Title
A modular approach to numerical human body modeling
Author
Forbes, P.A.
Griotto, G.
van Rooij, L.
TNO Industrie en Techniek
Publication year
2007
Abstract
The choice of a human body model for a simulated automotive impact scenario must take into account both accurate model response and computational efficiency as key factors. This study presents a "modular numerical human body modeling" approach which allows the creation of a customized human body model of a 50th percentile male (size and weight), where the various body parts are modeled with different levels of complexity (multi-body and finite element) and can be easily swapped depending on the application. Implementation of this modeling technique has been performed by modularizing the MADYMO facet human body model, with focus on the pelvis and legs. Two component models have been attached: (1) a detailed facet pelvis and leg model of increased complexity, and (2) a full finite element pelvis and leg model. All models were subjected to various pendulum impacts for validation of the modular components and analysis of the resulting computational benefits. Copyright © 2007 SAE International.
Subject
Ergonomics
Body parts
Finite Element
Human body modeling
Human body models
Impact scenarios
Model response
Modeling technique
Modular approach
Modular components
Multi-body
Two-component model
Computer simulation
Finite element method
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TNO identifier
472397
Publisher
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
Source
2007 SAE World Congress and Exhibition, 16-19 April 2007, Detroit, MI, USA
Series
SAE Technical Papers
Article number
2007-01-1159
Document type
conference paper