TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2003//
TI  - Evaluation of child restraints for holden commodores
JO  - Proceedings: International Technical Conference on the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles
A1  - Charlton, Judith L.
A1  - Fildes, Brian N.
A1  - Olsson, T.
A1  - Truedsson, N.
A1  - Smith, S.
A1  - Kobus, J.
A1  - Kelly, P.
SP  - 5 p.
EP  - 5 p.
VL  - 2003
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N2  - A two-stage study was conducted to identify a suitable child restraint (CRS) to fit a Holden Commodore vehicle. Seven CRS were evaluated: 1 infant capsule (rear-facing), 3 dedicated forward-facing restraints and 3 convertibles (rear-facing mode for infants and forward-facing mode for children). Stage 1 testing involved an evaluation of goodness-of-fit and quality of installation. Stage 2 testing involved dynamic sled tests (frontal and side-impact) using the 5 best performers from Stage 1. Amongst the rear-facing restraints, the capsule performed better than all convertibles, showing least reduction of front seat space and greatest lateral stability under a 200N force. Of the restraints tested in forward-facing mode, one dedicated forward-facing restraint was found to be superior. The sled tests showed differences in dummies' forward head excursion, forward and lateral stability of CRS, and side-impact head protection. Overall, although the findings suggested a good level of protection, several areas for design improvement were highlighted including methods of fixing the restraint to the vehicle and the size of the side wings.<p /> 
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UR  - http://dx.doi.org/
ID  - ref1
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