Technical Paper
An Analysis of Deformation Mechanism in Head-On Collision
1968-02-01
680484
A study of the deformation mechanism in head-on collision was conducted. A simple dynamic model of vehicle structure was assumed, and the model analyzed by using a high-speed computer; the solutions were then compared with the experimental results. Following are the findings obtained from the solutions: 1. In the case of a vehicle with independent rear suspension, the power train can provide much more resistance to the deformation as compared with a vehicle with conventional suspension. 2. The strength of front end structure has much effect on the deformation of passenger compartment.
