Impact analysis of motorcycle helmet using finite element method

Zusdi, Muhammad Aisamuddin Syahmi (2022) Impact analysis of motorcycle helmet using finite element method. Project Report. Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Melaka, Malaysia. (Submitted)

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Abstract

Motorcycle accidents are well-known for causing serious injuries and even death. Wearing the right motorcycle helmet can save lives and lessen the risk of traumatic brain injuries, concussions, and other ailments. Because a motorbike does not have the protection of an enclosed car, it is more likely that the rider may suffer serious, life-threatening injuries or death. As a result, numerous nations have passed regulations requiring all motorcycle riders to wear authorised helmets. Therefore, the primary goal of this research was to use a widely available motorcycle helmet to replicate numerical impact testing. Existing material data from an open literature study was used to determine the mechanical characteristics of the helmet's shell. The material data were modified to meet the conditioning of each rigidity test, drop test, and the kind of motorcycle helmet utilized in this research was selected. All computational impact testing was carried out with the help of the Simsolid and Solidworks finite element software and suitable helmet’s shell material models. The findings show that virtual testing methods may correctly simulate the top, side and rear motorcycle drop test for the impact analysis, indicating that virtual testing methods may be used in the helmet design process for motorcycle helmets and other helmet configurations.

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