulder strap. 1. Child care device suitable for receiving a child , comprising at least two inflatable safety elements suitable for being inflated in the event of an impact above a predetermined threshold , and means for reversibly attaching said inflatable safety elements together.2. Child care device according to claim 1 , comprising a harness having two straps designed for extending from the shoulders along a child's chest claim 1 , wherein each of the straps is equipped with one of said inflatable safety elements.3. Child care device according to claim 2 , wherein said attachment means comprise at least two flexible portions attached by a first of the ends thereof to either of said inflatable elements claim 2 , respectively claim 2 , and having at the second ends thereof additional coupling means claim 2 , designed so as to extend transversally between the straps claim 2 , when they are attached.4. Child care device according to claim 3 , wherein said flexible portions claim 3 , when the coupling means thereof are attached claim 3 , also hold the straps together.5. Child care device according to claim 2 , wherein each of said inflatable safety elements is attached to one of said straps respectively.6. Child care device according to claim 2 , wherein said straps each have a sleeve claim 2 , that is slidable along the strap claim 2 , and in that said inflatable safety elements are housed in said sleeves.7. Child care device according to claim 6 , wherein said sleeves have at least one movable flap claim 6 , suitable for forming a housing for one of said inflatable safety elements.8. Child care device according to claim 6 , wherein each of said inflatable safety elements is attached to one of said sleeves via two connections claim 6 , in the vicinity of each of the ends of said ...

MITIGATION OF VEHICLE SHALLOW IMPACT COLLISIONS

Methods, systems, and vehicles are provided for mitigating shallow offset vehicle events. A sensor onboard a vehicle provides sensor data. A processor onboard the vehicle is coupled to the sensor. The processor is configured to determine, using the sensor data, whether the vehicle is experiencing a shallow offset event using the sensor data, and initiate rotation of one of a plurality of wheels of the vehicle if the vehicle is experiencing a shallow offset event. 1. A method comprising:determining whether a vehicle is experiencing a shallow offset event; andinitiating rotation of one of a plurality of wheels of the vehicle via instructions provided by a processor if the vehicle is experiencing a shallow offset event.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining whether the shallow offset event is occurring on a driver side or a passenger side of the vehicle; initiating rotation such that a front portion of a wheel on the driver side of the vehicle is turned inward toward a center of the vehicle, if the shallow offset event is determined to be occurring on the driver side of the vehicle; and', 'initiating rotation such that a front portion of a wheel on the passenger side of the vehicle is turned inward toward the center of the vehicle, if the shallow offset event is determined to be occurring on the passenger side of the vehicle., 'wherein the step of initiating rotation comprises3. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the step of initiating rotation comprises initiating rotation of one of the plurality of wheels via an actuator coupled to the one of the plurality of wheels if the vehicle is experiencing a shallow offset event.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the step of initiating rotation comprises initiating rotation of one of the plurality of wheels via an actuator coupled to an axle of the vehicle if the vehicle is experiencing a shallow offset event.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the step of initiating rotation comprises inflating an airbag ...

METHOD FOR CLASSIFYING AN OCCUPANT AND PROVIDING THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION FOR A SAFETY DEVICE IN A MOTOR VEHICLE

A method for classifying an occupant and providing the occupant classification for a safety device in a motor vehicle. The method includes reading in a first piece of information that indirectly describes the occupant; reading in a second piece of information that directly describes the occupant; classifying the occupant, taking the indirect and direct information into account; and providing the occupant classification to an interface to the safety device for the vehicle. A corresponding device is also described. 1. A method for classifying an occupant and providing the occupant classification for a safety device in a motor vehicle , the method comprising:reading in a first piece of information that indirectly describes the occupant;reading in a second piece of information that directly describes the occupant;classifying the occupant, taking the indirect and direct information into account; andproviding the occupant classification to an interface to the safety device for the vehicle.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein at least one of:a rough classification of the occupant takes place based on the ascertained first piece of information; anda fine classification of the occupant takes place based on the ascertained second piece of information.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first piece of information includes data concerning at least one of: (i) a vehicle seat claim 1 , (ii) a steering wheel claim 1 , (iii) a side mirror claim 1 , and (iv) a rearview mirror.4. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first piece of information is ascertained with the aid of a sensor on at least one of: (i) a vehicle seat claim 1 , (ii) a steering wheel claim 1 , (iii) a side mirror claim 1 , and (iv) a rearview mirror.5. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first piece of information includes data concerning at least one of:a setting of a vehicle seat;a position of a vehicle seat;a displacement of a vehicle seat;an orientation of a vehicle ...

Vehicle roof impact absorbing apparatus including a deployable device

A deployable device of a roof impact absorbing apparatus for a vehicle includes a bottom panel, a top panel opposite the bottom panel, and a cavity between the top panel and the bottom panel. The roof impact absorbing apparatus includes a headliner adjacent to the bottom panel, and an inflator in communication with the cavity. The deployable device is formed of a thermoplastic elastomer and is flexible relative to the headliner. During a rollover of the vehicle, the deployable device in the deployed position may reduce the amount of impact energy transferred to the occupant.

COLLAPSIBLE CRASH SAFETY SYSTEMS FOR THREE-WHEELED VEHICLES

The present invention describes an enclosed structure to a 3 wheeler vehicle to provide crash-worthiness (i.e. protection in case of vehicular crash). The structure is further integrated into a crash protection system that absorbs and diverts the crash forces away from it's occupants thus reducing chance of injury and harm to its occupants. 1A passenger compartment;At least one swing arm; andWherein the rear wheels are attached to the passenger compartment via the swing arms.. A three-wheeled vehicle comprising of; The present invention is in the technical field of automotive safety. More particularly, the present invention relates to collapsible crash safety systems in three-wheeled vehicles.When considering road faring vehicles as a mode of transportation the degree and quality of passenger safety are often of the most important features that are evaluated. Naturally single or dual occupancy vehicles such as motorcycles and micro-cars (e.g. Smart Cars), while appreciated for their low fuel consumption and easy maneuverability, are impractical choices due to safety concerns.For instance during the operation of a conventional motorcycle, the driver and/or passenger is at severe risk of injury or death in case of even minor accident scenarios such as a frontal or rear crash, rollover, getting struck with an object, or getting hit by another vehicle while changing lanes on the road. This risk is primarily because the occupant is exposed out to open environment without any rigid and strong protection. Conversely micro-cars offer enclosed cabins that mitigate the effects of a crash however due to their short and four-wheeled platform they lack the maneuverability offered by motorcycles.Thus there is current an impending need for a vehicle safety system that blends the maneuverability of a motorcycle while providing the security of an enclosed passenger compartment.The present invention fulfills these and other shortcomings through integrating of an enclosed structure to ...

PANEL DESIGNED TO ENGAGE WHEELS OF WHEELCHAIR

An assembly for a vehicle includes a panel. The panel includes a first channel and a second channel spaced from and parallel to each other. The first and second channels are designed to engage wheels of a wheelchair. The assembly includes a latch supported by the panel. The latch is moveable between an unlatched position and a latched position. The latch is retracted from the first channel in the unlatched position and elongated across the first channel in the latched position. The panel includes releasable connections designed to releasably engage a vehicle floor. 1. A vehicle comprising:a vehicle floor;a panel removably attached to and supported by the vehicle floor, the panel being designed to engage wheels of a wheelchair;a latch supported by the panel and being moveable between an unlatched position and a latched position;a wiring harness supported by the panel and connected to the latch; anda computer, the latch being releasably connectable to the computer;the computer having a processor and memory storing instructions executable by the processor to control components of the vehicle based on connection of the wiring harness to the computer.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle floor includes fastener holes arranged in a pattern and the panel includes fastener holes arranged in the pattern claim 1 , and further comprising fasteners engaging the panel to the vehicle floor through the fastener holes of the panel and the vehicle floor.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , further comprising a seat having a mounting base including fastener holes arranged in the pattern of the fastener holes of the vehicle floor.4. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein:the panel includes a pair of channels spaced from and parallel to each other, the channels being designed to engage wheels of a wheelchair; andthe latch includes a solenoid including a body mounted to the panel and a post extendable from the body, the post being retracted from a first channel of the pair of channels in the ...

VEHICLE AIRBAG

An assembly includes a track and a base movable along the track. The assembly includes an airbag supported by the base. The assembly includes a pyrotechnic device designed to move the base along the track. 1. An assembly , comprising:a track;a base movable along the track;an airbag supported by the base; anda pyrotechnic device designed to move the base along the track.2. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a stop supported by the track.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the stop is movable from an engaged position to a disengaged position.4. The assembly of claim 3 , further comprising an actuator designed to move the stop to the disengaged position.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the airbag is rotatable relative to the base.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the pyrotechnic device is designed to move the base along the track in a first direction claim 1 , and further comprising a second pyrotechnic device designed to move the base along the track in a second direction opposite the first direction.7. A vehicle claim 1 , comprising:an instrument panel;a track supported by the instrument panel;a base movable along the track;an airbag supported by the base; anda pyrotechnic device designed to move the base along the track.8. The vehicle of claim 7 , further comprising a seat claim 7 , the base movable along the track toward the seat.9. The vehicle of claim 7 , further comprising a seat claim 7 , the base movable along the track away from the seat.10. The vehicle of claim 7 , wherein the track is elongated along a vehicle-longitudinal axis.11. The vehicle of claim 7 , further comprising a processor and a memory storing instructions to actuate the pyrotechnic device based on an occupant size.12. The vehicle of claim 7 , further comprising a processor and a memory storing instructions to actuate the pyrotechnic device based on an occupant position.13. The vehicle of claim 7 , further comprising a stop supported by the track and movable from an engaged ...

VEHICLE WITH ROUND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

A vehicle includes a wall having a cylindrical shape and surrounding a passenger compartment. The vehicle includes a table in the passenger compartment, a circular track fixed in the compartment and extending around the table, and a plurality of seats mounted to and independently slidable along the track. 1. A vehicle comprising:a wall having a cylindrical shape and surrounding a passenger compartment;a table in the passenger compartment;a circular track fixed in the compartment and extending around the table; anda plurality of seats mounted to and independently slidable along the track.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a roof having a dome shape and being supported by the wall over the table and plurality of seats.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the roof is transparent.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a base supporting the wall claim 1 , wherein the wall includes a plurality of wall segments arranged circumferentially about the passenger compartment claim 1 , and wherein the wall segments are rotatable radially outward relative to the base.5. The vehicle of claim 1 , further comprising a door slidable along an exterior of the wall.6. The vehicle of claim 5 , wherein the door has a curved shape corresponding to the cylindrical shape of the wall.7. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein each seat has a seat bottom rotatable between a sitting position that is generally horizontal relative to the passenger compartment and an upright position that is generally vertical relative to the passenger compartment.8. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein each seat has a seat bottom and a seatback claim 1 , wherein the seat bottom is rotatable relative to the seatback between a sitting position and an upright position.9. The vehicle of claim 8 , wherein each seat is adjacent the wall.10. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein each seat includes a pedestal mounted to and slidable along the track.11. The vehicle of claim 10 , further comprising a floor supporting the ...

Occupant monitoring device for vehicle and occupant protection system for vehicle

An occupant monitoring device for a vehicle is configured to monitor an occupant sitting on a seat provided in a vehicle and includes a light projector, an imaging device, and a processor. The light projector is configured to project light toward the occupant sitting on the seat. The imaging device is configured to capture an image of the occupant sitting on the seat. The processor is configured to control the light projector and the imaging device to capture the image of the occupant sitting on the seat. In a case where a collision of the vehicle is predicted, the imaging device captures the image at a higher speed than in a normal case where a collision of the vehicle is not predicted.

Vehicle body anti-collision structure

A vehicle body anti-collision structure, which is mounted within a vehicle body covering and used for buffering an impact force applied to a vehicle body, the structure having two buffering frames capable of buffering the applied impact force and a connecting frame, wherein the connecting frame is disposed at the bottom end of the vehicle body and fixed to a chassis of the vehicle body, and the two buffering frames are respectively disposed at the front end and rear end of the vehicle body and are fixed to both ends of the connecting frame. The above-mentioned vehicle body anti-collision structure is of an overall structure, such that when the buffering frames at the front and rear of the vehicle body are impacted, the impact force will be dispersed to the whole vehicle body anti-collision structure and the chassis, instead of being completely withstood by themselves, so that a greater impact force can be withstood, improving the safety of the vehicle body.

PASSENGER PROTECTION APPARATUS

A passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle includes: an inflator configured to generate gas upon receiving a predetermined actuating signal; and an airbag body folded and configured to deploy by supplying the gas from the inflator to the airbag body. The airbag body includes a predetermined area on which adhesive is applied. The predetermined area adheres to an adherend when the airbag body is deployed. An adhesive force of the adhesive is decreased by a predetermined action. 1. A passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle , the apparatus comprising:an inflator configured to generate gas upon receiving a predetermined actuating signal; andan airbag body folded and configured to deploy by supplying the gas from the inflator to the airbag body,the airbag body comprising a predetermined area on which adhesive is applied, the predetermined area adhering to an adherend when the airbag body is deployed,wherein an adhesive force of the adhesive is decreased by a predetermined action after the airbag body is deployed.2. The passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive force of the adhesive is high in a first direction claim 1 , and is low in a second direction.3. The passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein:the adhesive is cured in a planar shape and exerts its adhesive force when the airbag body is deployed; andthe adhesive force is decreased due to a change in a form of the airbag body after the deployment.4. The passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive force of the adhesive is high at a high temperature claim 1 , and is low at a low temperature.5. The passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein a size of the predetermined area is large in one direction and small in the other direction. The present application claims priority from Japanese Patent Application No. 2018-185724 filed on Sep. 28, 2018, and the ...

