System for collision damage reduction

Details System for collision damage reduction System for collision damage reduction

1997-09-04

2000-08-22

Pape, Joseph D.

Vehicle fenders

Buffer or bumper type

Shiftable between operative and inoperative positions other...

293119, 293107, B60R 1938

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061060380

ABSTRACT:
A collision damage reduction system to reduce contact velocities between a vehicle and a collidant by use of air bags on the exterior of the vehicle. The vehicle operator or an automatic collision imminence detection system e.g. radar, sonar, or an accelerometer and controller actuates a switch that actuates the air bag inflators when a collision is perceived imminent. The switch or controller can also interrupt vehicle motive power and actuate the brakes. The air bag has vents and shapes to steer it and its collidants. The controller can also actuate vehicle horns and lights to warn collidants when imminent collisions are detected.

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