Collision detection apparatus

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2007-03-26

2009-12-29

Lyjak, Lori L (Department: 3612)

Vehicle fenders

Buffer or bumper type

Bumper having impact force absorbing means directly...

C340S436000, C701S045000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07637545

ABSTRACT:
A collision detection apparatus has a support member which is fixed to side members of a vehicle, an absorber which is arranged at a vehicle front side of the support member to define a space therebetween, a chamber member defining therein a chamber space which is substantially sealed, and a pressure sensor for detecting a pressure in the chamber space. The chamber member is arranged in the space defined between the absorber and the support member. A collision of the vehicle is detected based on a variation in the pressure of the chamber space.

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Office Action dated Jan. 31, 2008 in German Application No. 10 2007 006848.6-21 with English translation thereof.

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