EUROPEAN NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAMME(Euro NCAP)FILM & PHOTO PROTOCOL

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Preface
This document should always be used in conjunction with the current testing protocols for the
Front ODB, Front FW, Side Barrier, Side Pole, Pedestrian, Whiplash, LSS and AEB tests.

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Table of Contents
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INTRODUCTION
2GENERAL FILM AND PHOTO REQUIREMENTS
2.1 Digital Data Format, Encoding and Sampling Requirements
2.2 Vehicle Markings
2.3 Camera Locations
2.4 Still Photographs
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FRONTAL OFFSET DEFORMABLE BARRIER IMPACT
3.1 Vehicle Marking Locations
3.2 Camera Locations and Views
3.3 Still Photographs
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FRONTAL FULL WIDTH RIGID BARRIER IMPACT
4.1 Vehicle Markings
4.2 Camera Locations and Views
4.3 Still Photographs
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SIDE MOVING DEFORMABLE BARRIER IMPACT
5.1 Vehicle and Barrier Markings
5.2 Camera Locations and Views
5.3 Still Photographs
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SIDE OBLIQUE POLE IMPACT
6.1 Vehicle and Pole Markings
6.2 Camera Locations and Views
6.3 Still Photographs
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WHIPLASH TESTS
7.1 Sled, Seat and Dummy Markings
7.2 Camera Locations and Views
7.3 Still Photographs
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PEDESTRIAN SUBSYSTEM TESTS
8.1 Vehicle and Other Markings
8.2 Camera Locations and Views
8.3 Still Photographs
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AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING TESTS – CAR to CAR
9.1 Vehicle Markings
9.2 Camera Locations and Views
9.3 Still Photographs
10 AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING TESTS – PEDESTRIAN
10.1
Vehicle Markings
10.2
Camera Locations and Views
10.3
Still Photographs
11 LANE SUPPORT SYSTEMS TEST
11.1
Camera Locations and Views
11.2
Still Photographs
11.3
Vehicle Markings

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INTRODUCTION
From the start, Euro NCAP test protocols have included requirements for film andphotographs. High quality visuals are important to accurately record the kinematics of
the impact during the test and to support the vehicle inspection and the analysis of thevehicle performance. Increasingly, however, high resolution media are needed forcommunication purposes such as publications on internet, social media, TV
broadcasting, brochures, etc.
Euro NCAP involves several laboratories that each may have their own internal
procedures, quality standards and equipment. In order to improve the consistency ofmaterial supplied by the laboratories, all film and photo requirements previously
specified by Euro NCAP have been brought together, reviewed and updated. This
document summarises the most recent specifications that are compulsory for all official
Euro NCAP tests at the accredited Euro NCAP test laboratories.

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GENERAL FILM AND PHOTO REQUIREMENTS

2.1

Digital Data Format, Encoding and Sampling Requirements
All films should be produced in HD format, apart from on-board camera footage. The
films should be sampled at a rate of a minimum of 500 frames per second. All files(including the inspection films and crash test data) should be promptly sent to the EuroNCAP office after the tests.
Full-Scale Crash Test Films (ODB, FW, MDB and Pole Tests)
Three sets of films should be supplied:a) Inspection Films
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Format: MP4 or AVI.
Codec: H.264, Data/Bit rate: 2 Mbps.
Resolution: Native camera resolutions.
Frame rate: 25 fps.
Must include burnt in timers.

b) Media Films (For Publication)
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Format: Prores422, or Avid DNxHD-145 QuickTime as an alternative.
Codecs : Apple Prores422 / Avid DNxHD-145 Quicktime*.
Resolution: Native camera resolutions.
Frame rate (time base): 25 fps.
Display mode: Progressive.
YUV Format: 4:2:2.
Colour Depth: 10 bit.
Films should be supplied without “burnt in” timers, laboratory logos or text.
* If a first conversion pass is necessary prior to convert to prores422/DNxHD:
Please use a minimum 10-bit codec / format, or 16-bit image sequences tomaintain quality.

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5c) Real-Time Films (Supplementary Camera, For Publication)1Same specifications as for media films above. The time window for recording
should be set to record 10 seconds before the start of the car/trolley moving
and 10 seconds of recording after the impact.

Pedestrian Impact and Whiplash Test Films
Two sets of films should be supplied: a) inspection films and b) media films, as specified
in section 0 above. For the whiplash media film please only supply 1 view: publication
wide view high severity pulse.
Track Test Films - AEB (Pedestrian, City & Inter-urban) & LSS
To avoid errors the AEB & LSS film file name convention as detailed in Technical
Bulletin TB21 should only be used.
Only the necessary recordings should be made available: please remove bad takes andunusable video files. Only video/audio files should be shared, no other files or directory
structure from the shooting card (.SIF, .XML files, etc.). The time window for recording
should be set to [-5sec to +5sec]. Two sets of films should be supplied:a) Inspection Films (to include all AEB & LSS test films)
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Format: MP4 or AVI.
Codec: H.264.
Data/Bit rate: 2 Mbps.
Resolution: Native camera resolutions.
Frame rate: 25 fps.

b) Media Films (For Publication)
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Format: Prores422, or Avid DNxHD-145 QuickTime as an alternative.
Codecs : Apple Prores422 / Avid DNxHD-145 Quicktime*
Resolution: HD 1920x1080
Frame rate (time base): 25 fps.
Display mode: Interlaced or progressive (depending on cameras).
Colour Depth: 10 bit.
Sound: Yes. (no background conversations should be audible)
Films should be supplied without “burnt in” timers, laboratory logos or text.
* If a first conversion pass is necessary prior to convert toprores422/DNxHD: Please use a minimum 10-bit codec / format, or 16-bit
image sequences to maintain quality.

