Finite Element Model of School Bus
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Applied Mechanics Division © 1987-2012 Mercer Engineering Research Center 135 Osigian Blvd. • Warner Robins, GA 31088 info@merc-mercer.org • www.merc-mercer.org • 478.953.6800 Finite Element Model of Crash Dummy Representing a Six Year Old Passenger School Bus Safety Study MERC performed finite element analysis of a typical school bus, assessing the injury predicted to occur to children occupants during a side impact of another vehicle into the bus. MERC also assessed the predicted injuries to schoolchildren with the addition of interior bus side padding. As a result of the analyses, MERC recommended padding materials to provide the best injury protection.School Bus Safety Study