Analysis of human body dynamics in simulated rear-end impacts |
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Authors: | Shyh-Chour Huang |
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Institution: | Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Kaohsiung Institute of Technology, 415 Chien Kung Road, Kaohsiung, Taiwan 807, ROC |
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Abstract: | The objective of this study is to simulate the dynamic response of the human body within a rear-end impacted vehicle. A nonlinear mathematical model of a human body and a restraint system has been formulated. The model consists of connected rigid bodies representing the torso and limbs of the human frame. Nonlinear springs and dampers are used at the connection joints to represent human anatomical characteristics and limits imposed by muscles, ligaments, and soft tissue. Equations of motion are written for this model by using Kane's equation and multibody dynamics analysis procedures developed by Huston. The equations are integrated numerically for a number of specific cases where experimental data are available. Results show excellent agreement between the model and the experiments. The results of several accident simulations are also presented. |
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Keywords: | Rear-end impacts Human body model Multibody system |
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