Alternatively, the following is also acceptable:
Reduced duration versions of the original camera files via QuickTime 7 Pro / FFMpeg/ Any other tools capable of extracting the original video signal with no encoding
process.

1. Required for the ODB, FW, MDB and Pole tests.
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AEB - Only include highest avoidance speed & highest mitigation speed tests plus
footage of anything unusual. A media version of the FCW films is not required.
LSS – Only one LSS test is used in the Euro NCAP overall film. In order to reduce theamount of raw files to be uploaded to the FTP, only the following is to be provided:
If LKA & LDW are both assessed, please send LKA views only. By default the views
should be provided only for the following test: 0.5m/s right side – solid line (if the test
is a pass). If the test is not a pass please send the film from the test with the highest
lateral velocity where the system passed.
2.2

Vehicle Markings

2.2.1

Euro NCAP markings
Euro NCAP markings will be attached to the exterior of the vehicle in a contrasting
colour (black or white) to the test vehicle such that it is clearly visible in the high speed
films. Only standardised Euro NCAP (transparent) markings are allowed as supplied by
the Euro NCAP Secretariat (dimensions 600 x 300 mm). Alternatively, magnets on black
background can be used for AEB testing, pedestrian testing and placed on barriers or
trolleys or walls (for whiplash testing for example).
Old sticker labels with URL shall no longer be used.
Euro NCAP markings should be attached to the exterior of the vehicle as shown in Figure
1 below. The unique Euro NCAP test reference number should be placed below eachEuro NCAP logo (see section 0).

Figure 1: Standardized labels on L/R side, the bonnet and roof area of the test vehicle.
2.2.2

Test house logos
Test house logos may be added to the vehicle on the lower half of the rear doors/rear ¼
panel only.
Test house logos should not to be placed on the roof area, on the bonnet or
anywhere else on the tested vehicle.
The size of test house logos should not exceed that of the Euro NCAP official logo.

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Test numbers
The Euro NCAP Secretariat shall inform the laboratory of the unique Euro NCAP test
number prior to the test and this should be used as the main test reference number. This
number should also appear on all test data and documents. The test number should beplaced in close proximity to each Euro NCAP logo, preferably underneath – if placed
underneath leave a space between the logo and the test number.
Reference numbers are provided by Euro NCAP to each laboratory. Please use a vinyl
plotter/cutting plotter to produce the test reference number in vinyl of the font type
(Etelka Text Pro) and font size (180). Please cut out the numbers so that the full number
appears on a single line. The sequence of characters of reference number should always
follow the same convention, as shown in this example:“17-NIS-123-OD1”,
where “17” is the year of test, “NIS” refers to the car brand, “123” is Euro NCAP unique
key number and “OD1” is the code for the type of (re-)test. Figure 2 below illustrates
examples of good and bad reference number size and spacing.
Additional internal test house numbers should be kept as small as possible (never belarger in size than the official reference number) and always be placed below the test
house logo (see section 2.2.2).

Figure 2: Examples showing correct (left) and incorrect (right) font size and reference
number spacing and material.
2.3

Camera Locations
In this document, high speed camera layout diagrams are provided for each full scale,sled or track test as a guide to show what part of the vehicle and the surroundings should
be in view for each particular camera at T0. Also an example frame from each camera
is provided.
When attaching on-board cameras, the vehicle manufacturer should be consulted toensure that no damage is caused to the vehicle that would influence the impact
performance. Additionally, the test laboratory should be informed if the side curtain
airbags are expected to deploy during the impact. Where additional equipment is added,
the mass shall be compensated when achieving the final test weight. On-board lighting
may also be required depending on the vehicle type and camera specification (e.g. use
on-board LED illumination when side curtains block light from outside). The mounting
for the camera should ensure that a stable view is obtained throughout the impact without
the camera oscillating due to a thin roof panel for example.
No personnel shall be visible in ANY of the high speed camera views. Sufficient lighting

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shall be provided so as the vehicle and occupants are clearly visible throughout the
impact.
Back-up cameras are not required and it is up to the test laboratory to decide if
they are necessary.
2.4

Still Photographs
Pre-test photographs will be taken with the dummies in their final positions. A list of therequired photos pre-, on- and post-test is provided in each relevant test section.
If necessary, tall blank screens should be placed behind the vehicle to get a “clean” phototo avoid other test equipment or personnel appearing in the photos.
No personnel should be visible in ANY of the pre and post-test still photographs.
All stills (Media and Inspection versions) provided should have the following
specifications:

Format: JPEG.

