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Transportation Secretary Unveils Design for Female Crash Test Dummy.

  • Published In: Claims Journal, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 2

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Abstract

The article focuses on the unveiling of the THOR-05F, an advanced female crash test dummy designed to improve safety assessments for women in vehicle crashes. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy highlighted that this dummy addresses the higher injury rates women face compared to men in certain crash scenarios. The THOR-05F features over 150 sensors and is designed to more accurately reflect female anatomy, allowing for better evaluation of injury risks in various body areas. Developed with support from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the dummy will be considered for future compliance testing once a final rule is established. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Claims Journal. 2025/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189476998
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