Airbag System

Airbag System

The airbag is made from a highly durable polyamide fabric that resists aging. It has a low coefficient of friction to ensure it unfolds easily and makes gentle contact with the skin. The airbag is dusted with talcum powder to protect it and stop it sticking. When the airbag is deployed, this powder can be seen as a white cloud. There are retaining bands on the inside which maintain the shape of the airbag when it is being inflated. There are outflow openings on the rear which allow the gas to escape.

There are 2 different ways in which airbags can folded: The standard folding and the star-shaped folding. With the star-shaped folding, the airbag expands less toward the driver. This folding is beneficial if the occupants are not sitting in their correct position ("out of position").