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Method for multi-directional anticipatory arming of vehicle restraints

  • US 6,295,495 B1
  • Filed: 04/24/2001
  • Issued: 09/25/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/24/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for multi-directional anticipatory arming of restraint systems for a vehicle comprising the steps of:

  • monitoring outputs from impact radar sensors located on the vehicle;

    determining whether an impact range is less than a predetermined value;

    obtaining a closing velocity (CV);

    determining a supervisory time window (STW);

    determining whether at least one of the CV and STW are within predetermined limits; and

    setting a velocity arming flag to activation of the restraint systems if the CV and STW are within the predetermined limits.

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