This paper describes a finite element computer simulation of a New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) full scale crash test. The full scale test selected for this study is a 30mph frontal impact of a 1993 Ford Taurus vehicle into a rigid flat wall. Finite element models of a Ford Taurus vehicle, a Hybrid III dummy, and a driver side airbag were combined to simulate the test. The vehicle, dummy, and ...

Abstract Compared with ordinary helicopters, the flying speed of high-speed helicopters is increased from 350km / h to 450km h, and crash bound exceed 12.8m s, which greatly increases probability collision injury pilots’ head. The equipment, such as traditional safety belts crashworthy seats, cannot play an effective role in protection. In order effectively improve survival rate helicopter pilo...

A case is presented which is thought to be the first described example of rib fracture occurring as a result of airbag inflation. It would appear that the propellant cartridge came loose during deployment to form a missile, striking the patient on his chest and fracturing a rib.

The recent real-world experience with the frontal airbags and their sometimes unfortunate interaction with small size adults and children led to the analytical efforts and the results reported in this paper. The focus of this paper is an analytical study investigating the side impact protection performance of side airbags in interaction with, out-of-position occupants. The study evaluates inter...