In this paper, we describe some important aspects of crash severity sensing for “smart” airbag implementation. In particular, gray zone considerations are described in detail. Another important issue discussed is the loss of the additional front sensor used for crash severity sensing and its impact on system performance. A third issue of great importance is the second stage (assume a dual-stage inflator) firing delay. Finally, a discussion of some inherent problems with the crash severity sensor approach are discussed as well as dynamic range/resolution problems that accelerometers can encounter when used in the crush zone of a vehicle. A summary with conclusions and recommended approaches is presented.


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    Title :

    Important Issues in Crash Severity Sensing


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    SAE 2002 World Congress & Exhibition ; 2002



    Publication date :

    2002-03-04




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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