An Integrated Approach to the Simulation of Vehicle Crashworthiness and Occupant Protection Systems

1991 ◽  
Author(s):  
B.D. Walker ◽  
P.R.B. Dallard
Keyword(s):  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Occupant Protection ◽  
Protection Systems ◽  
Vehicle Crashworthiness

A Critical Review of Polymer-based Composite Automotive Bumper Systems

2002 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 627-636 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.M. Sapuan ◽  
N. Suddin ◽  
M. A. Maleque
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Structural Component ◽  
Cooling System ◽  
Material Selection ◽  
Manufacturing Processes ◽  
Occupant Protection ◽  
Vehicle Crashworthiness

An automobile bumper is a structural component, which contributes to vehicle crashworthiness or occupant protection during front or rear collisions. The bumper systems also protect the hood, trunk, fuel, exhaust and cooling system as well as safety related equipments. A brief description of bumper components and a critical review of polymer-based bumper systems with specific methodology are provided. This article advocates proper bumper design and material selection. The authors also discuss bumper components from the standpoint of the materials and their manufacturing processes.

Examination of the Ability of Conceptual Airbag Systems to Affect Restrained Occupant Kinematics and Associated Neck Loads During Rollover Impact Conditions

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keith Friedman ◽  
John Hutchinson ◽  
Dennis Mihora
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Seat Belt ◽  
Finite Element Models ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Occupant Protection ◽  
Protection Systems ◽  
Occupant Kinematics ◽  
Alternative Designs

Rollover occupant protection systems consist of many design elements such as various seat belt types, airbags, active and passive seats, and deployable systems in rollover impacts. In this study conceptual airbag systems intended to modify occupant kinematics were examined. The potential effects of these systems on occupant neck loads were evaluated. Finite element models of an LTV type vehicle and a 50th percentile dummy were utilized to evaluate the effects of alternative designs on neck loads under example rollover conditions. CAE representations of deployable airbag system types were created. Results of the study are summarized below.

New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP): Vehicle Selection and Results of Phase II

2014 ◽  
Vol 931-932 ◽  
pp. 572-577
Author(s):  
Rahman Mohd Khairudin ◽  
Isa Mohd Hafzi Md ◽  
Jawi Mohd Zulhaidi ◽  
Abu Kassim Khairil Anwar
Keyword(s):  
Phase Ii ◽  
Motor Vehicle ◽  
Southeast Asian ◽  
Crash Test ◽  
Asian Countries ◽  
Occupant Protection ◽  
Assessment Program ◽  
Specific Objective ◽  
Vehicle Crashworthiness ◽  
Southeast Asian Countries

New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian countries (ASEAN NCAP) is established with specific objective to elevate motor vehicle safety in the region. In line with United Nations Decade of Action for Global Road Safety 2011-2020 decree, the program is anticipated to influence consumer perception towards opting safer cars. This paper presents the results of ASEAN NCAP Phase II test on eleven popular models via offset frontal crash test, as well as the Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) results. This paper also includes explanation on the criteria for vehicle selection, as well as the direction for ASEAN NCAP to encompass the whole spectrum of occupant protection and vehicle crashworthiness.

Improving Occupant Protection Systems in Frontal Crashes

1996 ◽  
Author(s):  
William T. Hollowell ◽  
Sheldon L. Stucki
Keyword(s):  
Occupant Protection ◽  
Protection Systems ◽  
Frontal Crashes
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