Autoliv, a Swedish company, has launched a special airbag for motorcycles, which can reduce the risk of injury to drivers.
CTOnews.com, June 12 (Xinhua)-- Swedish airbag maker Autoliv has launched an airbag for motorcycles, hoping to ease the impact of crashes and reduce the risk of injury.
▲ source: Autoliv according to the introduction, Autoliv hopes to fix the airbag in the front part of the motorcycle, through the sensors installed in the front of the motorcycle and the computer control system to determine the timing and filling speed of the airbag. Autoliv said the airbag system is small and compatible with a variety of motorcycles.
▲ source: AutolivAutoliv simulated the injuries suffered by motorcyclists in the face of impact, pointing out that motorcycles equipped with this airbag can reduce the impact on the driver's head, neck and chest and help reduce the risk of injury. Autoliv believes that in extreme cases, the airbag can also serve as a buffer between the driver and the object being hit, preventing the driver from being directly injured by the collision.
▲ source: AutolivCTOnews.com noted that Autoliv is actively cooperating with road safety organizations to further verify the application scenario of this airbag. Autoliv said the airbag is expected to be commercialized in 2025.