Citation

Sharp JE. Proc. Am. Assoc. Automot. Med. Annu. Conf. 1963; 7: 155-157.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1963, Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine)

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Abstract

The deceleration forces experienced by a crew member of a B-58 ejecting at supersonic speeds are comparable with, or more severe than, a typical head-on automobile crash. Forces of approximately 30 g's are involved yet crewmen survive with little or no injury. The secret is the controlled environment with an adequate restraint system. I believe the three-point belt with locked waist belt more nearly approaches this system with the protection it affords while still providing necessary convenience of use.

Why a Three-Point Belt rather than other types of shoulder restraint? It embodies a one-point attachment and release. Examples and illustrations are provided.