Finite Element Modeling of the Side Impact Dummy (SID)

A new numerical model of the side impact dummy (SID) was developed based on the DYNA3D finite element code. The model includes all of the material and structural details of SID that influence its performance in crash testing and can be run on an engineering work station in a reasonable time. This pa...

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Main Authors: Kirkpatrick, Steven W, Holmes, Bayard S, Hollowell, William T, Gabler, Hampton C, Trella, Thomas J
Format: Report
Language:English
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Summary:A new numerical model of the side impact dummy (SID) was developed based on the DYNA3D finite element code. The model includes all of the material and structural details of SID that influence its performance in crash testing and can be run on an engineering work station in a reasonable time. This paper describes the development of the finite element model and compares model predictions of acceleration and displacements with measurements made in SID calibration experiments. Preliminary parameter studies with the model show the influence of material properties and design on the measurements made with the SID instrument.
ISSN:0148-7191
2688-3627
DOI:10.4271/930104