Proposals for test methods to evaluate pedestrian protection for cars

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Proposals for test methods to evaluate pedestrian protection for cars

Proceedings of the 13th International Technical Conference on Experimental Safety Vehicles (ESV)

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¹EEVC Working Group 10 on Pedestrian Protection
Abstract

A programme of co-operative research to develop test methods that evaluate the protection afforded to pedestrians has been undertaken by a European Consortium acting within the auspices of a European Experimental Vehicle Committee Working Group and with financial support from the European Commission. The proposed test methods are intended for inclusion in an EC Directive and consist of three sub-systems tests to separately assess the bumper, the leading edge of the bonnet and the top of the bonnet. Each of the test conditions are generally based on a car to pedestrian impact velocity of 40km/h but for assessment of the leading edge of the bonnet the test requirements are adjusted to compensate for the influence of vehicle shape. The acceptance levels for the tests are based on the characteristics of the weaker sections of the adult population including the aged, who have been shown to be the most susceptible to injury. The proposals are considered to be appropriate for children, but a separate child head impact test has been included to assess their particular requirements. This paper gives a general description of these test methods and also discusses their significance to the design of cars.

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