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Resolution: maximum resolution that the camera allows for media version andcompressed for inspection version 1920 x 1080.

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Image quality: no compression or as little compression as possible (Superfine)The original still should not be edited.

Photos should be arranged in PRE and POST folders, labs should not separate photos
into component folders such as driver, passenger, CRS, vehicle etc.
The inspection quality photos should be supplied with the crash test data. The media
quality photos should be provided to the Secretariat along with the media quality films.

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FRONTAL OFFSET DEFORMABLE BARRIER IMPACT

3.1

Vehicle Marking Locations
Euro NCAP markings should be attached to the exterior of the vehicle as shown in Figure
1, section 2.2.1. The unique Euro NCAP test reference number should be placed below
each Euro NCAP logo (see section 0).

3.2

Camera Locations and Views
A minimum of 7 cameras should be installed around the test vehicle, positioned asindicated in Figure 3 below. Three (3) additional on-board cameras for child dummy
views are to be used. A separate camera (not listed) must record the crash in real time.

Camera views:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Driver (tight)
Driver (full) publication
Passenger (tight)
Passenger (wide)
Plan (full)Plan (tight)
Front (full)Q6 (on-board, not shown)

9. Q10 (on-board, not shown)
10. View of both child dummies (onboard not shown)

11. Real time video

Figure 3: Locations for Cameras 1 to 7 (Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier).

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Table 1: List of camera views (Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier).

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Camera:Filename:

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1_Driver_tightDescription:

The rear of barrier tothe b-pillar @ T0

Camera:Filename:22_Driver_publication

Description:

Rear edge of thebarrier and the wholevehicle @ T0

Camera:Filename:

3
3_Passenger_tightDescription:

Just rear of the BPillar to the rear edgeof the barrier mount @T0

Camera:Filename:

44_Passenger_wide

Description:

Rear edge of thebarrier and the wholevehicle @ T0

Camera:Filename:

55_Plan_full

Description:

Rear of the vehicle to
the rear edge ofbarrier. Allow roomon passenger side forrotation of vehicle @T0

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Camera:Filename:

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6_Plan_tightDescription:

From b-pillar to therear edge of barrier @T0

Camera:Filename:

7
7_Front_full

Description:

Front edge of the roof
to rear edge of thebarrier @ T0

CameraFilename:

8 (on-board)
8_Q6_onboard

Description:

Centred on 550mm
head excursion line.
On-board lighting
should be used.

Camera:Filename:

9 (on-board)
9_Q10_onboard

Description:

Camera should becentred on 450mm
head excursion line.
On-board lighting
should be used.

Camera:Filename:

10 (on-board)
10_both_Q_dummies

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Description:

Front view of both Q
dummies

Camera:Filename:

11 (supplementary)
Realtime_publication

Description:

Camera should be
mounted just above
barrier, looking
towards the vehicle.
Check for unwanted
objects or persons inview. Record sound.

Still Photographs
Table 2: List of photos (Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier).

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10

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Media View
Front view of barrier.
Side view of barrier.
Side view of barrier at 45 degrees to front.
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Wide view of car and barrier from LHS (for publication).
Car LHS, with camera centred on junction of B-post waist,•showing full car (for publication).
Car LHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing rear•passenger compartment (for publication).
Car LHS, with camera aimed at waist height, showing driver's•
compartment (for publication).
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Car LHS at 45 degrees to front (for publication).
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Front view of car (for publication).
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Car RHS at 45 degrees to front (for publication).
Car RHS, with camera aimed at waist height, showing front•
passenger's compartment (for publication).
Car RHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing rear•passenger compartment (for publication).
Car RHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing full car•(for publication).
Driver and seat to show driver compartment and position of seatrelative to the sill.
To show area immediately in front of driver.
To show driver's footwell area and location of dummy's feet andpedals.

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Post

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27

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Media View
Passenger and seat to show compartment and position of seatrelative to sill.
To show area immediately in front of passenger.
To show passenger footwell area and dummy's feet.
To show both child dummies and restraints through LHS reardoor.
To show both child dummies and restraints through RHS reardoor
Overall view of where the car has come to rest after impact(including barrier).
To show position of all door latches and/or open doors.
To show driver knee contacts with facia (airbag should be lifted
if obscuring view)
To show passenger knee contacts with facia (airbag should be
lifted if obscuring view).
LHS rear seat belt anchorage with child restraint and dummy inplace.
RHS rear seat belt anchorage with child restraint and dummy inplace.
Q6 dummy and restraint through RHS rear door.
Q10 dummy and restraint through LHS rear door.

After Dummy Removal:
No.
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41
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View
Passenger compartment from rear window.
RHS interior from LHS of car.
LHS interior from RHS of car.
RHS front door area.
LHS front door area.
Facia.
Passenger footwell.
Driver footwell.
Steering wheel taken perpendicular to driver's side.
Driver right knee impact point.
Driver left knee impact point.
Passenger knee impact area.

