MAKASSAR. When people think about high-speed trains, they imagine speed, comfort, and modern design. But behind the scenes, engineers are working on something even more important—safety during extreme conditions. One of the latest innovations focuses on a simple yet powerful idea: using foam-filled tubes to absorb impact energy. A scientific study titled “Energy Absorption Analysis of Circular Tube of The Foam for High-Speed Train”, published in WSEAS Transactions on Applied and Theoretical Mechanics by WSEAS on September 7, 2023,
MAKASSAR. Every second counts during a car crash. In just a fraction of a moment, forces can rise to dangerous levels, putting passengers at serious risk. While safety features like airbags and seatbelts are essential, there is another layer of protection hidden within the vehicle’s structure—one that engineers are continuously improving. A recent study shows that something as simple as the shape of metal tubes can make a big difference in saving lives. The research, titled “Crash Behavior and Optimization of Double Tubes with Different Cross Section”, was published in the International Journal of Crashworthiness by Taylor & Francis on May 11, 2023.
MAKASSAR. When we think about car safety, features like airbags and seatbelts usually come to mind. But there’s another critical safety component that often goes unnoticed—the door sill, the structural part located along the lower side of a vehicle. In electric vehicles (EVs), this component plays a vital role in protecting passengers, especially during side impacts. A scientific study titled “Optimization of Foam Filled Door Sill for Pure Electric Vehicle”, published in the International Journal of Mechanics by NAUN on March 13, 2023, explores how advanced material design can significantly improve the safety of this essential structure. In simple terms, the door sill acts like a protective barrier.