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An airbag system is a safety feature designed to protect vehicle occupants from injury or death in the event of a collision. Typically, an airbag system consists of a network of sensors, a control unit, and multiple airbags placed in strategic locations throughout the vehicle.

The airbags are designed to deploy in a fraction of a second, filling with a gas such as nitrogen or carbon dioxide to create a cushion of air between the occupant and the interior of the vehicle. The gas is contained within a small canister, known as an inflator, which is usually designed to explode rapidly in response to an electrical signal from the control unit.

When an airbag deploys, it can provide a significant reduction in the risk of serious injury or death. Research has shown that properly functioning airbags can reduce the risk of fatal injury by up to 45% and the risk of moderate to serious injury by up to 30%.

Airbag systems typically comprise multiple airbags, including front, side, and curtain (also known as side curtain) airbags. The side airbags are designed to deploy from the seat or door, while the curtain airbags are mounted in the roof rail and deploy to protect the occupant's head and torso.

The control unit, which is responsible for triggering the airbags, uses a combination of sensors to determine when and how to deploy the airbags. Sensors may include crash sensors, angle sensors, and occupant sensors. The control unit is usually programmed to consider factors such as speed, angle, and the presence or absence of occupants before deciding whether to deploy the airbags.