According to foreign media reports, Waymo has applied for a patent for its new airbag. In the event of a serious car accident, this kind of airbag can completely cover the passengers and provide more effective protection.

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　　(Source: fineauto)

　　This patent is called "Deployable passenger enclosure", which can fully protect passengers like a cocoon in case of collision.

　　It should be noted that if necessary, such a protective cover can be installed in the cabin, which can protect the passengers in front and significantly "reduce the risk of injury in accidents".

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　　(Source: autotimesnews)

　　The patent wrote: "In some embodiments, the system can further include a second seat. The second part of the airbag system may be integrated into the second seat. When an accident occurs, the airbag is quickly opened, and its second part and first part can form a local enclosure around the seat to reduce the possibility of personal injury. "

　　The patent was submitted in June 2018 and was authorized in December this year. It has not yet been mass-produced.

　　Last year, ZF demonstrated another unusual airbag. The company’s new airbag is not installed in the car, but installed outside the car. After receiving the signal from the body sensor, the external airbag can be inflated before the side collision.