A SYSTEM OF DEFORMABLE HOOD SWITCH AND HOOD LOCK MEMBER IN A VEHICLE FOR REDUCTION IN HEAD INJURY CRITERIA

摘要

This invention relates to a system of deformable hood switch and hood lock member in a vehicle for reduction in head injury criteria comprising a hood switch mounted on hood lock _member by means of a fastener in which the hood switch includes a bracket with an anti rotation feature accommodating a spring loaded plunger, wherein bottom mounting plate of bracket is provided with a bead between the plunger and fastener. It is associated with the following advantageous features: Improved value of HIC thereby addressing safety of pedestrian during collision with vehicle. Maximum deformation of hood switch. Cost effective. Ease in manufacturing.