Self-contained air bag system
US4167276A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 17, 1976 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 1979 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 17, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R21/33
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The air bag safety system is a self-contained, modular apparatus including: an inflatable bag, an inflating unit connected to the bag, and a sensor. The inflating unit provides gas for inflating the bag. The sensor is disposed adjacent to the apparatus and is responsive to a predetermined level of deceleration of a vehicle for activating the inflating unit. The system also includes a fail-safe interlock to prevent the sensor from activating the inflating unit when the system is not properly mounted or internal parts fail in service.
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