Abstract
Dummy (representing a six month old child) response and restraint configuration factors associated with a known child injury environment were investigated using a spinal cord injury accident case, a full-scale reconstruction, and sled simulations. Results of these tests series indicate that variations in forward-facing child restraint system configurations thought to influence neck loading have a minimal effect for this size dummy. Further investigations with larger child dummies are needed, and the available solution of rear facing restraints for the smaller children is reinforced.