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Screen Captures / On Test Stills:
In addition to the pre- and post-test stills, a set of pictures captured during the crash(driver's view full) need to be provided, as follows: (1) the car well into the barrier, (2)the airbag in deployment, (3) airbag fully deployed and (4) head of the dummy reaching
the full extent of forward motion.
The list of photos is intended to be used as a guide and if the laboratory photographer
finds some other interesting or unusual test occurrences these should also be
photographed.

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FRONTAL FULL WIDTH RIGID BARRIER IMPACT

4.1

Vehicle Markings
Euro NCAP markings should be attached to the exterior of the vehicle as shown in Figure
1, section 2.2.1. The unique Euro NCAP test reference number should be placed below
each Euro NCAP logo (see section 0).

4.2

Camera Locations and Views
A total of 7 cameras views are required as indicated in Figure 4 below. In addition, two(2) onboard camera views are specified, for driver and rear passenger respectively and
one realtime camera located on the block.

Camera views:
1. Driver (tight)
2. Driver (wide)
3. Rear passenger (wide)
4. Plan (full)
5. Plan (tight)
6. Front (driver)
7. Driver (wide), publication
8. Driver dummy (on-board, not shown)
9. Rear dummy (on-board, not shown)
10. Real time video

Figure 4: Locations for Cameras 1 to 7 (Frontal Full Width Rigid Barrier).

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Table 3: List of camera views (Frontal Full Width Rigid Barrier).

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Camera:Filename:

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1_Driver_tightDescription:

The rear of driverdummy head toblock @ T0

Camera:Filename:22_Driver_wide

Description:

Front and rearoccupants in view @T0

Camera:Filename:

3

Description:

Just rear of thepassenger head tocentre of front wheel

Camera:Filename:

44_Plan_full

Description:

Rear of the vehicle
to the block. The
entire vehicle should
be in view @ T0

Camera:Filename:

55_Plan_tightDescription:

B-pillar to the block

3_Rear_passenger_wide17Camera:Filename:

66_Front_driver

Description:

Front edge of theroof to base ofwindscreen/edge ofbonnetCamera:Filename:

77_Driver_wide_
publication
Rear of vehicle toblock. The entire
vehicle should be inview @ T0

Description:

Camera:Filename:

8 (on-board)
8_Driver_onboard

Description:

Required view @T0: Camera centredon driver head CoG.
Driver seat, belt
buckle and majorityof driver dummy
should be in view.
Required view @max forward
movement: Driverseat, belt buckle andmajority of driverdummy should be inview. Care should
be taken to secure orroute dummy cables
so they do not
obscure view ofdummy during
impact.

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Camera:Filename:

9 (on-board)

Description:

Required view @T0: Camera shouldbe centred on
excursion line withdummy head, both
femurs and belt
buckle in view.

9_Rear_dummy_onboardRequired view @max head excursion:
dummy head & arms

4.3

Camera:Filename:

10

Description:

Camera should be
mounted just above
barrier, looking
towards the vehicle.
Check for unwanted
objects or persons inview. Record sound.

Realtime_publication

Still Photographs
Table 4: List of photos (Frontal Full Width Rigid Barrier).
No.
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5

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Media View
Front view of block.
Side view of block.
Side view of block at 45 degrees to front.
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Side view of block with vehicle (for publication).
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Wide view of car and block LHS (for publication).
Car LHS, with camera centred on junction of B-post waist,•showing full car (for publication).
Car LHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing rearpassenger compartment (for publication).
Car LHS, with camera aimed at waist height, showing driver's•
compartment (for publication).

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10
11

Pre
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Post
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Media
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12

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17

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21

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22

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24

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View
Car LHS at 45 degrees to front (for publication).
Front view of car (for publication).
Car RHS at 45 degrees to front (for publication).
Car RHS, with camera aimed at waist height, showing front
passenger's compartment (for publication).
Car RHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing rearpassenger compartment (for publication).
Car RHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing full car(for publication).
Driver and seat to show driver compartment and position of seatrelative to the sill.
To show area immediately in front of driver.
To show driver's foot well area and location of dummy's feet andpedals.
Rear passenger and seat to show compartment.
To show passenger foot well area and dummy's feet.
To show rear passenger through LHS rear door.
To show rear passenger through RHS rear door.
Overall view of where the car has come to rest after impact(including block).
To show position of all door latches and/or open doors.
To show driver knee contacts with facia (airbag should be lifted
if obscuring view).

After Dummy Removal:
No.
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34

Pre

Post
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•

View
Passenger compartment from rear window.
RHS interior from LHS of car.
LHS interior from RHS of car.
RHS front door area.
LHS front door area.
Facia.
Steering wheel taken perpendicular to driver's side.
Driver right knee impact point.
Driver left knee impact point.
Rear Passenger knee impact area on rear of front seat.