Advanced weight responsive supplemental restraint and occupant classification system

Advanced supplemental restraint system associated with occupant detection and weight responsive classification system operable for controlling resistance of the supplemental restraint system such that in an accident, an occupant of the vehicle impacts the supplemental restraint system without injury. The supplemental restraint system is associated with a weight-sensing unit mounted to one or more seats positioned between the seat mounting frame and the floor of the vehicle for sensing the weight of a sitting occupant and for classifying the occupant accordingly, a computerized system is configured for calculating an operating weight value corresponding to the classified weight value, and an airbag system is disposed, comprising one or more airbags in association with a deployment unit configured to inflate the airbags with a deployment force and acceleration that is proportionate to the operating weight value when a collision force is sensed above a predetermined collision force value by a collision sensor.

Airbag device for driver's seat

An airbag device for a driver's seat, includes: an inflator; a main body airbag that receives a supply of gas from the inflator and is inflated and expanded at a vehicle rear side of a steering wheel; and an annular airbag that is connected to an outer peripheral portion of a rear surface at a vehicle rear side of the main body airbag, and that receives a supply of gas from the main body airbag and is inflated and expanded from the outer peripheral portion toward a vehicle rear side, and whose inflated and expanded state, as seen from the axial direction rear side of the steering wheel, is formed in an annular shape having an outer diameter that is larger than an outer diameter of the main body airbag and having an inner diameter that is smaller than the outer diameter of the main body airbag.

Airbag apparatus

An airbag apparatus includes an airbag bag body that is inflated and expanded by a gas which is generated from an inflator. The airbag bag body includes an inner bag and an outer bag. The inner bag is inflated and expanded by the gas which is supplied from the inflator. The outer bag covers the inner bag and communicates with the inner bag via a communication hole. The outer bag has a depression part on a lower part of the outer bag in a state of being supplied with the gas through the communication hole from the inner bag and being inflated and expanded.

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR A STOWABLE STEERING COLUMN HAVING A COLLAPSE-LIMITED POSITION

A collapse-limiting assembly for a steering system is provided. The collapse-limiting assembly comprises a housing and a moveable member. A pyrotechnic charge is located in the housing and, in response to an impact event, is caused to fire the moveable member into a discharged position and limit the amount of collapse of a steering column. The steering column includes at least two axially moveable portions that move axially relative to each other between an extended position and a retracted position. When the moveable member is fired into the discharged position, it is located in a travel path of at least one of the axially moveable portions. 1. A collapse-limiting assembly for a steering column , the steering column having at least two axially adjustable portions , the collapse-limiting assembly comprising:a housing for being located near one of the provided axially adjustable portions;a moveable member located within the housing and moveable between a seated position and a discharged position, the seated position at least partially defined by the moveable member being spaced from interference of movement between the provided axially adjustable portions, the discharged position at least partially defined by the moveable member being located in a travel path of at least one of the provided axially adjustable portions to limit axial travel thereof; anda pyrotechnic charge located within the housing for firing the moveable member from the seated position to the discharged position during an impact event.2. The collapse-limiting assembly of claim 1 , wherein the moveable member includes a pin that travels towards a longitudinal axis of the provided steering column when the pin travels towards the discharged position.3. The collapse-limiting assembly of claim 2 , wherein the housing includes a base portion for mounting to at least one of the provided axially adjustable portions.4. The collapse-limiting assembly of claim 3 , wherein the base portion includes a sealing ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TESTING AN AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT

An apparatus for testing a vehicle airbag ECU is provided. The apparatus includes a support plate having a first surface for mounting the airbag ECU and a wheel rotatable about a rotational axis. An input chute is positioned above the wheel and configured to direct an aggregate to the wheel. A motor is connected to a power supply and drivingly connected to the wheel. A controller is programmed to operate the motor and to selectively vary a rotational speed of the motor and the wheel. The wheel is configured to project the aggregate to impact a second surface of the support plate that is opposite the first surface. 1. An apparatus for testing a vehicle airbag ECU , the apparatus comprising:a support plate having a first surface for mounting the airbag ECU;a wheel rotatable about a rotational axis;an input chute positioned above the wheel and configured to direct an aggregate to the wheel;a motor connected to a power supply and drivingly connected to the wheel; anda controller programmed to operate the motor and to selectively vary a rotational speed of the wheel,wherein the wheel is configured to project the aggregate to impact a second surface of the support plate that is opposite the first surface.2. The testing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the wheel is a first wheel and the rotational axis is a first rotational axis claim 1 , and further comprising a second wheel rotatable about a second rotational axis parallel to the first rotational axis and positioned adjacent to the first wheel.3. The testing apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the motor is a first motor claim 2 , and further comprising a second motor connected to the power supply and drivingly connected to the second wheel.4. The testing apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising a second controller programmed to operate the second motor and selectively vary a rotational speed of the second motor and the second wheel to match the rotational speed of the first motor and the first wheel.5. The testing apparatus of ...

AUTOMATIC PASSENGER AIRBAG SWITCH

Techniques described herein include a system and method for switching an airbag on or off based on determining that an object situated in a vehicle seat meets one or more conditions. In some embodiments, the vehicle seat may be fitted with a weight sensor configured to detect an object situated in the vehicle seat. The system may include a camera device configured to capture image information associated with the object situated in the vehicle seat. The image information may be processed to determine if the object is a person meeting one or more threshold conditions for activating the airbag. Upon processing the image information, the airbag may be provided with instructions to either activate or deactivate. 1. An airbag deployment apparatus , comprising:an airbag deployment device configured to deploy an airbag in a collision event;a sensor device configured to detect an object situated in a vehicle seat;an optical sensor having an emitting portion positioned in front of the vehicle seat at a vertical height less than a maximum vertical height of the vehicle seat, the emitting portion of the optical sensor facing the vehicle seat and the optical sensor being configured to detect height information related to the object situated in the vehicle seat, wherein the emitting portion of the optical sensor emits a light beam over the vehicle seat at a height that corresponds to a height threshold, and wherein the light beam is parallel with a base of the vehicle seat; anda processor device configured to activate the airbag deployment device upon determining, from the optical sensor, that the object situated in the vehicle seat obstructs the light beam emitted over the vehicle seat.2. The airbag deployment apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensor device is a pressure sensor.37.-. (canceled)8. A method of activating and deactivating an airbag deployment device claim 1 , comprising:detecting an object situated in a vehicle seat;activating an optical sensor having an emitting ...

Automatic passenger airbag switch

Techniques described herein include a system and method for switching an airbag on or off based on determining that an object situated in a vehicle seat meets one or more conditions. In some embodiments, the vehicle seat may be fitted with a weight sensor configured to detect an object situated in the vehicle seat. The system may include a camera device configured to capture image information associated with the object situated in the vehicle seat. The image information may be processed to determine if the object is a person meeting one or more threshold conditions for activating the airbag. Upon processing the image information, the airbag may be provided with instructions to either activate or deactivate.

CLIP FOR FASTENING A FIRST ELEMENT TO A SECOND ELEMENT

The invention relates to a clip for fastening a first element to a second element, wherein the clip has a top () and a tip () and a first side () and a second side (), wherein the first side () extends from the top () in the direction of the tip (), and the second side () extends from the top () in the direction of the tip (), wherein a first side wall () extends from the first side () in the direction of the second side (), and a second side wall () extends from the second side () in the direction of the first side (), wherein the first side wall () has a first protruding finger (), which overlaps a region of the second side wall (), wherein the first side wall () has a second protruding finger, which overlaps another region of the second side wall (). 1a head and a tip and a first side and a second side, wherein the first side extends from the head in the direction of the tip and the second side extends from the head in the direction of the tip,wherein a first side wall extends from the first side in the direction of the second side,wherein the head has a side surface and a contact surface facing the tip and the side surface of the head merges via a first rounded edge into the head contact surface facing the tip, and the first side merges via a second rounded edge into the first side wall, and the first rounded edge merges via an arched section into the second rounded edge.. A clip for fastening a first element to a second element, the clip comprising: This application is a divisional of U.S. application Ser. No. 16/093,536 filed on Oct. 12, 2018, which is the U.S. National Stage of International Appl. No. PCT/EP2017/000441 filed on Apr. 7, 2017, which claims priority to and all advantages of German Patent Application No. 10 2016 004337.7 filed on Apr. 13, 2016, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.The invention relates to a clip for fastening a first element to a second element. Furthermore the invention relates to a device with a first ...

GPS BASED LEARNED CONTROL EVENT PREDICTION

A global positioning signal based learned control event prediction method and apparatus includes a learning auxiliary module connected to a communication bus of a vehicle. The arrangement stores events and event locations using global positioning signals for a vehicle traveling along a path. When the vehicle travels the same path a second time, the detected events and event locations are determined. When the events match at the same event locations, a predictive action is determined for a future occurrence of the vehicle approaching the event location. Thus, as the vehicle approaches the event location, the predictive action, for example pre-filling of the vehicle brakes or pre-tensioning of the seat belts occurs. 1. A method for identifying and predicting events for a vehicle that routinely drives a known path comprising:determining particular locations of the vehicle along the known path based on global positioning signals;sensing events along the known path with sensors on the vehicle;matching and storing the events for particular locations of the vehicle as determined from the global positioning signals;learning a particular event location from repeated sensing of the same event at the same particular location;determining and storing a predictive action for the vehicle based on the events for the particular event location; andproviding a control signal to begin performance of the predictive action when the vehicle is at least one of a certain time and predetermined distance from the event location.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the predictive action comprises at least one of:a) pre-filling of brakes, b) pre-tensioning of seat belts, c) enabling a stability control to an ON state when the stability control is initially in an OFF state, d) providing a warning to a vehicle operator, e) selecting thresholds and control parameters for a specific terrain, and f) adjusting or modifying a threshold.3. The method according to claim 1 , including the step of ...

HOLLOW WEAVE FABRIC FOR AN AIR BAG AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE SAME

A hollow weave fabric for an air bag in which the periphery of a double-layer hollow weave portion is formed with a seam zone, wherein the warp yarn and the weft yarn forming the base fabric are each a poly(hexamethylene adipamide) fiber having a total size of 150 to 500 dtex, the double-layer hollow weave portion has a fabric weight of 120 to 350 g/mon one side, and the fabric shows a logarithmic decrement of 0.01 to 0.10. 125-. (canceled)26. A method for producing an air bag comprising a hollow weave fabric in which the periphery of a double-layer hollow weave portion is formed with a seam zone , wherein the warp yarn and the weft yarn forming the base fabric are each a poly (hexamethylene adipamide) fiber having a total size of 150 to 500 dtex , the double-layer hollow weave portion has a fabric weight of 120 to 350 g/mon one side and a silicone coating layer formed of a silicone composition , the fabric shows a logarithmic decrement of 0.01 to 0.10 after the silicone coating layer is applied , and the air bag retains 50% or more of an initial internal pressure 8 seconds after expansion and deployment , wherein{'sup': '2', '(1) the silicone coating layer is coated on both outer sides of the double-layer portion, for a coating amount of the silicone composition per outer side of from 35 to 50 g/mas a solid component, wherein'}the silicone coating layer consists of one coating layer,on each of the both outer sides of the double-layer portion, the silicone coating layer is the only silicone coating layer coated thereon,the silicone composition contains an organopolysiloxane with a SiC-bonded vinyl group at a terminal end, andthe organopolysiloxane of the silicone coating layer has a viscosity of 5,000 to 150,000 mPa·s at 25° C., and(2) the silicone coating layer is formed with a floating knife or a roll-on-knife from a dope without a solvent. The present invention relates to a base fabric used for an air bag that is one of the safety devices of vehicles such as ...

Actuator devices and assemblies for automotive safety devices

An actuator device with an actuator cup having a first end and a second end. The actuator cup defines a storage chamber containing a pyrotechnic material to produce gas. The storage chamber also includes a coolant. At least one electrical connection coupled to the first end, the electrical connection in reaction initiating communication with the pyrotechnic material. The second end of the actuator cup includes a concave surface before actuation of the pyrotechnic material and during the actuation of the pyrotechnic material the second end transitions from the concave surface to a convex surface.

