passive safety

CTAG runs projects like:

  • Restraint systems integration.
  • Conception of restraint system components.
  • Energy absorption testing and anti-impact behaviour analysis of materials and components.

CTAG provides engineering services (simulations and testing) and assessment on the following norms and regulations:

  • Seatbelts: ECE-R16
  • Interior energy absorption: ECE-R21, FMVSS 201
  • Seats and headrests: ECE-R17, ECE-R25, FMVSS 202
  • Steering wheels and steering column: ECE-R12 / FMVSS 203
  • Child restraint systems: ECE-R44, FMVSS 225, NPACS
  • Frontal restraint systems: ECE-R94, EuroNCAP, USNCAP, IIHS, FMVSS 208, etc.
  • Side restraint systems (barrier, pole 90º, pole 75º): ECE-R95, EuroNCAP, USNCAP, IIHS, FMVSS 214, etc.
  • Latch: R11
  • Rear impact: IIWPG, static and dynamic assessment, EuroNCAP protocol
  • Out of Position (OOP) European/American regulations.

To provide high standard services on passive safety, CTAG has established a strategic alliance with Applus Idiada by means of a joint venture registered as CTAG-Idiada Safety technology.