Automotive
Technical Paper

Structural Thermoplastic Composites for Interior Energy Management to Meet FMVSS 201 and 208

910045

02/01/1991

Event
International Congress & Exposition
Authors
Patrice Gerault Exxon Chemical Co.
Mark Huber Chrysler Motors Corp.
Mike Rosser Exxon Chemical Co.
Abstract
Content
More stringent Federal Regulations (FMVSS 201 & 208) have been established to limit injuries of car passengers in case of accidents.
Materials with good energy management capability, such as Structural Thermoplastic Composites, are being given the first roles in instrument panel, kneebolster and seat applications.
Meta Tags
Topics
Energy management
Instrument panels
Thermoplastics
Safety regulations and standards
Composite materials
Regulations
Injuries
Seats and seating
Affiliated or Co-Author
Exxon Chemical Co.
Chrysler Motors Corp.
Details
DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/910045
Pages
14
Citation
Gerault, P., Huber, M., and Rosser, M., "Structural Thermoplastic Composites for Interior Energy Management to Meet FMVSS 201 and 208," SAE Technical Paper 910045, 1991, https://doi.org/10.4271/910045.
Additional Details
Publisher
SAE International
Published
Feb 1, 1991
Product Code
910045
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English