The influence of the stiffness and shape of a car-front on injuries of bicyclists caused by side collisions was studied by computer simulation. Simulation was a suitable method in this case because of two reasons: variation of shape and stiffness is more difficult to perform in case of an experimental model than when a computer model is used. Furthermore experimental simulation results were available to verify the standard simulation. Simulation gives the opportunity to vary a large number of parameter. In the study discussed in this paper however, only the influence of the bonnet angle was investigated. From the performed mathematical simulations it is concluded that a greater bonnet angle has a positive effect on the head acceleration. This effect also occurs when a windscreen is simulated. (A)
Computer simulation and vehicle front optimisation
Proceedings of the 26th International Symposium on Automotive Technology and Automation (ISATA) dedicated conference on road and vehicle safety, Aachen, Germany, 13th-17th September 1993
Jaar
Pagina's
397-403
Verschenen in
Working together for a better future
ISBN
0-947719-54-7
Stad congres
Aachen, Germany
Datum congres
13-17 September 1993
Gepubliceerd door
Automotive Automation Limited, Croydon
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