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Source: http://www.hitechos.com/pdf/eso/mechanical-engineering/crash-test-dummies.pdf

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

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agencies and automobile manufacturers.

machining details for face, skull & neck

portions
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Maintaining weight proportions and articulations

to replicate human body

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Ensuring accurate assembly of individual body

parts of the dummy

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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
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Comprehensive design information reduced

Software Used: SolidWorks

manufacturing time
Quick modification in the model was made possible to
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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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