AIRBAG DEVICE FOR RIDING TYPE VEHICLE

To be able to compactly dispose an airbag device for a riding type vehicle provided with an airbag deployable upward. 1. An airbag device for a riding type vehicle comprising:an inflator;an airbag adapted to be expanded by gas discharged from the inflator; anda retainer accommodating the airbag, the airbag being deployed upward from an opening of the retainer,wherein the retainer is provided below a meter provided in front of a handle for steering.2. The airbag device for riding type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the opening of the retainer is provided along a side edge portion and a front edge portion of the meter outside the meter in top view.3. The airbag device fora riding type vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein the opening is provided along both the left and right side edge portions of the meter.4. The airbag device for a riding type vehicle according to claim 2 ,wherein the retainer includes an overlapping portion that overlaps the meter in top view facing an upper surface of the meter and an outer portion provided along the side edge portion and the front edge portion of the meter outside the meter, andat least a part of the airbag is accommodated in the overlapping portion.5. The airbag device for a riding type vehicle according to claim 4 , wherein at least a part of the inflator is accommodated in the overlapping portion.6. The airbag device for a riding type vehicle according to claim 4 , wherein the outer portion extends upward beyond the overlapping portion claim 4 , and the opening is provided in an upper surface of the outer portion.7. The airbag device for a riding type vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein a cap member provided along the side edge portion and the front edge portion of the meter covers the opening.8. The airbag device for a riding type vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the meter is disposed in a recessed portion provided above the retainer.9. The airbag device for a riding type vehicle according to claim 3 ,wherein ...

CLIP FOR FASTENIING A FIRST ELEMENT TO A SECOND ELEMENT

The invention relates to a clip for fastening a first element to a second element, wherein the clip has a top () and a tip () and a first side () and a second side (), wherein the first side () extends from the top () in the direction of the tip (), and the second side () extends from the top () in the direction or the tip (), wherein a first side wall () extends from the first side () in the direction of the second side (), and a second side wall () extends from the second side () in the direction or the first side (), wherein the first side wall () has a first protruding linger (), which overlaps a region of the second side wall (), wherein the first side wall () has a second protruding finger, which overlaps another region of the second side wall (). 1. A clip for fastening a first element to a second element , the clip comprising:a head and a tip anda first side and a second side, wherein the first side extends from the head in the direction of the tip and the second side extends from the head in the direction of the tip,wherein a first side wall extends from the first side in the direction of the second side and a second side wall extends from the second side in the direction of the first side,wherein the first side wall comprises a first protruding finger which overlaps an area of the second side wall, andwherein the first side wall comprises a second protruding finger which overlaps an area of the second side wall.2. The clip according to claim 1 , wherein the first side wall comprises a flat base body and that the first protruding finger is constructed to be aligned with the base body.3. The clip according to claim 1 , wherein the second side wall has a receptacle for receiving the first protruding finger.4. The clip according to claim 1 , wherein the first side wall comprises a flat base body and that the second protruding finger comprises a bent section which is bent outward or inward.5. The clip according to claim 1 , wherein the second side wall ...

SAFE MOTORBIKE

The present invention relates to a three-wheel monocoque motorbike-type vehicle designed to increase the survival of persons (users or pedestrians) in the event of an accident. The vehicle is characterized by its inverted-tricycle configuration and is provided with: a monocoque chassis () to protect the users from injury in the event of accidents; safety seats provided with retaining systems () and mechanical detachment () from the chassis of the vehicle to prevent the direct transmission of energy from collisions; and systems for absorbing the energy of impact in order to protect the users () and pedestrians (). 11456789. A motorcycle monocoque vehicle characterized by a reverse trike configuration and is composed of a monocoque chassis , where both the chassis and the cabin are composed of a single piece () , which has one or more active and passive impact energy absorption systems () () () () , and one or two seats with occupant retention systems () , mechanically decoupled () from the chassis.21. Motorcycle monocoque vehicle according to claim 1 , characterized by being composed of a monocoque chassis-type metal structure where both the chassis and the cabin are composed of a single piece () claim 1 , which has reinforcements throughout its structure to prevent deformations affecting the cabin in the event of collision or overturning.354. Motorcycle monocoque vehicle according to claim 1 , characterized by having one or more passive impact energy absorption systems on both the front () and back and sides (). Such impact energy absorption systems are in turn composed of one or more layers of materials with inherent impact energy absorption capacity.489. Motorcycle monocoque vehicle according to claim 1 , characterized by having one or two seats with retention system () which are mechanically decoupled from the chassis by elastic couplings () claim 1 , each seat has a clamping or retention system that can be of the seat belt type or roller coaster type.576. ...

Crash protection system

A crash protection system includes a base connectable to a support on an open vehicle or an animal. The base includes a front airbag module arranged proximate a front end of the base and a rear airbag module arranged proximate a rear end of the base. The front airbag module has a front airbag, and the rear airbag module has a rear airbag. The system further includes a belt system having a first belt connectable around a waist of a rider and at least one strap connecting the first belt to the base. A control system includes sensors that are monitored to determine whether a crash situation is present and the control system actuates the front airbag module and the rear airbag module and releases the base from the support when the crash situation is present.

VEHICLE SEAT WITH SIDE AIRBAG AND SIDE BOLSTER ADJUSTMENT

A vehicle seat is provided that has two side bolsters and a central seat part arranged between the latter. Further provided are adjusting devices for adjusting the side bolsters on the sides facing the central seat part. A side airbag is integrated into one side bolster of the side bolsters, on its side facing away from the central seat part. A non-elastic seat cover is provided for this side bolster. The seat cover has an airbag seam. The seat cover is elastically attached in the area of an end facing away from the side airbag. 114-. (canceled)15. A vehicle seat with two side bolsters and a central seat part arranged between the side bolsters , adjusting devices for adjusting the side bolsters on sides of the side bolsters facing the central seat part , a side airbag , which is integrated into one of the side bolsters on a side facing away from the central seat part , and a non-elastic seat cover for this side bolster , wherein the seat cover has an airbag seam , and the seat cover is elastically attached in the area of an end facing away from the side airbag.16. The vehicle scat according to claim 15 , wherein the seat cover is elastically attached in the area of the central seat part and the side bolster.17. The vehicle seat according to claim 16 , wherein a gap is formed between the central seat part and the side holster claim 16 , and the seat cover is elastically attached in the area of the gap.18. The vehicle seat according to claim 15 , wherein the elastic attachment comprises an elastic fabric claim 15 , which is joined with the non-elastic seat cover and is further mounted in the seat structure.19. The vehicle seat according to claim 18 , wherein the seat structure is joined with one of a holder and hook ring claim 18 , to which the elastic fabric is attached.20. The vehicle seat according to one of claims 15 , wherein the non-elastic seat cover has a first cover part and second cover part.21. The vehicle seat according to claim 20 , wherein the first ...

Seat with deployable plastic beam

A beam module for a vehicle seat is mounted at a front of a seat, on top of a seat pan and underneath a seat cushion. The module includes a molded plastic beam. The module has a first shape substantially flush with the seat pan and a second shape projecting above the seat pan. The molded plastic beam has a mounting flange with a forward portion and a second portion. The molded plastic beam is inflatable. When inflated, the molded plastic beam assumes its second shape with the seat cushion being correspondingly displaced and deformed to raise the seat cushion when a frontal impact is detected.

SEAT OCCUPANCY DETERMINATION DEVICE

A seat occupancy determination device includes first and second load sensors, a seatbelt attachment detection device, a vehicle motion determination portion, and a seat occupancy determination logic portion configured to determine a state of a vehicle seat whether the vehicle seat is in a child-safety-seat fixed state, in an adult-passenger seated state, and in a no passenger state; the seat occupancy determination logic portion including a stopped-state seat occupancy determination logic portion and a motion-state seat occupancy determination logic portion each being set with an availability of transition from a first state to a second state of the three states and the transition conditions from the first state to a second state of the three states individually in order to transition a determination of the state of the vehicle seat precisely when the vehicle is in the stopped state and when the vehicle is in motion, respectively. 1. A seat occupancy determination device , comprising:a first load sensor configured to be placed at a bottom front portion of one of sides of a vehicle seat in a vehicle width direction, the first load sensor detecting a part of a load applied to the vehicle seat;a second load sensor configured to be placed at a bottom rear portion of the one of the sides of the vehicle seat, the one of the sides where the first load sensor is placed, the second load sensor placed to be spaced apart from the first load sensor, the second load sensor detecting a part of the load applied to the vehicle seat;a seatbelt attachment detection device configured to detect an engagement and disengagement of a tongue plate and a buckle of a seatbelt;a total load value calculation portion calculating a total load value of a first load value detected by the first load sensor and a second load value detected by the second load sensor;a vehicle motion determination portion configured to determine whether a vehicle is in a stopped state or in motion in response to a ...

AIRBAG AND AIRBAG APPARATUS

An airbag includes an airbag body formed by joining front and rear panels, an inlet of pressurized fluid, a vent hole communicating inside and outside of the airbag body, a regulation portion regulating discharge of the pressurized fluid from the vent hole and a coupling portion temporarily joining the front and rear panels. The inlet and the vent hole are formed on the rear panel. The regulation portion includes a connecting member, a vent hole cover and a link member. The connecting member regulates a thickness of the airbag body in the inflated state. The vent hole cover covers the vent hole and has one end portion supported by the rear panel and the other end portion joined to the coupling portion. The link member has one end portion joined to the vent hole cover and the other end portion joined to the connecting member. 1. An airbag comprising:an airbag body that is formed in a bag shape by joining a peripheral edge of a passenger-facing surface facing a passenger in an inflated state and a peripheral edge of a passenger-opposite surface opposite to the passenger-facing surface in the inflated state;an inlet of pressurized fluid that is formed on the passenger-opposite surface;a vent hole that is formed on the passenger-opposite surface and that is configured to communicate inside and outside of the airbag body;a regulation portion that is provided inside of the airbag body and that is configured to regulate discharge of the pressurized fluid from the vent hole; anda coupling portion that is configured to temporarily join the passenger-facing surface and the passenger-opposite surface and that is breakable, a connecting member that is configured to regulate a thickness of the airbag body in the inflated state;', 'a vent hole cover that is configured to cover the vent hole and that has one end portion which is supported by the passenger-opposite surface and the other end portion which is joined to the coupling portion; and', 'a link member that has one end ...

APPARATUS FOR PROTECTING PASSENGER IN VEHICLE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

An apparatus for protecting a passenger in a vehicle and a control method thereof. The apparatus includes a collision detection unit that detects a predicted collision state and a collision state of a vehicle; a seat belt driving unit that adjusts tension of a seat belt according to an operation mode; an airbag driving unit that deploys each of a plurality of airbags according to a driving signal; a capturing unit that captures images of an interior of the vehicle; an image processing unit that extracts passenger information by processing images inputted from the capturing unit; and a control unit that recognizes a passenger type and a seating position based on the passenger information, operates the seat belt driving unit by setting the operation mode, adjusts deployment time points of the plurality of airbags, and outputs the driving signal to the airbag driving unit. 1. An apparatus for protecting a passenger in a vehicle , the apparatus comprising:a collision detection unit that detects a predicted collision state and a collision state of a vehicle;a seat belt driving unit that adjusts tension of a seat belt according to an operation mode;an airbag driving unit that deploys each of a plurality of airbags according to a driving signal;a capturing unit that captures images of an interior of the vehicle;an image processing unit that extracts passenger information by processing an image, which is inputted from the capturing unit, based on deep learning; anda control unit that recognizes a passenger type and a seating position based on the passenger information extracted by the image processing unit, operates the seat belt driving unit by setting the operation mode on the basis of the seating position when the predicted collision state is inputted from the collision detection unit, adjusts deployment time points of the plurality of airbags according to the collision state, an initial passenger position, the passenger type, and the seating position, and outputs the ...

Method for securing an interior of a motor vehicle

A position of a mobile terminal in the interior of a motor vehicle is sensed by a sensor device. The sensed position is taken as a basis for a control device of the motor vehicle to ascertain whether the mobile terminal adopts a position within a predetermined safety area to be kept clear between a predetermined interior equipment component of the motor vehicle, for example an airbag, and a user of the motor vehicle. When such a position within the safety area is adopted or exists, prevention of use of the mobile terminal within the safety area is brought about by a safety check device. In this case, a restraining device can return or restrain the mobile terminal from the safety area, for example.

AIRBAG APPARATUS

An airbag apparatus has an airbag formed by sewing fabric portions together at peripheries thereof. A periphery sewn portion of the airbag has two terminals separated from each other. The terminals are formed by leaving sections of the peripheries of the fabric portions unsewn. A surrounding sewn portion is formed about each terminal of the periphery sewn portion. The airbag has a vent hole between the terminals. The opening of the vent hole is defined by vent hole defining sections, each of which is in one of the surrounding sewn portions. Position determining portions are provided in the margin of the airbag. Each surrounding sewn portion is formed in place with reference to the corresponding position determining portion. Each position determining portion is located father from the vent hole in the circumferential direction of the margin than the vent hole defining section of the corresponding surrounding sewn portion. 1. An airbag apparatus comprising an airbag that is formed into a bag shape by sewing a plurality of fabric portions together at peripheries thereof , wherein the airbag includes:a periphery sewn portion formed by the sewing;a margin located outward of the periphery sewn portion; andan inflation portion surrounded by the periphery sewn portion, whereinthe inflation portion is adapted to be inflated by being supplied with inflation gas and has a center,the periphery sewn portion has two terminals separated from each other, and the terminals are formed by leaving sections of the peripheries of the fabric portions unsewn,the airbag further includes:a pair of surrounding sewn portions, each of which is formed by sewing parts of the fabric portions that surround one of the terminals of the periphery sewn portion;a vent hole located between the terminals of the periphery sewn portion, wherein the vent hole has an opening that allows inflation gas from inside the inflation portion to be discharged, and the opening is defined by vent hole defining sections, ...

