The report describes the development and performance of a new crash test device aptly named, Repeatable Pete. The general goal of the project was the development of an adequate crash test device to aid in the evaluation of the injury reducing potential of automotive passenger restraint systems. The general design criteria were: Repeatability of test results; Reproducibility of test results; Human-like responses in a moderate automotive crash environment; Non-frangibility. Biomechancal data describing the dynamic impact responses of unembalmed cadavers was used as the basis for humanlike performance. New and uniquely repeatable joints were developed. A urethane head and chest with more humanlike dynamic response was also developed. Self-skinning urethane foam was used extensively. Great care was used throughout to insure proper isolation of metal components. Extensive sled testing of two devices was done to verify performance.


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    Title :

    Crash Test Device Development. Repeatable Pete


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1973


    Size :

    162 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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