Air bag with internal shock absorber

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1999-06-11

2000-05-02

Dayoan, D. Glenn

Vehicle fenders

Buffer or bumper type

Having fluid means within impact means to absorb energy

293118, 293119, B60R 1920, B60R 1902

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060563362

ABSTRACT:
An external air bag assembly for mounting in a cavity in a bumper of a vehicle is provided. The assembly includes an air bag and deployable shock-absorbing bumper assembly contained within the air bag. In a retracted state, the bumper assembly projects outward only a limited degree. When released in conjunction with air bag deployment, the bumper assembly expands forward and forms an additional shock absorbing region. Because both the air bag and the bumper assembly are stored in an undeployed and retracted state, the entire assembly has a low profile while still providing a high degree of impact absorbing protection.

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