Methods and devices for restraining airbags

Devices for restraining deploying airbags are disclosed, along with methods for using, making and refurbishing such devices. The devices and methods are designed to improve the safety of individuals in the vicinity of undeployed airbags, in particular, when there is a chance that the airbag may deploy unexpectedly. Unexpected airbag deployment can occur when the airbag deployment system is compromised, for example, by an accident such as an automobile collision.

Apparatus for sensing forward collision

An apparatus for sensing a forward collision may include: a front end module (FEM) upper side member having a first end combined with a FEM upper member and a second end formed to extend toward a fender; a FEM vertical member having a first end combined with a front side member combined along a length direction of a vehicle from a first end portion of the FEM upper member and a second end combined with the FEM upper member; and a front impact sensor (FIS) configured to sense an impact being applied from a front of the vehicle. In particular, the FEM upper side member and the FEM vertical member are combined to overlap the FEM upper member.

APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING A SEAT OCCUPANCY

A seating determination apparatus includes a transition processing unit configured to make a transition of the state between a first seating determination state in which an airbag apparatus is brought into an operation-permitted state and the second seating determination state in which the airbag apparatus is in the operation-prohibited state when a transition condition on the basis of a magnitude relationship between a seat load and a preset threshold value is satisfied, and configured to prohibit the transition of the state between the first seating determination state and the second eating determination state when the direction of variation of the seat load is determined to have inverted before a predetermined time set in advance has elapsed from a time point when the transition condition is satisfied. 1. A seating determination apparatus comprising:a load detector configured to be arranged below a vehicle seat having a movable member movable in a movable range which may interfere with an interior member arranged in a vehicle cabin and configured to detect a load applied from the vehicle seat;a seat load deriving unit configured to derive a seat load acting on the vehicle seat on the basis of a load detected by the load detector; anda transition processing unit configured to make a transition of the state between a first seating determination state in which an airbag apparatus mounted on a vehicle is brought into an operation-permitted state and the second seating determination state in which the airbag apparatus is in the operation-prohibited state when a transition condition on the basis of a magnitude relationship between the seat load and a preset threshold value is satisfied, and configured to prohibit the transition of the state between the first seating determination state and the second seating determination state when the direction of variation of the seat load is determined to have inverted before a predetermined time set in advance has elapsed from a ...

Safety System for a Motor Bike and Method for Triggering a Safety System

A safety system for a motor bike includes an evaluation and control unit which receives crash-relevant information from at least one sensor unit and evaluates it for the purpose of detecting a crash, and in response to a detected crash, the evaluation and control unit activates at least one external safety component and/or at least one internal safety component using a triggering concept. The evaluation and control unit receives presence signals from the at least one external safety component and/or the at least one internal safety component and evaluates the received signals in order to detect the safety components currently available. The evaluation and control unit selects the triggering concept as a function of the detected safety components currently available.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS HAVING EXTENDING RESTRAINTS, AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Various embodiments of vehicle occupant safety systems having extendable restraints for use with, for example, airbags are described herein. In one embodiment, for example, the disclosed technology includes a 2-point occupant restraint that secures an occupant in an aircraft seat. In this embodiment, the aircraft seat is positioned in a seating area that includes a forward monument housing a stowed airbag. In the event of a crash or other significant dynamic event that causes, for example, a rapid deceleration of the aircraft above a preset magnitude, the airbag deploys between the occupant and the monument as the dynamic forces cause the occupant to pitch forward. The forward momentum of the occupant's body creates a significant tension load in the 2-point restraint, which causes the restraint to extend by a preset amount, thereby allowing the occupant to move forward in the seat more than the occupant would have moved had the occupant been wearing a conventional, non-extending 2-point restraint. Although the occupant is allowed to move forward, the occupant remains secured to the extended restraint by means of non-extending webbing that is secured around the waist of the occupant. Allowing the occupant to move forward in this manner enables the occupant's upper torso to impact the airbag at a reduced or otherwise more favorable angle. This can reduce both the speed and the angle at which the occupant's head impacts the airbag, thereby reducing the likelihood of injury. 1. A seating area in an aircraft , the seating area comprising:a seat for an occupant;an object positioned generally forward of the seat; anda restraint configured to be fastened around the occupant's body to secure the occupant in the seat, wherein the restraint includes at least one extension feature configured to allow the occupant's body to move toward the object before impacting the object in response to a dynamic event.2. The seating area of wherein the extension feature enables the restraint ...

Door-mounted airbag assembly

A door assembly for a vehicle includes a door, an inflator mounted to the door, and a passive restraint. The passive restraint has a first airbag chamber and a second airbag chamber. The first airbag chamber is in communication with the inflator and is inflatable from an uninflated position to an inflated position. The second airbag chamber is in communication with the inflator and is inflatable from an uninflated position to an inflated position. The first airbag chamber in the inflated position extends transverse to the second airbag chamber in the inflated position.

Method of determining an accident time parameter for evaluating an accident situation in a motor vehicle

A method of determining an accident time parameter for evaluating an accident situation of a motor vehicle, including a) determining at least two of the following values: (i) a current value of a measured acceleration, (ii) a first integral of the measured acceleration, or (iii) a second integral of the measured acceleration, and b) determining an accident time parameter from the at least two values determined in step a).

METHOD FOR PRODUCING STEEL TUBE FOR AIR BAG

A method for producing a steel tube of high strength and toughness for air bag subjects a steel tube to high-frequency induction heating such that the outer surface temperature T1 (° C.) of the tube measured at the end of high-frequency induction heating is within the range defined by TAc3+40° C.≦T1≦1100° C., TAc3 is the temperature (° C.) of Actransformation point. Using the measured outer surface temperature of the tube, time x (second) elapsed from when the outer surface temperature of steel tube reaches the temperature of Actransformation point by high-frequency induction heating is calculated. Based on the calculated time x, time t (second) required from measurement of the outer surface temperature of steel tube to the start of rapid cooling is controlled so that the time t is within the range defined by 0 (sec) Подробнее

Airbag sensor module and car body integrated with airbag sensor module

The present invention relates to an airbag sensor module which detects the amount of deformation of a car body so as to detect a collision during a car collision and which is attached to the car body in an adhesive manner, and the car body which is integrated with the airbag sensor module. One embodiment of the present application discloses the airbag sensor module mounted in an adhesive manner, comprising: a main substrate which is attached to the car body in an adhesive manner; and a collision detection sensor section which is formed on the main substrate, and which detects whether the car body collides by including a strain sensor for measuring the amount of deformation by being deformed along with the deformation of the car body caused by a collision thereof.

Tethered Fastener Apparatus and Method

A tether fastening device for an automobile body structure includes a fastener clip, at least one tether strap, a tether clip bracket, a clip strap coupler, and a bracket strap coupler. The clip strap coupler operably couples to a slot in the automobile chassis. The tether clip bracket attaches to the fastener clip when in an attached position. The bracket strap coupler is attached to the body panel. 1. A tether fastening device for a body panel in an automobile comprising:a fastener clip detachably coupled to the automobile; anda multi-strand reinforced strap having a first end and a second end coupled to the body panel, such that the strap is coupled to the fastener clip in between the first end and second end.2. The tether fastening device of wherein the body panel further comprises: a tether clip bracket detachably coupled to the fastener clip.3. The tether fastening device of wherein the body panel further comprises: a body panel bracket attached to the tether clip bracket; and a body piece coupled to the body panel bracket.4. The tether fastening device of wherein the body panel attaches to the body panel bracket with at least one of: glue claim 3 , rivets claim 3 , screws claim 3 , clips claim 3 , pins and snaps claim 3 , clamp.5. The tether fastening device of wherein the first end and the second end of the strap are coupled to the body panel to form a continuous strap loop.6. The tether fastening device of further comprising a tether clip bracket detachably coupled to the body panel wherein the tether clip bracket further includes a tether hook for attachment to the strap.7. The tether fastening device of wherein the fastener clip further includes a tether hook for attachment to the strap.8. The tether fastening device of wherein the strap includes at least one of: a nylon strap claim 1 , a nylon mesh claim 1 , a rope claim 1 , a rubber strap claim 1 , a cloth strap claim 1 , a plastic strap claim 1 , a metal strap claim 1 , a steel strap claim 1 , an ...

Activation control device for occupant protection device

An activation control device for at least one occupant protection device is applied to a vehicle including occupant protection devices. The activation control device includes a front left sensor, a front right sensor and an activation control unit. The front left sensor is configured to detect an acceleration in a vehicle widthwise direction, and the front right sensor is configured to detect an acceleration in the vehicle widthwise direction. The activation control unit is configured to calculate a movement amount of the front left sensor in the vehicle widthwise direction based on GLy, calculate a movement amount of the front right sensor in the vehicle widthwise direction based on GRy, and determine to which region out of regions each defined in advance for each collision form a point defined by those movement amounts belongs, thereby specifying a collision form.

Vehicle airbag firing control system and airbag firing control method using the same

An airbag firing control system may include an inertial measurement unit (IMU) including a low gravity (G) sensor configured to detect a longitudinal acceleration (ax), a filter configured to convert a first signal detection range of the low G sensor into a second signal detection range and to filter converted output of the low G sensor to generate a first output signal, and an adjuster configured to perform zero-point adjustment on the first output signal transmitted through the filter, and a microcomputer configured to use the first output signal for firing safing when the first output signal satisfies a safing condition as a performing result of the adjuster.

PASSENGER PROTECTION APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE

A passenger protection apparatus includes a detector, an adjuster, a controller, and a setting unit. The detector is configured to detect an environmental condition outside a vehicle; 1. A passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle , the apparatus comprising:a detector configured to detect an environmental condition outside a vehicle;an adjuster configured to be able to correct a sitting posture of a passenger to sit on a seat in a proper position;a controller configured to control actuation of the adjuster; anda setting unit configured to set a time frame divided into a plurality of frames until a predicted collision between an own vehicle and an object outside the vehicle, based on a result of detection by the detector,wherein the controller controls the actuation of the adjuster to correct the sitting posture of the passenger in a correction frame at least contained in the time frame.2. The passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein:the correction frame contains a plurality of frames to correct the sitting posture of the passenger to a different posture; andthe controller controls the actuation of the adjuster in a plurality of steps in the plurality of frames.3. The passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein:the adjuster can restrain the passenger on the seat; andthe setting unit sets a restraint frame of the time frame to restrain the passenger on the seat, and sets the correction frame before the restraint frame, the correction frame being adjacent to the restraint frame.4. The passenger protection apparatus for a vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein:the adjuster includes a reversible member being able to be actuated multiple times, and an irreversible member being able to be actuated only one time; andthe controller controls actuation of the reversible member in the correction frame, and controls actuation of the irreversible member in the restraint frame.5. The passenger protection ...

CURTAIN AIRBAG FOR VEHICLE

A curtain airbag for a vehicle may include a curtain airbag cushion, a first folding portion formed from an indoor side to a window side of the curtain airbag cushion, at a predetermined distance rearward from a front end of the curtain airbag cushion, a second folding portion formed from the indoor side to the window side of the cushion airbag at a predetermined distance rearward from the first folding portion, a panel tether connecting the first folding portion and the second folding portion to each other on the window side of the curtain airbag cushion, the panel tether being shorter than a length of the window side of the curtain airbag cushion between the first folding portion and the second folding portion, and a protruding portion protruding inward between the first folding portion and the second folding portion of the curtain airbag cushion by tension of the panel tether. 1. A curtain airbag for a vehicle , comprising:a curtain airbag cushion;a first folding portion formed from an indoor side to a window side of the curtain airbag cushion, and at a predetermined distance rearward from a front end of the curtain airbag cushion;a second folding portion formed from the indoor side to the window side of the cushion airbag at a predetermined distance rearward from the first folding portion;a panel tether connecting the first folding portion and the second folding portion on the window side of the curtain airbag cushion, the panel tether being shorter than a length of the window side of the curtain airbag cushion between the first folding portion and the second folding portion; anda protruding portion protruding inward between the first folding portion and the second folding portion of the curtain airbag cushion by tension of the panel tether, when the curtain airbag cushion is deployed.2. The curtain airbag of claim 1 , wherein the first folding portion and the second folding portion are inclinedly oriented with upper ends thereof inclined rearward.3. The curtain ...

OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM

An occupant position detection system includes an imaging device configured to capture an image of an occupant seated on a seat provided in an interior of a vehicle, a sensor provided on the seat, a first calculating unit configured to calculate a first position of the occupant from the image captured by the imaging device, a second calculating unit configured to calculate a second position of the occupant from a detection result of the sensor, an occupant position calculating unit configured to calculate an occupant position by fusing the first position and the second position, and an output unit configured to output information on the occupant position calculated by the occupant position calculating unit, to a safety device. 1. An occupant position detection system , comprising:an imaging device configured to capture an image of an occupant seated on a seat provided in an interior of a vehicle;a sensor provided on the seat;a first calculating unit configured to calculate a first position of the occupant from the image captured by the imaging device;a second calculating unit configured to calculate a second position of the occupant from a detection result of the sensor;an occupant position calculating unit configured to calculate an occupant position by fusing the first position and the second position; andan output unit configured to output information on the occupant position calculated by the occupant position calculating unit, to a safety device.2. The occupant position detection system according to claim 1 , wherein the occupant position calculating unit is configured to calculate a position by fusing the first position and the second position claim 1 , by linear combination using a minimum means square error method claim 1 , and calculate the occupant position by applying a Kalman filter to a result of calculation.3. The occupant position detection system according to claim 1 , wherein the first calculating unit includes a neural network that receives the ...

