Project Areas

HGV Commercial Vehicle Cab & Chassis

Accident Investigation

Occupant Safety

Pedestrian Safety

We use a hybrid approach to problem solving by combining simplified computer simulation models and component / sub-structure test data. This enables an early understanding of key factors affecting design for good crash performance. Continuous refinement of the computer model necessary through the vehicle development cycle facilitates each project’s objectives. The whole process leads to more reliable predictions and greater efficiency. Projects include designing or redesigning structures for improved crashworthines or occupant protection Experimental research and development, and consultancy services Our areas of expertise include:
Passenger Car Occupant Protection		Bus and Coach Occupant Protection		Commercial HGV (Cab, Chassis and Underrun Protection Systems)
Front impact Side impact Rear impact Roll over Inner compartment safety Assessment of vehicles for small drivers BOSCOS (BOne SCanning for Occupant Safety)		Roll over Seat/occupant restraint system Weight reduction exercise Fatigue testing/analysis of joints Application of alternative materials		VC-COMPAT Project (Rigid & Energy Absorbing FUPS) This project was partially funded by the Department for Transport Front impact Door intrusion Roof loading and roll over Seat and restraint system design Occupant simulation Application of alternative materials

Rail/Specialized Vehicles		Aircraft Occupant Protection		Crash safety standards
Design for crashworthiness Occupant simulation Seat design and occupant restraint system Front impact		Structural analysis and design> Energy absorbing passenger aircraft seats Occupant restraint systems Impact assessment of composite structures Aircrew protection Lightweight safety military helmets Air Accident Investigation Tool		Bus and coach roll over Formula 1 crash safety Commercial vehicle cabs

Pedestrian Protection				Biomechanics
Pedestrian impact protection				Modelling and analysis of body segments