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Denton and FTSS are now subsidiaries of Humanetics Innovative SolutionsDownload full story in pdf format

Recently, Denton ATD (dentonatd.com) and First Technology Safety Systems (ftss.com) became subsidiaries of Humanetics Innovative Solutions. Humanetics is the world’s leading supplier of sophisticated, physical and virtual crash test dummies, load cells, associated services and specialties in static and dynamic strain measurements. Download press release in pdf format

DTS Wins GoldDownload full story in pdf format

Seal Beach, CA, June 2010 – DTS has been awarded a Gold “Best of Sensors Expo” award in the Data Acquisition category. DTS received the award for its innovative TSR shock recorder. The high performance data logger features three internal accelerometers and recording capabilities of up to 20k samples per second per channel. Praised for its small size, rugged packaging and ability to record for up to 24 months on an internal battery, the TSR is ideal for a variety of applications ranging from blast to package testing and unattended monitoring of acceleration including vibration and multi-event impacts.
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SafetyCompanion now on the Apple iPadWatch SafetyCompanion on YouTube

The popular SafetyCompanion is now available on the Apple iPad. Using hyperlinks to relevant information the SafetyCompanion becomes a powerful and at all times updated know-how management system for automotive engineers. The first impressions of the electronic version of the SafetyCompanion can be seen on Youtube. The live premiere was at the SafetyWeek 2010.
 

Kistler Provides Mechanical Parts with Custom Strain Gage Instrumentation for Material, Load and Crash TestsDownload Press Release

The Kistler Group's acquisition of MSC Automotive GmbH has substantially enhanced its expertise in the area of sensors and applications based on strain gages. The amalgamation of MSC Automotive with Kistler-IGeL GmbH on the Schönaich site has now given Kistler more than a dozen members of staff with strain gage technology experience including cali-bration of strain gage sensors.
With this expertise, many years of product and application experience, precision manufac-turing, timely execution and in-situ instrumentation as required, Kistler offers a wealth of know-how revolving around strain gage applications. Core competencies include:

  • Strain gage (single- to 6-axis) load cells for in-dummy applications
  • Custom strain gage applications for durability, vehicle safety, material and operating tests
  • Calibration of custom applications

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FTSS Newsline AvailableDownload Newsline

The latest Newsline of FTSS is now available for download on the FTSS website (http://www.ftss.com/about/newsline) or from the direct link below.

Main topics are:

  • BIORID II Dummy
  • Q10 Child Dummy introduction
  • Flex-PLI-GTR Pedestrian Leg update

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Kistler Group Awarded Major Contract in IndiaDownload Press Release

The Kistler Group has been awarded the contract for instrumentation of three crash centers for the Indian automobile industry. The client for this substantial deal worth almost twenty million Swiss francs is the autonomous project under Department of Heavy Industries – National Automotive Testing and R&D Infrastructure Project (NATRIP). This means last year's acquisitions by the Business Unit Vehicles of the Kistler Group are already paying off.
The Indian automobile industry is accelerating, with over-average rates of growth at home and abroad. To enable these carmakers to hold their own on the world market, their products have to meet the international environmental and safety standards. For this reason the Indian government set up the National Automobile Testing and R&D Infrastructure Project (NATRIP), which will establish three crash centers to the latest standards in Chennai, Pune and Delhi. The instrumentation of these centers was put out to international tender.
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M=BUS InDummyDAS Upgrade for BioRIDII DummiesFollow this link to the Messring Homepage

The integration of MESSRING's M=BUS InDummy Data Acquisition System into the rear impact ATD BioRIDII is a further milestone on the road to a fully adaptive "All"-Dummy solution.
A total of 8 M=BUS Data Loggers can be implanted. Each Logger acquires 6 channels independently even if the bus line is disconnected. Considering the short connection between sensor and DAS Logger, M=BUS provides the highest level of data security on the InDummy Data Acquisition market.
The modules which accommodate the Loggers are positioned in the head, laterally at the spine, and in the pelvic cavity without any modification of the original dummy. This enables upgrades of BioRIDII ATDs with conventional instrumentation. For the users of an M=BUS Dummy, the modular design of M=BUS also paves the way for an easy system extension. If necessary, further Loggers or whole modules can be added in the serial bus line regardless of free slots, memory capacity or power supply.
Be prepared for future testing challenges and facilitate your work at the same time.
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Denton introduces the latest NewsletterDenton Newsletter in pdf format

Denton ATD, Inc. is pleased to introduce the March 2010 Denton Newsletter. Check it out to find out what is going on at Denton and in the Crash Safety Industry.

