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Energy Absorption Material Selection Methodology for Head/A-Pillar
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Abstract
The objectives of this paper are to establish a reasonable procedure for padding selection (for head/A-pillar protection) and to demonstrate how the procedure would be applied in a particular vehicle. The objectives are met by a four step procedure:
- 1. Theoretical analysis of material properties and the effect of padding materials on head responses,
- 2. Static or quasi-static and dynamic evaluations of the material properties,
- 3. Preliminary evaluation of the protective capabilities of the materials by simulated A-pillar component testing, and
- 4. Final evalution of the most promising material candidate by component testing the material installed on the upper A-pillar of a 1981 Chevrolet Citation.
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Monk, M. and Sullivan, L., "Energy Absorption Material Selection Methodology for Head/A-Pillar," SAE Technical Paper 861887, 1986, https://doi.org/10.4271/861887.Also In
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