Mathematical model validated by a crash test for studying the occupant’s kinematics and dynamics in a cars’ frontal collision
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DOI: 10.1007/s12239-017-0099-0
Abstract: The aim of the paper was to determine the kinematic parameters that influence the occupant injury risk through a mathematical model. The developed model is a 2D model composed of 4 bodies (2 vehicles, thorax… read more here.
Keywords: frontal collision; crash test; model; kinematics ... See more keywords
Shorter pregnant women restrained in the rear seat of a car are at risk for serious neck injuries: Biomechanical analysis using a pregnant crash test dummy.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2018.08.033
Abstract: INTRODUCTION When considering seat belt contacts to the neck in pregnant woman of shorter height sitting in the rear seat of a vehicle, subsequent injuries after a collision must be understood in the context of… read more here.
Keywords: neck; kinematics; crash test; rear seat ... See more keywords
Steer-induced loss of control of a minibus on a wet surface
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DOI: 10.1080/13588265.2017.1328650
Abstract: ABSTRACT This paper serves to document the development of the crash test automation system and the steer-induced loss of control test of a Toyota Quantum minibus. The paper covers the literature reviewed for the sake… read more here.
Keywords: crash; control; crash test; induced loss ... See more keywords
Crashworthiness analysis of a composite guardrail under impact loading
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DOI: 10.1177/14644207231152432
Abstract: Road safety barriers prevent cars from deviating from the roads. Guardrails as common roadside safety barriers protect cars from dangers alongside the roads, such as steep slopes and trees, and redirect traffic from road hazards.… read more here.
Keywords: steel; composite guardrail; energy; impact ... See more keywords