How did Hetrick and Linderer invent airbags?
Hetrick and Linderer’s airbags were both based on a compressed air system, either released by spring, bumper contact, or by the driver. Later research during the 1960s showed that compressed air could not inflate the mechanical airbags fast enough to ensure maximum safety, leading to the current chemical and electrical airbags.
How does the Mercedes Benz airbag system work?
In the Mercedes system, the sensors automatically tensioned the seat belts to reduce occupants’ motion on impact (now a common feature), and then deployed the airbag on impact. This integrated the seat belts and airbag into a restraint system, rather than the airbag being considered an alternative to the seat belt.
What makes an airbag an active safety system?
This is in contrast to seat belts, which are considered “active” devices because the vehicle occupant must act to enable them. This terminology is not related to active and passive safety, which are, respectively, systems designed to prevent accidents in the first place, and systems designed to minimize the effects of accidents once they occur.
Where are the side torso airbags located on a car?
Side torso airbag. Side-impact airbags or side-torso airbags are a category of airbags usually located in the seat or door panel, and inflate between the seat occupant and the door. These airbags are designed to reduce the risk of injury to the pelvic and lower abdomen regions.
What are the features of an airbag scan tool?
An airbag scan tool usually comes with added features. All of them create a scan tool which can diagnose multiple codes and systems in a car. The design of the scan tool is important. It is in direct contact with the user and it needs to facilitate menu navigation.
Where is the airbag control unit located in a car?
Airbag control unit The control unit is the heart of the airbag system and is installed centrally in the vehicle. It can generally be found in the dashboard area, on the centre tunnel. It is responsible for the following:
Which is the best hand held airbag scanner?
Made with an attractive design, the hand-held scanner comes with an ergonomic design. It even has anti-shock protection which means it will last longer than most other scanners. It can also be used by professionals as a result of this physical protection layer. Its buttons are easy to use as well.
What kind of airbags are in SRS cars?
Our parts inventory includes factory OEM drivers wheel and passenger dash airbags, side airbags, and knee bolsters airbags, for practically every year, make and model. When your airbag light is on or flashing count on us to help you reset your airbag module.