WHIPS Measurement

Database table	seat
Database variable name	whips_measurement
Introduction date	2009-07-01
Expiration date	Still active

Short description

Backrest reclining distance (mm).

Values

Whole number (mm).

Description

State the reclining distance of the seat due to the WHIPS system. In a WHIPS (WHIplash Protection System) seat, the entire backrest reclines during a rear impact in order to support the neck. This system was introduced by Volvo in 1999 to reduce whiplash injuries.

Short description

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