Note: The above requirements are for a LHD car, for a RHD car camera locations willswitch sides.
Screen Captures / On Test Stills:
In addition to the pre- and post-test stills, a set of pictures captured during the crash(driver's view full) need to be provided, as follows: (1) the car well into the barrier, (2)the airbag in deployment, (3) airbag fully deployed and (4) head of the dummy reaching
the full extent of forward motion. The list of photos is intended to be used as a guide andif the laboratory photographer finds some other interesting or unusual test occurrences
these should also be photographed.
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SIDE MOVING DEFORMABLE BARRIER IMPACT

5.1

Vehicle and Barrier Markings
Euro NCAP markings should be attached to the exterior of the vehicle as shown in Figure
1, section 2.2.1. The unique Euro NCAP test reference number should be placed below
each Euro NCAP logo (see section 0). Euro NCAP markings should also be stuck to thefront of the trolley on both sides. Test house logos may be added to the trolley provided
that they do not detract attention from the Euro NCAP markings.

5.2

Camera Locations and Views
A minimum of 5 cameras should be installed around the test vehicle, positioned asindicated in Figure 5 below. Two (2) additional on-board cameras to assess child dummy
head containment are to be used and also one real time camera.

Camera views:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Front (wide), publication
Rear angled (wide)
Plan (full)
Front driver (body)
Front driver (head)Q6 (on-board, not shown)
Q10 (on-board, not shown)
Real time video

Figure 5: Locations for Cameras 1 to 5 (Side Moving Deformable Barrier).
Table 5: List of camera views (Side Moving Deformable Barrier).

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Camera:Filename:

1

Description:

Trolley logo to 1
car width beyond
non-struck side ofvehicle @ T0

1_Front_wide_publication

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Camera:Filename:22_Rear_angle_wid
eDescription:

Angled view tocatch any door
opening on struckside

Camera:Filename:

3
3_Plan_full

Description:

Front of trolley to
one car width
beyond non-struckside of vehicle.
The entire vehicle
should be in view
@ T0.

Camera:Filename:

44_driver_body

Description:

Edge of driver’s
door to at least theoutboard edge offront passenger
seat.
The driver’s
thorax andabdomen should
be visible @ T0

Camera:Filename:

55_driver_head

Description:

Edge of driver’s
door to at least theoutboard edge offront passenger
seat.
The driver’s headshould be visible
@ T0

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Camera:Filename:

6 (on-board) Q6
6_Q6_onboard

Description:

Required view @T0: Passenger
head restraint may
be removed if
possible. The
wings of CRS
should be visible,
possibly bymarking withwhite tape.

Camera:Filename:

7 (on-board) Q10
7_Q10_onboard

Description:

Required view @T0: Camera canonly be placedslightly rotated as
the driver head rest
will usually
prevent lining thecamera up with
Q10 dummy
centreline.

Camera:Filename:

8

Description:

Angled view tocatch any door
opening on struckside.

8_Rear_angle_realtime

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Still Photographs
Table 6: List of photos (Side Moving Deformable Barrier).
No.
1
2
3

Pre
•
•
•

Post
•
•
•

4

•

•

5

•

6

•

7

•

8

•

•

9

•

•

10

•

•

11
12
13

•
•
•

•
•
•

14

•

•

15

•

•
•

16
17

•

•

18
19
20
21
22

•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•

Media View
Front view of barrier.
Side view of barrier.
Side view of barrier at 45 degrees to front.
Side view of barrier with vehicle, from front of vehicle (for•publication).
Side view of barrier with vehicle, from rear of vehicle (for•publication).
Wide view of entire trolley and entire vehicle, from front of•vehicle (for publication).
Wide view of entire trolley and entire vehicle, from rear of•vehicle (for publication).
Car LHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing full car•(for publication).
Car LHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing the rear•passenger compartment (for publication).
Car LHS, with camera aimed at waist height, showing driver's•
compartment (for publication).
•
Car LHS at 45 degrees to rear (for publication).
•
Car LHS at 45 degrees to front (for publication).
•
Front view of car (for publication).
Car RHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing full car•(for publication).
Car RHS, with camera centred on B-post waist, showing the rear•passenger compartment (for publication).
To show position of all door latches and/or open doors.
Driver & seat through open driver’s door to show drivercompartment and position of seat relative to the sill.
To show area immediately in front of driver.
To show child dummies and restraints through LHS rear door.
To show child dummies and restraints through RHS rear door.
Car and barrier at rest at 45 degrees to front of car.
Car and barrier at rest at 45 degrees to rear of car.

After Dummy Removal:
No.
23

Pre

Post
•

View
View through RHS front passenger door of driver’s door interior
panel & paint marks from dummy ribs.

Note: The above photos are for a LHD car, for a RHD car camera locations will switch
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In addition to the pre- and post-test stills, a set of pictures captured during the crash(front wide view) need to be provided, as follows: (1) barrier well into the car, (2) the
airbag in deployment, (3) airbag fully deployed and (4) dummy's head in airbag.
The list of photos is intended to be used as a guide and if the laboratory photographer
finds some other interesting or unusual test occurrences these should also be
photographed.

