NASA NTRS · 19710000500
Metal-shearing energy absorber
Abstract
Device, consisting of tongue of thin aluminum alloy strip, pull tab, slotted steel plate which serves as cutter, and steel buckle, absorbs mechanical energy when its ends are subjected to tensile loading. Device is applicable as auxiliary shock absorbing anchor for automobile and airplane safety belts.
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Fay, R. J., Wittrock, E. P.. 1971-12-01. Metal-shearing energy absorber. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19710000500
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