Vehicle Crash Mechanics

by Matthew Huang

Overview

Governed by strict regulations and the intricate balance of complex interactions among variables, the application of mechanics to vehicle crashworthiness is not a simple task. It demands a solid understanding of the fundamentals, careful analysis, and practical knowledge of the tools and techniques of that analysis.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781040063866
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	06/19/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	504
File size:	29 MB
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Table of Contents

Crash Pulse and Kinematics. Crash Pulse Characterization. Crash Pulse Prediction--The Convolution Method. Response Prediction--Impact and Excitation Models. Response Prediction by Numerical Methods. Impulse, Momentum, and Energy. Crash Severity and Reconstruction.

Editorial Reviews

Setting forth principles of mechanics and applying them to vehicle crashworthiness, this book explores the interactions of primary elements of crashworthiness through analytical models, experimental methods, and actual crash test data. Parallel development of the analysis of real test results and the interpretation of the relevant mathematical models provides insight into the parameters and interactions that influence the results. Detailed case studies describe real-world crash tests, accidents, and the effectiveness of air bag and crash sensing systems. Design analysis formulas and two- and three-dimensional charts help in visualizing the interactions of design variables. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)