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In 2009 the automaker Mercedes-Benz new car for experimental research in the field of vehicle safety. This unique car was called the Mercedes-Benz ESF. The new security features that brought this project, included the Adaptive Airbag Size.

Mercedes-Benz in 1980 for the first time offer its customers the airbag as part of safety equipment. During that time became an inseparable part of the airbag safety features of each new car. Mercedes engineers has now come up with further refinement, the so-called adaptive airbag.

sample function of adaptive airbag

Size Adaptive Airbag, unlike classical airbag can inflate its preset level. Classic front airbag has a volume of around 120 liters. From Adaptive airbag can inflate Mercedes is exactly as its position and passenger weight, the body is able to optimize the clash with the airbag and significantly reduce the consequences of an accident.

Text: John Sajdl
Photo: www.daimler.com
Keywords: passive safety, the safety element, Size Adaptive Airbag, Mercedes-Benz, Daimler, adaptive airbags, airbag

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