Survival Cell Frontal Impact Test

In Simple Terms

Before crash testing the cockpit (Survival Cell), teams must attach a special aluminum plate to the front of it. This 430mm x 430mm plate is bolted on through specific mounting points and helps simulate how the cockpit absorbs impact. The entire cockpit is then secured firmly to the testing equipment using engine mounting points.

• A 50mm thick aluminum plate (430mm x 430mm) must be attached to the front bulkhead of the Survival Cell
• The plate connects through the mounting points of the frontal impact absorbing structure
• The Survival Cell must be solidly fixed to the test trolley using engine mounting points
• This setup is used for crash testing to verify cockpit safety