This study examined the suitability of booster seats for children across a wide age range. HyGe sled tests were conducted using a large vehicle buck with booster seats fitted in the rear seat. Results suggest that, with appropriate modifications, booster seats may provide a suitable option for children represented by 3 year old and 6 year old dummies. Head acceleration and neck injury data ' suggested that the boosters provided superior protection to that of an adult seatbelt. Tests with H-harnesses showed that the crotch strap was critical in eliminating ‘sub-marining’. Findings highlighted the potential for serious injury with H-harnesses misuse and identified areas for design improvement of booster seats. (a) For the covering entry of this conference, please see ITRD abstract no. E214057. Printed volume contains peer-reviewed papers. CD-ROM contains submitted papers.
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