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SIDE OBLIQUE POLE IMPACT

6.1

Vehicle and Pole Markings
Euro NCAP markings should be attached to the exterior of the vehicle as shown in Figure
1, section 2.2.1. The unique Euro NCAP test reference number should be placed below
each Euro NCAP logo (see section 0). No markings, targets excluded, are allowed on
the pole itself. This includes test house logos.

6.2

Camera Locations and Views
A minimum of 6 cameras should be installed around the test vehicle, positioned asindicated in Figure 6 below. No on-board cameras are required.

Camera views:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Front (wide), publication
Front, 45° (wide)
Rear (full)Driver head (tight)
Driver rib/abdomen (tight)
Plan (full)Real time front (not shown)

Figure 6: Locations for Cameras 1 to 6 (Side Oblique Pole).

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Table 7: List of camera views (Side Oblique Pole).
Camera:Filename:

1
1_Front_wide_publication

Description: Camera aligned withvehicle centreline @ T0.
Rear of pole to 1m
beyond non-struck side ofvehicleCamera:Filename:22_Front_45_wide

Description: Camera positioned at 45°
to vehicle centreline @T0. Rear of pole to 1m
beyond non-struck side ofvehicleCamera:Filename:

3
3_Rear_full

Description: Rearward of pole to 1m
beyond non-struck side ofvehicle. The entire vehicle
should be in view @ T0
and the camera should bepositioned to beperpendicular to directionof moving floor.
Camera:4
Filename:
4_Driver_head_tightDescription: Pole to the passenger sideof the vehicle @ T0.
Camera should bepositioned to beperpendicular to directionof moving floor.

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55_Driver_body

Description: Passenger side of vehicle
to the pole. The driver’s
thorax and abdomenshould be visible @ T0

Camera:Filename:

6
6_Plan_full

Description: Entire vehicle should bein view @ T0

Camera:Filename:

7
7_Front_realtime

Description: Real time view usingsame view as high speed
camera view 2.

6.3

Still Photographs
Table 8: List of photos (Side Oblique Pole).
No. Pre Post View
Car on carrier against pole:1••
Top view of full car, carrier and pole (for publication).
2••
Front view of full car, carrier and pole (for publication).
3••
Rear view of full car, carrier and pole (for publication).
Side view of car, carrier and pole at 45 ° to front, impact side (for4••publication).
Side view of car, carrier and pole at 45 ° to rear, impact side (for5••publication).
Wide view of pole and entire vehicle, from front of vehicle (for6•publication).
7•
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Post

View
publication).
Car and carrier away from pole:
Side view car/carrier impact side, showing full car (for8••publication).
Side view car/carrier non-impact side, showing full car (for9••publication).
10•
To show position of all door latches and/or open doors.
Side view through open driver’s door on driver & seat to show
11•
driver compartment and position of seat relative to the sill.
12•
Detail view on driver’s legs and feet through open door.
13••
Side view through open front passenger door to show driver.
Side view of car/carrier impact side centred on impact line
14••
showing front door and B-post.
15•
Front/side view of pole.
16•
Front view of dummy through front windscreen.
17••
Inside car view on abdomen/pelvis area.
After Dummy Removal:
No.
18

Pre

Post
•

View
Detail view(s) on paint marks on the driver’s door and seat

Note: The above photos are for a LHD car, for a RHD car camera locations will switch
sides.
Screen Captures / On Test Stills:
In addition to the pre- and post-test stills, a set of pictures captured during the crash(front wide or front 45° wide) need to be provided, as follows: (1) showing car well into
pole, (2) the airbag in deployment, (3) airbag fully deployed and (4) dummy's head in
airbag.
The list of photos is intended to be used as a guide and if the laboratory photographer
finds some other interesting or unusual test occurrences these should also be
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WHIPLASH TESTS

7.1

Sled, Seat and Dummy Markings
In order to monitor the seat and the dummy film targets should be applied to seat, sled
and dummy. Targets should be securely affixed to areas of the seat which will not be
deformed by the dummy during the test. The required target definitions are illustrated in
Figure 7a and b are given along with their reference points in Table 9. A plain lightcoloured, even surface and non-reflective screen or wall should be placed behind thesled with the Euro NCAP logo and the official test reference number below clearly inview.
In order to track the trajectories of the dummy and seat with reference to the sled thedimensions in Table 10, Figure 7b should be recorded. All measurements shall bemeasured from the camera film plane to the reference targets and recorded in mm.

