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Journal of Polymer & Composites Original Research AMENT-2024

Assessment of Motorcycle Helmet Potential Across Diverse Impact Directions by Means of Simulation Approach

  1. S. Irfan Sadaq Department of Mechanical Engineering, Muffakham Jah College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad
  2. V. Suvarna Kumar Department of Mechanical Engineering, Muffakham Jah College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad
  3. S. Shahar Banu Department of Mechanical Engineering, Muffakham Jah College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad
  4. Hanumantu Krishna Murty Dora Department of Mechanical Engineering, Muffakham Jah College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad

Abstract

To make sure motorcycle helmets are protecting riders effectively, it is essential to analyze their performance under various impact orientations and varying speeds. Analyzing materials like ABS, PVC and GFRP gives important information about how durable and impact-absorbing they are. Ansys Finite Element Analysis (FEA) functionality enables a thorough investigation of the stress distribution inside the helmet construction under various impact scenarios. The present work is to study the behavior of the helmet under various impact directions and to study the suitable material to fabricate helmet. Through the process of modelling hits at different angles and speeds, engineers are able to evaluate the helmet's ability to withstand forces and reduce the risk of head injuries. Examining impact directions at 50 KMPH, 60 KMPH, and 70 KMPH from the front, right side, at 45O from left, right and rear, offers a thorough assessment of the helmet's performance in practical situations. This comprehensive analysis aids in improving rider safety through helmet design and material selection optimization. All things considered, this strategy makes a substantial contribution to the ongoing advancement of motorcycle helmet technology, which eventually lowers the risk of brain injuries in auto accidents. From the results it is observed that GFRP material shows better performance compare to other materials. The impact direction top and rear are more vulnerable than other impact direction.

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