The changes in injury source rankings associated with the introduction of the major safety oriented component modifications (pre- vs. post-standards vehicles) were examined as well as the influence of the energy absorbing (EA) steering assembly on occupant injury risk and the influence of the head restraint on whiplash injury risk. Data pertaining to one and two car collissions involving American make automobiles manufactured between 1960 and 1973 were used. These data were selected from the files of Calspan's Tri-Level Accident Study. As far as the injury source rankings are concerned, little change between pre- and post-standards vehicles was recorded for injuries classified as minor. However, for serious injury, decreases in injury hazard associated with the instrument panel, windshield, and steering assembly were evident. For overall injury, the EA system was demonstrated effective in reducing injury risk for lap belted drivers.
The Effects of Automobile Interior Design Changes on Injury Risk
1974
42 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
The effects of automobile interior design changes on injury risk. Final rept
Tema Archiv | 1974
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