18157133. VEHICLE AIRBAG DEPLOYABLE ALONG FRONT PILLAR AND HINGE PILLAR simplified abstract (FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC)

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VEHICLE AIRBAG DEPLOYABLE ALONG FRONT PILLAR AND HINGE PILLAR

Organization Name

FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Inventor(s)

S.M. Iskander Farooq of Novi MI (US)

Mohammad Omar Faruque of Ann Arbor MI (US)

Dean M. Jaradi of Macomb MI (US)

VEHICLE AIRBAG DEPLOYABLE ALONG FRONT PILLAR AND HINGE PILLAR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18157133 titled 'VEHICLE AIRBAG DEPLOYABLE ALONG FRONT PILLAR AND HINGE PILLAR

Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a vehicle with a unique airbag system that is supported by the vehicle roof and engaged with a track, allowing it to slide along the front and hinge pillars.

  • The vehicle includes a track with two portions elongated along the front and hinge pillars, allowing the airbag to move along them.
  • The airbag is inflatable and can be engaged with both portions of the track when in the inflated position.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Vehicle with a specialized airbag system supported by the vehicle roof.
  • Track system allows the airbag to slide along the front and hinge pillars.
  • Airbag can be engaged with the track in both portions when inflated.

Potential Applications:

  • Automotive industry for enhanced safety features in vehicles.
  • Transportation sector for improved passenger protection.
  • Emergency response vehicles for increased safety during accidents.

Problems Solved:

  • Enhanced safety measures in vehicles.
  • Improved protection for passengers in case of accidents.
  • Efficient deployment of airbags in critical situations.

Benefits:

  • Increased safety for vehicle occupants.
  • Enhanced crash protection.
  • Improved overall vehicle safety features.

Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized in various vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses, and emergency vehicles to enhance safety features and provide better protection for passengers in case of accidents.

Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the airbag system in this vehicle differ from traditional airbag systems? 2. What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in vehicles?

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in vehicle safety technology and airbag systems to ensure the most up-to-date information on this innovative technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

A vehicle includes a vehicle roof, a front pillar extending downwardly from the vehicle roof, and a hinge pillar extending downwardly from the front pillar. The vehicle includes a track having a first portion having a first axis elongated along the front pillar and a second portion having a second axis elongated along the hinge pillar. The second axis is transverse to the first axis. The vehicle includes an airbag supported by the vehicle roof and slidably engaged with the track. The airbag is inflatable to an inflated position. The airbag is engaged to the first portion of the track and the second portion of the track in the inflated position.

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