OCCUPANT PROTECTION CONTROL SYSTEM, STORAGE MEDIUM STORING PROGRAM, AND VEHICLE

An occupant protection control system that includes: a crash sensing component that senses an occurrence of a crash of a vehicle, including a crash type; a detecting component that detects a current seat state, of a seat whose state can be changed from a normal state; plural types of occupant protection devices that are disposed according to crash type and protect, according to crash type, an occupant seated in the seat; and a control component that, on the basis of a detection result of the detecting component and a sensing result of the crash sensing component, controls the plural types of occupant protection devices in such a way that, among the plural types of occupant protection devices, the control component operates occupant protection devices that are necessary to protect the occupant and prohibits operation of occupant protection devices that are not necessary to protect the occupant. 1. An occupant protection control system comprising:a crash sensing component that senses an occurrence of a crash of a vehicle, including a crash type;a detecting component that detects a current seat state, including a predetermined normal state, of a seat whose state can be changed from the normal state;plural types of occupant protection devices that are disposed according to crash type and protect, according to crash type, an occupant seated in the seat; anda control component that, on the basis of a detection result of the detecting component and a sensing result of the crash sensing component, controls the plural types of occupant protection devices in such a way that, among the plural types of occupant protection devices, the control component operates occupant protection devices that are necessary to protect the occupant and prohibits operation of occupant protection devices that are not necessary to protect the occupant.2. The occupant protection control system according to claim 1 , wherein:whether or not operation of each of the plural types of occupant protection ...

OCCUPANT DETECTION APPARATUS

An occupant detection apparatus includes a first camera and a second camera. The first camera is arranged in a passenger compartment of a vehicle to capture images within a first field of view in the passenger compartment. The second camera is arranged at a different position in the passenger compartment from the first camera to capture images within a second field of view in the passenger compartment. The second field of view is different from the first field of view. Moreover, the first camera is arranged within the second field of view which is the field of view of the second camera. On the other hand, the second camera is arranged within the first field of view which is the field of view of the first camera. 1. An occupant detection apparatus comprising:a first camera arranged in a passenger compartment of a vehicle to capture images within a first field of view in the passenger compartment; anda second camera arranged at a different position in the passenger compartment from the first camera to capture images within a second field of view in the passenger compartment, the second field of view being different from the first field of view,whereinthe first camera is arranged within the second field of view which is a field of view of the second camera, andthe second camera is arranged within the first field of view which is a field of view of the first camera.2. The occupant detection apparatus as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the first camera is arranged in a front part of the passenger compartment in a longitudinal direction of the vehicle to have a front seat and part of a rear seat of the vehicle included in the first field of view claim 1 , andthe second camera is arranged above the rear seat and on a rear side of the first camera in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle to have a seat base of the rear seat included in the second field of view.3. The occupant detection apparatus as set forth in claim 1 , further comprising:a first lighting device ...

REMOVABLE STEERING-WHEEL ASSEMBLY FOR AN AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE

A steering-wheel assembly includes an actuator, an actuator controller, a steering wheel, an attachment, and a data connector (referred to hereinafter as a first data connector). The actuator controller includes a processor and a memory and is communicatively coupled to the actuator. The steering wheel is rotatably coupled to the actuator. The attachment is coupled to the actuator. The first data connector is mounted on the attachment and in communication with the actuator controller. The actuator controller is programmed to instruct the actuator to rotate the steering wheel based on steering-wheel control data provided via the first data connector.

IMPACT ABSORBING SYSTEM

An impact absorbing system includes a vehicle floor, a rocker, and a reinforcement member. The rocker is disposed below the vehicle floor. The reinforcement member is supported on the rocker. The reinforcement member is deployable from an undeployed position beneath the vehicle floor to a deployed position above the vehicle floor. 1. An impact absorbing system comprising:a vehicle floor;a rocker disposed below the vehicle floor; anda reinforcement member supported on the rocker and deployable from an undeployed position beneath the vehicle floor to a deployed position above the vehicle floor.2. The impact absorbing system of claim 1 , further comprising an airbag disposed beneath the reinforcement member and inflatable to an inflated position.3. The impact absorbing system of claim 2 , wherein the airbag is positioned to move the reinforcement member to the deployed position when the airbag inflates to the inflated position.4. The impact absorbing system of claim 1 , further comprising a second reinforcement member supported by the rocker and deployable from an undeployed position beneath the vehicle floor to a deployed position above the vehicle floor.5. The impact absorbing system of claim 4 , further comprising a slider fixed to the reinforcement member claim 4 , wherein the second reinforcement member includes a slot and the slider is slidably connected to the slot.6. The impact absorbing system of claim 4 , wherein the second reinforcement member is telescopically received in the reinforcement member in the undeployed position.7. The impact absorbing system of claim 6 , wherein the reinforcement member has a chamber tapering from a first end to a second end claim 6 , and wherein the second reinforcement member telescopically extends from the second end in the deployed position.8. The impact absorbing system of claim 6 , further comprising a third reinforcement member telescopically received in the second reinforcement member in the undeployed position.9. The ...

CLOSE-IN COLLISION DETECTION COMBINING HIGH SAMPLE RATE NEAR-FIELD SENSORS WITH ADVANCED REAL-TIME PARALLEL PROCESSING TO ACCURATELY DETERMINE IMMINENT THREATS AND LIKELIHOOD OF A COLLISION

A vehicle safety system performs close-in incipient collision detection that combines high sample rate near-field sensors with advanced real-time processing to accurately determine imminent threats and the likelihood of a collision before a collision occurs. This allows applicable countermeasures to be deployed based upon the probability of a collision, while also taking into account the type of threat and the impending impact's location on the vehicle. This radically new approach will soon transform the passive safety market to greatly reduce injuries from automotive crashes and save lives. 1. A system comprising:a sensor that senses an object;a processor operatively coupled to the sensor that determines, in response to object sensing, an imminent collision with the sensed object before the collision occurs; anda countermeasure operatively coupled to the processor, the processor controlling the countermeasure to deploy in response to determining the imminent collision.2. The system of wherein the sensor comprises a non-contact sensor.3. The system of wherein the processor determines an imminent collision during a time window within the range of 250 milliseconds claim 1 , 200 milliseconds claim 1 , 150 milliseconds claim 1 , 100 milliseconds and/or 50 milliseconds before a collision occurs.4. The system of wherein the countermeasure comprises an air bag.5. The system of wherein the sensor comprises a time-of-flight sensor.6. The system of wherein the sensor senses parameters relating to the range claim 1 , rate of closing and direction of closing of the object.7. The system of wherein the sensor is disposed on a moving object.8. The system of wherein the sensor is disposed on a stationary object.9. The system of wherein the processor determines imminent collision once the collision is unavoidable and highly probable.10. The system of wherein the processor tracks the sensed object as it closes.11. The system of further including a collision detector claim 1 , and ...

VEHICLE OCCUPANT PROTECTION DEVICE

A vehicle occupant protection device includes a seat belt device having a variable force limiter mechanism that can change a force limiter load that an occupant who is sitting on a vehicle seat receives from a seat belt at a time of a frontal collision of a vehicle, an airbag device that deploys an airbag toward the front of the occupant at the time of the frontal collision, a seating position detection unit that detects a seating position at which the occupant is seated, and a control unit that reduces the force limiter load if, compared to a case in which the occupant is positioned within a standard seating region, the seating position of the occupant detected by the seating position detection unit is further toward a vehicle rear than the standard seating region and is within an airbag protection region in which the occupant is protected by the airbag. 1. A vehicle occupant protection device , comprising:a seat belt device having a variable force limiter mechanism that is capable of changing a force limiter load that an occupant who is sitting on a vehicle seat receives from a seat belt at a time of a frontal collision of a vehicle;an airbag device that deploys an airbag in front of the occupant at the time of the frontal collision;a seating position detection unit that detects a seating position of the occupant; anda control unit that reduces the force limiter load if, compared to a case in which the occupant is positioned within a standard seating region, the seating position of the occupant detected by the seating position detection unit is further toward a vehicle rear than the standard seating region and is within an airbag protection region in which the occupant is protected by the airbag.2. The vehicle occupant protection device according to claim 1 , wherein:the vehicle is an autonomous driving vehicle that is capable of switching between automatic driving and manual driving;the occupant is a driver of the autonomous driving vehicle; andthe control unit ...

ROTARY CONNECTOR DEVICE

Provided is a rotary connector device capable of improving the reliability of electric connection. A rotary connector device () includes a stator (), a rotator () rotatably attached to the stator (), and a flexible flat cable group () housed capably of being wound and rewound in an annular space (S) formed between the stator () and the rotator () around an axis line (x). The FFC group () includes a first FFC () wound on the inner peripheral side of the annular space (S), and a second FFC () wound on the outer peripheral side with respect to the first FFC (), having a length in the annular space (S) longer than that of the first FFC (). The second FFC () includes both conductors (-to -) constituting an airbag circuit and a conductor (-) constituting a horn circuit. 1. A rotary connector device comprising:a stator;a rotator rotatably connected to the stator; anda flexible flat cable group housed capably of being wound and rewound in an annular space between the stator and the rotator,the flexible flat cable group includinga first flexible flat cable wound on an inner peripheral side of the annular space; anda second flexible flat cable wound on an outer peripheral side with respect to the first flexible flat cable, having a length in the annular space longer than that of the first flexible flat cable, the second flexible flat cable including bothfirst conductors constituting an airbag circuit; anda second conductor constituting a horn circuit.2. The rotary connector device according to claim 1 , whereinthe second flexible flat cable includes the first conductors constituting the airbag circuit and the second conductor constituting the horn circuit, the first conductors and the second conductors being arranged side by side; andthe first conductors and the second conductor are arranged at a width-direction center portion of the second flexible flat cable.3. The rotary connector device according to claim 2 , wherein the second flexible flat cable includes at least ...

IMPACT DETERMINATION METHOD, IMPACT DETERMINATION DEVICE, NON-TRANSITORY STORAGE MEDIUM ON WHICH IMPACT DETERMINATION PROGRAM IS RECORDED, IMPACT DATA EXTRACTION METHOD, IMPACT DATA EXTRACTION DEVICE, AND NON-TRANSITORY STORAGE MEDIUM ON WHICH IMPACT DATA EXTRACTION PROGRAM IS RECORDED

An impact determination method includes: acquiring, by an computer, a vehicle position; acquiring, by the computer, an acceleration of the vehicle; determining, by the computer, whether or not an impact is applied to the vehicle by determining the acceleration using a different threshold corresponding to the vehicle position; and outputting a signal representing a determination. 1. An impact determination method comprising:acquiring, by an computer, a vehicle position;acquiring, by the computer, an acceleration of the vehicle;determining, by the computer, whether or not an impact is applied to the vehicle by determining the acceleration using a different threshold corresponding to the vehicle position; andoutputting a signal representing a determination..2. The impact determination method according to claim 1 , further comprising determining claim 1 , by the computer claim 1 , whether the vehicle position is a first position or a second position claim 1 , determining, by the computer, whether or not the impact is applied to the vehicle by comparing the acceleration with a first determination threshold when a determination that the vehicle position is the first position is made, and', 'determining, by the computer, whether or not the impact is applied to the vehicle by comparing the acceleration with a second determination threshold higher than the first determination threshold when a determination that the vehicle position is the second position is made., 'wherein the determining whether or not the impact is applied to the vehicle includes'}3. The impact determination method according to claim 1 , further comprising executing claim 1 , by the computer claim 1 , when a determination that the impact is applied to the vehicle is made claim 1 , a control to deploy an airbag.4. The impact determination method according to claim 1 , further comprising executing claim 1 , by the computer claim 1 , when a determination that the impact is applied to the vehicle is made claim ...

SURFACE MOUNT INITIATORS

An initiator assembly includes an SMI assembly board onto which at least a first and a second initiator are surface mounted. The first and second initiators each include a respective surface mount initiator board with which a respective igniter element is respectively mounted. Corresponding multi-initiator assemblies for automotive airbag inflator devices as well as automotive airbag inflator device combinations are also provided. 1. An initiator assembly comprising:an SMI assembly board onto which at least a first and a second initiator are surface mounted, the first initiator comprising;a first container closed by a first solid body, the first container containing a supply of a first igniter material;a first igniter element disposed within the first container, upon actuation, the first igniter element in reaction initiating communication with the first igniter material;a first surface mount initiator board disposed between the first igniter element and the first solid body andfirst initiator first and second electrical contacts passing through the first solid body and the first surface mount initiator board in electrical contact with the first igniter element;the second initiator comprising;a second container closed by a second solid body, the second container containing a supply of a second igniter material;a second igniter element disposed within the second container, upon actuation, the second igniter element in reaction initiating communication with the second igniter material;a second surface mount initiator board disposed between the second igniter element and the second solid body andsecond initiator first and second electrical contacts passing through the second solid body and the second surface mount initiator board in electrical contact with the second igniter element.2. The initiator assembly of wherein at least the first initiator is wave soldered to the SMI assembly board.3. The initiator assembly of wherein second initiator is wave soldered to the ...

