Manikin Test and Calibration System Phase I
Abstract
The objective of this project is to develop a test fixture to facilitate dynamic testing and system-level calibrations of an anthropomorphic manikin vertebral column and head complex. The calibration fixture is necessary to evaluate and improve the predictive consistency of the systems-level biofidelic performance of a test manikin under conditions of loadings that are encountered in ejection and crash environments. An optimal design arrangement to meet the calibration requirements is provided by this Phase I report. The fixture design provides controlled, accurate and repeatable excitations to produce consistent and reliable calibrations. Additionally, the fixture design provides the versatility to conduct short duration dynamic tests of aircrew interaction with various seating and restraint systems designed for ejection or crash conditions. The fixture design incorporates computer interface for input of test parameters and a pneumatic and hydraulic drive system to provide programming of the acceleration profile. The dynamic system provides significantly improved calibration over the current static techniques. This dynamic calibration capability is essential to obtain manikin test results that are repeatable and allow the comparison of one set of test results with another. Improved manikin calibration is particularly important for the reliable evaluation of life support equipment.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 02, 1997
- Accession Number
- ADA353514
Entities
People
- Donald F. Decleene
- James R. Ploszay
- Mitchell B. Oslon