Figure 7: (a) Video motion targets and Euro NCAP label placement, left;(b) Video tracking measurements, right.
Table 9: Video motion target placement description (Whiplash).
Designation
Description
B1
Sled base #1
B2
Sled base #2
DT6
Head CoG
DT7
Cheek
DT8
T1 bracket proximal
DT9
T1 bracket distal
DT10
Pelvis bracket proximal
DT11
Pelvis bracket distal
ST1
Seat base forward
ST2
Seat back lower
ST2’
Seat back mid #1 *ST3Seat back upper
ST3’
Seat back mid #2 *ST4
Lower head restraint
ST5
Upper head restraint
SRR
Seat recliner centre* These target locations are required only for 2 part hinged seatbacks.
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Description
DS
D1
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
7.2

MeasureSled reference to focal plane
Pelvis to focal planeT1 bracket to focal plane
Seatback upper to focal plane
Head restraint lower to focal plane
Head restraint upper to focal plane
Head CoG to focal plane

Reference
Sled – FP
DT11 – FP
DT9 – FPST3 – FPST4 – FP
ST5 – FPDT6 - FP

Camera Locations and Views
Two off-board cameras are required (with acceleration sled system): Camera 1: The camera shall record a view of the entire test and the seat on the sled.
The view should be such that 300ms of the test are in complete view from T0.
 Camera 2: The camera shall frame the head and neck of the dummy, and track theentire movement of the dummy during the test. The view should be such that 300ms
of the test are in complete view from T0.
Care should be taken to ensure that camera placement is perpendicular to the directionof sled travel. Camera measurements should be taken to the film plane of the camera,from both the fixed targets and the head Centre of Gravity target. For off board camera
views, compensation must be included in the film analysis to take account of parallax
effects due to sled motion relative to the cameras.
Table 11: List of camera views (Whiplash).
Camera:Filename:

1
1_Whiplash_Wide_publication

Description: Wide view showing
all of seat anddummy including
seat mounting &toeboard area.

Camera:Filename:

22_Whiplash_tightDescription: Verify whether EuroNCAP logo and test
reference number are
in view.

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Still Photographs
The following photographs will be taken pre and post-test unless otherwise indicated.
Pre-test photographs will be taken with the dummy in the final position.
Table 12: List of photos (Whiplash).
No.
1
2

Pre
•
•

Post
•
•

3

•

•

4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

14

•

•

15

•

•

16

•

•

17

•

•

18
19
20
21

•
•
•
•

View
Seat structure reference point
Seat track markings (both sides)
Close view of Head restraint test position (identifiable point andany visible notches)
Dummy and seat at 45 degrees to rear
Side view of dummy and seat
Dummy and seat at 45 degrees to front
Front view of dummy and seat
Front view of dummy showing top of head down to knees
Dummy head down to thorax and seat at 45 degrees to rear
Dummy head down to thorax and seat at 20 degrees to rear
Side view of dummy head down to thorax
Dummy head down to thorax and seat at 45 degrees to front
Dummy head down to thorax and seat at 20 degrees to front
Side view of dummy showing thorax down to feet, camera centred
on seat base
Tight side view of dummy showing thorax down to feet, camera
centred on seat baseSide view of dummy and seat (portrait) showing seat back to
knees
Tight side view of dummy and seat (portrait) showing seat back topelvisAny damage to seat (multiple aspects required)
Any damage to dummy (multiple aspects required)
Seat variant and trim condition (multiple aspects required)
Seat adjustment controls (multiple aspects required)

Screen Captures / On Test Stills:
In addition to the pre- and post-test stills, a picture captured during travel needs to beprovided, as follows: (1) high severity pulse - maximum seat deflection.

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PEDESTRIAN SUBSYSTEM TESTS

8.1

Vehicle and Other Markings
To hide any background test equipment or personnel, a plain light coloured, nonreflective screen should be placed near (behind) the vehicle test area with the EuroNCAP logo and official test reference number clearly visible in view. Test house logos
and/or test number may be shown provided that they do not detract attention from theEuro NCAP markings (see section 2.2.2). There should be no markings on the vehicle,
including test house logos.

8.2

Camera Locations and Views
A single camera is required to record the impact events. The camera orientation shouldbe aligned perpendicular to the vehicle centreline and adjusted in height in accordancewith the type of test. Euro NCAP requires at least one HD quality high speed film
recording per pedestrian impactor type for each vehicle model tested (4 in total).
Care should be taken that the pedestrian test area is sufficiently lit.
Table 13: List of camera views (Pedestrian Subsystem).
Camera:Filename:1
1_Lower_leg_publication

Description: Camera perpendicular
to vehicle centreline @T0.
Launcher plate should
be visible.
Left or right side views
are allowed.

Camera:Filename:22_Upper_leg_publication

Description: Camera perpendicular
to vehicle centreline @T0.
Impactor should becompletely visible.
Left or right side views
are allowed

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3
3_Ped_child

Description: Camera perpendicular
to vehicle centreline @T0.
Left or right side views
are allowed.
Camera:Filename:

44_Ped_adult

Description: Camera perpendicular
to vehicle centreline @T0. Left or right sideviews are allowed.
Tests on windscreen
may alternatively befilmed from the vehicle
inside.

8.3

Still Photographs
Pre- and post-test photos should be taken to show the undamaged/damaged test area
pre/post-test (bonnet, A-pillars, glazing, leading edge and bumper). These must include
at least one overview photo of each of the pre-test grid markings on the impact test zones.
For pedestrian testing only inspection quality photos are required by Euro NCAP.

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AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING TESTS – CAR to CAR

9.1

Vehicle Markings
Euro NCAP markings should be attached to the exterior of the vehicle as shown in Figure
1, section 2.2.1, except for the roof logo which is optional. The unique Euro NCAP test
reference number should be placed below each Euro NCAP logo (see section 0).

