Pyrotechnical Safety Switches (PSS)

Autoliv

Electric, hybrid and autonomous vehicles have larger batteries and more power and can have thermal events during accidents. 
Pyrotechnical Safety Switches can disconnect vehicle power in milliseconds during an accident or power surge, giving occupants valuable time to get to safety and prevent further vehicle damage. 

Designed to disconnect the battery circuit in a traumatic traffic incident or crash
Instantly cuts power to prevent surges, damage or fire
Halts the potential for heat build-up which could lead to ignition by cutting the electrical power source
Highly safe handling during transport, installation and dismantling
Reliable over vehicle lifetime