Development of a Thermoplastic Composite Kneebolster 910405
A first surface thermoplastic composite knee bolster system has been developed by Chrysler Corporation for the Eagle Premier vehicle, resulting in a major breakthrough for occupant safety interior design. It provides significant weight and cost savings versus the multi-piece steel assembly it replaced. This new design, in conjunction with a motorized two (2) point seat belt system, meets all FMVSS 208 requirements for occupant protection and safety.
Citation: Barrett, A., Kaufman, M., and Larson, M., "Development of a Thermoplastic Composite Kneebolster," SAE Technical Paper 910405, 1991, https://doi.org/10.4271/910405. Download Citation
Author(s):
Alan J. Barrett, Murry C. Kaufman, Michael J. Larson
Pages: 11
Event:
International Congress & Exposition
ISSN:
0148-7191
e-ISSN:
2688-3627
Also in:
SAE 1991 Transactions - Materials & Manufacturing-V100-5
Related Topics:
Occupant protection
Safety belts
Composite materials
Thermoplastics
Assembling
Steel
Safety regulations and standards
Vehicle occupants
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