Development of a Variable Stiffness Seatback

2022-01-0858

03/29/2022

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WCX SAE World Congress Experience
Authors Abstract
Content
Development of a seat with an active adjustable seatback stiffness for enhanced safety during a rear impact is demonstrated. Review of literature suggests that there is not a single value for seatback stiffness to optimize occupant protection. An automobile seat whose stiffness can be actively adjusted based on EDR input and other factors can potentially enhance occupant safety during some rear impact crashes. Static pull tests were performed using a prototype seat demonstrating how seatback stiffness can be modified, and deformation limited, using electromechanical means. Research and development of this technology is ongoing.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/2022-01-0858
Pages
8
Citation
Warner, W., and Warner, M., "Development of a Variable Stiffness Seatback," SAE Technical Paper 2022-01-0858, 2022, https://doi.org/10.4271/2022-01-0858.
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Published
Mar 29, 2022
Product Code
2022-01-0858
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English