It is normal for the SEMA concept car from Volvo focuses on safety. It was a natural choice. However, 2007 marks the first year that Volvo has built a SEMA vehicle with a specific area of security: enter the Volvo XC70 Surf Rescue (SR). Inspired by the surf rescue vehicles up and down the coast of Southern California, SR XC70 Volvo embody the core values of privacy in a bold and exciting that will make world debut at this year's show Special Equipment Association of the market.
As with every SEMA concept from Volvo, all equipment in the safety standards XC70 SR intact and functioning. The Volvo XC70 is all new 2008 and incorporates the cutting edge passive and preventive safety systems.
"We developed the all new XC70 with a goal that should be the safest vehicles in its segment," says Ingrid Skogsmo, director of Volvo Cars Safety Center. "XC70 models from the same sophisticated network of interacting safety systems as an all-new Volvo S80. Patented body structure absorbs energy in a very effective. And the system of internal security, including the latest generation of side airbags and protection of cervical whip. Next, we present a global innovation in the field of child safety. "
In a true demonstration of the flexibility of the family / adventure XC70, Volvo combines height-adjustable built-in booster cushion - a world first - with an extended inflatable curtain to provide industry best security system for precious cargo in the rear passenger.
Safety innovation does not stop there. Update the latest technology including a new structure for the stronger party to optimize side impact protection, not only for children but for all residents. Face the entire body structure is both stronger and lighter thanks to a balanced combination of high strength steels of different qualities.
In addition, a new type of side airbag - first seen in the all-new S80 model - refines Volvo's patented SIPS (Security protection against side impact) in a more effective security system. The new side airbags have two separate rooms, one for the hips and the other to the chest. Since the hips can withstand greater force than the chest, lower chamber pressure is increased in up to five times the top. The curtain side airbags interact with the rubber and the network of safety beams to provide institutions the most effective protection.
Volvo system for avoiding neck injuries - whip (Whiplash Protection System) - is one of the best on the market. In the case of rear collision, the front passenger seat that came with the initial body movement and dampens the incoming force rather like a hand does when catching a ball. All new XC70 features the next generation of whip mechanism, developed to ensure that the gentle damping motion and provide good contact between the head and head restraint throughout the impact sequence.
With high ground clearance of the new XC70, there are relatively high-placed bumpers can create an increased risk of damage to the vehicle passengers along with lower positioned bumpers. To reduce the risk of injury in a collision, the front suspension sub-frame is equipped with a cross placed on the lower bumper height of a conventional car. This lower beam is integrated into the structure of the XC70 and carefully hidden behind the spoiler. In a collision, the rail is designed to attack the protective structure of the car approaching, which activate the crumple zone as intended so that residents can be given the highest protection level.
Protection for pedestrians and cyclists have also been developed in the new XC70. Home has been given energy-absorbing properties, at least with the structure of generously dimensioned soft in the front bumper that helps reduce the risk of leg injury. In addition, the lower edge of the wing has been reinforced and moved forward, almost equivalent to the bumper. The aim is that the contact area to pedestrians or cyclists should be spread over a larger area, thus contributing to reduce the risk of injury. The lines are raised and the closing down of the honeycomb structure distributes the load in terms of impact, helping to absorb energy and reduce the risk of injury.
Better protect drivers and passengers in the new XC70 is a telescopic steering column, which, during deformation, moves horizontally for best integration with the airbag, the pedals are functional limit the risk of penetration into the passenger compartment airbags feature two-step, seat belt pre-tensioner and belt reminders for all five seats, belt force limiting for front seat, reinforced, transverse beam pipe installed between the A-posts; strong SIPS tubes in a chair and a sturdy magnesium bracket in the middle of vehicles equipped with diagonal steel beams in ultra-high doors, and, like all Volvo cars, the engine, transversely mounted compact.
"The best way to protect occupants of vehicles to avoid accidents," said Skogsmo "That's why we've developed a number of advanced driving and support systems that interact intelligently to assist the driver in the circumstances. Difficult, but do not drive yourself or take responsibility for progress. Our task is to help drivers make the right decision, he was alert and in a variety of ways that show how the best way to get out the situation. "
To help drivers keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front, Volvo has developed Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). This system should primarily be regarded as a function of convenience, but also to contribute to a more controlled progress if the speed of movement is uneven.