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KT Automotive GmbH Munich has new Phone Numbers!Crash Days prgram in pdf format

Due to the acquisition of KT Automotive by the Kistler group it became necessary for KT Automotive to change the telephone system. Therefore, you can reach KT Automotive from now on under the following numbers:

Switchboard +49 89 724 48 54 - 0
Sales +49 89 724 48 54 - 10
Customer support +49 89 724 48 54 - 20
Fax +49 89 724 48 54 - 99

CRASH DAYS 2.0 – Back on stage!Crash Days prgram in pdf format

For the second time in a row, on 9 and 10 March 2010, the curtain will rise for the CRASH DAYS in Stuttgart´s SI event center. Experts and users from the field of crash testing and vehicle safety are equally invited to this special 2-day event – offering both, concentrated information and relaxed exchange of experiences as well. Again the conference will be perfectly surrounded by the sixth annual “MessTec & Sensor Masters” show where leading companies in measurement and sensor technology will present their newest products and developments as every year in early spring-time. Participation is free of any costs. However, online pre-registration is required! The final program is now ready for download:
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carhs.training GmbH publishes „SafetyCompanion 2010“Download press release

Alzenau near Frankfurt, Germany, 12 January 2010 carhs.training GmbH, the training centre for vehicle safety and computer-aided engineering based in Alzenau near Frankfurt, Germany, has published the 2010 edition of the reference book for automotive engineers, „SafetyCompanion“, in German and English. The new edition can now be ordered free of charge on: http://www.carhs.de.

The 11th edition contains 32 pages of „SafetyWissen“, providing updated and hands-on information in the form of clear tables and charts on the following topics: crash legislation, NCAP tests, dummies and testing procedures, active safety, functional safety, CAE and vehicle communication. Engineers particularly benefit from the fact that current information is available in such a concise and coherent form that it can immediately be put to use in their daily work. 
In the SafetyCompanion 2010, the SafetyWissen has been updated and improved in many details. It includes new overviews on e.g. the roof crush test according to FMVSS 216 and IIHS, on the evaluation of child protection according to Euro NCAP and on the norm ISO 26262, which is to guarantee the functional safety of an electrical / electronical system inside a vehicle as of mid 2011 for reasons of product liability.
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FTSS BioRID II Dummy IntroductionDownload data sheet

FTSS is pleased to announce the completion of its BioRID II Rear Impact Crash Test dummy development, which is now available in the FTSS product line. BioRID II is a dummy designed to assess the effects of rear-end collisions. Its primary purpose is to research whiplash injuries and to aid designers in developing effective head and neck restraints in vehicles. For this purpose the BioRID II has a sophisticated spinal column construction that allows a natural seating posture and replication of neck movements seen in rear-end collisions.
In fabricating the dummy, FTSS has solicited user feedback from industry and test houses, incorporating subtle improvements related to repeatability, reproducibility and usability while leaving the dummy performance unaffected.
For further details on the FTSS BioRID II, please use the link to the official
data sheet or contact FTSS-Europe BV (+31-15-2192040)

The ERNST Company has completed the new Porsche test centerfull story in pdf format

Porsche AG in Weissach obtains state of the art roof crush test bed The ERNST + Co Prüfmaschinen GmbH has produced a roof crush test bed for the Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG test center in Weissach. The roof crush test bed is designed for tests according to FMVSS 216. However, the device surpasses the specifications of the FMVSS-regulation by far. This allows for a maximum test force of 245 kN, at which the device deforms less than 1 mm. This stiffness produces high-precision test readings. The five axes are all electromechanically powered and are connected directly with the test beds control system. A maximum in accuracy and stiffness of the roof crush test bed is warranted by using the recirculating ballscrew and linear ways.
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FTSS Launches New Web SiteLink to new website

FTSS is pleased to announce the launch of our new website with improved content and added features. We have not only improved our design, but have added many features and products to our site. We trust that you will find the improvements beneficial in your efforts to find the information you desire.

Available to our customers is important information, such as User’s Manual, Service Bulletins and latest developments by product line. Customers can have access to this information, by simply creating an ftss.com user account.

We invite you to have a look at the new website: www.ftss.com

Kistler Group Acquires KT Automotive GmbHFull story in pdf format

The Kistler Group acquired KT Automotive GmbH based in Munich, Germany, in an all-stock transaction on 22 October 2009. This makes Kistler a leading provider of crash measurement systems.Conclusion of contract between Jürgen Breitkopf, General Manager Kayser-Threde GmbH (left) and Rolf Sonderegger, CEO Kistler Group

KT Automotive GmbH develops, manufactures and sells data acquisition systems for crash tests. The company's market share of about 70 % makes it the world's leading provider of such solutions. Its spectrum of products is enhanced by matching services and support extending through to complete responsibility for test equipment operation.full story

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