Can Inflatable Pants Save Your Life?

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Motorcycle airbags work using principles from physics and engineering to rapidly detect and respond to crash conditions. In high-tech suits, sensors like accelerometers measure changes in speed (acceleration), gyroscopes track angular rotation or tipping, and GPS provides real-time velocity data. When all three detect patterns consistent with a crash-like sudden deceleration, abnormal leaning, or unexpected speed changes, a small gas canister rapidly inflates the airbag in just 20 to 100 milliseconds. This inflation cushions critical parts of the body, such as the chest, spine, and neck, significantly reducing impact forces and potential injuries. Simpler mechanical systems use a tether connected to the bike: if the rider is thrown off, the tension in the cord triggers the inflation.

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