In the early days, when airbags were just popularized, only drivers were generally equipped with airbags. With the increasing importance of airbags, most models are equipped with primary and secondary airbags. The airbag in the passenger seat is installed in the platform directly in front.
At the moment of the accident, the airbag can effectively protect the head and chest of the driver and the co-pilot, because the violent collision in front will lead to the deformation in front of the vehicle, and the passengers in the vehicle will dive forward by virtue of this violent inertia, resulting in collision with the internal parts of the vehicle. In addition, the airbag in the front driving position of the vehicle can effectively prevent the steering wheel from pushing the driver's chest in the event of a collision, thus avoiding fatal injuries.
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As a passive safety device, the protective function of airbag has been widely recognized. The first patent on airbags began in 1958. 1970, some manufacturers began to develop airbags that can reduce the degree of occupant injury in collision accidents; In 1980s, automobile manufacturers began to install airbags step by step.
In 1990s, the number of airbags increased sharply. After entering the new century, cars are generally equipped with airbags. Many people's lives have been saved since the appearance of airbags. The research shows that when a car with airbag device collides head-on, the driver's death rate of large cars is reduced by 30%, that of medium-sized cars by 1 1%, and that of small cars by 20%.
Some good cars are also equipped with side airbags, and the side airbag system is generally installed on the door. When the vehicle encounters a side collision, the door will be severely deformed, resulting in the door not being opened and the occupants trapped in the vehicle.
Side airbags can effectively protect passengers from the injuries of waist, abdomen, chest, arms and other parts caused by side collision, and ensure the mobility and escape ability of upper limbs.
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