Investigation of improving energy absorption performance and reducing weight of passenger air bag modules using computer aided analysis.

Author(s)
Wilson, E.
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Abstract

This study developes a computer analysis method using software for nonlinear dynamic finite element calculations. The aim is to perform impact simulation on a passenger air bag module. The effects of the following parameters on energy absorption performance are investigated: (1) Air Bag Module Door Bead and Thickness; and (2) Reaction Can Material and Plate Thickness. From the results of the parameter study, design criteria are determined for achieving a low weight design with optimum energy absorbing characteristics. (A)

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C 3868 (In: C 3865) /91 / IRRD 875836
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In: Issues in automotive safety technology : offset frontal crashes, airbags, and belt restraint effectiveness : papers presented at the International Congress and Exposition, Detroit, Michigan, February 27 - March 2, 1995, technical paper 950338, p. 11-20, 4 ref.

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