On Monday, June 3, 2024, 9 "non-traditional" pedestrian tests were conducted at the IPTM 2024 Symposium.
The purpose of these tests were to show/confirm for those new to pedetrian formula's that the formula's work. That was the secondary purpose. The primary purpose was to see if reliable speed estimates could be obtained from using the extraneous things that pedestrians may have with them when they get hit - Canes, Walkers, Stroller's, Electric "Razor" Scooters, Medical scooters, wheelchairs, etc. This is the reason for the "non-traditional" being thrown into the type of tests that were conducted.
As points of reference, for tests 1-8, the cameras looking back at the approaching vehicle were ~ 100 feet from the impact point. The mannequin dummy was ~5'3" tall and weighted ~35 pounds. For Test 9 the dummy had been moved a bit further downrange (thus, closer to the cameras) to allow the RAM 1500 to get to a somewhat higher speed prior to impact. The dummy sitting in the wheelchair weighed in at about 200 pounds.
You want to make sure to go to Crash Test 6 .... it has a view of what the pedestrian sees post impact as it is lying on the pavement.
If you are in the Accident investigation field, you should consider coming to the IPTM Symposium. Good Training, good people. and usually good crash testing!! Hope to see you there!
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