A Review of the effectiveness of seat belt systems: design and safety considerations

Authors
Huston, RL
Citation
Rl. Huston, A Review of the effectiveness of seat belt systems: design and safety considerations, INT J CRASH, 6(2), 2001, pp. 243-252
Citations number
31
Categorie Soggetti
Mechanical Engineering
Journal title
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CRASHWORTHINESS
ISSN journal
13588265 → ACNP
Volume
6
Issue
2
Year of publication
2001
Pages
243 - 252
Database
ISI
SICI code
1358-8265(2001)6:2<243:AROTEO>2.0.ZU;2-G
Abstract
Following a description of seat belt components, this paper presents a revi ew, analysis, and discussion of the effectiveness and limitations of seat b elt systems. Causes of malfunction are identified. The paper also discusses expected findings in post-accident inspections of seat belt systems. Final ly, a brief discussion of current and future design improvements is given.