Adient’s new Pure Ergonomics seating concept for vehicles in the mid-to-lower-price segments is said to set new standards for comfort, functionality and resource efficiency.

The revised seat design combines a slim, resource-efficient construction with significantly enhanced ergonomics. Up to 60mm of additional legroom is created for passengers in the second row, providing a sense of spaciousness that is usually only associated with higher vehicle classes.

The seat adjustment system benefits from a complete redesign that aligns with actual occupant biomechanics. This ensures that every adjustment intuitively supports and reflects the unique anatomy of each user, setting a new standard for personalised comfort.

At the same time, the streamlined functional design specifically reduces material usage in metal, foam and trim components without compromising comfort or functionality. This has been made possible through close collaboration between OEM development teams and Adient’s system knowledge as a full-service provider with comprehensive expertise in all seating components.

Pure Ergonomics is now available for customer-specific development as a progression of the Autonomous Elegance concept for the premium segment which has been highly successful and has also been updated to reflect current automotive trends. The interior of the vehicle is increasingly being seen as a personal living space with high expectations comfort, individuality and functionality.

Autonomous Elegance

A new Autonomous Elegance adjustment feature has been designed for improved comfort and ergonomics and electronic components such as sensors and control units, as well as safety solutions like the airbag and belt systems have been integrated directly into the seat structure.

The integration significantly simplifies assembly in the vehicle interior and several OEMs have already expressed interest in the new Autonomous Elegance concept.

In a recent collaboration Adient has also integrated Autoliv’s Omni Safety safety solution for reclining seats into the new Z-Guard seating concept. Together, the companies have achieved a breakthrough in occupant protection in the zero-gravity positions, significantly reducing the potential impact of a crash on the neck, upper body, head and spine. Additional side airbags also provide increased protection in the event of a side collision.

This advanced safety system offers various performance levels that meet and exceed regulations and leading industry standards.

Adient is employing further technologies to enhance occupant safety including special sensors which detect impending collisions in advance and automatically adjust the seat to an upright position.

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