Triggering arrangement for passenger restraint systems in motor vehicles
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1. A triggering arrangement for vehicle passenger restraint systems, comprising:
- acceleration-dependent signal generating means for generating an accident signal in response to vehicle deceleration above a predetermined level,pyrotechnic driving unit means operably connectible to actuate a passenger restraint system component,power supply means for providing electrical power to the pyrotechnic driving unit means, anda single electromagnetically shielding housing accommodating said acceleration dependent signal generating means, said pyrotechnic driving unit means and said power supply means, said housing being disposed directly at the restraint system component to be actuated by the pyrotechnic driving unit means.
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Abstract
A triggering arrangement is described for restraint systems in motor vehicles, in which, in a joint, metallic electromagnetically shielding housing arranged directly at the restraint system, all elements of the triggering arrangement are integrated, including a separate power supply unit. Outside said housing, no electrical leads are required, resulting in an extensive shielding from electromagnetic interference signals and a high saving of costs. Contemplated usage includes with are airbags, belt tighteners, etc., in the case of seats that are firmly anchored to the vehicle, and also in the case of removable seats and seats for children.
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1. A triggering arrangement for vehicle passenger restraint systems, comprising:
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acceleration-dependent signal generating means for generating an accident signal in response to vehicle deceleration above a predetermined level, pyrotechnic driving unit means operably connectible to actuate a passenger restraint system component, power supply means for providing electrical power to the pyrotechnic driving unit means, and a single electromagnetically shielding housing accommodating said acceleration dependent signal generating means, said pyrotechnic driving unit means and said power supply means, said housing being disposed directly at the restraint system component to be actuated by the pyrotechnic driving unit means. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
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