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3D Modeling & Drafting for Crash Test Dummies
Case Study Highlights
The utilization of crash test dummies in the development of automobiles & aircrafts remain inevitable to evaluate the
Client Profile:
ergonomics and safety effectively. As safety norms continue
Crash Test Dummy Manufacturer, USA
to become more stringent, the dummies are increasingly becoming sophisticated to record details that exactly
Objective:
replicate the behavior of human body. The manufacturing of
To develop 3D model, assembly and detailed 2D drawings for crash test dummies
these anthropomorphic devices (ATD) are limited to handful
Challenges:
specification standards as required by government safety
Developing complex surface geometry with =
agencies and automobile manufacturers.
machining details for face, skull & neck portions = Maintaining weight proportions and articulations
to replicate human body = Ensuring accurate assembly of individual body
parts of the dummy = Establishing appropriate manufacturing details
in the manufacturing drawings
of manufacturers due to the requirement of maintaining high
A leading ATD manufacturer from the US required a 3D modeling and drafting solution for a crash test dummy as per the design specification mentioned by the automobile manufacturer.
Solution The crash test dummy model was successfully developed in 3D using professional CAD tools, with accurate surface
Solution:
geometry and assembly details. In order to ensure weight
Surface modeling, assembly and detailed 2D
proportions and articulation to replicate human body,
drawings were developed as per the inputs provided
special care was taken to maintain dimensional accuracy.
by the client. Manufacturing information was
Along with a 3D model of the dummy, detailed assembly as
accurately provided within the detailed 2D drawings
well as 2D drawings was provided to the client to meet the
to meet the requirements of production.
production requirements.
Comprehensive digital model of the crash test dummy was developed, assisting client in easy manufacturing and future modifications.
Benefits ? Comprehensive design information reduced
Software Used: SolidWorks
manufacturing time Quick modification in the model was made possible to ? meet specific future requirements
About Hi-Tech
Author: Gaurang Trivedi
Hi-Tech Outsourcing Services is one of the leading engineering services providers with an extensive expertise in CAD modeling for automotive, process, building/architecture and heavy engineering industries. Based in India and USA, we render engineering services to clients across the globe with a team of qualified draftsmen and engineering professionals.
Source: http://www.hitechos.com/pdf/eso/mechanical-engineering/crash-test-dummies.pdf
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