Pelvis EuroSID-1 has instruments fitted in its pelvic girdle. They record lateral forces that may result in fractures or hip-joint dislocation. Load cells in the femur provide information in frontal impact tests on likely injury to all sections, including the hip joint which can suffer from fractures and dislocations. Feet and ankles Assessment of feet and ankle injuries is based on how badly the car is damaged, by measuring distortion and rearward movement of the driver footwell area. Engineers check that Hybrid III is sitting in the right position and at the correct angle.
Engineers fit dummies into child seats recommended by car manufacturers.
Dummies' recording gear sits in boot. Fuel tank contents drained, then replaced with water. Crash recorded by still and video cameras. Hybrid III dummy provides many answers. Rescued from the wreckage.