Passive Safety features in Automobile Engineering

 Passive Safety features in Automobile Engineering 

Passive safety features in automobile engineering aim to safeguard occupants and reduce injuries in the event of an accident. Activated post-collision, these features encompass structural elements, restraint mechanisms, and various technologies designed to absorb and dissipate impact forces. Below are some essential passive safety features typically found in modern vehicles :-

  • Seat Belt :- Keeps occupants securely in their seats and distributes the force of a collision across the stronger parts of the body. Generally the common type of Seat belt is three point seat belt.
  • Airbags :- Provide a cushion to reduce the impact force on occupants. Front, Side, Curtain and Knee are various types of Airbags in a Car
  • Crumple Zones :- Absorb and dissipate the energy of a collision, reducing the force transmitted to occupants. Typically located at front and rear of Vehicle.

  • Energy-Absorbing Steering Column:- Collapses in a controlled manner during a collision to reduce the risk of injury to the driver.
  • Reinforced Roof :- Provides structural integrity to protect occupants in the event of a rollover. 

These passive safety features work together to provide comprehensive protection during and after a collision, aiming to minimize injuries and enhance the overall safety of vehicle occupants and pedestrians.

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