Restraint System Testing
Restraint System Testing
In recent years the popularity of light trucks and sport utility vehicles has increased dramatically in our country. Unfortunately, this has also resulted in increased exposure of vehicle occupants to rollover crashes. Research has shown that rollover crash dynamics result in multiple impacts that will be oriented in multiple directions. The seat belt’s crash sensors must, therefore, be designed and tested to perform reliably in these environments. SAFE Laboratories has developed a matrix of test methods specifically designed to evaluate various seat belt systems’ performance in the rollover crash mode. Combined with various occupant excursion test fixtures, diverse restraint designs can be studied. Additionally, full scale dynamic testing can be conducted on seatbelts and restraint systems in the frontal, side, and rear impact modes.
“Partnering with SAFE Laboratories transformed how we approach crash testing. Their expansive facility, from the crash lab to the precision machine shop, ensured our high-speed rollover tests were executed flawlessly—and safely. The team’s dedication to regulatory standards and innovative methods gave us invaluable confidence in our safety validations.”
“SAFE Laboratories delivers unmatched depth in forensic automotive analysis. Their expertise in seat back strength testing and advanced instrumentation helped us uncover critical insights in a high-stakes case. Their meticulous work not only advanced the investigation but also sharpened our preventive strategies moving forward.”
“As a researcher, collaborating with SAFE was a game-changer. The facility’s scope—crash facilities, extensive storage, machining capabilities—combined with their deep regulatory knowledge and technical precision, allowed us to conduct comprehensive automotive safety studies with accuracy and efficiency unmatched in the region.”