Impact Laboratory Operations
Transportation Research Center's (the Center) Impact Laboratory is a comprehensive vehicle safety development facility. Vehicle crashes, impact simulation, highway appurtenances, automotive component static testing, dummy and instrumentation calibration labs are located in this secure area of the Center.
Our professional staff is dedicated to providing you with accurate, timely, and well-planned and organized services.
Crash Barrier
The enclosed crash barrier is capable of testing vehicles up to 10,000 lbs. at velocities up to 60 mph.
Outdoor Impact Area
The outdoor impact area is capable of impacting two moving vehicles at any angle at velocities up to 100 mph.
Impact Simulator
The powerful 24-in. Hyge pneumatic drive can carry a payload of 10,000 lbs. at 44 g's, simulating a crash speed of 71 mph. Lighter payloads can be accelerated to velocities of 100 mph.
Component Laboratory
The static test laboratory features computer-controlled hydraulic cylinders positioned to apply and record loads at specified rate of force and displacement.
Calibration Lab
Calibration services are available for: accelerometers, load cells, pressure gauges and transducers, anthropomorphic test dummies, position transducers, electrical measuring instrument calibration, including digital multimeters and temperature meters, and torque wrenches.