Jan 15, 2021 · In this work, an investigation of the crush response of a simplified CFRP origami crash box subjected to axial impact is proposed. Crash boxes are thin-walled structural …

Mar 18, 2024 · Automotive crash box is a critical component included in front bumper system for absorbing the impact energy. The performance is assessed based on its crashworthiness, …

The materials used for producing a crash box can be classified into three types, namely metal/alloy, composites, and hybrid of composite-metal/alloy. In the metal/alloy category, …

First experiences in the crash simulation of modular crash boxes made of thermoplastic Fiber Reinforced Composites have been gathered in a cooperation of Jacob Composite GmbH and …

Apr 20, 2023 · This study aims to compare the crashworthiness performance of crash boxes made from OPEFB fiber/epoxy and kenaf fiber/epoxy composites, with conventional steel and …

Dec 31, 2024 · The effect of adding graphene to composite crash boxes on mechanical properties was investigated. The innovative aspect of this study involves the production of cylinders using …

composite materials improve the performance of an automotive crash box due to their lightweight. Automotive crash box is a component, equipped at the front end of a car, and is one of the …

Abstract — The automobile crash-box, or crumple zone, is an important part in the safety in vehicle collisions. Good performance of the energy absorbing crash-box results in lighter …

Crash boxes installed in the front and rear areas of vehicles (between the bumper and front rail) have thin wall structures made of metal or composite materials. The crash box serves as an …

The crashworthiness of a crash box is expressed in terms of its energy absorption E and specific energy absorption SEA. The energy ab sorption performance of a composite crash box can be …