- ①Door Mounted Curtain Airbag deploys within 0.03 seconds…
Vertical inflation from bottom to top along a wire mechanism
- ②Self-Supporting Passenger Airbag absorbs impact without
touching the windshield… Using only the support from the airbag's
lower part
- New technologies consider PBVs' diverse interior designs…
Developed airbags meet global safety standards, ensuring
scalability
SEOUL,
South Korea, July 18,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Mobis (KRX: 012330)
introduces the world's first airbags specifically designed for
Purpose Built Vehicles (PBVs). These safety technologies consider
the unique characteristics of PBVs, which typically have a spacious
interior and versatile design options. With the anticipated
commercialization of PBV-based fleet services, the demand for
passenger safety technologies in this sector is expected to
increase.
On the 18th, Hyundai Mobis announced the development of the
world's first 'door-mounted curtain airbag' that deploys from the
bottom to the top and the 'self-supporting passenger airbag,' which
absorbs impact solely through the support from the lower part of
the airbag.
Both technologies aim to prevent passenger ejection and
significantly reduce injuries during collisions or rollovers. They
also meet stringent safety standards in advanced markets such as
North America.
- Innovative Curtain Airbag with Vertical Deployment along
Wires, Revolutionizing Installation Locations
The door-mounted airbag breaks the conventional notion of
curtain airbags that typically deploy from top to bottom, as it
inflates vertically from bottom to top within 0.03 seconds
during an accident.
Hyundai Mobis is the first to apply a wire mechanism to curtain
airbags. The cushion unfolds along wires installed on both sides of
the airbag, preventing passengers from being ejected from the
window. This design meets the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration's (NHTSA) ejection mitigation standard (FMVSS 226),
ensuring enhanced safety.
PBVs often use sliding doors for rear passenger access, which
might limit the space available for airbag installation due to the
door structure located on the ceiling. In such cases, the
door-installed airbag proves effective.
Lee Kyu-Sang, Head of Safety
System R&D Group at Hyundai Mobis stated, "We developed the new
concept curtain airbag with the urban transportation-focused PBV
market in mind. Given that RoboRide PBVs emphasize openness with
larger side windows, we anticipate a growing need for advanced
passenger safety devices."
- Self-Supporting Airbag that Absorbs Impact without
Windshield Support, Offering Future Scalability
Considering the distance to the windshield, the self-supporting
airbag is designed for PBVs with spacious interiors. This
technology protects front-seat passengers by absorbing impact using
only the support from the lower part of the airbag.
Sedans or SUVs use a windshield angled at about 30 degrees to
support the inflated cushion. In contrast, PBVs might have a
considerable distance to the windshield, which could be nearly
vertical. The self-supporting airbag overcomes these structural
challenges.
Hyundai Mobis has incorporated technology that secures the
airbag cushion close to the front crash pad, ensuring stable
passenger protection even without contact with the windshield. This
design meets the high safety standards set by the North American
New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Moreover, Hyundai Mobis is focusing on the scalability of
airbags for PBVs. They plan to develop and introduce a variety of
airbags tailored to diverse interior designs, catering to customer
needs with flexible seating arrangements and passenger
orientations.
About Hyundai Mobis
Hyundai Mobis is the global no. 6 automotive supplier,
headquartered in Seoul, Korea.
Hyundai Mobis has outstanding expertise in sensors, sensor fusion
in ECUs and software development for safety control. The company's
products also include various components for electrification,
brakes, chassis and suspension, steering, airbags, lighting, and
automotive electronics. Hyundai Mobis operates its R&D
headquarters in Korea, with four technology centers in the United States, Germany, China and India. For more information, please visit the
website at http://www.mobis.co.kr/
Media Contact
Choon Kee Hwang: ckhwang@mobis.com
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