Virtual modelling of safety helmets: practical problems

This work is an attempt to clarify some of the delicate aspects encountered in helmet virtual modelling. Firstly, a review of the literature is illustrated and the main aspects of the models proposed in the past are discussed. Subsequently, the development and testing of a finite element model of a commercially available helmet are analysed. The test conditions for the virtual simulations were those prescribed by the ECE 22.05 standards. Particular emphasis is given to the analysis of fibre-reinforced plastic helmets that, owing to their superior performances, are prone to further developments. The results are compared with experimental data, and possible reasons for discrepancies are analysed.

• Record URL:
  • http://www.informaworld.com/10.1080/13588260802055460
• Availability:
  • Find a library where document is available. Order URL: http://worldcat.org/issn/13588265
• Supplemental Notes:
  • Abstract reprinted with permission from Taylor & Francis
• Authors:
  • Cernicchi, A
  • Galvanetto, U
  • Iannucci, L
• Publication Date: 2008

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Print
• Features: Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: pp 451-467
• Serial:
  • International Journal of Crashworthiness
  • Volume: 13
  • Issue Number: 4
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis
  • ISSN: 1358-8265
  • Serial URL: http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/tcrs20

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Helmets; Mathematical models; Safety; Virtual reality
• Subject Areas: Highways; Safety and Human Factors; Vehicles and Equipment; I91: Vehicle Design and Safety;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01109647
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 25 2008 8:50AM