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SafetyWissen Poster 2012 now all new!

The popular SafetyWissen Poster will be available at SafetyWeek in Version 2012. A highlight of the poster will be a current NCAP test matrix as well as several additions to the worldwide safety requirements. The poster is available in a German and a English edition. The Chinese and Portuguese Version will follow shortly. Get your free poster at booth No. 9 at SafetyExpo or order it for free with the link below (S&H may apply).

Read more: carhs.de/safetywissen

Kyowa releases DIS-5010A Crash Recorder Series

The newly developed KYOWA DIS-5010A on board crash test data acquisition device: Shock resistant and lightweight package measuring only a fraction of the KYOWA forerunner in volume. 128 channels capacity on a DIN A 4 base size by dispersed arrangement of 4 x DIS-5010A containing 32 channels each. 16 x DIS-5010A can be arranged to a high capacity 512 channel on board test data acquisition system. Find out more on our booth #08 at the Safety Expo 2012 on May 9-10 in Aschaffenburg, Germany.

Read more: zse.de/produkte

Euro NCAP rolls out new Speed Assistance protocol for 2013

Voluntary speed limitation devices are a means to assist drivers to adhere to speed limits. The new SAS protocol contains technical requirements for both Manual Speed Assist (MSA) systems and Intelligent Speed Assist (ISA) systems where the car ‘knows’ the current legal speed limit to be used in the warning or speed limitation function based on camera and/or digital map. To be able to score full points for the speed limitation function the system (both MSA and ISA) need to fulfill the warning function and speed setting requirements. Expected release of the protocol is July 2012.

Read more: linkedin.com/euroncap (Registration req.)

Humanetics releases v7.0 of its Hybrid III 5% Female Dummy FEM Model

Humanetics announces the availability of v7.0 of the Hybrid III 5th FE model in the codes LS-DYNA and PAM-CRASH. This model is completely new and achieves superior correlation in critical areas such as neck and chest. CORA was used to objectively rate and compare the performance of the model. The mesh was refined in order to capture more detail. Joint stops that were modeled as a stiff moment-angle function in the past have been replaced by physically modeled parts; each with their respective material properties assigned to them. New component and material tests were also executed to extract better test data to be used for validation purposes.

Read more: humaneticsatd.com (pdf, 1,4MB)

NHTSA publishes NPRM on FMVSS 210 "Seat belt assembly anchorages"

This NPRM proposes to amend Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, ``Seat belt assembly anchorages,'' to specify a new force application device for use as a testing interface to transfer loads onto the seat belt anchorage system during compliance tests of anchorage strength. The device represents a human torso and pelvis. The new device comes in two sizes, one representative of a mid-size adult male, and the other of a small occupant. We propose both sizes be used in FMVSS No. 210. We believe that the devices provide a consistent test configuration and load path to the seat belt assembly anchorages. We are proposing this amendment because the devices are significantly easier to use than the current body blocks.

Read more: regulations.gov/NHTSA

ASEAN NCAP with new Webpage

Preparations for the launch of the new ASEAN NCAP are under way. MIROS has now published a webpage for the ASEAN NCAP which among others lists the current protocols for the frontal impact test. The protocols are based on the well know Euro NCAP requirements. The first test according to ASEAN NCAP protocols is planned for May 24, 2012 in Malayisa.

Read more: aseancap.org

Apr 1., IIHS publishes Draft for Frontal Small Overlap Test

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has published a draft for a test protocol for the frontal small overlap test. The protocol includes a 40 mph frontal impact with 25 % overlap against a rigid barrier. The barrier has a flat front with a 115 mm radius at the point of impact.
Details on the status of the Small Overlap Test procedures discussion and on development strategies are one of the focus areas during this years' SafetyUpDate on May 9-10, 2012 in Aschaffenburg.

Read more: iihs.org/ratings/protocols (pdf, 656 KB)

Apr 1., Volvo V40 with innovative Pedestrian Protection Airbag

The new Volvo V40 features as the very first production vehicle an innovative pedestrian protection airbag. In case of a collision with a pedestrian, sensors embedded in the front bumper activate first the hood to be lifted and then an airbag. The airbag covers about 2/3 of the windshield and a large portion of both A-pillars.

Read more: volvocars.com/news

Apr 1., FLEX-PLI-GTR v2.0 Simulation Model available

Humanetics Innovative Solutions has announced that the FLEX-PLI-GTR FE Consortium has released Version 2.0 of the FLEX-PLI-GTR LS-DYNA, PAM-CRASH, RADIOSS and ABAQUS simulation models. The consortium consists of 10 OEMs, the Federal Highway Research Institute (BASt) and Humanetics. The simulation models were validated against test results from material, component and full leg tests. According to Humanetics it could the shown in 10 full leg tests that the simulation models have an excellent correlation with max. errors less than 15 %.

Read more: humaneticsatd.com/flex-pli-gtr

Apr 1., Presentation of Safety Concepts at the 10th SafetyUpDate

As one of the highlights of the 10th SafetyUpDate from May 9-10, 2012 in Aschaffenburg, Germany, representatives from OEMs will present the safety concepts and strategies of some of the most recent car models in detail. This years' automobiles to be presented include the new Audi A3, the Ford Focus and the Opel Meriva Tourer. All cars will be around for further viewing during the whole event. Please find more information on SafetyUpDate 2012 and the other events of SafetyWeek at the link below.

Read more: safetyweek.de