An airbag is a device designed to inflate rapidly and deploy as a cushion in an automobile, intended to protect occupants from injury or death during a collision.
Usage examples
The airbag in my car deployed instantly when I was involved in a minor accident, protecting me from sustaining serious injuries.
As a safety precaution, it is important to ensure that the airbags in your vehicle are properly maintained and regularly checked by a professional.
During a frontal collision, the airbag inflates rapidly to provide a cushion and prevent the driver or passenger from hitting the hard surfaces of the vehicle.
The new model of the car is equipped with advanced sensors that detect the intensity of an impact and determine when to deploy the airbags.
In some cases, faulty airbags have caused injuries or failed to inflate during accidents, leading to product recalls by car manufacturers.
The driver's side airbag is designed to protect the upper body, particularly the head and chest, while the passenger's side airbag is designed to protect the entire body.
Modern airbag systems also include side-impact airbags that are designed to protect occupants in the event of a collision from the side.
In high-end luxury vehicles, airbags are often installed in various sections of the car, including the doors and even the seat belts, to provide maximum protection in case of an accident.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) strongly recommends wearing seat belts in addition to relying on airbags for optimal safety in a car.