Automotive Safety Systems Get More Dependable
Friday, May 16, 2008 - 12:35
in Physics & Chemistry
As automotive safety systems become more complex, the risk of failure increases. But European researchers believe they have found a way to improve dependability. Modern cars are complex beasts with electric and electronic components that are smarter than the average desktop computer. They perform split-second calculations so they can deploy, for example, an airbag at the appropriate time.