Ford global technologies, llc (20240300436). AFT-VEHICLE AIRBAG simplified abstract
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AFT-VEHICLE AIRBAG
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Zhibing Deng of Northville MI (US)
Joseph E. Abramczyk of Farmington Hills MI (US)
Deepak Patel of Canton MI (US)
AFT-VEHICLE AIRBAG - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240300436 titled 'AFT-VEHICLE AIRBAG
The abstract describes a vehicle with a unique airbag system that is supported by both the vehicle roof and the liftgate, with two inflation chambers connected by a conduit.
- Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes a vehicle with an airbag system that has two segments supported by the vehicle roof and liftgate, each defining an inflation chamber, connected by a conduit.
- Key Features and Innovation:
- Airbag system supported by both vehicle roof and liftgate - Two inflation chambers with a conduit connecting them - Enhanced safety features for vehicle occupants
- Potential Applications:
- Automotive industry for vehicle safety - Transportation industry for improved safety standards - Potential integration into autonomous vehicles for added safety measures
- Problems Solved:
- Enhanced safety for vehicle occupants in the event of a collision - Improved distribution of impact forces during accidents - Increased protection for passengers in various scenarios
- Benefits:
- Enhanced safety features for vehicles - Improved protection for occupants in accidents - Potential reduction in injuries and fatalities in collisions
- Commercial Applications:
- Automotive manufacturers for integrating into new vehicle models - Safety equipment suppliers for aftermarket installations - Insurance companies for promoting safer vehicles
- Questions about Airbag System:
1. How does the airbag system differ from traditional airbag designs? 2. What are the potential cost implications of implementing this new airbag system in vehicles?
- Frequently Updated Research:
- Stay updated on crash test results involving vehicles equipped with this new airbag system - Monitor any advancements in airbag technology that could enhance the current design
Original Abstract Submitted
a vehicle includes a vehicle roof, a liftgate rotatably connected to the vehicle roof, and an airbag. the airbag has a first segment supported by the vehicle roof and a second segment supported by the liftgate. the first segment of the airbag defines a first inflation chamber and the second segment of the airbag defines a second inflation chamber. the airbag includes a conduit fluidly connecting the first inflation chamber and the second inflation chamber.
