| abstract |
The invention relates to a pyrotechnic hot-gas generator intended for motor vehicle safety. n The generator is in the form of a one-piece cylindrical tube (1) which is broken down into an upstream part (7) and a downstream part (10) each containing in particular an igniter (13, 14) and a pyrotechnic charge, and which flank an intermediate part (8) constituting a diffuser. The upstream part (7) and the downstream part (10) are each separated from the intermediate part (8) by an internal partition (3, 4) bearing a closed-off nozzle (5, 6). A safety valve (26) is pressed against the partition (4) and makes it possible to vary the volume of gas generated or the rate of inflation of the bag in accordance with the electrical signals received by the generator. |