Car Crash Simulators Continue to Make Progress

Abstract

　A car crash simulator is a test device that can accurately reproduce the acceleration generated in a vehicle cabin at the time of a car crash. They are used in the research and development of passive safety devices such as seats and seatbelts, air bags and headrests, doors, car interiors, etc.

　This article describes the achievements made so far and future efforts for the car crash simulator that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Systems, Ltd. manufactures and sells.