Hyundai Mobis introduces the world's first airbags specifically designed for Purpose Built Vehicles. These safety technologies consider the unique characteristics of PBVs, which typically have a spacious interior and versatile design options. With the anticipated commercialization of PBV-based fleet services, the demand for passenger safety technologies in this sector is expected to increase.

On the 18th, Hyundai Mobis announced the development of the world's first 'door-mounted curtain airbag' that deploys from the bottom to the top and the 'self-supporting passenger airbag,' which absorbs impact solely through the support from the lower part of the airbag.

Both technologies aim to prevent passenger ejection and significantly reduce injuries during collisions or rollovers. They also meet stringent safety standards in advanced markets such as North America.

Hyundai Mobis is the first to apply a wire mechanism to curtain airbags. The cushion unfolds along wires installed on both sides of the airbag, preventing passengers from being ejected from the window. This design meets the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) ejection mitigation standard (FMVSS 226), ensuring enhanced safety.

PBVs often use sliding doors for rear passenger access, which might limit the space available for airbag installation due to the door structure located on the ceiling. In such cases, the door-installed airbag proves effective.

Moreover, Hyundai Mobis is focusing on the scalability of airbags for PBVs. They plan to develop and introduce a variety of airbags tailored to diverse interior designs, catering to customer needs with flexible seating arrangements and passenger orientations.

Hyundai Mobis is the global no. 6 automotive supplier, headquartered in Seoul, Korea. Hyundai Mobis has outstanding expertise in sensors, sensor fusion in ECUs and software development for safety control. The company's products also include various components for electrification, brakes, chassis and suspension, steering, airbags, lighting, and automotive electronics. Hyundai Mobis operates its R&D headquarters in Korea, with four technology centers in the United States, Germany, China and India.
 

Source: prnewswire.com

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