Abstract: An energy absorbing element contains a free-flowing medium. The medium is expressed from the element, upon the occurrence of an impact, through at least one opening. The medium is enclosed in a capsule that bursts on impact.
Abstract: The invention relates to a steering column provided with an impact energy absorbing element, comprising a collapsible container (1) containing a flowing medium. The medium is pressed through an opening (2) on an impact, the resistance of which can be controlled by a device (10).
Abstract: A shoe contains an adjustable space for the foot and several fluidically connected chambers. In order to adjust the space for the foot, the flowability of a magnetorheological liquid can be influenced by at least one device generating a magnetic field thereby adjusting the space for the foot resulting in a better fitting of the shoe.