9.2

Camera Locations and Views
Off-board HD camera (camera 1):Start filming from far away, when the car approaches the target, both the car & target
should be in view. When the car is about to brake, view should start to zoom in until
the car has stopped. Only the car & target should be in view. The angle should be as
perpendicular as possible to the car and target.

On-board camera (cameras 2 and 3):

Camera 2: “Go Pro” or equivalent inside the car filming the view in front. No test
equipment (e.g. steering robot) should be in view.
Camera 3: “Go Pro” or equivalent inside the car filming the dashboard. (onlyinspection quality needed for this view)

For media films only include highest avoidance speed & highest mitigation speed tests
plus footage of anything unusual. For the most interesting test runs, additional views
shot from different angles should be provided. The time window for recording should
be set to [-5sec to +5sec]. For the sound recording there should be no talking audible on
the video.
Table 14: List of camera views (Autonomous Emergency Braking Car to Car).
Camera:Filename:

1
1_AEB_Wide

Description: Wide view initially.
When the car isabout to brake, zoom
in until the car has
stopped. Only car
and target in view.
Angle should be as
perpendicular as
possible to the car
and target.

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2 (on-board)
2_Forward_onboard

Description: “Go pro” (orequivalent typecamera) inside,
looking in forward
direction. No test
equipment should bein view.
Camera:Filename:

3 (on-board)
3_dashboard

Description: “Go pro” (orequivalent typecamera) inside,
looking in forward
direction towards
dashboard,
instrumentation
cluster, HUD, etc.
Visual warning must
be captured.

9.3

Still Photographs
Post-test photos should be taken in case of suspected damage to vehicle front-end or
sensor array.

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AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING TESTS – PEDESTRIAN

10.1

Vehicle Markings
Euro NCAP markings should be attached to the exterior of the vehicle as shown in Figure
1, section 2.2.1, except for the roof logo which is optional. The unique Euro NCAP test
reference number should be placed below each Euro NCAP logo (see section 0).

10.2

Camera Locations and Views
Off-board HD camera (camera 1):

At the start of filming the car and dummy should be in view with the dummy moving
towards the camera. The camera should be positioned at an angle of approximately
45degrees to the dummy motion.
When the car is about to brake, view should start to zoom in until the car has stopped.

On-board camera (cameras 2 and 3):

Camera 2: “Go Pro” or equivalent inside the car filming the view in front. No test
equipment (e.g. steering robot) should be in view.
Camera 3: “Go Pro” or equivalent inside the car filming the dashboard. (onlyinspection quality needed for this view)
Table 15: List of camera views (Autonomous Emergency Braking VRU).
Camera:Filename:

1
1_AEB_Ped_Wide

Description: Wide view initially.
Car and dummy inview with dummy
moving towards
camera. Camera
angled at
approximately
45degrees

Camera:Filename:

2 (on-board)
2_Forward_onboard

Description: “Go pro” (orequivalent typecamera) inside,
looking in forward
direction. No test
equipment should
be in view.

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3 (on-board)
3_dashboard

Description: “Go pro” (orequivalent typecamera) inside,
looking in forward
direction towards
dashboard,
instrumentation
cluster, HUD, etc.
Visual warning
must be captured.

10.3

Still Photographs
Post-test photos should be taken in case of suspected damage to vehicle front-end or
sensor array.

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LANE SUPPORT SYSTEMS TEST

11.1

Camera Locations and Views
Off-board HD camera (camera 1):
The camera should be on the road, looking at the approaching car. Please position thecamera in such a way that lane departure occurs when car is still heading towards thecamera.
On-board camera (cameras 2 and 3):

Camera 2: “Go Pro” or equivalent inside the car (in order for the warning sound tobe heard) filming the view in front. No test equipment (e.g. steering robot) should
be in view.
Camera 3: “Go Pro” or equivalent with the camera on the front door, aimed forwards
at the road, to show clearly the lane departure
Table 16: List of camera views (Lane Support Systems – LKA & LDW).
Camera:Filename:
Description:

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1_LSS_LKA_Road
side
Camera positionedon road or elevated
to record
approaching car androad markings. Any
departure should bewithin view.

Camera:Filename:

2 (on-board)
2_Forward_onboard

Description:“Go pro” (orequivalent typecamera) inside,
looking in forward
direction. No test
equipment should
be in view.

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Camera:Filename:

3 (on-board)
3_Door_Outside

Description:“Go pro” (orequivalent typecamera) Outside
mounted to door
panel to clearlyshow lane
departure. View
should be aimed
forwards.

Still Photographs
Post-test photos should be taken in case of suspected damage to vehicle front-end or
sensor array.

11.3

Vehicle Markings
Euro NCAP markings should be attached to the exterior of the vehicle as shown in Figure
1, section 2.2.1, except for the roof logo which is optional. The unique Euro NCAP test
reference number should be placed below each Euro NCAP logo (see section 0).

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