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Device and method for side impact detection in a vehicle

US8032275B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 17, 2006
Grant dateOct 4, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 8, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2021/01313
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method and a device for side impact detection in a vehicle. A first signal is generated by a side impact sensor system. A plausibility sensor system determines the direction and magnitude of a lateral speed of the vehicle and/or a slip angle as a plausibility signal. A processor is provided which detects the side impact as a function of the first signal and the plausibility signal.

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