AUTOMATIC PASSENGER AIRBAG SWITCH

Techniques described herein include a system and method for switching an airbag on or off based on determining that an object situated in a vehicle seat meets one or more conditions. In some embodiments, the vehicle seat may be fitted with a weight sensor configured to detect an object situated in the vehicle seat. The system may include a camera device configured to capture image information associated with the object situated in the vehicle seat. The image information may be processed to determine if the object is a person meeting one or more threshold conditions for activating the airbag. Upon processing the image information, the airbag may be provided with instructions to either activate or deactivate. 1. An airbag deployment apparatus , comprising:an airbag deployment device configured to deploy an airbag in a collision event;a sensor device configured to detect an object situated in a vehicle seat;an optical sensor having an emitting portion positioned in front of the vehicle seat at a vertical height less than a maximum vertical height of the vehicle seat, the emitting portion of the optical sensor facing the vehicle seat and the optical sensor being configured to detect height information related to the object situated in the vehicle seat, wherein the emitting portion of the optical sensor emits a light beam over the vehicle seat at a height that corresponds to a height threshold; anda processor device configured to activate the airbag deployment device upon determining, from the optical sensor, that the object situated in the vehicle seat obstructs the light beam emitted over the vehicle seat.2. The airbag deployment apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensor device is a pressure sensor.3. A method of activating and deactivating an airbag deployment device claim 1 , comprising:detecting an object situated in a vehicle seat;activating an optical sensor having an emitting portion positioned in front of the vehicle seat at a vertical height less than a maximum ...

Mechanism For Rapid De-Coupling of Load Bearing Structures

A de-coupling mechanism includes a link slidably received in a link aperture of a bracket. A pin is slidably received in a pin bore of the link and a receiving bore of the bracket. A first block is connected to the bracket and includes an initiator receiving passage in communication with the pin bore. An initiator is positioned in the initiator receiving passage and retained against a connecting passage edge and oppositely contacts an end face of a cap connected to the first block. A second block connected to the bracket includes a longitudinal channel having a channel diameter larger than a pin diameter so the pin is freely displaceable into the longitudinal channel. An end face of a retaining cap is connected to a second block end wall. The retaining cap includes a stepped portion having a step diameter smaller than the channel diameter and the pin diameter.

SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER SYSTEM AND METHOD

A system for a vehicle includes a seat belt height adjuster and a sensor configured to determine eye location of a driver of the vehicle. A control module is in communication with the sensor and the seat belt height adjuster. The control module is programmed to adjust a position of the seat belt height adjuster based at least on the eye location. 1. A system for a vehicle , the system comprising:a seat belt height adjuster;a sensor configured to determine eye location of a driver of the vehicle; anda control module in communication with the sensor and the seat belt height adjuster;the control module being programmed to adjust a position of the seat belt height adjuster based at least on the eye location.2. The system as set forth in further comprising at least one seat sensor in communication with the control module and configured to determine a position of a seat of the vehicle claim 1 , the control module being programmed to adjust the position of the seat belt height adjuster based at least on the seat position.3. The system as set forth in wherein the at least one seat sensor includes a fore-aft position sensor and a vertical position sensor.4. The system as set forth in wherein the control module is programmed with anthropometric data and is programmed to compare at least the eye location with the anthropometric data to calculate the position of the seat belt height adjuster.5. The system as set forth in wherein the control module is programmed to determine a regression model of the anthropometric data and the eye location to calculate the position of the seat belt height adjuster based on the regression model.6. The system as set forth in wherein the seat belt height adjuster includes seat belt ring claim 1 , a motor in communication with the control module claim 1 , and a linear actuator disposed between the ring and the motor.7. The system as set forth in further comprising a seat belt supported on the seat belt ring.8. The system as set forth in further ...

DEPLOYMENT ZONE DEFINITION AND ASSOCIATED RESTRAINT CONTROL

An apparatus includes a first sensor, a second sensor and a control unit. The first sensor may be configured to perform a vision detection of an interior of a vehicle. The second sensor may be configured to perform a physical detection of the interior of the vehicle. The control unit may comprise an interface configured to receive the vision detection and the physical detection. The control unit may be configured to perform sensor fusion based on the vision detection and the physical detection, generate a mapping of the interior of the vehicle based on the sensor fusion, (c) compare the mapping with event information and (d) determine an arrangement of corrective measures in response to the comparison of the mapping and the event information. The mapping may classify objects, occupants and critical features within the interior of the vehicle. 1. An apparatus comprising:a first sensor configured to perform a vision detection of an interior of a vehicle;a second sensor configured to perform a physical detection of said interior of said vehicle; anda control unit (i) comprising an interface configured to receive said vision detection and said physical detection and (ii) configured to (a) perform sensor fusion based on said vision detection and said physical detection, (b) generate a mapping of said interior of said vehicle based on said sensor fusion, (c) compare said mapping with event information and (d) determine an arrangement of corrective measures in response to said comparison of said mapping and said event information, wherein said mapping classifies objects, occupants and critical features within said interior of said vehicle.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said vision detection comprises distinguishing between free-space and occupants within said interior of said vehicle.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said first sensor comprises at least one of a camera claim 1 , a radar device claim 1 , an infrared device claim 1 , a LIDAR ...

CONTROL DEVICE FOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION DEVICE

The occurrence of a vehicle collision is determined using an output signal of one satellite sensor disposed offset from a vehicle center line. A control device for an occupant protection device includes an acceleration sensor disposed at a front position of a vehicle; and a control unit that determines the occurrence of a collision based on an output signal of the acceleration sensor and operates an occupant protection device. The acceleration sensor is one satellite sensor disposed so as to be offset in a vehicle width direction from a vehicle front center position. The control unit includes: a first threshold setting unit that sets one or more thresholds so as to correspond to a traveling speed of the vehicle or a relative speed signal related to the relative speed between a vehicle and another movable objects such as another vehicle; and a determining unit that compares a level of the output signal of the acceleration sensor with the one or more thresholds to determine the occurrence of a collision. 1. A control device for an occupant protection device , comprising:an acceleration sensor disposed at a front position of a vehicle;a control unit that determines the occurrence of a collision based on a first output signal of the acceleration sensor and operates the occupant protection device, whereinthe acceleration sensor is one satellite sensor disposed offset in a vehicle width direction from a vehicle front center position, andthe control unit includes:a threshold setting unit that sets a threshold so as to correspond to a range of traveling speed of the vehicle or a relative speed between the vehicle and a movable object; anda determining unit that compares a level of the first output signal of the acceleration sensor with the threshold to determine the occurrence of a collision.2. A control device for an occupant protection device in accordance with further comprising a speed sensor for measuring the traveling speed of the vehicle and providing a first speed ...

System And Method For Collision Mitigation And Avoidance In Autonomous Vehicle

A method of controlling a vehicle according to the present disclosure includes detecting an object in a target region proximate the vehicle. The method additionally includes anticipating a collision with the object based on a relative position, relative velocity, and relative acceleration of the object. The method further includes activating a collision preparation mode in response to anticipating the collision. 1. A method of controlling a vehicle having at least one controller with an automated driving system configured to control vehicle steering , comprising:detecting an object in a target region proximate the vehicle;anticipating a collision with the object based on a relative position, relative velocity, and relative acceleration of the object; andcontrolling the vehicle, via the at least one controller, according to a collision avoidance and mitigation mode in response to anticipating the collision.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle has a fore portion and an aft portion claim 1 , and wherein the target region is proximate the aft portion.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the collision avoidance and mitigation mode includes an autonomous avoidance maneuver.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the collision avoidance and mitigation mode includes activating an occupant protection system in advance of the anticipated collision.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the collision avoidance and mitigation mode includes providing a collision notification to a vehicle occupant or a third party.6. A vehicle comprising:an actuator configured to control vehicle steering, acceleration, braking, or shifting;at least one controller configured to control the actuator according to an automated driving system; anda sensor arranged to detect the presence of an object in a target region proximate the vehicle;wherein the at least one controller is programmed to anticipate a collision with a detected object based on a relative position, relative velocity, and relative ...

Controlling Airbag Activation Status At A Motor Vehicle

The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for controlling airbag activation status at a motor vehicle. Aspects of the invention can detect if a passenger in a motor vehicle is traveling in a less safe position, for example, with his/her feet on the dashboard. If so, an airbag can be deactivated and the passenger can be notified to modify his/her position. Based on images from a first camera, a control unit detects an object in the passenger seat as a human adult or not a human adult. Based on images from a second camera, the control unit detects the presence of legs/feet in a foot well or detects that legs/feet are not present in the footwell. If an object is detected as not a human adult or not having legs/feet in the foot well, the control unit can deactivate an airbag deployment device. 1. At a vehicle , a method comprising:receiving sensor data from one or more sensors detecting an object in a passenger seat of the vehicle;classifying the object as an adult human based on the sensor data;determining if the adult human is seated in an unsafe traveling position based on the sensor data; andcontrolling activation status of an airbag based on the determination.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein receiving sensor data comprises receiving: first image data from a first camera on a top portion of a vehicle dashboard claim 1 , second image data from a second camera under the vehicle dashboard claim 1 , and sensor data from a pressure sensor on the top portion of the vehicle dashboard.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein classifying the object as an adult human based on the sensor data comprises classifying the object as a human adult based on the first image data.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein classifying the object as a human adult comprises a convolution neural network classifying the object as a human adult based on the first image data.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein determining if the adult human is seated in an unsafe ...

CAMERA ACTIVATION RESPONSE TO VEHICLE SAFETY EVENT

Methods and systems are provided for transmitting video data associated with a vehicle. In one exemplary embodiment, a vehicle processor determines a vehicle safety event based on one or more safety sensors, activates one or more vehicle cameras that capture video data in response to the determined vehicle safety event, records the video data in a vehicle data storage device, and, if the vehicle processor determines that a suitable connection to a telecommunications network is available when the video data is being captured, then transmits the video data over the telecommunications network in substantially real time. 1. A method of transmitting video data associated with a vehicle , the method comprising:determining, via a vehicle processor, a vehicle security event based on one or more security sensors, the vehicle security event pertaining to theft or vandalism pertaining to the vehicle;activating, via the vehicle processor, one or more vehicle cameras that capture video data in response to the determined vehicle security event;recording, via the vehicle processor, the video data in a vehicle data storage device upon occurrence of the vehicle safety event; andif the vehicle processor determines that a suitable connection to a telecommunications network is available when the video data is being captured, then, upon the occurrence of the vehicle safety event, transmitting, via the vehicle processor, the video data over the telecommunications network in substantially real time to a remote user of the vehicle that is remote from the vehicle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more security sensors comprise at least one of a force sensor claim 1 , a door sensor claim 1 , a trunk sensor claim 1 , a hood sensor and a key copy sensor.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising at least one of:activating a vehicle alarm including noise and/or light in response to the vehicle security event.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the transmitting comprises ...

Adaptive multi-force safety system (admus)

An adaptive safety on-board vehicle multi-force restraint system provides mitigation of negative consequences of imminent crash of contemporary, self-driving, or autonomous vehicle. The adaptive safety multi-force restraint system applies different forces to the driver and passenger bodies of different weight categories by employing an occupant's original weight, accurately measured by innovative weighing KEF method and technology at the beginning of a trip by the TRIBS method. The occupant's original weight is eventually modified during the trip according to the current values of the morphological and driving factors. The present invention provides an accurate timing adjustment of different parts of the safety system to prevent occupants of the self-driving or autonomous vehicle from fatalities and injuries in case of collision on the road by extending a current Passenger Classification System, creating a Driver Classification System, and more accurately controlling the force applied to lighter weighing people and youngsters. During a trip, a controlling unit continuously adjusts the needed access in case of crash for the part of gas to move from restraint source by the modified signal of original weight of the occupant and current morphological and the car trip situation parameters. A structure of a mixed safety restraint ADMUS-M system with a low risk for small children and a method of people accurate weight in a vehicle monitoring in case of the metabolism problems and kidney disorders without their hospitalization are provided.

AIRBAG APPARATUS FOR VEHICLE

An airbag apparatus for a vehicle my include an airbag housing accommodating an airbag cushion, an inflator supplying gas into the airbag cushion, a hard retainer fixing the inflator to the airbag housing, and a soft retainer having a first side coupled to the hard retainer and controlling a flow of the gas supplied from the inflator. 1. An airbag apparatus for a vehicle , comprising:an airbag housing accommodating an airbag cushion;an inflator supplying gas into the airbag cushion;a hard retainer fixing the inflator to the airbag housing; anda soft retainer having a first side coupled to the hard retainer and controlling a flow of the gas supplied from the inflator.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hard retainer is formed in a plate shape including a protrusion along an outer edge thereof.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the soft retainer comprises a fiber material.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the soft retainer comprises a mesh formed from a wire-shaped shape memory alloy.5. The apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising fixing members fixing edges of a second side of the soft retainer and crossing each other.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the fixing members are longer than a bottom of the hard retainer and shorter than a bottom of the airbag housing.7. The apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising a fixing band disposed along an edge of a second side of the soft retainer.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the fixing band comprises a shape memory alloy.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a viscous substance is applied to a side of the soft retainer that comes in contact with the gas from the inflator. The present application claims priority to Korean Patent Application No. 10-2016-0070672, filed Jun. 8, 2016, the entire contents of which is incorporated herein for all purposes by this reference.The present invention relates to a structure for controlling the flow of gas supplied through an inflator in an airbag apparatus for a ...

