John W. Hetrick
(1918-1999)
American engineer
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John W. Hetrick (July 23, 1918 - April 8, 1999), from Newport, Pennsylvania, was an American engineer who is credited for inventing the airbag. Hetrick originally called the device a "Safety cushion assembly for automotive vehicles." He built the original prototype on his kitchen table in 1952, and applied for a patent on Aug 5, 1952.
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23 July 1918
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8 April 1999 (aged 80)
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| Zodiac | Cancer |
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