This technology is also used as the basis for some of Volvo's advanced driving and support systems. Using radar sensors, adaptive cruise control continues to monitor the gap to the vehicle ahead and automatically adjusts vehicle speed to ensure that this gap is not reduced too much. The driver activates the cruise control by setting a desired speed between 18 and 124 mph, then selecting the minimum time interval to the vehicle in front. There are five gaps from time to choose between the different.
The rear-end collisions are a common type of accident. In many cases, the reason is that drivers distracted and failed to respond in time. In this context, Volvo has developed a system called Collision Warning with Brake Assist. Area in front of the vehicle is continuously monitored with the aid of radar sensors. If the all-new XC70 approaches another vehicle from behind and the driver does not react, a red flashing warning lights on the windshield. At the same time, the sound of a bell. In some situations, this is enough for drivers to react and take action to avoid danger.
If the risk of collision increases despite the warning, brake assist system is activated. To shorten the reaction time the brakes are prepared for the action of the automatic application of pads against the discs. In addition, the hydraulic brake pressure is amplified produces a good braking effect even if the driver does not hit particularly hard on the brake pedal.
"If the road is not too high speed, brake assist helps reduce the consequences of a collision," said Skogsmo. "However, the reaction is always an important driver for the result."
To help drivers maintain better control over the driving situation, the new XC70 is equipped with a blis (Blind Spot Information System). Using cameras integrated into door mirrors, blis registers whether another vehicle in the blind spot offset to the rear. If there is a car there, the light illuminating the relevant mirror to alert drivers and improve his chances to take the right decision.
All new XC70 has a highly advanced braking with a number of functions that interact to provide the shortest possible braking in all conditions. They include Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), a new generation of Volvo's emergency braking support, whether using a vacuum and hydraulic capacity to help the engine brake in the shortest possible distance in a panic situation, Optimized Hydraulic Brakes (OHB) to assist in braking deceleration in the compensation for low pressure in the brake vacuum servo brake warning Ready (RAB) can predict rapid braking and apply the brake pads against the discs even before the pilot is able to push the brake pedal, and Fading Brake Support (FBS), which uses hydraulics to gradually build up braking pressure hard length during braking, thus helping to reduce the risk of fading and maintain pedal feel.
To help the best possible visibility when driving at night on the road and the bend of the curve, the new XC70 can be equipped with Active Bi-Xenon - The following lights sweep around and bend in the road. A mini-processor is used to calculate and analyze a number of parameters and optimize the beam depending on the situation. Lamp can swivel up to 15 degrees in each direction. To save wear on the system, it is automatically disabled in daylight conditions.
In a world increasingly precarious control is important, even when the vehicle is parked. As a matter of protection against theft and avoid situations that may involve personal risk, Volvo Personal Car Communicator Communicator (PCC) to provide information for safety and security. This pocket-forward control center can tell the owner if the vehicle is locked or not, and if the alarm is triggered. If the alarm has been triggered, the CPC will indicate if a person in the vehicle via the heartbeat sensor and a highly sensitive process of computing progress.
Promote safety, the new XC70 can be specified with laminated glass in all windows, including rear side windows and tailgate, making the robbery more difficult. This means that the trunk also get effective protection. Storage system at the rear under the trunk floor has a capacity of more than 1.62 cubic meters (without a spare tire), and is now locked. Locked automatically and easily when the tub is closed and locked.
All-new XC70 packages both security and convenience with an optional motorized tailgate. With the push of a button on the remote control, full access to the storage area occurs courtesy of the vehicle hydraulics. To reduce the risk of accidents destroy the hand or fingers, closed the panel in the tub itself. In addition, security features dual-stage integrated into the tailgate, which involves a cast on each side of the pinch protection and emergency stop. Hydraulic system is equipped with a force sensor, stopping immediately if it detects obstacles during operation.