Band Clamp

A low-profile clamp consists of a band () and a buckle () mounted on a first end portion of the band. During mounting, the second and portion () of the band () which surrounds the object to be fastened is fed through the buckle (); after tightening the band is locked to the buckle () by deformation. The deformation may be done with a plier-type tool which engages the side edges () of the second band end portion () through lateral windows () formed in the buckle (). 1202122232122212136372036. A low-profile clamp having a band () and a buckle () surrounding the band and being provided on a first end portion () of the band , wherein the second end portion () of the band , which surrounds the object to be fastened and is fed through the buckle () radially outside of the first end portion () , is adapted to be locked with the buckle () by deformation , characterised in that a lateral surface of the buckle () has a window () to permit locking to be performed by deforming a side edge () of the band () within the window ().23620. The low-profile clamp of claim 1 , wherein the window () is configured to form a cutting edge for deforming the band ().312363720. The low-profile clamp of or claim 1 , wherein two lateral surfaces of the buckle () have windows () arranged opposite to each other to permit the locking to be performed by simultaneously deforming both side edges () of the band ().43723. The low-profile clamp of claim 3 , wherein the locking can be performed by a plier-type tool deforming the side edges () of the second band end portion ().5502252233621. The low-profile clamp of claim 4 , wherein die side edges () of the first band end portion () are chamfered () or cut-out at their sides facing the second and portion () within the area of the windows () provided in the buckle ().62227. The low-profile clamp of claim 4 , wherein the first band end portion () is provided with a bead () to keep a spacing from the second band end portion.7214546. The low-profile clamp of ...

VEHICLE AIRBAG

An airbag includes an impact panel defining an inflation chamber. The airbag includes a first and a second extension spaced from each other. Each extension has a first portion and a second portion extending transversely to the impact panel. The first portions face each other. The first portions face in a direction transverse to the second portions. A connection member extends from the second portion of the first extension to the second extension. 1. An airbag comprising:an impact panel defining an inflation chamber;a first and a second extension spaced from each other, each extension having a first portion and a second portion extending transversely to the impact panel, the first portions facing each other, and the first portions facing in a direction transverse to the second portions; anda connection member extending from the second portion of the first extension to the second extension.2. The airbag of claim 1 , wherein the connection member includes a first end secured to the second portion of the first extension and a second end secured to the second extension.3. The airbag of claim 1 , wherein the connection member is spaced from the impact panel.4. The airbag of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second extension includes a proximate end and a distal end claim 1 , the connection member extending from the proximate end of the first extension to the distal end of the second extension.5. The airbag of claim 1 , wherein the connection member defines a second inflation chamber in communication with the inflation chamber.6. The airbag of claim 5 , wherein the second inflation chamber is spaced from the impact panel.7. The airbag of claim 1 , wherein the connection member includes at least one tether.8. The airbag of claim 1 , wherein the connection member includes a plurality of tethers.9. The airbag of claim 8 , wherein the tethers are spaced from each other.10. The airbag of claim 8 , wherein the tethers are parallel with each other.11. The airbag of claim 1 ...

Center airbag apparatus

A center airbag apparatus may include: an inflator mounted in an instrument panel and configured to inject gas; a first cushion part deployed by the gas injected from the inflator, and configured to support a driver airbag; and a second cushion part connected to the first cushion part, and configured to be deployed between the driver airbag and a passenger airbag to protrude toward the rear of a vehicle based on the driver airbag.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USING DRONE IN MOVING OBJECT

A method of operating a moving object on which a drone is mounted includes detecting, by the moving object, occurrence of an event; determining whether to use the drone, on the basis of the detected event; and determining an operation mode, among a first operation mode and a second operation mode, of the drone when the drone is used. 1. A moving object on which a drone is mounted , the moving object comprising:a transceiver configured to transmit and receive a signal; anda processor configured to control the transceiver, detect occurrence of an event,', 'determine whether to use the drone on the basis of the detected event, and', 'determine an operation mode, among a first operation mode and a second operation mode, of the drone when the drone is used., 'wherein the processor is configured to2. The moving object of claim 1 , wherein the drone is configured to remain in a sleep state before the moving object detects the occurrence of the event; andthe drone is configured to, when the moving object detects the occurrence of the event, switch from the sleep state to an awake state.3. The moving object of claim 2 , wherein the drone is configured to claim 2 , when the drone is switched to the awake state claim 2 , start a flight and output at least one of an ultrasonic wave or an electromagnetic wave.4. The moving object of claim 2 , wherein the drone is configured to claim 2 , when the drone is switched to the awake state claim 2 , start a flight to collect data related to the event claim 2 , and transmit the collected data to a server.5. The moving object of claim 4 , wherein the drone is configured to collect the data related to the event during the flight; andthe data related to the event includes at least one of image information external to the moving object or image information surrounding the moving object.6. The moving object of claim 4 , wherein the drone is configured to transmit the collected data to the server to cause the server to compare previously ...

에어백 충돌 감지센서

본 발명은 에어백 충돌 감지센서에 관한 것으로, 중앙부에 원통형 하우징(7)이 부착된 제 1몸체(10)가 구비되고, 이 제 1몸체(10)와 결합되도록 된 제 2몸체 (11)가 구비되되, 이 제 2몸체(11)는 대향되는 위치에 부착된 가변저항기(13,14)와, 돌출형성된 고정자(15), 이 고정자(15)의 아래쪽에 탄력적으로 설치된 플레이트접점(17) 및, 접촉접점(22)과 플레이트(23)를 갖추고서 상기 고정자(15)에 회전이 자유롭게 끼워진 회전자(19)를 갖추고 있다.

Polyester fiber and preparation method thereof

본 발명은 에어백용 원단에 사용 가능한 폴리에스테르 원사에 관한 것으로, 특히, 상온에서 측정한 원사의 강인성(T 0 )에 대한 185 ℃에서 60 분 동안 열처리 후 측정한 원사의 강인성 (T 1 )의 비가 (T 1 /T 0 )가 0.8 이상인 폴리에스테르 원사 및 그의 제조방법, 이로부터 제조된 에어백용 원단에 관한 것이다. 본 발명의 폴리에스테르 원사는 낮은 초기 모듈러스와 함께 우수한 기계적 물성을 확보함에 따라 에어백용 원단으로 사용시 우수한 수납성, 형태안정성과 함께 우수한 공기 차단 효과를 제공하며, 이와 동시에 승객에게 가해지는 충격을 최소화하여 탑승자를 안전하게 보호할 수 있다. The present invention relates to a polyester yarn usable for an airbag fabric, and more particularly to a polyester yarn having a toughness (T 1 ) ratio of a yarn measured after heat treatment at 185 ° C for 60 minutes against the toughness (T 0 ) (T 1 / T 0 ) of 0.8 or more, a method for producing the polyester yarn, and a fabric for an air bag produced therefrom. The polyester yarn according to the present invention has excellent initial mechanical properties together with a low initial modulus, thereby providing excellent air-blocking effect as well as excellent storage stability and shape stability when used as a fabric for an airbag. At the same time, Can be safely protected.

Method and apparatus for providing a safing function for side impact crash sensing systems

제1(18) 및 제2작동 가능한 구속 장치(20)의 작동을 제어하는 장치는 충돌 사고가 제1방향에서 감지될 때 주요 충돌 가속 신호를 제공하고 충돌 사고가 제2방향에서 감지될 때 안전 충돌 가속 신호를 제공하는 제1충돌 가속도계(22)를 포함한다. 제2충돌 가속도계는 충돌 사고가 제1방향에서 감지될 때 안전 충돌 가속 신호를 제공하고 충돌 사고가 제2방향에서 감지될 때 주요 충돌 가속 신호를 제공한다. 제1작동 가능한 구속 장치(18)는 제1가속도계(22)가 주요 충돌 가속 신호를 제공하고 제2가속도계가 안전 충돌 신호를 제공할 때 작동된다. 제2작동 가능한 구속 장치(20)는 안전 충돌 신호를 제공하고 제2가속도계(34)는 상기 주요 충돌 신호를 제공한다. The apparatus for controlling the operation of the first 18 and the second operable restraining device 20 provides a main crash acceleration signal when a crash event is detected in the first direction and a safety stop signal when the crash event is detected in the second direction And a first collision accelerometer 22 for providing a collision acceleration signal. The second crash accelerometer provides a safety crash acceleration signal when the crash event is detected in the first direction and provides a main crash acceleration signal when the crash event is detected in the second direction. The first actuatable restraining device 18 is activated when the first accelerometer 22 provides a primary crash acceleration signal and the second accelerometer provides a safety crash signal. The second operable restraining device 20 provides a safety collision signal and the second accelerometer 34 provides the primary collision signal.

Airbag and the manufacturing method

1. 청구범위에 기재된 발명이 속한 기술분야 1. TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION 본 발명은 자동차 충돌 등의 사고 발생시 운전자 및 탑승자를 보호하는 자동차용 에어백 및 그의 제조방법에 관한 것이다. The present invention relates to a vehicle airbag for protecting the driver and the occupant in the event of an accident such as a car crash, and a manufacturing method thereof. 2. 발명이 해결하려고 하는 기술적 과제 2. The technical problem to be solved by the invention 벤트홀이 없음에도 불구하고 에어백에 주입된 고압가스가 백 패널 또는 사이드 패널로 배출되므로서 운전자 및 승객의 화상 위험을 방지할 수 있는 비코팅형 원단의 에어백을 제공한다. 또한 동일한 밀도로 제직된 비코팅형 원단에 상이한 공기 투과도를 부여한 다음 이들 원단으로 상기 에어백을 제조하는 방법을 제공한다. Despite the absence of a vent hole, the high-pressure gas injected into the air bag is discharged to the back panel or the side panel, thereby providing an air bag of an uncoated fabric that can prevent a burn hazard of a driver and a passenger. It also provides a method of imparting different air permeability to uncoated fabrics woven at the same density and then manufacturing the airbags from these fabrics. 3. 발명의 해결방법의 요지 3. Summary of Solution to Invention 폴리아미드 필라멘트를 경사 및 위사로 사용하여 동일한 밀도를 제직한 원단을 180℃ 이하의 온도에서 열고정시켜 저통기성 원단을 제조한다. Using a polyamide filament as a warp and a weft yarn, a fabric having the same density is heat-set at a temperature of 180 ° C. or lower to produce a low breathable fabric. 한편 상기와 같이 제직한 원단을 190~220℃의 온도에서 열고정시켜 고통기성 원단을 제조한 후, 저통기성 원단을 프론트 패널 위치(3)에 고통기성 원단을 백 패널 또는 사이드 패널 위치(2)에 오도록 봉합하여 인장강도가 181Kg/인치 이상이고 백 패널 또는 사이드 패널과 프론트 패널 부분의 공기투과도가 상이한 에어백을 제조한다. Meanwhile, the fabric woven as described above is heat-set at a temperature of 190-220 ° C. to produce a pain-resistant fabric, and then the low-breathability fabric is placed at the front panel position (3), and the back-panel or side panel position (2). The airbag is sutured to produce an airbag having a tensile strength of at least 181 Kg / inch and having different air permeability between the back panel or the side panel and the front panel portion. 4. 발명의 중요한 용도 4. Important uses of the invention 자동차 충돌 등의 사고 발생시 운전자 및 탑승자를 보호하는 ...

에어백 팽창용 장치

에어백 팽창기(10)은 배출 개구부(40)을 통해 디퓨져 챔버(90)으로 그리고 가스 배출구(92)를 통해 에어백으로 압력성 팽창유체를 공급하도록 작동한다. 절연막(100)은 배출 개구부(40)과 가스 배출구(92)사이에서 디퓨져 챔버(90)을 가로질러 연장한다. 절연막(100)은 축방향으로, 반경방향으로 이격된 지점(106,128)에서 하우징에 용접된다. 팽창기가 작동되지 않을 때, 절연막(100)은 팽창기 둘레의 주변으로 부터 배출 개구부(40)을 통해 팽창기의 내측으로 습기가 안내되는 것을 포함한 유체유동을 차단한다. 절연막(100)은 응력집중부(130)에 의해 형성된 취약부를 갖는다. 팽창기(10)이 작동될 때, 배출 개구부(40)을 통해 유동하는 유압은 응력집중부(130)에서 절연막(100)을 파열시킨다. 절연막(100)은, 디퓨져 챔버로 부터 에어백 내로 유체가 유동될수 있도록, 가스 배출구(92)를 막지 않는 디퓨져 챔버(90)내의 제2위치로 이동한다.

에어백

본 발명은 에어백에 관한 것으로, 차량의 충돌시 전달되는 충격강도에 따라 작동되는 인플레이터에 가스주입구가 밀봉되게 설치되는 에어백에 있어서, 상기 에어백(100)에 내장되며, 일단은 가스주입구(112)를 덮도록 인플레이터(120)에 고정되고 타단은 에어백(100)의 내측면에 고정되되, 그 양측단은 에어백(100)과 이격된 차단막(200)을 설치하며, 상기 차단막(200)에 의해 구획되는 에어백(100)의 일편은 가스가 일시적으로 저장되는 챔버(210)로 형성된 것을 특징으로 하여, 에어백(100)의 작동시 가스의 흐름이 원활하게 이루어져 에어백(100)이 고르게 전개된다. 에어백, 테더, 가스, 인플레이터, 차단막, 챔버, 충돌

Inflatable cushion

예시적인 실시예는 차량의 내부를 따라 전개하기 위한 팽창가능한 쿠션에 관한 것이다. 일 예시적인 실시예에 있어서, 팽창가능한 쿠션은, 영역을 부분적으로 둘러싸는 팽창부; 상기 팽창부에 고정되고 상기 영역에 배치되는 비팽창 부재; 및 상기 비팽창 부재 및 상기 팽창가능한 쿠션에 의해 형성되는 보유 포켓;을 포함하며, 상기 보유 포켓은 상기 비팽창 부재에 의해 적어도 일측면 상에서 반동되는 주변부를 갖고, 상기 비팽창 부재는 오목형 영역이 상기 보유 포켓 내에 형성되도록 구성되고, 상기 오목형 영역은 상기 보유 포켓의 주변부 내에 배치된다. An exemplary embodiment relates to an inflatable cushion for deploying along the interior of a vehicle. In one exemplary embodiment, the inflatable cushion includes: an inflation portion partially surrounding the area; An unexpanded member fixed to said inflation section and disposed in said region; And a retention pocket formed by the non-expandable member and the inflatable cushion, wherein the retention pocket has a periphery that is recoiled on at least one side by the non-expandable member, wherein the non-expanded member has a concave region. It is configured to be formed in the retention pocket, wherein the concave region is disposed in the periphery of the retention pocket.

Passenger's class setting system of vehicle and mehod for the same

본 발명에 따른 차량의 승원분류시스템 및 그 동작방법은 차량에 시동이 걸림에 따라 시동 전원을 공급하는 시동 전원부와, 승원이 착석하는 시트의 적어도 하나 이상의 지점에 각각 장착되고, 상기 시동 전원부에서 전원이 공급되는 동안 승원의 무게를 감지하는 무게감지센서와, 상기 복수개의 무게감지센서의 오프셋값 및 상기 오프셋값을 보정하기 위한 오프셋 보정 데이터가 저장되는 메모리와, 상기 시동 전원부로부터 전원이 공급되고, 승원 미탑승 상태인 경우, 무게 0점 자동조절을 수행하기 위해 상기 오프셋 보정 데이터를 산출하고, 상기 승원의 무게에 따라 승원을 여러 클래스 중 어느 하나의 클래스로 분류하는 제어부를 포함하여 구성되므로, 시동 전원이 공급된 후에 무게 0점 조절이 수행되므로 배터리 방전 위험이 없고, 상기 0점 조절 및 승원의 무게 측정이 시동이 걸린 상태에서 수행되므로 승원분류시스템의 신뢰성 및 정확성이 높아지는 효과가 있다. The occupant classification system of the vehicle and its operation method according to the present invention are mounted at at least one or more points of the starting power supply unit for supplying the starting power as the vehicle is started, and the seat seated by the occupant, and the power supply at the starting power supply unit. Power is supplied from a weight sensing sensor for sensing the weight of the occupant, a memory storing offset values of the plurality of weight sensing sensors and offset correction data for correcting the offset value, and the starting power supply unit. In the non-boarding state, the controller is configured to calculate the offset correction data so as to perform automatic zero-weight adjustment, and classify the occupant into any one of several classes according to the weight of the occupant. Zero point adjustment is performed after the power is supplied, so there is no risk of battery discharge, and the zero point adjustment Since the occupant weight measurement is performed in a state that took startup there is an effect the reliability and accuracy of the occupant classification system increases. 무게감지센서, 오프셋, 0점 조절, 시동전원, 클래스 Weight sensor, offset, zero point adjustment, starting power, class

Airbag device

Apparat til bruk ved oppblåsing av en luftpute og fremgangsmåte ved sammenstilling

Et apparat for bruk til å blåse opp en luftpute omfatter en beholder (15) som inneholder en forsyning av oppblåsnings- fluidum. Beholderen har en første ytre overflate (19) og en indre overflate (26) som er gjenget og som definerer en gjenget åpning som strekker seg inn i beholderen fra den første ytre overflate. En plugg (40) har en ytre periferi (45) som er gjenget. Pluggen er skrudd inn i den gjengede åpning i beholderen. Den ytre periferi av pluggen omfatter en andre ytre overflate (51) nær den første ytre overflate av beholde- ren. Den ytre periferi av pluggen og den indre overflate av beholderen som definerer den gjengete åpning omfatter en kontaktflate (11) mellom pluggen og beholderen. Kontaktflaten strekker seg til periferien av beholderen mellom den første og den andre ytre overflate. En ring (30) ligger over både kontaktoverflåten og deler av den første og den andre ytre overflate. Ringen er festet til den første og andre ytre overflate for å blokkere lekkasje av oppblåsningsfluidum fra beholderen gjennom kontaktoverflåten.

승객구분장치

본 발명은, 하중감지기 중 일부를 하중감지기능이 없는 더미감지기로 대체함으로써 원가를 절감하고 자체 중량을 줄일 수 있으면서도, 동등 혹은 그 이상의 성능을 확보하는 승객구분장치를 제공하는 것을 목적으로 하며, 이러한 목적을 달성하기 위하여, 자동차의 승객좌석 내에 배치되고, 승객이 착석하여 상기 승객좌석에 가하는 하중을 측정하는 복수의 하중감지기를 구비하고, 상기 복수의 하중감지기 각각에서 측정한 하중값에, 각각의 하중감지기가 갖는 하중가중치를 곱한 값들을 합한 값과, 기준값을 비교하여, 승객의 종류를 구분하는 승객구분장치를 제공한다. 승객구분장치, 에어백 쿠션

Vehicle body anti-collision structure

차체 충돌방지구조로서 커버링 파트(Covering Parts)내에 설치되어 있으며, 차체(1)가 받는 충격을 완화시키는 역할을 하고 충격을 완화시킬 수 있는 두 버퍼링 프레임(41)과 커넥팅 프레임(42)으로 구성되어 있으며 상기 커넥팅 프레임(42)은 상기 차체 하단에 위치하고 있고 상기 차체의 샤시(2)에 고정되어 있습니다. 상기 두 버퍼링 프레임(41)은 상기 차체의 전단과 후단에 위치하고 있으며 커넥팅 프레임(42)의 두끝에 고정되어 있습니다. 상기 차체 충돌방지구조는 통합구조로서 차체가 전후방의 충격을 받을 시 스스로 충격에너지를 흡수하는 것이 아니라 차체 충돌방지구조와 샤시로 분산시키므로 더 큰 충격을 받아드릴 수 있으며 차체의 안전성을 향상시켰습니다. As a vehicle body collision prevention structure, it is installed in the covering parts, and it is composed of two buffering frames 41 and connecting frames 42 that serve to alleviate the impact received by the vehicle body 1 and can alleviate the impact. The connecting frame 42 is located at the bottom of the vehicle body and is fixed to the chassis 2 of the vehicle body. The two buffering frames 41 are located at the front and rear ends of the vehicle body and are fixed to the two ends of the connecting frame 42. The vehicle body collision avoidance structure is an integrated structure, and when the vehicle body receives a shock from the front and rear, it does not absorb the impact energy by itself, but disperses it into the body collision prevention structure and the chassis, so it can receive a greater impact and improve the safety of the vehicle body.

타이어 가류 에어백용 고무 조성물

본 발명은 천연고무 30∼50중량%와 염소화된 부틸고무 50∼70중량%로 된 원료고무 100중량부에 카본블랙 50∼70중량부, 가류촉진제 1∼3중량부, 유황 1.5∼3중량부, 가공조제로서 지방산 에스터 2∼5중량부, 노화방지제 1∼3중량부, 반응성 수지 1∼5중량부 및 산화아연 4∼7중량부를 첨가하여 이루어진 타이어 가류 에어백용 고무 조성물에 관한 것으로서, 이는 고무간 접착력을 향상시키면서 가공중의 고무 흐름성과 탈형성을 개선시켜 열노화 저항성 및 치수안정성을 향상시킬 수 있다.

Collision detecting method for operating automobile air bag

본 발명은 ECU(20)에서 다양한 충돌상황에 따라 운전석 에어백(31) 및 조수석 에어백(32)을 차별적으로 전개하도록 제어하는 방법에 있어서: 필터링 및 샘플링된 가속도 신호를 검출하고, 감가속도(G)를 산출하여 설정된 임계치 이상인지 판단하는 단계; 감가속도(G) 신호가 설정된 임계치 이상이라고 판단되면 감가속도(G) 신호를 적분하여 차량의 속도를 검출하고, 감가속도(G)의 제곱과 속도의 승산치 혹은 감가속도 차의 절대값( |DG|=|G i -G i-1 | )과 속도의 승산치를 구하여 충격량(I)으로 인식하는 단계; 및 상기 충격량(I)이 설정된 임계치 이상이라고 판단되면 에어백 전개신호를 출력하여 에어백을 전개시키는 단계를 포함하여 이루어지는 것을 특징으로 함에 따라, 정면충돌 사고시 충돌 위치에 따라 운전자와 승객의 차별적인 보호가 가능한 상태로 가속도 센서를 배치하고 여러 가지 충돌상황에서 에어백을 적절한 시간에 작동시킬 수 있는 효과가 있다. The present invention provides a method for controlling the ECU 20 to differentially deploy the driver's seat airbag 31 and the passenger seat airbag 32 according to various collision situations: detecting a filtered and sampled acceleration signal, and deceleration (G). Calculating a value to determine whether or not the set threshold value is equal to or greater than; If it is determined that the deceleration (G) signal is above the set threshold, the deceleration (G) signal is integrated to detect the speed of the vehicle, and the square of the deceleration (G) and the multiplied value of the deceleration (G) or the absolute value of the deceleration difference (| DG | = | G i -G i-1 |), and multiplying the velocity by the velocity and recognizing it as the impact amount I; And outputting an airbag deployment signal to deploy the airbag when it is determined that the impact amount I is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold value, so that the driver and passenger can be differentially protected according to the collision position during a frontal collision accident. This has the effect of placing the accelerometer in the state and actuating the airbag at the right time in various collision situations.

차량 탑승자 보호 장치용 가스 발생기

차량 탑승자 보호 장치용 가스 발생기는 가스 배출구를 구비한 세장형의 하우징과, 이 하우징내에 자리한 밀봉되고 파열가능한 가스 발생제 카트리지와, 그리고 중앙 통로를 형성하는 개구를 구비한 다수의 웨이퍼 형태로 카트리지내에 담긴 불꽃성 가스 발생기를 포함한다. 하우징의 일단에 장착된 점화기 캡슐을 밀봉된 가스 발생제 카트리지와 점화기 캡슐내의 가스 발생제의 중앙통로에 나란한 방출 개구를 구비한다. 상기 점화기 캡슐은 점화기 재료, 기폭약 및 기폭약 장입물을 담고있다. 기폭약은 캡슐의 방출 개구로 부터 고온의 연소 생성물의 불덩어리를 방출시키는 점화기 재료를 점화시키며, 밀봉된 카트리지를 파열시키고 에어 백을 부풀리는 가스를 생성하기 위해 가스 발생제장입물을 점화시킨다. 파열가능한 밀봉부는 점화기 캡슐의 방출 개구에 걸쳐 제공되며 노즐은 고온의 연소 생성물을 가스 발생제 카트리지로 안내한다. 기폭약 장입물은 만약 이것이 화염에 노출된다면 가스 발생기를 조작하기 위한 자동 점화기 재료가 된다. 사익점화기 캡슐은 포개져 있는 금속 부품들을 포함하여 세장형의 하우징의 덮개로서 장착되고 있다. 가스 발생제카트리지는 여과 및 냉각 스크린에 에워싸인 하우징내에 배치된다. 점화기 캡슐의 배출부에 인접한 파열가능한 가스 발생제 카트리지의 일단에는 점화기의 불덩어리를 유입 시키기 위해 내측으로 파열하도록 새김눈이 형성되어 있다. 카트리지는 구조적 견고성을 확보하기 위해 몇겹으로 감싸여 있는 스크린을 포함하며, 추가의 여과 및 냉각 재료들이 카트리지를 에워싸고 있다.

Thermoplastic elastomer composition, method for producing same and molded body

The present invention relates to a thermoplastic elastomer composition, a method for producing the thermoplastic elastomer composition, and a molded body. A thermoplastic elastomer composition according to the present invention contains a crystalline olefin resin (A) having a melting point of 100°C or more, an olefin resin (B) satisfying conditions (B-1) to (B-3), and an ethylene/α-olefin copolymer (C) at a weight ratio (A)/((B) + (C)) of from 70/30 to 30/70 and at a weight ratio (B)/(C) of from 100/0 to 1/99. (B-1) The olefin resin has a main chain configured from an ethylene copolymer and a side chain configured from an ethylene polymer or a propylene polymer; the ethylene copolymer comprises a repeating unit derived from ethylene and a repeating unit derived from one or more α-olefins selected from among α-olefins having 3-20 carbon atoms; and the repeating units derived from α-olefins are contained in an amount of 10-50 mol% relative to all the repeating units contained in the main chain. (B-2) The melting point as determined by DSC is 60°C to 170°C. (B-3) The Tg as determined by DSC is -80°C to -30°C.